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Lively and inviting, celebrating people and community, The Gate House is a local favorite restaurant serving lunch and dinner. In addition to the thoughtfully crafted craveable offerings, entrées, and delicious desserts, The Gate House is well known for its signature MAC Daddy Burger.

Featuring local live entertainment weekly and seasonal bar specials, you can relax with a cocktail on the expansive outdoor patio or cozy up next to the warm stone fireplace in chilly weather. Your new favorite spot has arrived.

Those under the age of 18 are not allowed inside or outside of The Gate House after 10 pm.

The Gate House
1547 Cadotte Avenue
Mackinac Island
906-847-3772

The Gate House is closed for the 2024 season. Please check back for dining hours when the 2025 season opens April 25, 2005. We look forward to seeing you next season!

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11:00am - 4:00pm. Daily Ask your server how to receive 15% off your first purchase and earn rewards at 11 locations on Mackinac Island.

Fried Pickle Spears Jalapeño Ranch Dipping Sauce

^$ 14

Pretzels and Beer Cheese Warm Pretzel Sticks, Beer Cheese Dipping Sauce

^$ 12

Potato and Cheddar Pierogies Horseradish Sour Cream, Crispy Bacon, Caramelized Onion

^$ 14

Fried Cheese Curds Marinara Sauce

^$ 15

Crispy Calamari Giardiniera Vegetables, Spicy Marinara Sauce

^$ 17

Warm Crab Dip Lump Crab, Old Bay Seasoning, Warm Pita

^$ 19

Firecracker Shrimp Tempura Shrimp, Seaweed Salad, Fresno Peppers, Sweet Chili Sriracha Sauce

^$ 17

Brisket Nachos Blue Corn Tortilla Chips, Smoked Brisket, Pepper Jack and Cheddar Cheeses, Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo, Guacamole, Fire-Roasted Salsa

^$ 22

Boneless Buffalo Chicken Wings or Traditional Buffalo Wings Dry Buffalo Spice or Traditional Buffalo, Celery Sticks, Blue Cheese or Ranch Dressing (GF)

Boneless Buffalo Chicken Wings ^$ 16

Traditional Buffalo Wings ^$ 18

Smoked Whitefish and Clam Chowder Crispy Bacon, Oyster Crackers

^$ 14

Garden Cobb Salad Hard-Boiled Egg, Avocado, Tomato, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette (GF)

^$ 18

Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl* Sticky Rice, Edamame, Cucumber, Avocado, Seaweed Salad, Yuzu Vinaigrette

^$ 27

Classic Caesar Salad Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Shaved Parmesan, Creamy Caesar Dressing (GF)

^$ 16

Crispy Chicken Bowl Baby Spinach, Quinoa, Avocado, Black Beans, Sweet Corn, Jalapeño Ranch Dressing

^$ 26

Spinach Salad Fresh Strawberries, Watermelon, Feta, Shaved Red Onion, Lemon Poppy Vinaigrette

^$ 16

Grilled Chimichurri Steak Bowl* Cilantro-Lime Rice, Black Beans, Sweet Corn, Red Onion, Tomato, Avocado

^$ 29

Beyond Burger Plant-Based Patty, Sharp Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion

^$ 21

Pan-Fried Local Walleye Cabbage Slaw, Jalapeño-Lime Tartar Sauce, Club Roll

^$ 23

Crispy Chicken Pickle-Brined Chicken, Mayo, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato, Toasted Brioche Bun

^$ 21

Smoked Beef Brisket Tacos Charred Corn, Cotija Cheese, Pickled Red Onion, Chipotle Aioli

^$ 22

MAC Daddy Burger* Wagyu Beef Patty, Caramelized Bacon Jam, Smoked Provolone, Heirloom Tomato, Bibb Lettuce

^$ 25

Bacon-Cheddar Burger* Apple Cider Smoked Bacon, Sharp Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato

