We stopped at the Raft on our way home from a trip to anchor Bay. The menu is half burgers and half sandwiches so you have limited choices but what they have is pretty decent food. I had a grilled chicken sandwich on an onion roll, and the chicken was very tender and tasty. One person in our group got a burger and she said it was delicious. One person got the fish and chips and enjoyed that and another person got a grilled cheese sandwich. The place is not large, but the waitress was incredibly friendly and helpful, and it felt like a small town feeling read more

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Update: I give The Raft a chance every few years. Despite the cult following, nothing has really changed (see previous review). IMO, it remains the most overrated restaurant in this area of Lake St. Clair. Pre-frozen food served in a musty interior floating on a rusty metal platform barge. The (legendary? LOL) Raft burger smothered in bad chili is a nasty mess. Ho-hum fries. Flat pop. Service was slow, about 30 minute wait for burgers and fries. Just go to Burger King or McDonalds. read more

A group of friends met at The Raft for lunch on a Saturday. They were busy but not jammed! The food was good, but not great! The burgers were tasty the fries not so much. We had a good meal and even better conversations! We had a great time! read more

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Fast friendly service and of course great food. Heard the Raft was just sold. Hope the new owners keep it same and don't bulldoze to put up condos or something. read more

Solid 2 stars. Burgers are their specialty, but they are not that good, sorry. The onion rings are good. Fries were bad, how is that possible? Service was very good but it took an hour to get 4 burgers. This place was busy on a cold February Saturday because of all the ice fishers and people out snowmobiling, on their atvs on the frozen lake. Seems like a local place if you want an old bar type atmosphere. I just can't recommend it. read more

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I wanted to try somewhere new, went in ordered and did not receive my order 1 hamburger and veggie plate after1 hour of waiting. I am very disappointed at the service, others were given their order but not my husband and I. We were told they are so busy but others received their food. Is it the service or was it our skin color, we were the only customer's with melenated skin... Is this what customer service looks like now.. So disappointed ​​ read more

Hands-down, the best mushroom and Swiss burger I ever had. And not to mention always great service.

Absolutely disgusting! We waited 40 minutes for 2 burgers. We ordered fried mushrooms but didn't get them at all. My hamburger was cold. Chili on the burger was cold. The fries were stale and cold, tasted like they were left over fries that were left out all night. They offered to reheat what already tasted reheated but not interested in waiting another 40 minutes for garbage to be reheated. read more

Great spot to eat on the water. I had the cheeseburger and chili and loved both! Prices on point. Cozy vibes. Great service!

What a super cool spot! Now that I'm on summer break, I have so much more time to get out and enjoy the beauty of Michigan. We jumped in the car and headed out towards the lake. There are so many small bars and restaurants surrounding the water. You can literally do a bar hop around Lake St. Clair. The Raft was on our itinerary and it was everything we expected. Nautical themed, this bar is dated on the inside but it adds character to the place, makes it perfectly charming. We were not in the mood for food so we ordered a few beers and headed outside to enjoy the weather and play a game of cornhole. The backyard of this place is HUGE!!! I'm sure it's a fun spot for music and hanging out with friends on a busy night. Let's just say, I smoked my friend in a game of cornhole and we almost gave ourselves heat stroke. It was so dang hot, but we had a blast. We will most certainly be making a trip back out this way. read more

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We had a nice lunch here on Sunday the deep-fried pickles and the onion rings were just wonderful especially with this yummy Cajun sauce! And everyone loves their hamburgers! Great service can't wait to go back! read more

Recently moved to the area and wanted a quick burger. Unfortunately the burgers were dry and over priced for a 1/3 lb Patty. The food took a long time to come out and the place was more than half empty. The staff was very friendly to the regulars at the bar but not so much to people sitting at tables. We'll go elsewhere next time. ​ read more

This place could be in northern WI or MN. Definite local, north woods vibe. Just burgers and fried food for the most part. Quality is equal to the price so you can't complain. It is relatively small but there are a few larger tables and we didn't wait on Saturday night at 7:30. Kid friendly. read more

Do go there. Been driving past for over 30 years and decided to stop. It is a burger joint but that can't seem to cook a burger in less than an hour. To be honest, I don't know how long it takes as we gave up after an hour and they hadn't started making them yet. The said they were busy but watching others come in, sit and get there food while waiting for mine is just not good. Also, watch your step, the floor is very uneven. read more

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Small town historic bar . Sometimes they need more staff. It's good bar food, but has come out warm .

Been coming to this place for years. Such a landmark restaurant. They offer indoor and Outdoor seating behind the building directly on the lake. Highly recommend the combo sample platter for an appetizer. And the raft burger with bacon. You will not be disappointed!! read more

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Stopped in here while on the lake... The docks this year have perfect amount of water and plenty of depth. Ordered the raft burger with cheese and it was fantastic... Perfectly cooked could not recommend a better selection. I can't wait to go back... Maybe even this weekend. The mozzarella sticks are the good breaded kind opposed to the frozen dipped in Grease... All-around a great meal and highly recommend it. Of course the location and sunset views are breathtaking and worth the drive if you're not from the area. And if you're by Boat you might as well stop in for a beer and a burger. read more

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Feels like home when I get to visit and have a Raft burger and chili! On a nice day also great back yard seating to soak up the sun!

