We came in our first night in the area and were delighted to find this amazing place. The workers…read morewere so kind and honest I loved everything about this place, down to their "moo it forward" program to feed those in need. My husband got the motherclucker sandwich (chips on the side), I got the Utter melt (also chips on the side), my dad got an omelette and my mom a chicken dish (i can't remember which) that came with a biscuit, potato wedges, and cottage cheese. The food was delicious and my parents were eyeing the giant cinnamon roll in the case while mentioning we may stop back tomorrow.

Stopped in to get a carryout sandwich. Excellent friendly and efficient service…read more A bug menu with everything you can think of...salads sandwiches pasta steaks. The dessert menu looked incredible and they have bakery selections including the largest cinnamon roll I've ever seen in my life. I didn't partake, but would recommend going to check it out! Went with the Dipper Heifer which was HUGE. Rarely do I have leftovers, yet today I did. Excellent bread, meat, dipping sauce, and potatoes (upgrade from chips) The only reason for 4 vs 5 stars is the meat was not incredibly flavorful. Perfectly cooked and tasted good...just overall somewhat bland. More cheese would help, too. Will definitely check this place out again!

I forgot to get a photo of the pizza unfortunately, but while in Manistee with my parents we got a…read morepizza from Big Al's delivered to our hotel. My husband has been trying to cut back on red meat, so on our half we got chicken. My parents got olives and onion on their half, which also looked good. We devoured our dinner after a long day of exploring and beach walking. The pricing to get our pizza delivered wasn't too bad, the delivery driver was very friendly and the food was fantastic. Those three things being the trifecta when it comes to restaurants has made this pizza place an obvious choice for us to revisit when on vacation again. I would definitely recommend coming here for pizza when in Manistee.

Good Pizza after a long fishing trip…read more We got the thin crust, which I suggest ordering crispy or extra crispy. Our loaded veggie was just too heavy, and the pizza was hard to eat, but it was still delicious! Would definitely adjust the order for next time.

Even though the menu clearly called out sweet potato as the base, I never imagined a breakfast bowl…read morewithout yogurt or açai as the base. This was simple, uncomplicated, and delicious! I'd get this over and over again.

Quant breakfast, lunch, smoothies, fresh juices, bakery - wow there's culinary talent at this gem!…read moreWe dined for a weekday lunch and had plenty of time. Our server, Jamie, was pleasant and kind. It smelled amazing when we walked in so we ordered breakfast. I opted for the BeeSmooth Combo - perfectly cooked eggs, fresh red skin potatoes (great thyme flavor!!!), nice rye toast & ham. Delicious and filling. Husband opted for the platter and it was a lot of food! Same as combo + biscuits & gravy, 2 pancakes. We took 3 pieces of Dutch Apple Pie and my family raved - fresh, flavorful apples filling. Absolute treat! Cannot wait to go back and order the fresh juice and a smoothie bowl! Wonderful addition to Manistee!

Went here on Sunday, May 31st, with my parents and my husband. My anxiety got away from me while I…read morewas here but our waitress was amazing and the food was fantastic. The restaurant can get busy, which means it naturally gets a bit loud. I loved the overall atmosphere and vibe of the pub, even if it was a bit overwhelming with all the people and noise. This place is clearly the place to be, because it was definitely the place everyone was. I would definitely give them a second try next time I'm in Manistee but I'd do takeout.

Cozy little place, menu pretty typical of quality bar and grill operations. That included a…read moresouthwest-style chicken salad, which is a favorite of mine, and TJ's is a bit unique. It had the standard toppings--avocado, corn, black bean, tomato, tortilla chips. But the cheese was melted on top, like a kind of crunchy/chewey plate--it really looked like it was topped with a mini pizza. Not sure that enhanced the salad, but overall it was fine. Instead of dressing, it came with tubs of sour cream and salsa to mix in. I do that at home sometimes, so can't complain. The lettuce was fresh and crispy. Decent beer selection, including a quite a few bottled ones, which I hadn't noticed until after I ordered my pint of Two Hearted. Be sure to ask for a bottle menu. I sat at the bar and the server regularly looked in on me. Wasn't too noisy, in spite of the tight space that was full when I stopped in on a Sunday night. Nice little spot to check out in Manistee.

