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Coast 236 Restaurant & Bar, Saugatuck, MI

Coast 236 Restaurant & Bar

4.9 (1282)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
236 Culver St, Saugatuck, MI 49453

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Neighborhood gem
Every coastline brings with it an air of freshness and wonder, an inspiration in every ebb and flow. Coasts can be recognizable and new … predictably unpredictable in a way that can surprise or delight. But no matter the geography, there is a familiarity and a connection. At Coast 236, the rhythm of familiarity and freshness is our inspiration. Sourcing fresh and sustainable ingredients from water and land, we passionately craft approachable coastal inspired cuisine with unexpected details. Coast 236 takes reservations for tables of 1-6 guests only through open table. Sorry, service animals only.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fish, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Rick Bower
  • Catering
    We currently do not offer catering.
  • Private party facilities
    Coast 236 currently offers entire‑restaurant, private events only (that means you reserve the entire restaurant and bar for yourself and your guests.) Contact Chef Rick Bower to check a date or inquire about your special private event.For information about planning your next event at Coast 236, visit https://www.coast236.com/privatedining
  • Neighborhood
    Saugatuck
  • Cross street
    Griffith Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,282 people are saying

Coast 236 Restaurant & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Best Overall

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Best Food

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Best Service

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Best Value

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Innovative

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Great for fine wines

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Good for special occasions

  • Grand Rapids

    Best Overall

  • Grand Rapids

    Best Food

  • Grand Rapids

    Best Service

  • Grand Rapids

    Best Ambiance

  • Grand Rapids

    Best Value

  • Grand Rapids

    Innovative

  • Grand Rapids

    Great for fine wines

  • Grand Rapids

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Grand Rapids

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Coast 236 Restaurant & Bar in Saugatuck, Michigan, delivers an elevated dining experience with a focus on "exquisite" culinary art and attentive service. Diners rave about the "amazing" tasting menus and wine pairings, with standout servers like Jim and Patrick enhancing the experience. The atmosphere is "charming" and the establishment is "beautiful," making it a favorite for special occasions.
1,282 Reviews
  1. Tom

    Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the 9 course tasting menu to celebrate an important birthday and was pleased to find that there is something available like this outside the Detroit and Chicago markets. Foie PB&J and Lamb Loin are incredible! Better yet, Evan and Christopher are polished, kind, and accommodating— the Coast 236 team is lucky to have them. We’ll be back!

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  2. patti

    Cincinnati / Dayton1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service! Food very good and a special ambiance

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  3. ChristineM

    Chicago / Illinois8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Compared to other five star restaurants it was right at the top of it!! We have never been disappointed.

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  4. Bob VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and presentation interesting wine list and if you can dine out in their courtyard

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  5. Lynda VIP

    Tokyo Metropolitan Area8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant’s outdoor ambiance was beautiful, and the service was excellent. The wine and cocktails were simply amazing. However, the food left us a bit disappointed. The tuna crudo and buratta asparagus were underseasoned and lacked any flavor. The main menu scallop was well-cooked, but the side dishes failed to impress. The chickpea and Swiss chard didn’t seem to complement the scallop, which was the main protein. The creme brulee was pretty good, but it didn’t quite help recover the other dishes’ shortcomings. Overall, we found that the value for money wasn’t as great as we had hoped.

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  6. Elliott

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Coast 236 is an absolute delight. The space is classy and refined but not stuffy. The modern American, locally sourced cuisine is excellent. The menu is clean, focused, not crowded with too many poorly planned options. There is a really nice tasting menu, or diners can choose a la carte. The staff is friendly, attentive, and very informed about every dish. This is the ideal spot for a romantic night out, special occasion, or everyday dinner and conversation. Highly recommend.

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  7. Kelly

    West Palm Beach3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You cannot go wrong with this restaurant. Fabulous spot for an upgraded experience. I highly recommend.

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  8. Richard VIP

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We opted for the 6 item tasting menu and found that each selection was presented and explained with great skill. The flavors were delicate and varied and each item would make excellent mains. Our server, Derek, was outstanding and attentive. Highly recommended for fine dining in Saugatuck.

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  9. Douglas VIP

    Chicago / Illinois18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose this restaurant from the local options in Saugatuck, Michigan using the OpenTable app. It was a wonderful surprise. The food was very good, and the service was excellent. We will definitely go again.

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  10. Catherine

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual Coast 236 did not disappoint. Always such a beautiful establishment (best if you can sit in the garden) the 9 course meal is a gift to your tastebuds the service is beyond reproach Just everything is top notch Probably my favorite summer meal.

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Coast 236 Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.9 stars by 1282 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Grand Rapids / Western Michigan
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  5. Saugatuck

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for Coast 236 Restaurant & Bar

236 Culver St, Saugatuck, MI 49453

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Griffith Street
  • Neighborhood
    Saugatuck
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fish, Contemporary French / American
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Rick Bower
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We currently do not offer catering.
  • Private party facilities
    Coast 236 currently offers entire‑restaurant, private events only (that means you reserve the entire restaurant and bar for yourself and your guests.) Contact Chef Rick Bower to check a date or inquire about your special private event.For information about planning your next event at Coast 236, visit https://www.coast236.com/privatedining
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