I never leave reviews, but staff were not friendly and seemed annoyed that we asked about gluten free options. Restaurant was adorable though! Food was pretty good although we left still hungry because the portions were not very big without the bread/waffle/gluten. read more

Entering Small Batch is like stepping into your grandmother's quaint kitchen, with tables set for a gathering of friends. Staff was attentive and pleasant, and guests were engaged in animated, quiet conversation at their tables. The breakfast sandwiches are phenomenal--see photos for their names and to make your mouth water. I forgot to take a photo of the Dutch baby pancake. Mine was good and the fruit fresh, but if I had a do-over, I'd order a sandwich with potatoes instead because those are some of the best breakfast potatoes I've ever had--perfectly seasoned, crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. My daughter's Dutch baby was sitting in a pool of grease and should have been sent back, but she didn't say anything because she thought it was normal, and by then it was too late. That was the only bummer. It is very small inside, but miraculously we did not have a wait for seven people. You can just pop in for a baked good from their display case or order carryout if you don't have time to sit for breakfast. I encourage you to check Small Batch out! read more

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Over all good breakfast place with unique options outside of your standard toast and eggs! Interior was really charming and our server was very nice and helpful (man with tattoos). Breakfast potatoes were AMAZING. downsides: Coke was $4. Syrup was not real maple syrup but the artificial kind, you'd expect real maple syrup at a fancy place like this, strawberries in the Dutch baby still had leaves on them. There are some needless rules that one might consider bad customer service (ex. Heard another table ask if they could get the eggs on the side of their dish instead of on top, server stated "she won't deconstruct it you'll have to remove the eggs yourself") read more

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You have to try in this area if you like savory and sweet dishes. These are creations and tasty. Crowded but service is good and staff is friendly. Nice inn feel and ambiance. read more

If you're visiting Harbour Springs Michigan, this is a must visit for breakfast! My husband and I both got breakfast sandwiches. He got a cinnamon roll breakfast sandwich with scrambled eggs. Cheddar cheese, and bacon topped with a homemade cinnamon roll, It was absolutely delicious. I also got a breakfast sandwich on a brioche bun with scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, and a Sriracha mayo, and both sandwiches came with a side of homefries that were so crispy and seasoned to perfection! Unfortunately, service was not super friendly, but ambience and the food 10/10 read more

This was an interesting breakfast experience. The building appears to be an old house converted to a funky restaurant with limited seating both indoors and outdoors. Staff were very pleasant and accommodating. I should note our food server wore a very unflattering skirt with exposed underwear that was really out of place for this type of eatery. Being from Miami area nothing much surprises me but this was really out there. Everyone in our party enjoyed their food except for the breakfast potatoes which were dry as if reheated. The menu was mostly breakfast. Take note of additional charges at the bottom of the menu. Date of service was Friday, July 10th 2026. read more

Great location great food small town feel. If in the area it's a must stop to enjoy! Lovely patio for outdoor dining in shade too! read more

Small Batch At The Cupola - Grilled cinnamon bun -deliciousness - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Harbor Springs, Michigan

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If I could give zero stars, I would. But unfortunately that's not an option. Service was absolutely horrible. Not only did they not check on us often, but when they did they ran away before we could even say a word. The menu is completely misleading, giving disgusting ultra-processed rainbow colored bagels instead of a normal bagel (without being specified). The menu items were extremely overpriced for what they were. Bacon was raw. On TOP of all of this, there is a hidden 22% gratuity fee that was NOT listed on the menu, nor vocalized. Unbelievable to think they deserve a 22% tip with the horrific service and food. I don't mind having one bill for a larger group and understand why places do this, however to demand a 22% tip for some of the worst service I've ever had is diabolical. We also waited 15 minutes just for someone to come give us water. One of the servers was also extremely unhygienic and unpresentable, wearing distasteful pajama pants and a stained shirt. Absolutely ridiculous. Will never come back. 10/10 do NOT recommend. read more

