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Plank's Tavern, Saint Joseph, MI

Plank's Tavern

4.5
4.5
1010 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Plank's Tavern on the Water is on one of the oldest harbors in the Great lakes.
Its approachable modern menu, home-style seating, and waterfront location takes inspiration from the place it's in, the people who live here, and the past it comes from. We offer indoor and outdoor seating, outdoor seating is available on a first come, first served basis and cannot be reserved through Open Table, although every effort will be made to accommodate your seating preferences.

Join us in a place where everyone is welcomed!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 12 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Mediterranean, Contemporary Mexican

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Daily 7:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (269) 408-9108

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Chef Elton Mann

  • Catering

    Please contact us directly.

  • Private party contact

    Anthony Orlando: (269) 408-9103

  • Neighborhood

    Saint Joseph

  • Cross street

    M-63

  • Parking details

    Free hotel parking lot at The Inn at Harbor Shores.

  • Entertainment

    Live music - call to verify dates & times

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,010 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Great for brunch

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Great for scenic views

Sort by

  1. AshleyR

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the bar tender. Super helpful with our three little kids.
  2. BBug

    Indiana

    57 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    57 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    The food was spot on and every bite was great. The only complaint was service was extremely slow, which was frustrating as it wasn’t busy when we arrived. As it got busier, service was even slower.
  3. AndreaB

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Yesterday we came to celebrate my mother's 60th birthday. We were taken to the table promptly. However our service was not good at all. Our server only took drink orders for half the table. We had to ask him to do the rest of the table. It took 2hrs to recieve our order which came to the table cold. We sent items back to be prepared hot. We watched him check on and serve three other tables before telling us our food would be out shortly. This happend twice in a 15 minute timeframe. A Manager finally came to the table to speak with us about our service. However, from start to finish we were very disappointed with our service and hospitality.
  4. SteveF

    Orange County

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall2food3service1ambience4
    Nice outdoor table near end by live band. However, service was terrible. It took an hour to get our dinner and we have young kids so that made things worst. Server didn’t check on us. I had to go to bar to order a drink since we never saw him. Never had to do that ever. My wife had to leave with kids before I got the check because it took too long and they were restless. He went through the motions at the end being oblivious and saying how was everything without caring. I said not great and I just want the check. No response. Won’t be back. Everything else on our first night was great at the hotel including staff up front who were so nice and accommodating.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We arrived early and had the dinning area to ourselves. We had a very attentive and personable waiter, Phil. He was covering tables inside, patio and the pool bar area. He kept up with every one. Excellent NY strip and Cauliflower Tempura. Always a great experience.
  6. MikeB

    Detroit

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food! The tuna was great. The scallops served over a bed of grits were amazing! We loved our server Phil! He was friendly and very attentive. We liked the place so much that we went the next day for breakfast. It was fantastic also. I highly recommend Plank’s Tavern!
  7. JulieM

    Grand Rapids

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Plank's always has good food and service. I like that the menu changes seasonally so that I get to try different things, but having some standard stuff you can count on also.
  8. DavidM

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were surprised that the restaurant was inside a hotel and wondered about it because many of those types of restaurants are just OK. The Plank's Tavern was an excellent restaurant that far exceeded our expectations. The menu was varied as was the night's specials. The wine list was outstanding with wines from the US and Europe. The staff was very attentive and helpful with the menu. Someplace we will definitely return to.
  9. MikeL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere, even more important great food from appetizers to dessert
  10. ChristopherM

    Grand Rapids

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great first experience! Definitely planning a return.
  11. LisaB

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    food was decent, nice ambiance with seating on the water.
  12. SarahZ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and friendly staff! Highly recommend!
  13. SarahJohnS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pork chops were absolutely fantastic! Everyone was Soo kind. Emily the bartender was great also!
  14. StevenB

    Grand Rapids

    21 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    The meal and service here was mediocre. Fish special was not even fresh. Overpriced for the quality.
  15. NikiJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time there and although the cost was a bit steep everything was tip notch from the apps to the drinks to the meal itself! Wait staff and manager were super nice as well! Will def be back when we come to town!
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovey is the best! Food was excellent as always.
  17. FranL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food. We loved the shareable pretzel and dips.
  18. Wino

    Grand Rapids

    122 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    122 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brunch was 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️; our group got the mimosa tower and it was amazing! Service can be a bit slow, but they were very busy and we never rush good food!
  19. Hugh

    Chicago

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a treat, and they always “deliver!” Another great visit.
  20. Diner5

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Saturday night bartenders were terrible. Poor service.
  21. KatK

