Mackinac Island Dining Guide

Mackinac Island Downtown Dining

Carriage House Dining at Hotel Iroquois

(906) 847-3321

Premier waterfront dining at the Hotel Iroquois with gorgeous views and open air patio seating. American Cuisine with international influences, delectable desserts, extensive wine list. Recipient of Conde Nast Gold List and Travel + Leisure awards. Pianist Joe Harkins performs nightly.

Cawthorne’s Village Inn

(906) 847-3542

Serving lunch, dinner and late night menus year ’round, the Village Inn has been a favorite of locals and tourists for 45 years. Delicious sandwiches, salads and appetizers. 100% Certified Angus Steaks, chops, burgers & ribs. Their house special Planked Whitefish has received world acclaim. Fine wines by the bottle and glass. Located downtown on Hoban Street.

Chuckwagon

(906) 847-0019

Mackinac Island’s quintessential diner serving American breakfasts plus unique burgers and sandwiches for lunch.

Dog House

(906) 847-6586

Best “dogs” on Mackinac Island, plain hot dogs, chili dogs, kraut dogs, brats, nachos, chips, ice cream bars, fountain pop and cold bottled water. Dine family style on big picnic tables under their shady yellow umbrellas or carry out to your favorite picnic spot in Mackinac Island State Park. Large groups, families, dogs and kite flying encouraged. Located at Windermere point on the Straits of Mackinac across from the Windermere Hotel.

Doud’s Deli

(906) 847-3444

Gourmet deli, hand tossed pizza, fresh bakery, fresh produce, fresh cut meat for grilling, prepared salads and a selection of over 200 wines, domestic and imported beer, packaged liquor, lottery and sundries. Two locations. Inside Doud’s Market and The Horse Corral Mall.(formerly Martha’s Sweet Shop)

Gate House

(906) 847-3331

A Grand Hotel restaurant featuring upscale American and Regional Grille in a casual setting. Open for both lunch and dinner, this casual bar/restaurant features televisions to watch the game and live music.

Goodfellow’s Italian Chophouse

(906) 847-3384

Innovative American and Italian fare featuring a daily breakfast bar, lunch, dinner and late night menus. Specialities include pasta, chops, steaks, fresh seafood & fish, pizza, salads, soups & Atkins menu. Porch, restaurant and pub seating.

Horn’s Gaslight Bar & Restaurant

(906) 847-6154

Established in 1933 with a friendly 19th century saloon atmosphere serving lunch, dinner and late night daily. Offering traditional American and Southwestern cuisine in the heart of downtown. Families, groups and large parties always welcome.

Island Slice Pizzeria

(906) 847-8100

Quintessential old-style pizzeria. Serving traditional and gourmet pizzas, calzones, garden salads and more. Friendly family atmosphere. Children’s menu. Large groups and parties welcome.

Lucky Bean Coffeehouse

(248) 342-2988

Your caffeine boost on Market Street. Fresh pastries daily along with coffee and other drink specials.

Mary’s Bistro & Draught House

(906) 847-9911

Wood-Grilled and Spit-Fired entrees featuring Rotiserrie Chicken, Succulent Ribs and Great Lakes Whitefish along with great sandwiches, salads and soups. Comprehensive wine list and beer selection, two bars, inside and out, two patios and a casual dining room overlooking the harbor. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Mama LaRosa’s Pizza Buffet

(906) 847-8010

Immediate seating, air conditioned. Fresh homemade pizza buffet with over 35 ingredient salad bar, soft drinks, coffee and tea.

Mighty Mac Hamburgers

(906) 847-8039

Serving fresh fast food Mackinac Island style. Breakfast sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, chicken tenders, beer battered fish, french fries, onion rings, homemade soups, great chili and ice-cold fountain pop. Indoor seating or carryout. Located downtown.

Millie’s on Main

(906) 847-9901

A perfect place to relax with the family, serving Brooklyn style pizza, delicious sandwiches, salads and ice cream treats. Fountain soda, beer, wine and great coffee. Located next to Carriage Tours on Main Street.

