Legs Inn

It was an incredible experience. My girlfriend had tried this restaurant a few times before, and we went there together with her family. It’s a wonderful place serving delicious Polish food, with a charming little bar inside and a gift shop featuring really lovely ceramic works. Even though we had to wait 1.5 hours for a table (and it wasn’t even the weekend, just a Thursday), it was absolutely worth it. We tried authentic Polish dishes and Polish beer, and the people were incredibly warm and welcoming. I will definitely go back again.

Stopped by for a drink while on a drive through the tunnel of trees along Lake MI. Really cool place to visit. They have a gift shop with lots of unique items. They have authentic polish cuisine, we didn’t eat though. They have some chairs on the edge of the hill so you can sit and enjoy the view while enjoying a cocktail. Nice place to stop, if you want dinner there is usually a wait. Not sure if you can make reservations, but may want to check.

Beautiful setting on Lake Michigan. Interesting historic building with beautiful gardens. Food was great. My husband and I both had the white fish with mushrooms and onions and we loved it. Our friends had a variety of Polish dishes and enjoyed them all. Definitely worth a visit to this unique and charming restaurant.

Hidden Gem around Sturgeon Bay, Tunnel of Tree area. The restaurant is filled with so much character. Food is great. Desserts are wonderful too. Feels authentic and international/polish in the middle of nowhere in deep Michigan. Our server, Chelsea, was the best wait staff we've ever run into in decades. She makes wait staff profession look honorable and respectable. She knows her stuff, fun, short and not interrupting yet notices every needs.

We stayed locally for a family vacation and stopped in here for dinner and wow. I 1000% recommend sitting outside in their garden. It’s absolutely beautiful and just adds to the beauty of the place. It has a look out at the very back and the sunset is beautiful. They have a long list of beers and their food is great. If you’re not interested in polish food (which you should try) they have a few options for you as well. The taste of Poland is amazing and so is the kotlet! We will definitely be back! Service is very friendly and helpful. There’s a reason people line up at the door for when they open.

I had heard there was a long wait to get a table....it was not, maybe 20 minutes. Servers were great and the polish food was delicious. You must love polish food, as the only thing on the menu that wasn't polish, was a burger. Enjoy this awesome experience!

Super iconic restaurant about 45 min from downtown Petoskey- definitely try it out! Realize that it’s popular so get there early! We went on a Thursday night at 5 pm with 5 people and had a half hour wait. Worth the wait! They have a nice grassy area that overlooks Lake MI- so pretty! Brandie was our server- she did an excellent job. Was knowledgeable about gluten free options. Loved the atmosphere, the “lodge” vibe, and all the flowers!

Some of the best food I have had in my life. The flavors and service were un-matched! Genuine good people and a beautiful garden with lovely views. Highly recommend coming here. They know what they are doing!

We were at Legs Inn in early June. The food was excellent and the service was great. Spectacular view of Lake Michigan. But what really struck me was the music they played. It was without a doubt the best and most diverse playlist I have ever heard in a restaurant setting. Big thanks to the person putting the music together, definitely enhanced the dining experienc!

Great meal! Wonderful flavors! The server was friendly, professional and efficient. The outdoor area has a peaceful view of the water and. relaxed atmosphere. Come to this area all the time and can't believe we haven't been here before. Will be back!!!

What a great place to bring visitors from Connecticut! We enjoyed drinks outside in front of beautiful lookout, then delicious Polish Food. To soothe the soul a wonderful selection of music from the 60's 70's 80's played in the background, each one we could sing with and carried a bit of nostalgia! Kudos to the music man!

This restaurant will make you think about it for weeks and weeks after you try it. Such amazing authentic Polish food with an eclectic ambiance. It's in an interesting small town but offers an amazing lake view. 100% worth trying if you're in the area.

Tip! This place gets very busy, very fast! If you don't want to wait for a table for lunch, come a few minutes before they open! Pros- beautiful both inside and out. They have a garden seating area which is so dreamy, a nice covered patio and a unique inside. Great service. Lots of food and drink options. Good pierogi and poutine Cons- the lunch portion of the Gołąbki was small and not the best I've had.

