Cafe Santé

Had a nice meal here after a day of snowboarding. Tried a variety of things including their hanger steak, fries, wood fired meatball pizza, fresh pasta and of course a few cocktails. Everything was good and the server, Jeff, was excellent. Would recommend to anyone and will be back next time we are at Boyne.

Cafe Santé was a really enjoyable place for breakfast with great food and a pleasant atmosphere. The pancakes were excellent — more European in style, thinner and lighter, with a balanced flavor that wasn’t overly sweet. Easily a 10 out of 10 for the pancakes alone. The traditional American breakfast was also very tasty and satisfying. It’s definitely on the rich and greasy side, which might be the only downside, but at the same time that’s exactly what gives it its strong flavor. I’d rate it around a 9.5 out of 10 for taste and portion. The décor is nice and welcoming, and the overall atmosphere feels relaxed and comfortable, making it a great spot to sit down and enjoy a proper breakfast.

You can choose between sparkling or still water to start, which was a nice touch. Ashley, our server, was wonderful, friendly and attentive. The margherita pizza was amazing! The crust was light, crispy, and perfectly charred. The Belgian frites with rouille were absolutely delicious. The rouille is made in house. The restaurant offers a dinner from different European countries, much like a "tour of" meal. Drinks are available to-go so you can enjoy them while walking through the social district. There was a live band playing, and the overall atmosphere was cozy and comfortable. We will return the next time we are in Boyne.

Fine dining without the exorberant cost. Exceptional value. Extremely friendly staff. Beautiful location in lovely Boyne City by Lake Charlevoix. When I return, (you betcha!) I'll try more than just breakfast, although I was definitely not disappointed with their Vienna Pancakes and their Eggs Benedict. Absolutely delicious!

Best food in town. Stopped in on a Monday night and it was quite busy. Everything was so good. We had a Pizza, the Bolognese Pasta, shrimp scampi and meatballs. We also ordered a couple sides of Linguine for the kids. Amazing taste and even though we were all full, we shared the hazelnut crepe cake for dessert which was to die for. Will definitely stop by next time we are in town!!

Cafe Santé is an absolute gem! Their brunch is outstanding – every dish is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The salads are crisp, creative, and packed with vibrant ingredients that make them feel both healthy and indulgent. And the charcuterie board? Simply incredible – a perfect selection of meats, cheeses, and accompaniments that pairs wonderfully with their drinks. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it a perfect spot to relax and enjoy a great meal. Highly recommend Cafe Santé for anyone looking for delicious food and a memorable dining experience!

We enjoyed our chicken marsala and whitefish entrees. The atmosphere of the restaurant, and service by Kailey was outstanding. Also tried lunch & Breakfast. Perfect meals every time!

The veiw and atmosphere of this place is fantastic. The food was also great. 3 of us had the Americano breakfast. Our daughter had pancakes as her usual, she love the them. That's a kids portion in the picture. Only thing I wasn't a fan of was the American cheese in my eggs. I eat far to clean for that taste. I wish I would have got some of their specialty items listed. They looked amazing when coming out to others tables. Coffee was also good. Friends went for dinner later in the evening per our recommendation.

Breakfast today was superb! Croque Madame was plentiful and delicious. The Americano breakfast equally delicious. Jaden, our hostess, was very pleasant, timely and attentive. Great views of the lake in a great French/ Belgian atmosphere.

The whitefish dinner was amazing! The fish was perfectly cooked and the potatoes melted in your mouth! Highly recommend! We also shared a tiramisu dessert and it was the "icing on the cake" to a meal that capped off our day in Boyne City!

We had breakfast at Cafe Santé on a dreary weekday morning . Our greeter was cheery and seated us at a comfortable booth with a great view of the water. Katie, our server, was wonderful with warm enthusiasm. We enjoyed the sparkling water--you get a choice of still or sparkling. The coffee was also great. I had the Americano--the bacon and eggs were perfectly cooked --bacon was smoked in house. There was jam and ketchup also made in house. My husband had the eggs Benedict, which were amazing. The most enjoyable part about Cafe Sante are all those small things that make the breakfast unique.

4.5, but will round it up to five stars. Excellent service (Mark), and very good Margherita and pepperoni pizzas. For dessert, we had creme brûlée cheesecake, which was among the best cheesecake we've ever had. Clean shop, very nice atmosphere. Definitely recommended if you're in the area.

