Food

  • Exterior of a restaurant with green siding, red and white striped awning, flower boxes, potted plants, and red mulch in front.

    Noka Cafe

    (One-minute drive) Brunch and live music, at 1387 N. Straits Hwy in Topinabee! Noka Cafe is open 7 days a week from 8 - 2, as well as Friday and Saturday evenings. Take Out meals are available, just call (231)238-2159 to place your order. Noka specializes in delicious omelets, French toast, “stuffed cakes” with apple and bacon, biscuits and gravy, and more. For evening meals, Noka offers fresh fried lake perch with fries and slaw, Bourbon Burgers, Sausage Penne pasta, Michigan Cherry Chicken salad over greens, and homemade beef Pasties (hand-held meat pie).

  • Logo of Northland Brewing Co. with a cluster of green hop cones in the center, surrounded by the company's name in white text.

    Northland Brewing Co.

    Indian River: Small-batch craft brews, food, and lively libations in a beer garden setting, Northland Brewing Co. also has live music, occasional food trucks, and Indian River Farmer’s Market on Thursday mornings. A quick 5-minute drive south from Indian River RV Resort, at 3798 S. Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI 49749.

  • Logo for Christopher's Café with a fried egg illustration and the words 'Always Fresh' at the top.

    Christopher's Cafe

    A downtown Indian River tradition since 1942. Christopher’s serves dozens of breakfast favorites (including Elk sausage!) all day; salads, quesadillas, soup, burgers, wings, wraps, and more. Close by at 3725 S. Straits Hwy, in Indian River, Michigan. Open 7 days a week, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

  • Close-up of a sign for Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse with a dark background and stylized lettering.

    Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse

    Michael’s is Indian River’s boutique steakhouse, serving delicious American cuisine. Distinctive dishes include Lobster and Truffle Mac N’ Cheese, Michigan Craft Burgers, Scottish Salmon, Baby Back Ribs, Pasta, and a large assortment of Sushi. Open in the evening Tuesday through Saturday. Located 5.8 miles from Indian River RV Resort at 4653 S. Straits Highway.

  • Aerial view of Coveyou Scenic Farm Market at sunset, with a white barn, decorated pumpkins, colorful flowers, and Adirondack chairs on a grassy area.

    Local Farmer's Markets

    Indian River, Cheboygan, and Petoskey: Indian River has a lovely Farmer’s Market Northland Brewing every Thursday afternoon from 2 - 6 p.m., June through October (3798 S. Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI 49749) 💐 Love beautiful flower bouquets? Check out locally grown blooms from Maybank Flower Farm at the Indian River Farmer’s Market. Northland Brewing is the place to be when the market concludes and the Summer Concerts begin! 🥕 Harvest Thyme Farm is a local spot for delicious veggies. Harvest Thyme hosts a Farm Stand full of fresh options at 4848 Indian Trail Road, Cheboygan, MI 49721 and at the Outdoor Farmers Market in Festival Square, Cheboygan, on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 am to 1 pm (115 Backus St., Cheboygan). 🥬 Bills Farm Market in Petoskey is open Monday through Saturday, with locally grown, seasonal produce, herbs, wreaths, flowers, jams, jellies, and more! Don’t miss their sweet corn on the cob and luscious tomatoes this summer! (4450 E Mitchell Rd, Petoskey, MI). 🍒 Looking for an Instagram-worthy farm market? Don’t miss Coveyou Scenic Farm Market, open every day 9 - 6, and Sundays 12- 4 in Petoskey.

  • A red cover with a black line drawing of a deer with antlers, and the text "Wilson's Rivers Edge" in black.

    Wilson's Rivers Edge

    Indian River: Unfussy, fun, and friendly, Wilson’s is our cozy neighborhood diner in Indian River, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner everyday. Comfort foods including classic breakfast with carafes of fresh coffee, sandwiches, BBQ steak, seafood, fried chicken, liver and onions, freshly made pie, and seasonal and daily specials.

    Wilson’s Rivers Edge is located 7 minutes south from Indian River RV Resort at 4208 S. Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI 49749.

  • A promotional graphic for The Greenside Grill featuring a picture of a large house or clubhouse surrounded by trees, and a dish with a piece of seared fish, greens, and rice on a white plate.

    The Greenside Grille

    Indian River: The “Friendliest Club in the North,” Indian River Golf Club, is celebrating 100 years. The Greenside Grille at Indian River Golf Club serves upscale dishes in a family-friendly, casual setting overlooking the 9th Green, with both indoor and outdoor seating available. Menus offer favorites like Applewood Smoked BLT, Smash Burgers, Fish Tacos, Miso Glazed Salmon, and Prime Rib Dinner Specials. Come for lunch or dinner; take-out is available (order by calling 231-238-8515 )

  • Signboard advertising Deli bakery, cakes, and catering services beside a restaurant with a glass door and an 'Open' sign, and a plate of salad with greens and a scoop of potato salad.

