Bowdies Chophouse - Saugatuck, Saugatuck, MI

Bowdies Chophouse - Saugatuck

Name: Bowdies Chophouse - Saugatuck
Address: 230 Culver St, Saugatuck, MI, United States, 49453
Telephone: (269) 455-5481
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2385 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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Welcome to Bowdies Chophouse - Saugatuck, serving 100% U S D A Prime, 28 day dry aged meat! We look forward to serving you soon! We can accommodate parties of 6 or less. Parties of more than 6 will be sat separately, and not all seats are handicap accessible.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Steak, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(269) 455-5481
Website
http://bowdieschophouse.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
John Kelly
Private party contact
Tyler Bowdish: (269) 455-5481

Location
230 Culver St, Saugatuck, MI 49453
Neighborhood
Saugatuck
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,385 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Best Overall
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Best Food
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Best Service
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Great for fine wines
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
Most Booked
Grand Rapids
Best Overall
Grand Rapids
Best Food
Grand Rapids
Best Service
Grand Rapids
Neighborhood gem
Grand Rapids
Great for fine wines
Grand Rapids
Lively
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Most Booked

2,385 Reviews

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grtinindy
Indiana
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
wonderful server Michael. Shared a ribeye, Brussel sprouts, and potato. Plenty of food. Excellent for a special night.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
The cowboy ribeye was one of the best steaks I’ve eaten. The two friends that were with me were raving about the meal even the next day.
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BrandonG
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall2food3service5ambience1
More expensive than Chicago with half the quality, amazing service it the only 5 star review from my experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I were here in Saugatuck for a minimoon. Bowdie’s made our Monday night special. The place was intimate and relaxing. Ann was extremely personable who made us laugh and comfortable during our dinner. Elijah was also extremely warm to us as he presented us with a bottle of wine we received as a gift from our parents. All the food was excellent with the wedge salad being truly unbelievable. We would visit again immediately when we come back to Saugatuck.
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DianeS
Cleveland
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything is bigger at this place. Steaks are huge, perfectly cooked. The salads and appetizers are very large portions and can easily be split between two people. While the place is pricey, it is an incredible dining experience! Our server Elijah was very knowledgeable regarding the drinks and wine menu.
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OpenTable Diner
Grand Rapids
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great experience. We look forward to our next visit
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Ciao
Naples
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, service and ambience....hard to get a reservation though!!
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JasonB
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great reliable service! Don't miss the potatoes and mushrooms to go with the steak.
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Meal was so so good. Ann waited on us. She was so knowledgeable and fun. Thanks for a great experience!
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DianeB
Indiana
39 reviews
vip
4.0
39 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
Our server, Lane, was excellent. The food was delicious, though a little more rich than we are used to. Cocktails were great. Crab cake appetizer was good, but very different. We probably would choose something else next time. We had noted on the reservation and to our server that it was our anniversary. Would have been nice to have that acknowledged in someway. The table and outdoor dining were absolutely lovely! We will come again.
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Soarhi
Chicago
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was fabulous. Food outstanding. Well worth the experience.
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NaeB
Northern MI
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Everything was amazing. Must try au gratin potatoes and brussel sprouts. Thanks for the anniversary dessert!
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PamelaD
Northern MI
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely wonderful evening to celebrate the summer of 2023. And anticipate Autumn 🍂! Cheers 🥂 Bowdies os the perfect place to celebrate everyone and every occasion! Blessings and Happy Labor Day! All!
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RonaldS
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food is always excellent including the sides which are enough for three to share. The service is friendly and efficient. The upstairs dining is intimate and quiet. An excellent place for a special meal!
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BethD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food! Excellent service. Highly recommend!
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MichaelD
Grand Rapids
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing experience! Thank you to the entire staff. Incredible scallop appetizer- perfectly prepared and delicious. The steaks are always the very best and the chicken preparation was the perfect match for a summer evening. Thank you Josh, Lane, Heather- you’re the best! - and the entire back and front of house. Bowdies exemplifies everything we love about Saugatuck.
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DickW
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
If you love meat this is the place. There is no way you could eat an entire steak. We will always share which makes it a good value and it tastes soooo good.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I was there to celebrate a milestone birthday and our server was wonderful and the food was wonderful! Thanks!
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SeanR
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall3food4service5ambience3
Steak was great!! Over priced wine (ask how much when they offer you choices). Caesar salad (Romaine lettuce) was wilted at tips. Doubt I would go again.
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MelissaM
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfection. The shrimp cocktail ! The wine. The filet. The corn. Loved!
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CityGirl
Chicago
73 reviews
vip
5.0
73 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a truly wonderful experience. We dined at the bar and received great service from Lawrence. His cocktails were excellent. The filet mignon with blue cheese crumbles was one of the best steaks I’ve ever had. My companion loved her ribeye. We can’t wait to return!