Really enjoyed our experience here and would be happy to come try dinner! Food service and vibes were great

Cafe Santé is one place we visited on repeat during our recent stay in Boyne City. Our first night there was fantastic. Our server, Mark, was really attentive and friendly. The menu had a great amount of variety and the wine list offered some really unique tastes from around the world. I enjoyed the tuna steak for dinner and would recommend it. Kiddo loved the bread and butter that came with the meal. Our second experience still had great food, with the pork chop being my choice and one I would order again. We had a different server that night and he was MIA for more than half the meal. When he came back he asked if we wanted to-go cups for our beverages as he brought the check at the same time. Otherwise it was stellar all around. Would definitely recommend grabbing dinner here while you're in the area!

Always a must for my family when we stay in Boyne City. Great during all seasons, snow or shine! The location is great being right across from the water with patio seating available. They offer a massive list of cocktails and their food never disappoints. My favorites are Tuna Au Poivre and Chicken Marsala.

Came for lunch and thoroughly enjoyed their patio! (This was during the middle of July!) I had a shrimp & spinach salad, my husband had steak frites, and our kids had pasta marinara with garlic bread. All was thoroughly enjoyable with a lovely view of the water. Service was friendly, but just a bit slow...considering we were in an off hour (maybe around 2:30pm?) and there was a lull in the restaurant. This area is wonderful, would love to come back!

Cafe Sante has been our to go spot for years - the only reason I deducted a star, is due to the same old menu day in & day out. :( For those frequenting the restaurant often they get it, I would love if we opened our menus when day and observed F R E S H..... N E W..... D I S H E S :) WE WOULD JUMP FOR JOY!!! *Note Why would anyone install flower pots right at the line of sight towards a million dollar water view? Absolutely mind boggling!!! Now customers do not have an unobstructed view to the water. Not everyone is 6 ft tall :(

A friend had recommended this spot a while back and I'm glad I saved it. We were near by visiting the Skybridge and decide to get some dinner. I am so glad we came here. Our server Todd was really great! He answered all our questions and was attentive. It was a Saturday evening when we came in and they have live music. We did have about a 1/2 hour wait, as expected, but it was SO worth it! All of our food was phenomenal! We also ordered two drinks from their long list of non alcoholic options, both of which were very good! I would totally come back if we were in the area again.

Was excited to go to a nice place and enjoy some good food w friends. The place has a great vibe if you don't look down. There was just food and garbage under literally every table. Not what I would have expected here. We had the French onion soup and charcuterie board and a bottle of Rose. Everything was absolutely delicious. But seriously - sweep your floors. Our server was nice, attentive. Hit the spot but for the price - sweep your floors.

We stopped at Cafe Sante for a late lunch on our way into Boyne Mountain. Service and food were both 10/10. We enjoyed a few happy hour drinks as well. We had the meatball appetizer to start and the marinara sauce so so fresh and flavorful, we ended up dipping the bread in the sauce too! For our entrees we had the chicken Marsala and steak frites. I really enjoyed the Marsala sauce and ended up mixing my noodles and veggies in it. Both meals very delicious and the steak was cooked to my husbands liking. We can't wait to try brunch next time we're in town.

Cafe Sante is so unique and it's right in the heart of Boyne City. It uniqueness comes due to its very European feel. They do a great job of ambiance and seriously I totally felt like Europe had come to the North Michigan. From the decor, signage, to an old feel of this has been here for centuries, they nailed it on atmosphere. They have a gorgeous outdoor patio for those amazing summer nights. We were able to take advantage of their Monday night pizza special which is not available in the summer, but it doesn't matter their pizza is just as good as full price. They have amazing other great menu items, but they do their pepperoni pizza well, it will not disappoint. You'll love Cafe Sante it has such a hip vibe and has music on certain nights, which is always a nice touch. This is for sure one of the best restaurants in Boyne City, it's awesome

2nd time into Cafe Sante... pretty awesome spot. The ambiance is great (think Butchers Union for Grand Rapids, MI ppl), servers are joyful, and the food better than it should be for the price you pay. I got the steak frites w/ a cup of the duck French onion soup - very good. Other picture was the house special (chicken morel pastry type bake) also very tasty.