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great sitting outside. Table next to us noisy but view of river worth it!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was top notch and the food was fantastic! The pork chops and LI Strip were cooked perfectly. The Big A** Pretzel is worth making a trip just for a snack. Really nice wine list also. Next trip north we will definitely be stopping in.
  23. MichelleB

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My family and I enjoyed dinner at Planks for my dad’s birthday as a group of 12. Our group can sometimes be “prickly” and our server was wonderful at honoring our requests and making sure we were all comfortable including adjusting the A/C and temperature in the dining room, managing similar drink and food orders with small tweaks for each person, AND splitting our checks which was unexpected but appreciated! Each person in our group has different dietary preferences and requirements, and the menu at Planks was able to cater to all of us. All of our main dishes were brought out at the same time and HOT so we were able to eat together without waiting - a true testament to the skill of the kitchen and chef! Plus everything was delicious! We were very happy with our dinner and Planks was a great place to celebrate my dad!
  24. KimK

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    I booked the reservation for my fathers 86th birthday. I told the restaurant 3 times! An ordered a dessert for him. They forgot, we finally just left I was embarrassed. I tried to make his day nice.
  25. JulieM

    Grand Rapids

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food and the service at Plank's is always exceptional. We enjoy it every time we go.
  26. DavidT

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were there for a “special event” that Planks was hosting. The “guest chef” came in to make Pizza. The Pizza was AMAZING. Service was great, drinks are a bit pricy. Was a bit loud, but that was for the event. They had a freaking DJ! Overall a great experience.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The place was packed, which was a good thing because it was to support Autism Awareness with a special guest pizza maker. We’ll gladly wait any day to support a good cause. There was a DJ playing music that really didn’t fit the weekday.
  28. KurtW

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience1
    Noise level was out of control, music too loud and could not carry on a conversation due to the overall sound level.
  29. GertK

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent, but the DJ hired had the music TOO LOUD. Even when politely asked to turn it down he did not. It made it very difficult to have a normal conversation. This was not the place or event to have nightclub type music with the bass turned all the way. Loved that Planks sponsored such a wonderful event. I hope you continue to sponsor other worthy causes.
  30. KingCavalier

    Detroit

    118 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    118 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Dined at the bar and bartender service was great. Food was fine but we actually prefer the lunch menu vs dinner. But always enjoy Plank’s especially in the summer outside.
  31. JoshuaH

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great! And the waiter was very friendly.
  32. lancep

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The sea food was great and the drink menu is really good.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were seated in the corner by the fireplace. This was a cozy and warm and made us feel like we had the place to ourselves. Dalton treated us well. Glad to see him working with a good crew. Bus staff (Matt) was very attentive.
  34. EyeDrMom

    Northern MI

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The bacon wrapped pork tenderloin with sweet corn risotto was the best meal I have had in a long time at a restaurant. The presentation, flavor and balance of the dish was absolutely perfect! Our server, Patrick, was extremely friendly, helpful and professional! The ambiance of the restaurant is lovely with a great vibe & comfortable atmosphere. Highly recommend!
  35. Rock

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    My medium rare steak was overcooked. I chose to keep it so whole table didn't have to wait for my nee meal. The waitress very nice ask if I wanted another.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The food was delicious and the service was very good! Perfect setting for a date night.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Unspecified

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great, server was top notch and the vibe is on par with the experience. Will definitely be going back.
  38. Kristine

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had brunch with out of town family! Everyone enjoyed the location and the food was delicious. Our server was excellent, very friendly and helpful.
  39. FamilygalChicago

    Chicago

    35 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Spa mother-daughter getaway concluding with a very nice dinner at Plank’s. Plank’s is DEFINITELY the place to be in St Joes in January, it was hopping! Noise level high. A fellow local spa guest mentioned it was the best restaurant in town. Apparently it was the first day of a new menu so service was a bit slower than usual, but the food was tasty. We enjoyed oysters, caesar salad, sliders w skinny fries, Gouda Mac n cheese, asparagus and a caramel brownie sundae. Our faves were the sliders, fries and Gouda Mac. Delish! Asparagus was a bit too greasy and slightly overcooked. However, overall we were very satisfied, full (!) and would certainly return if back in the area.
  40. MaryL

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome food was great and so was service. Highly recommend

FAQs

Plank's Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (269) 408-9108.

Plank's Tavern is rated 4.5 stars by 1010 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Plank's Tavern

800 Whitwam Drive, Saint Joseph, MI 49085

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    M-63

  • Neighborhood

    Saint Joseph

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Daily 7:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Mediterranean, Contemporary Mexican

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Free hotel parking lot at The Inn at Harbor Shores.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Chef Elton Mann

  • Entertainment

    Live music - call to verify dates & times

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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