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The Butler is a top-rated Saugatuck restaurant offering waterfront dining, award-winning cuisine, and the famous Butler Burger. Perfect for date nights, family dinners, or special occasions, The Butler also hosts private events including birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate gatherings. Experience exceptional food, stunning views, and a welcoming atmosphere in the heart of Saugatuck and Douglas, Michigan.
Historic former inn turned family-run eatery plates American fare with a view of harbor-bound boats.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–8 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 40 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI 49453
Phone: (269) 857-3501
Website: https://www.butlerrestaurant.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb-listing
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Daniella Lucaj
My partner and I came to this place over the weekend, while visiting the area and after reading many raving reviews. If the party is not large, you cannot make reservations on Open Table. Since we were a small party of two, we walked in and gave them our name. They put us in the system, said the wait would be an hour to an hour and thirty minutes. I was mind blown by the hostess time estimate because they called us within an hour and seven minutes. The place reminds me of Krusty Krab in SpongeBob, it’s wooden paneling and dark décor. The service was okay, I wish our waiter would have been a tiny bit more attentive. You cannot tell me you’re that busy to have runners deliver the food and to check up on the table every so often (before @ me, he was not that busy and the place was not that busy).
As for Appetizer, we had crab stuffed mushrooms, they were watery with a great amount of cheese on top. I would have opted-in for a breadcrumb top rather than cheese. My partner has to finish the App.
For Entrée, I had the Horseradish Peppercorn Burger, it was very flavorful and cooked as recommended – medium. The side, sweet potatoes, were so stale and overcooked, it seemed like they were out all day and the cooks refried them. (again, do not @ me, I worked at Arby’s back in my prime, so I know a stale, overcooked, recooked fry). My partner had the Southwestern Salad with grilled “over seasoned” chicken and missing black beans with a grand amount of red onion.
Overall, no, I did not like this place and would not recommend this place to anyone visiting the area. I wish the company all the best in their success.
… moreAs for Appetizer, we had crab stuffed mushrooms, they were watery with a great amount of cheese on top. I would have opted-in for a breadcrumb top rather than cheese. My partner has to finish the App.
For Entrée, I had the Horseradish Peppercorn Burger, it was very flavorful and cooked as recommended – medium. The side, sweet potatoes, were so stale and overcooked, it seemed like they were out all day and the cooks refried them. (again, do not @ me, I worked at Arby’s back in my prime, so I know a stale, overcooked, recooked fry). My partner had the Southwestern Salad with grilled “over seasoned” chicken and missing black beans with a grand amount of red onion.
Overall, no, I did not like this place and would not recommend this place to anyone visiting the area. I wish the company all the best in their success.
Larry Wagenaar
Both my wife and I had the turkey bacon club sandwich which was served on flatbread with kettle chips. It was delicious! It was a large sandwich and we each ended up taking half home. The flatbread was soft and tasty, which helped make the sandwich even better. Nice view of the river also.
… moreDave Anderson
Stopped in while Christmas shopping. Drinks were excellent. Friendly staff with service that was very attentive. Had pickle fries and then burgers. Pickle fries are excellent choice for pickle lovers looking for an appetizer. Burgers were just “ok” . Buns seemed old or not up to par. Great views and seating. Will have to try it again. Great menu will many choices for any appetite. Would recommend if you haven’t been here before
… moreDavid Bouwkamp
We came for lunch on a weekday and sat in the lower outdoor area. Our food was very good, our server was helpful and friendly, and looking out at boats on a sunny day was sublime. Prices are competitive given the location and type of restaurant.
Only two downsides, music had us having to repeat ourselves quite a bit because of the volume. And while appetizers came quickly, our meals took over half an hour.
… moreOnly two downsides, music had us having to repeat ourselves quite a bit because of the volume. And while appetizers came quickly, our meals took over half an hour.
mai
What can I not say about this place? Amazing scenery, staff is always on top of things and so friendly, and food is DELISH! Lobster roll and coleslaw were some of the best I’ve had. Not to mention the cocktails and mocktails were refreshing!
… moreAdam Andrew
Our server Joe was exceptional a d offered a great experience. A five star meal of Steak frites and perch basket was amazing. Recommend.
… moreFrank Chanthala
The outdoor seating of the restaurant is a treat. You get a nice view of the lake and some of the cool boats and yachts.
The food tastes great as well and even better when paired with the scenery. The pretzel bites appetizers were warm and soft and served with cheese and honey mustard. The fish and chips were nice and hot out of the fryer as well. The pretzel burger was gigantic in size and very tasty and paired with some truffle french fries.
I would visit this place whenever I visited saugatuck because of the nice views of the outdoor seating and great food to enjoy it with.
… moreThe food tastes great as well and even better when paired with the scenery. The pretzel bites appetizers were warm and soft and served with cheese and honey mustard. The fish and chips were nice and hot out of the fryer as well. The pretzel burger was gigantic in size and very tasty and paired with some truffle french fries.
I would visit this place whenever I visited saugatuck because of the nice views of the outdoor seating and great food to enjoy it with.
Shannon Stauffer
Great location tucked away right on the marina. We sat on the patio as it was a beautiful day. I had the “Famous Butler Burger” with housemade kettle chips, also comes with a pickle. The housemade kettle chips are one of the best that I’ve ever had at a restaurant, I also had a taste of the fries, which were great as well. The burger was delicious, and I really enjoyed the black forest ham on it. Everything was cooked to perfection, absolutely would return!
… moreSamuel “Sam I Am” Kline
We sat at the 2-story outside seating venue and it was awesome. The views are great no matter where you sit. We were on the 2nd story. Walleye was really fishy, had walleye the next day at a different restaurant and it was much better.
… moreGerasimos Bakas
For having such a good location and nicely done up restaurant youd expect more from them but the food was very mediocre. Service was great but that doesnt change the satisfaction of taste. Presentation looks great, i felt catfished and cheated by the cost
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