Solid as ever. Last time we were in town was Sept - Oct and this spot remains hot…read more Had the Holland omelette with sourdough toast. Perfectly buttered. Ice tea. Was offered a to go cup to take my second glass. Amazing service! Consistent. Polished. Efficient. We'll totally be back.

The few times we've passed by this place, there was always a long line so we were curious. It's a…read morediner-style establishment that serves breakfast all day. Further reading into the history of place, I found that this place has been around since the 1940s. A cool history and the curiosity for the long lines brought us to be one of those people standing in line one morning. First of all, I am slightly terrified of diners thinking the service would be bad but from the moment we were greeted to when we left the place, the atmosphere has been very welcoming and friendly. Our waitress sat us at a small booth close to the kitchen. I ordered coffee and their bird nest thinking... it should be fine, it's a bird nest, not a full blow whatever other huge breakfast plates they have! I was wrong. My husband ordered their famous hashbrown omelette that I felt could have fed an entire village! My bird nest came. My eyes got really big because honestly, it was the size of an eagles' nest. I apologized profusely for not finishing and since it was our last full day before moving on from Holland, I couldn't take the leftovers home. My husband felt the same way but he at least ate half of his food. To me, I think my food needed a bit more flavor but they have salt and pepper on the table. We noted that there seemed to be a lot of regulars or repeat customers. No doubt, this place is a very nostalgic place for a lot of people who have moved away or have visited here previously. To be honest, even though it was only our first visit, the people made us feel at home.

Great family owned breakfast spot in Holland. I ordered the breakfast tacos which were delicious…read morebut I would personally come back just for their biscuits and onion jam! I really enjoyed their pancakes as well. The staff is super friendly. Definitely worth a stop!

Came here for breakfast and got the Salmon bene which came out cold. Eggs cold, salmon cold…read more Hollandaise sauce cold. My friend ordered the breakfast tacos which he said was good. I sent my food back Service was slow and it was not busy. The wall art looks nice but their floors could really use a good scrubbing and actually having flooring on all of it. The table we were at had half just cement floor and 1/2 old needing cleaning wood floor. Entering the building there is a tall step, so not easily accessible. Not sure if there is a different way to enter.

Excellent service Lovely food, especially for my family with…read morenumerous food allergies!!

Food is great but not the wait time last weekend I spent an hour and a half waiting and they said…read more35 minutes than kicked me off the wit list!

One of my husband's favorite hobbies when we travel for work is to try pancakes at different…read morerestaurants. He is very particular about pancakes, and always gets them with blueberries. He said these are hands-down one of the two best restaurants for pancakes he has ever been to. (The other is in Washington DC). The Klompen cakes with blueberries were light, fluffy, and delicious. I even had half of one of his (he ordered three!) and was incredibly impressed. I got the veggie power blend skillet (sauce on the side) with two poached eggs. I only added salt and pepper, it did not even need the sauce that came with it, it was that good. The orange juice was truly fresh squeezed, the latte was good and the coffee was strong. Overall, an excellent experience. The only drawback to our breakfast experience was not being able to have real maple syrup with the pancakes. Kristin, a thoughtful and attentive server, explained that they used to have this as an option, but no longer do. We highly recommend if you are in the area!

I had the cinnamon roll pancakes and the Dutch strudel…read more The cinnamon roll pancake was excellent. Not too sweet, great texture, and a wonderful experience all around. The strudel was also excellent with a perfectly balanced gravy, well done potatoes, and eggs. The flavors and textures were perfect. The server was friendly and helpful and the atmosphere was average. Not bad average, just fine average. No complaints. Just a basic farm style diner vibe. I highly recommend this place.

The Southerner catered my wedding Sept. 19, 2026. All the food was excellent as well as the…read moreservice. I would use them again in a heart beat. Everyone raved about the chicken, grits, pasta, biscuits & honey butter, beans, and coleslaw.

It has been a few years since we've been to the Southerner but knew we wanted to go back…read more We visited on the busy Labor Day weekend, but we arrived early and we were seated on the outside deck overlooking Kalamazoo River. Our server was great, she quickly got our drink orders. The menu had changed a bit since our last visit but we both ordered the chicken biscuit sandwiches and added the egg and bacon. It was incredible! The whole menu looks amazing but this chicken biscuit sandwich has to be their #1 seller. Server told us all about the drink specials and I ordered the Fitzgerald, which was perfect. Great location, friendly knowledgeable service, and incredible food. Highly r

Very nice people who are quite helpful, super cute decor, and pretty easy to find! Lots of street…read moreparking and very easy to get around. The menu covers a lot of food options, and their desserts are pretty delicious Got a brulatte and the slightly chewy sugar topping is quite fun! Classic cold brew is also very solid. Does get busy, so you may have to wait a bit.

