The Antlers-804 E Portage Ave

I was stationed at Kincheloe AFB from 1972 - 1976 and visited Antlers on many occasions. In addition to the wonderful steaks, I remember the canoes hanging above the diners, and the chilled Ouzo added to my beers. GREAT TIMES! more

The Antlers is back! After some recent disappointing years that eventually lead to closure a new owner has resurrected this local iconic restaurant. The exterior of this building has no curbside appeal, but enter the interior and you'll see things are changing: fresh paint, minor remodeling (and a good cleaning of all the artifacts, antlers and game mounts) have made this an inviting and cozy place to enjoy a very good meal. The new owner is no rookie. He brought in a new menu, combining former Antler favorites (fresh planked whitefish, excellent burgers, etc.) with some new features (cherry vinaigrette salad dressing, etc.) Prices are very fair and servings are generous. On tap at the bar are crafted beers from the Mackinaw Brewing Company. We really like these recent changes, so once again The Antlers is our favorite dinner stop in the Soo. more

If you have a problem with dead animals being stuffed, mounted, and put on display, do not go here. For everyone else, definetely make this a place to visit in the Soo. There are polar bears and lions and every other animal imaginable on display there. They blow bells and whistles every hour on the hour and it makes for a unique dining experience. This is a once in a lifetime experience that is not to be missed. The food is great, especially the beer cheese and whitefish. more