Jessie Voigts takes us to another northern Michigan foodie find. We've yet to visit here, but I think we'll need to slip into the Blue Slipper the next time we're in the area!
Update 8-23-2014: Unfortunately, the Blue Slipper is now closed, in part because of death in the owner's family. Click here for the story. I'm sorry we never got the chance to visit this bistro, as it sounded like a lot of fun, and the food looked great. Best of luck to Chef Brian Kissel. I'll keep an eye out for your next venture!
If you’re poking around northwest Michigan and are looking for a place to eat, I’ve got a great recommendation for you!
Nestled in the small town of Onekama, the Blue Slipper Bistro offers delicious, hearty American fare. Featured in Gourmet magazine, the Blue Slipper is a favorite for both locals and tourists.
Onekama is north of Manistee, and south of Bear Lake, Beulah, and Frankfort. Onekama has a few year-round businesses – a grocery store, a few restaurants (Glenwood, Portage Point) and gas stations, of course an ice cream joint. But the star in Onekama is definitely the Blue Slipper.
The Blue Slipper decor is eclectic – a mix of up north wood paneling and all the blue slipper references they could gather. The wait staff is very friendly, and there is a full bar if you’re interested. There are booths all around the perimeter, and larger tables in the middle of this small restaurant. In the summer, you’ll definitely need to make a reservation.
Head there on Friday nights for the Fish Fry – it’s delicious! Each homemade entrée comes with a house salad and bread. I highly recommend the balsamic vinaigrette dressing – I could drink this up. Entrees range from fresh fish, burgers, lasagna (love it), pastas, steak, and more. I usually get the fish, although I often split it and the lasagna with our daughter. Everything I’ve tried has been delicious!
The atmosphere is convivial, even loud at times. But it’s the jollity of close friends and neighbors, people arriving back at a place they love, and newcomers delighted by the food and company.
Blue Slipper
8058 First Street, Onekama, MI 49675-9756
231.889.4045
Jessie Voigts is the publisher of Wandering Educators, a travel resource for global educators. Love to learn about the world? Head to http://www.WanderingEducators.com
Text © Jessie Voigts 2012 and photos © K. Voigts. All rights reserved, used with permission
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