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DonaldK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstand service and the food was spectacular. Enjoyed our Anniversary dinner. Just Charming.
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DavidL
Las Vegas
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always excellent. Our group had 4 perfect steaks (2 bone-in, 2 filets) and a lot of laughs with the staff. Service is unbeatable - you'll leave happy!
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SteelEagle
Alabama
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Food was outstanding. Ambiance is nothing special. We were close to the back room so lots of traffic in and out but the other inside seats were by the restroom or kitchen so I really didn’t see any great options.
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Saugadoug
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
An old friend was visiting me from out of town and she really wanted to try Bowdie's. I had asked for a quieter seating so we could catch up when I made the reservation and I was pleasantly surprised when the host acknowledged my request and took us up stairs (not too easy for two old ladies!) but the location was perfect and it wasn't until much later when the remaining table began to fill that it got a little louder. But regardless, the food was wonderful and we had a lovely evening catching up.
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Ashley
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Wonderful dinner! Limited reservation times we made our reservation 3 weeks ago. But awesome service, great food and drinks.
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Dawn
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Total team effort with entire staff. Cute place, outdoor seating is much better than bar area! Food was all perfection. Highly recommend.
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JonathanU
Grand Rapids
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall2food2service5ambience5
First and foremost- our server was WONDERFUL and he made sure our bad food experience was taken care of. Last time we visited this location(over 4th of July) there were 4 of us and not one piece of food left on any of our plates...Lobster, Filet Mignon, Scalloped Potatoes, Creamed Spinach were all ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. We are back in town this weekend to celebrate my partners B-Day & attend an event tomorrow evening and of course, we made reservations at Bowdies...❤️ Drinks and shrimp cocktail to start= perfection, main meal...well, not sure where things went south: Filet Mignon was ordered medium rare "plus" and arrived at the table medium rare "minus" & the lobster....a complete fail- chewy & "rubbery" texture...just bad. First bite, I questioned it...second bite-I knew the answer. As I previously noted, our server was WONDERFUL and made sure we were taken care of. But at that point, the thought of waiting for another lobster tail or having the Filet taken back just took the excitement of a Birthday celebration away. Trust me, we are well aware not everyone's perfect, but when both of our meals are a disappointment is sort of a letdown. All said- we will definitely be back and hope to have a much better experience next time we are in town. 😊
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AndyP
Cincinnati
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
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KarenS
Detroit
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ann was excellent. Food was awesome. A special night for me and my daughter-in-law! Thank you.
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Kristin
Cleveland
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great steaks and sides. Order half sizes of the sides if there are three (or fewer) of you - the regular sizes of the sides are huge! Also, the peanut butter brownie is great.
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none
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was incredible, food was excellent, the hostess was distant not real friendly everyone else was very nice and friendly.
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OpenTable Diner
Detroit
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a must when coming to Saugatuck! Simply the best! Great service, craft cocktails & the delicious food! Love it!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience4
Took three hours for our meal. Courses were forgotten completely. Medium rare steak was raw even after being sent back.
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BabsC
Louisville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated our daughters 18th birthday with a delicious steak dinner in this warm, classy venue. Our server made her a virgin craft cocktail as a gift and the entire staff was fantastic.
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SamanthaD
Detroit
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything from wait time, to staff was excellent, food is always amazing
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MiBoater
Grand Rapids
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
We sat outside under the twinkle lights and it was perfect weather. Jordan was our server and he was phenomenal! The filet was perfectly cooked and the sides and salads were very tasty. It was just a perfect evening. Highly recommend. Be sure to get reservations!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
One of the best spots in Saugatauk! We love sitting at the bar or outside, food is always 10/10
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Zach
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had an excellent time as we always do Lawrence is the man thank you again!
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hlb123
Naples
5 reviews
vip
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2023
overall2food1service3ambience3
Pleasant but extremely slow service. Food was poorly prepared (first too raw but then burned) and a terrible value for the extremely high prices.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Bowdies Chophouse - Saugatuck is rated 4.8 stars by 2385 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Google Map for Bowdies Chophouse - Saugatuck

230 Culver St, Saugatuck, MI 49453

Additional information

Neighborhood
Saugatuck
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Steak, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
John Kelly
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://bowdieschophouse.com/
Phone number
(269) 455-5481
Private party contact
Tyler Bowdish: (269) 455-5481

Bowdies Chophouse - Saugatuck

Make a reservation

Additional information

Filet Mignon

Au Gratin Potatoes

Bone-In Filet

To Start

Shrimp Cocktail

Escargot

Seared Scallops

Bone Marrow

Soups & Salads

Shrimp Bisque

House Wedge

Grilled Caesar

Prime

Kansas City

Bone-In Filet

The Tomahawk

Porterhouse

Filet Mignon

Cowboy Ribeye

Add-Ons

Bowdie's Sauce

House-Aged Worcestershire

Blue Cheese Crumbles

Lobster Tail

Horseradish

The Mains

Faroe Island Salmon

Roast Half Chicken

For Sharing

Brussels & Belly

Au Gratin Potatoes

Creamed Spinach

Lobster Mac

Seasonal Vegetables

Mushrooms

Truffle Fries

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

How is Bowdies Chophouse - Saugatuck restaurant rated?

Is Bowdies Chophouse - Saugatuck currently accepting reservations?

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Additional information