Dockside on Torch Lake is such a fun, laid-back spot with the perfect small-town marina vibes! It's…read moresuper conveniently located, especially if you're spending the day out on the lake, and you can dock your boat right there after a long day of boating. It's such a great place to grab a bite, relax, and enjoy the atmosphere. The service was fast and exceptional. Our food came out quickly and everything was fresh, hot, and delicious. We started with the fried pickles, which were SO good! Although, I have to say, they may want to consider renaming them because they were actually more like a ham, cheese, and pickle egg roll--and honestly, I'm not mad about it because they were delicious! We also ordered the shrimp tacos, which were super flavorful and yummy, and the signature cheeseburger with everything on it, which was cooked absolutely perfectly. Everything hit the spot after being out on the lake. We got the onion rings which were perfectly crispy and sweet potato fries that maybe could've been a fried a little bit longer but still good! Definitely a great casual spot to stop by if you're spending the day on Torch Lake. The convenient location, fun marina atmosphere, quick service, and solid food make this a place I'd happily come back to!

Cannot beat view and convenience. Food was just okay. We got there an hour before close and could…read moretell. Good pretzel bites and curds and good cadillac marg. Cod basket - some pieces were not fully cooked and the nachos had way too much cabbage and not enough cheese. Service by our original server was okay, but she jumped ship and was replaced by a little older young woman (short, dark hair) who was lovely. On balance, you're here for convenience and sunset views only

I gotta give it 5 stars for what it is...it's a cafe by the falls in this historic fishing town by…read morethe docks...Period!! People complain that it has a limited menu...IT'S A CAFE! We thought it was a great venu! This was our first time to Leland and wanted to check out the fishing bay area for what it's famous for. It was about 4:30, we walked up to the Cove restaurant and noticed a small line waiting and then I noticed a small staircase along the wall and walked down and there was Ricks Cafe'. It said seat yourself, so we did. Didn't think we were going to get any service anytime soon, within a couple of minutes a young lady appeared taking our order. Yes, it was a short menu but, the chicken sandwich with chips sounded pretty good. The sandwich was really good and the falls atmosphere were a pretty cool setting in this beat little fish harbor. We enjoyed watching people fish off the dock and some dude in a kayak trying his chances angling. We enjoyed it immensely and will be back next time in the area. As for the person who complained that there was limited tables for dogs...ITS A RESTAURANT for PEOPLE. I don't want to be near your mutt schlepping scraps off the floor. I really wish more restaurants would follow the Section 6-501.115 of the Michigan Food Code. No Pets allowed, only Service animals with credentials!

Since there was a long wait to eat at The Cove we decided to grab a table at Rick's since the…read morehostess told us there won't be a wait and menu basically the same. We were able to grab a table right by the water which was great! Unfortunately, the menu was way smaller than The Cove but they did serve their trade mark Chubby Mary drink. The day was beautiful so sitting right by the water made for a great ambiance. The waitress was friendly. Unfortunately, the portion size vastly different- we all ordered a bowl of the seafood chowder and 3 out of 4 of us got a bowl filled barely half way, while the fourth was filled to the top. When we mentioned to the waitress she just kind of dismissed it. White fish Caesar salad was outstanding- smoked fish delicious and dressing tasted just right. Portion was not big, just right for one person.

Bergstrom's burgers in Traverse City is so much more than just "a burger place"!…read more They buy everything local and fresh: They have weekly specials that range from French dip, to southern cuisine, and are two numerous to list! Check out their Facebook for the weekly specials and photos. They have amazing appetizers such as the zucchini strips that we adore and dip them in every kind of sauce that they have. The burgers are absolutely juicy plus the toppings make it even better, unique flavors that you can't care anywhere else. We also love the fact that you can get a mini version of the burgers if you can't eat a whole one, because it's such a generous portion! Since everything is made to , it takes a little bit of time so be sure to relax, your favorite beverage, and chat with the fantastic staff and owners.

The atmosphere here is a collision of construction meets 70's Rock n Roll diner. A little bit of a…read morejoke there as the outside is undergoing a remodel. This is the type of place were you order and pay at the counter and they give you a number and bring the food out to you. Think Culvers if you have been there. I ordered the Cherry Bomb Burger ($17). This is a 1/2 lb cherry burger with bacon, cherry jam, raclette cheese, and aioli. This was an excellent burger. The cherry flavor is not a. overwhelming cherry flavor, more of a side note. You can still taste the quality meat that was cooked perfectly. I upgraded ($5) to the Onion Ring combo. The onions were large and thick with a nice coating on them. Nice and crunchy and very tasty. The service was a mixed bag. The 1st interaction was okay. A little lackluster in the energy. I forgot my coat and I came back n to grab it. It was set by the counter waiting for me. Since I was there I was going to order a shake. However the attendant was too busy having a conversation in the back to serve a customer. Overall a solid 4 star review. The food is probably 5 star, but the service brings it down to a 4. Would I return. Yes, the food is definitely worth a visit.

