Chandler's is a Northern Michigan fine dining hidden gem! The dishes here are well developed, have…read moreexcellent flavor & are executed perfectly! The service is incredibly helpful, professional & friendly! The atmosphere is incredible, & dining in the wine cellar is a must!! There are no wrong choices here, everything is seriously phenomenal! The steak tartare is a great starter to share with the table, the amount of crab in the crab cakes is fantastic, and serving the caesar in a parmesan tuile makes it that much more fun to eat! The boar shank I had made for the perfect winter meal, it is fall off the bone tender & the sweet potato gnocchi pairs so well with it! The salmon florentine is another beautiful dish & you have to enjoy the amazing wine selection they offer!

Chandler's Restaurant in Petoskey, MI offers a refined atmosphere, attentive service, and…read morebeautifully prepared food. During lunch, the asparagus bisque and steak tartare were both exceptional.

We had such a great experience at Maple and Batter, and a big part of that was our server, Mary…read more I've actually been here before and always find myself coming back because of her--she's that good. Mary is incredibly friendly, attentive, and makes you feel genuinely welcome from the moment you sit down. She's also very knowledgeable about the menu, gave great recommendations, and made ordering easy. She checks in at all the right times without being overbearing, keeps everything running smoothly, and brings such a positive energy to the whole experience. It's rare to find service this consistently great, but Mary truly stands out. If you're dining here, I highly recommend asking for her--you won't be disappointed!

stopped in this morning for brunch since we're in the area visiting. There was about a 10 to 15…read moreminute wait and then we were sat at a little table near the Christmas trees. Our waitress is very kind went over the specials and offered to get us some drinks which we all got coffee. My girlfriend ordered the Benedict and that it was really good. I split the breakfast tacos in the Monte Cristo with my other friend. The portion sizes were really large. Everything is really good and had nice flavor. Highly recommend for breakfast!!

Not very often we get to Petoskey, but when we do this is our go to spot! Great sandwiches and…read moresoups that are filling. They had a feature sandwich which blue cheese and bacon that I split with my husband we equally enjoyed every bite. I had their special Cherry Coffee Latte...yummo! They are busy as they make from scratch. The avocado toast was good and light but the Denver Breakfast wrap was perfect and hearty! My sis bought me the coffee container mug which is perfect for keeping coffee nice and hot for a couple of hours! Nice long space. The bathroom space is tight though.

It was OK. I ordered their spicy avocado breakfast sandwich, which was underwhelming, especially…read morefor the price. Although my husband did get their breakfast steak quesadilla and that was delicious very flavorful. We both got coffees. I tried one of their specialty lattes, which just tasted more like a glorified chocolate milk, and my husband got a cold brew that was very watery. Service was OK. They were extremely busy and the ambiance was also just OK for my liking. It's a cool spot and I'm sure it would be even better if it wasn't so slammed. Their lunch options looked really good. I would definitely go back and try again.

Delicious food (I had a whitefish eggs Benedict)! Service was great. Highly recommended.read more

Excellent breakfast place right on 31. Nice ambience with outdoor dining. Our server was very…read morefriendly and efficient. The food fresh and delicious. Loved the sour dough toast. Only problem for me was the sausage. Flavor profile was a bit off as the meat contained herbs that were a bit overpowering. Will definitely return.

INSANE! So so good. We got the yiayia's breakfast, steakhouse Benedict, and pancake..... cant…read moredescribe how good it was. We are from out of town. First time visitors. David made us feel so welcome and gave great recommendations! Portions are perfect i had a little left over but it was amazing! The atmosphere is amazing!! 11/10 cant say more great things about this place. Also.... We have no pictures because we ate everything so fast it looked amazing!!!

High quality food and great service. Sat at the bar and enjoyed lunch with my friend.read more

I love the old school inns and especially their dining rooms! Stopped by for lunch and went into a…read moredining room complete with white tablecloths and a silver pitcher of coffee and creamer placed on our table when we ordered coffee. We'd never heard of chilled cherry soup. Unique and delicious. We were offered a taste, since it is not everyone's favorite, but we really liked it. The view was beautiful, looking across beautiful gardens and green lawn onto Lake Michigan. We stayed elsewhere, but were very happy we made the stop for lunch. Come for the atmosphere and stay for the food.

A stop at Stafford's Bay View Inn in Petoskey, Michigan in a "must" when in the area. Set on the…read moreshores of Lake Michigan, the Victorian era property is gorgeous. A long row on Adirondack chairs facing the Bay offers a beautiful view of the water--and inside is well-taken care of and filled with antiques. We learned the same family, the Stafford's, have run the hotel since the early 1960s, and it is obvious they have meticulously and lovingly cared for the hotel. Since we were only passing through Petoskey on a coastal road trip from the Upper Peninsula, we only stopped for lunch. Lunch ended up being Sunday Brunch. Normally, we are not buffet diners, but the Bay View Inn's brunch buffet was delicious and service friendly and attentive. We definitely would go back--but next time, also stay a few nights.

