PATIO PARADISE: BEST OUTDOOR DINING SPOTS

Photo of Mike’s on the Water courtesy of Carolyn Hall

MIKE’S ON THE WATER

24600 Jefferson Avenue, St. Clair Shores

Situated along the bustling shores of Lake St. Clair, Mike’s on the Water captures the essence of a coastal retreat right in St. Clair Shores. The restaurant is famous for its deck space, where guests can enjoy fresh seafood while watching boats glide by. This seafood and burger bar transformed from an old bathhouse on the Nautical Mile, now with an outdoor deck and bar area, as well as a deck and food truck on the roof! Owner Mike LeFerve is a collector through and through, and Mike’s on the Water reflects that. From customers’ boat pictures hanging from the ceiling of the patio to the Beard Wall and his newest addition, a banquet room with his collection of over 16,000 Snoopy items that promote different charities, there is something that will capture your attention in every corner. From the lobster rolls to being greeted like family by Mike himself, Mike’s on the Water is truly an experience, perfect for those craving a maritime dining experience without traveling too far.