Came here after a long day boating. Walked in with 5 people and had room. Val, our server was attentive, funny and fast. Great place for a burger, beer and fries! Very, very casual.....we were in bathing suits and sandals. You gotta give it a try. read more

Where do I start. I went to this establishment with 3 of my good friends and we were treated poorly. I myself ordered the "Jacob's Super Raft Burger" and i can assure you it was not super. The patty was burnt to a crisp the fries were soggy and not crispy, some would say the fries were "Limp" one of my friends in the group Ordered the fish and chips and had a miserable. Experience his fish was not cooked at all it was raw all around. And he found a little brown Substance in his food? Honest to God we didnt know what it was it seemed like. A fried piece of Cat Defecation? needless to say this place is not what the reviews make it out to be. read more

We've been coming here 10 years and never had a complaint even though the food isn't good and it's overpriced. Today the service was poor at best. The waitress was argumentative and rude and combative and after an hour we never received our food. Overall it is was disappointing and sad and we won't be coming back. They are under staffed and over worked and over priced and not worth the trip. read more

The food was incredible but our server Val was the best part of the night! Amazing service and hospitality that won't be soon forgotten. My burger was cooked perfectly and the onion rings were crispy and light. We sat outside and it was a pretty night. Highly recommend this place to everyone! read more

I've been going to The Raft for years; grew up in the area. Hands down the best burgers!! Great prices too. Try it out; you will not be disappointed. read more

Always a favorite. In the Summer, burgers and beer. In the Winter, CHILI, burgers and beer. And love the fried cauliflower. I know of no place in the county with a better burger. GRS read more

The Raft is awesome. Val was amazing and took great care of us the whole night. The burgers were really good and the perch was some of the best I have ever had. Will definitely come back here again. read more

Terrible food... Terrible service. We called ahead for 5 burgers and fries. The order took well over an hour. There were people there, but it was by no means busy. They need to get more workers or close! Once the food was ready, they didn't include the fries. Claimed we didn't order them. $50 just for burgers?!? 2 out of 5 people got sick that evening and the rest of us had stomach aches. I will be calling the health department. It's a real shame that such a great location on the water is being wasted. read more

My first time here. I got the raft mini burger and my boyfriend got the Jacobs's Super Raft Burger. Amazing is the best word to use for the quality of their food. Will definitely make this a must stop whenever we are visiting Algonac read more

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What a great little low key gem. Bar food was good, drinks were cold, the prices were very fair and the place is pretty clean. I would definitely go back when I have some more time in that area. read more

Mushroom Swiss burger is so amazing!! The waitstaff is very friendly and service is spot on.

I really don't know what was better the staff, or the food! Service was fast and friendly, food was AMAZING, and they have a great alcohol selection behind the bar! read more

Another once a year stop for me.like going back in time . The outdoor area is awsome. Picnic tables, order from the screened in door area. Lots of summer drive in food . Settled for a fish sandwich and a coney dog with onion rings, to split. Great location right on the water. Hope to keep coming here every summer . read more

Decided to give the Raft burger place a try on a recent antiquing trip to St. Clair. It did not disappoint! My husband ordered the Raft cheeseburger deluxe (fries & coleslaw) and I had the patty melt with cheddar and sauted onions... delicious! The meat had great flavor and was juicy. We will definitely be back to try the perch special :) read more

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Place was cute, waitress was friendly. It took kind of long for food there was a mix up. And first 2 beers on the house. Nachos were good. My bf liked the hamburger. Coleslaw was good. Definitely go back sometime. read more

Wonderful burgers great prices friendly staff. Been here since 1967 and before. Fun place huge menu. Boat docking and outside seating. We'll be back. read more

The Raft - Happy customers having fun on a Saturday afternoon. - Bars Near Me - Fair Haven, Michigan

Once again we are enjoying a wonderful hamburger and chili. Good service, burgers were stupendous. Chili is very good also, a lot like my own. I recommend this place highly. read more

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If you want to wait 60 minutes for burgers , while you watch people who came in 20 minutes after you get served their dinner than this is the place for you! Not to mention when it was brought to managers attention, we were given excuses and the run around. Way to run a business!! read more

Mediocre food, horrible service. The "famous Raft Burger" is begins its life as a frozen, preformed patty. It's 6oz., and smaller than the bun (pet peeve of mine). I ordered fried mushrooms with a patty melt. Neither were good. The girl I was with ordered a burger and fries. Both were nothing more than "ok." My pattymelt was small, much smaller than the bun, it was over cooked, and the mushrooms were frozen and popped in the deep fryer. Fries were bland and tasteless, burger wasn't much better. The service is flat out awful. They act like they're doing you a favor taking your order, and they don't want to be there, Alice's diner style, without the bad sarcasm and comedic value. They take forever to take notice of you, take your order, and bring your food. The bill did come on time, but it seemed more like it was because they wanted us to leave. Not very welcoming, not very friendly, and not worth coming to. On top of all of this, they serve your food on cardboard containers that blow all over the place when you're trying to eat your food. It's an outdoor establishment, you'd think they would put up something to block the wind or serve you in heavier plastic baskets/plastic plates that wouldn't blow away. The bottom line, if you're hungry, this is the next place on the right, AND you have a spare hour to kill, sure, stop in... At least it has a good view. That said, it's not worth making a left hand turn for. Keep driving. read more

The worse place ever on both service and food quality. I'm very easy going and rarely complain but the service was straight up rude. We had burgers that tasted odd and later we all were sick. Pass this one by. Off the hook is a way better choice. read more

Val rocked! She took our order today. She was very friendly and patient answering our questions. We ordered the perch and the burger special. They don't have a kids menu but were able to accommodate the kids. Thank you read more

Great burgers in this quant little restaurant. If eating here, the deep fried pickles are a MUST. Tasty burgers and tasty food at an affordable price. If you're in the Algonac area, stop by The Raft and try their burgers. You won't be disappointed. read more