Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse – Steakhouse
Michael’s Tavern & Steakhouse blends the polished elegance of a premier steakhouse with the convivial warmth of a local haunt, creating an inviting backdrop for everything from celebratory dinners to casual evening bites. The kitchen masterfully balances classic indulgence with contemporary flair, serving up chilled jumbo shrimp and crisp crab cakes alongside vibrant roasted beet salads and savory short rib tacos. Every visit feels like a curated escape where the rich textures of a whipped feta board and the lively atmosphere promise a sophisticated yet soulful dining experience.
4653 South Straits Highway, Indian River MI 49749 https://michaelstavernandsteakhouse.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Steakhouse
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan, mediterranean, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, sugar-free, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, weight-watchers, low-cholesterol, tlc, detox, volumetrics, alkaline, aip, mayo-clinic, candida, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its outstanding food quality and fresh ingredients, diners rave about the delicious flavors that keep them coming back for more. Guests consistently praise the efficient service and pleasant environment, highlighting the welcoming atmosphere as a key part of their experience.
Menu
Appetizers
- Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail - $25: house-made cocktail sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Volumetrics, TLC
- Crab Cakes - $19: yuzu aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Whipped Feta Board - $22: honey whipped feta, roasted herb olives, Fustini’s 18 Year Balsamic, sea salt crackers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Brussels Sprouts - $13: fried, onions, bacon, Far Hills maple syrup, yuzu aioli Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Cauliflower - $13: fried, tossed in sea salt, malt vinegar aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Short Rib Tacos - $18: pickled cabbage, pickled red onion, spicy aioli, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Wings - $18: smoked, house buffalo, house blue cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
Salads & Soup
- Roasted Beet Salad (Small) - $12: mixed greens, roasted beets, kalamata olives, candied walnuts, goat cheese, orange & smoked paprika vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Roasted Beet Salad (Large) - $20: mixed greens, roasted beets, kalamata olives, candied walnuts, goat cheese, orange & smoked paprika vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Caesar Salad (Small) - $12: hearts of romaine, house croutons, shaved parmesan, house Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Volumetrics
- Caesar Salad (Large) - $20: hearts of romaine, house croutons, shaved parmesan, house Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Chopped Wedge (Small) - $14: iceberg, bacon lardons, pickled onions, blue cheese crumbles, cherry tomatoes, house blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Chopped Wedge (Large) - $21: iceberg, bacon lardons, pickled onions, blue cheese crumbles, cherry tomatoes, house blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Soup Du Jour - $10 Dietary tags: Volumetrics
Main Courses
- Tavern Burger - $18: double 4 ounce patties, American cheese, iceberg, house pickles, burger sauce, Michigan bakery brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Tagliatelle - $27: house-made pasta, spinach, mushroom, asparagus, pickled red onion, tomato and roasted red pepper coulis Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Whitefish En Papillote - $34: whitefish baked in parchment paper with aromatics and herbs, grilled broccolini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Miso Honey Salmon - $36: miso honey glazed salmon, tender asparagus, savory farro pilaf Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Amish Chicken - $36: panko fried, zucchini and roasted corn chutney, arugula salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- 72 Hour Short Rib - $41: garlic mashed potatoes, roasted baby carrots, Fustini’s 18 year balsamic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Baby Back Ribs - $34: 1/2 rack of house smoked baby back ribs, house made barbeque sauce, garlic whipped potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mac N’ Cheese - $14: five cheese blend, panko topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Barbeque Mac N’ Cheese - $19: smoked ribs, house barbeque Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Lobster and Truffle Mac N’ Cheese - $28: lobster, Fustini’s truffle oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Steaks
- 6 oz. Filet - $44: seasoned with house rub
- 8 oz. Filet - $54: seasoned with house rub
- 12 oz. Prime Ribeye - $41: seasoned with house rub
- 14 oz. Prime New York Strip - $65: seasoned with house rub
- 28 oz. Dry Aged Wagyu Ribeye - $132: seasoned with house rub
- 16 oz. Pork Chop - $33: seasoned with house rub
Sides & Add-ons
- Truffle Fries - $14: house cut fries, Fustini’s truffle oil, spicy aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Rosemary Olive Bread - $11: Crooked Tree BREADWORKS Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Loaded Baked Potato - $10 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Baked Sweet Potato - $9: maple butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Garlic Whipped Potatoes - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Grilled Asparagus - $12 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Roasted Mushrooms - $12 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- House Cut French Fries - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Bearnaise Sauce - $6
- Hollandaise Sauce - $6
- Caramelized Onion - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Blue Cheese Crust - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- Classic Oscar Style - $20 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins