A Foodie's Guide To Saugatuck, Michigan
Some of the most important memories are imprinted on your tongue, especially during vacation. We want to ensure your luxury and satisfactory vacation, so check out this guide to our top rated eateries in the Michigan Beachtowns of Saugatuck/Douglas.
Coffee Shops
Grow Cafe
A prime spot for brunch, GROW is a an iconic staple for locals and visitors alike. Their menu is full of vibrant and fresh flavors that will have you coming back for more. Their goal is to demonetize their hospitality and get rid of wage disparity. Truly a unique restaurant. Try out the carrot cake pancakes or the blueberry lemon french toast for a mouthwatering brunch!
Uncommon Coffee Roasters
A local coffeeshop and roasting facility that Upscale Lakeshore has partnered with. We recently released a special Upscale Lakeshore blend that is available in all of our vacation rentals. Uncommon Coffee Roasters is a tasty café to visit when you’re on the go and want fresh lattes and baked goods.
Pennyroyal Cafe & Provisions
A mix between a cafe, provisions shop, and a restaurant, Pennyroyal Cafe & Provisions is a local favorite, featuring refined and creative twists on classic plates with artisan cocktails, coffee, and pastries. In the summer, you may find a line to get seated. It’s just that good. Make sure to get there a little early!
Outside Coffee Co
Outside Coffee Co has all of the bases covered for lounging outside in almost any weather condition. You can enjoy this outdoor space with a furry friend, as long as they’re on a leash. The shop is very accommodating to guests with dairy and gluten allergies or food intolerances or people who are simply looking for some plant-based options. Customers can find vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free food options, as well as almond, soy, and coconut milk.
Bars and Breweries
Coastal Society
Coastal Society is a coastal inspired cocktail bar where you can come, relax, and sip on quality and homemade cocktails. They also have shareables like pizza and charcuterie boards. Also check out their live music on Saturdays!
Guardian Brewing Company
A women owned business, Guardian Brewing Company is all about inclusivity, especially with quality ingredients and tasty meals. They operate on a seasonal menu with local fresh ingredients and offering meat, vegan, vegetarian, dairy free and gluten free options. The Guardian also likes to keep it fun and fresh with open mic nights, trivia nights, beer classes, and more.
New Holland Brewing
New Holland Brewing has multiple locations across West Michigan, and all for good reason. They have been mastering the craft of brewing since 1997, and their beers and spirits are sold nationwide. Their menu features American bar food, but they don’t sacrifice flavor or quality. They put just as much attention into their food as they do their craft beers and spirits.
The Mitten Brewing Co
The Saugatuck pub boasts some dynamite outdoor seating. Enjoy the breeze from the lakeshore with a cold craft beer in hand while at The Mitten Brewing Co and you don’t even need to leave your seat for a refill! We have people that will bring you food if only you ask.
Restaurants
Bowdie’s Chophouse
Here at Upscale Lakeshore we’ll never stop expressing our love for Bowdie’s Chophouse. It’s a high quality steakhouse house in a Sinatra style building bringing high class lower Manhattan eating to Sauagtuck. They offer indoor and outdoor seating, as well as private dining. Bowdie’s has truly mastered the art of bringing refined dining to a small coastal town setting.
Borrowed Time
A shared plate experience restaurant that promotes bonding and sharing with your friends and family. Borrowed Time offers tasteful and gourmet dishes bound to fill your hearts. They curate their menu with fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients and offer indoor and outdoor seating.
Pumpernickels
Offering every meal of the day and specialty cocktails, Pumpernickels is a gathering place for good conversation and great food. Whether Brunch or Dinner, Pumpernickels offers only fresh and quality ingredients from local Michigan farmers.
The Southerner
Bringing Appalachia and quality southern cooking to the north, The Southerner has the best fried chicken in town. Available for lunch and dinner, you can order for takeout or sit at their restaurant on the water.
Well Wishes from Upscale Lakeshore
At Upscale Lakeshore we believe a memorable and exciting vacation is marked not by just where you stay, but also where you eat. We want to share our favorite spots and flavors with you to give you the best vacation you can have. We wish you a wonderful time full of satisfied stomachs and relaxed minds!