Fantastic burger. Amazing service from the owners! Dope spot. Patio is fantastic. Music…read moreselection was perfect vibe. Run, don't walk

Not a large place, but it feels very welcoming and the do have a good size outdoor seating. This is…read morethebtype of place were you order at the counter and pay and they bring the food out to you. The have 1/3 pound smash burgers. I ordered the El Padre Burger ($17). This burger has Candied Bacon, Pepper Jack Cheese, Grilled Poblanos, Lettuce, Grilled Onions, Chipotle Bbq sauce. The burger was very good. However it's not the best burger I've had in TC. The candied bacon was good, but not candied enough. There also wasn't enough of the bbq sauce. The quality of meat was good, but again wasn't the tastiest I've had in TC. The burger is definitely worth getting with the caveat that it isn't exceptional. The burger comes with Great Lake Potatoes Chips, due to they give you a pond of fries if you order fries. I didn't. I did order a Chocolate Shake ($9). It is a thick shake and reminds me of a Frosty, just more chocolaty. I enjoyed it, but I love frostys. The service was enthusiastic and friendly. Overall a solid 4 star review. Would I return? Yes, I would. Sometimes you crave a smash burger and this definitely hits that bill. Definitely worth a visit.

we had a great burger with corn beef was amazing burger…read more also had the onions rings they where huge the best onions rings and we had a delicious strawberry shake made perfectly this place is a hidden gem love everything about it highly recommend going here you wont be disappointed old school ambiance and great service

The best meal we had in traverse city…read more The staff wa so friendly. The prices were very reasonable and the food was great! Had the Rueben burger, Texas burger and chili burger. Are were huge and tasted great. Highly recommend and great for families!

Tasty food and good cold drinks! Our first time visiting…read moreand we were impressed. We had the night's special, burnt ends, mashed potatoes, homegrown green beans, and house salad. Great food and service. We will be back!

Wasn't sure what to expect because the place used to be called Critter's but since we visit Torch…read moreLake every summer, we thought we would give it a try. This is a hidden gem!! First of all, Friday night is fish night (a platter of shrimp, cod, walleye, and perch, fried and salad/coleslaw) and Saturday night is prime rib night. My hubs and I split the basket and ordered an extra salad. It was plenty. Their blue cheese and ranch are homemade and exceptionally delicious!! The variety on the menu is wide...no website to see the menu but you can check on Google or FB. All the fish was fresh (like bones in the walleye), all the fish was hand battered/dipped, and none of the fish was greasy. Shrimp were good size and the cocktail sauce was great. French fries were hot. The service was very quick and server was knowledgeable. Food came out quickly even though it was fairly crowded (though we didn't have to wait. Waiter came back to check on us. Our bill with the seafood platter (4 shrimp, large walleye, 1large cod, 2 small perch, 1 coleslaw, upgrade salad (extra 3.00 and 1 beer) totaled 40.00 which included tip. Ambience is low key and extremely casual. Long bar in the back, pinball machines, pool table and outdoor area. going back to try several things. FYI biker night on Wednesdays.

After shopping and walking around the streets, grabbing a bite to eat for lunch here was much…read moreneeded. We had wanted to sit on the rooftop to enjoy the views but it wasn't opening until 4PM so we didn't get to experience that. The clam chowder was on special so I ordered that to start with some peel and eat shrimp, cold- you can get them hot or cold and they were perfectly done and the cocktail sauce wasn't so strong that it overpowered the shrimp which was appreciated. My husband and I shared the trout basket and they were very lightly breaded, not greasy at all and well seasoned. My son ordered a cheeseburger and raved about it so much that he told our waitress on the way out that it was 5-star worthy. Note: he orders burgers everywhere we go so I trust his judgement . It was cooked how he asked- medium rare- and was thick and juicy to top it off. If you're looking for a spot with friendly service and delicious food- it's a must try in Sutton's Bay.

So the first time we came here was about eight years ago and the place was still just as amazing as…read morewe were remember. This is a bar, but it's also a restaurant in the food is unreal. First time we came here. We came to have a couple drinks and I remember the service was amazing this past weekend we went here and we brought our daughter for her birthday. She had the best time again. The food is still amazing. We'll be coming back as much as we can. I ordered the cod special and my daughter ordered the kids chicken and fries and the chicken was delicious. My fiancé ordered the burger and the cook on it was perfection again you can't go wrong with anything you order here. It's an amazing place. It's a must check out if you're in Sutton Bay.

Very good find in traverse city. I flew in on delta airlines and the guy sitting next to was a…read morelocal. He told me about several places that I should try wile I was in town. Sleder's was a natural for me because I am a hunter. The place has lots animal mounts on the wall including a moose named RANDOLPH , that you are supposed to kiss for good luck. It's a very old bar and there's definitely a lot of character there. The service was outstanding and I truly loved reading the menu. I ordered a buffalo burger and my wife had a chicken sandwich. She had a margarita and I had a local draft beer. The food came out rather quickly and the buffalo burger was wonderful. She said the chicken sandwich was delicious. Also, I just didn't get to taste it cause she ate it all. The place is not on the beaten path. It's a little out of the way, but it's worth finding. I recommend this to anybody that goes to town. Enjoy all.

I love the atmosphere. 140 years in business and the atmosphere is a combination of those years. I…read morelove the tin ceiling. I ordered the Full Rack of Ribs ($25). the ribs themselves are good. Very tender and the cherry bbq sauce is excellent. While not in my top 10 of ribs, I would get them again. the salad that came with it was fresh and tasty. The fries were sadly subpar and undercooked. I also just realized I didn't get a dinner roll that was supposed to come with it. The service was a little slow, but very friendly. Overall a 4 star review. Would I return? Yes I would a fun atmosphere and good food.