The food, table service, and atmosphere was great. However, the staff manager was absolutely horrible to his staff. He was yelling at them like you have never seen before. When called out, he doubled down and said that both of his daughters work there and the rest of his staff are like his children and that they need a firm hand. Proceeded to tell me that I must have never worked in hospitality. I explained that is not the case!! I told him that does NOT mean that you can treat your staff that way!! He felt like he could belittle and yell at his staff the way he does because and quote “ this is a seasonal restaurant and it’s crazy!”. No one in their right mind would agree to that statement. We have all been to busy restaurants, that are open year round, and they do not treat their staff this way. I will never be back and this is coming from the most rational mindset. Again, our food was good, and our server was good. This was just not something that you can just turn your cheek on…just absolute terrible treatment to the staff and instead of being embarrassed of someone speaking up for them, he decided to yell at the patrons. Other guests were also completely disgusted by the managers behavior.
Nikki Reid
Server/bartender here. Food and drinks tasted good. Service? Took forever to get an order of 2 kids grilled cheese and a chx quasadilla in. 19 yr old runner drops the food. Zero check backs. Flagged down a server to request a bill Still didn't get it, had to send my bf and kids to the car so I could track down the server and pay the bartender without making a scene
Aaron M
Excellent bar with great prices.
Jamie Casey
Island Vibes and Cheeseburgers Worth the Ferry Ride
Brown’s Bar is like a vacation you don’t have to fly to — just hop the ferry, grab a drink, and suddenly all your worries float away (and hopefully not your boat keys). The burgers are legendary, the beers are cold, and the view? Absolute Michigan magic.
Whether you show up by boat or by barstool, it’s always a good time here. A must-stop spot for summer. My only complaint? They haven’t named a drink after me yet… but there’s still time.
Darryl kurily
Drinks are great and you got get the Tuna Poke. It’s a great appetizer
Anthony
This place is great to get loose with a rowdy crowd!
Lorraine Tessier
The view and atmosphere is amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Madison's Burger
Lori Timmons
Love the location
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Nachos
Jane Williams
Great food and water views! We had fresh Walleye and it was delicious!
Favorite spot when traveling on the water, take family when they are in town visiting
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
raimiebaker
Incredible place with great prices. Brown's is where the locals go. It's got great safe dockage for all size boats, live music, fair drink prices, a menu with something for everyone and friendly, fun staff. Food is consistent and tasty, views and atmosphere like no where else.
Vegetarian options: Impossible burger
Kid-friendliness: Kids menu and kids are welcome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lake Perch, Fish Sandwich, Nachos
Lazermissile
Love it here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Sandwich, Sandwich, Lake Perch, Fresh Walleye
amesh newton
Get an itemized receipt, especially if you have an out of state ID.
The food, table service, and atmosphere was great. However, the staff manager was absolutely horrible to his staff. He was yelling at them like you have never seen before. When called out, he doubled down and said that both of his daughters work there and the rest of his staff are like his children and that they need a firm hand. Proceeded to tell me that I must have never worked in hospitality. I explained that is not the case!! I told him that does NOT mean that you can treat your staff that way!! He felt like he could belittle and yell at his staff the way he does because and quote “ this is a seasonal restaurant and it’s crazy!”. No one in their right mind would agree to that statement. We have all been to busy restaurants, that are open year round, and they do not treat their staff this way. I will never be back and this is coming from the most rational mindset. Again, our food was good, and our server was good. This was just not something that you can just turn your cheek on…just absolute terrible treatment to the staff and instead of being embarrassed of someone speaking up for them, he decided to yell at the patrons. Other guests were also completely disgusted by the managers behavior.
Server/bartender here. Food and drinks tasted good. Service? Took forever to get an order of 2 kids grilled cheese and a chx quasadilla in. 19 yr old runner drops the food. Zero check backs. Flagged down a server to request a bill
Still didn't get it, had to send my bf and kids to the car so I could track down the server and pay the bartender without making a scene
Excellent bar with great prices.
Island Vibes and Cheeseburgers Worth the Ferry Ride
Brown’s Bar is like a vacation you don’t have to fly to — just hop the ferry, grab a drink, and suddenly all your worries float away (and hopefully not your boat keys). The burgers are legendary, the beers are cold, and the view? Absolute Michigan magic.
Whether you show up by boat or by barstool, it’s always a good time here. A must-stop spot for summer. My only complaint? They haven’t named a drink after me yet… but there’s still time.
Drinks are great and you got get the Tuna Poke. It’s a great appetizer
This place is great to get loose with a rowdy crowd!
The view and atmosphere is amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Madison's Burger
Love the location
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Nachos
Great food and water views! We had fresh Walleye and it was delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fresh Walleye
Good food, decent service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Lake Perch, Of Onion Rings
Restaurantji Recommends
Favorite spot when traveling on the water, take family when they are in town visiting
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Incredible place with great prices. Brown's is where the locals go. It's got great safe dockage for all size boats, live music, fair drink prices, a menu with something for everyone and friendly, fun staff. Food is consistent and tasty, views and atmosphere like no where else.
Vegetarian options: Impossible burger
Kid-friendliness: Kids menu and kids are welcome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lake Perch, Fish Sandwich, Nachos
Love it here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Sandwich, Sandwich, Lake Perch, Fresh Walleye
Get an itemized receipt, especially if you have an out of state ID.
Great experience. Friendly staff and good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish Sandwich
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