It would be far too excessive to list all of the excellent restaurant options God has blessed Mackinac Island with, so here are the top ten favorites among the island goers. Please note that the dollar signs coincide with the particular restaurant’s prices. ($ = very affordable; $$$ = more expensive)
The Gate House: American Cuisine
$$ - 1547 Grand Avenue
The Grand Hotel Luncheon Buffet: American Cuisine, Gluten-free options
$$ - Inside the Grand Hotel
Cupola Bar: American Cuisine, Bar
$ - Located on the 4th floor of the Grand Hotel
1852 Grill Room: American Cuisine, Gluten-Free options
$$$$ - 6966 Main St. (Part of Island House—Sunday is last day of season)
Seabiscuit Café: American Cuisine, Sandwiches/Subs
$$$ - 7337 Main St.
Horn’s Gaslight Bar: Southwestern & American Fare
$$ - 7300 Main St.
Millie’s On Main: American Cuisine (Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
$$ - 7294 Main St.
Pink Pony: American, Modern Cuisine, Waterfront
$$$ - 7221 Main St. (Part of Chippewa Hotel)
Yankee Rebel Tavern: American Cuisine
$$$ - 1493 Astor St.
Doud’s Market: American Cuisine, Delicatessen
$$ - 7200 Main St.
The Chuck Wagon: Burgers, Breakfast/Brunch
$ - 7400 Main St.
If nothing above strikes your fancy, consider one of these top-rated eateries on Mackinac Island:
Fort Mackinac Tea Room: Exceptional view;
Admission to the Fort is required
$$ - Open for lunch only; 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.;
Located on the patio of the Officers Stone Quarters; 7127 Huron Rd.
Cannonball Drive Inn:
Casual, American Cuisine, Roadside stop, Outdoor seating
$$ - 7641 British Landing Rd.
Original Murdick’s Fudge:
Homemade fudge
$ - 7363 Main St.
Joann’s Fudge Shop:
Dessert shop, Homemade fudge
$ - 7309 Main St.