Nestled between Lake Charlevoix and the rolling hills of northern Michigan is Boyne City, a quaint community with a population of approximately 3,500. Surrounded by lush forests and scenic hills, Boyne City has a waterfront recreation area of over 11 acres. Peninsula Beach on Front Street next to the Harborage Marina has an elaborate playground with bridges, tubes, slides and swings to keep the younger crowd busy for hours. Boyne City offers a great opportunity to walk around this relaxed environment and see just how Northern Michigan stays so special. Boyne City is known for being a great place, with wonderful restaurants, excellent sailing and friendly people.
For more information, or to stay updated with the happenings in Boyne City, stay connected with the Boyne Area Chamber of Commerce.
Food & Drink
Boyne City offers dining for every taste bud! Whether its Chinese, European, Mexican, or good ol’ classic American dining you’re looking for, Boyne City has it—and it’s all overlooking the water! Here are just a few of your options:
Indo China Garden: Indo China Garden is home to some of the best Chinese cuisine in Northern Michigan. Owned by a Chinese family looking to bring the awesome tastes of authentic Chinese food to the North, this restaurant will be one you tell your friends they have to try.
Café Sante: The newest branch to acclaimed Northern Michigan hospitality group Magnum Hospitality, this is authentic European dining at its finest. Complimentary sparkling water, an espresso bar, wood-fired pizzas, mussels and frites, unique breakfast and other European classic dishes are all on the menu at Café Sante. Enjoy this casual, European-style bistro in beautiful Boyne City.
Red Mesa Grill: One of the most well known branches of Magnum Hospitality’s up-north experiences is Red Mesa Grill. The restaurant serves traditional Mexican and Latin American specialty dishes, but it also features the largest selection of tequila in the North, and makes Michigan’s best margaritas. You’ll find the locals hanging out here on most nights.
Thick-N-Juicy: Here is your good ol’ classic American option. Choices include a coney dog, loaded cheeseburger, corndog, or philly steak ‘n cheese sandwich, all served with a glass bottle of Coca-Cola. Don’t kid yourself—it’s a must-eat!
Lake Street Market: Located in the heart of the SOBO district of Boyne City is Lake Street Market. This market has gourmet meats, cheeses and steaks imported and available to its customers. Lake Street Market a favorite deli of the locals and visitors. Take a minute to surf the deli menu–Girls Play Hockey is a personal favorite of mine!
Activities & Events
Boyne City is bustling with activity year-round, but especially in the spring, summer and fall seasons! Join area businesses every Friday night for Stroll the Streets, an event sponsored by the Boyne City Area Chamber of Commerce featuring local Boyne and other close-knit community businesses. Groups set-up-shop on Water Street, the main street in downtown Boyne City, and entertainment lines each street corner making every Friday night a party in Boyne!
Join-in on the fun of the Red Fox Regatta that makes a stop in Boyne, or the Boyne Thunder in July where offshore Thunder Boats gather for a poker run, or take a Lake Charlevoix Champagne Cruise! If you make your timing right, you can catch the Mushroom Festival or Harvest Festival hosted in the community. Don’t miss all the events Boyne City has to offer!