While the food and the service are always spectacular, the real treasure of this place is the staff. Tracy and Corey behind the bar are just fantastic. Chris adds a lot of great fun to the evening. The locals in the back bar are not to be missed. Get the KGB and a shot of Żubrówka!

Love good polish food! My dad told me about this place as we were headed to the Tunnel of Trees. Very cool building and history! We shared the potato pancakes and got the perogi and goulash as entrees. I was excited when the waitress said I could get a variety of the perogies (sauerkraut, meat, potato with cheese). They also top it with bacon and onions! I was in heaven. I tried a bit of the goulash. It was great but not what I wanted on a hot summer day. After lunch we went out in the garden and enjoyed the view!

A must when visiting and the food is worth the wait. We waited 2 hours. We were not disappointed and got to enjoy a beer with a beautiful view while waiting. From both dishes we ordered by far the favorites were the pirogies.

I'm was not sure what I was going to order from the menu, and when my husband told me this was the space we were going to be trying when we were near Traverse City Michigan. I was a little hesitant. But I am so happy we went. The food was amazing. The ambience was quaint and fabulous. I had the pierogies. All I wanna say is Yum Yum yummy! But be prepared for a wait, it a destination Place . And once you've been there, you're going to wannago back again again and again.

Legs Inn is the best restaurant in northern Michigan! We dine here very often, because the food and staff are fantastic! Their whitefish is the best that I've ever had! The super taste of Poland and the sloppy George are extremely delicious and so authentic. The history and ambience of this restaurant are also worth mentioning. Everyone walks into the restaurant taking videos or photographs, because the architecture and decor is so unique. Nothing is better than watching the sunset while eating on their outdoor patio in a gorgeous garden setting, which overlooks Lake Michigan. This is a family owned restaurant, and they are all so kind. We especially enjoy chatting with each family member, who make every visit special. Bravo Smolak family!

Heard about this unusual place serving wonderful polish foods. It was very good and service was great. The setting is gorgeous with a beautiful view and outdoor lake seating. It does get very crowded. The perogies were good. Liked the potatoe latke but would prefer them not paper thin. Tasty. Stuffed cabbage delicious. Its a must go to when visiting the area..

We had lunch here on a beautiful sunny day and you can't beat the outdoor patio. I thought the food was mediocre but I'm not a fan of Polish food so probably not a fair opinion.

Very busy so be prepared to wait. We actually just wandered around inside and out and decided we didn't want to burn 2 hours waiting. Very interesting place though and food sounded good. Next time

Legg's Inn is an iconic restaurant at the end of the famous M-119 tunnel of trees scenic drive in Cross Village. This interesting establishment almost always has a long wait. So come 1.5-2 hours before you expect to eat. There are plenty of distractions while waiting for your table. You can peruse their Curio shop across the street, our kids enjoyed the arcade, and if the weather is nice grab a beer and enjoy the expansive back yard that overlooks Lake Michigan. The restaurant has an eclectic menu, but our favorite choices are the traditional polish dishes. I had the golumpki, pierogis and kielbasa. They also have a children's menu and the kids enjoyed their food. The hubby sprung just for the kielbasa and kaputsa (basically a Polish version of sauerkraut). They have many interesting Polish beers to sample and the food is delicious. Pro tip: if you like a little kick with your sour cream ask for the horseradish sour cream. Yum! Definitely a special place that has become our yearly pilgrimage.

The Polish food is amazing. I am from Cleveland and the grandmas working the kitchen are all excellent cooks. Best pierogis ever. The building is amazing. We sat in the garden for dinner. We came in late June. No wait. Bar is awesome. They have kids menu and arcade games. And a yard area for kids to run around. Curios and gift shop to peruse. Not cheap crap. Really nice pottery from Poland,Really home feel. Can get windy. Dress accordingly and ask for the blanket if you need it. Recommend the pork schnitzel in lemon sauce. Closed Tuesday. Only open during tourist season 12-8pm last seating sharp at 8. Plan you time.

