Michael’s On the Lake
910 W Broadway Ave, Moses Lake, WA, 98837
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Address :
910 W Broadway Ave
Moses Lake, WA, 98837 - Phone (509) 765-1611
- Website https://www.michaelsonthelake.com/
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 10
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Classy
Noise Level : Average
Good For Dancing : No
Alcohol : Full Bar
Happy Hour : Yes
Coat Check : No
Smoking : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
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Don S.
Probably the fanciest restaurant in Moses Lake. The dining area is clean and has a modern touch to it. The menu is all over the place from seafood to Chinese items with a gold touch of American thrown in there. Had the mushroom ravioli as a starter and it was very yummy and would order it as a main dish any day. The starter bread was a cracked whole wheat that was fresh and home made. The seafood and chicken was cooked for perfection and was quite flavorful. Would eat here again for sure
(4)Rich C.
We went twice this week. Thur. 9/10 Good: Blody Maries so tasty, almost perfect except for one minor detail. Bad: Blody Maries had celery with brown ends and nachos didn't have enough cheese. Sat. 9/12 Good: Friendly staff and great fried zucchini Bad: Slow service, over cooked food, and too much noise coming from bar (someone was doing dishes).
(3)Margaret O.
We were driving from Seattle to Spokane and stopped in Moses Lake for dinner- what a find! Our server, Tara, was friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable about the wines. We both had entree salads- I had the tostada salad, and hubby had blackened salmon caesar. Both were truly delicious! We also loved our wines and warm bread. We shared the warm chocolate banana bread pudding with whiskey sauce, and it was heavenly. The dining room was very nice and cool on a hot evening, but the deck overlooking the lake looked very appealing and was fairly full. If you're in this neck of the woods, don't miss Michael's on the Lake.
(5)Gary W.
Checked Yelp on our way from Seattle to Spokane. Several of the fast food places had poor reviews and, since Michael's had good reviews we thought we'd try it. We were not disappointed! Nice exterior/interior with a peaceful view of Lake Moses. Our server, Brittany, waa very helpful, pleasant, & stopped by often to check on us. My wife enjoyed her Shrimp Caprese (although there were only 3 shrimp) & my Cobb Salad tasted great. Fresh bread accompanied our meal. We would highly recommend this location.
(5)Chris H.
Nice location overlooking the lake. Clean, decent decor (well, quite nice for Moses Lake) and a mostly attentive waitstaff. The food is above average with some of the steaks being rather good. I've eaten here a few times and it's always more than adequate, which is high praise for this town!
(4)Jerry M.
We had a great view of the lake while dinning outdoor and perfect temperatures. Ordered Chicken Cashew salad and Blacken Salmon Caesar salad. Chicken was cold diced pieces (almost like pressed meat)...a so so salad. The Blacken Salmon was not that blacken and had a slight salmon smell. Would question just how fresh. Caesar salad was fine. Both salads were huge portions. Service was fine.
(2)Marina P.
Absolutely loved this restaurant! Great great food, great service, and an amazing lake view! We had the Italian doughnuts for dessert - they're a must!
(5)Crystal D.
Who would have thought that such tastes, flavors and sights would be experienced in the middle of Washington State at Moses Lake?! This was recommended by a local and I'm so glad to have found it. I'm sad that it's so far away and crave their food. Everything that I had from beginning to end was delightful - the appetizers, the entrees and the dessert. A fun and super tasty dish is the "Sushi Tacos". Great name and out of this world. TRY IT!!! Let's break it down: -We were sat promptly even during a busy weekend at dinner -Spacious layout with cute decor and outdoor seating too. -Presentation was very classy and artistic -Fresh ingredients including the seafood! (I know, right?!) -Flavors were none that I've experienced before. Great combinations -Meat cook time was perfect. My chicken was great & the tuna was perfectly seared. -The waiter was very well-informed and personable. -The host was friendly and even made sure to ask us about our meal -THE VIEW - need I say more???
(5)Jonathan G.
So the positives: Great location - right on the lake Great food - it was all very tasty Would have been 5 stars except for the service.... The service was just terrible, our waitress kept fussing with a larger party... Our appetizer came out, and bam, a few minutes later our food... (pity we didn't have time to enjoy the appetizer).. I was thirsty, told the waitress when I sat down, my glass was empty while I ate the main course... no follow up on the food, do we need anything etc. I tip service, we received none... all in all not sure I would come back.
