Bentwood Waterfront Tavern
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Hours
Sun
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Mon
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tue
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wed
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thu
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Fri
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sat
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Ratings and reviews
4.5
RATINGS
Food
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Value
Atmosphere
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PRICE RANGE
$15.00 – $40.00
CUISINES
American, Contemporary
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
meals, features
Is this an American restaurant?
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About
Elevated tavern fare, responsibly sourced and beautifully prepared. A warm, friendly gathering place featuring Michigan craft beers on tap and a curated wine list. Waterfront dining with outdoor seating available when weather allows. Dinner and brunch daily. Please be advised that the restaurant is operating on Eastern Standard Time.
PRICE RANGE
$15.00 – $40.00
CUISINES
American, Contemporary
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront, Non-smoking restaurants, Gift Cards Available
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4.5
494 reviews
Excellent
247
Very good
175
Average
48
Poor
11
Terrible
13
emmaretto
Chicago382 contributions
Dec 2019 • family
Bentwood Tavern is located in the Marina Grand Resort.
Not a large restaurant and at first does not look like much but once you get in and taste the food you are pleasantly surprised. We ate dinner twice here during our stay at the resort. For dinner they dim the lights and it really makes a huge difference in the ambience of the restaurant. They also have a small bar area as you walk and it was busy both times we were there.
Staff is outstanding here. Very attentive and accommodating trying to make your experience perfect. My mom is particular in how she likes her food cooked and never once did they make her feel bad or get annoyed which I have seen in other places. I was really impressed.
We ate there on New Year’s Eve night. Obviously it was busy but again we were never rushed by staff and they were staffed appropriately to ensure customers were taken care of. They had a fixed menu that night but still had several options for everyone. We all had the surf and turf and it was perfect. Just enough food to feel full yet still able to have dessert and cocktails.
If you come to New Buffalo I would try Bentwood Tavern but maybe during the warmer months so you can also enjoy their outdoor patio.
Written January 4, 2020
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Q4688JZkatiec
Thank you for taking the time to share your dining experience. I'm so happy our staff was able to provide a great evening for you. We hope to welcome you back in the future.
Written January 5, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Shari427
Tinley Park290 contributions
Sep 2020 • friends
Stayed at the Marina Grand Resort and this gem of a restaurant is there. It’s a great place to get a bar drink or special meal...reservations need to be made but it’s worth it. We had breakfast and everything was fresh and delicious. Some specialty items like the blueberry pancakes, artichoke strata and the huevos rancheros were favs. We also enjoyed the garden Bloody Mary while sitting outside on the patio next to the marina (Although a pickle would be better instead of a cucumber in this...and some olives). The staff was kind...very busy wait staff and sometimes it took some time to flag one down. Would recommend this place instead of a greasy spoon location for breakfast. Good cappuccino but took awhile to make.
Written September 13, 2020
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Q4688JZkatiec
Hello Shari. Thank you for leaving such kind words. I am glad you were able to start your day off with a good meal and drinks while overlooking New Buffalo’s beautiful Marina. See you next time! Inga
Written October 29, 2020
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Sis1129
Chicago109 contributions
Nov 2020 • none
What a great place to go during COVID. Everyone takes special care to maintain distance and cleanliness. The food as always was great. Hubby had the Bangkok chicken, it was yummy. I had the skuma bay salmon. The chef made it with white rice for me, because I don’t like black rice. It was delicious. The tuna poke appetizer was also so very good. We were to full for deserts. Our server was wonderful, she took care of us like we were family. We love this restaurant, we eat there whenever we’re in town.
Written November 12, 2020
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Inga S
Thank you so much for your ongoing support! We believe handcrafted comfort food sets the stage for the most memorable meals spent with the people you love even during these times. We look forward to seeing you next time you are in town!
Written February 1, 2021
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Jessica G
4 contributions
Aug 2020 • couples
My significant other and I wanted to have a dinner out before spending a long weekend with extended family at our vacation renal in New Buffalo. All the positive reviews I read before booking Bentwood were encouraging but our experience definitely exceeded our expectations. We were seated right away and our server was extremely personable and provided great recommendations. We shared a Caesar salad, the steak, and a margarita pizza and everything was delicious. The interior is modern coastal and created a wonderful vibe. We look forward to returning next summer!
Written December 27, 2020
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Inga S
Hello, Jessica. Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so glad that we were able to exceed your expectations. We will see you this summer!
Written February 1, 2021
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veryuniquetraveler
580 contributions
May 2021 • none
First of all, we were disappointed that the menu was changed right before our arrival. We had studied the online menu before our trip and revisited it just a few days before we left. We had already decided what we wanted to order, but upon arrival discovered that all of the dishes we had been looking forward to were no longer offered.
I enjoy eating things that are unique and different from the ordinary, but as other reviewers stated, these choices were getting a bit too unusual. For example, I really wanted to try the salmon cakes, but want NOTHING to do with ramps in the sauce. The previously offered lemon dill sauce sounded great. Some of the entrees sounded interesting, but hardly any of the side choices that came with them sounded appealing. Husband didn't know what hardly anything on the menu was. I expected a much higher quality of food, but everything we ordered tasted bland and didn't have much flavor.
We ordered online for dinner and breakfast and ate on our balcony. It seemed the wait for both was a bit long. I didn't realize the online order form tricked you into leaving a large tip that I did NOT want to pay. Why in the world would you pay a tip for pickup food? It wasn't tableservice. I feel ripped off by that. Overall, prices were high to start with.
