Who goes to a whiskey and bourbon bar and orders a glass of wine and an espresso martini? This…read moreperson right here. Sometimes, I need to zig when you thought I was going to zag. I like to keep it fresh up in here. The thing is, the prices for the bourbon were a touch overpriced, but the cocktails and wine were decent. That's the reason for my decision, but I think if you're in the mood for whiskey or bourbon and you're on Mackinac Island, then this is a good place to find it. They have a large variety of many different brands. I didn't get any food -- just popped in for a cheeky drink. The bar area is a nice place to sit, enjoy a drink and contemplate your visit to the island.

Loved chicken burger and fish and chips The best waffle…read morefries Good service, nice ambiance and amazing food

We really enjoy getting a drink at the top on a clear day. It's such a beautiful view and setting…read more The drinks are very over-priced for what they are, however, keep in mind you are paying extra for the experience. We have met some interesting people/travelers here who just want to experience this place just like us.

Probably the most expensive two cocktails I've ever purchased in my life, but given the place and…read morethe quality of the drinks we got, well worth it. This bar is at the top of the Grand Hotel. You do have to take two sets of stairs to get to it. I didn't see an elevator that would get there all the way up there. But if you're able, get there. There are two levels to this bar so maybe the first level is attainable with accessibility and then the top level might not be. Check ahead. This bar is absolutely gorgeous!!! There is a large or dare I say "grand" Chihuly glass chandelier hanging from the center from the upper section to the lower section, so it can be seen from both floors of this small but beautiful bar. We walked into the lower level first and the bartender immediately turned to us with a great big smile and welcomed us to the bar and asked if we wanted anything to drink. The wallpaper on this bar is light and beautiful and big windows look out over the ground towards Lake Huron. I was mesmerized immediately. Then we went upstairs to the upper level and there are 180° views of equally big clean windows at a beautiful sunny day outside was just breathtaking. We sat at a table and a server came over quickly and offered us cocktails and welcomed us to the bar. The service was kind of like being at Disney with impeccable service. I had the Machiatto Martini, and my aunt had a glass of rosé. The macchiato martini had Van Gogh double espresso vodka, Dorda sea salt, caramel, Dorda double chocolate, Frangelico, Amaretto, and Baileys. It was visually, stimulating and delicate and sweet and rich, as expected. I may try to make these at home - ha ha!! The views were spectacular and there was light acoustic guitar music playing on speakers, but not too loud and just a nice place to be in the moment at this magical hotel and have a cocktail either to end the day or end your time at the hotel. I'll never forget it.

This is a beautiful restaurant on the water and the brunch was amazing (except the blueberry…read moremuffin)!

I brought my mother here for Mother's Day, and I'm really glad I did. Our waiter was very friendly…read moreand greeted us with a smile every time he came to the table. He even wished my mom a happy Mother's Day before taking our order, which was a nice touch. We started with the Street Corn Nachos as an appetizer, then ordered a pulled pork sandwich and a grilled portobello mushroom sandwich, both with fries on the side (an additional $4 each). This was an excellent place to bring my mom since she's vegetarian, and the restaurant had plenty of vegetarian-friendly options. The food was excellent, especially the nachos -- the queso was amazing. The restaurant also gives you a lot of customization options, like swapping chips for fries for an extra $4 or adding protein to the nachos for an additional charge. That said, while the nachos were really good, they were still $18 without any protein, which honestly felt overpriced for chips, cheese, and vegetables. We came during lunch service, and overall the food, service, and view made for a great experience. However, it is definitely on the expensive side. Most entrees seemed to range from around $20-30. Still, if you're willing to spend a little more for quality food, generous portions, and a great atmosphere, it's definitely worth visiting.