^$ 21

Grilled Lamb Burger Feta, Tzatziki, Grilled Onion, Arugula

^$ 23

Sourdough Grilled Cheese Sharp Cheddar, Plath's Bacon, Heirloom Tomato

^$ 17

Buffalo Fries Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce

^$ 8

Loaded Cheese Fries Cheddar Cheese, Bacon, Chives

^$ 10

Truffle Fries Parmesan Cheese, Herb Aioli

^$ 10

Poutine Fries Cheese Curds, Brown Gravy

^$ 12

Lemon Quinoa Wilted Spinach

^$ 8

Grilled Skirt Steak* Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Black Garlic (GF)

^$ 36

Mushroom and Charred Corn Enchiladas Green Chili, Queso Fresco, Avocado (GF)

^$ 29

Fish and Chips Local Whitefish, Bell's Two Hearted Batter, French Fries, Lime Tartar Sauce

^$ 32

Honey Glazed Salmon Lemon Quinoa, Sautéed Spinach (GF)

^$ 34

Caramel Apple Fried Ice Cream Caramel Apple Ice Cream, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Chantilly Cream

^$ 12

Bumpy Cake Devil's Food Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Buttercream, Fudge Frosting

^$ 10

Warm Michigan Cherry Cobbler Sweet Michigan Cherries, Streusel Topping, Guernsey Dairy Farms Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

^$ 12

4:00pm - 9:00pm Daily. Ask your server how to receive 15% off your first purchase and earn rewards at 11 locations on Mackinac Island.

Fried Pickle Spears Jalapeño Ranch Dipping Sauce

^$ 14

Pretzels and Beer Cheese Warm Pretzel Sticks, Crispy Bacon, Beer Cheese Dipping Sauce

^$ 12

Potato and Cheddar Pierogies Horseradish Sour Cream, Crispy Bacon, Caramelized Onion

^$ 14

Fried Cheese Curds Marinara Sauce

^$ 15

Crispy Calamari Giardiniera Vegetables, Spicy Marinara Sauce

^$ 17

Warm Crab Dip Lump Crab, Old Bay Seasoning, Warm Pita

^$ 19

Firecracker Shrimp Tempura Shrimp, Seaweed Salad, Fresno Peppers, Sweet Chile Sriracha Sauce

^$ 17

Brisket Nachos Blue Corn Tortilla Chips, Smoked Brisket, Pepper Jack and Cheddar Cheeses, Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo, Guacamole, Fire-Roasted Salsa (GF)

^$ 22

Boneless Buffalo Chicken Wings or Traditional Buffalo Wings Dry Buffalo Spice or Traditional Buffalo, Celery Sticks, Blue Cheese or Ranch Dressing (GF)

Boneless Buffalo Chicken Wings ^$ 16

Traditional Buffalo Wings ^$ 18

Smoked Whitefish and Clam Chowder Crispy Bacon, Oyster Crackers

^$ 14

Garden Cobb Salad Hard-Boiled Egg, Avocado, Tomato, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette

^$ 18

Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl Sticky Rice, Edamame, Cucumber, Avocado, Seaweed Salad, Yuzu Vinaigrette

^$ 27

Classic Caesar Salad Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Shaved Parmesan, Creamy Caesar Dressing (GF)

^$ 16

Crispy Chicken Bowl Baby Spinach, Quinoa, Avocado, Black Beans, Sweet Corn, Jalapeño Ranch Dressing

^$ 26

Spinach Salad Fresh Strawberries, Watermelon, Feta, Shaved Red Onion, Lemon Poppy Vinaigrette

^$ 16

Grilled Chimichurri Steak Bowl* Cilantro-Lime Rice, Black Beans, Sweet Corn, Red Onion, Tomato, Avocado

^$ 29

Beyond Burger Plant-Based Patty, Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion

^$ 21

Pan-Fried Local Walleye Cabbage Slaw, Jalapeño-Lime Tartar Sauce, Club Roll

^$ 23

Crispy Chicken Pickle-Brined Chicken, Mayo, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato, Toasted Brioche Bun

