The food is amazing, but pricey…read more This was a random dinner choice as we were struggling to decide food, and they won on account of meatballs. And it was worth it. Located inside the Roam Inn, we were treated to a chill covers playlist, good drinks, and good food. Our server was on it - she was juggling several tables but she made it look effortless. The meatball is not spicy - just a perfect blend and flavor. The pierogis were also so good. I opted for the burger and truffle fries - the burger was perfect, but SO MANY FRIES. She opted for the white fish, which she enjoyed (I didn't even get a bite!) All in all - it's a great stop if you're wanting to be in a nice dining environment for your evening.

This meal was perfection. The vibe is on point, the drinks are delicious, and the food was…read moreperfectly cooked and seasoned. I had the potato chip whitefish with mashed potatoes. YUM! If you're looking for an upscale dining experience, this is your spot.

We were in the area for a week and dropped in twice. Both times our experience was very good. Best…read morePasty that I've had in quite some time, chock full of meat and potatoes. Delicious, fresh coleslaw! My wife enjoyed her burger, which was a combo of a beef patty and a bratwurst patty. Very unique! Also a great beer selection. Service was prompt and attentive. The only complaint I have is the 3% premium added to bills paid by Credit Card. This seems to be a practice that's running wild in Michigan's UP, because the four restaurants we dined in all do it. In the future we won't be eating in restaurants that attach such a fee. We don't like carrying a lot of cash, so we'll just pack more food and eat in camp.

Big Sign made us turn the car around & glad it did. Loved the Bear ambiance and decor. Our Waitress…read more(Penny) was awesome, super friendly, and made our visit. The food was delicious, and my Pasties were incredible along with the gravy & coleslaw. Coffee was good. Definitely a must stop !!!

After reading the menu my cousin and my wife and I selected items for dining. The waiter urged…read moreselection of 3 sides for my cousin - and, since my wife likes sweet potato fries, added the sweet potato fries to her order for steak and shrimp plus 3 sides. I ordered the cod and 2 sides (reduced to two pieces of cod) from the same menu. at that time, NO mention was made of price changes for the sides. We think - if the menu says 3 sides included - that they should not incur an 'add-on' charge - the word INCLUDED doesn't mention additional cost. those that incur a cost should be separated from the selections that are included, and not listed mixed into the included ones. We dined, but the waiter apparently does not have much experience - and had to be asked for steak sauce, and shrimp sauce. Those normally are either offered at time of order - or brought with the steak and shrimp. When I received the bill, I was surprised that the "included sides" had been charged and the price for them changed from what shows on the menu. When I protested that isn't what the menu states - the other waiter (older and maybe more experienced), said that the owner increased prices on the add-on sides. I replied, "that isn't what the menu lists and I'm not paying for increases not listed." I consider this deceptive advertising - it would have taken only a few minutes to adjust their printed menu prices with an ink pen and be 'up front' with diners about the prices one is expected to pay. I wonder how long it will take before the prices are either inked in to be accurate or reprinted menus provided... I don't know what others think about this, or how many others actually look at the prices - - but I plan to find other places to dine out when I come to visit my cousin for a couple weeks a year. The bar two doors over has great food too - and their menu reflects the prices that are on your bill. I looked at the Jacks online menu today, May 8, and the higher prices for add-on sides shows there. The increases/changes are not reflected in the in-restaurant printed menus as of May 7. Things like that might have something to do with the rather sparse turnout last evening or it could be some other factor in play. Years ago, Jacks was always crowded when we came to visit.

Very friendly service and the food was amazing! Great battered cod; the soups were delicious and…read morethe cheese curds were yummy! So glad we found this restaurant during our trip!!

food took a long time but worth it!!! we had the filet!! breadsticks terrible. it was the best…read moresteak i have ever had.

Foggy's Steak House had good reviews online, so we gave it a try. First impressions: it felt kind…read moreof sketchy. When we walked in, the entire room got quiet and everyone stared at us until we all sat down -- like they'd never seen a same-sex, biracial family of six before. The crowd was mostly white. On the plus side, our server was quick to greet us, and was nice and pretty direct. The food was a mixed bag. The pulled pork had an odd lemon taste to it. The chicken club was more bread than chicken, drowning in mayo. The fish and chips and the ribs, on the other hand, came out great and really hit the mark. My steak, though, came out well done instead of medium rare and dried out, so I had to pour steak sauce on it just to get through it. On top of that, the bathrooms weren't clean, and the A/C vents were dripping from the ceiling, some right near and even onto the tables. Overall, the food was okay, nothing special, and we found the prices pretty high for what we got. This feels more like a locals' spot than a place for out-of-town guests or tourists like us.

