Our two month motorhome trip brought us to Marquette, MI for three days. After an internet search…read more(thanks Yelp), we decided to eat at The Vierling. There were no seats at the highly touted back room, with a view, so we decided to sit at the bar...excellent decision. BTW, the view at the back area is not worth getting stressed about. However, it is a great area. Our bartender was Marissa; she was great. When in Rome...we both decided to get the whitefish. Mine was just the regular seasoning and my wife got the scampi version. Both were very good. We both had one of the Vierling's brews (cant remember which one) and we both enjoyed it. Vierling also has a blueberry brew and blueberries are actually dropped into it before served. We may go back today just to try it. It was a great experience and struck up a conservation with a young local. He wrote down several recommendations for us, including Black Rock Brewery and Portside, which deserve a review. I highly recommend The Vierling and discovered they take reservations. We enjoyed sitting at the bar. Thanks Marissa!

We came on a weekday at lunch so it was easy to find parking (street/metered parking and paid lots)…read moreand we were seated right away in the back room area, which I'd recommend for the view of the lake, though the bar area was cool too. Service was fine, the ambience was pretty cool - felt historic. We were visiting from out of town, and wanted to try the Lake Superior whitefish that this area is known for. We got the whitefish bites, onion rings, cajun whitefish sandwich, and blueberry wheat beer. The blueberry ale was refreshing but honestly I couldn't really taste the blueberry. The food seemed to be prepared well overall, and the batter was light and crispy, but the whitefish itself (both the fried and the cajun) tasted really fishy, so much so that we l couldn't really eat the cajun whitefish and had to drench the whitefish bites in malt vinegar and tartar sauce.

A must have when visiting Marquette. MI…read more Upscale steakhouse with fantastic steaks and more. The bar is fun for before dinner and the two young ladies bartending were great and mixed fantastic drinks for us. We started with clothesline candied bacon as an appetizer , a beet salad and the chophouse salad that features a vinaigrette and apples. The beet salad was not really good. For dinner we chose the ribeye, cooked and served on a Himalaya salt brick with their homemade onion rings. We were hoping for crème brulee for dessert but it wasn't available. The dinner service was okay, but it seemed they were understaffed the evening we were there so there were some delays in our service.

Beautiful dining. Great wine selection. The spicy white fish appetizer is amazing!! Service was…read moreexcellent. We celebrated our anniversary last night. Totally recommend this place for a special occasion!

If you're craving bold Southern flavors, Lagniappe is a must-try Cajun restaurant in Marquette! The…read moreportions are generous, the food is packed with flavor, and the po' boys and Creole dishes were absolutely fantastic. Come hungry--you'll definitely leave full and satisfied. The only thing we missed was having draft beer on tap, but the food more than made up for it. We'd absolutely recommend Lagniappe and will be back!

Everything they do here, they do well! From service to a fun dining experience…read more They say good things come to those who wait, well eating at Lagniappe is worth the wait to be seated! This is a popular place, plan to wait up to an hour for your table even with a reservation. The bar is open though and happy to help you start your evening while you wait! Once seated, make everyone at your table get something different and everyone share. Not a dish will disappoint but you will be disappointed if you only try one thing! The place is busy but service was steady and attentive, highly recommend!

While eating at the bar at The Vierling (another review), we struck up a conservation with a local…read moreguy. Young man who was a brick mason. He made several recommendations, including Portside. It was excellent. Food and service were excellent. We are a product of the South and dont have much whitefish and walleye available. I had the walleye sticks appetizer with an order of fries and my wife had the whitefish cakes. Both were delicious. Fries were obviously hand-cut and large; also very hot. Our server was great! The best part of the meal was the BREAD STICKS! It appeared that the sticks are baked in a round pattern, like a pizza, and then cut into sticks. They were so hot, I couldn't hold them until they cooled a little bit. The accompanying spread was excellent; also marinara sauce. One could make a meal from the bread sticks. The vibe was pleasantly rustic. We decided on a booth instead of seats at the bar. Again, our server was great. The guy who brought out the bread sticks was equally good. I suppose the bread sticks are brought to the table directly from the oven. Highly recommend this place!

You cannot beat a classic, especially when it's patio season and the Summer Shandies are on tap…read more Smokin'Hubster and I popped in for lunch and had a fabulous time. We rarely sit outside but this patio beckoned and we were helpless to resist. There's even outdoor seating available if you arrive before the restaurant is open! Silas brought us menus and took drink orders right away. We enjoyed the season's first shandies while exploring the menu. His attention was perfect and we shared some laughs each time he returned to our table. Neither one of us wanted to share (I guess) so we each ordered our own appetizers. I can never get enough smoked whitefish spread... until it's ALL MINE! I enjoyed every bite and would do it again. Patrick ordered the walleye strips and he did offer me a bite (generous devil that he is). They were perfectly crisp without being heavy or greasy. If I had known that... nah, I'd still get the whitefish. We'll be back to visit The Portside and try more menu items. Who knows, maybe we'll split something next time?

I call this the "in between restaurant ". Not fast food and not sit down and order…read more Food is fresh, fast, and made to order. Have been here a few times when in Mqt. and has never disappointed and quality has always been there. Never had a problem with service and always clean and polite!!! Burritos are great , tacos are great and my wife says the salads or burrito bowls are good. On a plus note.........I can get a beer!!! Taco Bell can't do that!!! Menu seems to have something for everyone and lots of options. This is not gourmet,but is prepared fresh and no out of the can or box items, other than maybe chips. This is the Taco Bell for people Adults !!! I mean that in a good way!!! Slammer!!!

