We had an incredible experience celebrating my sister's bachelorette dinner here! From the moment…read morewe arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make our group feel welcome and ensure everything ran smoothly. Having a private room made the evening feel so special, and the team was incredibly accommodating throughout the entire planning process. They were attentive to our dietary needs and worked with us to make sure everyone had delicious options and felt included. We also had some trouble connecting to the room's speaker to play our music, and the staff was so patient and determined to help. They took the time to troubleshoot the issue with us until everything was working because they genuinely wanted us to have the best night celebrating my sister. That extra level of care and hospitality meant so much and made the evening even more memorable. The food, service, and atmosphere were all outstanding, and we couldn't have asked for a better place to celebrate such a special occasion. We highly recommend this restaurant for anyone planning a private event or celebration. Thank you for helping make my sister's bachelorette dinner so special!

Disappointed....Delightful server and good food but…read more.. We arrived on time for my BIRTHDAY dinner at 6:30. At 7:37, before the check arrived, the host told is that we needed to prepare to leave because their policy is to turn tables within 75 minutes. It was the rudest experience I have had in memory at a restaurant. I couldn't believe it. I won't go back.

The Terrace Room is located in the chic Harbor Grand boutique hotel. We love the romantic…read moreambiance, marina patio seating, long bar and indoor fireplace. The food is delicious and most dishes are made simply and healthy, bringing to mind, California cuisine. The servers are friendly and accommodating and although the prices are somewhat elevated, the quality of the ingredients, house made pasta and overall experience is worth it!

We decided to celebrate my birthday (one day after) here since we are staying at the hotel, and it…read moredid not disappoint. I made a 6:30pm reservation and noted the occasion, and the staff sweetly sat us right by the window with a stunning view of Lake Michigan. I started the night with an Aperol Spritz. While their menu doesn't explicitly label items as gluten-free, I had called ahead and knew they could accommodate me. The appetizer options were a bit limited, so we shared the Brussels to start, followed by the corn and tomato risotto for my main, which was delicious. Our server was relatively new but incredibly attentive, even making sure to double-check with the kitchen that everything was safely GF. They offer multiple gluten-free options for mains and desserts, including GF pasta. We shared the ricotta cheesecake, and our server also brought out a complimentary chocolate mousse with orange slices and a birthday candle. Don't let the unlabeled menu scare you off--the staff is wonderful, the food is great, and you can't beat the lakeside view!

This place far exceeded our expectations! We showed up because we thought they had wings Wednesday,…read morebut that's only on the off season apparently. We had already ordered drinks so we decided to stay. We ended up getting a ton of appetizers and all of them were so good! We got two different wings, Buffalo and sweet chili, both delicious! Potato cakes, and fried pickles. Sooo good! Amazing bar food. My sister had a burger that she loved, I split the chicken parm sandwich with my husband which was excellent and all around impressive food for such a large menu. If you're looking for great bar food and a chill bar vibe I highly recommend this spot!

My wife and I came for trivia in the speakeasy and left disappointed with the service. Our…read morebartender, Gilbert, initially came over and took our drink order, but that was the only time he checked on us during the entire 1.5-2-hour event. There were only four other trivia teams, so it wasn't particularly crowded. Still, we were never asked if we wanted food, more water, or another round of drinks. Gilbert checked on the table next to us several times and took their food order, while we received no further attention. Eventually, I got up and went to the bar to settle our bill. He was standing there scrolling on his phone and barely acknowledged me after I cleared my throat. I don't expect perfect service, but I do expect basic attentiveness and to feel welcomed rather than like an inconvenience. The lack of follow-up, especially while the neighboring table received repeated attention, made this a frustrating experience. I hope the customer service improves.

Ghost Isle is one of the greatest locations for delicious food, tasty drinks & quality, consistent…read moreservice in the New Buffalo area. It's perfect for big groups and families as they have an ample amount of indoor and outdoor seating and a great kids menu! We particularly enjoy the smash burger and hot honey chicken sandwich. Our kids enjoy that they can order smoothies while parents savor a beer (Stoner's Paradise & Surf Gardens are my faves!) We've only had positive experiences at Ghost Isle, but you're bound to have an exceptional time when Summer is taking care of your table!

Pros: ambiance, beer flight, Irish nachos, pretzels and beer cheese, burger were top notch…read more Misteaks were made (pun intended)... skip the steak. Chewy overcooked, couldn't eat it. Kids pizza was sad and with quality/size should have been $5 at most. Bowls were disappointing- deconstructed sushi bowl had a hollandaise based sauce which was sadly not disclosed on the menu. Couldn't eat most of it. Waiter was nice (but can't really fix the food issues) and it was a beautiful day.

Excellent food, servers extremely kind and attentive, food was served quickly and efficiently, vibe…read morewas very chill

They aren't extravagant or elegant, but they are kind and welcoming…read more It's a place they will know your name if you frequent enough, and they will all know your usual. Good food, especially for the price compared to others in town.

Yet another GREAT visit!! Best pizza in the area!…read moreCold beer & Awesome service! Total value for the Price! Thank you once again Villa Nova!!

