Timeless, Yet Unexpected

Overlooking the world’s longest porch and the Straits of Mackinac, our Main Dining Room offers one of the most picturesque dining experiences in an elegant setting for unforgettable breakfasts, lunches and formal dinners. This landmark dining destination centers on old-world hospitality, where dressing up for dinner is a tradition, and gathering for a meal is an event.

The dining room transforms as the day progresses, and it all begins with coming together for breakfast, the hotel’s primary place to begin the day with both classic and unique dishes. A signature to Grand Hotel is the Grand Luncheon Experience — a lavish bountiful display of food and beverage, a fusion of tradition and innovation uniting yesterday and tomorrow.

In the evening, there is a dress code as the dining room transforms with nightly live entertainment from the Grand Hotel Orchestra and a five-course rotating dinner menu that is locally focused and globally artistic. The Grand Pecan Ball with fudge sauce, which made its debut in 1947, is the signature dessert. Each season, Grand Hotel guests happily consume more than 60,000 Grand Pecan Balls.

Recently honored by a Wine Spectator Award for “Best of Excellence”, the dining room has over 350 selections of wine — curated by our master sommelier, Elizabeth Schweitzer — to balance the epicurean delight. The beloved staff, the heart of the Main Dining Room, graciously welcomes guests year after year, providing a familiar warmth of returning home.

*Times and availability for the Main Dining Room are subject to change. Please reference our Event Calendar for availability.

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Sparking Passionfruit & Peach Juice

Roasted Heirloom Carrots Pickled Golden Raisin, Cumin Coconut Yogurt, Harissa Vinaigrette

Pork Belly & Rabbit Terrine Roasted Garlic Sourdough, Apricot Mustard

Butternut Squash Ravioli Swiss Chard, Caramelized Shallot, Pancetta, Sage Cream Sauce

Seared Jumbo Day Boat Scallop Sweet Corn Maque Choux, Peppadew, Chile Oil

Roasted Cauliflower Lemon, Parsley, Crispy Garlic

French Onion En Croûte Caramelized Onions, Sherry

Clam & Smoked Whitefish Chowder Oyster Crackers

Lacinato Kale Purple Grapes, Sunflower Seeds, Feta, Oregano Vinaigrette

Warm Beet Salad Kumquat, Pearl Onion, Pistachio, Sherry Vinegar

Charred Savoy Cabbage Beluga Lentil, Quinoa, Mushroom, Dorati Tomato

Maple-Glazed Cedar Plank Salmon* Wild Rice Pilaf, Michigan Cherries

Pretzel-Crusted Chicken Breast Mustard & Gruyere Spaetzle, Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

Pan-Roasted Duck Breast* Spiced Sweet Potato, Bok Choy, Port Wine Jus

Surf & Turf* Sliced Beef Tenderloin, Jumbo Shrimp Scampi, Asparagus, Red Wine Demi-Glace

Sparkling Raspberry Juice

Caramelized Onion Tart Gruyère, Niçoise Olive, Rosemary

Crispy Brussels Sprouts Pomegranate, Fig Molasses

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Rosé Cocktail Sauce, Fennel & Cucumber Salad

Wagyu Beef Tartare* Toasted Sourdough, Cured Egg Yolk, Crispy Capers

Organic Chicken Consommé Matzah, Mirepoix

Celery Root & Parsnip Smoked Pepitas

Steak Soup Kimmelweck Croutons

Baby Caesar Romaine, Lola Rosa, Whole Wheat Crouton, White Anchovy, Parmesan, Creamy Caesar Dressing

Tomato & Cucumber Salad Crispy Pita, Aleppo, Sumac Vinaigrette, Parsley

Roasted Cauliflower Aloo Gobi Lemongrass Brown Rice, Crispy Chickpeas, Mint & Basil Chutney

Quinoa-Crusted Lake Trout Acorn Squash, Fennel Slaw, Orange Butter

Chicken Roulade Mushroom Risotto, Fontina, Spinach, Tomato

Seared Rack of Lamb* Potato Hash, Cider-Braised Lardons, Swiss Chard, Lamb Jus

Slowly Braised Boneless Beef Short Rib Sour Cream & Chive Mashed Potatoes, Pole Beans, 1887 Bourbon Glaze

Sparkling White Grape Juice

Roasted Beet Hummus Vegetable Crudités, Lavash

Farro Islands Salmon Tartare* Cucumber, Grapefruit, Rice Cracker, Togarashi Cream

Fig Bruschetta Whipped Hot Honey Ricotta, Chestnut, Thyme

Beef Short Rib Arancini Black Truffle, Celery Root, Wild Mushroom Purée

Beef Bone Broth Herbed Späetzle

Shrimp Bisque Sherry Crème Fraîche

Roasted Gala Apple & Acorn Squash Cinnamon Challah Croutons

Frisée & Watercress Toasted Almond, Mandarin, Sesame Mustard Vinaigrette

Baby Wedge Apple Cider Smoked Bacon, Radish, Carrot, Blue Cheese Dressing

Vegan Bolognese Cauliflower Linguini, Eggplant, San Marzano Tomato

Swordfish Oscar-Style Smoked Fingerling Potatoes, Broccolini, Lump Crab, Hollandaise

Pan-Seared Chicken Breast Sweet Cornbread Pudding, Pole Beans, Black Garlic

Slow-Roasted Berkshire Pork Loin Mango Mostarda Glaze, Warm Escarole and Potato Salad

Prime Rib of Beef* Horseradish Mashed Potatoes, Spinach Gratin, Au Jus

Crispy Chicken Tenders French Fries or Fruit Cup

Cheeseburger Sliders French Fries or Fruit Cup

Macaroni and Cheese French Fries or Fruit Cup

Grilled Chicken Breast Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables

Warm Brownie Sundae

Banana Pudding Cup Whipped Cream, Gummy Worms

Grand Mary Belvedere Vodka, Olive, Pickled Asparagus

^$ 23

Grand Mimosa Chandon Brut Sparkling, Orange Juice

^$ 23

East Porch Tequila Sunrise Patron Silver, Fresh Orange Juice, Club Soda, Pomegranate and Cranberry Juice

^$ 24

Orange Mango Smoothie Orange, Mango, Coconut Milk Yogurt

Berry Acai Smoothie Mixed Berries, Acai, Greek Yogurt, Agave

Fresh Fruit Plate Sliced Golden Pineapple, Honeydew, Cantaloupe, Kiwi, Grapes

Greek Yogurt Bowl Vanilla Greek Yogurt, Gluten Free Granola, Berries, Local Honey

Overnight Oats Steel Cut Oats, Chia, Coconut Milk, Mixed Berries, Mint

Steel Cut Oatmeal Brown Sugar, Raisin

Croissant Traditional, Chocolate or Toasted Almond

Muffin Blueberry, Lemon Poppy, or Chocolate Chip

Danish Cream Cheese, Lemon Curd, or Mixed Berry

Scone Traditional, Orange Cranberry, or Black Currant

Pop Tart

Chocolate Avocado Muffin

Steak and Eggs Two Eggs, Sliced Skirt Steak, Chimichurri, Breakfast Potato

Eggs Your Way Two Eggs, Choice of Bacon, Country Sausage or Chicken Apple Sausage, Breakfast Potato

Eggs Benedict Toasted English Muffin, Canadian Bacon, Poached Eggs, Hollandaise Sauce

Omelette Three Cage-Free Egg Omelet Served with Breakfast Potatoes Choice of Fillings: Onion, Bell Pepper, Mushroom, Spinach, Tomato, Ham, Bacon, Sausage, Chicken Sausage Cheddar, Mozzarella, Feta Cheese

Avocado Toast Multi-Grain Toast, Avocado Pulp, Lime, Poached Egg, Shaved Radish, Everything Spice

