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Gladstone, MI

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SERVED With a View

FRESHWATER TAVERN

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DISTINCTIVE UPPER PENINSULA DINING

Fresh ingredients, deliberate technique, and an easy, welcoming spirit define the experience at Freshwater Tavern. From first pour to last course, good times are always on the horizon. Just walk in!

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Our Hours

Winter Hours: 4:30 PM–9:00 PM
Summer Hours: 4:30 PM–9:30 PM 

Happy Hour - Bar & Lounge Seating Only:
Monday to Thursday: 4:30–6:00 PM
Friday to Sunday: 4:30–5:30 PM

A CULINARY TRIBUTE TO THE COAST
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GREAT SPIRITS,
GOOD TIMES
GREAT SPIRITS,
GOOD TIMES

GREAT SPIRITS,
GOOD TIMES

The lounge invites you to linger. Local craft beer, botanical-forward cocktails, and a well-built wine list meet relaxed lakefront energy. 

VISIT THE LOUNGE
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SUNSET’S
BEST SEAT
SUNSET’S
BEST SEAT

SUNSET’S
BEST SEAT

From fresh water seafood to comfort classics, the menu reflects the region's character. Each dish is served, with water and light always part of the ambiance.

EXPLORE THE MENU
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ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

THE GOLDEN HOUR,
ON TAP

Toast to the day’s end with curated craft spirits and local favorites. It’s the shoreline’s most sophisticated social hour, where the drinks are cold, the food is hot, and the views are free.

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ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

LIVE ACOUSTIC NIGHTS

Unwind with live acoustic sets that bring a rhythmic energy. Stay connected with our calendar of events celebrating local talent and the enduring spirit of the Great Lakes.

SEE THE CALENDAR
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ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

UNMATCHED VIEWS,
UNFORGETTABLE COMPANY

The best conversations flow effortlessly when paired with sweeping, panoramic vistas of Lake Michigan. Surround yourself with friends and family in a welcoming space where the spectacular water provides the ultimate backdrop for your evening together. It’s the perfect setting to connect, unwind, and raise a glass alongside the people who matter most.

a glass of liquid with a slice of orange on top of a table with food
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

THE GOLDEN HOUR,
ON TAP

Toast to the day’s end with curated craft spirits and local favorites. It’s the shoreline’s most sophisticated social hour, where the drinks are cold, the food is hot, and the views are free.

VIEW COCKTAILS
a person playing a guitar
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

LIVE ACOUSTIC NIGHTS

Unwind with live acoustic sets that bring a rhythmic energy. Stay connected with our calendar of events celebrating local talent and the enduring spirit of the Great Lakes.

SEE THE CALENDAR
a group of people clinking glasses of beer
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

UNMATCHED VIEWS,
UNFORGETTABLE COMPANY

The best conversations flow effortlessly when paired with sweeping, panoramic vistas of Lake Michigan. Surround yourself with friends and family in a welcoming space where the spectacular water provides the ultimate backdrop for your evening together. It’s the perfect setting to connect, unwind, and raise a glass alongside the people who matter most.

a glass of liquid with a slice of orange on top of a table with food
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

THE GOLDEN HOUR,
ON TAP

Toast to the day’s end with curated craft spirits and local favorites. It’s the shoreline’s most sophisticated social hour, where the drinks are cold, the food is hot, and the views are free.

VIEW COCKTAILS
a person playing a guitar
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

LIVE ACOUSTIC NIGHTS

Unwind with live acoustic sets that bring a rhythmic energy. Stay connected with our calendar of events celebrating local talent and the enduring spirit of the Great Lakes.

SEE THE CALENDAR
a group of people clinking glasses of beer
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

UNMATCHED VIEWS,
UNFORGETTABLE COMPANY

The best conversations flow effortlessly when paired with sweeping, panoramic vistas of Lake Michigan. Surround yourself with friends and family in a welcoming space where the spectacular water provides the ultimate backdrop for your evening together. It’s the perfect setting to connect, unwind, and raise a glass alongside the people who matter most.

a glass of liquid with a slice of orange on top of a table with food
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

THE GOLDEN HOUR,
ON TAP

Toast to the day’s end with curated craft spirits and local favorites. It’s the shoreline’s most sophisticated social hour, where the drinks are cold, the food is hot, and the views are free.

