Traverse, Northern Michigan’s Magazine | JUL '19 107Platte River Inn Classic dining in a casual atmosphere.
Steaks, Italian, Mexican. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 10921 MAIN ST.,
HONOR, 231.227.1200
The Roadhouse Fresh Mex with a cool cantina atmo-
sphere. LD • BAR • $-$$ 1058 MICHIGAN AVE., (US 31), BENZO-
NIA, 231.882.9631
Ursa Major Bistro Breakfast, burgers sandwiches. BLD •
$-$$ 245 S BENZIE BLVD., BEULAH, 231.383.4250
CADILLAC
After 26 Casual eatery dedicated to employing adults with
developmental disabilities and cognitive impairment. BLD •
$ 127 W. CASS ST., CADILLAC, 231.468.3526, AFTER26PROJECT.ORG
Blue Heron Cafe Dazzling upscale sandwiches, soups
and salads as well as from-scratch pastries. BL • $ 304 N.
MITCHELL, CADILLAC, 231.775.5461
Cadillac Grill This lodge–style, car-themed eatery’s cui-
sine runs from bar food to fine dining. LD • BAR • $$ 7839 E.
46 K RD., OVERLOOKING THE ELDORADO GOLF COURSE, CADILLAC,
231.779.3663
Clam Lake Beer Company 40 craft beers on tap, wood-
fired pizzas, grilled angus burgers. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 106
MITCHELL ST., CADILLAC, 231.775.6150
Coyote Crossing Resort Full bar & restaurant with North-
woods décor set on beautiful property in the Manistee
National Forest. American fare. Live music. Open six days
a week year round. LD • BAR • $$ 8593 S. 13 RD., CADILLAC,
231.862.3212
Evergreen Resort Terrace Room restaurant—Stellar
water and woods views plus American fare, Sun. brunch
and sandwiches. BLD • BAR • $$ Curly’s Up North Bar &
Grill—Casual bar food in a snug knotty-pine setting. Live
entertainment. LD • BAR • $$ 7880 MACKINAW TRAIL, CADIL-
LAC, 231.775.9947
Hermann’s European Cafe Austrian-born master pastry
chef Hermann Suhs creates international cuisine, seasonal
specialties and divine desserts in an alpenhaus-style din-
ing room. LD • BAR • $$ 214 N. MITCHELL, CADILLAC, 231.775.9563
Herraduras Mexican Bar & Grill Authentic dishes like
flautas, enchiladas and carnitas, plus shrimp chimis and
steaks. LD • BAR • $ 1700 S. MITCHELL ST., CADILLAC, 231.775.4575
Lakeside Charlie’s A fine deck on Lake Mitchell. The
hunt club–style restaurant features burgers, aged beef, fish
and wild game. LD • BAR • $$ 301 S. LAKE MITCHELL, CADILLAC,
231.775.5332
Maggie’s Tavern Chili, burgers, steaks, wet burritos and
kid selections are served up in a lively 19th-century setting.
LD • BAR • $ 523 N. MITCHELL, CADILLAC, 231.775.1810
FRANKFORT/ELBERTA/ONEKAMA/
MANISTEE/ARCADIA
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club & Restaurant Fresh fish, aged
beef, Mediterranean rack of lamb and an emphasis on lo-
cal ingredients all served with a spectacular view of Lake
Michigan. BLD • $-$$$ 14710 NORTHWOOD HWY., ARCADIA,
231.889.3001
Bayview Grille Burgers, steaks, homemade beignets,
liege waffles, wings, mussels and crabcakes at this casual
eatery. BLD • $-$$ 727 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT, 231.352.8050,
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Birch & Maple Scratch cuisine prepared with an empha-
sis on locally sourced ingredients. Friendly folks and fab
craft cocktails. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 727 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT,
231.399.0399
Blue Fish Kitchen & Bar New American cuisine, tradi-
tional fare, vegetarian and vegan. LD • BAR $-$$$ 312 RIVER
ST., MANISTEE. 231.887.4188
Blue Waters Café Breakfast, brunch, burgers, Mexican,
sandwiches, seafood. BLD • BAR • $ 155 8TH ST., MANISTEE,
231.723.4501
restaurant guide | dining
Bungalow Inn This former rustic cabin offers steak, ribs
and fish-fry specials, perch. LD • BAR • $-$$ 1100 28TH ST.,
MANISTEE, 231.723.8000
The Cabbage Shed Suds, and superb eats like
seared scallops, rack of lamb and Ritz-crusted walleye. D •
$-$$ 198 FRANKFORT AVE., ELBERTA, 231.352.9843
Coho Locally sourced cuisine and a spacious patio
overlooking Betsie Bay. Fantastic Happy Hour, fine wines,
spirits and Michigan beers. D • BAR • $$-$$$ 320 MAIN ST.,
FRANKFORT, 231.352.6053
Conundrum Cafe Light lunch fare, Hawaiian shave ice and
alcohol available to purchase. BL • $-$$ 603 FRANKFORT AVE,
ELBERTA, 231.352.8150
Crescent Bakery Artisanal breads, pies, cheesecakes, and
hand- decorated cookies. BL • $ 404 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT,
231.352.4611
Dinghy’s Legendary for smoked meats, including ribs,
pulled pork, brisket, chicken, turkey legs, chicken wings and
fish fry. LD • BAR • $$ 415 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT, 231.352.4702
The Fusion Asian delights like fiery curries and let-
tuce wraps (plus creative cocktails) served in a serene
atmosphere on Frankfort’s main drag. BLD • $–$$ 300 MAIN
ST., FRANKFORT, 231.352.4114
The Glenwood Casual dining, almond-battered
shrimp and bleu cheese filet mignon, homemade desserts.
