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Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse, Indian River, MI

Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse

4.9
4.9
906 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
4653 S Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI 49749-9301

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
We have thoughtfully renovated a historic 1938 log building to a beautiful rustic chic atmosphere. Executive Chef Michael will take great care to provide our Guests a dining experience like no other. Our menu will offer a selection of ala cart steaks, seafood, salads, and shareables. We also offer an array of craft cocktails, beer, and an extensive wine selection. Michael and Maggie Wilp share a passion for quality food and service, careful attention to details, and are determined to treat every person that walks through the door as a welcome Guest.
4653 S. Straits Highway, Indian River, MI, 49749.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (231) 238-2137
  • Website
    http://michaelstavernandsteakhouse.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Michael Wilp
  • Location
    4653 S Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI 49749-9301
  • Neighborhood
    Petoskey
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 906 people are saying

Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Best Overall

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Best Food

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Best Service

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Best Ambiance

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Best Value

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Good for groups

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Healthy

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Hot spot

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Neighborhood gem

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Lively

  • Northern Michigan

    Best Overall

  • Northern Michigan

    Best Food

  • Northern Michigan

    Best Service

  • Northern Michigan

    Best Ambiance

  • Northern Michigan

    Best Value

  • Northern Michigan

    Good for groups

  • Northern Michigan

    Healthy

  • Northern Michigan

    Hot spot

  • Northern Michigan

    Neighborhood gem

  • Northern Michigan

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Northern Michigan

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse offers a "wonderful ambience" with "absolutely delicious" steaks and pork chops. Guests praise the "friendly service" and "outstanding staff," with servers like Virginia and Randy receiving special mentions. The menu, including "incredible whipped feta" and "top-notch Oreo donuts," consistently impresses. A "true gem," Michael's guarantees an "enjoyable experience."

906 Reviews

  1. Melissa

    Unspecified2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. Server was attentive and fun . We love Mchael’s! Thank you!

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  2. Wendy

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Why would you eat anywhere else in town? Michael's is outstanding!!

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  3. Nancy

    Northern MI1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience at Michael’s. Food was delicious. Virginia our waitress was exceptional as always!

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  4. Scott VIP

    Las Vegas12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great time here! Great food..great staff!

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  5. Pam

    Northern MI2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again, a fabulous meal, gracious server who didn’t hover, nicely spaced tables so you aren’t including neighbors in your conversations and easy to make reservations. This is my favorite place for celebrations or just a casual meal guaranteed to be wonderful every time.

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  6. Diane

    Indiana10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was delightful and started the evening off on a nice happy note. We had the whipped feta as an appetizer and it is incredible. For dinner one of our guest head the short ribs and the other two had the flank steak. Everyone loved their entrées and the flank steak was the most tender I've ever had. Seasoned perfectly.  And for dessert, we all split the Oreo donuts, a must have. Overall, it was a great evening and we will be back. Soon.

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  7. keysdna

    Key West22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful ambience, absolutely delicious steak and pork chops 😋! Great and friendly service! Will definitely be back!!

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  8. Rosie VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our top two favorite restaurants, food is amazing, flavorful, fresh, they take care in what they do. The staff are all so kind as well, they just do it right. Can’t wait to come back :)

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  9. Melissa

    Unspecified2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Miles was our server and was exceptional. He was very professional, friendly and attentive. Thank you for a wonderful time!

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  10. Rebecca

    Chicago13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoy Michael’s… had great service and an excellent meal!

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FAQs

Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (231) 238-2137.

Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse is rated 4.9 stars by 906 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula
  4. Northern Michigan
  5. Petoskey

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse

4653 S Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI 49749-9301

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Petoskey
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Wilp
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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