    Julienne Tomatoes, Deli, Bakery & Catering

    Petoskey, MI We’re blessed to have delicious restaurants like Julienne Tomatoes Deli & Bakery. Guests at Indian River RV Resort can look forward to Weekday breakfasts created with real butter, farm-fresh eggs, and Boar's Head bacon. Don't miss the “Stack ‘Em High” buttermilk pancakes with Michigan Maple Syrup from Harwood Heritage on Saturday morning. The daily lunch menu includes Boar’s Head Meats and Cheeses with fresh bread from Crooked Tree Breadworks. There are take-home frozen entrees (such as lasagna, Chicken Pot Pie, and Enchiladas), soup by the quart, and fresh pastries available daily. You can even order a birthday cake. Julie Adams is also a caterer and even rents her dining room, which seats thirty-five people.

  • Image promoting Drost's Chocolates in Indian River, Michigan. It features a display of assorted chocolates wrapped in clear packaging, a picture of the store, and a tray of pumpkin spice truffles on a beige background with decorative yellow flowers.

    Drost's Chocolates

    Drost’s Chocolates 🍫 Just down the road from Indian River RV Resort (at 3676 S. Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI 49749) is a sweet tradition that has served Indian River, Michigan, for decades. Craig and Julie Waldron and their enthusiastic team serve handmade chocolates and fudge, and crowds of folks line up for their ice cream on summer evenings. Drost’s is also a local purveyor of Northern Michigan-produced jam, syrups, and honey. (231) 238-6911

  • A restaurant interior with wooden walls decorated with colorful string lights and a mounted deer head. The tables are covered with red and white checkered tablecloths, set with utensils and napkins. There is a small picture and window with curtains on the wall. A circular inset shows a pizza topped with vegetables and cheese. The branding at the bottom includes the name 'Vivio's,' an address, hours, and website, and a logo indicating recommendation by Indian River RV Resort.

    Vivio's Indian River

    We have so many delicious eateries in our area. One of our local favorites is Vivio’s, which serves Italian, Pizza, and American Comfort Food in a truly unique northwoods cabin atmosphere, complete with patio dining from 4 pm to 9 pm in the evenings. Take-out is available; give them a call at (231) 238-9471. The menu includes local fare like Whitefish Vivio’s Style (baked in lemon juice and water with tomatoes and onions on top), Tenderloin Steak, Chicken Strips, Steak and Shrimp, and, of course Italian-inspired antipasto salad, lasagna, ravioli, spaghetti, and pizza. The children’s menu includes grilled cheese and smaller portions of pasta. Tiramisu, brownie sundae, cheesecake, and spumoni ice cream finish things off, along with a wide assortment of drinks and specialty coffees.

  • A collage of images promoting Pier 33 on the Cheboygan, featuring a scenic view of the waterfront with boats, drinks on a patio, a restaurant building, and a plated dish of food.

    Pier 33 in Cheboygan

    One of the very best restaurants in our area is Pier 33, which is open for lunch and dinner, and offers breakfast on Sundays. Located in Cheboygan, a 14-minute drive from the resort on M-33, has an eclectic fare and daily chalkboard specials that will be a highlight of your summer, especially if you choose a patio table overlooking the beautiful Inland Waterway. Choose from dishes like tender brisket, shrimp tacos, pancetta ravioli, and Angus beef smash burgers. Check with Pier 33 before you dine for seasonal hours (usually closed on Mondays except for specific dates; hours may change in "late summer" / August).

    Pier 33 on the Cheboygan, 9500 N M 33 Hwy, Cheboygan, MI 49721

    ph (231) 268-3336

  • Logo for B.C. Pizza featuring a cartoon police officer holding a pizza, with text indicating it as a hometown, homemade, gourmet pizza brand.

    B.C Pizza Delivers to Your RV or Cabin!

    If you’re like us, sometimes we want Pizza and a Movie at “home”. . . even when we’re out of town. B.C. Pizza in Indian River will deliver to your RV or Cabin! They are also close to picnic tables by the bridge (in a dog-friendly spot, 3695 S. Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI 49749). In addition to pizza, B.C. Pizza have appetizers, salads, pasta, wings, breadsticks, grinders, subs and wraps. Text your order to 231-238-0055 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. or order via their website.

  • Exterior of a restaurant called Palette Bistro with outdoor seating and a modern glass enclosed upper level with orange lighting.