Open for dinner at 5 p.m. D • BAR • $–$$$ 4604 MAIN ST.,
ONEKAMA, 231.889.3734
Hotel Frankfort Fine dining served up at this in-town inn.
BLD • $-$$$ 231 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT, 231.352.8090
House of Flavors 50s diner featuring family style break-
fasts, lunch and dinner. And, yes, a full ice cream menu.
BLD • $-$$ 284 RIVER ST., MANISTEE, 231.887.4600
L’chayim Delicatessen NY-style deli with sandwiches and
bagels. BL • $-$$ 325 MAIN STREET, FRANKFORT, 231.352.5220
Lighthouse Café Robust breakfasts, soups, salads, sand-
wiches, burgers, steak, perch, liver and onions. BLD • $–$$
735 FRANKFORT AVE., ELBERTA. 231.352. 5273
Mayfair Tavern Burgers, steaks, fish. LD • BAR $-$$ 515
FRANKFORT AVE., ELBERTA, 231.352.9136
Papano’s Pizza Traditional pizza pie. D • $–$$ 334 MAIN
ST., FRANKFORT, 231.352.6700
Rico’s East Lake’s welcoming, true North watering hole with
fresh smelt, burgs, and smoky adobo beef spring rolls. LD- BAR • $-$$ 900 CABERFAE HWY. (M-55), MANISTEE, 231.723.3721
River Street Station Cheers-esque, smoky burger-
and-ribs joint with a summer deck that affords an up-close
view of the freighter action along the Manistee River. BLD - BAR • $-$$ 350 RIVER ST., MANISTEE, 231.723.8411
NEW Rock's Landing Eclectic menu combines local
ingredients with ethnic influences. Intimate dining, feet from
Crystal Lake. D • BAR $$ 1157 CRYSTAL DR., FRANKFORT, 231.399.0158
Shay’s M22 Steaks, chops, whitefish. Emphasis on fresh
seasonal ingredients. Great wine and beer list. LD • BAR •
$-$$ 4472 CRESCENT BEACH RD., ONEKAMA, 231.889.3121
Stormcloud Brewing Brewing Belgian-inspired ales to
pair with inventive, smart bistro fare. LD • BAR • $-$$ 303
MAIN ST., FRANKFORT, 231.352.0118
Timbers Restaurant Family-owned restaurant with
steaks, prime-rib pasta , whitefish, craft beer, regional
wines gourmet pizza, specialty salads. LD • BAR • $-$$ 5535
M-115, CADILLAC, 231.775.6751, FRANKFORT/ELBERTA
T.J.’s Pub Take a step down from the sloped sidewalk for
panini, mex and pizza below the stately Ramsdell Inn. LD •
BAR • $ 99 RIVER ST., MANISTEE, 231.398.9174
Villa Marine Friday fish special. Saturday prime rib.
American cooking. LD • $-$$ 228 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT,
231.352.5450, MANISTEE/ARCADIA/ONEKAMA
Yellow Dog Café Fabulous coffee, sandwiches, baked
goods. LD • $ 4850 MAIN ST, ONEKAMA, 231.508.5008
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