Such a lovely little space. If you appreciate good food and also your grandparents library, this is your place! We came in for a quick breakfast and it was hard to decide but were satisfied with our choices. Coffee was a touch burnt but it was a later morning so I should have already had too much coffee. That was my bad. read more

Small Batch At The Cupola - Rolling through the hills, I think. It's amazing. Lemon frosting stacked on icing was a brilliant touch. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Harbor Springs, Michigan

The food was so good it made my mouth water just to look at it. The monkey business was my favorite the walnuts add a really good texture! I loved the theme it was so cozy inside. Micheal was very nice. I would love to come again!!!!! read more

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After browsing the online menu for Small Batch at the Cupola, I immediately added it to my list of spots to try in Harbor Springs. There are so many unique and drool-worthy dishes to choose from, we just knew had to get in there! My husband and I stopped in for brunch on a recent getaway to The Highlands, already knowing what we wanted to order. I proudly devoured the massive "This Is How We Roll" sandwich-- a symphony of bacon, eggs, and cheese on a frosted cinnamon roll. Simple, yet perfectly balanced with flavorful notes of salty & sweet! I'm already craving another! Hubbs ordered the "Rise & Shine," which featured herbed eggs, melted cheddar, caramelized onions, and sriracha aioli on a grilled brioche bun. Both came with savory breakfast potatoes and both of us cleaned our plates, leaving with full, happy bellies! The restaurant is small, quaint and filled with interesting artwork, furniture, and collectibles found by the owner while on her many travels over the years. Super cool and cozy! Our server was sweet, personable, and attentive-- making sure we had everything we needed during our meal. She suggested we visit their bakery shop next door, which was full of cookies, pastries, local goods, and more. After getting into our festive St. Patty's Day cupcakes later that evening, we contemplated going back for more! They were the *literal* icing on top of our visit to Small Batch!! If you find yourself in or around the Harbor Springs/Petoskey area, make sure to stop in for breakfast or lunch! You won't be sorry (and you'll get some amazing Instagram photos)! read more

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What a delightful way to start the day! We were seated on the charming front porch for a mid-morning breakfast and were well take care of by our server. He was busy but got us our coffee right away. The food was delicious - I had the avocado toast (eggs poached just the way I like them) and my husband had the Dutch baby - both very tasty. The ambiance is great and we were treated like honored guests. We will return when we're next in Harbor Springs. read more

My high hopes were unfortunately let down when I ate here. There was no warm welcome at the door, and it was made clear that we were an inconvenience to the waiter when we walked in. Here's a list of red flags: -Hidden Fees for Credit Cards -Can't split a check -22% non optional gratuity included (but wasn't mentioned or listed) and then our waitress asked for another tip on top of that. -Some dishes weren't served as listed on the menu. They did substitutes without disclosing it. (Although you cannot ask for substitution per their policy.) - Multiple menu items were also out of stock by 10am. -$10 charge if you want to split a plate of food. (Note, this $10 fee does not get you any extra food) -Dirty bathroom read more

Incredible breakfast selection! My only complaint is that everything on the menu looked great that it made it difficult to choose. I had the Southern Belly and it was delicious. Portion was big too. Cute little interior. Not a lot of tables so it can be a wait. It was definitely worth it for the food we had today! read more

This is our second time here, while traveling UpNorth Michigan.. A hidden gem. The atmosphere is like being in Grandma's house. Staff is very friendly & knowledgeable. The coffee was good, strong and fresh i had the Dutch Dutch Baby. With a side of bacon, super tasty. It came out piping hot. Nice presentation. My hubby had the egg sandwich on a brioche bun. It was huge and delicious. The home fries were seasoned perfectly. read more

Small Batch At The Cupola - Egg sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Harbor Springs, Michigan