Written May 29, 2021
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KenJohn316
South Bend65 contributions
Dec 2022 • couples
One person in our party had a nice view of the outside from our booth while the other saw only the interior of the restaurant. The fixed table and seat positions and fully moveable seat cushions meant the space was tight while slippery. Weird, but worth noting.
Attentive service.
The menu left me wanting more options. Definitely overpriced. More new New Buffalo than anything.
Our dinner selections were a $25 fish and chips and an $18 burger (prior to add-ons that each cost $1 or more). Neither of the meals were anything special but on the whole they didn’t disappoint. The plates were large, and portions approaching large. Two pieces of heavily breaded fried fish tasted ‘fine’. The burger was very good. Each plate came with a generous portion of good-not-great fries.
It would be hard to justify a repeat visit. Redamak’s was closed, but you can get a great burger there for under $10. And I don’t know of a (even AYCE) fish fry that would be worth $25, let alone a two piece plate. I’m not complaining and note I awarded 4 stars, even though it is probably a true 3.5 experience.
Written January 1, 2023
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Donald L
Chicago105 contributions
Sep 2022 • none
Dropped in for a light bite and glass of wine, 3 people. OMG 175.00 for light plates and glasses of wine. Thats before the tip .
Wedge salad was fine but the wine pours were really weak. My fault I’ll read the fine print . Restaurant was lightly attended but of course we were directed not a table for a server as opposed to going to window seating.
Written October 1, 2022
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James S
Marathon89 contributions
Aug 2020 • couples
We especially loved the soft pretzel appetizer with a mustard sauce and a cheese spread. Our salmon entrées were also very good with a very interesting vegetable medley of quinois, pistachio nuts, carrots, and spinach. A little on the expensive side, but it lived up to expectations.
Written August 16, 2020
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Q4688JZkatiec
Hello. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. The soft pretzel appetizer is definitely one of my favorites. I am so happy to hear you enjoyed it! We look forward to seeing you next time! Inga
Written August 17, 2020
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Michigan traveler
5 contributions
Oct 2022 • none
Venue is nice in summer but not great otherwise. Menu is fairly limited compared to a year or so ago. Prices fairly high, and the place clearly doesn't want children guests.
Kid's menu a joke - 3 or 4 choices like grilled cheese or burger for $15. Should just say "children accommodated but not really welcome." We think there are better places in New Buffalo. Won't be back.
Written October 22, 2022
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Matthew B
Westchester82 contributions
Jul 2021 • couples
Walked in and were seated immediately on the terrace. Ordered the featured mule. Our server, Julie, was very helpful in ordering and recommended the Whitefish and she was spot on. It was delicious. We also ordered the fish and chips. Not greasy just crispy.
So happy with the service and the meal.
Written July 13, 2021
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mflyon
Wilmette305 contributions
Aug 2020 • none
We had an enjoyable and delicious lunch. We ate corn/potato/feta salad; fig and prosciutto flatbread. For desserts brownie (huge portion and very good) and a blueberry cobbler. We drank white wine and prosecco.
This restaurant was recommended by a friend and we were not disappointed.
Written August 18, 2020
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Q4688JZkatiec
Hello. We are so glad you came to check us out, and that you enjoyed your lunch on our lovely patio. Thank you to your friends for recommending us! See you soon! Inga
Written August 19, 2020
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Kate K
1 contribution
Aug 2021 • none
We stayed at the Marina Grand for 2 nights. The hotel emailed me 2 times to make reservations at Bentwood and I was like yeah yeah, ok. I'm from Chicago and I will find a way to get in this restaurant. First night: we got added to the walk-in for outdoor seating waitlist and got seated in 20 mins. The greatest surprise ever!!
The food is incredible. I'm a vegetarian - food was delish. My kids devoured the kids options. My boyfriend is a hardcore food critic - he had the fish and chips and approved. It was so good we even ordered breakfast the next day from here!
However our second night they were at max capacity and could not seat us. Nor could the other 2 restaurants in town. LESSON: MAKE A RESERVATION. You won't regret it!!
Written August 18, 2021
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rageisman
Saint Louis365 contributions
Aug 2020 • none
Went here our last night in town, and really enjoyed the food. We shared the crab cake, corn salad, cheese curds and pretzel. Favorite were the crab cake and corn salad, but all were pretty good. Outside seating with the marina view was very nice. My only complaint was when you check in for your table, you are taken through the entire inside of the restaurants to your outdoor table. Not covid friendly. There is a place to exit straight off the patio when you leave. Be prepared to wait for an outside table.
Written September 14, 2020
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Inga S
Hello. We’re glad you were able to enjoy your dinner on the patio! We will make sure to consider your great suggestion when reviewing our safety protocols for this year's outdoor dining season. We look forward to seeing you again!
Written February 1, 2021
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Kim D
New Castle20 contributions
Aug 2023 • family
Ok, I can’t thank Max and the chef enough! We had come in for the weekend and it had rained all day! Even though take out orders were not actually permitted because of the crowd, Max was able to grab a bruschetta for us!
Written August 5, 2023
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Barbara M
77 contributions
Aug 2022 • none
My daughter and I had dinner here a few nights ago. Everything was first rate from the staff to the food and even the view!! My daughter had the shrimp tacos and they were very good. I had the fish and chips and the fish was excellent! We were very fortunate that we were able to sit out on the pario. We arrived there with a reservation at 5:30PM and were able to sit out on the patio, When we left, there were several people waiting to sit outside. If we ever get back to New Buffalo, this restaurant will be first on our list!
Written August 20, 2022
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