Exterior view of Carriage House with dock
Strawberry cocktail and salad plate
Interior dining room with tables and chairs

Unsurpassed Waterfront Dining
on Mackinac Island

Carriage House Restaurant

An Island-Wide Favorite

Discover Mackinac Island's most exceptional waterfront dining experience. Edged by lush gardens awash in the vibrant colors of summer and the breezy Straits of Mackinac, the Carriage House restaurant at Hotel Iroquois delights guests with classic American cuisine made with the freshest seasonal ingredients. Dinner Service will be available May 13, 2026 - October 18, 2026. Brunch Service will be available May 23, 2026 - September 7, 2026.

Iroquois Hotel
Table set with tea service, plates of food and drinks

Time for Tea

Join us for Afternoon Tea Saturdays and Sundays starting in September at 3:00pm. Enjoy a selection of tea, sparkling wine, finger foods and desserts on our Circle Porch. Reservations required.

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Plated dish representing the menu

Menus Inspired
by Michigan

Our menus make the most of Michigan's home-grown goodness, including organic greens from tiny Presque Isle Farm and Mackinac Island's own summer blueberries.

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Tables and chairs set up facing the water

Cue the Views

Ideal for a bridal luncheon or rehearsal dinner, the Carriage House offers an unrivaled waterfront backdrop for the most memorable dining occasions. Contact us for more information.

Hours of Operation

Bar  |  4:00pm – 9:00pm daily
Wednesday, May 13 - Sunday, October 18, 2026

Dinner  |  5:00pm – 9:00pm daily
Wednesday, May 13 - Sunday, October 18, 2026

Brunch  |  11:00am – 2:30pm daily
Saturday, May 23 - Monday, September 7, 2026

Pianist performing in the dining room
Plated locally-sourced dish
Waterfront dining room table setting
Dock seating overlooking the Straits of Mackinac

What You'll Love Most

Live Music

Our pianist performs nightly in the Carriage House dining room, elevating the already refined and romantic atmosphere.

Local Flavors

Fresh seafood from Lake Superior, prime steaks from a Detroit family butcher, and organic produce from local farmers are just a few of our chef's best-kept secrets.

Waterfront Fine Dining (Without The Fuss)

Indulge in effortlessly easy fine dining at Carriage House. Our "smart casual" dress code means you don't have to dress up to enjoy the best Mackinac Island has to offer.

Dine On The Dock

Sip cocktails and savor small plates (and an unparalleled view) on our brand-new dock overlooking the Straits of Mackinac. There's no better place to watch the boats passing by.

Absolutely Excellent!

Our dinner was awesome and the service was as well. Extremely pleasant, elegant setting, comfortable seating, beautiful view and delicious food - all served with class by a friendly and personable server.

— Pinot09 on Tripadvisor

Beautiful dining experience.

This spot is lovely. The view of the lake is amazing and the dining room is stunning. The food is awesome too. I highly suggest you book a table here. The piano adds a level of elegance too. The bar was full and looked like a local crowd as well as tourists. The patio is a lovely spot to have a pre-dinner drink too. Really enjoyed this spot. The service was amazing, too.

— JKCDMom on Tripadvisor

Lovely evening at the Carriage House!

From beautiful views, to stellar service, and live piano music during dinner - it was a GRAND evening! Everything we ordered was beautifully presented and had great flavors. We have always wanted to try this restaurant and we are so glad we did. We will be back.

— annettekC1 on Tripadvisor

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