The Lake St. Clair Guide directory provides services you will need for waterfront venues for Restaurants, Weddings, Camping, & Vacation Rentals around Macomb, Wayne, St. Clair County and Ontario, Canada by Lake St. Clair, Harsens Island, the Detroit & St. Clair Rivers, and the North & South Channels.

Map of 35+ Vacation Rental Units with Docks – Lake St. Clair & St. Clair River! Close to fishing & great boating! Book online with owners SAVE $$ – NO HIDDEN BOOKING FEES!

Lake St. Clair Restaurant Guide & Carry Out Food for the lake & channels, Clinton River & St. Clair River waterfront locations with boat dockage and outside dining.  Quick links / menus / social media updates all in one place. Published each FALL & SPRING!

Welcome to the family owned Algonac Flaming Grill with full bar!  Enjoy great meals 7-days a week while watching the St. Clair River freighters pass as they travel the Great Lakes. 

“The Anchor Point” (TAP) Bistro is an EXPERIENCE!!! Serving traditional items while adding a variety of heartier / healthier food alternatives, we tailor our menu to the pure natural single ingredient recipes. Indoor & Outdoor dining & full bar with 25+ beers, wine, and cocktails. NEW! T.A.P. Cafe / Coffee Shop serving Grab & Go Items open on the street side of Riverview Plaza.

Shore Thing Market BP Boat Gas & Non-Ethanol -OPEN ALL YEAR- is a short boat ride through the Swan Creek off Anchor Bay N. Lake St. Clair. Pick up those needed extra items…. Beer Cave, Liquor, fresh subs & sandwiches, fresh coffee served starting 5am and 6am Sunday’s!

Best City of St. Clair Things to Do, Restaurants, Shopping, and Vacation Rentals! Walk the longest freshwater boardwalk in the world then enjoy some great shopping, food, and outdoor eateries while watching freighters go by.

What are the best restaurants, shops, and things to do in the quaint waterfront town of New Baltimore by boat or car! Restaurants and wine tasting, bakery & candy shops, boutiques, gift shops, museum, and more. And, don’t forget to bring the family and enjoy our beautiful park with new children’s playground, fishing pier, and sandy beach…. all on Lake St. Clair’s Anchor Bay.

What are the best things to do in Marine City, MI?  Come via boat & use a FREE daily well to enjoy the town a very short walk away!  Multiple shops, restaurants, and bars, rent a gazebo for weddings, public beach, kayak launch, free parks, and more.

BIGGBY COFFEE in New Baltimore is proud to offer a wide variety of beverages for the coffee and non-coffee drinker alike. You will easily find something to please your palate. BIGGBY COFFEE offers a wonderful compliment to our beverages with delicious meals and light snacks.

Visit the Blind Owl restaurant | lounge | sports bar downtown New Baltimore.  Creating an unforgettable dining and craft cocktail experience! Latin based menu with hints of the Florida Keys and the Middle East. Chicken Shawarma to Tex-Mex style. Also full sushi bar daily and many other weekly specials. Lunch, dinner, soups, salads and desserts beautifully presented.

Read all editions of the Lake St. Clair Guide magazine since 2001! Also read the latest “Restaurant Handbook” of over 30 waterfront area bars and eateries for Lake St. Clair.

Bouvier Bridge Marina & RV Resort is the best kept secret on Lake St. Clair! Nestled in the tranquil waters of Bouvier Bay, our cozy marina offers showers, laundry, clubhouse rental, wi-fi, game room, heated swimming pool, on site fuel dock with pump out, RV store, and more.

Browns Bar on Harsens Island, since 1946, is a popular boaters’ destination for good food and lots of fun. A seasonal spring/summer/fall restaurant, we are located on the Middle Channel, just a short boat ride off of Lake St. Clair. We can do your party in private area or rent the whole place! Our specialties include burgers, wraps, generous salads, Walleye, and the famous Big Crunchy Fish Sandwich! Or come over via the Harsen’s Island car ferry located on M29 near Algonac.

