Cute small grocery shop! Also a small coffee shop inside. I had a white chocolate marshmallow latte, it was delicious! They have cute shaded outdoor seating. We bought the pasta salad - It was delicious! read more

extremely rude . terrible service. Weird setup, the kitchen is behind a curtain. Slow getting simple food out . Prepared food is over priced

What a find! Their coffee is wonderful and I have a very picky coffee snob in my group. we also had pastries that were so flavorful, try the old fashioned cake doughnut. Their breakfast sandwiches were also very good. Get there early on the weekend to avoid a crowd. We will be back! read more

Whistle Stop Grocery - Coffee on the porch. - Sandwiches Near Me - Union Pier, Michigan

The iced Carmel lattes here are by far one of my favorites. We also ordered a build your own breakfast sandwich which was absolutely delicious. They also offer tons of options for making lunch at home, bottled drinks, bakery items, and fresh flowers. Staff is very friendly and willing to explain menu items. The outdoor seating is very convenient and aesthetically pleasing! Highly recommend when in the area! read more

Whistle Stop Grocery - Fresh flowers - Sandwiches Near Me - Union Pier, Michigan

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Prices here are over the top. You expect a little bit of a premium given that you're in a resort town, but this place is a bit absurd. Not to mention, you can wait as much as 20 minutes just to get a damn latte. I think this is for all those yuppies living on the near north side who are craving their Starbucks and can't bear to just make themselves a normal pot of coffee at their Airbnb. Skip this place and spend more time on the beach instead. read more

Waited 45 min for one bagel and took a bite into a piece of plastic. Very dissatisfied

Found this small fresh to go grocery store by chance. Really nice and helpful staff. Cute shop with great build your own breakfast sandwiches!! read more

Great little roadside stop for breakfast or lunch. My wife and I both went with the Salmon Bagel, with different cream cheese varieties. The staff is quick, friendly and knowledgeable, and the coffee is amazing (we went drip, but hey....if you do the basics well...). Would highly recommend for a quick but delicious bite. read more

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If you're in the Union Pier area and are looking for a fresh, customizable sandwich, this is the place. They are also a mini grocery store with drinks, chips, desserts, pastries, coffee, etc. The staff is very friendly and they have a few indoor tables and a handful patio style picnic benches if you feel like eating in. read more

Their biscuits are the best. They only had one plain one left. So I got a strawberry biscuit also. I wasnt to crazy about getting the strawberry biscuit. But when I tried it I quickly changed my mind. I'm back in Chicago now wishing I had one right now. The plain biscuit itself is buttery and has a solid texture. Perfect crunch on the outside and great inside. All buttery but just the right amount. Then take this biscuit and add fresh strawberry pieces. The tart sweet of the strawberry makes this one damn good biscuit. It's unique. Then I had the glazed old fashioned donut. It tasted like a great buttery pound cake. I guess you could say its pricey but not really for the quality and the unique tastes and flavor. Coffee is very good also. We were tasting the three items in the car. I had to go get another strawberry biscuit. Great friendly enthusiastic employees. read more

Good sandwiches and service. I definitely recommend calling ahead and ordering. Gets really busy in the summer also has very good coffee and pastries. read more

The pie itself is pretty good but the thick layer of sugar on top is obnoxious. Always end up with a pile of coarse sugar on my plate.

What a rip off! Pay $4.25 for an ok coffee ... and want a refill ? Pay another $4.25 Go down the street to Barn Dog where ... yes, you pay .25 less for your coffee and ... the refills are free Whistle Stop has since opening has been overpriced; along with a bad attitude I hate being squeezed! Gross read more

Whistle Stop Grocery - Sandwiches Near Me - Union Pier, Michigan

We love Whistle Stop! Great spot for sandwiches, coffee, and niche grocery items. Many syrups and flavors for coffee. Plenty of outdoor seating with shade. We especially love the sandwiches! Quick service for a small spot. read more

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Very disappointed in sandwich order, meat not fresh, hard bread, The staff was over whelmed , hard to get my order correct, I'll b shopping elsewhere for thanksgiving dinner. The shop it self is quiet nosie ,lovely smells,just wish it was tasty. Aldi's has meal for 10 people for &40 dollars. have had it already good stuff. I will b doing it again this week. read more

If you are looking for a quaint place along the west side of Michigan to stop for lunch or coffee before hitting the beach or, if you're like me, finishing out a long road trip, this spot is perfect! The quaint shop, while small inside, offers a wide variety of cafe services. From artisan sandwiches and baked goods to delicious coffee from Ferris Coffee, I always make a point to make this a part of my drive back to the Chicagoland area after a Michigan adventure. The staff is also very pleasant and helpful if you need recommendations. read more

