Mackinac Island, United States
Dining guide
Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island Dining Guide
Dining is centered in the grand Main Dining Room with five-course formal dinners and live orchestra dancing, complemented by casual American fare at The Jockey Club, Bavarian fondues at Woods Restaurant, and sunset drinks at the Cupola Bar.
Before you book dinner
- The Main Dining Room serves breakfast (7:30-9:30am), Grand Luncheon Buffet (12-2pm), and dinner (6:30-9:30pm).
- The Jockey Club serves lunch and dinner from 11:30am to 10:00pm.
- Woods Restaurant is open for dinner from 5:30pm to 10:00pm.
The Main Dining Room
Five-course traditional American grand dining, prime rib & whitefish
Serving five-course formal dinners, fresh Lake Huron whitefish, prime roasted beef, and pecan balls with live dance orchestra daily from 6:30pm to 9:30pm.
Full guide →The Jockey Club & Woods Restaurant
Casual American steakhouse, Bavarian schnitzels & craft Michigan beers
Serving dry-aged steaks, artisan burgers, authentic Bavarian fondues, and Michigan craft brews from 11:30am until 11:00pm daily.
Full guide →Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island dining FAQ
- Is there a dress code for dinner?
- Yes, after 6:30pm gentlemen must wear jackets, ties, and dress pants, and ladies wear dresses, skirts, or pantsuits.
- What is the Main Dining Room?
- It is the grand yellow-and-white dining room overlooking the straits serving five-course dinners with live orchestra music.
- What are the dining hours for the Main Dining Room?
- Dinner is served nightly from 6:30pm to 9:30pm.
- What is the Grand Pecan Ball?
- It is the hotel’s signature dessert: vanilla ice cream rolled in roasted pecans and smothered in warm fudge sauce.
Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026