Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Family-Owned Restaurant in Mackinaw City
Audie's Restaurant has been a family-owned cornerstone of Mackinaw City since 1974, rooted in the legacy of the Jaggi family. Our commitment to quality begins with homemade ingredients, from Heidi's freshly baked breads and desserts to Chef Nick's kitchen, where Dwayne crafts daily soups and sauces. We grind our own beef for burgers and slow-roast prime rib, maintaining the same standards established when Edgar and Audrey Jaggi first opened.With three generations contributing to our operations, hospitality remains a family tradition. Our menus feature locally sourced whitefish, hand-cut steaks, and seasonal specialties, complemented by a rustic lodge atmosphere. Recognized as Best All-Around Restaurant by the Northern Express, we offer private banquet rooms, catering services, and carry-out options while preserving the authenticity of our original vision.
Services
Breakfast Specials
Lunch & Dinner Entrees
Private Banquet Rooms
Wedding Catering
Carry-Out Service
Seasonal Menus
Bar & Lounge Service
Catering Supplies Rental
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1974 with three generations of culinary expertise
- Homemade breads, desserts, and daily-prepared soups and sauces
- Award-winning catering services for events up to 180 guests
- Locally sourced Great Lakes whitefish prepared six signature ways
- Recognized as Best All-Around Restaurant by Northern Express readers
What people say
Delicious homemade jam
Attentive staff
Beautiful event spaces
Locally sourced whitefish
Award-winning catering
Services
Family Dining
Our Family Room offers daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner with homemade specialties like Dad's Delight breakfast and hand-ground burgers. The menu features Northern Michigan favorites including whitefish prepared six signature ways. Guests enjoy a rustic lodge atmosphere with friendly service that reflects our family tradition of hospitality.
Private Events
Host weddings, corporate events, or family reunions in our Banquet Room accommodating up to 180 guests or the intimate Chippewa Room. We provide customizable menus, rental coordination, and full-service catering. Our professional staff handles everything from setup to cleanup while maintaining the same quality standards as our restaurant service.
Catering Services
Award-winning catering available throughout Northern Michigan, from casual picnics to formal plated dinners. Chef Nick's Culinary Institute training ensures customized menus for any event, including 7-course meals or large-scale luncheons. We provide staffing, equipment, and expertise to ensure successful events at any location.
Carry-Out Service
Order meals for pickup through our online system with options for dine-in or carry-out seven days a week. Available for all menu items including breakfast specialties, house-ground burgers, and fresh whitefish entrees. Carry-out cocktails, beer, and wine also available for pickup at the Family Room.
Bar & Lounge
Relax in our Northern Michigan rustic lodge atmosphere with a full bar featuring over two dozen wines by the glass and ice-cold draft beers. The menu includes specialty cocktails, martinis, and libations paired with appetizers like the Audie Burger or New Orleans Style Crab Cakes served in a casual lounge setting.
People
Nick Jaggi
Chef/Owner
Third-generation leader of Audie's Restaurant, trained at the Culinary Institute of America. Oversees kitchen operations while maintaining family recipes and quality standards established in 1974. Specializes in creating customized catering menus for Northern Michigan events.
Heidi
Baker
Responsible for all baked goods at Audie's Restaurant, including daily breads, dinner rolls, desserts, and pies. Maintains the same homemade quality standards established when the restaurant opened in 1974. Her creations feature in both restaurant service and catering operations.
Dwayne
Chef
Prepares daily soups and sauces for Audie's Restaurant, following traditional methods established in 1974. Works closely with Chef Nick to maintain consistency in flavor profiles across all menu items. Ensures quality control for both dining room and catering operations.
Questions
What makes Audies Restaurant unique?
We're a family-owned Northern Michigan institution since 1974, known for homemade specialties like our house-ground burgers, six signature whitefish preparations, and three generations of hospitality tradition.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes, our award-winning catering serves events from intimate gatherings to weddings with up to 180 guests. Chef Nick creates customized menus while maintaining our restaurant's quality standards.
What are your breakfast hours?
Breakfast served Monday-Friday until 11am, Saturday & Sunday until 11:30am featuring homemade jams, fresh-baked breads, and specialties like Dad's Delight breakfast.
Can I rent the banquet room for events?
Our Banquet Room accommodates 40-180 guests with flexible setups for weddings, corporate events, or family reunions. Includes customized menus and full-service coordination.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, Discover, and MasterCard for all dining and catering services. No personal checks accepted.