Drinks and dessert was the main focus for a visit to Seabiscuit Cafe. Did I procure any real food…read moreat this horse-themed restaurant? Neigh! But they had what I wanted: sugar and alky hall. I just wanted a little (big) glass of red wine and something sweet to cap off the night, and I left satisfied. Key lime pie was the special dessert of the day, so that's what I got. I can't pass up a special dessert that's here today, but might be gone tomorrow. The kitchen didn't just give me a slice of pie: They dusted my plate with powdered sugar in the shape of a horse! It's these little touches that make all the difference, and you can tell that they're not horsing around here. (Or maybe they are?) My glass of Cabernet was great, and I was told that the beer was great, too. They were very busy, considering it was the end of the season. Nevertheless, we got a seat right away, and the service was great. If you visit Seabiscuit Cafe during the evening, you'll see that it's a cozy little spot with dim lighting, where you can relax and have a meal (or just drinks and dessert, like me).

Came here back in August during prime tourist season. Attempted to go to Pink Pony Club, but the…read morewait was too long, so decided to stop by here instead. They were able to seat us right away, but wasn't a fan of the seating arrangements: booth seating for eight persons including two seniors with mobility issues. It was especially cold in the corner and the TV was right above us! I kept thinking the TV would come down on us and what a safety risk it was. Also, it was super cold inside especially where we were seated. We asked for some hot water and had to follow up on it since I think our waitress forgot. Seating aside the food was quite good. They have a decent selection of signature cocktails to choose from. Portion sizes were generous and easily shareable between two persons (sensing a trend here in Michigan). I enjoyed the Crab Louie salad and the sweet potato fries. In summary, the seating arrangements could've been better, but the food and drink made up for it.

Authentic Jamaican Flavor in St. Ignace!…read more We were so pleasantly surprised to find Jamaican food in St. Ignace with the addition of Kingston Kitchen at the Inn--and let me tell you, it did not disappoint! Nick was our server and he was both attentive and genuinely friendly. Even though he was clearly busy, he still made us feel right at home. He offered some excellent cocktail recommendations--my wife especially enjoyed the Old Fashioned, which isn't even usually her go-to! We also tried the Ting with a Sting and the house punch--both were tropical, flavorful, and fun. Do yourself a favor and order the cocktail flight--such a great way to sample several unique drinks. For dinner, we had the jerk chicken and ribs, and both were seasoned perfectly. The rice and beans were especially delicious, and they serve this amazing "fruit ketchup" with the fries that totally surprised us--sweet, tangy, and addictive. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. If you sit in the window section, you even get a partial view of the water. Delicious food, great drinks, and a super friendly staff--thanks for a great night, Kingston Kitchen!

First of all, service is the 5 stars, Fantastic!! Love the location, you can literally see the…read morewater front sit by the window. Im not an expert on Jamaican cuisine, so I'll keep it short for the food experience. We got Chicken Curry / Risotto with Jerk Chicken and Coconut shrimp. Curry has lots of Turmeric flavor just so you know, you have to like turmeric spice. Nice little new place !!

Absolutely fantastic!! Whitefish was fresh, beers were cold and they have Michigan flags…read morethroughout!! Go Blue!! Bartenders were very attentive and never let our drinks go low! Nostalgic sports bar decor plus connected to their motel! We came during winter so it was not crazy busy. We will be back!

Service and food didn't not meet expectations. Table sticky not impressed with experienceread more

Wait was 30min quoted and wound up shorter. We walked the pier in the meantime…read more We ordered 3 appetizers and the fish and walked out very full. The portions for the Animal fries were huge! The space was busy with a "front porch" vibe. It was quaint and pleasant to look out at the harbor.

Our server was dope and a St Ignace native!!!…read more But the food itself---- for us, all Bay Area eaters, was really heavy and greasy. Unfortunate. The place is super cute and homey. It reminded me of a portland backyard!!!