(3)Selin D.
Marvelous! - the view; the meat; the food & the service. We enjoyed our experience very much. Definitely a place to come back to!
(5)Andrea L.
This place was really good. We got off the highway and we're heistatnt, but the parking lot had several cars at the end of lunch rush on a Monday. We walked inside and I was shocked, it's beautiful inside and right on the water. We had the prime rib sandwich and the Texas burger and then split the chocolate banana bread pudding. Everything was really good. Out waiter was very friendly as well. It was a great dinning experience and I will come back if I'm ever passing through again.
(5)michael m.
This is Not a great steak house . $29 for a steak No salad . located on the lake , nice view . Nice server lots of apologizes . But steaks are thin and way over priced for what they are .I would put roadhouse and outback quality higher . the 14 oz tbone $29 , no soup or salad . ordered med. rare nut comes out well . reason its so thin its almost impossible to get it med. rare . Also had the lobster ravioli , very good . side salad very basic . ordered one of their special martini's , there out of that vodka. ordered a glass of wine , don't carry that one any more . ordered a dinner , out of that one . we would go back but not for a steak , other things were good . also this is a 3 *** when it comes to price .
(2)Kendra S.
The fries were fresh hot and crispy. The Cuban sandwich was not authentic but nevertheless it was excellent. The pulled pork was succulent. If anything, they could have put a few more pickles. The tostada salad was simple but tasty. The avocado cream was definitely not anything like guacamole. More like green sour cream. Our waiter had a permagrin which felt genuine. Overall a nice break from a long road trip.
(5)Natalie H.
Wonderful food and service. Beautiful view on the patio on a summer evening. I ordered the prime rib sandwich with dip. Delicious! For dessert, I had the creme brûlée. It was perfection! I highly recommend this restaurant. Great dining and service!
(5)Ty H.
Simply put, the food is good, but the service leaves a lot to be desired. It shouldn't take an hour and 45 minutes to do lunch. It also shouldn't take 15 minutes to get drink refills and it shouldn't take a half hour to be greeted by a server because no one is sure who aquired which tables after servers are phased. All of these have happened on separate visits. The clubhouse sandwich and soup of the day is a solid call for lunch.
(2)Matt B.
Hard to find a decent place to eat and enjoy a beer in Moses Lake, WA... But this place was pretty decent, great view, good beer selection, decent service (not great, but not horrible) and good food. I had a grilled chicken salad with apples and jalopenos... It was really good!
(4)Jed T.
My wife and I just had the rib eye and the flatiron steak. They were delicious! The sauce on the flatiron was really good and the steak was grilled to perfection. We tried the fried zucchini on a whim and it was very good as well! Tara was our server and she was very hospital and provided great service!
(5)Rebekah M.
Can always rely on Michaels being around to meet friends and family for a comfortable meal.
(3)Karl K.
We were cruising from Seattle to Spokane, when the clock struck 6 - we knew that we had to stop for dinner in Moses Lake. Since ML is not known for its epicurean choices, I opened up Yelp to see what was palatable in this central Washington town. To my surprise, Michaels's On the Lake, popped up with a really high rating. OK, let's give it a try. Even though it is a couple of miles off I-90, it just takes a few minutes to get there with virtually no turns off the main road. We were surprised! The food was enjoyable, the service was great, and the overall restaurant was very nice. The large menu offer something for everyone while the daily fresh menu offered several fresh choices. I was dying to try the Beef Stroganoff on the fresh menu; unfortunately, they were sold out by 6 pm. (That cost them a star). I did enjoy the Cuban Sandwich and my wife enjoyed a large Steak Salad. The portions are generous, the presentation is attractive, and the meals were very enjoyable. Michael's also offered a free desert if you "checked in" on Yelp while you were in the restaurant. We choose the Mud Pie; perhaps, the best Mud Pie I ever had. Michael's is worth the quick detour off the freeway. Their menu is sure to please just about everyone with a large selection of beer and wine. It's not the cheapest or the quickest in Moses Lake; however, it might be the best.
(4)Jonathan B.