Broiled white fish with cheesy potatoes incredible.. duck French onion best I ever had .. great service too .. on lake Charlevoix .. Perfect ...

Great service. Excellent food. Would come back if I lived in Boyne MI! Lovely surroundings!

It was a beautiful Labor Day Weekend day, our party of 4 was seated outside on the patio overlooking the water.... Our food was a decent portion, I don't remember much of the details now unfortunately except that my quiche and fresh berries were REALLYYYYYY GOOD! If you look at the photo, you can tell how perfectly the quiche is cooked and the berries are super fresh! The 2 items looked great and they tasted even better! So no complaints, a great view, anything by the water is a winner! I do recall our server being very friendly and attentive...and I remember we did have quite a few questions, she was also very patient! Definitely would recommend to anyone in the area. There are a lot of places to choose from, don't miss this one. It's right in the heart of the little town!

This cleverly carved out waterfront café brings a taste of Europe to Northern Michigan. French, Italian and a wee bit of the Irish all in one bistro. It's a comfortable little niche' that's tastefully decorated fora harbor town that's a sure pleasure to visit. A little old world brought forward. The food is divine. Starting with the Duck French Onion soup. A diplomatic portion with an equally generous amount of Gruyère. The chunks of French bread complete this triumph! The combined creamy goodness and the sweet/spice of the Butternut Squash Bisque make it another winning start. The Chicken Marsala is a true triumph as well as the simple French dip sandwich. Our server, John, tells us it's made with bacon smoked pastrami. A definite must. If Tiramisù is offered, I'm obliging. This dish featured well saturated lady fingers with a mild, fluffy cream that provided a perfect balance. Not too rich, most certainly not bland. John is really the only member of staff we were exposed to. He was very professional, but ready to crack wise if you're up for it. It was fun! 10/23

This restaurant has an upscale vibe and prices. The food is very tasty and worth the higher price. I had the pork steak with a creamy mustard sauce that was very good.

It's pricey but everywhere is unfortunately pricey nowadays. We've honestly never had a bad meal. Steak & Frites are our favorite but we also enjoy the wood fired pizzas. Highly recommend. #locals

Cafe Santé is a great spot, aesthetically and pricewise. My wife and I are not partakers in "adult beverages" but we are fond of eating good food at a fair price! It is a great location as well, on the edge of Lake Charlevoix... anywhere in town is within walking distance... including the Charlevoix coffee shop just around the corner! If you have read any of my other reviews, I don't want to bore you with this statement, but... I stick to the old adage that there are two things I love to do... And both of them is EAT‼

I couldn't write this review soon enough because you cannot get to Cafe Sante soon enough! We went for dinner. No res needed at 8;00, got a table inside and there was live music so we loved it! The service was friendly and professional. The atmosphere was romantic but not stuffy. The food!!! Top notch. We had the whitefish and a couple of pasta dishes. The meatballs were tasty and the sauce was slightly sweet but really good tomato flavor. Good bread soaker Now the whitefish. I tend to only eat half my dinners but here I cleaned my plate. This fish was flavorful and melted in your mouth, prepared with lemon butter and served with dauphinois potato. We are only in town one more day but might have to make a second trip to Cafe Sante!

This a review of their breakfast when they first open: Great atmosphere and service. However the menu is both limited and tired, it hasn't changed in years. The herbed potatoes are a mediocre potato dish for breakfast, with no alternatives such as hash browns. Besides the potatoes, the food is very good such as Plath's meats. However I don't go as much anymore because they serve the same ol' thing year after year. If you're a newbie, you should love it except the potatoes. But if you're a regular Boyne City breakfast diner, then please think about us and update your menu! I'm very disappointed they don't keep their 'hours open' accurate on Google. However Google warns you they're not updating their hours on the holidays. In this case they were closed on Labor Day '25, so I tried Sunnyside down the street and had a superior breakfast experience than I can get at Cafe Sante.

Top notch food, service, atmosphere- it has it all. Pricey - yes but excellent in all respects.

