Traverse City, Michigan – Travel and Lodging

After 19 years Dinghy’s has established itself as one of the best local eateries Up North. Steve Christian has been owner of Dinghy’s for the past 14 years. Customers come from far and wide to enjoy the experience at Dinghy’s. Formerly Baker’s Bar – for 40 years – Dinghy’s is a landmark in Downtown Frankfort, in beautiful Benzie County , Michigan.

We pride ourselves on serving high quality and great tasting menu items made from the freshest ingredients, obtained from local sources when available. Dinghy’s has become famous for the meats that we cook in our own smoker using local hardwoods. In the early years we began serving only ribs and pulled pork bar-b-que sandwiches from our smoker. Over the last few years we have added bar-b-que chicken, huge turkey legs, and brisket served as an entree or as a French dip sandwich. This year, we introduced our newest menu item from our in-house smoker: chicken wings.

Meal after meal, we can promise you consistently great food at a reasonable price. We are also confident that we have the best staff in the area. All of our servers are well experienced and possess the knack for making everyone feel like members of the Dinghy’s extended family. They love what they do, and it shows.

The nautical theme of the restaurant highlights the history of the ferry boat fleet that steamed out of Frankfort harbor. The old car ferry signs that hang from the ceiling mark the days when those great ships sailed between the harbors of Michigan , Illinois and Wisconsin . Stained glass over the entry windows add to the nautical theme.

Several old maritime maps and photos adorn the walls, along with fish mounts that call attention to Frankfort ‘s Charter fishing fleet and the quality outdoor experience that abounds in Benzie County . Behind the bar hangs the World Record Brown Trout caught on a 10 lb. line right across the street in Betsie Lake .

Dinghy’s Restaurant and Bar
415 Main Street
Frankfort, MI 49635
231-352-4702

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Northern Express – Dinghy’s New Lifeline: Families, Ribs

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Va and Bobbiesee serve Pan-Asian cuisine married with American flair. Their cutting edge techniques will make even old favorites new again. Come get a 5-star experience in this sexy, waterfront restaurant. The Fusion boasts of Michigan’s largest sake list, most innovative small plates, decadent dessert bar, and coolest clientele.

Everything we do at The Fusion is designed around the idea of using the freshest ingredients, perfectly blended, and fanatically prepared from “scratch.” From hand-cut meat and poultry and to daily braised shanks to hand-made dumplings and hand-crafted desserts, one taste and you’ll understand everything you need to know about The Fusion.

Here at The Fusion Restaurant, we build on four main principles (we call them “The 4 F’s To Success”):

FRESH preparation of all our foods
FLAVORFUL & original cooking of our foods
FRIENDLY & knowledgeable staff, ready to serve
FUN dining environment & experience for our customers

Let us put the FRESH, FLAVORFUL, & FUN part of eating back into your life.

The Fusion
300 Main Street
Frankfort, MI 49635
231-352-4114

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Our family owned and operated ’50s style diner serves a full menu and great pizza with a vintage look and feel. Enjoy good food, fair prices and fast, friendly service.

Not in the mood for a burger but craving a real shake? Papa J’s serves the best hand dipped and soft serve ice cream, real shakes and malts in town.

Papa J’s ’50s style diner has been located in the village of Honor for 13 years. Good food, small town charm and a vintage look and feel has made Papa J’s a local favorite. Our recent expansion allows for plenty of seating and our new all you can eat buffet and salad bar is sure to please everyone.

Papa J’s Pizzeria & Diner
Honor Shopping Plaza – US-31
Honor, MI 49640
231-325-7070

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