This was such a great find while in Petoskey! We came here for some lunch on a Saturday. It was a…read morelittle crowded but line moved very quickly. The staff was so friendly. All of the tables were full in the dining room but by the time our food was done, we were able to grab a table. My lunch was delicious. I had the Some Like fish (Melt) - Albacore tuna salad with smoked cheddar and roasted tomato grilled on dark rye. I added one of their soups of the day - Tomato Gorgonzola. It was my favorite part! I love delis and this one did not disappoint. If I lived closer, I would eat there very frequently! My kid loved his peanut butter and jelly sandwich. And my husband loved his sandwich called Gotta Try This with roasted turkey breast with avocado, alfalfa sprouts & sun-dried tomato mayonnaise on pepper parmesan bread! Overall, this place was amazing!

Everything tomato from pictures on the walls to salt and pepper shakers on the tables in this…read morequaint little soup/salad/sandwich shop. Diners place their orders at the counter where the friendly staff hands out drink cups, dishes up cups or bowls of soup or fruit, cookies or brownies and slices of quiche. They deliver the remainder of the food to your table. I ordered a grilled sandwich on cherry pecan bread and filled with white cheddar and bacon. It came with a small bag of plain potato chips and a quarter slice of pickle. Along with a fountain soda, the total rang up to $16+. While tasty, the sandwich seemed small and nothing spectacular. I hoped they might have slipped in a juicy slice of tomato (Julienne Tomato after all). My friend ordered quiche, a cup of fresh fruit and a double-chocolate brownie along with her drink. She said it was "good."

We came here on a recommendation. Glad we did! Amazing views of the bay! We opted for first floor…read moreseating inside with a view. There is rooftop, bar, and patio seating too. We got there at 4pm just when happy hour started. Score!! $5 cocktails (select drinks) and 40% off small plates. Pretty amazing happy hour! We orders non-happy hour drinks - the hibiscus spritz was the perfect summer drink! We order a few small plates - the Mezzi, short ribs, and crab cakes. Delicious!! Service was great! I saw a few pups when we left. The patio is dog friendly! Always good to know!

After a long day of exploring northern Michigan, we were happy to be able to snag a reservation at…read morePalette Bistro to feed our hungry bellies. Located close to downtown Petoskey, Palette Bistro offers views of the lake from their back porch, indoor seating, and a nice front patio. We were seated out front and greeted promptly by our friendly server. We started the meal with the crab cakes, and I decided on a farmer's pasta with salmon as my entree. In between we had fresh bread with a sweet balsamic and olive oil for dipping. Our server was fantastic. Appropriately attentive, and going the extra mile to help grab things for kiddo (like a coloring sheet and mug full of crayons), to make sure that everyone enjoyed the meal. The ambiance is relaxed and definitely a vacation vibe, and we enjoyed winding down our day that way. If you're in the area and need a place to grab dinner, Palette Bistro deserves a spot on your list!

I was hungry when I went to The Bistro, but I had no idea what I wanted. I changed my mind numerous…read moretimes, and the server was incredibly patient with me. I ended up with vegetable omelette and a side of sausage patties. Not the most exciting choice (that would have been the day's special coconut French toast or pancakes -- I forgot which it was), but it was delicious. The sausage patties were very thick and a little spicy, but not too much so. I also got the cinnamon swirl toast -- I think that toast alone was worth the trip from the metro Detroit area to Petoskey! It was thick and sweet and just perfect, and the piece I took home reheated very nicely. Definitely worth checking out this place!

A waiter at Chandler's tipped me off to the stuffed French toast at The Bistro, and I'm so glad I…read moretook the advice! Today's flavor was lemon blueberry--sweet, tangy, and absolutely delicious. The sausage and hash browns hit the spot too. This place has that cozy, no-frills charm where you can tell the locals are regulars. One of my favorite parts? A lot of the waitstaff were retired folks, hustling hard and bringing great energy to the place.

If you're visiting Harbour Springs Michigan, this is a must visit for breakfast! My husband and I…read moreboth got breakfast sandwiches. He got a cinnamon roll breakfast sandwich with scrambled eggs. Cheddar cheese, and bacon topped with a homemade cinnamon roll, It was absolutely delicious. I also got a breakfast sandwich on a brioche bun with scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, and a Sriracha mayo, and both sandwiches came with a side of homefries that were so crispy and seasoned to perfection! Unfortunately, service was not super friendly, but ambience and the food 10/10

Such a lovely little space. If you appreciate good food and also your grandparents library, this…read moreis your place! We came in for a quick breakfast and it was hard to decide but were satisfied with our choices. Coffee was a touch burnt but it was a later morning so I should have already had too much coffee. That was my bad.