Rosie's: A Diner's Delight (Michigan Restaurant Review 1)

Recently, we wanted to spend a day outside Chicago, so we decided to drive to New Buffalo, Michigan to visit the antique stores and walk along the lake. Of course, we also stopped to eat several times (we are thin, really). Our first gastronomic adventure was for lunch at Rosie's, which is basically a diner. We didn't expect anything much, but we were very pleasantly surprised. Lisa was excited by the notion of french toast made with texas toast. Steve caught her enthusiasm, and ordered the same. Lisa also ordered bacon on the side. Both Lisa and Steve loved the french toast (served until 2). Part of what made it so good was its fluffy texture and vanilla taste. And the Texas toast really worked, just like Lisa thought. The bacon had just the right crispness and was not overly salty.

Unfortunately, while the food was very good, Rosie's was a bit rough around the edges. They were out of orange juice, which both Lisa and Steve would have preferred. And the service, while earnest, was quite harried, given how understaffed the restaurant was.

All in all, though, for a diner, this was a great find. The food really hit the spot (and for less than $15 for two people).

Both Steve and Lisa thought the restrooms were fairly clean, though not fancy.

Our rating for Rosie's, 128 Whitakker Road, New Buffalo, Michigan

7 of 10 Coffee Spoons (can't compare with steak knives, so new category) and 2 of 3 Bathroom Brushes