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Bourbons 72, Williamsburg, MI

Bourbons 72

4.5
4.5
906 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steak
Hand-cut steaks and chops seared over an open flame. Premium coastal seafood freshly prepared with a contemporary flair.

Enticing. Tantalizing. World Class.

Experience Northern Michigan's Premier Steakhouse, Bourbons 72. Offering unforgettable meals and exceptional service!


****Please arrive early for your reservation****

Begin with a bourbon flight, followed by a mouth-watering meal in our spacious dining room that welcomes you to relax in a tufted leather booth or at an intimate table.


Featuring over 72 kinds of bourbon from Michigan, Kentucky and beyond, Bourbons 72 lives up to its name. After wetting your palate, settle in with a pour of your favorite or a handcrafted cocktail.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 8 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (231) 534-8700
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    James Broome
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact Scott Letts, Bourbons 72 Restaurant Manager, to make arrangements for groups of 8 and over. Business Phone 231-534-8700 email scott.letts@gtbindians.com
  • Neighborhood
    Traverse City
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 906 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Good for business meals

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Great for fine wines

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Romantic

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Good for special occasions

  • Northern Michigan

    Good for business meals

  • Northern Michigan

    Great for fine wines

  • Northern Michigan

    Romantic

  • Northern Michigan

    Good for special occasions

906 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    The food was great quality. I had the Filet and my husband had the strip steak both cooked to our liking perfect. Chloe our server was sweet and exceptional. For a casino steakhouse it was fantastic.

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  2. Tomp

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Steak cooked perfectly and our server Chloe did a wonderful job.

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  3. Iceman

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Went to Ruth’s Chris in Mt pleasant and was very disappointed. So to compare Bourbon 72 is much better in food and cost plus the filet was perfect melt in your mouth good. The value exceptional hopefully they won’t change anytime soon. Would love to see a wood fired pizza on the menu though

    Bourbons 72Responded 1 day ago

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a great review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Food was amazing, wine per glass was a little expensive at 18 a glass which to me is a little high. Our server was awesome but they seemed short staffed and getting our entree was a little slow. Overall a very good meal. Would recommend for a date night!

    Bourbons 72Responded 1 day ago

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a great review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  5. KeithT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Try everything!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  6. CraigB

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We enjoyed eating on the porch with the great view of the golf course. Our burgers were huge and delicious!

    Bourbons 72Responded 1 day ago

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us such an exceptional review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  7. DeannaP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bourbons 72 is very good. I had a petite filet with vegetables and a baked potato for an entree which was very good. Appetizer was crab cakes which were delicious and dessert was tiramisu. Service, quality and expectations was excellent.

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  8. ClosetedAtTheEarle

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Our server was not very good and the food was not up to par. The French onion soup had a severely undercooked puff pastry (raw dough about a 1/2 inch think) and the house salad was wilty. Aaron, the server, had a new employee shadowing him. The new employee was more accommodating and responsive.

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  9. Mike

    Northern MI

    58 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal and fantastic service from our server Claire. We love that Hali greets us and seats us promptly, Great food and service, what more can you ask for!

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  10. YishanaN

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Our server, I think her name was Chloe, was super sweet, efficient, & very friendly & professional. The filet mignon was cooked perfectly and so was the baked potato. The carrots in the veggies were too hard, but edible. The bread appetizer was awesome. The tiramisu was amazing! I would definitely dine here again and get the filet mignon! Great price for everything included too.

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  11. debbiem

    Western NC

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Claire is an outstanding server. Food was excellent.

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  12. Lorinda

    Detroit

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience2
    We enjoyed eating there for our first time Sunday evening. Aaron was a great waiter. I loved the baby back ribs and opted for a baked potato and side salad. My husband was disappointed with the fatty prime rib. There were about 8 tables of people and we were sitting next to a moderately loud party of 3.