Wow. This place absolutely blew my socks off. From the outside, you really wouldn't expect this kind of dining experience, especially in Boyne City, but the minute I had my first bite of brunch. I was so so insanely happy with my food. I was eating by myself, and my waiter was very friendly and helpful. My friends were off skiing for the day, but my knee wasn't in the mood for another full-day. So I set off to wander Boyne City on my own. Honestly? My skiing friends missed out. Also I missed out on them ordering different things so I could sneak bites of their plates because I would be so so excited to try everything this place has to offer. I ordered the sausage breakfast, and you could just taste how freshly it had been made. The scrambled eggs were perfect. The potatoes melted in your mouth. You knew this was made with love. I had to control myself from just ordering another entree. It was my first time in Boyne City. We usually spend our time in Petoskey when we go skiing, but you can 1000% bet that I will drag my friends to Boyne City for dinner here at Cafe Santé. It is that good. Sign-me up. Jump in the car. We're going out.

Not at all what I was expecting in such a great way! We were looking for a brunch spot but this didn't seem like the usually place you'd have brunch. The decor was old Italian style and very clean. The hostess and waiter were very nice, helpful and efficient. The food was the best part! We had the pistachio pancakes, arugula pizza, French onion soup and classic American breakfast. Everything was delicious! Nothing was too salty or bland. My favorite was the French onion soup. I was so surprised with how well the food tasted! You have to check this place out when you are in Boyne.

Hidden gem at Boyne city, tasty food, well made cocktails , wonderful service - if you are so lucky to meet Todd! Vintage Belgium pub ambiance! A must try

Great food & service! We had the 3 course special with fresh strawberries & it was delicious. Caprese, salmon & cheesecake. Will definitely be back.

Host was spectacular joked with the kids made them feel at home BEST breakfast I've ever tasted definitely going back

The menu has interesting selections for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner plus unique dessert options. Full bar. Indoor and covered patio seating. Friendly service.

Food- bacon is terrible Overall breakfast options should be expanded. Coffee isn't quality Staff is rude Was told I couldn't be in their establishment with an outside coffee(which I purchased because their coffee isn't favorable), and after my party was seated. Proceeded to tell me it was a state law, which after researching found this to be a lie. In Michigan each establishment can set their own policy. Go to Sunnyside just down the street for friendly service and great breakfast options.

Kids perspective- Has root beer I got a kids hot cocoa and it was very good I finished it in about 6 minutes. It wasn't HOT but it wasn't cold. We ordered a Meat & Cheese board, it was pretty good. Our server named Jeff was nice. I got a kids Alfredo and it was pretty good very HOT. Yummy garlic bread on the side. Lots of sauce mixed with water. I did get locked in a bathroom stall when I was about 4 so about 3 flushes for the bathroom.

My favorite is zucchini involtini! Our kids crush their pancakes and my husband loves the all of the breakfast sandwiches.

Started with the steamed mussels & soaked our bread in the sauce. So much garlic it's coming out our pores! The cacophony in the room was overwhelming with the small band jammin out their cover song list. Thank God i didn't wear my audio gadgets. Now their server was totally worthless. We had to track this clown down just to get our bill. His response to our inquiry about our entrees was "oh you're missing your min dishes"! Certain this guy never sent them into the line cooks. Must say Café Santé has done better - could have headed out for great Italian across from Young State Park.

I had the Croque Madame. Beautiful Layers of melted Gruyère cheese, brociche bread, and shaved ham and a sunny side up egg , and to top it off Mornay sauce form this opulent yet comforting sandwich that will hold you over until lunchtime. Jaden was a great waitress. The restaurant was aesthetically pleasant.

Very impressed with the cafe-restaurant! Super-caring service from our waiter Jeff, very good quality food and all at reasonable prices. The onion soup was the best I've had in a long time and all dough dishes (pizza, bread) were excellent. I liked the escargot and the pate. We were also lucky to take advantage of a 30% off a bottle of wine deal and got an excellent French wine recommendation (Georges Dubeuf Carbernet Sauvignon). Overall, the quality-to-price ratio was very pleasing, and it's not often I can say that about restaurants lately.

