The best eats and drinks - Saugatuck
For a town its size, Saugatuck has an embarrassingly large number of terrific little spots for food and drink. We’ve put together a selection of our favorites. If visiting in the off-season, make sure you double check the spot is open as many businesses close in the winter months.
Low-cost ($1 for adults, 50¢ for seniors/kid) on-demand shuttle rides throughout the area (including Saugatuck, Douglas and south to 124th Ave). Call 269-857-1418 to arrange a pick-up.
329 Water St, Saugatuck | (269) 455-5719
Our favorite spot for pizza and craft beer, The Mitten Brewing Company is an excellent spot to share a pie and in the warmer months, enjoy some lawn games outside on Water Street.
230 Culver St, Saugatuck | (269) 455-5481
If you’re in the mood for one of the best steaks of your life with classic cocktails in an impossibly adorable spots, head to Bowdie’s, a classic chophouse.
149 Griffith St, Saugatuck | (269) 857-2053
Great little spot for lunch and dinner with dishes that are just a little different than you’d expect. New: a massive rear beer garden.
147 Water Street, Saugatuck | (269) 857-4248
Excellent classic red sauce Italian joint with amazing lasagna and super tasty pizza.
340 Water St, Saugatuck | (269) 857-8208
If you’re looking for water-front dining, the Mermaid Inn is a lovely spot with all-around good food.
528 Water Street, Saugatuck | (269) 857-2194
Lively, open air spot on the water that’s good for brunch and drinks with a good selection of beer and cocktails.
302 Culver St, Saugatuck | (269) 857-1242
Small, refreshing spot featuring upscale takes on midwestern classics.
3657 63rd St, Saugatuck | (269) 543-2238
Recently opened in the historical, this brewery serves a wide selection of beer styles, and serves snacks, tacos, hot dogs and sandwiches.
Ida’s Red Cottage
645 Water St, Saugatuck | (269) 455-9834
Adorable, classic Saugatuck spot for breakfast and breakfast pastas. Be ready to wait, but totally worth it. Cash only.
215 Butler Street, Saugatuck | (269) 857-1555
Go for the broiled chicken. Everything else is delicious, too.
6432 Blue Star Highway, Saugatuck | (269) 857-5001
When you need good bar food, go here. Order the taco dip. You won’t regret it.
880 Holland Street, Saugatuck | (269) 857-3555
We go here perhaps more than any other spot. With the best fried chicken in the area, The Southerner is a great southern style spot for breakfast, lunch and dinner with excellent cocktails.
127 Hoffman Street, Saugatuck | (269) 857-3333
Best coffee roaster and shop in Saugatuck. Excellent place for breakfast and quick bites.
449 Water Street, Saugatuck | (269) 857-2888
Great bar food, great pizza, something for everyone! Warning - the buffalo egg rolls are ridiculously addictive.
Sand Bar Saloon
141 Butler Street, Saugatuck | (269) 857-2676
Cash only with a Juke box and excellent clientele. No food, unless you want chips.
3319 Blue Star Highway | (269) 455-5133
Amazing pastries, lunch and all day brunch in an adorable little (former) home that is just about as quintessential Saugatuck as you can get. Try the Whitefish sandwich. It’s beyond ridiculous.