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We celebrate the spirit of the past here at Clara’s. Good friends, great food in beautiful surroundings reminiscent of a simpler time. Clara’s is a place where you are always welcome to get together… celebrate a birthday, rendezvous with old friends or just to get away. We are honored that you have chosen Clara’s as your meeting place. So let’s raise a glass to our history, our family and our old friends.
American eatery with vast menu set in a circa-1888, antiques-filled riverfront building with patio.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–2 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 44 McCamly St, Battle Creek, MI 49017
Phone: (269) 963-0966
Website: https://claras.com/
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Battle Creek Michigan – Clara’s on the River
Clara’s – A perfect spot for a dinner out, a family reunion or banquet. Good friends, great food in beautiful surroundings reminiscent of a simpler time.
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Reviews
Charles House
Very fun atmosphere, good food, friendly service.
The rosemary bread on the BLT is awesome and a very nice change.
The staff were very kind in telling us about the restaurant and where to start looking at all the history. Very happy we stopped here for lunch.
… moreThe rosemary bread on the BLT is awesome and a very nice change.
The staff were very kind in telling us about the restaurant and where to start looking at all the history. Very happy we stopped here for lunch.
Matthew McMoore
My recent Sunday morning visit to Clara’s on the River was amazing! Arriving at 11:30 AM, the restaurant was not too busy and I was seated immediately.
I chose their buffet, which was good priced at around $19. There was a wide selection to chose from; eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, and gravy, plus unique additions like mac n’ cheese and a standout ham and cheese croissant fried in a funnel cake-like batter.
There were also 2 food stations; an omelet station where you can customize your creation, and a waffle station allowing for personalized toppings.
The dessert table was just as good; donuts, cream puffs, cake, and more.
Service was top-notch; staff were friendly, attentive, and refilled drinks without asking. It’s a great spot for families. Be aware that it does get busier around noon on Sundays, so plan accordingly. A truly enjoyable breakfast experience!
… moreI chose their buffet, which was good priced at around $19. There was a wide selection to chose from; eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, and gravy, plus unique additions like mac n’ cheese and a standout ham and cheese croissant fried in a funnel cake-like batter.
There were also 2 food stations; an omelet station where you can customize your creation, and a waffle station allowing for personalized toppings.
The dessert table was just as good; donuts, cream puffs, cake, and more.
Service was top-notch; staff were friendly, attentive, and refilled drinks without asking. It’s a great spot for families. Be aware that it does get busier around noon on Sundays, so plan accordingly. A truly enjoyable breakfast experience!
Reece Anderson
Lovely restaurant with a deep history, it’s like visiting a museum. The food was lovely and delicious and well priced. The service was efficient and friendly. All in all, a great dining experience with a unique historical experience to go with it. My daughter loved it so much she even left them a picture that they hung up, which was nice of them, it made her day.
… moreBill Carpenter / plumbing and mechanical inspector
This may have been the last time I take my family to Clara’s..
Out of the six of us, 2 dinners were sub par.
The pictures are of my $32 porterhouse steak.. very thin and no flavor.
Reminds me of what I expected from the old Ponderosa steakhouse for $12.99.
This was brought to me after everybody had been served in my group. They were eating when the waitress came to me and told me there was a problem with my first ordered meal, they were going to have to remake it.
My uncle ordered the perch dinner, he remarked was possibly the worst perch he is ever eaten.
We asked for the manager to discuss this with him.
Our waitress came back and offered us one dessert, evidently a common tactic to try to resolve an issue.
A $5 dessert.
We would have preferred to speak to the manager and show him the deficiencies.
Very disappointed.
… moreOut of the six of us, 2 dinners were sub par.
The pictures are of my $32 porterhouse steak.. very thin and no flavor.
Reminds me of what I expected from the old Ponderosa steakhouse for $12.99.
This was brought to me after everybody had been served in my group. They were eating when the waitress came to me and told me there was a problem with my first ordered meal, they were going to have to remake it.
My uncle ordered the perch dinner, he remarked was possibly the worst perch he is ever eaten.
We asked for the manager to discuss this with him.
Our waitress came back and offered us one dessert, evidently a common tactic to try to resolve an issue.
A $5 dessert.
We would have preferred to speak to the manager and show him the deficiencies.
Very disappointed.
Dan Balasses
A Top notch staff tells me people like their job, they must love working here. The service is excellent.
We came for the Sunday brunch. It is mainly breakfast items, but everything is fresh and hot. We both had made-to-order omelettes. There’s a good selection of toppings for freshly made mini waffles. They do have tossed salad, sausage, bacon, potatoes and anything else you’d expect for a buffet. To finish it all off, some desert items. Come hungry, it’s well worth the price.
Thank you Clara’s for an outstanding Easter brunch buffet!!
… moreWe came for the Sunday brunch. It is mainly breakfast items, but everything is fresh and hot. We both had made-to-order omelettes. There’s a good selection of toppings for freshly made mini waffles. They do have tossed salad, sausage, bacon, potatoes and anything else you’d expect for a buffet. To finish it all off, some desert items. Come hungry, it’s well worth the price.
Thank you Clara’s for an outstanding Easter brunch buffet!!
Syron Williams
Me and my Good Brother stopped in this evening before our annual Brass Band concert the food was exquisite however it palled in comparison to Kelly’s service skills and smile she made the dining experience worth more then anything the menus can ever hope to offer. Great job Kelly Thank you for being Fabulous. On my visit on 12-6-2025 I had the pleasure of being served by Morgan her smile was infectious and her service beyond expectations. If you’re ever in town stop in to Claire’s and get you some five star service at the bar.
… moreEmber Byers
Let’s talk about their cute breakfast buffet. I was in town visiting and went with my cousin. I was 6 plates deep when I left. Fresh omelets made with your pick of whatever you want in them. Fresh made waffles. Staff was all very friendly. The place was tidy and clean. It was nice and I would return again.
… moreHarold Spriggs
The staff was great. Our server Merideth was outstanding. My filet mignon was so juicy and melted in my mouth and my husband’s pork chops was so juicy and moist. He also had the French onion soup it was the best he had ever had. We will be back
… moreBeth Hoffman
Good food. I have eaten here several times. Great spot to meet friends and go for a stroll along the river walk afterwards.
… moreSteven Schuitema
You have got to take the drive to Battle Creek and check out this absolutely amazing restaurant.
The setting is an old train station and the architecture is amazing. Right downtown on the river and surrounded by awesome buildings. You can check out the WK Kellogg headquarters which is a tiny walk away.
The menu is ridiculous with something for everyone, it’s 6 pages long and I have never had a good meal, they have all been great or fantastic.
Plenty of Gluten Free options if you need or want it.
Have had an annual meal there for the last 5 years and always look forward to it.
… moreThe setting is an old train station and the architecture is amazing. Right downtown on the river and surrounded by awesome buildings. You can check out the WK Kellogg headquarters which is a tiny walk away.
The menu is ridiculous with something for everyone, it’s 6 pages long and I have never had a good meal, they have all been great or fantastic.
Plenty of Gluten Free options if you need or want it.
Have had an annual meal there for the last 5 years and always look forward to it.