Windward Restaurant - Hampton Inn & Suites Manistee

Great views and that's about it! Service was absolutely horrible! Drinks were okay! Stay far away!

We had a very lovely dinner, and the sunset view - indeed - is gorgeous.

We dined here one night because we came in late and it was convenient. The next night, we dined here because the first night was fantastic. It was a great view for our young children as they enjoyed a pizza, the service was great, and our dinner was excellent.

Had dinner at the Windward Restaurant last night, it was delicious!!! I had the lemon piccata chicken and my husband had the bolognese and the carrot cake for dessert. People next to us had the meatballs and they were raving about them. Will definitely be eating here again when in town! Also, the sunset views can’t be beat!!!

Winter menu

We have been to Windward many times since it first opened! This by far Is the BEST food we’ve ever had here!!! The Beet Salad was to die for!! The best beet salad I’ve ever had! Big chunks of beets and a wonderful perfect combo of flavors! The steaks were cooked to perfection and the real mash potatoes were perfect!! The side veggies were unique and cooked to perfection. Large portions of everything! The roasted Brussel sprouts with pancetta was amazing- someone in our party had the Swiss mushroom burger and we all got a taste!! Wonderful!!! Great flavors everywhere. Give this place a go!! It’s fairly new, and they’ve really got it together - the menu, the chef, the atmosphere, the views. We come to Manistee often and this is as one of the best meals we’ve had here in town. Iliana was an amazing server as well. She handled the allergies in our party with a smile and double checked on everything!! She was great and got our order perfect! And the DESSERTS!! Amazing Carrot Cake! 5 Stars tonight!!

Wonderful view of the Big Lake. Would recommend going at sunset and making reservations.

We were a guest at the hotel celebrating our 20th anniversary. Arrived for supper around 6:30 and anticipated a long wait. We were ok with that. We were greeted by a young hostess that said there would be a long wait. She suggested we look to see if there was room at the bar…which she should have checked for is. There was not. I saw an empty table with a reserved tag. I asked if we could make a reservation for a later time to come back she said she couldn’t make a “same day” reservation. I asked if we could wait for the next available table after she was trying hard to get us to leave. She said to just come back but we didn’t want to miss a table opening and she said she couldn’t take names for list. The manager walked in and he said we could indeed wait and enjoy the view. Then he sees the reserved table. We overheard the conversation. That reservation wasn’t until 830 and they were her friends. He went ahead and seated us which we were thankful for but didn’t mind waiting a few tables cleared out after we were seated so the wait wouldn’t have been long. Our server was super friendly and efficient. The views and ambiance were spectacular. The food however was a different story. I ordered whitefish provincial. Rubbery cold white fish served on a bed of boxed rice a roni pilaf. With a half can of hunts tomato’s dumped on top. No seasonings whatsoever. Cafeteria food is better than this. I read that they have a chef. What kind if chef designs and serves meals like this? A high end elegant restaurant at the top of a high end resort like hotel!? Do better! My husband had fish and chips. The batter was bitter so either too much beer in it or too much baking soda. We will return as guests to the hotel but make other plans for our meals.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 4

The views, service, and dinner were all excellent. We almost didn't come because of the reviews, but we were more than happy with our entire experience. Our server was friendly and attentive, and very timely. Dinner came out quickly, and was cooked perfectly. My wife enjoyed her salmon, and my turkey melt was excellent. The prices are right in line with what you would spend for dinner at any other nice restaurant, and the views make it worth even more. Overall, I would definitely recommend having dinner here. We will be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

It was an enjoyable evening. Three different meals and all were great. Completely rolls were included.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

All the food was delicious and a wonderful view! I would recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

First time eating here and was pleasantly surprised. Great view of Lake Michigan in a nicely decorated place. My son and I started with truffle fries, which he pretty much devoured. We each got the double smash burger, which we both enjoyed although it was a bit much for him. I wouldn’t say they were actual smash burgers, but they were delicious. We didn’t find out until after ordering that there was a kid’s menu, the hostess did not provide us with one. Not a biggie really, but she seemed uninterested in being there to be honest.

Our waitress Abby was excellent! Very attentive and polite, and did a great job all around. She recommended the chocolate truffle bomb for dessert and the bite I had was excellent, my son couldn’t get enough of it.

We got there pretty much when it opened and it was pretty busy already. Service was quick considering it was busy.

All around, my son gave it a 10/10. I agree.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Unfortunately, because of the bad reviews, we did not go there even though we stayed at the hotel.
I was in the elevator talking to a couple who just dined there. They said it was mediocre.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

The BBQ chicken pizza was dry. Crust was awful. Looked nothing like the picture. Two Others at the table ordered the same thing and the dishes were drastically different outcomes. Not worth the money

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 3

We had a pizza and it was over cooked, the topping were skimpy and it was just awfully. The draft beer selection sucked. Couldn't even get a regular beer.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 3