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This place is your favorite place to be / eat until food is sent back. We were regulars here and we were always so happy with our food. I get the same thing every time. The dish has eggs on it. I've NEVER been asked how I want them cooked, and they've always come perfect. Last weekend I was served a set of raw eggs. Having been in the service industry for more than a decade after high school and while I put myself through college, I tried to scoot them off the dish and eat the rest so as to avoid sending the dish back. After a few bites I can see that the raw egg is in the rest of my dish. When I say raw, I mean clear, because when you crack an egg before it's cooked, it's clear. That's what the top of my eggs were. Completely clear. So I sent the dish back and they removed it from the table. I asked for the replacement dish to go because we'd already been there an hour. As we waited, the whole staff was glared at me. The Cooks from the kitchen opened the curtains to look at me. It was extremely uncomfortable. At $25 a dish, you'd hope you could ask for it to be cooked to satisfaction. They brought the to go box out after 30 minutes, and on the bill I was charged for two dishes plus my boyfriend's ($95 for one orange juice and three dishes, we only ordered two). I asked the manager why I was charged for two dishes when I had sent mine back. She argued that my eggs were cooked and that I ate half of it. I was in the bathroom nauseous from the snot like egg that was over top of my dish. I told her that I'd cut it up but I had only had a few bites. She argued and at that point I knew nothing I said would matter. They'd taken the plate so I couldn't point it out again and unfortunately I'd missed my opportunity to take a picture. I would never in a million years treat a customer the way I was treated, especially one that returned often to spend money (a lot of it, we have a family of four but just us two went this day). I didn't order two dishes, and if they were expecting me to pay for the meal that was "cooked", why was it removed from my table? Why would I have someone take a dish I was going to pay $25 for and throw it away? Because the eggs were raw and nobody wanted to make it right, they just made the whole situation uncomfortable and made me feel like I was there trying to get free food out of them. I told her to take the to go box back, I was not paying for two dishes as one person. She said fine, took the bill, and took $10 off (so we paid $15 for a meal we didn't take and $25 for an undercooked plate they removed from my table). My boyfriend just paid it. When I left upset, she said, "wow, temper tantrum!" Long story short, if your food comes undercooked you'd better just eat it or you'll be made to feel extremely uncomfortable, charged for their mistakes, and ridiculed as you leave the establishment because they'll take it as a hit to their egos. We won't be back, and that's a huge bummer! ****EDIT TO MY REVIEW AFTER THE OWNER'S DISGUSTING COMMENT**** I did not eat 3/4 of the food. When we were there you said I ate half, now it's 3/4 lmao which is it, BABE?!? Ohhh nevermind it's just you not taking accountability...lol the server actually didn't come to the table once after our food was served (not even to swipe the card), the hostess did and that's who I sent the plate back with. I didn't demand anything, I never said anything to anybody about other people's food coming up before my replacement dish...lol the owner will clearly lie and say whatever they want to feel better about themselves and make it look like they treat their customers great, but you can see from the nasty responses to unsatisfied customers on YELP that they're petty. SORRY BABE! Your ugliness shows through in the way you treat people. Hopefully you love yourself one day and can do better. YOU LIE, AND YOU'RE PETTY! I'm glad you showed your true colors because you're the exact person I would never willingly support had I known! Clearly all you care about is making a dollar, you won't get another penny from us! lmao we're good! read more

I've been here now 3-4 times and every time has been different. The very first time a few years ago was very nice and the food was great. The second time I came here, the food literally made me sick and came out of me about 30 minutes after eating it... I ate here this morning and my sister and her boyfriend went to put our name in (4 of us total). We were seated about 35 minutes after they put our name in, but they stood there for about 15 minutes before anyone even came up to take their name. We were seated outside and our server was very nice but the service was extremely slow. We didn't even get ice waters until we'd been sitting for at least 20 minutes. Our food took absolutely forever to come out and my boyfriend didn't even get the correct dish that he ordered. And there was a hair in it... My sister's boyfriend's meal was also incorrect and contained corned beef even though it was supposed to be chicken. We were in a hurry and didn't take any pics of it and the waiter brought us to go boxes because we didn't think it was going to take almost 2 hours from the time we put our name in to the time we got our check. My meal was very mid...not worth the price. Kind of a shame about this place because it has potential. The inside is super cute though and a great location. The owner seems to have an attitude problem though, and I don't like the way she speaks to customers on Yelp. I will not be back. peace & love though. read more

Most delicious food I have ever eaten. Very cool atmosphere, quick service, wide range of options. Will 100% be back.