Reviewed this back in '24 when they opened and it's gotten better and better. Let me just say this:…read more The Backyard burger is the best burger I've ever had. Period. And I grew up in the 80's eating at 'up north' bars, which previously had the best burgers of my life. This tops it. In addition to great pinball, a nice space, and great vibes, The Outsider is currently winning Manistee.

Worth visiting when you visit Manistee. Pet friendly patio. It's a self serve spot with lots of…read moregames you can enjoy. Food is pretty good, smash burger is perfectly cooked with tasty double fried onion rings and fries. Hotty dog is pretty spicy and a bit sour but is delicious

Geez. What the hell is wrong with me? We went AGAIN and ordered the pizza. This is probably the…read morefifth time I've had pizza there, and dude: It's the WORST pizza I've ever had. Frozen pizza is better, which is saying something because I hate frozen pizza. I'm not one to complain. I always tell a server the food is good, even if it's not. But when the bartender asked me for the third time how my pizza was, I couldn't help myself. I told him it was the worst I've ever had (with a smile). He ignored me the rest of the night. :) We watched 4 other customers, all around us, order pizza after they heard us tell the guy it wasn't good -- that I'd tried to like it for YEARS. I donno, man. At this point, it's not because "they're new" or "they're figuring it out" or "maybe we caught them on a bad night". It's undeniable: the pizza at Fricano's is horrible and apparently they don't even know it. Now, the atmosphere? Still great. Waitstaff...adequate. But seriously..is it just me??? (I know it's not. We all know what pizza should taste like, right?) Oof.

Famous for their pizza and I like the view too. Watching some boats passed by while you are eating…read moreis pretty relaxing. Pizza is thin, crust is crispy with plenty of tomatoes sauce and toppings. I am want to try to walleye plate too, maybe next time.

I gave a five-star rating only because a six-star wasn't an option. While touring the western side…read moreof Michigan, we stopped in at the Blue Fish Kitchen & Bar for a late lunch. It was a mid-week day and there was hardly a soul in the place so I was a bit concerned. Completely unnecessary! The pulled pork sandwich was great and the gyro was also great. Served with some of the best chips I have ever had, the food was delivered hot and quickly from our server, Marie. The upscale atmosphere was perfect for a memorable lunch. Our table overlooked the river and on a sunny day, it was perfect. Marie did not lead us astray with the dessert menu - cheesecake made in-house with raspberry topping. Absolutely delicious!

Bluefish was a wonderful experience. We enjoyed everything from drinks, apps and our main entrees…read moreto the friendly service and warm ambiance. Their french bread is the best any of us ever had. (We couldn't get the recipe from them) We tried the goat cheese bruschetta, Hummus, Bolognese pappardelle, French onion soup, and Étouffée. Everything was delicious. We will be back when we are in Manistee again.

We stopped in for lunch before taking a drive to explore the area, visiting from Dearborn MI. I had…read morea delicious bowl of cheddar broccoli soup that was on point for flavor and consistency. Then a wonderful Mexican type salad with ample: sautéed onions and peppers, corn, black olives, cheddar cheese and a spicy chipotle ranch dressing. I added grilled chicken breast and it was very tasty and filling. My sister enjoyed a Nashville Hot chicken sandwich and she said it was also fantastic. An ample size chicken breast breaded and sauced well, lettuce, tomato plus a firm but soft bun that held up nicely. She had tots as a side which made for a great meal. Our server was very pleasant, personable and attentive at just the right times. The ambience was a rich wood decor: floor, walls, booths, tables and chairs. But a warm atmosphere with black accents, comfortable seating. There were stairs to enter with railings but I might have missed a more mobility accessible entrance. I recommend calling if this is a detail you need. They're great for groups as the place was packed on Mother's Day when we first attempted to eat there. So glad we went back and I'm sure this will be a sure spot to eat when we're in town again.

Good bar food selection, and some steakhouse dishes on weekends. The bungalow specializes in good…read morefood , large portions and top service for a fair price. The prime rib Philly sandwich is 1st class with grilled onions and peppers with plenty of cheese, excellent, and the onion rings are also very good! We always hit up the bungalow whenever we're in Manistee.