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Private Dining - Bennethum's Northern Inn, Gaylord, MI

Bennethum's Northern Inn

4.9
4.9
1625 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
We are best known for quality and variety. From our Chophouse Favorites and Signature Classics to our Monthly Theme and upscale Pub Fare, we truly have something for everyone. Our menu changes monthly to incorporate seasonal and specialty items. We source locally, however never compromise quality for locality and make virtually everything in-house.

Warm hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. Because we are family-owned and operated, we personalize your visits and attend to special needs. Our staff is our greatest asset and we work hard with them to create extraordinary dining experiences.

Our wine list is a compilation of our favorites from around the world. Our new wine cellar and Retail Program showcase these items and make them readily available for takeout at extremely moderate pricing. Our draught program includes ever-rotating microbrews and our cocktails are handcrafted with the finest ingredients.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 22 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Steakhouse, Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (989) 732-9288

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Joshua Bennethum

  • Neighborhood

    Gaylord

  • Cross street

    Michigan Ave

  • Parking details

    Large private parking lot.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,625 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Best Overall

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Best Food

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Best Service

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Best Ambiance

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Best Value

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Good for groups

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Hot spot

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Neighborhood gem

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Great for fine wines

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Lively

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Most Booked

  • Northern Michigan

    Best Overall

  • Northern Michigan

    Best Food

  • Northern Michigan

    Best Service

  • Northern Michigan

    Best Ambiance

  • Northern Michigan

    Best Value

  • Northern Michigan

    Good for groups

  • Northern Michigan

    Hot spot

  • Northern Michigan

    Neighborhood gem

  • Northern Michigan

    Great for fine wines

  • Northern Michigan

    Lively

  • Northern Michigan

    Most Booked

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  1. DonL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Our server Daniel was great. The food waz delicious.
  2. KimberlyZ

    Detroit

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant in northern Michigan! Excellent food and service every time!
  3. DaveS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great (as always) and our server knocked herself out to make our celebration dinner fun and memorable.
  4. AmyE

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite restaurant! My husband had the veal with sautéed morels and I had the Parmesan encrusted walleye. Both were outstanding and oh so delicious! Our desserts were delightful. I had Carmel ice cream pie and he had the key lime pie in a jar. Yummy! Thank you for a wonderful dining experience!

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on May 24, 2023Thank you so much, AmyE. Your feedback made our day and we are so happy you enjoy Bennethum's! Please be sure to give us a follow on Facebook or Instagram and we will see you next time!

  5. DarrenO

    Northern MI

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Have enjoyed Bennethums several times, always excellent food, drinks and service.

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on May 24, 2023Darren O - So happy you enjoy your visits to Bennethum's, and we appreciate your fantastic feedback! We do hope to see you again soon - please give us a follow on Facebook or Instagram as we have some great events that you may want to attend. Thank you so much!

  6. SueG

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Bennethums! The food and service are always fantastic! It’s great being greeted at the door. The table we reserved was ready when we arrived! We will be back!
  7. FrequentDiner

    Detroit

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A favorite place and no disappointments! Great food and service. We’ll be back next time we’re in town.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Guaranteed to be a great meal every time we visit!
  9. JanF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I were celebrating our 45th wedding anniversary. Lauren our waitress was wonderful. Since we just moved up here in March and this was our first time here for dinner she provided us with excellent choices. The food was delicious, and thank you for the complimentary desert. We will definitely be back. Jan

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on May 17, 2023Happy Anniversary! Thank you so much for choosing Bennethum's for your celebration! So happy you had a lovely experience and we lok forward to seeing you again!

  10. JeffB

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Extremely quick and attentive service even on a Sat. Excellent fresh whitefish, appetizers, etc. as always.

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on May 17, 2023Thank you so much, Jeff B. We appreciate your wonderful feedback and look forward to you coming by again!

  11. Ok116

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    The Asian wings seemed different than 6 months ago when we visited before. Not nearly as delicious as we remembered. The mushroom flat bread was bland. The whitefish dip didn’t have much flavor and there was an inadequate amount of baguettes. My burger was excellent. Maybe the best flavor I’ve ever had. Our cocktails were wonderful. Others loved the tacos. We came early so it wouldn’t be as loud. The music was nice. Our server was attentive and friendly.
  12. Sunny

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Prices are high Food was okay Dining area comfortable and quiet Hostess was friendly and accommodating
  13. hatchet

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful seafood, terrific service, abundant portions, delicious wine. What’s not to like? Nothing!
  14. Natalie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They were awesome and the good was great!!!! Would definitely go back.
  15. Brother

    Amsterdam

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nightly "Specials Menu" provides several new choices everytime we visit - always amazing food and beverage choices. You won't go home hungry.

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on May 17, 2023Thank you so much - we appreciate you and are so happy you enjoy Bennethum's! We look forward to your next visit!!

  16. TylerM

    Northern MI

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience5
    Two of the four meals were alright. But honestly didnt want to complain or create problems but that was some of the worse walleye iv eaten before.
  17. MargoN

    Naples

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great birthday celebration dinner with our daughter, her partner and our 16 month old son on Saturday night. The waitstaff was super attentive and our dinner was delicious. We had an awesome experience. Thank you!

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on May 9, 2023Happy Birthday to your daughter, MargoN! We love being the celebration spot. So happy you enjoyed it and memories were made. We will see you again next time.