We love coming here every year. Pro tip: come early, this is a small venue and it fills up quickly. They had indoor/ outdoor seating, but we opted to wait an hour for the indoor seating. Cute decor and they had fun decorations for Halloween. The menu is inventive with its cuisine. The Piggy Bank captivated me with its beer cheese hollandaise sauce and the roasted colorful carrots with a spiced fruit that went quite well with the pork. Though expensive, the portions we ordered were large. The flavors were delicious, however one of my eggs was a bit overdone as well as my pork. However, I'd rather have it overdone than underdone especially when it comes to pork. My husband pointed out that many of the dishes we ordered, the OMG hash and Piggy Bank, were almost like a dinner entree with eggs. I think if we knew about the portion size we might've sprung for the $5 split plate charge. One of our kids had toast, and the other had a side of bacon, scrambled eggs and toast (I don't think there is a children's menu). It was quite busy so no time for chit chat with the waitron. I was curious about the secret menu, but didn't have an opportune moment to learn more. Service was spotty, it seemed like they were understaffed. All in all, our two entrees, 2 sides of toast and side of egg, bacon, 2 coffees, and one hot chocolate came to $120 with tip. Everyone left full and happy, and we didn't need to eat again until dinner. read more

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WOWZIE WOW WOW! Are you kidding me!!! My wife and I are truly foodies & retired. We eat out at fine restaurants all the time. The unique flavors and HIGH QUALITY food is over the top! Just come and enjoy - Bonus - it's beautiful too!!! HUGS! read more

Six friends went for an early lunch. We had a pleasant time because we're good friends and enjoy each other's company. However, not receiving our meals in a timely fashion wasn't the worst part of our experience, neither was not having coffee refilled even after asking 3 times. No, what was the worst part of the experience was finding out that we were being charged $6 per person just to have the privilege of sitting at their table! They added a gratuity, which we had no problem with, even though there were only 6 of us. In our experience this is normally done for tables of 8 or more. However, nothing was said about a $6 charge per person! This should have been mentioned on their menu so that we would have been aware. We will not be back! read more

Lovely, cozy spot just outside of downtown Harbor Springs. If you want a real sit-down breakfast place, this is almost the only option in town. Fortunately it is a great option. Expect to wait a bit if you want to eat indoors. Not many tables. If the weather permits, there are more tables outside than in. Food is upscale, although they also serve the basics too, a la carte. Everything our group tried tasted great, with portions big enough that we all needed to-go boxes. Only suggestion is to maybe add some standards to the menu. Regular pancakes and eggs or basic eggs Benedict would be a nice option. This was an unexpected find. Highly recommend. read more

Such a beautiful restaurant in harbor spring Michigan, came to visit my dad for work and he brought us here. Every dish look supper good and they also had a store next door that was supper nice to visit read more

The food pictures say it all so amazing, every detail was perfect. The restaurant is so quaint and cozy, the service was impeccable and the food literally blew me away every plate I saw was more interesting than the next. Will definitely be a place we visit every time we are in Harbor read more

Small Batch At The Cupola - Lobster Roll - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Harbor Springs, Michigan

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This place was a pleasant surprise, a very pleasant surprise. Unique and interesting menu, eclectic decor, the food was well portioned and had a yum factor. Wife had the lobster roll and I had the biscuit with gravy and chicken, both were fantastic. Staff was friendly and make sure to check out the bake shop next door. We left full, with a smile and a raspberry crumble. Highly recommended... read more

Food was excellent! Very unique menu but great options. Small area for seating so there might be short waits but worth it.