We spent several days in New Buffalo, MI recently. Such a lovely little nugget of family fun and…read morebeach activities. Certainly, there is no shortage of dining options in a fairly concentrated area heading up and down N Whittaker St. But the place you really need to visit is a bit north from there on W Buffalo St. Villa Nova is an unpretentious establishment that makes you feel at home. Don't go if you are in a rush, as you will want to hang around and soak in the environment. Also, the food is made with care, not with haste. You have to try the simple-ingredient derived marinara sauce topped with a large dollop of goat cheese and served with toasted crusty baguette slices. You can also partake of this marinara ambrosia on a pizza. The crust is probably the best I have had. And I have had them all. We had sausage on one of our pizzas, and it is deliciously kissed with fennel seed, and they are not stingy on the portions. We also had margherita pizza which was divine. Even the Caesar salads my wife and I had were tossed with the exact right amount of dressing. So, make your way here a little off the 'touristy' path. If you are really lucky, you will have Emma as your server. She was attentive, informative, and extremely pleasant. She recommended many of the dishes we ended up ordering and they all exceeded expectations. She made our entire experience delightful!

Wow, this place! Beautifully set up…read more Drop off area is welcoming and well-designed. Parking for handicapped access was full but lots of other parking around. Amazing design and vibe for a casino; by far the nicest we know of in a two hour radius. Thursday is seniors day -- can you play between 8 and 10 PM that for 100 points earn 10 three $ of play. And seems like there's a discount of 25% on food . Really great machine a variety of older than you which is very appealing... Because you know how machines disappeared so quickly. Great to find some that are favorites. Steve, especially Barb at the members desk, was very helpful explaining the perks of membership. Complementary soda and coffee station -- and roaming servers taking drink orders. Well cocktails around $7 and top sheet around $10. Appreciative of how spacious the casino floor is. Hotel entry is just down the corridor. ADA ramp for bar is great. Worth the 55 mils from Chicago. Make it a day.

Been to them all. New Buffalo is the best. Nice shops. All the restaurants are great. Sooo many…read moreslots. The rooms are beautiful. Nice give aways & you can actually win. Always a good time.

We stopped for a drink and appetizers today. New management team, new chef all very personable and…read morewilling to try anything. They have a nice menu for now, planning on expanding for the summer. Cocktails need some work, more rum choices, a blender for some drinks, and blue cheese stuffed olives. They asked what we thought they should have, if they listened they will get a 5 star review. Great atmosphere, beautiful view, the patio will be perfect in the summer. This could be our new happy hour stop.

Sitting in the middle of a golf resort, inside and next to a golf shop is O'Brien's. Simply put, a…read moregorgeous, classy interior meets creepy dolls and a sports bar. On a recent family trip, it was suggested that we stop in for a late lunch. Given that it was a holiday and a lack of other options in the area, I went along. When you first step inside, you'll notice that it wants so hard to be an Irish sports bar. Lots of sports memorabilia and statues accompany cheesy, over-done Irish slogans and designs. With its location, the sports angle is a logical slant. I get it. However, this is no Irish pub. One section of the restaurant is elegant, with linen napkins and beautiful dark wood trim. Its appearance is reminiscent of Victorian age dining and probably more typical of a finer resort-style atmosphere. Another section is a little less fancy, with white tablecloths and a more casual appearance. A third option, where we dined, is in the sports bar area, complete with patio and view of the golf course. The menu is fairly typical pub fare: burgers, sandwiches, soups, salads, and appetizers. I didn't see anything that stood out. With the exception of a shepherd's pie, it also lacked curry fries, which was disappointing, given the facade of an Irish pub. Right off the bat, I suspected we were in for a lacking experience when we were told that the staff was short-handed due to the holiday. I initially cut them a bit of slack because I understood. However, that's where my forgiveness ended. Our server, apparently covering the entire place, won no points when she took our drink orders and couldn't tell us what they had on tap for beers, nor did she have a list. The group ordered a few appetizers, including wings. For my meal, I opted for a turkey burger with avocado. The wings were barely flavored, except with too much salt and the only redeeming qualities were that they were crispy and served with both ranch and blue cheese dressing. The celery was even a tad soggy. My turkey burger was served to me with an added note that they were out of avocado. Had I been told that from the beginning, I would've ordered something else. The burger was peppery and also quite salty and the bun barely stood up to the challenge of keeping my tomato in place. The sodium levels gave me a hint that it was probably a frozen, low-quality patty. Ick. I drank far too much soda and water to try to keep my heart rate down for the rest of the day. The fries were also nothing special and also likely frozen items. The plus of the place is that the patio does have a pretty view of the golf course. If you like golf courses, that is. Other than that, it's a way to enjoy the outside and there are a lot of tables and room to walk around. If you're looking for a place to park yourself for some drinks and conversation this may just be the spot for you. I'd consider giving the other dining options a chance, though I wouldn't count on seeing me here anytime soon. Otherwise, if you do, I've been driving around the area looking for something resembling civilization and was hungry or drug along for family time when I'm not the decision-maker.