On the Clinton River, Bumper’s Landing has completed a complete remodel in 2017! Enjoy inside or outside dining on the patio or at the Tiki Bar while watching the boats go by!

CC’s Dairy Bar and Espresso Stop is located right across from the beach and park downtown New Baltimore.  Stop by for frozen treats including soft serve frozen yogurts and custard – then top it off with one or more of 28 delicious extras! We also serve hot dogs, pizza, and beverages.

CJ Browns Boatyard Grille is located on Jefferson in Chesterfield Township. We are walking distance from several marinas… or stop by via car on the way home from your marina! We offer award winning specialties of Detroit style Pizza, ribs, chicken, and Lake Perch.

Clinton River Cruises are now CLOSED, due to owner retirement.  It is possible the boat may move to downtown Marine City in the future… that is TBD.  We will miss their many fun events! See full article here!

Lake St. Clair cloud cover live map!  Check today’s weather to forecast your boating day… includes clouds, rain, & snow to make your own forecast before heading out boating.

The Club Capri restaurant is located on a deep wide canal with boat dockage just off the North Channel near Lake St. Clair. Great views also of the St. John’s Wildlife Refuge. We are open year round, and have a separate room to host your banquets, wedding shower, and private parties.

Who has the best carry out pizza & broasted chicken in Clay, Algonac, & Fair Haven? Colony Party Store! Deep dish or round, Chicken & Wings, Ribs, Subs, & More. Pick up your beer, wine, liquor, grocery & party supplies to stock your cottage and boat!

Crews Inn offers “year round” great dining on the Clinton River – and a private banquet area for up to 60! Come by boat or car and enjoy our outside dining & Tiki bar with live entertainment most nights.

Best Fair Haven, Michigan Restaurants, Shopping, Things to do, Vacation Rentals, Fishing Store, DNR Boat Launch Ramp

The first two weeks of August, bring your family “tent” camping on the shores of Lake St. Clair at the Metropark.  Learn more about this new event here!

Fins Eatery & Spirits is located downtown New Baltimore. This two story eatery with large deck and 3 bars is the classiest restaurant in the downtown area. Just a block off Lake St. Clair… boaters may use the free public docks at the park to visit.

Fair Haven, Michigan – Anchor Bay / Bouvier Bay – Fishermen’s Vacation Rental House with Dockage Lake St. Clair is the “Guest House” cottage of the Lake St. Clair Guide Magazine! Cottage includes boat well & is close to Bass, Muskie, Pike, & Sturgeon areas.

Gar’s Special Burger!   Cut in half to help you handle it! See full Gar’s Menu below! Gar’s 32 ounce BOOMBA draft beer and free fresh made popcorn We have KENO at Gar’s, along with several TVs throughout the establishment for sports! Wind your way around…

HOOK – St. Clair Shores the newest staple along the Nautical Mile. Come by boat or car to enjoy our beautiful Lake St. Clair. The finest prime seafood, steaks, gourmet sushi, crafted cocktails, and exclusive hand-selected wines – along with plenty of appetizers, beer buckets & burgers inside or on our large deck.

ENJOY the River Views!  Over two-thirds of our rooms at the Inn on Water Street downtown Marine City have fantastic views of the St. Clair River; most with private balconies for lounging in the fresh air, and watching the steady show of boats and nature drifting by. Pet friendly!

The Island Grill, located at Mayea Marina, is a 2nd floor Florida Key’s style outdoor eatery which overlooks Lake St. Clair. Boasting the best BBQ’d burger on the lake, plus a full menu, and bar. Lots of guest wells, and wave runner access next to restaurant.

Jane’s Bridgeview Bistro is open for 2025!  Located just off the Clinton  River on South River Road – at the corner of Bridgeview!  Formerly Boat Town Willy’s, the restaurant has been updated – menu expanded – and we now have a full liquor/beer license to…

Long time local area chef of Dana’s Kitchen is at Jane’s San Souci Market serving boat and car carry out, and catering for large Island events / weddings!  Chicken, pizza, ribs, and much more!   Stop at our Harsen’s Island dock on the South Channel!… CARRY OUT DOCK!