The only other time I've stayed on Mackinac Island was at the Grand a few years ago, and I've been…read moreeyeing the Inn at Stonecliffe ever since then. It was everything I wanted it to be and more. It's a little more remote - just shy of 2 miles so up to a 1.5 hour carriage ride if there are a lot of stops. The property is GORGEOUS and recently renovated - it actually looks quite different from the Yelp photos from before so you see that they did a great job. Some experience notes: *The wellness center with sauna is 24/7 as well as complimentary smartwater bottles in the fridge with the workout equipment. *They have an adults pool and family pool. *Resort-like programming all week with complimentary s'mores, pumpkin painting, pilates, tours, etc. *I appreciated that they reached out the week of my arrival and gave me ferry information and asked when I was planning to arrive, etc. They also kept in touch via text all throughout my stay. *There's a general store with homemade ice cream - I had the pumpkin cheese and mango ginger sorbets. Delish! We stayed in the double queen water view at Summer House, which made for AMAZING sunsets from our balcony - like wowow. It was also really quiet entire time despite there being a wedding! This will be my go-to place to stay!

Best stay on Mackinac island for food, comfort and privacy!…read more I have been coming to Mackinac for nearly 30 years now. I've stay on places both on the main land and on the island. Stonecliffe is the best place I've stay anywhere. It's peak affordable luxury. They have thought of everything. We stayed on the summer house, which was purely beautiful. It's a modern take on traditional English style. The modern Tudor style of the main lodge is breathtaking. Nikki and Rudy made our stay especially wonderful! Ask for Nikki at the front desk for a truly friendly and knowledgeable experience. Rudy adds a beautiful smile to all your meals at The Straits. All the staff was wonderful but these two made our stay especially wonderful. My husband and I got a picturesque view of the bridge, a heated pool, sauna, absolutely breath taking bathroom, comfy beds and enough space to rest. We ate at both restaurants and ordered from each bar. We ordered room service the first night, which was so fast. We even ordered a second round. Staff made sure our first meal was good. We told them we simply had to try more food, it wasn't that we needed to order something else. Listen, I'm picky and a foodie. There is something here for everyone. The first night, we had the smash burger, French onion soup and garlic knots. Everything was wonderful. The second night, we had entrees at The Straits. My husband got the pistachio crusted cod whereas I had the short rib. Both were technical to perfection. The mashed potatoes were like silk. We'll be back and only staying at Stonecliffe now. Thank you to the staff who made our stay truly special.

Great visit!! Owner and staff were the best!!…read moreEvery spirit we tasted was unique and very flavorful!!!" Ambiance first class! Lots to do and very well appointed. It was originally a beautiful equestrian center. Olivia and Brittany are awesome!

This quaint little distillery was a perfect spot for a warm sunny day! They had the garage doors…read moreopen and music playing. They distill their liquor at another spot but carry and sell it there. I love espresso Martinis and I love old fashioneds. When I saw an espresso old fashioned on the menu it really piqued my interest. Omg. It was absolutely ridiculously good!! I'm hoping to duplicate it. I would go back just for that! The bartenders were great and very helpful. After all this alcohol it was time for an afternoon nap!

Service, impeccable! Recommendations, top notch. View speaks for itself. The bread board, so…read moredelicious. I cannot say enough about the skirt steak! Absolutely the best I have ever had. So juicy and delicious and the most tender piece of meat. Will be trying to replicate at home until we can come back. Garlic mashed potatoes luscious, smooth and flavorful. Can't wait to return and pray the skirt steak is still on the menu. I will say my husband and I split the dish and it was plenty of food!

Celebrating our anniversary on the island and made reservations at the 1852 Grill Room for our…read morespecial dinner. We were not disappointed. Right from the start the host confirmed our reservations and wished us a happy anniversary, we were then seated at a great cozy and romantic table with a great view of the water. Our server was attentive and also recognized our anniversary. We shared the wedge salad, and each ordered an entree. I ordered the plank whitefish from the menu, which was very good. My husband ordered the Chef's special, which was incredible! Yes, it's expensive, but you know that going into it. It was worth it for a celebration dinner.