Wow! We really enjoyed the experience of dining at Legs Inn. Our wait for 3 on a Saturday evening was 45 minutes, but we only ended up waiting 20. The hostess was so friendly and kind and gave my daughter something to play with while we were waiting for our food. The overall feel of the place was rustic and charming. We loved all the details to look at, and found ourselves constantly finding something new. The garden out back is also stunning with great views. Onto the food...the Polish Combo was a slightly smaller version of their sampler situation. My husband loved the sausage and pierogis. I ordered a pierogi entree and it came with 12! I was shocked there were so many. We could've easily shared. My husband started with their house soup and really enjoyed it. I had the side salad and it was nothing phenomenal. I'd skip it. The buffalo cauliflower was phenomenal and we would definitely get that again. My picky eater kid loved the chicken fingers and fries. All in all good visit! We'll be back!

This was my first time at Legs Inn despite it being my second time traveling tunnel of trees. It was also my first time trying pierogis! There was a wait but we enjoyed the backyard overlooking the lake while we waited for our table. My husband and I split some of their vegetarians: - potato cakes - 8 piece pierogis - half mushroom and sauerkraut, half cheese and potato - one of the vegetarian crepes - a champagne spritz cocktail

Five stars for the service and ambiance, three for the food, averages out to 4 stars for me. My family is straight from Poland. my busia was an amazing cook in all areas but especially in the traditional Polish foods we know and love. Since she passed my mom carries the mantle now, making dishes from all the beat up notebooks of family recipes. So, we have some high standards when it comes to Polish food. Alas, Legs Inn didn't QUITE live up to them. If you're not super familiar with Polish eats then it's a fine introduction to the cuisine but it's not going to blow your mind or anything. What will blow your mind, though, is the incredible view and grounds. Wow. And the interior of the restaurant itself is to be seen to be believed. A very curious match up of Native American and Polish cultures that makes zero sense until you read the historical plaques inside that explain it all (in a nutshell, the founder of the business, a Polish immigrant, hired craftsmen from the local Odawa tribe to work construction and together they collaborated on a space that was influenced by both cultures). The real gem here are the beautiful grounds in the summer including lovely outdoor seating in a flourishing garden with an incredible view of Lake Michigan. The staff are mostly young folks in from Poland summering in Michigan to specifically work at Legs Inn. My mom had a nice chat in Polish with one of our servers and she reported she comes back every year. My family agreed that while we may not be clamoring to get back for the eats, we would absolutely love to come back to have a nice cold Polish beer while taking in the beautiful scenery.

Outstanding services, fresh quality of authentic Polish cuisine. The freshest fish I have ever been served. The catch of the day.

Definitely one of the more unique places I've ever eaten. But this is a truly wonderful experience the great atmosphere and delicious Polish food! (S).

Hands down, the best polish food around. And the best views to go along with your dinner in the area. Traditional polish food that rivaled my babcias- legs inn not only has delicious food, but a long history since it's beginning. Great food, great staff. Romos pro tip: get the taste of Poland so you can enjoy all the different foods. Don't sleep on the zurek soup- it's delicious! And make sure you sit on the porch/or in the garden area!

Off the beaten path, but definitely worth checking out since it's one of only a handful of places to eat after enjoying the tunnel of trees. We arrived around 2 PM was told we had an hour and a half to two hour wait however we were fortunate enough to get a seat at the bar after about 30 minutes. We ordered a fish sandwich and old world sampler that consisted of three types of pierogies, a cabbage roll, and Hunter stew. The food was decent, nice flavor without being overly powering or bitter. I do not think it's worth a two hour wait though. The inside is very welcoming and much bigger than expected. They also have a great outdoor space but it was closed for the season when we were there. Great views of Lake Michigan! The bar tenders were extremely busy but you could tell they were seasoned and were very efficient.