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We enjoyed our breakfast at Whistle Stop Grocery! Their grocery assortment is unique and great brands of better quality foods. We got breakfast sandwiches and they were so good! I got a side of garlic aioli and it was fresh and amazing. My marshmallow latte was perfect. We went during Labor Day weekend and the wait was 30 minutes. It was worthwhile for us, the patio is lovely and we could bring our pup. What a beautiful little place! Reminded me of a place we went to in Sag Harbor called Harbor Market and Kitchen. read more

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Sadly, disappointed in the new ipad ordering system which led to long waits and frustrated customers. This neighborhood gem is a perfect place to stop for a breakfast sandwich, lunch, deli items, snacks, household specialty items, wine and a great Kombucha on tap. Hoping they figure out the new system soon, one of our favorite spots in Harbor County! read more

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The ordering process is confusing and they're super sloooooow to fulfill orders. We ordered online ahead of time and while the ordering system indicate our food would be ready in 35 mins, it took just under one hour. While waiting customers were confused, clustered, and staff didn't do much of anything to help. I assisted more customers than the staff did, as customers walking in asked "do I need to order sandwiches online?" or "where do I order coffee." Happy to help, but I wasn't being paid haha Food quality was excellent, however not worth the chaos, IMO read more

Whistle Stop Grocery - Caprese sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Union Pier, Michigan

Want the best sandwich in southwest Michigan? Whistle Stop is where it's at!! Easy ordering at the iPad kiosk. Built my own sandwich, it was heavy on the garlic aioli, but the balsamic onions were mind blowing. Love they had gluten free bread, would have preferred a lettuce wrap, but a satisfying, stacked sandwich, that kept me full until dinner. The matcha lemonade tasted like it was missing some sweetness, so maybe order with strawberry? Much better than Milda's, though I am sad Whistle Stop is phasing our the superior Great Lakes Potato chips for Kettle brand. Wish they had a bit more to choose from for sides. Looking forward to stopping here again for an amazing sandwich! read more

Very convenient and pretty good selection for a small store near rental homes in Union Pier, MI. We were hoping to pick up some local wines here, but staff explained they don't sell them because there are so many wineries nearby. Pretty pricey for liquor here but some unique finds, like rich and decadent dark chocolate covered orange slices, homemade hummus and rosemary ciabatta bread. Good selection of cheeses, cured meats and unique items (like honey comb) for a delicious charcuterie board. The baked goods here looks really fresh and tasty too. read more

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i got matcha in my chai tea latte which i am not a fan of. if i was allergic i would have complained but since they are busy i will stay quiet. stay safe with the food contamination here, i have a fear allergies are not taken seriously here. the chai tea was good. read more

Whistle Stop Grocery - Sandwiches Near Me - Union Pier, Michigan

Coffee is delightful as well are the vibes. Service was very friendly. Sitting on the patio is such a treat, especially with coffee and a breakfast snack! read more

This place is the best pit stop or lunch spot! Their new veggie was absolutely delicious. They are friendly even when busy. We've been here several times and usually sit outside, but this year we visited in December and took it to go. Ordering online is super easy and allows substitutions, which is also amazing. There is no restroom, which is the only drawback. 5 stars!!! read more

I've been a customer for several years. Generally very good fresh foods. However, I had a very odd experience here today. I bought some of their "fresh" chicken salad which I've purchased a number of times and been very satisfied with. Not this time! The chicken salad was well within the expiration date but smelled bad and tasted worse. The manager told me that sales are final on their "fresh" products and just because i "didn't like It" didn't mean it was bad. She refused a refund. So this is clearly a business that won't stand behind their products. Beware you're shopping at your own risk here! read more

I have been here a few times and the service is always friendly and efficient. The coffee drinks here have always been delicious. Today i tried the vegetarian sandwich on GLUTEN FREE BREAD which was stellar. It's a real quick quick trip from I-94 so get off the highway and get in here if you're just passing through. So much love for this special little place. read more

The best sandwich I've ever had! I got the chicken club & it was delicious & so fresh. The cherry kombucha was also so good. Really cute in there too! read more

First stop on our little lake adventure and the perfect lake town feel with delicious treats! The smoky lumberjack latte was delisg eith just enough smoke and not too sweet. Outside are darling picnkc tables with shade/covers to enjoy your treats and in the age of Covid, distance. Felt very safe and well cared for during our quick stop. Was also able to pickup a few snacks for later! read more

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I made a large order, 7 sandwiches at 1pm on a Thursday. It took over an hour for them to be ready. They were also out of avocado, but instead of refunding the $3 (for 2 sandwiches) they said they'd throw in free chips. When I returned home, the bag was missing a sandwich ($11.50) and no extra bags of chips ... I wasn't amused. Sandwiches were fine, nothing mind blowing. I called, and left a message about getting a refund for the missing sandwich. No response. I emailed. No response. I sent a Facebook message. No response. Not a fan ... read more

