We went to the little cafe, Golden Bell Coffee is such a super duper cute little coffee shop! We…read morewere in town for the Apple Fest, camping with some friends, and this spot was conveniently located near our campsite. It was the perfect little place to stop for a coffee fix in the morning! I was pleasantly surprised to see that they serve Panther Coffee! I used to live in the Miami area, so getting a little taste of South Florida all the way up in Northern Michigan was such a fun surprise. I had no idea one of the owners was from Traverse City, which makes it even cooler! The barista was the sweetest girl, and you could tell she was doing her best to keep up with the Apple Fest crowds. It was a bit of a wait, but honestly, we didn't mind too much because they had the cutest merchandise to browse through while we waited. The shop itself has such a charming, cozy feel that makes you want to hang out and take everything in. I ended up ordering a cappuccino, and WOW, it was actually so good! The espresso flavor was spot-on, and it was the perfect little pick-me-up to start our day. Between the great coffee, adorable atmosphere, friendly service, and unexpected Panther Coffee connection, this place definitely left a great impression on me. I would absolutely come back next time we're in the area! If you're looking for a cute local coffee shop with great drinks and plenty of charm, definitely add Golden Bell Coffee to your list.

This is one of the few restaurants in the East Jordan area. It is a typical diner. I don't eat…read moremeat, and I was able to find something to eat. Seating is limited.

We've been waiting for Riverside Inn to really find its stride under the new ownership (which "new"…read moreis really several years old now!), and last night felt like it may finally be getting there. Riverside was a favorite of ours when Kate owned it, and over the past few years we've kept coming back hoping to see the new owners develop a more consistent kitchen and, importantly, a menu with an identity of its own rather than one that sometimes felt like it was trying to emulate the best restaurants around the area. Last night delivered. The food was consistently good across the table--the chicken was cooked and seasoned to perfection, the pasta was excellent, and the accompaniments felt thoughtful and well executed. And please, whatever you do, never get rid of the whipped mashed potatoes. Those have consistently been something Riverside does very well. The focaccia with corn was fabulous and butter with honey is way better than previous iterations of butter with olives??? Nobody wants that. Service got off to a very delayed start, but once our server found a rhythm, things got back on track and the rest of the evening flowed much better. It feels like Riverside is beginning to settle into what it wants to be rather than chasing something they're not, and that's encouraging to see. We've been waiting for that. Last night was the most confident and consistent the restaurant has felt in a while, and we're hopeful they keep heading in this direction.

The restaurant is on the river. Great view. The food is…read moredelicious! We had the soup. It was excellent. The salmon was very tasty. We also had the Mushroom Campanella. It was very good. Definitely would go back!

Our family all agreed it was our favorite restaurant we went to on vacation! We decided to go last…read moreminute after a trip to the beach and were able to stop by during happy hour. They take reservations and we were able to find easy/free street parking nearby on a sunday in the summer. Outside has a view of the street and inside has an upstairs and a downstairs; both with a view of the lake. Our waiter was very informative and friendly. We loved everything we ate- it was all delicious!

I want to give this place 5 stars soooo bad! We have a vacation home here and come to this…read morerestaurant routinely for years. Although pricey, it was always worth the cost. The ambiance is always stunning, sit on the outdoor patio in the summer and enjoy a great time with friends/family. The service is always top notch. Our go to is the Wagyu Hanger steak. Unfortunately, our dinner tonight was such a disappointment. My steak was over cooked. They changed the recipe to the steak dressing and it just didn't hit. The appetizers were great and no complaints of the service and ambiance, that was still exceptional. I just hope they go back to the old wagyu hanger steak.

Wonderful experience visiting this winery, especially because of Charlie who holds a wset3 like we…read moredo. He was willing to take the time on a Saturday and help us understand their winery and their flavors. I blog the details of our tasting at wine sage review. In the end we loved luminous. The winery might be quieter, but it was excellent, especially because of the knowledgeable and friendly team. The laid back casual seating overlooking the vineyard what's a nice way to spend time sitting and just enjoying being outside. Thanks charlie, great experience

Such a great wine tasting spot! Really good reds for Northern Michigan - some of our favs. Great…read morevineyard views and friendly staff.

Lots to see and do. Would be a wonderful place for a wedding, event. Great place to take kids to…read moreplay as well.

Loved the personal tour! What a beautiful place for a wedding. Definitely will go back for another…read morevisit!

Excellent place in NW Michigan. Service was friendly and prompt. They had an excellent…read moresinger/guitar player and the volume was just right. Food - YUM! I had beef Wellington. Something you don't see very often on a menu. It was a nice cut of filet and the pastry waste perfect. I did try my wife's perch and I would challenge it as even being perch. The filets were very large. I rarely see perch this size. That is why I only give it 3 stars. It was also over battered. Just IHMO. I will come back again just to ask about the perch, but to try more of the menu.

Bob and Wes were amazing. We had a great time and caught huge fish. It was a local vibe and a…read morestellar experience. Catch your fish and get it cooked at The Cove next door any way you want. We will be back with our friends and family again soon.

This is THE charter to take in Northern MI!!!! We had a group of adults and 2 children... Wes was…read morePHENOMENAL with the kids and so much fun to chat with. We all got several huge fish and had such an amazing day! Cannot recommend this business enough!! BOOK YOUR TRIP!!!

My friend and I had a fantastic stay here! The grounds are beautiful, and the location is…read moreperfect--close to delicious restaurants, great shopping, and the beach. Suttons Bay and Glen Arbor are also just a short drive away. The Innkeepers, Ty and Rachel were incredibly friendly and helpful, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Our room was spotless, and the breakfast muffins each morning were absolutely delicious! We truly enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to come back. Highly recommend!

We stayed at the Whaleback Inn for a wedding in the area. The grounds were beautiful and the staff,…read morewho live on the property, were very nice. They had coffee, tea and hot chocolate out every morning. They also provided bananas, muffins and oatmeal. The only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 was because the spa room we got had 3 large skylights and we didn't know. I would have brought an eye mask instead of having to try and find one in a small town (not easy to find). Also, no closet in the room and we had formal wear that needed to be hung up.