Mr. B’s

(906) 847-3530

One of the favorite Island lunch hideaway spots overlooking the Straits of Mackinac with an old-fashioned soft-serve ice cream stand complete with flavored dips, nuts and sprinkles…yum. Looking for a quick lunch? Try delicious pizza whole or by the slice, 1/4 pound hot dogs, coney dogs, chicken strips, fries and chips with an icy-cold fountain pop, milk shake or bottled water.

Pancake House

(906) 847-3829

The Island’s fastest short order cooks create delicious fresh eggs to order, breakfast sandwiches, omelets, Plath smoked meats, waffles and pancakes with fresh fruits, nuts and/or chocolate. Deli sandwiches, fresh soups, daily specials, ice cream, delicious milk shakes and Ryba’s fudge. Children’s menu. Located downtown.

Seabiscuit Cafe & Grog

(906) 847-3611

This fabulous Mackinac Island eatery features an appropriate horse theme from the 1938 true life story of the famous horse, Seabiscuit. An excellent casual menu appropriately fits this charming place. A fine wine selection is available along with a full bar so stop in for an afternoon cocktail or stay for the evening sipping your favorite martini.

Starbucks Coffee

(906) 847-8261

The Island’s only full-service Starbucks for a full selection of expertly crafted beverages. Mackinac Island’s Starbucks features the complete line of your favorite signature drinks.

SUSHI GRAND (A GRAND HOTEL RESTAURANT)

906-847-3772

Mackinac Island’s first and only Sushi Restaurant located next to The Gate House at the bottom of Grand hill. It will be a made to order sushi restaurant for dine-in and take out. Sushi Grand will become Grand Hotel’s sixth off-site restaurant on Mackinac Island available to hotel guests and visitors to the Island.

Twist ‘N Sprouts

(906) 847-8280

Offering Fun, Fresh and Tasty Soups, Chili’s, Healthy Wraps, Panini’s, Salads, Real Fruit & Green Health Smoothies, Premium Frozen Yogurt, Sugar Free & Non Dairy Options, Vegetarian & Vegan Friendly Fare.

Yankee Rebel Tavern

(906) 847-6249

Experience regional American cuisine in a historical period setting. Lunch offers innovative salads, distinctive sandwiches and homemade soups. Dinner entrees include Yankee Pot Roast, Filet Mignon, fresh fish and chef’s specials nightly. Epicurean deserts including their Taste of Mackinac award winning Chocolate Bread Pudding. Full bar, comprehensive wine list with an extensive selection of wines by the glass. Children’s menu. Receptions, groups and large parties welcome.

Mackinac Island Hotel Dining

Mackinac Island’s resorts and hotels are home to restaurants and cafes ranging from economical to extravagant.

1852 Grill Room at Island House Hotel

(906) 847-3347

World class cuisine offering aged prime steaks, chops and prime rib, fresh fish, pasta and vegetarian entrees. Gourmet desserts featuring Ryba’s fudge. Extensive wine list, creative martinis, ice-cream drinks and house recipe libations. Experience fine casual dining in our vaulted window dining room or on our new veranda. Children’s menu. Pianist nightly. Located on Main Street just east of downtown overlooking the harbor on historic Haldimand Bay.

Amigo Burrito Mexican Grill at Murray Hotel

(906) 847-3360

Mackinac Island’s only burrito shop in the heart of downtown with cozy air-conditioned seating. Mexican favorites offering burritos, tacos and quesadillas made to order. Dine in or carry out. Located in Murray Hotel’s Main Street Lobby.

Bistro on the Green at Mission Point Resort

(906) 847-3312

Bistro on The Greens serves a tapas-style menu – unique worldly dishes that are perfect for ordering a few dishes and sharing.

Overlooking The Greens of Mackinac, Bistro on The Greens features outdoor seating with views of Round Island Lighthouse, Lake Huron, and the passing ships.

Carleton’s Tea Store at Grand Hotel

(906) 847-3331

Featuring luncheon specialties as well as coffee, tea and desserts. Located within Grand Hotel in the lower lobby, open to the non-guests.