This restaurant in the UP is amazing, the food, staff and restaurant itself were incredible…read more Highly attentive and so much fun. If you do not stop at this restaurant if in the area you are missing out. Sheri our waitress was perfect in every way!!!!!

This place was recommended by a local hotel, and we're so glad we tried it. My wife and I were on…read morethe fence, but it turned out to be a great meal. Our kids ordered off the regular menu and loved it. They also have draft root beer, which my son loved. I had the beef Wellington and it was spot on. Service was great, and the room had the perfect atmosphere for the area. We'd definitely go back if we're ever in the area again.

Stay away from the French Dip! shredded flavorless thin sliced roast beef. The Au Ju is not…read moreauthentic, bullion cube with "oregano" and excessive salt. The service is good and the locstion a plus but the quality of the food has been significantly degraded. i do not recomment eating here.

We have been summer residents living on Buckhorn Road for over 60 years. The Buckhorn Restaurant…read moreis our all-time go to place for lunch dinner, and drinks. The whitefish and perch are always fresh. Burgers are great as well. Reading some of the reviews is very unfair as they pre-date the current owners who have done well to preserve all the traditions.

Phenomenal Location Great Bar…read moreOutside Patio to watch the bay Great food. Group enjoyed the specials and the fish and chips

So, our first stop on our 2026 Tour d' Yoop (the upper peninsula of Michigan) was…read moreEscanaba/Gladstone with an overnight at the Terrace Bay Hotel. We didn't have any plans for dinner so my companion started looking for acceptable options on his iPhone. "How about this one," he said. "The 'Fresh Water Tavern' in Gladstone. Gladstone is just a few miles away." Having been to the Terrace Bay Hotel recently I said, "Actually, it's just down the hallway." "Really!" He replied. "Yep, it's the restaurant and bar right here in the hotel," I said. "Let's go!" He replied. And so we walked from our room to the bar. Once seated at the bar we ordered drinks. I went for a dry martini with one of my favorite gins -- which was properly mixed and chilled. Since we were in need of dinner too, we checked out the menu. Lots of good options. I decided to try the whitefish sandwich. It was excellent. A nice filet on a decent roll with the right amount of sauce and crunchy veggies. I'd definitely eat it again. Generic but decent fries along side of the sandwich made for a nice meal after our first day on the road. I didn't expect to find five star food in Gladstone, but tasty three star food with a properly mixed cocktail at the hotel restaurant/bar after a long drive is actually worthy of four -- so kudos to the Freshwater Tavern!

I love this little casino , the food is nice, not too crowded , me and mother go to it so it holds…read morea nice memory, I enjoy the soda, the games are fun, staff is friendly, you once in awhile run into a local, over all not a bad casino at all, worth just checking out and playing a few games. The bathrooms are alright, and they do well with the hand sanitizing, they have a place you can place your coats also for safe keeping. over all I could stay in that place for hours and be very happy!

Christmas themed Casio - all through the year! We saw beach…read morethemed Christmas tree here in July

Highly underrated on Yelp, this ended up being one of our better meals in the area. Our server was…read moreabsolutely the sweetest. The personal touch of her allowing us to sample her mom's cooking made the experience even better. such a kind and memorable gesture. We did have a bit of a wait when we arrived, and the setup was confusing with lines forming on both sides of the restaurant that didn't seem to have much logic. The restaurant itself is quite dark inside and has a slight odor, but despite those quirks, the overall experience was genuinely good.

The staff was friendly, attentive, and did a very good job, so no complaints at all about the…read moreservice. Unfortunately, the food and beverage options just weren't for me. The menu is heavily centered around deep-fried food, and there weren't really alternatives if you wanted something prepared differently. I was also surprised that they didn't offer any alcohol-free beer, which has become pretty common at restaurants and bars. Nice staff and good service, but between the limited food preparation and lack of alcohol-free beer options, I wouldn't go back.