Best place in town! Ate here with my family tonight and it was great! The food was delicious, as always. There's something for everyone, and the service was quick and friendly.
(5)dinky d.
This is a great place for cocktails and appetizers. A good selection on the happy hour menu. The main meals are just mediocre for me. I ordered the bourbon chicken meal hoping to get some nice flame or grill marks on the chicken. Forget about it. It looked as though it came out of a frozen meal entree. The entire plate was basically a bed of rice, chewy chicken and blanket sweet sauce similar to teriyaki style or Safeway Chinese food. It was so extremely sweet I had to scrape most of it to the side not to mention a nice pinch of green onions on top. As a Garnish? Not sure. I think the meal cost was in the 14 dollar range. I probably could have got something similar at J's teriyaki. Last time we went they got our order wrong. Some of the other meals I've had here were good so 3 stars because it could use some improvements on quality and service.
(3)Michael S.
Wow what a great place!! All the employees are fantastic! The food is amazing! Just a great place all around!
(5)Kristen U.
Checked out michaels and it was decent. I enjoyed by French dip and a nice salad. If I drove through again I'll stop in again
(3)Denise W.
Came here with some coworkers to this very happening place in town. Two of us got the halibut and the other a burger. I was told the burger was fine. The halibut was a nice portion sitting on top of some very nice roasted asparagus and couscous with pesto sauce. Wow the asparagus and couscous was great. Love the lightly charred asparagus. The halibut had a nice pan seared crust to it but slightly overcooked. I still loved the dish as that was my only minor complaint otherwise everything was great. Our server was very attentive and helpful. Overall a good meal. We will be back for prime rib next time we're in town.
(4)Julie S.
We were heading back to Seattle after a really fun time in Spokane. Yelp reviews were great so we called and made dinner reservations from the road. Arrived about 5 minutes late. When I checked in, she said she had checked us in and we should wait. No smile, no welcome. Ok. Someone else came and took us to a dark table in the corner. We waited to see if we could ask someone about a table where we could see the lake. No one came. I went to the front desk and asked if it might be possible to wait for a table with a view. The hostess said "I would have no way of knowing that. It could be a long time before there is a table there." I said "20 minutes?" She looked at me as if maybe I didn't speak English and said "I would have no way of knowing. Sorry." We asked the waitress when she arrived and although there was an empty table within eyesight of us, we were told none were available. They brought bread but only one bread plate for the two of us. I ordered the halibut and a glass of zin. My friend ordered a wedge salad and truffle fries. The food was just ok. We mentioned that I was going to share some of my fish and they were kind enough to split the dinner on two plates. The server was less than friendly and the food certainly wasn't worth the money when you factor in the "service". Maybe we're just spoiled living in the city where there is a lot of competition in the dining industry. Next time we're going to pull off and try Jakes in Ritzville if we don't get dinner before we leave Spokane.
(2)Paul G.
The food was good and I would recommend this restaurant to my friends and everyone who wants to good dinner with a great scenic view. The only thing is they didn't ask if we on the same check or separate and I had to pay for the group that I came with in order to get the free desert deal. If you ever drive by Moses Lake don't miss out and stop by Michael's won't regret.
(4)Chad S.
Man that was GOOD. That's all I have to say about that. I have not had that good of a dinner in a long time.
(5)Colleen K.
We're in the middle of cattle country in the PNW so I was expecting a great steak. I ordered the 8oz strip. It was cooked correctly and seasoned lightly. It was a good steak although it didn't hit the wow factor I was hoping for. The twiced baked potato patty is so fab I went off my dietary restrictions and tried it and then ate 3/4 of it. There was no salad and the asparagus and broccoli were sparse, but tender with a little crisp. The view of the lake was lovely. Service was prompt and friendly.
(4)Dana W.
Stopped in on our way to Seattle from Spokane for lunch. The outside of this place does not do justice to the inside. The inside is darker, almost dinner club feeling, unless you're sitting by the windows looking out over the lake. Service was a little slow in the beginning even though the place was not busy, however, once we got our drinks they were much more attentive. I had the Mahi Mahi tacos, the little kids had the mac-cheese, and my husband and big kids all has the fish and chips. The tacos were good and the big kids and his and all liked the fish tacos. The mac-n-cheese was your standard Kraft double portion with bread. This was one of out better lunch places that we've visited along the way. The food was good to very good, service was good, and the place was clean with some character.
