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A Taste of Grand

At Grand Hotel, dining is more than a meal. It is part of the rhythm of a Mackinac Island day, from leisurely breakfasts and an abundant Grand Luncheon Experience to cocktails overlooking the Straits of Mackinac, afternoon tea accompanied by live music, and elegant evenings in The Parlor.

Whether you are gathering around the table with family, lingering over a cocktail, or discovering something new behind the scenes in the Grand Hotel kitchen, every culinary experience is designed to be savored.

A Grand Way to Start Your Day

Start your morning with a breakfast as leisurely and abundant as the day ahead. Grand Hotel’s breakfast features a sumptuous selection of made-to-order favorites, breakfast classics, fresh pastries, seasonal fruits, smoothies, oatmeal, breakfast meats, fresh juices, coffee, and Steven Smith tea.

For a taste of Michigan, enjoy breakfast favorites with authentic Michigan maple syrup, or savor seasonal flavors inspired by local ingredients.

And because mornings at Grand Hotel are meant to be enjoyed slowly, why not make breakfast a little more celebratory? Sip a Grand Mimosa, made with sparkling wine and orange juice, start the day with a Grand Mary, or raise a glass of Grand Private Label sparkling wine.

Breakfast is served from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM daily in the Main Dining Room during the season.

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The Grand Luncheon Experience

A midday tradition worthy of its name, the legendary Grand Luncheon Experience brings an abundant selection of fresh salads, composed salads, and seafood, including oysters, mussels and assorted smoked fish, domestic and specialty cheeses, fresh fruits, hot selections and a carvery station. And no Grand Luncheon Experience is complete without its lavish dessert display.

Coffee, tea and lemonade are included, and soft drinks, wine, beer and a full bar are available for additional purchase. The Grand Luncheon Experience is served 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM daily in the Main Dining Room during the season.

The Grand Luncheon Experience is available to guests and visitors and tickets can be purchased the day of your visit at the Admission Desk, located at the East entrance of the hotel. Groups fewer than 20 do not need a reservation, and groups of more than 20 can email [email protected] for reservations.

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A Timeless Dinner Tradition

Make dinner the centerpiece of your evening in the Main Dining Room, where a grand setting meets three rotating menus of thoughtfully prepared dishes. Each evening begins with an appetizer, followed by soup, salad, entrée, and dessert for a leisurely multi-course experience meant to be savored from beginning to end.

Explore a variety of seasonal flavors throughout the meal, with selections spanning land, sea, and garden. Vegetarian offerings are also featured, alongside a selection of decadent desserts to finish the evening.

Pair dinner with a glass of wine, a Michigan craft beer, or a signature Grand cocktail. With three rotating menus throughout the season, every evening offers something new to discover.

Dinner in the Main Dining Room is served from 6:30 PM to 8:45 PM daily during the season.

Proper attire is required throughout Grand Hotel after 6:30 PM.

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Between Meals, Make Time to Linger

Some of the most memorable moments at Grand Hotel happen between meals. As the day unfolds, there is always an invitation to slow down, gather with those around you, and savor the simple pleasures of time well spent.

Spend the afternoon in The Parlor with the timeless ritual of Afternoon Tea, accompanied by live classical music. Step outside to the Front Porch for a cocktail and a snack from Geranium Bar, and settle into a rocking chair as lake breezes roll across the Straits of Mackinac. Then, as evening arrives, return to The Parlor to relax, reconnect, and enjoy the elegant atmosphere of Grand Hotel after dinner.

From afternoon tea to sunset cocktails, and evening conversation, these are the moments that turn a day at Grand Hotel into a tradition worth returning to.

Cocktails, Snacks, and the World’s Longest Porch

Settle into a rocking chair on the World’s Longest Front Porch with a cocktail and a snack from Geranium Bar, located just steps from the Front Porch. Order a refreshing cocktail, a cold Big Porch Ale, a crisp glass of Champagne, or a bite to enjoy as you take in the view.