    Palette Bistro, in nearby Petoskey

    With stunning views of Little Traverse Bay, Palette Bistro is one of the best choices in the area for upscale casual dining. Palette serves lunch, dinner and take out. The Mediterranean inspired menu specializes in small plates, a well-stocked wine cellar, and creative dishes like braised short ribs with cheesy polenta, Kobe hanger steak, seafood paella, Calabria pizza, as well as vegetarian and vegan options. Leave room for desserts like Baked Chocolate Pudding with butterscotch sauce, specialty cheesecake and dessert cocktails.

    Serving daily from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., and 4 -9 at 321 Bay Street, Petoskey, MI 49770, a 35-minute drive from Indian River RV Resort.

  • A promotional flyer for The Change Up Grill food truck, featuring an image of fries and a cheeseburger, with the food truck illustration, website URL, and address in Cheboygan, Michigan.

    Food Truck: The Change Up Grill

    Cheboygan 🍔🍟 If you’re craving juicy burgers done with style, fries that are seasoned and fresh, heavenly flavors created with bacon, the "jalapeño crunch burger," and tender pulled pork, then you may want to check out our family favorite food truck, The Change Up Grill. It’s amazing. It’s our Lunchtime jam Monday thru Thursday (open 10:30 - 3:30), and our favorite Friday night indulgence, (Friday hours 11 - 7) … closed Sat/Sunday. Address: 9611 N. Straits Hwy, Cheboygan.

  • A promotional image for Maple Moon Winery inviting people to visit America’s first maple winery, featuring three glasses of wine and autumn leaves with a logo for Indian River RV Resort.

    Maple Moon Winery, in Petoskey, MI

    Maple Moon Sugarbush & Winery is the result of “God orchestrating many miracles,” according to founders Todd and Christi Petersen, who weren’t even wine drinkers when they began producing Michigan maple syrup in 2011. Tapping into a new business opportunity (pun intended), Maple Moon released five wines in 2015 that were fermented from the natural sugars in maple syrup, without any grapes. Their selection has expanded into 11 wines varying in flavor from dry to sweet; maple ginger hard cider, maple bourbon hard cider, as well as homemade jams and salsas. Maple Moon Sugarbush & Winery at 4454 Atkins Rd in Petoskey MI 49770 is a 33-minute drive from Indian River RV Resort via S. Straits Hwy and Pickerel Lake Road.

  • Black and white logo for Wildwood Coffee Co. featuring a stylized coffee plant illustration with leaves and berries. The text includes 'Wildwood' at the top, 'EST. 2019' on either side, 'Coffee Co.' below, and 'Indian River, MI' at the bottom.

    Wildwood Coffee, Indian River

    Wildwood Coffee serves fabulous coffee (Black Diesel from Ann Arbor), tea (Republic of Tea), smoothies, bagels, avocado toast, and fresh, homemade pastries (including specialty cupcakes, hot apple turnovers, and scones). They change up the menu for delicious seasonal options, and their cool t-shirts make great souvenirs. Find Wildwood Coffee at 3464 S. Straits Hwy (a new location after a move in 2024).

  • Advertisement for City Park Grill featuring images of food, the restaurant's exterior, and interior decor.

    City Park Grill, In Petoskey, MI

    Guests at Indian River RV Resort in beautiful Indian River, Michigan, have lots of choices for delicious restaurants. One of those is City Park Grill in nearby Petoskey. Located in one of the city’s oldest and most charming buildings, City Park Grill serves Lunch and Dinner 7 days a week from 11:30 am to 9 pm. Reservations are recommended. Select house-made soups, a fresh City Park Salad (mixed greens, dried cherries, toasted walnuts, red onion, crumbled bleu cheese with a mustard-herb vinaigrette); appetizers vary from a savory crab-spinach dip, calamari, and jumbo chicken wings. Entrees include a variety of sandwiches, grilled lemon pepper salmon, and tender filet mignon, and don’t miss their signature dessert, Carrot Cake Tower. Pick-up and curbside delivery are available.

  • Collage of three images above a logo. The first image shows two young women sitting on a pink pig statue outside on a sunny day, in front of a parking lot and road. The second image shows a cheeseburger with onion, tomato, pickle, and lettuce, alongside a small cup of white sauce on branded paper. The third image is a menu from Station @ 310 Brunch listing various breakfast and lunch items. Below the collage is a black and white circular logo for The Station @ 310, Indian River, Michigan, featuring a vintage train engine date-stamped EST. 1892.

    The Station @310, in Indian River

    What are you eating for breakfast this weekend? Indian River RV Resort would like to highlight a delicious brunch menu at The Station @310. They serve biscuits n’ gravy, Steak n’ Eggs, Belgian Waffles, and our choice, Breakfast Quesadillas from 9 am to 11. If that doesn’t suit your schedule, no worries… they are open for Lunch and Dinner, too. They have a wonderful outdoor-indoor vibe during the summer and will surely be a new favorite. Visit The Station and its friendly, hard-working staff at 3499 S. Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI; phone with questions (231) 238-2120. On X, search for @thestation310.

