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Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems in Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse restaurant
4.9
4.9 (881)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Petoskey
About the restaurant
We have thoughtfully renovated a historic 1938 log building to a beautiful rustic chic atmosphere. Executive Chef Michael will take great care to provide our Guests a dining experience like no other. Our menu will offer a selection of ala cart steaks, seafood, salads, and shareables. We also offer an array of craft cocktails, beer, and an extensive wine selection. Michael and Maggie Wilp share a passion for quality food and service, careful attention to details, and are determined to treat every person that walks through the door as a welcome Guest.
4653 S. Straits Highway, Indian River, MI, 49749.

Top review
MichelleVIP
Dined 5 days ago
This was our second visit. We were impressed both times! It’s busy, they had dealt with 2 tables of 18-20 people while we were there, and still the service was amazing. The steaks were cooked perfectly and reasonably priced for the quality. They even have their “tavern menu” available at dinner, so our adult autistic son could order his hamburger and fries and be happy as well. Great experience overall. The only minor improvement that could be made is the mashed potatoes. Kind of lackluster, and we wouldn’t order those again, though we will be back!
A photo of Aster restaurant
4.9
4.9 (291)
$30 and under
American
Midland
About the restaurant
Farm to table restaurant based off community, sustainability, and hyper-seasonality.
Top review
Kourtney
Dined 4 days ago
This was a great spot for our date night! The ambiance was warm and inviting. We tried a few of their shareable menu items and each was absolutely delicious. The service was friendly and attentive.
A photo of Douglas Lake Bar & Steakhouse restaurant
4.9
4.9 (673)
$31 to $50
Steak
Petoskey / Boyne City
About the restaurant
The Douglas Lake Bar & Steakhouse, known to locals as the “DLB”, has a rich history of providing great food and service in a rustic log building overlooking beautiful Douglas Lake. The two giant fieldstone fireplaces offer the perfect dining ambiance during the spring and fall seasons. Summer guests enjoy drinks on the outdoor patio and dining on the lakeside deck or the screened-in porch.
Top review
Wesley
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
First time visit and was very happy. It has joined our list of a place to visit each trip.
A photo of Prost Wine Bar & Charcuterie - Bay City restaurant
4.9
4.9 (55)
$31 to $50
Wine Bar
Bay City
About the restaurant
Prost! is a new refreshing experience located in Uptown Bay City! Offering a wide selection of wine and beer from around the globe, along with perfectly crafted cocktails. Our menu encompasses the European culture from imported charcuterie and cheese, shareable plates, salads, paninis and heartier dishes. We are dedicated to ensuring our guests are given a welcoming experience and bringing something new to the community for all to enjoy!

In the summer, our intimate dining space opens to the wonderful outdoors, leading to a lovely patio experience!

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Top review
Robert
Dined 6 days ago
My wife had lobster risotto and I had the duck. Both dishes were exceptional. Anna, our server, made sure our cocktails, appetizers and entrees were well paced. Overall a wonderful experience.
A photo of Trattoria Funistrada restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1141)
$31 to $50
Italian
Glen Arbor / Maple City
About the restaurant
Italian-American neighborhood dining in the heart of downtown "Burdickville."

Please visit our website for further information, sample menus & directions. Online reservations are limited, please call if you do not see the availability you want. We look forward to having you as our guest!

*We do not have a children's menu; young children are strongly discouraged. We are a small space ~ limits are in place for larger parties.

Top review
Rebecca
Dined today
This place never disappoints. Outstanding dishes and equally outstanding service. The value of their Wednesday evening Pasta Night special is fantastic.
A photo of The Argonne House restaurant
4.8
4.8 (654)
$30 and under
Seafood
Charlevoix
About the restaurant
The Argonne House is a full service family restaurant, where you can walk in a stranger and leave as friends.

We strive to not only provide exceptional food and service, but also offer you a dining experience that will leave you with memories for years to come. While our house specialty is our Famous Shrimp Dinners, we offer a variety of menu items for you to enjoy including Steaks, Seafood and Brick Oven Pizzas.

Top review
Susie
Dined 5 days ago
Our server Kassie was excellent. Very intuitive, knowledgeable and welcoming. We had the shrimp dinners which are always delicious.
A photo of NOMAD. restaurant
4.8
4.8 (411)
$31 to $50
American
Petoskey
About the restaurant
About NOMAD.
Located on the waterfront in Bay Harbor, NOMAD. offers a vibrant atmosphere that pairs well with its sharable plates, evolving wine list, and house cocktails.


Our menu was artfully crafted through the senses of a NOMAD, with flavors and influences from across the world.


Recently opened in Spring 2022, our mission is to continuously evolve while always maintaining exceptional quality and creativity.

Please note if booking outside dining, restaurant can't hold inside tables if inclement weather occurs. Thank you for your understanding.

Top review
Scott
Dined 4 days ago
Made the trek-up after a day of skiing at Boyne Mtn. Restaurant was quiet...for a Saturday night. Menu is small (off-season?), but clever. Some of the "main plates" don't match the price tag, but we were on vacation and didn't care. Chef brought out a complimentary dessert for our party...thank you sir. Our server, Emily was very nice.
A photo of Chandler's a Restaurant restaurant
4.7
4.7 (2239)
$31 to $50
Global, International
Petoskey
About the restaurant
Chandler’s opened it’s doors in December of 1999 behind the historical Symons General Store building. It’s a cozy place with only 50 seats in the main dining room & 10 seats at the bar. When real estate is too tough to find - it’s standing room only! For a change of scenery, guests can enjoy dining in the wine cellar where they are surrounded by the 4,000 bottle collection that serves both the restaurant and Symons General Store. In the warmer months, guests can choose to dine outside, on Chandler’s brick courtyard.
Top review
Sharon
Dined 5 days ago
Decades of superior service, phenomenal food and a very special dining experience! Thanks Chandler’s for being awesome in every way!
A photo of Pierson's Grille & Spirits restaurant
4.7
4.7 (196)
$30 and under
Dining Bar
Harbor Springs
About the restaurant
Pierson’s Grille & Spirits is an après-ski themed restaurant with a lively and casual atmosphere. Join us for a warm meal with a dose of nostalgia inside or on our heated dog friendly patio. We are open 365 days a year for lunch and dinner with brunch served on weekends. Pierson's is located in the historic Juilleret's building in Downtown Harbor Springs. Pierson's offers sushi, salads, soups, sandwiches, burgers, pizza and an assortment of entree's including our famous Ribs!
Bring the kids and let them be entertained in the game room while you enjoy the game on one of our many TV's

Top review
Jacqueline
Dined on Dec 21, 2024
The food is delicious. The special, bolognese, was excellent. It used to be a regular menu item and we were excited to see it on the menu for the evening.
A photo of Terrace Inn and 1911 Restaurant restaurant
4.5
4.5 (151)
$31 to $50
American
Petoskey
About the restaurant
1911 Restaurant serves a variety of artfully prepared entrees, appetizers, and salads. All items are prepared in-house by our talented culinary team and feature the best fresh local produce. Enjoy your meal in our charming historic dining room, or on the beautiful terrace overlooking a peaceful park with peaks of Little Traverse Bay.

Open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 5 pm to 8:30 pm


Join us for happy hour from 4 pm to 5:30 pm
$5 off appetizers
$2 off all cocktails
plus $5 off any bottle of wine

We look forward to serving you!

Top review
TracyVIP
Dined 1 day ago
The planked whitefish is the best. I've never had a bad meal here. The salads are fresh and delicious, the cooking inventive. Beautiful lost in time atmosphere. If you've never been here, go. You won't regret it.
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