The atmosphere here hits the mark. It definitely has a European flair to it. It very much has mood lighting. I ordered the Pappardelle Bolognese ($22), which is house made wide Egg noodles, meat sauce, and Parmigiano Reggiano. It was absolutely amazing. The noodles were delicate and obviously freshly made and sooooo good. The meat sauce was so good it melted in my mouth. The portion size at first seemed a little small, but it was deceptive and I was full and happy. The person I was with ordered the Whitefish a'la Meuniere ($26.50), which is Whitefish sauteed & finished with lemon butter, and dauphinoise potatoes. It was stated to be an excellent meal. They were very busy, but the service was very good. Overall a 5 star review. Would I return? Yes I would, I'm also interested in their European Breakfast.

Excellent food, service, and ambience!! We had a group of 8 people. Everyone loved their food and drinks,

Everything was very good. Such a special place in Boyne City. We will be back!!!! We tried a little of everything from chicken Marsala to pizza and we were not disappointed. Top shelf!!!

exceptional!! the food is exquisite in taste, quality; service impeccable; the ambiance is of class for travelers, singles, families. food customer service is exceptional, catering to everyone's special dietary needs/choices; there are great specials on specific nights, enjoyable music, water and sunsets. special glass to keep the wind away. have never seen the insurmountable choice levels of drinks ,beverages. exceptional chef/mgmt. yes! the price is right!

This is my third time here and Mom's second although she kept insisting that she had never here. Good thing I sometimes remember to take pictures. Had one of her eating mussels. Then she remembered. We drove an hour and we were not disappointed. I love that you have a choice of water--bubbles or no bubbles--we chose bubbles. And they leave you the bottle. Mom started with a vodka (well vodka is Sobieski) martini and I had a Strawberry Sangria non-alcoholic. The sangria was not sweet like most alcoholic sangrias. Might be the kombucha. There was not a drop of liquid when I got done. We knew that portions can be overwhelming but couldn't pass up Escargot and Duck French Onion Soup for appetizers. Our server Michael, brought us extra bread for the escargot to soak up the garlic butter. For entrees Mom had the Croque Madame and I had Quiche Lorraine. I couldn't get over how fluffy the quiche was. I ate it all. Mom got two meals out of the Croque Madame--actually she got a meal and I ate the rest the next day. We finished the meal with a coffee and cappuccino. Mom said the coffee was strong and the cappuccino is more like a latte. We took a piece of cheesecake home.

The location, the food, and the drinks are spot-on. However, I did feel that the service was lacking tonight. Our waitress definitely gave more attentive and personalized service to the tables around us, and I couldn't help but feel that this was due to the fact that our party was just myself my 14 year-old.

I'm very confused by the ratings of this place - maybe because it's one of the only places to eat in Boyne? The chaos of walking in there - on a Wednesday night no less - was crazy. No one - hostesses or servers - seemed to know what was going on with what tables or where to seat people and they were seating people who came in after us. The food was meh. Our friends liked their spicy pizza but the Margherita tasted like cardboard. The only saving Grace was the attentive and friendly server who unfortunately got slammed with two 10-person parties in between our tiny table and he never faltered.

Awesome experience for a Sunday brunch. No wonder Saturday night was packed with folks waiting in the wintry cold outside. Friendly concierge at the door pointed out where my wife was. We had our breakfast and Boyne City mineral water before our 256mile trip back home.

It's a fifty minute drive from my house to this place, so let's start with that, someone's driving fifty minutes to eat here! Sadly because it's a bit of a drive I've not been here many times, and not as often as I would have like, but it is still a place I MUST go to when I'm in the area. Today's lunch with friends was inside, a cozy interior with a lovely view of Lake Charlevoix. We started with the pâté which was divine. All three of us were drawn to the fish and chips which was also fantastic! Wait staff was fun, funny and friendly. My only complaint would be that the kitchen was very slow for a restaurant that wasn't that busy at the time. I'd also recommend the charcuterie board, a heavenly selection of meats and cheeses. Looking forward to coming back...see you soon!

Had brunch today. Everything was great! Relaxed ambiance & great service by Jaden. Definitely a must visit if you're in the area. Try to come early to beat the rush time in the evening. Can't seem to be wrong about anything we ordered today.

Loved the whole experience. Waiter was fun and obliging. We went specifically for the eggs Benedict and we weren't disappointed.

Eggs Benedict and quiche are Amazing! Service is quick and friend. Dinner was also great!

All three of us ordered the Steak and Fritas. Very yummy! Service was quick and courteous. Enjoyed the festive atmosphere.