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    The Gangplank

    4.1 (340 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Desserts, American
    Open • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Touristy
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Wendy J.

    The perfect dinner along the lake. A few locals recommended this establishment and I'm so glad we listened. We arrived at 5:30pm and thankfully only had a short wait for a table. Wait staff was a well oiled machine. They worked well & very efficiently together. We ordered drinks and fish tacos. Great meal and something I will do again next time we are in town. Most of the tables are configured for parties of 6 or less. If your group is larger, be prepared to sit at separate tables. Well worth it though.

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    Deanna D.

    Great service and delicious food. We went Memorial Day weekend and I'd definitely go back again. I tried something I normally wouldn't and so glad I did. Summers here go check them out!

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    Elizabeth E.

    We've been hard pressed to find good food in the Mackinaw/ St Ignace area, this spot is really good! We got the white fish fingers for an appetizer, the whitefish entree and the shrimp tacos. Everything was delicious and flavorful! Great portion sizes too. The service was quick and very friendly. Every staff member we talked to was great. This spot is a little more subject to the elements, we heard they close the dinning area in the winter so be aware and bring a coverup if needed! Would highly recommend!

    Spicy shrimp hoagie sandwich
    Larry W.

    Was hoping to give a 5 star review but I'm being generous with 3 star review. The view and service was excellent. Two young waiters busting and serving tables hats off to you both. The food is what lands this review at a 3 star. The Cranky Cuban was recommended by the waiter and it indeed left me Cranky. $16.99 and you could only taste the bread, had zero flavor, little meat. Side salad in a small bowl was $8.99 not worth that all. Wife had the special that was a spicy shrimp hoagie sandwich and that was decent. I will give Gangplank another go and not ask the waiter next time what he recommends.

    The view!!
    Jeff E.

    Great food, good service with a nice view of the lake. The whitefish sandwich was good, the Cuban sandwich was really good. The best is the homemade fries that come with the sandwiches.

    Creole boiled whitefish
    Mia M.

    Wait was 30min quoted and wound up shorter. We walked the pier in the meantime. 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.

    Fishbowl Drink. Notice the Swedish fish and the bottom of the glass is lined with Nerds.

    Great food, excellent service!! Had few drinks, all very good, but order the Fishbowl, it won't disappoint. I had the Count burger, sooooo good, if you like garlic, give it a shot. My wife had the Cluckin' Chicken Sandwich, chicken and bacon between waffles, I ate the half she couldn't, now we're both miserable full, but well worth it. While on vacation we don't normally eat at the same restaurant twice, but this one may be the exception. Small space, but worth the wait if it's busy, go for a walk.

    Our view sitting by the stairs
    Trish B.

    enjoyed the Whitefish Fingers so much, we ordered a second order! Hubby and I split a Bison burger and the house cut french fries, both were delicious. All dining is on the deck, offering everyone a view of the waterfront. Our wait time for table was approx. 45 minutes so we took the opportunity to walk across the street to the park/marina area to enjoy the beautiful lakeshore views. Service was great. Definitely coming back next time we're in da U.P.

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    Nicole H.

    Was passing through on my way to pictured rocks & stopped here for lunch! Sandwich was AMAZING!!! (Avocado/onion/dill havarti one) It was a little chilly when we went in May, but worth it for the yummy meal.

    The last cheese curd, from our second order! We almost fought over this little nugget of crunchy, gooey goodness!
    Sharon J.

    Today was our third time visiting the Gangplank. Every time we've driven north and south so far! The whitefish fingers are excellent, the whitefish sandwich is also great, and the Hot Lips Houlihan is like no other sandwich we have ever had, anywhere! Delicious. Today we tried the ghost pepper cheese curds, and had to get a second order they were so tasty!! If ever there were a reason to go off your diet, do it at the Gangplank. It's worth it! The place is small and breezy, the view is nice, and the service has been super every time. Definitely recommend if you're in the area.

    Robin K.

    Quaint! Great food Best whitefish sandwich we have ever had. Homemade margaritas amazing!!

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    Wait staff was fun. Service was fast. Food was good, simple and plentiful. Atmosphere great, could use some more seating.

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    Some of the food was good. Had to wait a long time for a meal and they got it wrong. Decent view. Basically outdoor seating.

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    Fun times, good food. Loved the appetizers! It was busy but expected waits during tourist time. Wait staff was friendly and on the ball!

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