23 Best American Restaurants in Mackinac Island

“Great food! An unexpected find in the U.P.!“

“We ate here while on a bicycle trip. It's a good restaurant right along the main street and was recommended to us. Food and service were good, though a bit slow. Sitting on the patio outside might have made the atmosphere more appealing, but we didn't want to sit in the sun. It's a good restaurant, though I don't know how it compares to others in the area since we only had one meal while on the island.“

“It’s always a great experience at the Carriage House!!! Friendly staff, amazing food, stunning views, comfortable atmosphere! Love this place! ❤️“

“Great spot, I believe they only have outdoor seating. Tyler or Taylor (I cannot remember which) was especially helpful 7/3/26 at helping us find the perfect table for our party. The food was excellent (loved the calamari) and came out promptly. Other members of my party enjoyed their mixed drinks. And our waiter even sang some Lion King to the kiddos at our table! This place was a great end to a great trip. 👍“

“We have made Kingston Kitchen an annual dinner location while visiting Mackinac Island. The jerk chicken fettuccine alfredo is a must!! My husband had the bbq fried chicken and is still talking about how great it was! Great food plus a friendly atmosphere with a great waitstaff. Highly recommended.“

“Great food and drinks !! Our waitress was amazing for the second year !!“

“Great atmosphere, food and service!“

“Took 45 minutes with a bunch of confusion to get a burger and fries. The waitress with kind and accommodating but some of the waitresses we’re eating in the back in the kitchen as we waited.“

“One of the oldest buildings in Michigan dating back to the 1780’s. Food and apps are killer! Service is great food comes out quick and hot. The ambience of the building is really cool. Military and law-enforcement discount. Super veteran and law-enforcement friendly. This is a great American establishment in one of the oldest Michigan buildings! I truly look forward to coming here every single year we’re on vacation! This is a staple on our trip!“

“We live in Ohio and never get fresh fish. My wife and I decided to split the fish n chips and a cheeseburger meal. Both were outstanding! I like to save what tastes best for last and I couldn't decide. The burger meal comes with kettle chips and I thought about substituting them for fries, but the fish came with fries so we kept the chips and were very glad we did. If you make say what was the best thing I ate, it would be the fresh white fish. Delicious!!!! My wife and I don't eat out very often and this was the best meal we've had in years.“

“fantastic food! great service. Yvette was the best server.“

“We really enjoyed eating here . And we are very thankful to our nice server Cornell for giving us a great service. And we enjoyed our appetizers that we ordered.“

“The food is always awesome! My husband literally has talked about it since last year! He finally got his hamburger and fries he waited a year for and i got the pasta salad. We loved it!!!“

“The dueling pianos show is a blast. Good times, great drinks. Bartenders Bree and Goron are the best.“

“Had both the chili with corn bread and the burger with pork belly bacon, egg, cheese on a brioche. Everything great - good service and knowledgeable staff. Craft beers and live music was a bonus along with the outdoor patio. Highly recommend - great getaway from the chaos of the island.“

“Beautiful ride up and amazing dinner atmosphere“

“Riley Riley Riley! You are unforgettable. Thank you for a fun evening, great toast and BTW my son got all the messages to pause on overeating fudge. See you next year! Cheers!“

“We just got married at Mission Point on July 4, 2025 and had the best experience!! Julie Suddon and Charlotte Mills and the entire staff were incredible. Julie was super responsive and sweet from start to finish. Super easy to work with and just a nice person. She transitioned us to Charlotte Mills to do the actual planning and the transition was super smooth with tons of communication. Charlotte was equally impressive. Her communication was great from start to finish as well and fantastic for our rehearsal and the day of the wedding. Just super smooth from touring to actually getting married. We were so thankful for the wonderful and professional communication which eased any stress we could’ve otherwise had! We are so happy we decided to choose Mission Point and recommend anyone do the same if looking to get married on Mackinac Island!! Food was great, bartender was great, the vendors were chose were all on the suggested vendor list which made things super, super easy! Just so smooth, cannot say that enough! Thank you for making our wedding day perfect and for making the planning so fun and easy! Julia and Chris McAlpine❤️“

“Wonderful dinner! We tried everything. From the New York Strip, to the whitefish to the Wagyu burger, it was all amazing. The property itself is beautiful and we enjoyed the sunset over looking Lake Huron. Angus took the best care of us and we look forward to seeing him next year!“

“Fantastic food, excellent portions relative to the rest of the island. Service was very kind considering all circumstances with my party.

This was our second time here and it was just as good 3 years ago as it was today. Highly recommend for lunch and or dinner.“

“We had our dinner here and it was absolutely delicious. They had a very nice buffet.“

“Stopped by Starbucks while exploring Mackinac Island and was impressed by how efficiently the team handled a steady stream of visitors. Despite being busy, the staff stayed friendly, organized, and kept drinks moving quickly. My Grande Iced Hazelnut Oatmilk Shaken Espresso was made perfectly and hit the spot on a warm day. ☕

The store itself was clean, inviting, and had a fun Mackinac Island vibe, complete with a colorful mural that made for a great photo opportunity. It’s the perfect place to grab a familiar favorite before heading out to explore the island. A great combination of Starbucks consistency and island charm! 🌸🚲🏝“

“Great dining location, very cozy and comfortable. Excellent food choices.“