This was our fourth attempt to eat at Leggs Inn. Previously the waits we were quoted were 3-4 hours. Today's wait was 0! So if you don't want to wait come before schools are out on a week day, late afternoon. As it was cool and rainy, we opted for inside, but on a nice day, the patio would have been preferred. It is certainly a unique and quirky decor! We were seated in the dining room by a window--thankfully, as I found the interior dark. We toured the gardens after our meal--best part of the place. Beautiful blooms and cute bears and carvings out there, as well as a stunning water view! Our wait staff was wonderful. We had a server in training and she did a good job--and promptly brought whatever she had forgotten. The "real" waitstaff was very friendly and patient with the trainee. Now for the food. I had high expectations based on the hype. I was disappointed, as it did not live up to the reputation--and if I had waited 3-4 hours , quite honestly, I would have been very upset! I must explain that I grew up in Polish neighborhood, and although not polish myself, did experience the cooking of my friends mothers and grandmothers, most of whom were born in Poland. That might have been a disadvantage here. Also, at one point in my life, I worked in a famous polish town in Detroit with great polish restaurants, so have experienced really good polish food! This meal was almost average. I had the potato pancake appetizer--meh! The potatoes were mushy( cooked first?) so we're more like mashed potato pancakes. There were green onion sprinkled on top, but I don't think there was any onion in the pancake! They were a little greasy, and bland. The apples were great tho! I ordered the polish platter--Kielbasa was great! I did not like the sauerkraut -think it was the spices. It was dark brown and very mushy. The periogi were just OK --I prefer mine fried in butter and onions after being boiled. The bacon dressing was odd--just a tiny blob on top and little flavor added. I only had the potato and cheese--and I am sure my personal preferences set these up for failure for me. But worst of all was the stuffed cabbage roll. The sauce was familiar-like I expected. There was very little rice, the texture was mealy and stiff to me, and worst of all it was cold on one end but hot on the other. It was rather bland as well --not at all like the stuffed cabbage rolls I got in my old neighborhood! So, I am glad I can cross this off my bucket list. I thought it was expensive for just ok food ($100 for the two of us with 2 entrees, one appetizer, and one soft drink with tip), I was disappointed that it wasn't the great ethnic food of my youth. I don't need to go back, and I certainly don't understand all the hype-/except it is sort of the only thing around, and the view is spectacular if you sit outside! Maybe if you don't know really good polish food, you will be very happy. The food is ok. And it is quirky!

The grounds/decor/views are second to none. The stuffed cabbage was especially delicious. One point for improvement: I ordered a polish mead and I received what tasted like cooking sherry.

Mom and I finally made it to Legs Inn. It's a nice drive in the Fall. Of course we picked a day that was busy with antique car parties and lots of motorcycle riders. We had to wait about a half hour to be seated. The parking is a little mishmash when busy--street parking a couple small lots, and a grassy area on the side. We wound up parking on the side in the grass. It was a little walk to the front door and then another little walk to the dining area. Glad I brought Mom's walker. Legs Inn is a lot bigger than I expected. It has a nice size bar, several dining areas (inside, outside, and patio). We were seated on the patio. Mom had to maneuver three steps, but she's a trooper. We had a nice view of the garden dining area. As I perused through the menu my eyes honed in on the "sampler" platter Taste of Poland. We ordered the super to include pierogies. I knew we'd be taking food home, so we also ordered the appetizer potato pancakes. The platter came with a cup of soup. We shared the cauliflower soup that tasted very similar to the one my babcia made. The potato pancakes were ok. I prefer mine made with grated potatoes not mashed. The pierogies were very good. The dough was softer than most commercially made ones. Mom insists it's because you add sour cream to the dough. The mushroom filling was my favorite. The stuffed cabbage was ok. The filling seemed like it had been pushed through a grinder several times. Seemed mushy. I'll stick to homemade ones. The sauerkraut and sausage was good. I had Bigos (hunters stew) for the first time and loved it. Guess I'll have to try and make some. With our food Mom had a drink made with bison grass vodka and I had iced tea. The tea tasted like instant. Mom's drink had an unusually wild flavor. Guess that's the vodka. We took home a slice of Szarlotka (crumb cake). Talk about yummy. Moist full of berry flavor. If you find yourself in Northern Michigan, put Legs Inn on your list to visit. It has quite a history. You can sit in the bar or take your drink to the outside waiting area which overlooks Lake Michigan. They are closed in the winter.

Last year we watched football in the bar with a bunch of others we had such a good time. Everything we ate was really good.

This is a must see place. We have never eaten there but we take everyone there who visits. My experience at the bar this last time was not good. Bartender dreadlocks was not friendly nor accommodating. To me they cater to the locals and the impression I got was visitors are a pain. I would describe him as arrogant. But hey I will go back maybe he was just having a bad day!