^$ 21

MAC Daddy Burger* Wagyu Beef Patty, Caramelized Onion & Bacon Jam, Smoked Gouda, Heirloom Tomato, Bibb Lettuce

^$ 25

Bacon-Cheddar Burger* Apple Cider Smoked Bacon, Sharp Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion

^$ 21

Smoked Beef Brisket Tacos Charred Corn, Cotija Cheese, Pickled Red Onion, Chipotle Aioli

^$ 22

Grilled Lamb Burger Feta, Tzatziki, Grilled Onion, Arugula

^$ 23

Buffalo Fries Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce

^$ 8

Loaded Cheese Fries Cheddar Cheese, Bacon, Chives

^$ 10

Truffle Fries Parmesan, Herb Aioli

^$ 10

Poutine Fries Cheese Curds, Demi-Glace

^$ 12

Lemon Quinoa Sauteed Spinach

^$ 8

Mushroom, Poblano and Charred Corn Enchiladas Queso Fresco, Avocado, Salsa Verde, Cilantro, Lime (GF)

^$ 27

Vegan Bolognese Plant-Based Spaghetti, Vegan Parmesan, Torn Basil

^$ 30

Honey Glazed Salmon* Lemon Quinoa, Sautéed Spinach (GF)

^$ 34

Fish and Chips Local White Fish, Bell's Two Hearted Batter, French Fries, Lime Tartar Sauce

^$ 32

Chicken Carbonara Pan-Roasted Chicken, Fettuccini Pasta, Bacon, Sweet Peas, Parmesan Alfredo Sauce

^$ 29

Grilled Chicken Kabobs Marinated Chicken, Squash, Zucchini, Onion and Peppers, Cilantro-Lime Rice

^$ 32

Sliced Beef Pot Roast Potato Croquettes, Roasted Carrots, Green Beans, Horseradish Sour Cream

^$ 34

Grilled Skirt Steak* Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Black Garlic (GF)

^$ 35

Caramel Apple Fried Ice Cream Caramel Apple Ice Cream, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Chantilly Cream

^$ 12

Bumpy Cake Devil's Food Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Buttercream, Fudge Frosting

^$ 10

Warm Michigan Cherry Cobbler Sweet Michigan Cherries, Streusel Topping, Guernsey Dairy Farms Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

^$ 12

Ask your server how to receive 15% off your first purchase and earn rewards at 11 locations on Mackinac Island.

Lilac Lemonade Hanson Meyer Lemon Vodka, Long Road Raspberry Liquer, La Marca Prosecco

^$ 16

Mackinac Fudge Martini Vanilla-Infused Ketel One Vodka, Baileys Irish Cream, Crème de Cacao, Grand Fudge Rim

^$ 17

Blackberry-Lemon Spritz Deep Eddy Lemon Vodka, Water Hill Blackberry Liqueur, Fever-Tree Ginger Beer

^$ 16

The Gate House Coffee Wheatley Vodka, Baileys Chocolate Liqueur, Mr Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, La Colombe Coffee. Served Hot or Cold

^$ 17

Gin Basil Smash Iron Fish Woodland Gin, Basil, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup

^$ 16

Jungle Juice Bacardí Light Rum, Aperol, Simple Syrup, Lime & Pineapple Juices

^$ 16

Cherry Margarita Espolòn Blanco Tequila, Cherry Juice, Amber Agave, Lime Juice, Cherries

^$ 16

The Mezcal Mule Illegal Mezcal, Fever-Tree Ginger Beer, Lime Juice, Passion Fruit, Agave, Cucumber-Tajín Garnish

^$ 17

Smoked Rye Old Fashioned Templeton Rye, Bourbon-Smoked Sugar, Angostura Bitters, Amarena Cherries

^$ 18

Cadotte Whiskey Smash Knob Creek Bourbon, Simple Syrup, Lemon Juice, Muddled Mint