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  13. MissMarilynN

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    My filet mignon was very good and twice baked potato. My sister in laws chicken Marsala was not very good. It looked deep fried with a bone sticking up. The mashed potatoes were very good. My friend had seafood which she enjoyed. Wish the glass of wine was bigger especially for $16 a glass.. And the bread was not as soft as we'd like it. Our server was wonderful. I can't recall his name but he's been there 16 years. But we'll come again!

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  14. AnonymousGuy

    Detroit

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Claire was our server and she did a fantastic job! However, the entire staff was attentive from the very start. We arrived 6 mins prior to our reservation and they we all so apologetic that we had to wait for 2-3 mins to get the table ready. No big deal! We were getting half-off glasses of wine from the bar while we waited. We weee seated at 7:01pm with our wine in-hand and things got better from there! Great service from great people and food was outstanding! We haven’t been there in a few years but will be delighted to go again.

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  15. ClaudiaJ

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful meal. My steak was perfection. Very pleasant experience all around. Server, Jessica, was outstanding. I can’t wait to go again and try some other menu items.

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  16. SaraC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent and the service was perfect. The atmosphere is high class but dress is casual to fancy.

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  17. NeilM

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an outstanding dinner at Bourbon 72. We ordered the petite prime rib and it was cooked and served to our liking. Aaron was our waiter for the evening and he did an exceptional job as usual. He has waited on us before and makes certain that you have everything needed to make your evening an enjoyable one. Thanks for the outstanding food and service.

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  18. MaryK

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    everything was great, except the dinner rolls where on the dry side,

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  19. JRDiner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    We had filets with potatoes and veggies. Steak was good and cooked as requested. From point of order to when food arrived, was about an hour, and place was not overcrowded. They gave us enough butter with our food that there would have still been some leftover if they had given us 2 loaves of bread (wasteful).

    Bourbons 72Responded on September 25, 2023

    We are so sorry to hear about your less than exceptional experience with us at Bourbons 72. Your satisfaction is our priority, please give us a call at: (231)534-8700 so we can further discuss your experience and try to make things right.

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  20. Mary

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service! Will definitely go back.

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  21. SkylerC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food, drinks, and overall atmosphere was great!

    Bourbons 72Responded on September 25, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us such an exceptional review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  22. Mike

    Northern MI

    58 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our entire dinner was fantastic and our server Chloe was great, salad and shrimp cocktail were great starters and the walleye was fantastic, desert was great also. A special thanks to the hostess Hali, she was so helpful when we called because we were running late due to unexpected traffic road closures in Traverse City.

    Bourbons 72Responded on September 25, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us such an exceptional review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  23. JanetD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was amazing especially the service the food was incredible as well. We will definitely be back!

    Bourbons 72Responded on September 25, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us such an exceptional review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  24. JoyK

    Grand Rapids

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great waiter, food was in great timely order. Never lacked for coffee or water

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 28, 2023

    Hi Joy, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We truly hope that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Bourbons 72 and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    We had very good service. Waitress was very on key with getting things we needed in timely manner. Food was fairly decent but would still recommend if you need a night out.

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 21, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We truly hope that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Bourbons 72 and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  26. Beverly

    Hamburg

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The petite filet was prepared exactly as requested. The turtle cheesecake was very yummy and sharable. Our waitress ,Clare, was very professional and helpful. The restaurant has a nice ambience away from casino noise. I would definitely go back.

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 28, 2023

    Hi Beverly, thank you for taking the time to leave us such an exceptional review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Bourbons 72 and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  27. MichaelS

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Service was excellent. Food was good, but I would not say it was high end. Overall though, would go again.

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 21, 2023

    Hi Michael, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We truly hope that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Bourbons 72 and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    Waitress charged 30$ for an old fashioned because my husband substituted the bourbon. Steaks were great. Service was poor. Waitress looked harassed and frazzled which should not happen in a restaurant of this caliber and expense

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 21, 2023

    We are so sorry to hear about your less than exceptional experience with us at Bourbons 72. Your satisfaction is our priority, please give us a call at: (231)534-8700 so we can further discuss your experience and try to make things right.

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  29. PegM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful dinner. Food was amazing. Wait staff was top notch. Thanks so much.

