I normally don't leave a review but for being someone from New Mexico and knowing what it takes to…read moremake really delicious Mexican food i will say the food here is very good the service was good and the owner definitely takes pride in what she gives to her customers highly recommended

Food was great as usual! Stand out this meal was the elote dip! It was great with chips and also…read moresprinkled on my enchiladas. The House Cerveza (brewed by Austin Brothers) was also delicious. You can't beat the view of Lake Huron while dining on the patio or an inside window seat. Servers were friendly and attentive, and also helpful in recommending the cerveza.

Very low key but comfy. The bartenders and wait staff are friendly and the service is great.read more

Good bartender. Rough crowd in the bar the night I was there, that spilled into a fight outside the…read moreplace.

If you're visiting Alpena, THIS IS THE PLACE YOU NEEDA VISIT. Downtown, cozy vibes, amazing…read moreservice. What more could you ask for. Came in on a Monday night as we just pulled up into town after traveling for work and I needed Spanish Rice and carbs. After being seated the server gave us the menu and specials and the specials caught my eye as they had Fried Shrimp Tacos with a side of Spanish Rice. I didn't want to be too full so I thought it was going to be a good size. I was wrong their portions here are generous! 3 Tacos with 2 large shrimps inside and I couldn't finish the last one. ( I did take the shrimp and rice to go for a snack later) We also got guac and chips and it was nicely mashed, would def get again. Honestly will probably go before I leave the area. Hospitality and vibes were definitely there, you could see regulars come in and chatting it up with other diners and with the server. Really enjoy this interaction and this close nit community.

If you are craving Tex Mex and find yourself in Alpena, Michigan, this is where you go. Mango's had…read morebeen around for a while now and each time we come, the place is full. It's a fairly loud restaurant but it goes with the mood. Family friendly with the ability to seat large parties. The team that works here are personable and happy to be at your service. Our server tonight was no different. We were seated promptly (we did make reservations because we weren't sure how busy it might be and there were 7 of us) and our server took our drink order right away. Their margaritas are excellent - get the raspberry one (frozen) with sugar on the rim - you won't be sorry! I had the ground beef Chimichanga. It's served with cheese sauce over it with refried beans, guacamole, lettuce, sour cream, and rice on the side. It's slightly spicy but not too hot. A very filling meal. We stay in a neighboring town and come to Alpena for dinner once a month and Mango's is one we enjoy returning to.

A hidden gem in North Michigan!…read more I was visiting Alpena for a diving trip and was recommended this place. Specifically the Fire Burger and their Poutine. Our party was 6, they gave us "outdoor beers" and a pager. When a table opened up we sat down and I was immediately impressed. Our server was friendly and helpful, super sweet. She handled our accommodations (one of my friends had a lot of specific "requests" for his meal.) We got the poutine and mozzarella sticks for our appetizers... holy sh*t.... The poutine was INCREDIBLE. The mozzarella sticks were clearly house made. Just absolute perfection. I took the recommendations of my friend, and got the Fire Burger... insane. If I could give this place 10 stars I would. Great beers. Great apps. Great burger. Just an all round great time. You owe it to yourself to try this spot.... And if you don't think so, you probably hate puppies and America.

Visiting from out of town and stopped in before the Friday night football game. Beer was good,…read morefood was awesome and service was friendly and fast! The brussel sprouts and nachos are highly recommended! Thank you! Thx for the hospitality!

The "cheese" enchiladas are filled with orange nacho sauce. The enchilada sauce may have been…read moresalsa. The appetizers are likely from Gordon food service. If you want a Northern Michigan version of Mexican food, Desi's is for you. Nice server, though.

Desi years ago sold his restaurant and the people who bought it kept the food the same it was great…read moreI'd go up 3-4xs in summer...well that family sold it to someone else, anyways last summer went there had to send my Enchiladas back because of too much chili powder on it so now its a year later and same thing happened...the table next to me said they messed up there order and the didn't eat much of it...now let me tell you that place used to be so busy but now not so much ...get a new cook

Service is always excellent! The absolute best food you can get anywhere in Michigan. Outstanding…read moreand authentic flavors! Ambiance is very calm and inviting. Perfect for anyone!

Authentic Mexican with great service. Food was delicious! Staff was attentive and kind. Plenty of…read moreseating. Best place for food in the area! Kid friendly options. Vegetarian options.

If you see this food truck out and about make sure you stop!!! They have a good variety and will…read moremake them to your liking. I had the bacon taco. Yup bacon taco. It was absolutely delicious. Hands down the best tasting taco around. Everything was made to order. They were quick and polite. Make sure you stop and try the is place out and support a local business.

Been here twice the guy has been crazy nice both times. The menu has interesting stuff. And the…read morefood is flavorful and made well . In my opinion any food truck or mexican place in gaylord is inferior to this gem. Give this guy money he works hard to make dope food.

I chose to go to Alpena in a very off-season time (April), so there weren't a whole lot of choices…read morefor dinner. After looking for suggestions on Yelp, I decided to try The Black Sheep. This is obviously a neighborhood tavern where people know each other. I felt a little out of place, but still, I slid into a booth (ok, I moved the table and CLIMBED in; they seem to be repurposed pews and the edge is high) and the young woman who was tending the bar -- and who seemed to be the only server working -- came over promptly. I ordered the Westminster -- turkey, bacon, cheese, a cranberry pecan dressing on focaccia. And what the menu doesn't tell you is that the chips that come with it are plentiful, delicious and homemade! It was a good, big sandwich, and I took half of it with me. An odd note: one of the regulars, who had pretty obviously indulged in Happy Hour (actually, nearly everyone did, because as soon as it was 7:00, they all left!) came up to me, looked at my sandwich and said, "That looks good. I'll have to try it some time!" If you're looking for a pub with an English flair, this is the place to stop.

This is the owner of the restaurant . He's a far left liberal and sends things like this to…read morecustomers

John Boy's isn't just a diner--it's a portal. One foot in Americana, one in a dream. The menu reads…read morelike a manifesto: sprawling, obsessive, oddly precise. Every dish arrives like it's been summoned by memory. The bacon is crisp, the toast knows something, and the omelets are heavy with intention. The dining room is small, dimly lit, and full of quiet drama. The regulars speak in half-smiles, and the staff greets you like they've seen your face before--in another life, maybe. Alpena doesn't have many restaurants. That's the mystery. You drive around expecting more, but there's a stillness here. A pause. And then--John Boy's. Waiting. Whether you're just passing through or hiding out for a while, this is your place. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner. (Even if you're not hungry.)

Your typical small town diner! Everyone was so friendly…read more Don't make my mistake and make sure you get their fresh bread!!! My husband got it and gave me a bite, and I regretted not getting my own! It was amazing.

Chef quality gourmet offerings done extremely well. Beautifully plated and created with fresh and…read morecreative flavors. Although the decor was not necessarily luxurious and high end, it was fine and the view of the lake was very nice. While a bit pricey,the food was outstanding. Our group order the grouper, salmon, and chicken pasta meals. Everyone raved about their meals. No one had room for desserts, but they all the sounded delicious and homemade. If in Roger's City again , we will be sure to return for another memorable meal.

Unfortunately they did not have the patio furniture out on the terrace & it was a beautiful day…read more We drive an hour just to enjoy being in front of the water -- we had to eat inside. Sadly, this pla