(4)Ducky M.
(dined at bar-Sunday Happy Hour, pre-dinner rush) Driving back across state from Spokane during one of the hottest days of the year, led us to seek out some decent patio eats. Moses Lake was coming up on the radar, so I sifted through Yelp for some recommendations. The Yelp Search for "patio seating/views" and "steak" sold me, so we decided to trust in our Yelp peeps and go for it, as Michael's was in the Top 5 (it also was added bonus that we called ahead to check how busy it was and whether there was Happy Hour on Sundays, as it was just after 4pm!) Patio was indeed a nice set-up and the views were awesome, but as the temperature had climbed to 100, we opted to eat in the nice, cool air-conditioned bar rather than sweat through our clothing outside (there IS a shaded half, but it was simply too hot). Happy Hour had just started too, so all appetizers were half-off and there were plenty of $3-4-5 drink specials! We ordered a round of Happy Hour apps and one of the Steak Salads from their impressive varieties of Entree Salads. I figured if the Happy Hour wasn't great, we could cash out and head to the dining room or simply move on. Food pleasantly exceeded expectations. The Ginger Chicken Lettuce Wraps were delicious (my only complaint being thin Bibb Lettuce leaves being a not-so-great choice for wraps), but the chicken was moist and delicious and sauce was tangy and savory. House-brined Pork was AMAZING. Essentially the style of BBQ Pork you'd get at a Chinese restaurant, but this version was incredibly tender and flavorful- you could tell it was house-brined. The Fried Zucchini was the highlight and had me floored for what could have been your run-of-the-mill Happy Hour filler food. This plate had 6 pieces of super thick, length-wise cut zucchini fried to a nice golden brown crispness in a delicious (egg/beer?) batter. Not greasy in the slightest and the zucchini was fried JUST ENOUGH to keep the crisp snap of the veggie itself. It was AMAZING. Seriously, probably the best fried appetizer and certainly fried zucchini I've ever had. Steak Salad was the only entree we ordered off the menu, and they gave it their best Rare, as it came out on the Medium-Rare side. Still, steak was a generous portion for a salad, seared perfectly to retain juice and just melt-in-your-mouth. Bar server was accommodating to our special requests and kitchen executed our few changes perfectly. What a great salad! What a great experience! The attention-to-detail and care put into Happy Hour food was impressive to us, considering we are both in restaurant industry and see so many places (especially in smaller cities) care less about quality during Happy Hour. The food tasted amazing, the ingredients were fresh and crisp and flavorful and the portions were very generous. Even glancing at non-HH price points, I considered these plates to be worth it. Certainly a STEAL during Happy Hour. Service was satisfactory. Our Bar Server seemed................tired.......................Â.... but friendly, nonetheless. And accommodating! Support staff was prompt and friendly on our way in and out. Just a great overall experience on our way through Moses Lake and we'll be sure to recommend this to family and friends passing through! Kudos, Michael's! We really enjoyed our visit!
(4)Jane S.
This has become our favorite place since my last review. We absolutely love Michaels. It is nice to have a relatively quiet spot to sit with friends and have a few drinks, and it is a wonderful spot in town for dinner. I'd give it 5 stars, honestly, except for two little things... Recently, their menu changed a bit, and their flatbreads are now smaller for the same price...not cool, Michaels, not cool at all. Also, we went to lunch here in a group yesterday and the server asked everyone if they'd like a salad with their meals (the menu states that soup or salad is $1.50 extra with the entrees we ordered), and the three of us who said yes were charged for "appetizer salads," which were $4.50 each. I would normally brush this off, and just assume I misunderstood the server, but when all three of the people who ordered salads thought they were getting the $1.50 salad with their meal, I can't help but feel as though the waitress was deceptive...Again, not cool.
(4)Adam R.
Decent little restaurant in an otherwise odd little town. My wife and I found ourselves here for a meal before heading to the Gorge for a DMB show. Not a bad little place, honestly don't remember that much from the visit other than it was the only non-sketch looking place around. We'd go again if in the area.
(4)Stacey G.