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 21, 2023

    Hi Peg, thank you for taking the time to leave us such an exceptional review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Bourbons 72 and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  30. SecondWind

    Algeria

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent! Food, service and atmosphere…. The best!!

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 21, 2023

    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such an exceptional review! We're very delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Bourbons 72 and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  31. Phil

    Northern MI

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Attentive waiter, great service , good food , good wine

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 21, 2023

    Hi Phil, thank you for taking the time to leave us such a phenomenal review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Bourbons 72 and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  32. FredM

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went on a Wednesday evening, seated at our reservation time, got a little concerned when hostess let us know that there were only two servers that evening. Concerns were quickly erased as they were only seating enough tables for the servers to handle. Our server Aaron took care of us in great fashion. We ordered the prime rib and ribeye steaks, which were both cooked to perfection. Prior to the steaks, the smoked honey butter that was served with the rolls was delicious, with my wife now wanting to figure out how to make. When we are up in the Traverse City area we will be back. Suggest you make reservation or you might not get in!

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 21, 2023

    Hi Fred, thank you for taking the time to leave us such an exceptional review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Bourbons 72! We will be sure to let Aaron know you made mention of him in your glowing review. We look forward to serving you when you return!

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  33. TonyC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    We had, we think, a new waitress, Chloe. She got our steak order wrong and it had to be remade. No, conversation before the meal, did not ask us if we wanted any added extras on Our steak, etc.

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 21, 2023

    Tony, we are so sorry to hear about your less than exceptional experience with us. Your satisfaction is our priority, please give us a call at (231)534-8700 so we can further discuss your experience and try to make things right.

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  34. TamraS

    Northern MI

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed every part of this experience. Food was excellent, the French Onion soup is the best. Both of us had beef, filet and ribeye, perfectly cooked. Our server was excellent, highly recommend Bourbon 72!

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 21, 2023

    Hi Tamra, thank you for taking the time to leave us such an exceptional review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Bourbons 72 and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  35. Mike

    Northern MI

    58 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal and service, the walleye is always a favorite and the shrimp cocktail and salad were also great. Our server Claire is awesome and she takes great care of us when we are there. Thank you!

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 21, 2023

    Hi Mike, thank you for taking the time to leave us such an exceptional review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Bourbons 72! We will be sure to recognize your server, Claire to let her know you appreciated her service as well! We look forward to your return!

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  36. Matt

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, excellent service. We will be back.

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 21, 2023

    Hi Matt, thank you for taking the time to leave us such an exceptional review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Bourbons 72 and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  37. Lovetoeatout

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    A very nice dining experience where the food and drinks are great. Our server was very good and took great care of us.

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 21, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a great review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Bourbons 72! Glad to hear that you were pleased with your server as well! Thanks again, and we look forward to your return!

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  38. ClaudiaJ

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Very fine attentive service. Delightful menu; especially their high end steaks. All items are prepared with lovely seasoning and are plated very nicely. A special place for a special evening.

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 21, 2023

    Hi Claudia, thank you for taking the time to leave us such an exceptional review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Bourbons 72 and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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  39. Mowmaniv

    Northern MI

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    If you want a great place to have supper, this place ROCKS!!!! The meal was excellent and our server Aaron was spot on great!!

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 7, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us such an exceptional review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Bourbons 72 and will be sure to let Aaron, your server know, that you acknowledged him! We think he is pretty great too!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Claire was our waitress and she did a fantastic job!!

    Bourbons 72Responded on August 7, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us such an exceptional review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and we look forward to serving you when you return!

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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
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Bourbons 72 is rated 4.5 stars by 906 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 8 times today
Google Map for Bourbons 72

7741 M 72 E, Williamsburg, MI 49690-9395

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Traverse City
  • Hours of operation
    Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    James Broome
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (231) 534-8700
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact Scott Letts, Bourbons 72 Restaurant Manager, to make arrangements for groups of 8 and over. Business Phone 231-534-8700 email scott.letts@gtbindians.com
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