Buttermilk Pancakes Mixed Berries, Powdered Sugar, Maple Syrup

Grand Mariner French Toast Cinnamon Swirl Brioche, Grand Mariner Batter, Orange, Powdered Sugar, Maple Syrup

Smoked Salmon Toasted Bagel, Cream Cheese, Hard Boiled Egg, Red Onion, Tomato, Capers

Individual Quiche Loraine Smoked Ham, Caramelized Onion, Gruyere Cheese, Egg, Arugula Salad

Grand Pecan Ball Guernsey Vanilla Ice Cream, Pecans, Fudge Sauce (GF)

Grand Mariner Crème Brûlée Macerated Berries

Warm Chocolate Lava Cake Salted Caramel Sauce, Raspberry Powered Sugar

Honeycrisp Apple Cobbler Cinnamon Swirl Ice Cream

Cheese Plate Assortment of Cow, Sheep and Goat Cheese, Fig Preserves

2200 Quinta de la Rosa 20 Year Tawny, Douro, PT

^$ 23

Smith Woodhouse Ruby Late Bottled Vintage, Douro, PT

^$ 22

Chateau Chantal Cerise Cherry, Old Mission Peninsula, MI

^$ 18

Bel Lago Cherry Wine, Leelenau Peninsula, MI

^$ 14

Cascade Raspberry Chocolate Silk, Grand Rapids, MI

^$ 14

Desire Eiswein, Rheinhessen, DT

^$ 17

Sichel Sauternes, Bordeaux, FR

^$ 18

1887 Grand Rye

^$ 30

1887 Grand Bourbon

^$ 32

Courvoisier VS Cognac

^$ 19

Glenmorangie 18-Year Scotch

^$ 69

Jameson

^$ 20

Johnnie Walker Blue Label Scotch

^$ 84

The Macallan 12 Year Scotch

^$ 39

Oban 14 Year Scotch

^$ 46

Rémy Martin VSOP Cognac

^$ 26

Rémy Martin Louis XIII Cognac

^$ 599

Woodford Reserve Bourbon

^$ 23

Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Bourbon

^$ 30

Bailey's Irish Cream

^$ 20

Campari Apertivo

^$ 20

Chambord

^$ 23

Disaronno Amaretto

^$ 20

Fernet-Branca

^$ 20

Grand Marnier

^$ 23

Kahlua (& Cream)

^$ 20

Breakfast

At Grand Hotel, breakfast includes a wide selection of entrees including omelets, eggs any style, hot and cold cereals, pancakes and French toast with authentic Michigan maple syrup, hot oatmeal, breakfast meats, salmon, fresh bread and pastries, fresh juices, fruits, and more.

Grand Luncheon Experience

The legendary Grand Luncheon Experience is a one-of-a-kind Grand Hotel experience. Offerings include fresh salads, composed salads, fresh seafood including oysters, mussels, and assorted smoked fish, assorted and domestic cheeses and fruits, a variety of hot items and a carvery station. No Grand Luncheon is complete without a lavish and bountiful dessert display. Beverages that are included are coffee, tea, and lemonade. Soft drinks, wine, beer, and a full bar are available for additional purchase. The Grand Luncheon Experience is a multiple-year winner of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence.

Adults: $77.00
Children 6 – 12 Years Old: $39.00

For group inquiries of 20 or more guests for the Grand Luncheon Experience, please reach out to [email protected].

Dinner

The Main Dining Room’s dinner menu is renowned for its range and excellence, with three rotating menus throughout the season. The meal includes a variety of options designed by our chef. Each meal begins with an appetizer followed by soup, salad, entrée, and dessert.

All pricing does not include tax. Children under 5 eat for free. Guests 13 and older are considered as adult pricing.
Because dressing up for dinner is a tradition at Grand Hotel, please view our Dress Guide.
We accept reservations for parties of 10 or more people. To make a reservation, please contact our Concierge at (906) 847-3331 ext. 567.
For guests who wish to bring their own wine, Grand Hotel charges a $50.00 corkage fee.