With 660 feet of space to enjoy sweeping views of the Straits of Mackinac, and the gentle rhythm of horses passing by, the Front Porch is made for lingering. Pick up your favorites at Geranium Bar, find a rocking chair, and let the afternoon unfold.

Afternoon Tea in The Parlor

Enjoy a Grand Hotel timeless tradition. Afternoon Tea has been a cherished Grand Hotel tradition since 1887. Today, this timeless ritual continues in The Parlor with premium teas from our tea partner, Steven Smith Teamaker, thoughtfully paired with an assortment of sweet and savory creations from our culinary team. Live classical music, including performances by our resident harpist, adds to the experience as guests gather in one of Grand Hotel’s most iconic spaces.

Amelia’s Tea Experience

Amelia Musser, daughter of longtime Grand Hotel president Edward C. Musser, helped shape the Afternoon Tea tradition guests know today. Inspired by traditional English customs, she made tea service a cherished part of Grand Hotel life, a legacy her daughter, Mimi, continued.

Today, Amelia’s Tea Experience honors that family tradition with an elevated afternoon in The Parlor. Enjoy brewed Steven Smith tea, Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut Champagne, and Lustau San Emilio Pedro Ximénez Dry Sherry alongside thoughtfully crafted sweet and savory selections, all accompanied by live classical music.

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Evenings In The Parlor

After dinner, The Parlor offers a welcoming place to linger with family and friends. Settle into the timeless elegance of the hotel’s heart, share stories, and enjoy the easy pace of an evening at Grand Hotel.

When you are ready to keep the evening going, join us in the Terrace Room for dancing, fun and laughter.

Proper attire is required throughout Grand Hotel after 6:30 PM. 

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Add Something Extraordinary to Your Stay

Take your culinary experience a step further with an experience reserved ahead of your visit. From behind-the-scenes culinary discoveries and experiences to hands-on cocktail classes, these bookable experiences offer a new way to taste, learn and explore Grand Hotel.

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Grand Kitchen Tour & Wine Experience

Go behind the scenes with Executive Chef Jason Siles for an exclusive look at the inner workings of Grand Hotel’s kitchen and culinary operation. Begin with a special wine and cheese tasting hosted by Master Sommelier Elizabeth Schweitzer, featuring three cheeses served at Grand Hotel restaurants paired with three featured wines. Then step inside the main kitchen, meat cutting room and Main Dining Room hot line to discover how Grand Hotel prepares and delivers its culinary offerings each day. The experience concludes with sparkling wine and a demonstration of the iconic Grand Hotel Pecan Ball, which made its debut in 1947 and remains the hotel’s most popular menu item, with approximately 60,000 served each season.

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Grand Cocktail Safari

Turn cocktail hour into an adventure. Begin at Baroque with a Grand Rye Gold Rush, continue to Geranium Bar for a Cherry Breeze and finish at Cupola Bar with a Macchiato Martini and breathtaking views of the Straits of Mackinac. Along the way, let each bartender be your guide and discover the stories behind these signature Grand Hotel cocktails.

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Botanical Cocktail Class

Discover the aromas, flavors and craftsmanship behind exceptional gin cocktails during an interactive experience at Baroque. Learn how botanicals, herbs, florals and citrus come together to create balanced cocktails, then enjoy guided tastings of two cocktails featuring Grand Hotel Private Label Gin. Guests will also receive recipe cards and $10 off a 750ml bottle of Grand Summer Gin at Grand Coffee & Provisions.

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Old Fashioned Cocktail Class

Learn the history and craftsmanship behind this classic cocktail at Grand Hotel’s elegant Baroque bar. Watch a demonstration, learn about the batch-making process and sample three bespoke Old Fashioned variations. You will also receive recipes with instructions for recreating each cocktail at home, including batch recipes for a full 750ml bottle.

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Our most anticipated sale of the year has arrived! The annual Celebrate Michigan Sale is officially live, offering a limited-time opportunity to experience the timeless elegance of Grand Hotel and the beauty of Mackinac Island at a special rate. Don’t miss your chance to save and make plans for an unforgettable escape to America’s Summer Place.

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