An absolute charmer! The terrace inn is beautiful and welcoming, we grabbed a drink before dinner…read moreat Josephine (back porch of the inn) - so relaxing and laid back. The hostess was so nice to set a table for us outside upon request instead of our indoor reservation - and it was the best!! The whitefish is the way to go, so delicious and the table's favorite entree. Don't sleep on the crème brûlée! We will be back, this is the perfect place for a relaxing and delicious dinner out!

Great food but not-so-great service…read more We arrived a bit earlier than our reservation time. The host told us we needed to wait for the 2 parties that had an earlier reservation time, even though they had yet to show up. But the restaurant was far from full. It seems an inefficient way of running a restaurant. The wait staff seems a bit pretentious as well. No one ever refilled our water. The food, on the other hand, was excellent. The fish dish has such a beautiful presentation, and the chicken has unique flavors with pickled vegetables.

It was a Thursday and I was in town (Live 64 miles from Petoskey) for a Doc appointment and a bit…read moreof shopping. I had done a bit of research the day before .. looking for restaurants in the area. When I noticed that the Side Door had Prime Rib on special, (Wed-Sat) the decision was made. DISCLAIMER: I had eaten at the Side Door a few years ago (Cilantro Lime Shrimp W/Pasta) Me and my neighbor arrived at about 4:45PM, and were greeted with a warm smile and seated immediately ... we were kinda early for the dinner rush so there was plenty of available seating. (NOTE: When we departed about an hour after we arrived, the place was FULL and a line was forming for a table.) We both ordered the 14oz Black Angus Prime Rib (10oz also available). About the same time that we finished the first beer, dinner was served! Simply one of ... if not Thee best, PR that I have had in several years, across 11 states. My neighbor agreed. Both of us now try to plan our Petoskey trips to coincide with dinner at the Door My ONLY complaint is that the horseradish was weak. Actually, it seemed that it had been washed into submission .. totally without any flavor or "bite". The rest of the meal made up for it. (But I *will* bring some nose-incinerating, sinus-creating horseradish from home on the next planned trip.) Service: Superb. We never had to ask for anything. Drinks were refilled with perfect timing. And always smiling. She is an asset to the establishment. Driving Suggestion: Depending on the season and the time of day, if arriving from the North, it can be nearly impossible to make the left turn into the Side Door. Suggestion: Turn Right into the strip mall (KFC, AT&T, etc) and use the traffic light near the gas station to turn left, back onto the highway then a right into the Side Door Saloon for some of the best dining in the Petoskey area. Ample Parking is available. YMMV

Two spinach salads $30 with tip divided into 2 don't fill one cereal bowl. Are you kidding me will…read morenot be going there anymore. The prices are outrageous.

This super cute restaurant's tomato theme decor was adorable! The staff was super friendly. It was…read morereally easy to do takeout,, but there were also tables available inside. We were on vacation and were so delighted to find this wonderful one of a kind, sandwich shop, with outstanding baked goods. We ordered the Howard Street Grill sandwich, which was white cheddar cheese, with amazing bacon on grilled cherry pecan bread. It was delectable!! We also ordered the California turkey club, I loved the added avocado and sun-dried tomato, which made it a little bit different than a "normal" club, it was also outstanding!! The "You Asked for It" was a chicken salad, with cranberry sauce on an amazing bread. We also got the Greek salad which was the best Greek salad I've ever had...I loved it!! Thank you for doing you!!! I'd love to come back just to eat there again!! Each sandwich came with the yummy dill pickle spear and a bag of chips. We enjoyed it in the park overlooking the water. Keep up the great job!!! Much success always!!

food excellent bread was out of this world!! service very…read morenice asking if you liked your food, can I get you anything else asking w/o being rude. Ambiance classic old fashioned cafe . problem are the prices $17.00 for a very good sandwich still I think that's a bit much. Please update your website.

Delicious food (I had a whitefish eggs Benedict)! Service was great. Highly recommended.read more

Excellent breakfast place right on 31. Nice ambience with outdoor dining. Our server was very…read morefriendly and efficient. The food fresh and delicious. Loved the sour dough toast. Only problem for me was the sausage. Flavor profile was a bit off as the meat contained herbs that were a bit overpowering. Will definitely return.

Food is great and made to order ! We split the turkey avocado club on sourdough which was very…read morefresh we also split the buffalo ranch melt . It was warm, delicious, very tasty , a bit spicy and served on a really good soft bun with crispy edges. Perfectly cooked the sandwiches are served with orange slices , which is a nice break from chips or fries ! They have numerous coffe and matcha drinks hotv& cold. I tried the cold match blackberry lemonade and it was good and my hubby had the matcha raspberry latte and he really liked his. You know it's a great place when you unexpectedly run into the bride eating there the morning after her wedding!!! The only thing keeping me from giving this restaurant 5 stars ( because the food quality IS there !) is the bathroom situation. There's a very tiny sing men's and women's with a sink to wash hands inbetween. I didn't mind the " closet bathroom stall - I minded the dirty floor and the fact that when I went to wash my hands in the shared sink outside the stall in between the bathrooms , barely any soap dispenses! I went under 4 x just to get enough soap to get the buffalo sauce off of my hands. This is concerning because it makes you wonder if the cooks are bothering to try to get any soap on their hands ?! . Roast and Toast : *Clean the bathroom floors and get a new soap dispenser and I bet you'll get the stars and reviews your food deserves !