Finally made it in here for lunch after a year living in the area. Got in just after the lunch rush and was able to get a seat by the window with nice view of the lake. I ordered the classic burger, and read the paper while waiting for food. It seemed like it took awhile to get my food considering it wasn't busy, but the wait wasn't excessive. The food came out and the burger was nicely presented on a platter with a dill spear on top, fries on the side in stainless cup, good presentation. The burger was tasty and cooked just right, the fries were good too. This is a nice place with an upscale feel. The service was good and so is the atmosphere there was a good mix of rock music playing in the background, not loud, nice bar.This would be a good all occasion place for business meeting, date or just hang and drink at the bar. I will be going back for sure.
(4)Katie E.
Great service and super friendly staff! Will come back anytime I'm in Moses Lake! Terra was amazing!
(5)Sean C.
I visited Michael's twice on a recent trip to Moses Lake. The service was authentic and fun both times. The bartender was genuinely friendly and interested, and our server was kind and very pleasant. The food was really pretty good. The Blackened Tuna Tacos weren't really blackened, but they were delicious. The Seafood Salad was really tasty. The dishes could have been a bit more adventurous, but they were clearly made with care. The prices seemed pretty reasonable. Definitely a place I would come back to.
(4)Ellen T.
The food & service were so nice. Complements to the chef, for sure! We would eat here again. Great atmosphere & view. Staff was kind & accomidating to our 3 year old & our 7.5 year old kiddos. Daughter said "The chicken was soooo tasty!", son gobbled up the fried fish. Hubby & I enjoyed our meals, we both had specials, mine was the cod & he had the NY roast steak... all excellent!
(5)Jon H.
Great food, service, and atmosphere. I make it a point to dine here as well as their downtown bistro whenever I'm in town or just passing through. Cheers!
(4)Kitt B.
I went here for my baby shower and we had the party room, back in October, they were great. The waiter even got in on the party. Definitely appreciate the friendliness and care.
(5)Melanie R.
This is probably the nicest restaurant in the town, and we ended up here for a late lunch when staying nearby for concerts at the Gorge. I don't remember what we had, but it was a good meal and we left satisfied before heading to the concert.
(4)Stephen L.
Easily the best sit down restaurant in town, amazing food with a nice view of the lake.
(5)Greg P.
Michael's by the Lake is quite a nice gem in the not so big town of Moses Lake, WA. When the weather is right, you'll want to sit on the back porch/deck area and enjoy the scenic view of the lake. The bar is rather attractive too. I had the lobster ravioli. Not especially memorable but not bad at all. Decent wine list. In a town with not so many options, this could be your best bet.
(4)Keith N.
We had an excellent meal at Micheals on the lake last night. My wife had salmon with risotto and asparagus with a wonderful sauce. I had halibut with linguine & a great tomato sauce with mushrooms & tomato bits. We both ate every bite. Wish we could see the place during the day. They have a great spot on the lake. They also had a nice selection of beers. Service was good at the bar, dining room & the hostess was also very pleasant.We will be back if we are ever up this way again. From Packer country heading to Seattle for Thanksgiving.
(4)Michael R.
The hamburger sliders are fantastic and the classic 1/2lb burgers are so yummy. Excellent customer service, romantic and warm place to take someone on a date.
(5)Scott L.
Excellent lunch... What a gem of a place. Service was excellent too. Great place on trip between Seattle and Spokane. Highly recommended.
(5)M S.
Service is fine. The fish we ordered was too salty.
(2)Tony L.
Nice food and view
(5)Cat P.
Food okay, service was so so...wait staff should be informed more about new offerings. Either inform staff, or put on menu when you're going to add a sauce to a meal. It should not come as a surprise to customer. I had to wait additional 20 minutes for remake of meal that came with a sweet honey sauce poured over fish and veggies. Remake came with a 'new' sauce which I was not informed of either. No apologies whatsoever for either. Broccoli was mushy and overcooked. Fish was not properly de-boned. This place would mot survive on the west side.
(3)Jennifer J.
Just ok. The service has been slow. I ordered a roasted beat salad. The greens were warm, the beets were so overdone I couldn't eat them, the pear was underripe and I'm very glad I got the dressing on the side as it wasn't good either. My brother didn't care for the fish and chips either.
(2)Jeff W.