My wife and I are here for breakfast. I got the OMG Hash, and it was incredible. The corned beef was excellent. My beautiful wife had the bonanza and she really liked it. The coffee was also good. I want to come back soon. read more

Beautiful place and nice experience. I like the welcoming and smiling faces here, In addition to the nice customer service. The food is beyond delicious and tasty. They have a very creative way in serving food as well. But It is just a little pricey for breakfast place. Also, I suggest improveing their menu options , for example more beef and chicken options instead of focusing on pork, In addition to including more drinks like hot chocolate and cappuccino. Also need to pay more attention to the level of cleanness. Spiders webs are not my first favorite things to see in the morning near my breakfast table :) read more

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Genuinely the best breakfast I have ever had. I personally had the Martha Mays Chicken & Waffles off their Christmas menu. It was phenomenal. My husband had The Bambino and loved it. The server was very attentive and the service was quick. There were nine of us so we arrived right at opening time. It is a small atmosphere, but very cozy! Absolutely to die for food! read more

Small Batch At The Cupola - The bambino - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Harbor Springs, Michigan

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Amazing breakfast! I give it 100 stars! The staff is great , the setting is perfect and the food is the best in all of Michigan!

When you're up in northern Michigan, finding a satisfying brunch spot is essential. On my recent visit, I turned to Yelp to find a spot and was led to Small Batch at the Cupola. Located in picturesque Harbor Springs, it offers sweeping views of Little Traverse Bay from a charming courtyard, with delicious and fresh food. We arrived just when the restaurant opened for the day, and were one of several parties ready for brunch. We were all able to be seated in the courtyard, and quickly took to perusing the menu. I settled on "Simple Simon" and sipped on my coffee as I waited. There was only one server that day, and service seemed very "to the point" and a bit rushed during our visit. I chalked it up to them being swamped for the morning rush. My Simple Simon hit the spot, with 2 over-easy eggs, ham, potatoes and small sweet peppers and a side of marbles rye. Even my partner in crime looked longingly at my meal and commented that they wished they had ordered that as their meal. If you find yourself in the northern part of the mitten and need a great spot for a delicious brunch, check out Small Batch at the Cupola! read more

Small Batch At The Cupola - "Simple Simon" -- it was breakfast perfection! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Harbor Springs, Michigan

OMG. The food here is AMAZING!! I had the Rise and Shine breakfast sandwich ($16), and I can't say enough great things about it...SO delicious!! The sriracha aioli on my sandwich was perfect seasoning, adding just the right of flavor to the herbed eggs, cheddar cheese and caramelized onions on my brioche bun. The potatoes that accompanied my sandwich were cooked to perfect crispness and garnished with the smallest, pointy, sweet, red tomatoes (San Marzano, maybe?). My freshly squeezed orange juice was an appropriate accompaniment to my meal and nicely portioned for its $8 price. Everything about this place is cute: The presentation of my sandwich was so cute...the sandwich was topped with a small tomato and held together with a wooden pick that had a bee on it. I couldn't wait to dive in once it arrived, so no pictures to share today (given that some others have already posted pictures of this sandwich, I don't feel bad about it). The entire meal was plated up on a pretty floral plate. The restaurant is in a cute house-shaped building, and the tables sprinkled across the porch and inside were all unique with different types of chairs and table decorations. We chose to sit out on an adjacent patio. Given the spectacular weather during our visit, the patio was a great spot to be. The menu had such unusual sandwich names (The Motherclucker,This is How We Roll, Cheesus, Oh My Cod!, etc) that my friend had to take a picture of the menu itself! A downside: Do note that the menu very specifically states "no separate checks please" and menu substitutions and shared plates ($5) would be up charged. We were so taken in by reading the menu that I was unaware that separate checks could not be accommodated until we were informed that "this was printed on the menu," My meal was so good yesterday that I'm considering going back again to try another of the amazing-sounding sandwiches! read more