^$ 17

Burgess Rum Runner Bacardí Light Rum, Sailor Jerry's Spiced Rum, Myers's Original Dark Rum, Blackberry Liqueur, Crème de Banana, Orange & Cranberry Juices, Ginger Ale, Cherries. Additional Myers's Original Dark Rum Float $4

^$ 16

Green Tea Whiskey, Peach Schnapps, Sour Mix

^$ 10

Red Bull Bombs Deep Eddy Vodka

^$ 10

Gummy Bear Wheatly Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Sour Mix

^$ 10

Lemon Drop Hew Amsterdam Vodka, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup

^$ 10

Bell's Two Hearted IPA

^$ 8

Bell's Oberon Wheat Ale

^$ 8

Bell's Lager of the Lakes

^$ 8

Cheboygan Lighthouse Amber

^$ 7

Pabst Blue Ribbon

Pint (16 Oz.) ^$ 6

Sam Adams Seasonal

Pint (16 Oz.) ^$ 7

Guinness Stout

Pint (16 Oz.) ^$ 7

New Belgium Seasonal

Pint (16 Oz.) ^$ 7

Atwater Vanilla Java Porter

^$ 7

Budweiser

^$ 7

Bud Light

^$ 7

Corona

^$ 7

Coors Light

^$ 7

Heinken

^$ 7

Heineken 0.0 n/a

^$ 7

Michelob Ultra

^$ 7

Miller Lite

^$ 7

Modelo Especial

^$ 7

Peroni

^$ 7

Bell's Big Porch Ale

^$ 9

Blake's Hard Cider Triple Jam or American Apple

^$ 7

High Noon Hard Seltzer Vodka & Soda Seltzer Peach or Pineapple

^$ 8

White Claw Seltzer Natural Lime, Raspberry, Ruby Grapefruit or Black Cherry

^$ 7

Twisted Tea Original Hard Iced Tea

^$ 7

Sauvignon Blanc

^$ 16

^$ 22

^$ 79

Chardonnay

^$ 16

^$ 22

^$ 79

Cabernet Sauvignon

^$ 16

^$ 22

^$ 79

La Marca Prosecco

Bottle ^$ 56

Glass ^$ 14

Caposaldo Moscato

Bottle ^$ 56

Glass ^$ 14

Charlotte's Home Sauvignon Blanc

Bottle ^$ 52

Glass ^$ 14

Franciscan Estate Chardonnay

Bottle ^$ 48

Glass ^$ 13

Lumina Pinot Grigio

Bottle ^$ 48

Glass ^$ 13

DAOU

Bottle ^$ 54

Glass ^$ 14

Bonanza by Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon

Bottle ^$ 56

Glass ^$ 15

DAOU Cabernet Sauvignon

Bottle ^$ 60

Glass ^$ 16

Sea Sun Pinot Noir

Bottle ^$ 56

Glass ^$ 15

Pessimist Red Blend

Bottle ^$ 60

Glass ^$ 16

Mineral Water 750mL Acqua Panna or S.Pellegrino Sparkling

^$ 8

Draught Root Beer Featuring 1919 Draught Root Beer

Regular ^$ 7

As a float ^$ 11

Pepsi Brand Soft Drink

^$ 5

Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri

^$ 8

Virgin Piña Colada

^$ 8

Virgin Mango Mule Fever-Tree Ginger Beer, Mango, Lime Juice

^$ 8

Strawberry and Rhubarb Spritzer Lemon Juice, Agave, Strawberry Rhubarb Bitters, Soda Water

^$ 8

Blueberry Limeade Lemonade, Blueberry Purée, Lime Juice

^$ 8

La Colombe Coffee Regular or Decaf

^$ 5

La Colombe Cold Brew

^$ 5

Hazelnut or Caramel La Colombe Coffee

^$ 7

Steven Smith Hot Tea Jasmine Silver Tip, Lord Bergamot Earl Grey, Chamomile or Peppermint Leaves

^$ 5

Steven Smith Iced Tea Hibiscus Punch

^$ 5

Crispy Chicken Tenders Fresh Fruit or French Fries

Cheeseburger Cheddar Cheese, Fresh Fruit or French Fries

Grilled Cheese Fresh Fruit or French Fries

Macaroni & Cheese Fresh Fruit or French Fries

Available 9 pm to Close. Ask your server how to receive 15% off your first purchase and earn rewards at 11 locations on Mackinac Island.