Easy online ordering & pickup. Friendly service. Delicious breakfast sandwiches & coffee. Highly recommend. read more

I called your phone number almost everyday last week - and 3 times yesterday and left a voicemail because I had questions about how many people each of your thanksgiving dishes served. No one called back, despite the outgoing message saying you will return the call. Today I drove 30 min round trip to talk to get my questions answered in person and was told I missed the cut off.  Nowhere on your site did it say what the cut off for ordering was or how many people each dish served. I assumed since I called many times and left a voicemail BEFORE the cutoff (which again was not made clear on the website) that someone would have gotten back to answer my questions. When I drove to finally get these questions answered (which is ridiculous that I had to do this in and of itself) I was rudely dismissed and told no exceptions.  As someone who lives in the area full-time with even more family in Lakeside who are regulars, I expected better.  I am extremely disappointed in what just happened will no longer be patronizing Whistle Stop. read more

TLDR - overpriced for low quality food. $15 for a lb of chicken salad, $10 for a bagel sandwich on a sub-par bagel, soggy kale salad.

Stopped in for breakfast three days in a row while vacationing in the area off-season (January). It's a great little store with a nice selection of fresh sandwiches, dips, bakery items, coffees, snacks, and gourmet-style packaged food items. Reminded us a bit of a "micro" Whole Foods store. Modern, well lit and clean. You order and purchase the freshly made sandwiches at a tablet/kiosk and purchase everything else at the front counter. It's two different transactions which was a little odd at first, but the staff were very friendly and explained the process to us as soon as we walked in the door. The sandwich ordering process was easy and straightforward. We recommend ordering your sandwich first thing and while you're waiting (took 5-10 minutes for us), browse the shelves and order your coffee. We ordered breakfast sandwiches every day, varying them slightly each time. We recommend getting an aioli on the side. To do so, just chat to the cook through the small window as ordering them on the side didn't seem to be an option on the kiosk. The sandwiches were absolutely fantastic. The breads were perfectly toasted, the egg portions were generous and the roasted red pepper topping were delightful. We tried the herb aioli and the honey butter aioli and they were just wonderfully seasoned and a great compliment to the breakfast sandwich. The cold brew coffee was deliciously smooth and the staff accommodated my own custom drink order (iced cold brew w/vanilla syrup and a splash of cream). We did take pictures of our sandwiches, but the pictures didn't seem to do justice to how delicious they were so I didn't include them in this review. Trust us, the breakfast sandwiches are tasty! They also have a decent selection of newspapers for purchase and we picked up a Chicago Tribune as well. read more

My family and I always look forward to Whistle stop every time we come up here! They have excellent pastries, delicious coffee, hot chocolate and sandwiches. Recently people have been commenting that this place is too expensive and doesn't have good service. I highly disagree with these statements. While the prices are elevated you are paying for quality food. A visit to southwest Michigan is not complete without going to Whistle Stop! read more

The food and drink are great and the place has a cool vibe but the wait for the food is pretty unreasonable. I came here a few times throughout the week during both busy periods and slow and each time I waited over 20 minutes for my single breakfast sandwich to be prepared. read more

The north shore of coffee shops....in Michigan! But it's still really strong and cute coffee. What more can you ask for!

This is a most excellent stop whether you're seeking lunch or creating your own lunch via the grocery selection. I ordered a caprese sandwich online, and as I waited I picked up chips, beer, and fruit from a local MI farm. All of it was top notch. read more

Overpriced. Slow service. Left after 20 minutes of waiting for a bfast sandwich. Knew this plane back before it was what it is.

We used to stop here every year on our vacations. For the past 2 years, we've stopped, they have been closed just post Labor Day. Ok, not a problem, I get that they need a vacation, however, their website, which says it was updated just a week ago, doesn't say anything about their taking time off. It still says open 7 days a week. This is the only reason I'm not giving them 5 stars. It's disappointing to keep stopping only to find the business to be closed. It's not that difficult to update the hours. read more

We wanted a quick breakfast before going on a wine bus tour. We didn't want anything heavy, but saw that this place would fit the bill perfectly. We arrived fairly early and it was busy. There are a few counters but it was confusing to know where to go. We ordered sandwiches at one spot and were given an order slip. We didn't realize you need to then get in line and pay and also order coffee at same place you pay. There's another register by the coffee which apparently wasn't being used ( of course we went to the wrong one first) and no one is there to direct you...not are there signs. The sandwich offerings are good. However, they didn't put tomato or garlic aioli I ordered on mine. When I had to go back in I overheard the cook saying he did put it on ...NOT UNLESS ITS INVISIBLE. The other gentleman ended up getting some for me. But that was awkward and I didn't want to go back outside to get it to prove it. Coffee is ok. Overall it's okay, but $30 steep for what we got. read more

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