They open at 9am so there was a line of people just waiting outside in the parking lot to be seated at 845. Once seated it seemed as if they only had one server. Then we looked at the menu and French toast alone was $25!!!! So we went to Roast and Toast nearby which was a way better fun fast service ambiance without paying $500 for food read more

This is our favorite brunch spot in Northern Michigan. The baked goods are amazing, the ricotta pancakes and lobster clubs delicious and the service wonderful. Fresh squeezed OJ, artisanal teas, French roast... cookies, cakes, cupcakes, decorative focaccia (that looks as good as it tastes), eclectic pillows, throws, salt and pepper pairs and more. Lauretta, the owner/chef, welcomes us like family each trip and we love to enjoy the patio in summer and fall. It's a cozy space so I strongly recommend reservations! read more

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From everyone else's reviews I've heard VERY mixed messages about service experience. I had a very pleasant time with staff. They don't let you bring in an iced coffee from another restaurant so don't try lol. Prior to coming, I saw a response from the owner to a customers' bad experience that basically said "how better could I have helped you, by holding your hand? Feel better." That was very passive aggressive and rubbed me the wrong way, so I went in skeptical about service but I didn't see or interact with the owner, so I can't speak to that. Bottom line: my experience with staff was nothing but positive. The service was very reasonable speed for being small batch/from scratch. Everything was DELICIOUS, and tasted very fresh. We sat outside with our two dogs and our waitress brought us fresh water for our dogs. It seems like if you aren't going to mix it up with them, they're not going to mix it up with you? I don't know, but I've only been once and I'll be back as both service was good and the food was top notch. Times visited: 1 read more

Small Batch At The Cupola - Garden benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Harbor Springs, Michigan

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Not worth the price. Service was slow and unfriendly. Workers were arguing with each other and complaining about other customers within earshot. read more

Massive expensive portions of whatever tasting food, accompanied by confusing hesitant service that seems to prefer you not be there. The setting is very nice and the little store Nextdoor is great. read more

Cute place. Nice patio for warm mornings. Parking lot is very tight. Food was just ok - thought it'd be better. They do not have enough seat cushions for the outdoor seating available nor do they have high chairs. read more

Small Batch At The Cupola - This is how we roll - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Harbor Springs, Michigan

Amazing place to go for brunch. I have been to only three places to dine inside since Covid has hit and this was one of them and worth it. The place is small and cozy and the tables are in close proximity to one another but fortunately after our short wait, our small group got seated in the back room, which although a little cluttered, was perfect for our group and felt private and sheltered. Our group tried the coffee, orange juice, special land and sea omelet of the day that was amazing, the home fries were perfectly cooked and seasoned, the biscuits and gravy and the biscuit sandwich. All of the food was outstanding. Prices are reasonable especially considering the food that you get. There is a little bit of a wait usually for a table and for your food but it is all worth it. Make sure you check out their baked goods before leaving. We purchased two giant cookies and a brownie to go and I would go back for those alone. YUM! Go here. read more

This small cafe serves up the most delicious brunch items! They also have lunch and dinner menus and will hit them up for that later. A quaint setting with unique bookshelves and artwork, mismatched tables and chairs, and a table full of delicious looking cakes, cookies, and scones. Three of us shared the apple french toast, which is flash fried after soaking overnight, giving it a crunchy exterior and garnished with granola,a light syrup, and whipped cream. We also shared the lemon ricotta blueberry pancakes, topped with strawberries and whipped cream, along with a side of crispy bacon and a side of sausage. Everything was piping hot and delicious. The plates are made out of recyclable palm leaves, which is a refreshing and novel idea for cleanliness and green consciousness. Entrees are $17, $18, and are shareable. Our brunch bill was $75 with tip, including two coffees and a hot tea. Prepare to wait a few minutes, as seating is limited, even with outdoor dining available. read more