Stopped in Moses Lake on our way home and the lady that checked us in at our motel recommended this restaurant. Very traditional menu. The food was very good. Even my wife who is a very picky eater lived her meal.
(4)Glenn M.
Solid steak and fried zucchini. I accidentally left my credit card on table; Juliana our server picked it up, stored it safely and I got it the next day. This does not always happen at other places. B+ food, A+ service.
(4)Jesand A.
Awesome service and delicious dishes! Clean space. Open atmosphere. Did not expect this in the small town. Dope!
(5)Bella P.
This was a great little place on the lake. I read the reviews and got a mixed message. But I loved the food (I got the ravioli sampler), the ambiance and the waitress was delightful! I'm going to give this 5 stars!
(5)Daniel G.
I've been here many many times in the past few years and while it always seems like a good idea, it just doesn't quite satisfy. I'll start by saying the wait staff is always friendly and I haven't had any problems with them ever. Although sometimes you can get forgotten for a time, it's never been an issue. Some of the menu options are pretty good, others are bland but just fine, and the rest makes you wish you lived somewhere where Michaels wasn't one of two options (the Porter House being the other. I could copy this review for them and that would be slightly generous) The beer list never changes, which is a real shame considering all the fantastic beers the PNW has to offer. The wine list is uninspiring, and the mixed drinks are blasé. Overall, if your in the area and know what not to order (tricky bc it sounds so good on the menu), it's not bad, but always slightly disappointing.
(3)Elizabeth B.
Just went to micheals and the service sucked! It took an hour to get fried food (fish and chips and prawns) everyone else around us got their food first. Once we did get our food the waitress never even came back to check on us!! The food was ok. Thanks for nothing micheals!
(1)Angela F.
Here on a business trip and this has been the highlight! Awesome view, half priced appetizers for happy hour, wait staff very friendly and helpful. You must have the crab and artichoke dip, it was deeeeeelicious. I also ordered the sushi tacos. The wonton shell didn't have enough flavor so I just ate the crab and avocado. But the concept and presentation were lovely. Did I mention my server was fantastic? To round out my evening, I tried the shrimp spring rolls which were very light and refreshing. If I'm ever this way again, I will be back.
(5)Kristina C.
Mmm! That's all I can say about my meal tonight. We had fast, friendly service and the food was so good! The steak and tempura prawns were perfect and even the bread is rosemary focaccia with sun dried tomato butter. Mmm!
(5)Madison G.
Great service, Terra was fabulous. She helped us decide on what to get with great suggestions, thank you. Great view of Moses lake at sunset on the patio. Made for a memorable experience. Next time I'm passing through I will make it a point to stop in.
(4)Gretchen H.
We were looking for a good place to eat on the way thru to Montana from Seattle. We were passing thru Moses Lake right about lunch time. I admit, Moses Lake doesn't come to mind when I think of good food. Thank goodness for Yelp for popping up this restaurant option. We sat on the deck and had a beautiful view of the water. I ordered the patty melt and onion rings and a nice tall Mac and Jacks.. It was yummy. My friend ordered the Cuban Sandwich, which was better than my patty melt! The service was friendly but the waiter had the odd habit of addressing my male friend in all topics and wouldn't address me even when I was talking to him. I paid , but he placed the credit card receipt in front of my male friend. Hmmmmm
(4)Shamitha S.
Not enough vegetarian entrees. Slow service. We stopped by Michael's while driving from Montana to Seattle. Our waiter was very nice and went out of his way to answer our questions. However he disappeared for an extended period of time. So we had to wait and wait to order our meal. We also had to wait a very long time to get our check. It was quite busy and it is possible something came up because otherwise he was great. I would like to see more vegetarian entrees other than fettuccine Alfredo. The waiter did offer to do some pasta dishes without the meat but we opted to go with several appetizers instead. Overall just ok if you are used to big city restaurants.
(2)April M.
This is an outstanding restaurant coming or going over I90. * Friendly staff * Nice sun shielded patio to enjoy lovely views of the lake * Order the Cuban sandwich! You won't be sorry! * Only con, there is no really 'dry whites' on the wine menu...
(4)Lynn J.
We are in town on business. Heard about Michael's from Yelp and were certainly not disappointed! The seafood special prepared on a cedar plank was delicious! And for dessert, the Italian donuts were OMG yummy! And Autumn took excellent care of us from start to finish! A lovely evening!
