Portside Inn is a beloved restaurant and bar in Marquette, MI, offering a welcoming place where great food, local flavor, and a comfortable atmosphere come together.
Known for its full American menu and maritime-inspired decor, this longtime destination brings together the best parts of a classic neighborhood restaurant with the lively energy of a well-loved bar.
Guests come here for lunch, dinner, dessert, and late-night bites, and stay for the experience: fast service, a strong reputation, and a setting that feels both casual and distinctive.
With a 4.60-star rating from 937 reviews, Portside Inn has earned the trust of locals and visitors alike by consistently delivering quality, value, and a memorable dining experience.
What makes Portside Inn especially appealing is the range of options it offers to fit every kind of visit. Whether you want to dine in, enjoy outdoor seating, order takeaway, or take advantage of delivery, the restaurant makes it easy to enjoy a great meal on your terms.
The menu features comforting American favorites alongside local specialty dishes, with a standout selection of beer, cocktails, coffee, and happy-hour drinks and food. Guests also appreciate the excellent beer selection, great cocktails, and the convenience of table service, bar service, and on-site amenities.
From solo dining to group meals, from a relaxed afternoon lunch to a lively evening out, Portside Inn creates a dining experience that feels warm, flexible, and satisfying.
Accessibility and convenience are also a priority at Portside Inn, with wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restroom facilities designed to make every guest feel welcome. The restaurant accepts reservations and offers multiple payment options, including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, adding an extra layer of ease for today’s diners.
Located at 239 W Washington St in Marquette, the restaurant blends historic charm with a trendy, cozy atmosphere that makes it a natural choice for anyone looking for dependable food, friendly service, and a place that feels like a true part of the community.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Food & Drinks
Caramelized onions in a hearty beef broth topped with French bread & provolone cheese.
Freshly prepared each morning.
We cook it up a bit on the SPICY side. Our Southwest chili is hearty and full of BOLD Flavors! SUMMER: Chicken & White Bean WINTER: Hearty Beef & Poblano Topped with a lil' cheese & onion.
Crisp greens, tomato, red onion, cucumber, shredded cheddar cheese and croutons.
Crispy breaded chicken, diced tomato, cucumbers, red onion, bacon and shredded cheddar cheese over crisp greens. Served with our homemade Buttermilk Ranch dressing.
Pepperoni, ham, mozzarella, mushrooms, tomato, onion and black olives over mixed greens. Served with our House Italian dressing.
Sliced fresh mozzarella, basil and vine-ripened tomato drizzled with balsamic vinegar and olive oil. This traditional Italian salad has no lettuce.
Fresh crisp greens, oven baked croutons and shredded parmesan. Served with Caesar dressing.
Fresh lettuce topped with feta cheese, cucumber, Kalamata olives, red onion, tomato and pepperoncini. Served with our House Italian dressing.
A juicy grilled chicken breast, bleu cheese crumbles, lots of crispy bacon, sliced egg, red onion, tomato, and cucumber over a bed of crisp greens.
Fresh crisp greens, diced tomato, red onion, sliced egg, oven baked croutons and shredded parmesan. Tossed in our Caesar dressing.
Hear from our valued guests
So good, the bread sticks and cheese dip is always so delicious. I had the chicken fajita pita add jalapeños, it was very good, my son had a reuben. The food is always delicious, and incredibly great friendly service every time.
This is a very popular place for the locals. Our wait time was short. About 15 minutes. The waitress was super nice. My salad was awesome and tasty. I would definitely come back on my next trip out here. The place is visually very pleasing and cheery. Lots of twinkling lights.
Cozy. Bread sticks and pizza were amazing! Great service!
We enjoyed the outdoor seating on a perfect day. All the food was better than I expected. The bread sticks were crisp and warm served with a dip and a spread. The sticks weren't well with the bloody marys. I ordered the appetizer Whitefish cakes as my entree. All the food was excellent, as was the service.
Great locally caught fish! Someone in my party said they had the best burger of their life! Clam chowder was great! The environment is so cozy with good music at an appropriate volume.
Fun little venue with a great vibe and cozy atmosphere. Had lunch there in a Friday and was worth the stop. Not a huge dining area but we were seated promptly. The Friday fish special was a great choice. And the Skatchata was something unique - ham and salami and cheese on a homemade pizza bread. Excellent food and great service. Highly recommend if you want good food and a nice meal.
We went to The Portside Inn for my birthday, and it was a great experience! My husband, our oldest son, and two friends joined us. The food was great, the atmosphere was wonderful, and the waitstaff was friendly and attentive. Everyone in our group really enjoyed their meals. It made for a lovely birthday celebration—highly recommend
5 stars all around for great service and mouth watering food. The French onion soup was the best I've had. Hot tip: order their bread sticks as a dipping bread for the soup and you won't leave disappointed
I am very sad this wonderful place is so far away from my home. We stopped on our first trip to Marquette and fell in love with everything about this place. It happened to be happy hour and we tried a few appetizers. The whitefish cake with spicy remoulade was delicious! We also shared a shrimp cocktail and walleye strips both very good. Taking the bartender’s suggestion, the homemade breadsticks were the best ever. The house cheese spread and marinara were perfect. Normally not something I would order, but do try them! Truly hope to make it back to this special place.
We were seated by Rachel, who was a wealth of information and couldn’t have been more genuine in welcoming us. Thereafter, our server Silas was perfection. The outdoor patio has been given expert attention in becoming a beautiful oasis. Loved the vibe and staff morale too - be sure to (tip) buy them a round of beer; see clever way to help employees on menu. The whitefish spread, French Onion soup and patty melt were excellent versions of comfort food… huge menu offering deliciousness. Patio is big dog friendly too. The establishment and its crew definitely earned TEN stars for Perfection! Don’t hesitate.
Common questions about Portside Inn
Portside Inn is located at 239 W Washington St, Marquette, MI 49855, United States, Marquette, MI, United States.
You can reach Portside Inn by calling +1 906-228-2041.
Portside Inn has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 937 customer reviews.
Portside Inn features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Portside Inn features the following service options: Outdoor seating, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Portside Inn features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty.
Portside Inn features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Portside Inn features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Late-night food, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Wine.
Portside Inn features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Portside Inn features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Portside Inn features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Historic, Trendy.
Portside Inn features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists, University students.
Portside Inn features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Portside Inn features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Portside Inn features the following children: Kids' menu.
Portside Inn features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Somewhat difficult to find a space.
Portside Inn features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
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