Came here right before walking in the Tulip Time parade with my coworkers. I got the berry cupcake…read moreand Nutella latte. It hit the spot at the time in that it kept me warm and indoors but neither was especially memorable. I couldn't really taste any Nutella in the latte, though it was still a decent latte overall. The cupcake seemed a little stale, but considering it was gluten-free, it still wasn't bad. Service was quick, and it was a convenient stop before the parade.

Service from Tom was top notch! The food was delicious, and the vibe was top notch. This is a must…read morevisit in Saugatuck and we will certainly keep coming back for more.

Sam was a great waiter! Loved the food options! We had breakfast here the cheese omelette was…read moregreat! Lots of ham chunks

Cute cafe! Very diverse menu. You place your order at the counter and they'll call your name to…read morecome and get it. Heavily blueberry themed, as it's related to the blueberry farms up here. Reasonable prices for food and drinks as well. It can get REALLY busy though, so be patient. Especially busy in the morning on the weekend. It was fine during the daytime during the weekday. I bought some merch as well as food, including chocolate covered blueberries and a cute dog collar for my new puppy! (See picture). Got breakfast here twice and got the kids breakfast quesadilla, which was big enough for 2 people, in my opinion. Also got a blueberry crisp iced coffee and donuts and pastries for later definitely a must when in Holland

In the Dutch town of Holland, Michigan, there is a little café where the color blue feels less like…read morea shade and more like a way of life. Bowerman's on 8th is a love letter to the humble blueberry, written in the language of warm lattes, fresh pastries, and shelves overflowing with jars that seem to bottle summer itself. As someone with a dairy allergy, coffee shops can sometimes feel like places built for everyone else. But here there was kindness in the details--different milk options, thoughtful choices, and the feeling that everyone should be able to enjoy a good cup of coffee. Traveling from out of state, this was one of the places I circled on my map, hoping reality would match the stories. Somehow, it was even better. The blueberry latte was the kind of drink that slows time. Bright and refreshing, sweet without trying too hard, tasting like a morning walk through a Michigan orchard after the rain. Around me were cases filled with treats and shelves stacked with jams, syrups, and every blueberry creation imaginable, each one carrying a little piece of the region's soul. There is something beautiful about a place that chooses one simple thing and perfects it. Bowerman's does not merely sell coffee--it celebrates harvests, local traditions, and the quiet joy of gathering around a table. You leave with a warm cup in your hands, a bag of blueberry treasures under your arm and a feeling of satisfaction. Some places are worth the drive. Some are worth the hype. Bowerman's on 8th is both.

Very charming little cafe with great food and great pie. Excellent location, very quintessential…read moreholland

I got the Downtown Club which is a ham and turkey BLT. They spray butter on the bread in case…read moreyou're non-dairy like me and need to ask for them to skip that! The sandwich is a little light on the meat. Most delis have 3 or 4 times as much. Tons of seating space. They have wheat bread as an option which made me happy. $30 for two sandwiches is a little high but everything is fresh and tasty. They don't have bottled water so the water is self-service and free, but not cold, and the cups are tiny. I filled mine three times amd got extra steps. Boy, I am a complainer today! Very friendly and helpful staff. They get top marks.

We are SO happy we did a light breakfast (and a little shopping) at the Wooden Shoe Restaurant. I…read morecould stay here shopping all day in the antique shop! Lucky we had a little wait before we were sat. Just enough time to get a little something from next door! :) The service was fast paced & very attentive. We ordered a cinnamon roll (to share) and one to go. Oh my it was the best thing ever! The size is incredible- especially for the price (please don't ever change!) Opted for a glass of fresh squeezed OJ- yummmmm & some American fries with a side a bacon. It was the perfect amount for us to start our day. I would've loved to have gone back to the antique shop- but I will definitely be back. Please swing through here- it will be worth the wait. (I also had a little tip to come in the back side of the restaurant to avoid the chaotic coffee shop on the corner!)

The staff is super friendly. The atmosphere is a cool vibe. Theres a restaurant, a tap room, and an…read moreantique shop. Pricing is fair at all spots. Food is prepared fresh and great breakfast options. This place has become a go-to when in Holland.