Carriage House Dining at Hotel Iroquois

(906) 847-3321

Cawthorne’s Village Inn (A Grand Hotel Restaurant)

(906) 847-3542

Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night menus year ’round, the Village Inn has been a favorite of locals and tourists for 45 years. Delicious breakfasts, sandwiches, salads and appetizers. 100% Certified Angus Steaks, chops, burgers & ribs. Their house special Planked Whitefish has received world acclaim. Fine wines by the bottle and glass. Enjoy their award winning Bloody Mary and dollar beer happy hour. Located downtown on Hoban Street.

Chianti at Mission Point Resort

(906) 847-3312

Chianti is the culinary creation and signature experience of Mission Point Resort. Bringing an upscale – yet affordable – Italian restaurant to Mackinac Island, Chianti celebrates the diverse foods of Italy with dishes such as Steak Pizzaiola from the northern regions to thin crust flatbreads from Naples and meatballs (Polpetti) from Sicily.
Dinner can be served al fresco on the Chianti Terrace overlooking Lake Huron. Chianti also features a Martini Bar just outside of the dining room that serves signature martinis nightly. Entertainment nightly.

Cudahy Chophouse at The Inn at Stonecliffe

(906) 847-3355

Built within the private study of Michael Cudahy’s famed Stonecliffe Manor, this one of a kind dining experience offers picturesque views of the Mackinac Bridge, tasty food & good cheer tucked away in the woods up Island.

Espresso Cafe’ at the Inn on Mackinac

(906) 847-3369

Creative coffee drinks and pizza in a Victorian setting with outdoor garden seating at the Inn on Mackinac.

Fort Mackinac Tea Room (A Grand Hotel Restaurant)

(906) 847-3328

Open for lunch, this Grand Hotel Restaurant offers excellence in dining in a colonial atmosphere. Located inside the walls of Fort Mackinac with a spectacular view of the yacht harbor. Fort Mackinac admission required.

Goodfellow’s Italian Chophouse at Lake View Hotel

(906) 847-3384

Gate House (A Grand Hotel Restaurant)

(906) 847-3772

Grand Hotel Dining Room

(906) 847-3331

Serving a full breakfast menu, a wide selection of breakfast entrees, including omelettes and made-to-order eggs, cereals, pancakes, breakfast meats and salmon, fresh breads and pastries, fresh juices, fruits and more. The legendary Grand Luncheon Buffet features garden-fresh salads, savory cheeses, slow-roasted meats, seafood and more than 20 varieties of fresh-baked pastries. The five-course dinner features a menu renowned for its range and excellence and the well-stocked cellar offers abundant choices of domestic and imported wines. Located within Grand Hotel, open to the non-guests (dress code required for dinner).

Ice House at Island House Hotel

(906) 847-3347

Ice House Grill & BBQ

Casual dining amidst a tree canopied setting veiled from the downtown hustle. Indoor and outdoor seating under shady umbrellas. Creative soups, gourmet burgers & sandwiches on hearth baked breads, tempting salads and the best homemade potato chips. Imported and domestic beers. Children’s menu. Occasional afternoon concerts. This hidden gem is tucked behind the iconic Island House Hotel next to Marquette Park.

Jockey Club at Grand Stand

(906) 847-3331

Featuring sandwiches, soups, and salads for lunch and a full dinner menu. Open to non-hotel guests, casual attire is welcome. Located on the first tee of Grand Hotel’s golf course. Pianist nightly.

Lakeside Marketplace at Mission Point Resort

(906) 847-3312

Pizza slices, sandwiches, fresh hand tossed salads, ice cream, fresh baked muffins, delicious cookies and soft drinks. Explore the Island with one of our backpack picnics to go. Located on the lower level of Mission Point Resort’s Main Lodge.

Mama LaRosa’s Pizza Buffet at Murray Hotel

(906) 847-3360

Immediate seating, air conditioned. Fresh homemade pizza buffet with over 35 ingredient salad bar, soft drinks, coffee and tea. Located in the Murray Hotel.

Murray Hotel $9.95 Breakfast Buffet

(906) 847-3360

A feast of fresh scrambled eggs, home-style potatoes, sausage, bacon, toast, homemade oatmeal, yogurt, fresh fruit and more. Beverages additional. Located in the Murray Hotel, guests and non-guests welcome.