Definitely not authentic but definitely delicious! Their menu is creative, offers a good variety of…read moreoptions, and they have a wide selection of sauces. I tried two different tacos (Korean BBQ and Red Chile Brisket-both were delicious), and got a large order of chips and queso, and a large side of border sauce (their best salsa, hands down!!). Tons of food, the tacos were packed with toppings, all made to order and piping hot. The restaurant is a big open space, you can see into the kitchen and watch the workers make your food. Many seating options available between upstairs and downstairs. Great spot to check out while in town!

I learned of this place because I was searching for pinball in Marquette - otherwise I would never…read morehave known it existed. It's tucked away inside the Masonic Square Mall on the main street, which I hadn't noticed before. Apparently you get an hour of free arcade play with the purchase of a bowl of ramen, but the arcade games were not our thing, and the pinball (one machine) did not appear to be included. Oh well, at least I found really good food here. My husband and I shared the vegetarian Miso Shitake Ramen (with gluten free rice noodles subbed for the ramen noodles, and egg on the side) and vegetarian Shitake Gyoza, and both were delicious! I was intrigued by the Nihon Chaat summer special, but I feared it might be too much food, and it probably would have been. The interior is small and filled with arcade games, so the seating is right outside in the mall area (still indoors). There is table service, though, and the server was super nice and helpful. I hope this place makes it despite their slightly hard to find location, because the food is really good! Highly recommend!

From the owner: Four Swords Retropub isn’t your average night out - it’s Marquette’s hidden gateway to nostalgia…read moreand flavor. Tucked into the Masonic Square Mall, this arcade + ramen restaurant honors the golden era of gaming while serving up soul-warming dishes in a playful, welcoming atmosphere. Our kitchen focuses on Japanese comfort food, featuring signature Tonkotsu ramen made with rich pork-chicken broth, house made chashu pork belly, marinated egg, and traditional toppings. You’ll also find Osaka-style takoyaki, crispy chicken tempura, vegetarian street snacks, and rotating seasonal specials—plus imported snacks, drinks, and collectible plushies. On the arcade side, we offer a curated lineup of retro and rhythm games including Dance Dance Revolution, Beatmania IIDX, Mario Kart GP2, Guitar Hero, Pac-Man, Asteroids, and more—kept in top condition and ready to play. With fair pricing, a $50 monthly pass (that includes food discounts and guest passes), and the option to bring your own controller, it’s the perfect place to dive back into your favorites or try something new. We’re proudly alcohol-free, family-friendly (8 and up), and community event-driven. Join us for gaming tournaments, karaoke, trivia, and cosplay nights, or just drop in for dinner and DDR. Whether you’re a lifelong gamer, ramen lover, or just looking for something fun and different, Four Swords Retropub is a place to relax, play, and connect. Come for the ramen. Stay for the games. Leave with a high score.

1) the food and service were amazing 2) dog friendly patio…read more3) a whole VEGAN menu in addition to a full regular menu for the meat eaters out there. 4) kid friendly: gave the kids matchbox cars. they really went above and beyond. 5) adorable ambiance, clean and comfortable

This is the only place I've been to or seen in the UP with a full vegan menu. You wouldn't expect…read morethat looking at the outside of this restaurant. I really, really hope they continue to serve plant-based food! Both times I've been here, the food has been good and came quickly.

My mom and I are in the area on a day trip from about 6 and a half hours away, and we were craving…read moresomething familiar. The place was busy when we arrived, but we were able to be seated in less than 10 mins. As for our meal, my mom had the enchilada suizas and I had the Carne Asada street tacos. Let me tell you, I was surprised at how authentic our meal was. The artwork in this place is also great, and the staff were very friendly! 10/10 for sure, I give it my Mexican stamp of approval!

Couple of hiccups with the order, but they quickly corrected the meal. Extremely large menu with…read moreMexican and American offerings. Thought it was weird that the drink menu did not have prices. When asking the server, he said about $10-14, but couldn't explain which ones and which size! Margaritas are huge, ordered the medium and it was a lot! But... very good! Food was all great too.

This was such an awesome dining experience! The parking lot is small, convenient and BUSY! Since…read morethis place is so popular, there is a lot of traffic with pickup and delivery orders. We dined in and watched it all happen. There was also a music event on Third Street, so lots of people watching to enjoy. We started the meal by ordering beers (Asahi and a yummy Taiwanese Lychee fruit beer) pot stickers. We settled in with drinks and appetizers as the restaurant filled with other hungry diners. I was grateful that we got here early! Smokin'Hubster ordered the Fisherman Noodles, I had Basil Eggplant with Tofu. We were both happy with our meals, including the colorful hand-cut garnishes. The dishes were flavorful and you can set your spice level (I'll raise the heat next time). We're big fans and we'll be back!

Great find in Marquette! We followed the Yelp reviews and were not disappointed. The owner met us…read moreat the door and escorted us to a booth. We made it in just before the rush ensued! They do reservations. In the future I'll do that to assure we get a table. They have indoor and outdoor dining. We chose steamed dumplings & chicken pad see ew. Both were delicious. My husband doesn't do spice so our kind server brought out a side of chili flakes & garlic paste. Perfect touch. Delightful to be able to season my portion of the dish to have more umph. Their heat scale is 1-5. Be ready to tell them your desired spice level when ordering.

Came back tonight to my favorite Red Lobster…read more This was my first ever endless shrimp experience and I was not disappointed. 1. Was greeted at the door by a staff member and sat immediately. 2. The cheddar biscuits were incredible 3. Our server was attentive and very nice 4. I got the Walt's fried shrimp the shrimp scampi and the marry me shrimp. 5. Shrimp came out hot!! All fantastic!! Great location great

So overpriced, I have had shrimp bigger than their lobster. Nothing special. Cost my husband and…read moreI $100 for dinner.