Ida Red's Cottage

$ • Brunch, Breakfast, Vegan

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About Ida Red's Cottage

Ida Red's Cottage is a cozy and delightful restaurant with a warm atmosphere. The staff, including Mac and Danielle, greet customers with casual warmth and serve with courtesy and skill. The menu offers a range of dishes, including large omelettes, full-size pancakes, and thick-cut toast, all made with real butter and good jams. The food is fresh and well-prepared, with favorites like cornmeal pancakes, blueberry muffins, and eggs that are always cooked just right. The restaurant is family-owned and provides a true Michigan local experience. Located right across the street from the water, it becomes a lively spot in the summer with lots of activity and a romantic vibe, making it perfect for a day out with loved ones. Despite some minor drawbacks like hard seating and noise reflection, the overall experience is excellent. The place is popular, especially in summer, so wait times may occur, but many find it worth the wait. Open year-round, it’s a great spot for brunch and meeting friends, with good coffee and a friendly atmosphere.

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Ida Red's Cottage Reviews

4.3
215 ratings
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Food
4.5
Atmosphere
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Service
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Gigantic portions. Fresh bread was delicious. Cute atmosphere. Quick service. Great value considering how much good food you get.
We were a group of 3 senior ladies, traveling from Chicago to Traverse City, who stopped at Ida Reds for breakfast. They ask you to sign in and then seat you in that order. Phenomenal is the best word to describe our food. I haven’t had French toast as my mom cooked since I was a kid….I’m 73. Don’t like pancakes but I tasted them from my friend….gosh, what I’ve been missing! My other friend had the basted eggs with ham and fresh fried potato slices…enough for 2 people...read full review
We live in Saugatuck and enjoy going for brunch occasionally. We recommend the cornmeal pancakes and blueberry muffins. The omlet/scrambles are fantastic. The winter hours significantly reduce their schedule (open Friday thru Sunday). Because it is so popular, in the summertime, you will have to wait to get in. The location, is right across the street from the water, and in summer there is lots of activity and the town is filled with love and romance. Great place to come with...read full review

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Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 8AM - 2PM
Friday 8AM - 2PM
Saturday 8AM - 2PM
Sunday 8AM - 2PM
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