Pretzels and Beer Cheese Warm Pretzel Sticks, Beer Cheese Dipping Sauce, Crispy Bacon

^$ 12

Fried Cheese Curds Marinara Sauce

^$ 15

Firecracker Shrimp Tempura Shrimp, Sweet Chile Sriracha Sauce, Fresno Peppers, Seaweed Salad

^$ 17

Boneless Buffalo Chicken Wings or Traditional Buffalo Wings Dry Buffalo Spice or Traditional Buffalo, Blue Cheese or Ranch Dressing, Celery Sticks

Boneless Buffalo Chicken Wings ^$ 16

Traditional Buffalo Wings ^$ 18

Brisket Nachos Blue Corn Tortilla Chips, Smoked Brisket, Pepper Jack and Cheddar Cheeses, Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo, Guacamole, Fire-Roasted Salsa

^$ 22

Crispy Chicken Pickle-Brined Chicken, Mayo, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato, Toasted Brioche Bun

^$ 21

Bacon-Cheddar Burger* Apple Cider Smoked Bacon, Sharp Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato

^$ 21

MAC Daddy Burger* Wagyu Beef Patty, Caramelized Onion & Bacon Jam, Smoked Provolone, Heirloom Tomato, Bibb Lettuce

^$ 25

Buffalo Fries Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce

^$ 8

Loaded Cheese Fries Cheddar Cheese, Bacon, Chives

^$ 10

Truffle Fries Parmesan Cheese, Herb Aioli

^$ 10

Poutine Fries Cheese Curds, Demi-Glace

^$ 12

Lemon Quinoa Sautéed Spinach

^$ 8

Available 9:00 pm to Close. Ask your server how to receive 15% off your first purchase and earn rewards at 11 locations on Mackinac Island.

Pretzels and Beer Cheese Warm Pretzel Sticks, Crispy Bacon, Beer Cheese Dipping Sauce

^$ 12

Fried Cheese Curds Marinara Sauce

^$ 15

Firecracker Shrimp Tempura Shrimp, Seaweed Salad, Fresno Peppers, Sweet Chile Sriracha Sauce

^$ 17

Brisket Nachos Blue Corn Tortilla Chips, Smoked Brisket, Pepper Jack and Cheddar Cheeses, Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo, Guacamole, Fire-Roasted Salsa

^$ 22

Boneless Buffalo Chicken Wings or Traditional Buffalo Wings Dry Buffalo Spice or Traditional Buffalo, Celery Sticks, Blue Cheese or Ranch Dressing

Boneless Buffalo Chicken Wings ^$ 16

Traditional Buffalo Wings ^$ 18

Crispy Tostones Garlic Aioli, Salsa Verde

^$ 12

Queso Fundido Oaxaca Cheese, Chorizo, Cilantro, Blue Corn Tortillas

^$ 14

Chicken and Cheese Pupusa Shredded Chicken, Oaxaca Cheese, Salsa Rojo, Curtido

^$ 12

Crispy Chicken Pickle-Brined Chicken, Mayo, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato, Toasted Brioche Bun

^$ 21

Bacon-Cheddar Burger* Apple Cider Smoked Bacon, Sharp Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato

^$ 21

MAC Daddy Burger* Wagyu Beef Patty, Caramelized Onion & Bacon Jam, Smoked Provolone, Heirloom Tomato, Bibb Lettuce

^$ 25

Buffalo Fries Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce

^$ 8

Loaded Cheese Fries Cheddar Cheese, Bacon, Chives

^$ 10

Truffle Fries Parmesan Cheese, Herb Aioli

^$ 10

Poutine Fries Cheese Curds, Demi-Glace

^$ 12

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