VIEW COCKTAILS
a person playing a guitar
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

LIVE ACOUSTIC NIGHTS

Unwind with live acoustic sets that bring a rhythmic energy. Stay connected with our calendar of events celebrating local talent and the enduring spirit of the Great Lakes.

SEE THE CALENDAR
a group of people clinking glasses of beer
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

UNMATCHED VIEWS,
UNFORGETTABLE COMPANY

The best conversations flow effortlessly when paired with sweeping, panoramic vistas of Lake Michigan. Surround yourself with friends and family in a welcoming space where the spectacular water provides the ultimate backdrop for your evening together. It’s the perfect setting to connect, unwind, and raise a glass alongside the people who matter most.

a glass of liquid with a slice of orange on top of a table with food
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

THE GOLDEN HOUR,
ON TAP

Toast to the day’s end with curated craft spirits and local favorites. It’s the shoreline’s most sophisticated social hour, where the drinks are cold, the food is hot, and the views are free.

VIEW COCKTAILS
a person playing a guitar
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

LIVE ACOUSTIC NIGHTS

Unwind with live acoustic sets that bring a rhythmic energy. Stay connected with our calendar of events celebrating local talent and the enduring spirit of the Great Lakes.

SEE THE CALENDAR
a group of people clinking glasses of beer
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

UNMATCHED VIEWS,
UNFORGETTABLE COMPANY

The best conversations flow effortlessly when paired with sweeping, panoramic vistas of Lake Michigan. Surround yourself with friends and family in a welcoming space where the spectacular water provides the ultimate backdrop for your evening together. It’s the perfect setting to connect, unwind, and raise a glass alongside the people who matter most.

a glass of liquid with a slice of orange on top of a table with food
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

THE GOLDEN HOUR,
ON TAP

Toast to the day’s end with curated craft spirits and local favorites. It’s the shoreline’s most sophisticated social hour, where the drinks are cold, the food is hot, and the views are free.

VIEW COCKTAILS
a person playing a guitar
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

LIVE ACOUSTIC NIGHTS

Unwind with live acoustic sets that bring a rhythmic energy. Stay connected with our calendar of events celebrating local talent and the enduring spirit of the Great Lakes.

SEE THE CALENDAR
a group of people clinking glasses of beer
ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO TRY

UNMATCHED VIEWS,
UNFORGETTABLE COMPANY

The best conversations flow effortlessly when paired with sweeping, panoramic vistas of Lake Michigan. Surround yourself with friends and family in a welcoming space where the spectacular water provides the ultimate backdrop for your evening together. It’s the perfect setting to connect, unwind, and raise a glass alongside the people who matter most.

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LAKESIDE GATHERINGS

Private dinners, milestone celebrations, and business gatherings take on a different tone beside the lake. For groups of 15 to 30, email our team to begin planning, and we’ll handle the details so you can stay fully present.

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THEY SAID
IT BEST

Amazing food, tremendous staff, and excellent views of Lake Michigan. The drinks were perfectly crafted at the bar. Highly recommend the Terrace Bay Hotel attached to the restaurant as well.

Jeremy Ryno | Google Reviews

The food was excellent. Service was superb. The menu was diverse and unique. Had the Wagyu and wife had bison meatloaf. Loved it!

Andy Near | Google Reviews

You have to try the butter lettuce salad. The lobster was amazing, and the steaks were perfect. Aside from the food, this place had an amazing view. A must-go!

Jeff and Kim | Local Guide
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to the Water’s Edge

Located inside Terrace Bay Hotel in Gladstone, just minutes from Escanaba, Freshwater Tavern brings refined lakeside dining to the shores of Lake Michigan. Come for dinner, linger for drinks, and let the bay guide you in.

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Where the North Comes to Gather
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