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Coast 236 Restaurant & Bar, Saugatuck, MI

Coast 236 Restaurant & Bar

4.9
4.9
1224 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
Every coastline brings with it an air of freshness and wonder, an inspiration in every ebb and flow. Coasts can be recognizable and new … predictably unpredictable in a way that can surprise or delight. But no matter the geography, there is a familiarity and a connection. At Coast 236, the rhythm of familiarity and freshness is our inspiration. Sourcing fresh and sustainable ingredients from water and land, we passionately craft approachable coastal inspired cuisine with unexpected details. Coast 236 takes reservations for tables of 1-6 guests only through open table. Sorry, service animals only.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fish, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (269) 455-5112
  • Website
    http://www.coast236.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Rick Bower
  • Catering
    We currently do not offer catering.
  • Private party facilities
    Coast 236 currently offers entire‑restaurant, private events only (that means you reserve the entire restaurant and bar for yourself and your guests.) Contact Chef Rick Bower to check a date or inquire about your special private event.For information about planning your next event at Coast 236, visit https://www.coast236.com/privatedining
  • Location
    236 Culver St, Saugatuck, MI 49453
  • Neighborhood
    Saugatuck
  • Cross street
    Griffith Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,224 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Best Overall

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Best Food

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Best Service

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Best Ambiance

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Innovative

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Great for fine wines

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Romantic

  • Grand Rapids

    Best Overall

  • Grand Rapids

    Best Food

  • Grand Rapids

    Best Service

  • Grand Rapids

    Best Ambiance

  • Grand Rapids

    Innovative

  • Grand Rapids

    Neighborhood gem

  • Grand Rapids

    Great for fine wines

  • Grand Rapids

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Grand Rapids

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Coast 236 Restaurant & Bar in Saugatuck is a standout dining destination offering a "phenomenal" culinary experience. Guests rave about the creative and delicious tasting menus, often paired with exquisite wines. The "wonderful" outdoor patio and "exceptional" service by attentive staff, like Jim and Evan, enhance the overall atmosphere. Perfect for special occasions or a romantic evening, Coast 236 promises a memorable experience with dishes like lamb lollipops, scallops, and salmon, all "cooked to perfection." Highly recommended for those seeking top-tier dining in West Michigan.

1,224 Reviews

  1. Shannon

    VIP

    Chicago

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, we had an amazing meal at Coast! By far the nicest restaurant in Saugatuck…from the food to the service, you can’t go wrong. Just try it!

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  2. Kyle

    VIP

    Grand Rapids

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose to do the 9-course experience and the food was amazing! Our server was Patrick and he did a great job!
    Coast 236 Restaurant & BarResponded on December 11, 2024
    Kyle, We are thrilled that you enjoyed both the service that you received from Patrick, and your experience with our 9-Course tasting menu! We hope to see you again in the future! -The Coast 236 Management Team

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  3. Samir

    Hawaii

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    How can food at a place like this and these prices be so mediocre?!

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  4. Susan

    Alabama

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were the only customers because of poor weather, but we still had amazing food and a wonderful experience.

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  5. Steven

    VIP

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was an excellent experience! We loved the food, the service and the ambiance. Jim, our water, took really good care of us and the food was phenomenal. Loved this restaurant and will definitely come back!

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  6. Terry

    VIP

    Detroit

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely evening! Exceptional food and impeccable service, as always. Everyone in our group loved the wine pairings and the informative tutorial that accompanied each course. Thank you for making our celebration so special.

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  7. John

    Los Angeles

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Rick did it again. Another Great night at Coast 236. We were able to join the Loire Valley Wine tasting and it was fantastic. The service was outstanding. Every course was explained along w/ the wine pairings. We will be coming back to Coast 236 very soon. I highly recommend Coast 236 for a fabulous night out.

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  8. Joyce

    Portland

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another top notch experience. The ambiance, especially with the fireplace, the service, and the meal: excellent! You get all the little details right, as well. We are always happy to spend an evening at Coast 236. Thank you!

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  9. Stuart

    Chicago

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a delight. They always seem to get it right. So glad we have this 'gem' nearby.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Joseph

    Detroit

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were greeted warmly by the hostess, and she was able to accommodate our early arrival.  We had a very enjoyable evening with our server Evan K.  He was very knowledgeable in regards to the entrées, along with wine pairings.  His level of professionalism was outstanding.  We had the tornadoes and the scallops and they were cooked to perfection and the presentation was lovely.  Although full he talked us into the crème brûlée and it probably was the best crème brûlée in a long time. We plan to return for one of the special evening 6 courses tasting menu.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

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Coast 236 Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.9 stars by 1224 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Coast 236 Restaurant & Bar

236 Culver St, Saugatuck, MI 49453

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Griffith Street
  • Neighborhood
    Saugatuck
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fish, Contemporary French / American
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Rick Bower
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.coast236.com/
  • Phone number
    (269) 455-5112
  • Catering
    We currently do not offer catering.
  • Private party facilities
    Coast 236 currently offers entire‑restaurant, private events only (that means you reserve the entire restaurant and bar for yourself and your guests.) Contact Chef Rick Bower to check a date or inquire about your special private event.For information about planning your next event at Coast 236, visit https://www.coast236.com/privatedining
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