At Pink Pony, located in the heart of Mackinac Island, the culinary experience is both delightful and memorable. This bar & grill, celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere and stunning harbor views, offers a menu that impresses with creativity and flavor. The standout item is the 75th Anniversary Celebration Burger, featuring a juicy steak patty with bacon, pepper jack cheese, and house-made bourbon sriracha mayo, which diners have praised for its glorious richness. Veggie lovers will also find satisfaction with thoughtfully crafted options, along with gluten-free alternatives, making the restaurant inclusive for all dietary needs. Customer reviews highlight the exceptional service, notably from staff members like Dwayne, who ensure meals are prepared safely for those with celiac concerns. Many guests rave about the gourmet onion rings, crispy yet tender, perfectly paired with spicy sauces. Additionally, the breakfast offerings captivate patrons, earning high marks for quality and flavor, especially the Coffee, which is often singled out for its delightful taste. Overall, Pink Pony stands as a must-visit destination on Mackinac Island, combining delicious food, great service, and a charming atmosphere, making it an unforgettable spot to unwind and indulge.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has great wine list
Has live performances
Has quiz night
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves food at bar
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves late-night food
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Historic
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Usually has a wait
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Pink Pony
Charles Vega
Apr 23,2025
Pink Pony was a great place to grab lunch on the island. The famous rum runners were delicious! The Chicken BLT Melt was tasty, especially the avocado drizzle. The celebration burger was packed with flavor, the bourbon bbq was the perfect sauce for the burger, bacon, and onion ring. If you are gluten free: they have gluten free bread and tortilla chips that are safe. The prime rib sandwich was celiac safe, our server, Dwayne, even came out and explained how each part of the dish was prepared safely which we appreciated. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for good food and drinks!
Kristen Telaak
Apr 22,2025
Party of 4 on September 1st (busiest weekend of the year, I believe I was told). I do not remember how long we waited but it was the 1st one we could get into. Food (breakfast meals) was delicious, my aunt absolutely loved her coffee. She kept mentioning how good it was and got like 4 refills. It was a beautiful day and we got pictures of our group with a gorgeous backdrop of the water.
BEN LEE
Mar 31,2025
I really enjoyed this restaurant- good veggie options, great view of the harbor and great service. In my option a must place to eat while visiting Mackinac Island. It was my favorite while visiting. Although a little on the pricier side, okay based on the other overpriced restaurants in the downtown area who were of average quality.
Sarah Tran
Mar 16,2025
Cute place with great food and service. Would def come again. Got the burger with their house made fries. Also got the onion rings for the apps
jaimie hutchison
Mar 3,2025
The food is very high quality. We love the service, too. We stop at least once each time we visit the island. Breakfast and the whitefish fingers are my favorites.
yunus emre çırak
Feb 23,2025
Pink Pony has a wonderful view. You should try sitting outside in the back. Employees are kind and affectionate. We tried the Beef Burger and it was very good. Design and atmosphere is perfect. Just I must say that the prices are a little bit high and fries ext. are not included in the price. But when we look at the whole island, it seems normal. I can say that if you come Mackinac Island, you can come and try this different experience.
Rasikanand Harvind
Feb 19,2025
Pricey. Bar vibes but still family friendly. Awkward combination. Food was good but not mind blowing. Maybe 20% overpriced. Decor was peculiar. Might be the one thing that makes this place stand out amongst the other restaurants. Good selection of local beers. Didn't have to wait too long to seat 4 people. There's plenty of seating in the back as well (and outdoors). They claim their whitefish is locally caught. It tasted pretty good to me.
Frank Flack
Feb 10,2025
The food was above average, I thought, for pub-style eating. The service was well done, Cornell provided service at out table that bordered on a formal restaurant. (He was also able to answer questions & provide insight about "must do" items in the area). The atmosphere... People, you really do need to check this out. Nobody else that I've seen has gone this way. Very cool.
Reviews For Pink Pony