Come to Lake St. Clair Metropark (formerly known as Metro Beach) … then stay to play! Visit us by car or boat and enjoy our beautiful park with many family fun things to do.

Lexington Village Theatre, The Village Pub, and Sweetwater Gourmet Deli & Bar are the new sister string of entertainment of the famous Brown’s Bar & CJ Brown’s Boatyard Grille on Lake St. Clair!  Come to the Lexington Harbor and walk a block from the marina for outstanding big acts, great food, and entertainment all in one complex.

Lighthouse Tavern is located in one of the oldest bar’s in Fair Haven. We serve Detroit style coneys, large perfectly seasoned grilled chicken Greek salads with artisan lettuce & homemade dressings, melt in your mouth corned beef sandwiches, huge burgers, and weekly specials ….. We offer a full bar with several specialty & craft beers on tap.

Lake St. Clair Guide has a map of Lake St. Clair Restaurants with quite the variety of fun and food with dockage around the water. Live entertainment, tiki bars, great views, bikinis & sandals…. It’s always fun to wine and dine at restaurants with the local boaters!

McDowell Agency provides Home, Auto, Lake Estate, Commercial and Life Insurance products. We offer insurance coverage for vacation home and vacation rental properties too!

Middle Channel Marina – on Harsen’s Island (formerly Minnich’s Boats) has completely redone the place!  We offer a full line of boat & watercraft rentals, along with fuel dock, beer, food, live bait, marine supplies, transient dockage, and convenience store items.  We now also have RV Campsites!

Whether your pleasure is fishing and duck hunting at dawn, or a campfire at sunset, Mitchell’s Bay Marine Park has the perfect setting with both marina & RV camping on eastern Lake St. Clair in Ontario, Canada.

Come by boat or car! The weekly New Baltimore Farmers market offers fresh produce, foods, local artisans, food trucks, live entertainment and much more! Sunday’s 9am-2pm first Sunday in May through mid-October.

The Newport Pub, Historic Bar in Marine City is located right downtown.  Limited menu of food as this beautiful 1800’s building continues to be restored by its new owners. You will however find a large variety of spirits and beers while sitting at this cozy local’s bar making new friends.

No Limits Fishing Adventures, a barrier free, handicap & special needs accessible fishing charter opportunity for Lake St. Clair!  Wheel chair access for two, with easy access ramp for the safety of our passengers.

Northpointe Shores RV Resort on Lake St. Clair! On-site marina, boat launch. Relax here with our new luxurious full amenities, waterfront fire pit, and planned clubhouse events.

The seasonally open Octopus Beer Garden on the Clinton River just outside downtown Mt. Clemens is where fun is on tap! Local craft beer, ciders, and seltzers on draft to pare with our chef inspired American summer foods! Weekly events, entertainment, and specials.

Off the Hook Sports Grill located just across from Lake St. Clair’s DNR Launch ramp in Fair Haven, MI. “A cozy place to watch your favorite sports, grab a bite to eat next to our roaring fire place, and play some Keno while having an…

On the Bay Customs Boutique & Cafe downtown New Baltimore features Tropical-inspired patio courtyard (heated), inside cafe & Tiki bar, custom boater clothing, nautical gifts, Lake St. Clair & Michigan made souvenirs.  We serve a full line of seasonal beverages, cocktails, & TIKI style drinks!  Stop by for a great variety of Nautical, Coastal and Lake Home accents & decor when you’re looking for something unique for that special person.

On the Rocks Smoke House & Tiki Bar is open year round Wednesday-Sunday!  Waterfront & sunset view!  Upstairs remodeled waterfront Banquet Room & bar is available for your wedding or party. Stop by Sunday morning for breakfast & bloody Mary bar!