  18. NikkiS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A wonderful dining experience. Delicious food, awesome drinks, great service. Our favorite place to dine in the North. Missed some of our favorite happy hour appetizers because of the change in menu. Overall fantastic.
  19. KristenG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bennethums is my favorite restaurant in town. I have never had a bad meal. The environment is always friendly and everyone is a joy to be around! Great service. Great food. What more could I ask for?

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on May 9, 2023KristenG - what wonderful feedback! It is so incredibly appreciated and we thank you for being such a fantastic guest! We look forward to your next visit!

  20. dennish

    Detroit

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great special, shrimp, mussels, scallops, risotto. Wine was great and matched our amazing server.

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on May 9, 2023DennisH: So happy you enjoyed it and we look forward to having you by again soon - please give us a follow on Facebook or Instagram - we have some wonderful events you may want to take part in!

  21. SandyM

    Northern MI

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very personable and sweet to arrive with a note saying Happy Birthday. Thank you!
  22. AnnV

    Northern MI

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Atmosphere is warm, cozy, and inviting. Food is delicious. Service is great. No real complaints. Great place to eat.
  23. PatG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful Happy Hour! Loved our server Hailey (thank you for recommending the salted caramel cheesecake). No complaints from our table! The Havarti shrimp is always a crowd pleaser along with the boneless Asian wings. The whitefish dip ( new on the happy hour menu) was a nice surprise.

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on May 9, 2023PatG - so happy you enjoyed your Bennethum's Happy Hour! We look forward to your next visit - please give us a follow on Facebook or Instagram; we have some wonderful events you may enjoy!

  24. Sabrina

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As per baseline, did not disappoint! Well worth the money because the food is delightful!

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on May 1, 2023We appreciate your wonderful feedback, Sabrina! Thank you so much! We look forward to having you by again!

  25. MichelleC

    Detroit

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, great service, great food and drinks. MOREL MUSHROOMS!
  26. DanN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    It’s always good. Make a reservation. Best restaurant in town.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The food was delicious! Each was item was unique and well planned! Loved it!
  28. Squirrel

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We have been here before on special occasions, food is excellent, staff is very friendly, pleasant, and attentive. Not had a bad meal or experience. The tap water is well water, be warned if you are not prepared to drink iron and minerals. Like everywhere else, Prices have inflated on average $15-20 more per meal since last visit. PRO TIP: Happy Hour to avoid the hit on the wallet !
  29. Laurie

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Dinner and service was very good. Other than my husband got the elk chops, for the money they were not as good as we thought they should be, the chops had a lot of gristel and were tough. The flavor of the chops was excellent though. Also the cherry cobbler wasn't very good, there wasn't any crust and the cherries just didn't have a good flavor. I had the schnitzel which was wonderful, and a very large serving.
  30. BillC

    Northern MI

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant to celebrate a special occasion. Food is always excellent and so are the drinks. Friendly. helpful staff

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on April 24, 2023BillC - we love beingyour go-to celebration destination! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We look forward to seeing you again!

  31. CherylT

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food and service as always. Our favorite place to dine and relax.
  32. Tracey

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was fantastic and the service was amazing!

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on April 19, 2023Tracey: We appreciate you and thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback. So happy you enjoyed your experience!

  33. krism

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, great food, exceptional wine list, one of the top spots in Northern Michigan!

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on April 19, 2023KrisM: We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback! We are so happy you enjoy it and we will see you again soon.

  34. CharlesB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice place for dinner and the food is awesome.

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on April 19, 2023CharlesB: Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback. It is so greatly appreciated and we look forward to having you back soon!

  35. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and awesome service. Will definitely be back soon. Thank you for making wife’s birthday special.

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on April 19, 2023Happy Birthday to your lovely bride! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience and for choosing Benenthum's for your celebration. So glad you had a wonderful evening and we will see you again soon!

  36. PattyG

    Northern MI

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    THE BEST FILET. Super delicious and super restaurant!!! Schnitzel 10/10 - dessert cinnamon bread pudding !!! We’ll be back asap!!! The perfect place for any day special day dining!! TY CHEF JOSH AND REBECCA ❤️💋🐰

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on April 19, 2023We can't wait to have you by again, PattyG! Please keep us informed on your favorites and we love being a part of your special days!!

  37. AndreaM

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best meal around. Wonderful Dayte night dinner location.

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on April 19, 2023We love being the date night destination, AndreaM. Thank you so much for taking the time to share and we will see you soon! Please give us a follow on Facebook or Instagram, we have some wonderful events you may want to enjoy!

  38. Tucket76

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent dining experience as always! We love coming to Bennethum’s. Always great food, cocktails, wine and top notch service.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Northern MI

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The food & drinks, service and atmosphere were lovely

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on April 19, 2023Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful review. We appreciate you and will see you again soon!

  40. OpenTable Diner

    Northern MI

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hailey was our waitress, she was amazing! Great food, great beverages, couldn’t ask for anything better! Thank you

    Bennethum's Northern InnResponded on April 19, 2023We are so happy that you enjoyed your experience here at Bennethum's and that the service was on point! We look forward to having you by again!

FAQs

Bennethum's Northern Inn is rated 4.9 stars by 1625 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 22 times today
Google Map for Bennethum's Northern Inn

3917 Old US Highway 27 S, Gaylord, MI 49735

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Michigan Ave

  • Neighborhood

    Gaylord

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Steakhouse, Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Large private parking lot.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Joshua Bennethum

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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