Not very often we get to Petoskey, but when we do this is our go to spot! Great sandwiches and…read moresoups that are filling. They had a feature sandwich which blue cheese and bacon that I split with my husband we equally enjoyed every bite. I had their special Cherry Coffee Latte...yummo! They are busy as they make from scratch. The avocado toast was good and light but the Denver Breakfast wrap was perfect and hearty! My sis bought me the coffee container mug which is perfect for keeping coffee nice and hot for a couple of hours! Nice long space. The bathroom space is tight though.

We had lunch here while enjoying the downtown shops and sightseeing. It has a beautiful interior,…read morevery cool bar area. The staff was friendly, and the dress was tourist casual. I really enjoyed the perch sandwich, one in our group had the Reuban and it was really good as well. They have soups, salads, burgers and even a gluten free menu. Overall prices were fair, and it has plenty of local beers and a full bar. I would eat here again, especially if you are on the north side of town near the park.

Our server was outstanding! She was so helpful. Had a nice menu and quality food. Nice atmosphere…read morein a safe neighborhood.

While visiting from out of town, my family and I stopped in for dinner. The drinks were excellent,…read moreand the service was friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout our visit. What truly sets this restaurant apart, however, is the incredible level of customer service they provided after our visit. While leaving to head to the park with our younger children, I accidentally left behind my favorite pair of sunglasses--brand new and purchased just a week before our trip. When I called the restaurant, they had thankfully found them. Not only did they hold onto them for me, but they went completely above and beyond by carefully packaging and mailing them back to me. They even made sure they were protected so they wouldn't break during shipping. I was so relieved and incredibly grateful for the kindness and effort their team showed. It's rare to find a business that cares this much about its customers long after they've left the restaurant. Thank you for turning what could have been a disappointing situation into such a positive experience. We will definitely be back on our next trip up north. Cheers!

The food was amazing. Great menu!! The view was wonderful!! The service was fantastic!! I would…read morehighly recommend this place.

I was hungry when I went to The Bistro, but I had no idea what I wanted. I changed my mind numerous…read moretimes, and the server was incredibly patient with me. I ended up with vegetable omelette and a side of sausage patties. Not the most exciting choice (that would have been the day's special coconut French toast or pancakes -- I forgot which it was), but it was delicious. The sausage patties were very thick and a little spicy, but not too much so. I also got the cinnamon swirl toast -- I think that toast alone was worth the trip from the metro Detroit area to Petoskey! It was thick and sweet and just perfect, and the piece I took home reheated very nicely. Definitely worth checking out this place!

A waiter at Chandler's tipped me off to the stuffed French toast at The Bistro, and I'm so glad I…read moretook the advice! Today's flavor was lemon blueberry--sweet, tangy, and absolutely delicious. The sausage and hash browns hit the spot too. This place has that cozy, no-frills charm where you can tell the locals are regulars. One of my favorite parts? A lot of the waitstaff were retired folks, hustling hard and bringing great energy to the place.

Chandler's is a Northern Michigan fine dining hidden gem! The dishes here are well developed, have…read moreexcellent flavor & are executed perfectly! The service is incredibly helpful, professional & friendly! The atmosphere is incredible, & dining in the wine cellar is a must!! There are no wrong choices here, everything is seriously phenomenal! The steak tartare is a great starter to share with the table, the amount of crab in the crab cakes is fantastic, and serving the caesar in a parmesan tuile makes it that much more fun to eat! The boar shank I had made for the perfect winter meal, it is fall off the bone tender & the sweet potato gnocchi pairs so well with it! The salmon florentine is another beautiful dish & you have to enjoy the amazing wine selection they offer!

Great quality food ! The chefs/ cooks obviously understand taste ! Everything we had was amazing…read morequality and very flavorful. It was a bit chilly out , so We started with the mushroom bisque special. It was so good I want the recipe and would literally put this on top of everything I cook at home!!! Misty our waitress suggested the burger and it was as good as advertised! My husband ordered it but I beefed for at least 2 more bites after tasting bit ! So good. I wanted the crispy chicken sandwich which apparently Is also popular, but needs some greens. I ended up ordering the kiwi strawberry salad ( kale ) and she allowed me to add crispy chicken on top. Best of both worlds! I will say the crispy chicken is VERY spicy FYI . Ambiance is cute. They have indoor & outdoor seating. Owe sat indoors and it was fun to watch the cooks at work. We would definitely make it a priority if ever visiting this area again !

We had such a great experience at Maple and Batter, and a big part of that was our server, Mary…read more I've actually been here before and always find myself coming back because of her--she's that good. Mary is incredibly friendly, attentive, and makes you feel genuinely welcome from the moment you sit down. She's also very knowledgeable about the menu, gave great recommendations, and made ordering easy. She checks in at all the right times without being overbearing, keeps everything running smoothly, and brings such a positive energy to the whole experience. It's rare to find service this consistently great, but Mary truly stands out. If you're dining here, I highly recommend asking for her--you won't be disappointed!

This was wait list city. The food was good, and service was fine. It would've been better if my…read moreparents weren't arguing the entire time I was trying to eat my French toast, but it's fine because the bus boy was cute and kept giving me the eyes.