Observatory Lounge
820 Shelden Ave, Houghton
(906) 487-1700
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Andrea is a delightful bartender! She is beautiful and funny and makes the best cocktails. She laughs at my dad jokes but She needs to work on her balance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrea is the best bartender in town.
I asked for an NA cocktail & she whipped up a drink that tasted just like a mule but a little spicier.
So delicious! Cant wait to come back & try more of her creations!
Atmosphere is the best in town as well!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the 2 nicest places to have a meal in Houghton (the other being The Den).
Great food, very good service. However if you’re a vegetarian, there may not be too many options for you. Also, they don’t currently offer dessert due to reasons beyond their control.
I’d like to see them diversify their cocktails a bit. I was informed by their staff that their menu will be changing soon, so that might already be in the works
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love the atmosphere and the view, but the food could use some work. I had the pasta dish. The sauce wasn't very tasty and the food was barely warm. However the cocktails were great. I think that it is better to go there for cocktails and eat somewhere else.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 4
Had the waygu burger with house-made apple butter bacon jam, which was delicious. The crab stuffing was one of the best crab cakes I’ve had. Chefs brought us the food which definitely added to the experience. Overall great service, bartenders are friendly and we can’t wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had an amazing time! The food was amazing and clearly made in house - some of the best food I’ve had in Houghton and absolutely worth the price. The bartenders always nail the drinks, and the servers are always friendly and knowledgeable about both the food and drinks. Highly recommend stopping at the observatory even if you are not staying at the Hampton!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If waffle house had a bar you would be close to the experience you can expect at this restaurant. Don't even get me started on the service. Asked for a white wine , a Pinot and I was given red and told they don't have White Pinot. Could have said that before charging me for a wine I didn't want. The food was a joke. Microwaved appetizer came at the same time as our meal. Left hungrier then when we got there. Burger was a slider. Salad was a plate of lettuce. Stay home and open a can of beans, you'll be happier.
Absolutely the best resturant around! The food was perfect and I went with my wife twice! The tacos were really good pork or fish, and the fries were cooked perfectly. Andrea was an amazing bartender/hostess!! Huge shout out to her and the rest of the staff that made us feel welcome on our vacation here! I only wish we could be here for the new menu coming soon!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tamara was great, hard worker, tnx
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great service, food, and atmosphere! We had a quick and attentive bartender. Both food and drinks came out quickly and I really enjoyed everything! It is pricey compared to what else is available in town, but I’d pay the premium for the better and quicker service any day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Best cocktails in the greater Houghton area. Awesome views!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
My husband Louie and my good friend Melissa had a wonderful tasty dinner. The Parmesan crusted whitefish and pork tacos were delicious. Highly recommended!
View is very nice and the actual setting is awesome. The food we experienced was marginal at best. Ordered a vodka press and bartender told me that it was not a cocktail and insinuated that I was a tourist from out of state and was requesting something that was beyond the realm. Much better options that are within walking distance of the hotel.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
Overpriced Sysco meals. Very much felt like these meals were picked out of a catalog, reheated, and sold at a premium price. Not even the lemonade was real—it was Crystal Lite. While the view is very nice, if you’re looking for good food that is worth its price, you’re better off looking elsewhere. This place vastly over-represents itself online.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
ANDREA IS THE BEST BARTENDER EVER. THE SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT AND THE FISH Taco is awarded winning. Every thing was excellent
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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