Where to pick up the latest edition Lake St. Clair Guide magazine for FREE! Full listing of businesses from Detroit to Port Huron, Sarnia to Windsor which distribute the annual Guide.

The Port O’ Call of Algonac is located off the North Channel, on the grounds of Algonac Harbour Marina. Come by boat or car, we offer waterfront dining in a nautical atmosphere. Enjoy our Tiki Bar and outside patio where our specialty fresh fruit cocktails are whipped up all summer long!

The Raft Bar is truly a Lake St. Clair local’s bar since 1976! Located on Northern Lake St. Clair on Bouvier Bay, visit us by boat or car. The Raft Bar has lots of dockage at the end of our newly dredged marked deep channel. Famous for the “Raft Burger” and perch fry dinners on Wednesday & Friday.

Since 1994 RAW Watersports has been your local Ontario – Lake St. Clair / Detroit River rental pontoon, fishing boat, kayak, and waverunner / jet ski source.  Pick up in the water, on the trailer, or have it delivered!  Or enjoy a “Charter sunset cruise” with a captain!  We are located next to the Sandbar Waterfront Grille on the Puce River. Full & half day rentals. We also sell trailers!

Located in the famous Boat Town of Harrison Township, the River Rat is a hometown favorite.  We serve high quality and large portion meals.  A casual and relaxed nautical atmosphere beautifully remodeled, with full bar service, and great sports viewing.  Gluten Free, Family Style, and Party Trays are available.

Looking for a RV resort or camp sites around Lake St. Clair, we have them!  Both the U.S. and Canada offers many amenities, and bring your boat for fishing and family fun!

Harsen’s Island Sans Souci Bar grand opening was December 2023! Facing the South Channel, this historic bar’s new owners serve all the great menu items you’ve enjoyed in this historic building including pizza & perch.

The Sandbar Waterfront Grill is located on Lake St. Clair’s southern Canadian shore. This waterfront restaurant on the Puce River offers live entertainment, 30 new deep water guest wells for up to 60′, and onsite fuel dock.

Looking for a small group charter cruise on Lake St. Clair?  Join us on the “Spirit of Lake St. Clair” Cruise Boat for for a Sunset Tour or a full day of fun. Great for parties and small group events up to 30 passengers.

The St. Clair Boat Harbor is a 132-slip harbor located on the beautiful St. Clair River. We also have campground / RV site, canoe & kayak rental, fuel, pumpout, and public boat launch ramp.

From the owners of the popular Anchor Pointe Bistro comes TAP CAFE in St. Clair at the Riverview Plaza.  We are open early to serve Coffees – Teas – Smoothies, Fresh Made to Order Hot & Cold Sandwiches & Salads, and Baked Goods.

Tashmoo Distilling, New Baltimore’s latest hot spot’s GRAND OPENING was December 20, 2023!  Homemade vodka, gin, rum, and whiskey crafted cocktails.

Lake St. Clair – A big lake but small enough for any size vessel – Everything you need to know to Visit for the day, a week, or forever!  How & Where to Boat Here | Where to Stay & Dock | What do do for Fun | Trophy Fishing

The Voyageur downtown St. Clair is open 7 days from 11am right on the waterfront.  Lunch, dinner, cocktails – and we can host your wedding or party from 20-60 guests. Great freighter view!!! Separate Sports Bar & Bowling Alley Too!

Walker’s Landing on Harsen’s Island completely remodeled and larger for 2024 offers fuel, food truck with dockage, small local grocery store with fresh sandwiches & hot dogs, beer & ice, bait/tackle, small boat launch, and more.

  What’s it like to boat on Lake St. Clair?  Take a short boat trip early November (7 minute video) from northern Lake St. Clair through a small portion of the beautiful St. Clair Flats, the largest freshwater delta in the world. We start in Bouvier…

Welcome to Zef’s Dockside in St. Clair shores!  Lunch & dinner – quality dining with panoramic waterfront views.  We can host your wedding, shower, & private party!  2 Floors with 8000 square feet of excitement!