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Plank's Tavern, Saint Joseph, MI

Plank's Tavern

4.8
4.8
1170 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:30
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
Plank's Tavern on the Water is on one of the oldest harbors in the Great lakes.
Its approachable modern menu, home-style seating, and waterfront location takes inspiration from the place it's in, the people who live here, and the past it comes from.


We offer indoor and outdoor seating, outdoor seating is available on a first come, first served basis and cannot be reserved. although every effort will be made to accommodate your seating preferences.

Join us in a place where everyone is welcomed!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Mediterranean, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 07:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 16:00–21:00 Sun 16:00–20:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free hotel parking lot at The Inn at Harbor Shores.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Elton Mann

Experiences

  • Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet

    US$19.95 - US$48.00 per person

    20 Apr 2025 only
    Celebrate Easter with us at The Inn at Harbor Shores and indulge in our exquisite Annual Easter Brunch Buffet! Savor a delectable selection of dishes, refreshing drinks, and a buffet experience like no other. Don’t miss out—call Planks Tavern today to secure your reservation and plan your visit to this unforgettable event. Please parties of 6+ guests will be allocated a table in our ballroom area.
  • Mother's Day Brunch Buffet

    US$10.00 - US$48.00 per person

    11 May 2025 only
    Indulge in a lavish buffet featuring an array of treats: Carved Meat Station Waffle Station Eggs Benedict Made-To-Order Omelet Station Shrimp Cocktail Display Biscuits & Gravy Fried Chicken Salmon Salad Bar Assorted Pastries & Desserts Quench your thirst at our Beverage Station offering Coffee, Tea, Iced Tea, & Lemonade. Ages 2-6: $10 Ages 7-12: $25 Ages 13 & up: $48 (Tax & Gratuities apply) Reservations are required; call 269-408-9108 to reserve your spot. The buffet will be served in our Harbor View Ballroom. For smaller groups of 6 or less, our a la carte brunch menu will be available in Plank's from 7 am to 3 pm. Larger parties of 6 or more are invited to enjoy the buffet in the ballroom. Make this Mother's Day one to remember!

What 1,170 people are saying

Plank's Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Plank's Tavern offers "fantastic food and service" with a menu full of "fresh seafood" and creative dishes like the "Wagyu smash burger" and "truffle fries". The "waterfront dining option" and cozy ambiance make it a top choice. Although service can be slow during busy times, the friendly staff and delicious meals ensure a memorable experience.

1,170 Reviews
  1. JACK02

    West Palm Beach8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for the birthday party with the group? Everything was great. Would go back again anytime

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great waiter. Very knowledgeable about menu and personable. Would recommend to friends, family and visitors!

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  3. Nancy VIP

    Las Vegas11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food & drink, excellent service. We appreciate you donating to The Ghostlight Theater & I especially enjoyed the specialty drink called Art District; nice nod to the Ghostlight & I hope you will keep it on the menu!

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  4. Brad

    Grand Rapids1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Warm, cozy, and quiet atmosphere. Great service, on the pricey side but the quality of the food is top notch. A great special occasion destination.
    Plank's TavernResponded on 25 February 2025
    Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience at Planks Tavern. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We aim to provide a comfortable dining experience to all of our guests and we're glad that our servers provided excellent care to you. We look forward to welcoming you back soon and providing you with another excellent experience! Best, Planks Management

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Darrell

    E. Tennessee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great experience. The lighting was a bit to weak. More lighting on the table would have been nice.
    Plank's TavernResponded on 25 February 2025
    Thank you for sharing your feedback about your recent visit to Planks Tavern. We appreciate your honest review, and we’re glad to hear you enjoyed some aspects of your experience. We're always looking for ways to improve, so we take your suggestions seriously. We will look into getting some more lights for our diners! We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide you with an even better dining experience. Your input helps us continue to grow and serve our guests better. Best regards, Planks Management

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Courtney

    Grand Rapids150 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had Valentines dinner here and it was fantastic! Drinks that had on special were creative and very tasty!
    Plank's TavernResponded on 25 February 2025
    Hi there Courtney. Thank you for sharing your experience at Planks Tavern. We're thrilled to hear that we made your special date night, one to remember! We appreciate your feedback on the Valentine's Day specials; we try hard to come up with unique & beautiful drinks here at Plank's Tavern. We invite you to come back soon and try out our new spring cocktail menu, debuting in a couple weeks! We look forward to providing you with another excellent experience. Best, Planks Management

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  7. Mary

    Grand Rapids1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    i had only been there once before years ago, and I will now be sure to go again, it was great !! great service and great food .
    Plank's TavernResponded on 12 February 2025
    Thank you Mary for taking the time to share your experience at Planks Tavern! We're thrilled to hear that you decided to stop in again; your kind words mean a lot to us. We work hard to ensure that every guest has a memorable dining experience, and it's wonderful to know that we succeeded. We look forward to welcoming you back soon and providing you with another excellent experience! Best, Planks Management

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  8. Rosemarie

    Phoenix2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the food and atmosphere good place to have a great brunch
    Plank's TavernResponded on 24 January 2025
    Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience at Planks Tavern. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We work hard to ensure that every guest has a memorable dining experience, and it's wonderful to know that we succeeded. We look forward to welcoming you back soon and providing you with another excellent experience! Thank you again for your support. Best, Planks Management

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  9. Donna

    Indiana7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time dining here Service was great! Eric did a nice job!! My husband had Fish n Chips Very Good I ordered the Cherry Pork Chop…cooked well The Cherry sauce was more sour than sweet, which I wasn’t expecting Overall a nice experience. We will be back
    Plank's TavernResponded on 24 January 2025
    Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience at Planks Tavern. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and the service! Your kind words about our Fish & Chips and your server Eric. It truly means a lot to us. We work hard to ensure that every guest has a memorable dining experience, and it's wonderful to know that we succeeded. We look forward to welcoming you back soon and providing you with another excellent experience! Thank you again for your support. Best, Planks Management

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  10. Jessica

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 3 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I had a nice time at Planks! The food was delicious. I had the smash burger with truffle fries. I highly recommend getting the onion aioli to dip the fries in, you won't be disappointed. The cocktails were very good as well. The Smokey Old Fashioned and Tuscan Lemon Drop were our favorites. Top shelf and Generous with the booze without being too boozey 💁‍♀️
    Plank's TavernResponded on 24 January 2025
    Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience at Planks Tavern. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and the service! Your kind words about our food and team of employees! It truly means a lot to us. We work hard to ensure that every guest has a memorable dining experience, and it's wonderful to know that we succeeded. We look forward to welcoming you back soon and providing you with another excellent experience. We love the truffle fries with onion aioli too! Thank you again for your support. Best, Planks Management

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FAQs

Plank's Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (269) 408-9108.

Plank's Tavern is rated 4.8 stars by 1170 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:30
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Plank's Tavern

800 Whitwam Drive, Saint Joseph, MI 49085

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Mediterranean, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 07:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 16:00–21:00 Sun 16:00–20:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free hotel parking lot at The Inn at Harbor Shores.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Elton Mann
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  • Terms of Use
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