Diners' Choice: Most Booked restaurants in Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Douglas Lake Bar & Steakhouse

4.8

4.8 (623)

$31 to $50

Steak

Petoskey / Boyne City

About the restaurant

The Douglas Lake Bar & Steakhouse, known to locals as the “DLB”, has a rich history of providing great food and service in a rustic log building overlooking beautiful Douglas Lake. The two giant fieldstone fireplaces offer the perfect dining ambiance during the spring and fall seasons. Summer guests enjoy drinks on the outdoor patio and dining on the lakeside deck or the screened-in porch.

Top review

Barry

Dined 2 days ago

Our Waitress, Sue was phenomenal. She made the occasion great. Food was terrific as usual. DLB does not disappoint

Chandler's a Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (2181)

$31 to $50

Global, International

Petoskey

About the restaurant

Chandler’s opened it’s doors in December of 1999 behind the historical Symons General Store building. It’s a cozy place with only 50 seats in the main dining room & 10 seats at the bar. When real estate is too tough to find - it’s standing room only! For a change of scenery, guests can enjoy dining in the wine cellar where they are surrounded by the 4,000 bottle collection that serves both the restaurant and Symons General Store. In the warmer months, guests can choose to dine outside, on Chandler’s brick courtyard.

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Coughlin

Dined 4 days ago

we visited on a Wednesday night and had a nice table in the wine cellar. We both had veal scallopini with terrific mushroom sauce. Portion of veal was a bit skimpy, but the flavours were fantastic. Obviously a varied wine list. We would definitely recommend a visit.

Carriage House at Hotel Iroquois

4.8

4.8 (1428)

$31 to $50

American

Mackinac Island

About the restaurant

Under the direction of Chef Greg Murphy, the Carriage House Dining Room is known island-wide for its fine classic American cuisine. Local seafood selections such as Carriage House whitefish from Lake Superior and prime steaks from a Detroit family butcher are paired with fresh salads, soups and desserts topped with signature Iroquois Hot Fudge.

Directly overlooking the Straits of Mackinac, guests enjoy flawless service in our glass-enclosed dining room or on one of our breezy outdoor waterfront verandas. The restaurant features an extensive wine list, full bar and nightly entertainment at the piano bar.

Top review

Geraldvip

Dined 6 days ago

It's been a long time since we were last able to die at the Iroquois - still my favorite restaurant on Mackinac Island. Great food, great atmosphere, great view.

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Popular dish

Homemade Lemon Meringue Pie

4.9

4.9 (1309)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Walloon Lake

About the restaurant

Walloon Lake Inn is a unique upscale restaurant, which was totally renovated in 2014. It is a popular destination for people seeking a distinctive dining experience with a reputation of fantastic food, lovely atmosphere and superb service.

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Davevip

Dined 4 days ago

We enjoyed a beautiful outdoor dining experience and the food was outstanding especially the burrata tomato salad!

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Mount Pleasant

4.6

4.6 (662)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Mt. Pleasant

About the restaurant

Ruth's Chris Steak House serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

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Lesvip

Dined 2 days ago

Morgan did a great job and food was delicious . Great place for a great dinner.

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Experience

Moet & Chandon TasteMaker Dinner

Experience

Woodford Reserve TasteMaker Dinner

NOMAD.

4.6

4.6 (384)

$31 to $50

American

Petoskey

About the restaurant

About NOMAD.
Located on the waterfront in Bay Harbor, NOMAD. offers a vibrant atmosphere that pairs well with its sharable plates, evolving wine list, and house cocktails.

Our menu was artfully crafted through the senses of a NOMAD, with flavors and influences from across the world.

Recently opened in Spring 2022, our mission is to continuously evolve while always maintaining exceptional quality and creativity.

Please note if booking outside dining, restaurant can't hold inside tables if inclement weather occurs. Thank you for your understanding.

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KAYLAvip

Dined 2 days ago

Our server was very attentive and helpful when explanations were needed for some dishes. It was a beautiful experience looking at the water. Thanks

Artisan - Traverse City

4.6

4.6 (1116)

$31 to $50

American

Traverse City

About the restaurant

Artisan Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern offers a unique and innovative dining experience with magnificent views of Lake Michigan. Our Great Lakes-inspired, New American cuisine has an emphasis on farm-fresh fare from local and regional farms, celebrating the theme of craftsmanship and sustainability.
With booking a table in Artisan please advise your table will be reserved for 2 hours starting at the time of your reservation.
PLEASE NOTE THAT OUTSIDE TABLES ARE RESERVED UPON REQUEST BUT CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.
If you have requested a table outdoors, please be advised that in the case of inclement weather, we will do our best to accommodate your party inside at the same reservation time, however we cannot guarantee a table inside at the same exact time and may need to adjust the reservation time accordingly.

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Luanne

Dined 3 days ago

Fabulous food. Great atmosphere, a definite must for a special event.

Boathouse Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (1943)

$50 and over

European

Traverse City

About the restaurant

The cuisine of the Boathouse, created with distinctive flair is refined and contemporary, with an underlying element that echoes the classical French tradition of Escoffier.

The Boathouse experience begins with a drive along the shores of beautiful West Grand Traverse Bay and its sparkling blue waters.

When you dine with us, you get the best of both worlds: We are both locavores and connoisseurs of what the rest of the world has to offer, so you get the freshest, finest ingredients from near and far. Owner Doug Kosch adheres to the "farm to table" concept.

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Patricia

Dined 5 days ago

We love coming here when we visit Traverse City. The food was excellent and we always get our favorite table by the corner window. Darius is a wonderful server!

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4.7

4.7 (888)

$31 to $50

Café

Midland

About the restaurant

Please Note: Any OpenTable Reservations made for Café Zinc are for our indoor dining only, and are not for our Outdoor Dining Pods. To make reservations for our H Hotel Dining Pods please visit https://www.opentable.com/r/h-hotel-dining-pods-midland

The world of chemistry works on an elemental level. Now experience what happens to your world when the elements work for you. A modern, 40 seat casual dining restaurant - Café Zinc is designed and themed to represent a French bistro setting. Our French pastry Chef prepares a daily assortment of house made pastries and breads for use in the restaurant as well as retail sale.

Top review

Deb

Dined 2 days ago

We love Zinc restaurant in Midland Mi. We stop often on our way through the Midland area. Have enjoyed breakfast, lunch and dinner! Everything is always very good and highly recommend it.

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Popular dish

Avocado Toast

Pier Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (186)

$31 to $50

American

Harbor Springs

About the restaurant

Welcome to the Pier Restaurant, an iconic waterfront dining destination with views of Harbor Spring's yacht basin and Little Traverse Bay. This historic Northern Michigan restaurant provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you choose to dine outdoors at the water’s edge or enjoy your meal indoors surrounded by classically designed nautical décor. Our diverse menu features fresh Great Lakes fish, hand cut beef and incorporates locally sourced ingredients. Our extensive wine list and creative cocktail menu will surely enhance your dining experience. Join us for a memorable culinary journey, quite literally on the water.

Top review

Steve

Dined on Sep 6, 2024

There are many great restaurants in Harbor Springs - we've enjoyed nearly all of them. But the Pier is special. Ambience, view, food, wine selection, and friendly SERVICE. It all comes together at The Pier to exemplify the best of Northern Michigan.

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