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Dining options on Mackinac Island include a variety of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and allergen-free foods.

VEGETARIAN OPTIONS ON MACKINAC ISLAND + Special Dietary Restaurant Options

Mackinac Island is known for many reasons; history, horses, bicycles, stunning views. That feeling you get when you step ashore and away from the chaos of the mainland. Another (literal) treat on Mackinac Island is the variety of dining options on Mackinac Island. From freshly caught whitefish to bold flavors of the Caribbean, elaborate indoor …

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The outdoor garden at Ice House BBQ on Mackinac Island is a beautiful place for lawn games, food and drink.

Ice House BBQ: A Secluded Garden Hideaway on Mackinac Island

Mackinac Island is full of extraordinary places, and Ice House BBQ is definitely one of them. At first glance, it may seem like a typical restaurant. But there’s a lot more than meets the eye! For starters, let’s check out the history of Mackinac Island’s Ice House BBQ In the 1800s, ice from the Great …

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A sign out front of Mackinac Island’s historic Doud’s Market identifies it as America’s oldest grocery store.

Doud’s Market is a Fourth-Generation Family Business

Dating back to 1884, Doud’s Market has been in existence for 138 years. Current owner, Andrew Doud is a fourth-generation market owner and proudly carries on the family tradition to this day. Andrew took over the market in 2007 and closed the store for an entire winter to do a complete renovation on the market. …

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Doud’s Market & Deli on Mackinac Island is a grocery store that stocks food, drinks and picnic items.

Where to find basic necessities on Mackinac Island

Ah, vacation on Mackinac Island! Time to relax and take a break from the routine, leaving behind the usual worries of life. Except that even in a magical place such as Mackinac Island, we all have to take care of our basic needs. For sure, the fun part of planning a trip to Mackinac Island …

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Mackinac Island offers a variety of outdoor dining options with unique settings, from waterfront cafes to garden patios.

Outdoor dining on Mackinac Island: Fresh air is on the menu, too!

Over the past year, many people have rekindled their love for the outdoors. They’ve explored trails, taken the back road, and found themselves outside more than ever. This goes for dining too. Outdoor dining has surged lately as more folks are opting for all things outdoors. On Michigan’s Mackinac Island, restaurants are taking precautions to …

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Seabiscuit Café is part of Mackinac Island’s diverse dining scene with unique restaurants and bars full of character.

Welcome back! 4 Mackinac Island businesses re-opening this year

Mackinac Island safely welcomed hundreds of thousands of visitors in 2020 during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. They experienced ferry boat rides from the mainland and enjoyed horse-drawn carriage rides. They savored delicious Mackinac Island food, soaked up beautiful summer weather and watched incredible sunsets beyond the Mackinac Bridge. Yet, for all the ways …

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Bicycling on Mackinac Island is one of the main ways of getting around because cars are not allowed on Mackinac Island.

How much does it cost to go to Mackinac Island?

How much does it cost to visit Mackinac Island? Well, that depends. You can stay in the luxurious four-bedroom Masco Cottage at Grand Hotel with a personal chef, fully stocked bar and a private outdoor hot tub for $4,675 a night. Or a discounted rate of $27,400 a week. On the other hand, you can …

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Mackinac Island is home to many art galleries and shops as well as permanent sculptures and the Mackinac Art Museum.

Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau contest winner part of Mackinac Island’s artistic legacy

There are no vineyards on Mackinac Island like the one Maeve Croghan painted to win the Georges Duboeuf 2020 Beaujolais Nouveau Artist Label Contest. But the artistry she exhibited in her winning work has been cultivated for decades in the lovely environs of the northern Michigan vacation destination. For the past 25 years, Croghan and …

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Great Lakes whitefish is a popular dish on Mackinac Island and one of many kinds of local Michigan food to eat during a visit.

Where to get the most Michigan-tasting food on Mackinac Island

You don’t have to look very far to find world-famous Mackinac Island fudge when you visit Michigan’s Mackinac Island. With more than a dozen fudge shops, the sugary treat is everywhere! For many Mackinac Island visitors, sampling the many decadent flavors of fudge is a highlight of their trip. Yet, the popular Michigan delicacy is …

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Sipping coffee on a Mackinac Island porch is a great way to start the day.

A Coffee Fanatic’s Guide to Mackinac Island

You may be out of the office when you’re on Mackinac Island, but that doesn’t mean you want to be out of coffee. Relishing a cup o’ joe is a morning ritual for many of us. From the sound of the pour, to the arresting aroma, to that very first sip: it’s a process that …

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VEGETARIAN OPTIONS ON MACKINAC ISLAND + Special Dietary Restaurant Options

Ice House BBQ: A Secluded Garden Hideaway on Mackinac Island

Doud’s Market is a Fourth-Generation Family Business

Where to find basic necessities on Mackinac Island

Outdoor dining on Mackinac Island: Fresh air is on the menu, too!

Welcome back! 4 Mackinac Island businesses re-opening this year

How much does it cost to go to Mackinac Island?

Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau contest winner part of Mackinac Island’s artistic legacy

Where to get the most Michigan-tasting food on Mackinac Island

A Coffee Fanatic’s Guide to Mackinac Island

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