My wife and I were in town staying at a KOA. We had never been to the Waterfront Restaurant, so decided to give it a try. The reviews were mixed and one said it wasn't much of a view and was misleading. We got there around 5 or 5:30 and there was only one couple seated outside anyway. We were pleasantly surprised when we were led to s small gazebo off to the side. Very nice! The issue we had was a large banner hanging from the water side of the gazebo. It was high enough so that it didn't block our view entirely, but they really need to find another place to put that thing. It definitely affects the ambiance! How about on the side of the restaurant building? There is plenty of room above the lower floor doors/windows. Anyway, Lisa was our waitress. She was a sweetheart and took great care of my wife and I. We got the impression she had not been waiting tables long, but she did a great job! We ordered margaritas, which Lisa said were on special. They came out overly sweet as they were obviously made with a mix. I complained to Lisa and she brought me a shot of tequila, which I added some to my drink. That did the trick! My wife ordered something else to drink. I had the blackened shrimp pasta which was delicious. My wife had the perch and really like it. We will return next time we are in town. Great job Lisa! We got to give a shout out to the young man who seated us and made sure our water glasses were full. He was very attentive and did a great job, but we didn't get a name.
want2travel62
Just returned from dinner at Waterfront Restaurant. Ordered lemon pepper whitefish, which I had several weeks ago and was fine. Plate came tonight with very small fish portion, yellow in color and Very salty. Tried to make the best of it, when waitress asked how it was, I told her the truth. She took it back, but returned the plate, saying management said I ate too much of it . Also they advertise in local paper( fullmoonad.com) a happy hour Wednesday-Friday 4-6. Was told it was Monday-Wednesday????? Waitress did a great job, the setting is enjoyable, but a really poor experience. ( was told they have a newer chef). BEWARE
George Barker
Have to try it
bigjake392
Went here as kind of a high end dinner spot. Great setting as you are right on the lake but be ready for the cool breeze. our food was average and my " dry aged " steak wasn't any better than an average cut. Very good service and the patio seating is great . Of the 3 of us no one raved about the food and all said it was average.
AmandaP724
This restaurant was probably really nice 10-20 years ago. Menu and decor could definitely use updating. The food was just ok, but I don’t think we’d go back. The view over the water is very pretty!
John B
My family and I come up to Pure Michigan for our summer family vacation, three years running now. One staple of our trip is Silver Beach and the other is Waterfront Restaurant. There are several reasons that keeps us coming back for more at the Waterfront. The atmosphere is second to none. You dine 20’ from the sandy beachfront. Fare includes steaks and seafood as well as phenomenal sandwiches with family friendly prices. This trip we were served by Tina, one of the several family members involved with the Waterfront since her family purchased it 75 years ago. To say Tina understands service is an understatement. To say the food was hot and delicious is also an understatement. And to say Tina’s Mom isn’t the most adorably sweet lady in Michigan is also, you guessed it, an understatement. If after combing a Michigan beach in search of a lost and found gem, do yourself a favor and swing through The Waterfront. One of Michigan’s gems, with an address!
sheilap234
Arriving late we were looking for some great seafood and waterfront views. In spite of some negative reviews this cozy restaurant did not disappoint. Service was great and food excellent. We would definitely return.
TJEvett
Ten women for party planning meeting. Worse food than we ever had anywhere. Prime rib tasteless, tough, cold and baked potato cold. Pina colada tasteless like crushed ice only. Had to clear own dishes when finished. Bad service.
KathleenS2429
This is a great spot to pull your boat up and enjoy some live music and a drink. Love the beach and tables. Very cute. They just need better food and faster service. :)
Veronica Rodriguez
This place is juust awful! Hoorible service. Waited 2.5 hours for our overpriced food that was either cold, undercooked, or just sub-par. The waitress was rude for the entire 3 hour duration that we were there and the manager refused to do anything about it. I would not recommend this place to my worst enemy!
My wife and I were in town staying at a KOA. We had never been to the Waterfront Restaurant, so decided to give it a try. The reviews were mixed and one said it wasn't much of a view and was misleading. We got there around 5 or 5:30 and there was only one couple seated outside anyway. We were pleasantly surprised when we were led to s small gazebo off to the side. Very nice! The issue we had was a large banner hanging from the water side of the gazebo. It was high enough so that it didn't block our view entirely, but they really need to find another place to put that thing. It definitely affects the ambiance! How about on the side of the restaurant building? There is plenty of room above the lower floor doors/windows. Anyway, Lisa was our waitress. She was a sweetheart and took great care of my wife and I. We got the impression she had not been waiting tables long, but she did a great job! We ordered margaritas, which Lisa said were on special. They came out overly sweet as they were obviously made with a mix. I complained to Lisa and she brought me a shot of tequila, which I added some to my drink. That did the trick! My wife ordered something else to drink. I had the blackened shrimp pasta which was delicious. My wife had the perch and really like it. We will return next time we are in town. Great job Lisa! We got to give a shout out to the young man who seated us and made sure our water glasses were full. He was very attentive and did a great job, but we didn't get a name.
Just returned from dinner at Waterfront Restaurant. Ordered lemon pepper whitefish, which I had several weeks ago and was fine. Plate came tonight with very small fish portion, yellow in color and Very salty. Tried to make the best of it, when waitress asked how it was, I told her the truth. She took it back, but returned the plate, saying management said I ate too much of it . Also they advertise in local paper( fullmoonad.com) a happy hour Wednesday-Friday 4-6. Was told it was Monday-Wednesday????? Waitress did a great job, the setting is enjoyable, but a really poor experience. ( was told they have a newer chef). BEWARE
Have to try it
Went here as kind of a high end dinner spot. Great setting as you are right on the lake but be ready for the cool breeze. our food was average and my " dry aged " steak wasn't any better than an average cut. Very good service and the patio seating is great . Of the 3 of us no one raved about the food and all said it was average.
This restaurant was probably really nice 10-20 years ago. Menu and decor could definitely use updating. The food was just ok, but I don’t think we’d go back. The view over the water is very pretty!
My family and I come up to Pure Michigan for our summer family vacation, three years running now. One staple of our trip is Silver Beach and the other is Waterfront Restaurant. There are several reasons that keeps us coming back for more at the Waterfront. The atmosphere is second to none. You dine 20’ from the sandy beachfront. Fare includes steaks and seafood as well as phenomenal sandwiches with family friendly prices. This trip we were served by Tina, one of the several family members involved with the Waterfront since her family purchased it 75 years ago. To say Tina understands service is an understatement. To say the food was hot and delicious is also an understatement. And to say Tina’s Mom isn’t the most adorably sweet lady in Michigan is also, you guessed it, an understatement. If after combing a Michigan beach in search of a lost and found gem, do yourself a favor and swing through The Waterfront. One of Michigan’s gems, with an address!
Arriving late we were looking for some great seafood and waterfront views. In spite of some negative reviews this cozy restaurant did not disappoint. Service was great and food excellent. We would definitely return.
Ten women for party planning meeting. Worse food than we ever had anywhere. Prime rib tasteless, tough, cold and baked potato cold. Pina colada tasteless like crushed ice only. Had to clear own dishes when finished. Bad service.
This is a great spot to pull your boat up and enjoy some live music and a drink. Love the beach and tables. Very cute. They just need better food and faster service. :)
This place is juust awful! Hoorible service. Waited 2.5 hours for our overpriced food that was either cold, undercooked, or just sub-par. The waitress was rude for the entire 3 hour duration that we were there and the manager refused to do anything about it. I would not recommend this place to my worst enemy!
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Great food,great service & the prices are very reasionable
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