Pink Pony Bar & Grill at Chippewa Hotel

(906) 847-3341

Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night menus daily in our Main Street dining room, outdoor upper-deck and waterfront deck with iconic Lake Huron views. Mouthwatering hearty breakfasts to order featuring fresh ground coffee and farm fresh eggs. Enjoy our famous half-pound Pony burger or Whitefish sandwich caught fresh daily. Homemade soups, delicious salads and innovative appetizers.

Round Island Bar & Grill at Mission Point Resort

(906) 847-3312

The Round Island Bar & Grill restaurant features ten HDTVs throughout the restaurant for a family friendly sports bar atmosphere. A combination of family food, popular favorites, and signature drinks, the unique decor and view of the straits in the restaurant give a true Mackinac Island experience.

Sadie’s Ice Cream Parlor at Grand Hotel

906-847-3331

This classic American ice cream parlor has been decorated by Grand Hotel’s interior designer Carleton Varney. Inside you will find cafe tables with white marble tops accompanied by cafe chairs with twisted iron. Outside will be custom twisted iron benches and cafe tables with black marble tops. The parlor is located outside of the hotel’s east entrance and open to all Mackinac Island visitors with no hotel fee.

Sushi Grand (A Grand Hotel Restaurant)

906-847-3772

Woods (A Grand Hotel Restaurant)

(906) 847-3699

Enjoy Bavarian charm and a full a la carte menu of appetizers, entrees and desserts. Open for dinner nightly and luncheon peak season. Bobby’s Bar at Woods is open daily for drinks and is home to the Island’s only nineteenth century duckpin bowling alley. Located up-island near the Inn at Stonecliffe. Horse-drawn shuttle service is available from downtown nightly.

Mackinac Island Dining

This select group of eateries may be found tucked away in special places around the Island.

Cannonball Drive Inn

(906) 847-0932

Angus beef burgers, hot dogs, bbq beef, salads, stacked sandwiches, pizza, ice cream, famous fried pickles, candy, cookies, soda & bottled water. Relax on the beach or the picnic tables half way ‘round the Island at historic British Landing. BBQ Hayrides peak season, call for reservations. Group lunches, dinners and BBQ hayrides too, please call for details.

Doghouse at Windermere Point

(906) 847-6586

Best “dogs” on Mackinac Island, plain hot dogs, chili dogs, kraut dogs, brats, nachos, chips, ice cream bars, fountain pop and cold bottled water. Dine family style on big picnic tables under our shady yellow umbrellas or carry out to your favorite picnic spot in Mackinac Island State Park. Large groups, families, dogs and kite flying encouraged. Located at Windermere point on the Straits of Mackinac across from the Windermere Hotel.

Doud’s Deli & Bakery

(906-847-3444)

Michigan’s oldest family-owned grocery store. Full service deli, bakery, groceries, fresh meats & fish and pizza.

Feedbag at Surrey Hills

(906) 847-3593

Donuts made fresh daily. Hot and cold drinks, Nathan’s hot dogs, popcorn, hot pretzels, bratwurst and ice cream treats. Located on the Carriage Tour route at the Surrey Hill Carriage Museum. Enjoy your lunch on the rolling lawn and watch the off duty horses frolic in the pasture.

Fort Mackinac Tea Room (A Grand Hotel Restaurant)

(906) 847-3328

Gate House (A Grand Hotel Restaurant)

(906) 847-3772

Ice House at Island House Hotel

(906) 847- 3347

Featuring creative soups, gourmet burgers & sandwiches on hearth baked breads, tempting salads and the best homemade potato chips around. Fresh juices and frozen drink specialties, imported and domestic beers. Indoor and outdoor seating under shady umbrellas with chaise-lounge service for the sun enthusiast. Located east of downtown, up the driveway behind the Island House Hotel.

Jockey Club at Grand Stand

(906) 847-3331

Featuring sandwiches, soups, and salads for lunch and a full dinner menu. Open to non-hotel guests, casual attire is welcome. Located on the first tee of Grand Hotel’s golf course. Pianist nightly.

Woods (A Grand Hotel Restaurant)

(906) 847-3699

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