A very unique restaurant right on the coast of Lake Michigan. Beautiful building and grounds with indoor or outside seating. The food was authentic Polish cuisine and very good. Our server was a delight and very efficient. They have students from Poland come over to the US to experience our culture and work in the restaurant. Heavy accents but fun to talk with the students and see what their impressions of America are. Worth the drive and we would return.

Loved sitting on the patio. It was very lovely with view of the lake. The service was very good. My husband said he had the best pierogis ever. The food was very good. Our only complaint...they served smoked kielbasa. It wasn't fresh kielbasa, it was smoked kielbasa. You would think a Polish restaurant would serve real kielbasa. My husband was disappointed. It might as well been Eckrich kielbasa.

Beautiful ambiance. Friendly staff. We went with the excellent Polish food. We look forward to returning.

Came here on a whim as we vacation nearby and have heard all about it. It's been around since like 1920?! The building itself is historic to the very small town and has a lot of history to it. I come from a polish town so I was interested in the food. I got the sampler platter which has kielbasa that was great, a cabbage roll which was good and pierogis which were just ok. The staff was very friendly and the place was a nice experience with the family.

We walked right in with no wait at 5PM on a Thursday. Great beer choices and wonderful food with amazing views from the patio. Next time our party of 2 would split the Taste of Poland with the Bigo adder as it has most everything you would want to try. However, we had plenty of leftovers for a second meal, so that was great. Kielbasa, Bigo stew and pierogis were some of our favs. Friendly and helpful staff also made a nice experience.

What a treasure!! Love the food. Just expect to wait a bit. Thank you! Fyi. Get the szarlotcka(?) Cake. I usually get one to share with my table and another to take home.

We enjoyed a wonderful lunch at Legs Inn today. Although we had driven past a couple of times, this was our first time dining. We shared 3 appetizers...the kielbasa with sauerkraut, the whitefish spread, and the potato pancakes. The food was fantastic, we enjoyed it all, but the hit of the meal was the Nalesnik, a lemon crepe dessert. Our server, Paula was a gem, making wonderful suggestions and taking great care of us. We can't wait to visit again! 5 stars!!!

One of the best food experiences of 2023 for me. It was a very unique spot that should be taken in for a whole evening as there is much to see. The food was outstanding and pricing reasonable.. this is a 5 Star review, if your up North make the journey but get there early!

Unpopular opinion - this is NOT worth the wait! We decided to check out the tunnel of trees on a Sunday afternoon. The drive was beautiful, and our plan was to stop here for lunch at the end. Around noon, there was a 2.5 hour wait. People in line exclaimed it was well worth the wait, and that everything on the menu is outstanding. We were able to spend a lot of the time waiting in the back of the restaurant which had amazing views, and that was a nice perk. Finally after waiting over 2 hours we were seated and waited even longer before the waiter got to us. It was very understaffed. We all ordered the polish hearty lunch and really liked all of it. It tasted very traditional and "stick to your ribs". The potato pancakes and kielbasas to split were great and the horseradish sauce was delicious. While the food didn't disappoint, we would have rather spent our limited time doing something else. If the wait wasn't so long, we would have been happier.

Legs Inn seemed to be on everyone's list of restaurant recommendations, nevertheless the food and service exceeded our expectations. We shared plates and tried just about everything. And loved everything. It's hard to choose a favorite dish, but I'll pick the zurek soup. Devi e. The staff is super friendly and happy. The decor is whimsical. The view of the lake and garden is nostalgic.

Neat, quirky place with great Polish food (but not as good as my grandmother's!). We were there the day it opened for the seat and it wasn't busy. We've heard that you generally have to wait a loooong time for a table. Stay, because it's worth it.

Ambiance is bar none 100% chefs kiss. Food was tasty. We had a couple platters with the soup and oh that soup was so good!!! Pierogies and kielbasa was flavorful!

