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Loon River Cafe
The Loon River Cafe is critically acclaimed throughout the metro Detroit area. Award winning Chef Ray Hollinsworth has put together a menu that features "the best Michigan has to offer" in this North Woods lodge-like setting, Loon River Cafe is a genuine treat for those seeking a new affordable adventure in dining. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.
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19 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 19 reviews
5 stars
(5)
4 stars
(9)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(12)
- neighborhood gem(9)
- kid-friendly(7)
- great for brunch(6)
- great for lunch(6)
- fit for foodies(4)
Loon River Cafe Reviews List
Review 1 for Loon River Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Sunday Brunch
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We enjoyed the atmosphere and diversity of selections."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Loon River Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Peaceful, Casual, and Comfortable
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A very enjoyable meal, both quiet and tasty. The menu was quite diverse, and certainly met budget. I look forward to giving it again."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Loon River Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
They seemed to have a few
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They seemed to have a few beers available, the staff didn't bother to learn them. The decor and booths were run down. Service was less than stellar 7pm on a Saturday and couldn't get a particular appetizer for whatever reason. The Hungarian pork soup was great. It was like sipping stuffed cabbage and punched this Polish kids comfort button. The soup was almost as good as the real thing, if your gramma made it. Had the 10oz buffalo ribeye, cherry/pecan pilaf and seasoned veg and would totally order it again regardless of the $25 price tag. The upshot to the joint is they frequently hold wild game dinner nights with paired adult beverages. I intend to check one of those out. Overall, despite rare menu events, nothing special, but I'd go back."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
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Review 4 for Loon River Cafe
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Not worth it!
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Mediocre food. If you get anything get some kind of meat. Certainly don't recommend. Mediocre is being generous."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2012
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Review 5 for Loon River Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was excellent, good picks
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was excellent, good picks for kids, some old time goodies plus some special dishes."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 6 for Loon River Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The menu stated the meal came
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The menu stated the meal came with a salad or soup but was never offered or asked.
We had three meals 1 was good the other portion was small ant last meal was ham and a lamb chop but did not get a lamb chop but slices of lamb half cooked and it looked like some left overs from there brunch and it was extremely tough and flavorless. We was very disappointed since it was out Easter dinner and hoped for a great meal."
We had three meals 1 was good the other portion was small ant last meal was ham and a lamb chop but did not get a lamb chop but slices of lamb half cooked and it looked like some left overs from there brunch and it was extremely tough and flavorless. We was very disappointed since it was out Easter dinner and hoped for a great meal."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2012
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Review 7 for Loon River Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place to eat. Excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place to eat. Excellent atmosphere and good food."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Loon River Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The chicken penne was cooked
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The chicken penne was cooked to order and very savory. Every mouthful was a delight! Your garlic bread should be sold on every street corner! Yum!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Loon River Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
There was a party of 4 and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"There was a party of 4 and we had a great meal and and fellowshi.
Thanks for the speedy service"
Thanks for the speedy service"
Dined on 02/28/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Loon River Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What a treat!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a wonderful meal. The food was well-prepared and delicious. I'll have dreams about their lava cake. The service was top notch: helpful, timely, cordial."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Loon River Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food was decent but for
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was decent but for the money I expected much more. I went on Valentines day for the nice atmosphere but it really wasn't anything special. The fire place would have made it 100X better but the fire place was broken. My girlfriend loves duck and we checked out the menu before hand and saw that they had a very nice looking duck dinner so we decided to go. Then they were out of duck... The food was good but noting special. For two meals two drinks and tip, the bill was well over $50 wich was way too much for an average dinner out."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 12 for Loon River Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
When my party arrived the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"When my party arrived the hostess seem very un-organized and scattered. She did sit us in the bar area while she seemed to figure out where to seat us. The restaurant wasn't crowded and many tables were available, but seemed to be short staffed. Once we were seated we could tell that many customers were not happy and were complaining. We had great service and the food was very good, so overall a great time with good friends."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
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Review 13 for Loon River Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
selection!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"outstanding menu from steaks to great fish specials hard to choose. Just means will have to come back more and more to try all they offer. Not a bad deal! Great attentive staff!"
Dined on 02/07/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Loon River Cafe
Based on the average of (6) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate