I read a lot about the food "not being what it used to be". Well, I had never been there, so had no preconceived notions. Went for lunch. Got a table facing the water. Had a lovely 9 oz pour of French white. The seafood chowder is fab. If you're getting the seafood chowder, get the bread service. The homemade focaccia is great. The crab cakes are the best I've ever had. They are delish on their own, but served on greens/corn with a delicious drizzle = mwah.

Go here! Everything was incredible! The food is amazing. We got the crab cakes, fish and chips, and reuben! Afterwards you can take a walk to the docks and see the views!

A classic northern Michigan restaurant that has gone through recent changes to ownership and staff. The menu still offers some of the old standby entrees but many are no longer available. I tried the scallops that were served on a bed of risotto with a tasty zesty sauce. Very good. The Caesar salad was just ok. Not special. Our server Maverick did a decent job with a group of eight although I was hoping he could give us individual bills. This restaurant doesn't have the "old-world" charm that it had 20-30 years ago but it's still one of the better options if you're looking for a solid dining experience in Harbor Springs.

I've always loved The Pier but today was an exceptional experience due to the service we received. Maverick was our server and we were a party of 15. He had such a lovely demeanor and made sure that everyone was taken care of. It takes a special person to balance a table of 15 while serving other tables as well. Thank you Maverick!

Nice little restaurant for lunch with the family. We got the fish and chips which was great, lobster roll which was small but ok, and the kiddos got the chicken tenders which they devoured and were really good-parent tax. Service was a bit slow but it appears that they were under staffed but our waiter was friendly and polite.

The atmosphere is nice and was able to talk easily. The service was friendly and fast. The food was delicious with small changes that would make it wven better. The menu is seafood heave, as expected from the pier. The escargot was delicious, and the salad was very nice, the whole anchovies were a surprise, but not unwelcomed. Pasta was cooked nicely. The lobster roll is served cold and could use more dressing or butter. Overall a very nice experience.

Delicious, giant cut of white fish with nice seasoning. Had a great view of the harbor and quick service. A touch overpriced but much of the places downtown are, so a solid choice regardless

We came here for my mom's 70th Birthday dinner on 07/08/24, and it did not disappoint! We had a thirty minute wait, so we went to the outside bar, and had a round of drinks poured by Grace, who was as friendly as she was beautiful! When our table became ready, we were seated and our (new to the restaurant) server was a young gentleman from Virginia, Andrew G., who is working in MI for the summer. Andrew was GREAT! Just who we needed for a celebration and genuine personality. Bravo, Andrew! There was a band playing out in the park lawn, and she ships/boats all coming in with a beautiful sunset, when we dined outside. The Crab Tostada, Mediterranean Linguine, Waygu Burger, and Seafood chowder were AMAZING. So so good! I pairs it with a little Honey Bubbles Moscato and enjoyed it immensely. The young ladies at the front door were also great to have an exchange with, and the young man who was hosting. Way to go, Pier Restaurant staff!

We came here as we had a Stafford's gift card to utilize. I Will note we came on a Saturday night about an hour before close in early May, so this likely contributed to having no wait time. But we were greeted promptly and staff seemed to make an effort to seat us at maybe the table with the best view in the place, in the corner wall of windows. Service was pretty prompt and polite. I got the ribeye which I believe was a special, served with scallops, mashed potatoes, and asparagus. It was cooked very well and delicious. My husband got the whitefish sandwich with sweet potato fries and he didn't leave much on the plate! The clientele seemed to skew older, not a complaint, just an observation. Probably a great place to take parents and family to impress them. We enjoyed a walk on the pier after as well.