The Lighthouse Restaurant
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Buttermilk Pancakes
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Hash Browns
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The Lighthouse Restaurant Reviews
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The food wasn’t very good and it was very expensive. We were there for breakfast. The bathrooms weren’t kept up well. The service was quite slow even though there weren’t many people in the restaurant. The server was trying to be a comedian but it didn’t work. I will not go back.
So my wife and I ate breakfast at the lighthouse on the last day of our anniversary trip. I had a bacon and egg bagel. She had two eggs over easy with hashbrowns. We had 2 cups of coffee. The service was extremely slow, the food was marginal at Best, and we paid almost $60 for our morning breakfast and it wasn’t worth $25 total. Needless to say we will not be back ever. we did leave a small five or six dollar tip because it wasn’t entirely the waitresses fault. And...read full review
Great food and service.
Hours
| Monday | 7AM - 2PM |
| Tuesday | 7AM - 2PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM - 2PM |
| Thursday | 7AM - 2PM |
| Friday | 7AM - 2PM |
| Saturday | 7AM - 2PM |
| Sunday | 7AM - 2PM |
The Lighthouse Restaurant is a popular dining establishment in Mackinaw City, known for its cleanliness and efficient service. The food is generally decent, with standout items like perfect bacon and hashbrowns. The coffee is a highlight, but diners may encounter occasional inconsistencies, such as overcooked eggs. Condiments may need to be requested, and prices can be higher than expected. The restaurant offers a buy one, get one free promotion, but it has limited menu item eligibility and requires a coupon.
Customers have provided mixed reviews, with some noting the friendly wait staff but finding the prices to be a bit high. Others have expressed frustration with the coupon's limitations, as the buy one, get one free offer only applies to select menu items. The restaurant has also faced challenges with staffing, leading to delays in seating and service. However, one customer praised the delicious ham and good service during their visit, especially after the Labor Day Bridge Walk.
Recent reviews highlight the cozy and welcoming atmosphere, as well as the attentive and friendly service. The food is described as solid, with the French toast being tasty and comforting, and the Lighthouse omelette being enjoyable due to the flavorful fillings. However, some customers found the toast to be heavy on the butter, and the hash browns to be quite greasy. Overall, the reviews suggest it is a good option for a low-key meal with great service, but not necessarily a step above your average local breakfast place.