Yes it's a legend, yes it's a beautiful restaurant, hunting lodge aesthetic. But if they tell you it's over an hour wait, move on. It's not worth it. Go in, look around. It's overpriced polish food. Service tried, but it's literally too busy for them to do a good job. Same with the bartenders. It's really just too busy of a place. Otherwise, it would have been an enjoyable experience

Hearty Polish fare and beers! You can't go wrong with one of their combo meals. Delicious pierogi, galobki, and bigos. The outside patio has gorgeous plantings and the location overlooks a bluff with Lake Michigan in view.

We stopped at Legs about 2:30 on Thursday and ate a late lunch. We had about a 5 minute wait. We had the grilled polish sausage and the Hearty polish lunch. They were both delicious. Very flavorful. We ate outside overlooking Lake Michigan. It is a beautiful location with outstanding food.

Not Michigan Nice!. The place has charm and character but is feeling worn and tired. As a guest you don't feel welcomed but rather as a inconvenience. The hostess is not welcoming but rather short and direct. The bartenders seemed annoyed and not engaging at all. I asked for a old fashion and I wanted the orange and cherry muddled. Our bartender sported long dread locks and look completely annoyed by my request. He then asked me what type of bourbon and I asked him what did he have. His response was "alot". As I said the staff makes you feel unwanted. He then served me my drink as he wanted to prepare it, no muddled or orange or cherry . As we sat there food was being served to patrons at the counter and the presentation looked worse than a 6th grade cafeteria lunch. The atmosphere is dull and not cheerful. The sad part is it could be a cool location with a quirky interior and beautiful views. However, its seems as though no one cares and takes pride in the place. I hope management reads this and takes action on with his staff.

Ertil was our server and he was fantastic. His food recommendations were spot on and he took time to connect with us and find out what some of our preferences were. The potato pancakes were crisp, moist, and very flavorful, and the seasoned apples there were served with were cooked just right - not mushy and not too crisp. The taste of Poland was just the right amount of food for two, and you can't beat the setting on the shore of Lake Michigan, at the north end of M-119, The Tunnel of Trees.

The experience all started with waiting 50 minutes prior to the noon opening time. We decided to be one of the first groups seated vs risking not getting in for hours if we showed up at 12 or later. We were surrounded by "fans" in line -- people who told us "everything is good" and "you must try ...." Our excitement built as we took turns leaving the line to check out the gardens and views in back, which is where we ultimately sat for our meal. And wow, these lake views were incredible. A few minutes before noon, George, the owner, came out with a mask on and introduced himself. He told us the history of the restaurant and made a few jokes, including some about the fact that they are understaffed, dealing with fewer tables bc of covid times, etc. He also explained the distancing and mask wearing when walking through the restaurant. He made us feel safe and showed he cares about his customers and his staff. Next up, the menu. My husband LOVES polish food. He had a real hard time deciding. He chose the sampler - "polish lunch" and when it arrived and he tried each item, he was very happy. His favorite item was the hunter's stew - "I could eat it all day" was his exact quote. He also enjoyed the stuffed cabbage immensely. I'm less into polish cuisine. But I love whitefish. Since we were outside in the gardens, I wanted a refreshing meal. I ordered the salad that had whitefish on top. It was delicious and had slivered almonds and dried cranberries to add some sweetness and saltiness. I didn't want to miss out on a taste of Eastern Europe, so we got the potato pancake appetizer to start the meal -- and I have to admit, this was my favorite part. The potato pancake itself was tasty. But the side of baked apples to add to the top was by far my favorite taste of the day. 5 stars because I know we will make this a destination in the future. Fantastic meal and experience.

Interesting, historical restaurant with fun decor. Food was fine. Reasonably priced for lunch. Very busy on a Saturday afternoon- especially with the bikers traversing northern Michigan.

The food was delicious. I always order the Polish Platter and it is very good. The gardens around the restaurant are so beautiful. The views of Lake Michigan are a must see. We enjoy going there every year!

We stumbled upon this gem after visiting Sturgeon Bay. The story behind the inn and all the quirky wood work is worth a stop. But we also felt like the food was top notch. Lots of Polish food to try and American as well. First rate service. All the employees were friendly and we even had a nice visit with Mrs. Smolak. Perfect ending to a beach day.

A must- do every summer and/or fall for our family since the 70s. The surroundings and history are so unique! Delicious food is, for me, simply the icing on top!