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    The Straits

    3.9 (7 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 11:00 AM, 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
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    Delicious dinner in a beautiful location. Service was attentive - maybe a little slow. Expensive but a special treat.

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    French Outpost

    French Outpost

    2.5
    (2 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    The French Outpost is a decent dinner and drinks spot on the Island. In the summer of 2005, I spent…read morea couple of nights hanging out here after dinner, drinking it up and enjoying their raspberry-infused vodka. The real kind! Not that store-bought crap! A fun place with a big deck. The renovation a few years back really paid off--used to be a bit of a rustic lodge. They went upscale with the renovation and it really paid off.

    [NOTE] I apologize that this is so lengthy, but if I'm going to knock a place, I'm going to be as…read moredetailed as possible in order to be fair. My positive reviews are much shorter!! First off, "The French Outpost" was bought by the Grand Hotel and is now called "The Gatehouse." This was my family's experience from last summer. First: We waited, no joke, twenty minutes for our drinks. Next: Our drink orders were messed up by the waitress... who turned out to be incredibly slow and completely inept... FYI I am VERY patient w/ servers as I have several years of serving experience. Next: We waited, again no joke, an HOUR AND A HALF for our food. Next: Not a single person who ordered meat received the correct temperature. Everything was overcooked. Two people (out of six) very politely, sent their meat entrees back for correction... my uncle switched his filet for a burger, which also was served incredibly overdone. My sister sent her overdone filet back and when it returned, it was a bloody mess. Next: When we spoke with the manager, he informed us that there was a history of problems with our waitress and we were certainly not the first to complain. He also told us that the kitchen had been "off" all night on the meat temperatures. No attempt was made at appeasing us, which was disappointing. We weren't trying to get a free meal or a big discount... it was the gesture that mattered to us. One free dessert for the ten of us to share would've made everyone happy, but all we got was reassurance that everyone else in the restaurant was suffering too. What the heck? In theory, the patio would be a nice place to sit on a sunny day and have some drinks... but out of principle, I I will never, ever go back to the Gatehouse. Instead you'll find me on the patios of The Pink Pony, Mary's Bistro, and The Icehouse!

    Millie's on Main

    Millie's on Main

    4.2
    (263 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    After a full day of walking, biking, and convincing myself I definitely wasn't tired, Millie's on…read moreMain hit the spot. My daughter ordered the burger, and it was a winner. The patty was juicy, the bun was soft and fluffy, and somehow she still managed to have room for dessert. Kids are magical like that. My husband and I both ordered the pan-fried whitefish because, come on... you're on Mackinac Island. You have to. The fish was fresh, flaky, and perfectly cooked with a light, crispy crust that let the flavor of the whitefish shine. Exactly what we were hoping for. The restaurant has a fun, laid-back atmosphere that feels like the perfect place to recharge before heading back out to explore the island. The service was friendly, the food came out quickly, and everything tasted fresh. If you're visiting Mackinac, don't overthink it. Order the whitefish, steal a fry from whoever you're eating with (it's vacation, calories are on island time), and enjoy a great meal.

    We stopped by here on a weekend in the summer- we were able to get a table quickly and were just…read moreasked to wait outside for a couple minutes while they got our table ready. Our server was excellent- very thoughtful and attentive. We shared the soup of the day (chicken and wild rice) and fresh whitefish chowder. The chicken soup reminded me of a soup you have when you have a cold and make some fresh soup at home. The chowder did not have much of a fish flavor. Our entire table devoured the whipped goat cheese with pepper jam and the fried green beans, however, there were mixed reviews on the beef pastie. All in all we really enjoyed our meal here; it was the perfect casual stop for us on our trip.

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    Millie's on Main
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    Caesar salad
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    Seabiscuit Cafe

    Seabiscuit Cafe

    4.0
    (554 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    I knew I wanted to eat whitefish and chips while on Mackinac Island, and the menu at Seabiscuit…read moreCafe sounded pretty good. I was worried there would be a long wait, as it's a small spot, but Nate and I could grab a seat at the bar right away for a late lunch. The bartender was super friendly and we enjoyed chatting with her. I got a featured sangria with pear vodka which was delicious and refreshing. Their taps were out of order, but they have plenty of canned and bottled options. The fish and chips came with two large filets and plenty of fries. I even liked the coleslaw, which I normally don't really love. The batter was a bit thick for my taste but the fish was flaky and not dry. Nate got the waldorf salad, which was huge and had tons of toppings and a nice portion of grilled chicken. The space is quite small so I don't think this place would be great if you have a stroller or anyone in a wheelchair. I'm glad we checked it out and would come back - some of the other dishes I saw coming out of the kitchen looked great, like the fried mac and cheese and the Reuben!

    One of the only places on the island to get a good vegan meal that isn't a burger of some sort. Wet…read moreburrito ftw! Fun horse themed decor (who'd have guessed by the name). Server was on point, refilled my water three times during meal. I ate the whole thing and regret nothing! Cheaper to pay with cash than card, cards get a 3% fee added on. Also, they're part of the 906 club, earn extra money back easily by spending yours here.

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    The Triple Crown Sandwich at Seabiscuit.
    The Triple Crown Sandwich at Seabiscuit.
    Breakfast served daily at Seabiscuit.

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    Breakfast served daily at Seabiscuit.
    Ice House BBQ

    Ice House BBQ

    3.8
    (132 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    Delicious ribs. Fork tender and slow cooked, flavorful and fat was fully rendered for a 5/5…read moreexperience, highly recommend. Informal outdoor setting perfect for all ages with bean bags for the kids. Note place is crowded and hosts are inexperienced so you may have to wait for a table and you may be seated out of order. Our service was good though once seated. Frozen painkiller drink with floater was top-notch and we ended up coming back twice just for that. This is a BBQ place but everyone was ordering pizza, I recommend the BBQ.

    We decided to stop by this restaurant after someone suggested it to me. It is quite a walk. Once…read moreyou get to the sign, you have to walk all the way to the back and a Up a steep hill. They did not have high chairs but let the kids sit on the wagon. We ordered our food quickly. The server was super sweet as well. When the food came out, my husband's was covered in red onion which he had asked to not be on the pizza. It was a simple small mistake. The guy took it back and we can see where the pizza was being made. We saw them have a conversation and check ticket. The guy came back and apologized and said it will be a moment. I did feel bad because I ate my pizza and almost finished eating by the time his came out. The margherita wasnt too bad. It was just very saucy and the sauce wasnt sweet it was thick and heavy. I stil enjoyed it and ate a lot of it. I just prefer sweeter ones. My husband absolutely loved hus bbq chicken one. He said there is no red sauce on it and its bbq sauce instead. He was very happy. The fries are good but they charge you $10 for fries which seemed like a lot. Overall, the food was good. The place is super nice and out in the open. I liked the vibe.

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    Ice House BBQ is located behind the historic Island House Hotel on Mackinac Island.
    Ice House BBQ is located behind the historic Island House Hotel on Mackinac Island.
    Ice House BBQ is the perfect hidden gem for pizza, BBQ favorites, beer, cocktails, and yard games.
    Ice House BBQ is the perfect hidden gem for pizza, BBQ favorites, beer, cocktails, and yard games.
    Smash burger with fries.

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    Smash burger with fries.

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