  • A presentation slide with the text 'Indian River RV Resort recommends...'. The slide shows a logo for Rusty Saw North in Brutus, Michigan. There are two food images; one of two tacos filled with meat, corn, beans, and diced vegetables, and another of sliced grilled steak with green beans on a white plate.

    Rusty Saw North, Brutus, MI

    Guests of Indian River RV Resort flock to the Rusty Saw North, a BBQ place that is also great for breakfast omelets served on their patio, tender brisket dinners, wood-fired pizza, catch of the day, and more. Rusty Saw North is located at Maple River Resort in nearby Brutus (about a 24 minutes from Indian River RV Resort at 3459 US Highway 31 www.rustysawnorth.com).

  • A promotional graphic for Indian River RV Resort featuring a photo of a couple talking and drinking wine outdoors with a scenic fall landscape in the background, and informational text about an Italian wine called Romance from Pedersen Farms Vineyard & Winery.

    Petoskey Farms Winery

    Guests of Indian River RV Resort love early autumn in northern Michigan. It’s the perfect season to enjoy a local wine called “Romance” from Petoskey Farms Winery. Enjoy a glass while gazing at their picturesque vineyard! Petoskey Farms Vineyard, Winery, and Coffeehouse sell their wine online, and they are open Monday through Saturday, with special events throughout the year (at 3720 Atkins Road, Petoskey, MI 49770, petoskeyfarms.com )

  • An informational poster for a 1911 restaurant, featuring a photograph of a dining room with wooden beams, chandeliers, and tables with white tablecloths, an old illustration of a historic building, and a close-up image of a plated gourmet dish with meat, green beans, and garnishes, all framed with ornate gold frames. The poster includes text indicating it is recommended by Indian River RV Resort.

    1911 Restaurant at Terrace Inn, Petoskey, MI

    The 1911 serves casual fine dining to the public year-round from a quiet location on a bluff overlooking a scenic park about a mile from downtown Petoskey. The chef’s evening menu (after 4 p.m.) includes entrees like house-made Mac & Cheese, Maple Planked Whitefish with parmesan crust, garlic mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables, and flatbread fresh pizza. The Terrace Inn also offers beautiful suites and hosts events, which is good to remember for “visiting” family and friends who meet up with you during your RV adventures.

    The Terrace Inn and 1911 Restaurant are at 1549 Glendale Ave., Petoskey, MI 49770).

  • Celebrating 50 years of Audie's Restaurant from 1974 to 2024, featuring the restaurant's exterior and a table setting with wine and food, recommended by Indian River RV Resort.

    Audie's Restaurant: serving Mackinaw City for over 50 years!

    Audie’s has two full-service restaurants and a lounge. "The Family Room" offers home-cooked meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner specials, including fresh whitefish, house-ground burgers, and hot sandwiches. "The Chippewa Room" is a casual fine dining atmosphere with delicious chef specialties, seasonal fare, hand-cut steaks, and fresh seafood. Open daily "at the Bridge," 314 N. Nicolet Street, Mackinaw City, MI 49701

  • A collage of four images: top left shows wine glasses and a cheese platter on a wooden table; top right depicts a white residential building with a darker roof and flower pots outside; bottom right features a glass of red wine, a pumpkin, and a cluster of grapes outdoors with a scenic background; bottom left contains a logo for Rudbeckia Farm with the words "Winery" and "Brewery".

    Rudbeckia Winery & Burnt Marshmallow Brewstillery

    Petsokey, MI: Indian River RV Resort co-owner, Terrell Deppe, says this is some mighty fine wine… Rudbeckia Farm and Burnt Marshmallow Brewstillary is nothing if not multi-talented: not only are they a fellow RV campground, but they also host guests in a beautiful 150-acre setting that is a brewery + distillery + winery + cidery. And the food is delicious, too… (if fresh Charcuterie and Pretzels with Bacon Bourbon Jam appeal to you… Mmm, delicious!) Rudbeckia Farm and Winery is located at 3379 Lake Grove Road in nearby Petoskey, MI.

  • Flyer for Darrow's Family Restaurant in Mackinaw City, Michigan, featuring the restaurant's sign outside, images of assorted desserts including pies and milkshake, and a plate of fish with green beans, mashed potatoes, and tomatoes.

    Darrow's Family Restaurant

    Mackinaw City: Darrow’s Family Restaurant has been a local favorite for 68 years! Located about a half-hour from Indian River RV Resort in Mackinaw City, Darrow’s is open most days during the season from 8 - 8, serving Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. They serve typical diner foods, in an atypical way: their food is fresh and homemade! Vegan and gluten-free options

    301 Louvingney St., Mackinaw City, MI 49701 Ph (231) 436-5514