(5)Clifford M.
I live here in ML, and consider Michaels the go-to-spot for dining out in this town, whether passing thru, or just dining out. Maybe by Seattle standards, this place is nothing special, but the prices aren't Seattle high, either (Ok, maybe I'm a bit defensive after reading some harsh reviews by travelers). I would say that the food across the board is good to excellent (maybe by small town standards-if some of the big-city-residents-passing-through-town-on I-90 reviewers are taken at face value?) If I was looking for a place to make an improvement recommendation, the menu is shorter on selections than a lot of big city places have (I travel a fair amount). No association with the place, except I have eaten here for years fairly often. BTW-the interior just received another (appreciated) "face lift" renovation. In short, strongly recommended. Oh, one other thing. They don't do breakfast.
(4)John R.
What a pleasant surprise! The food quality was outstanding, and te preparation perfect! The halibut was fresh and very well prepared. The rib-eye was perfectly cooked, and a high quality cut. The hamburger was huge and covered with lots of bacon. The crab-artichoke dip was delicious and cooked just right. The prices are higher than other area restaurants - but not too high for what you get. Portions were plentiful, and the service was good. We sat on the patio which was beautiful - but the dining room appeared very nice as well. I was completely satisfied here. I don't know about the few negative reviews - they seem light on details which implies some sort of personal axe to grind. We don't live in Moses Lake so we don't know anything about it other than our dining experience - which was outstanding! If passing through at lunch or dinner - get off the freeway and come enjoy this restaurant!
(5)Jacqui E.
Nice dinner with friends. Went early in the evening and were seated promptly by the window. Service was efficient and our server was very pleasant. Food was pretty good,my scallops were cooked perfectly. The couscous that went with it was under seasoned, but not bad. One of group thought the Ahi tuna was too salty. Overall a fairly good experience, prices were acceptable and in the warmer months it would be fun to sit out on their deck.
(3)William C.
Excellent! We were in town and looked for a place that served steak. We wanted an upscale place and boy did we find it! The steak was perfectly cooked and to die for. Definitely recommend eating here. Also, the view is amazing, especially during sunset!
(5)Douglas C.
Service was great. Setting was great. Clean facility. Appetizer of lettuce-wrapped chicken was really good. Entrees, chicken bruschetta sandwiches, so so. I had high expectations from the reviews.... But it just didn't quite get there this time. Chicken breasts should have been split (too thick). And, was a bit bland. Online menu was not updated.... So I couldn't order what I wanted. Oh well, it happens,
(2)Brian P.
Still love the atmosphere but the food quality has been sinking over the last 2 years or so. I've been coming here over the last 3 years every couple months or so and lately seems a tad off. Love the building and people so I will be back but maybe a work with the food would really spark business. Especially with the higher prices, I would expect a little better quality. I had the 8oz Sirloin and it was very corded, the twice baked hash brown thing was ok but seemed like something I could buy from the market, and the bread is just weird with the giant oats in it. Personnel rocks and too me that's a huge deal, now just match the food quality and this will be 5-stars without a doubt!
(2)Kaarin S.
Went here tonight, a busy Friday night in Moses Lake, and only had to wait a bit. In the daytime, I imagine it would be pretty to sit next to the lake! The selection of food was good, and their wine selection was pretty decent for a normal restaurant that doesn't specialize in wine. It was all local, and the chenin blanc was pretty good! We had the fetuccini, and it was delicious! The waitress also brought out bread that I couldn't eat, but then came back and gave me some white bread that I could eat, so that was really nice! We had the creme brule trio, which was a strange consistency but not too bad. The pumpkin creme brule was quite a good flavor! Also, their salmon is Atlantic salmon, which I'm not a huge fan of... especially since this is the Pacific Northwest... but that's just me.
(4)Olivia P.
On a trip.across state, we decided to stop at Michaels because of the good reviews on Yelp. So glad we did. The waitress was at our table in a flash, and did a great job for the remainder of the time we were there. The only reason I gave it 4 and not 5 stars, was that the calimari came to the table sitting in a pool of grease. It was cooked very well, which is important, so a bit of a drain before plating was the only issue. We ordered all appetizers and a salad, as the appetizers were 1/2 price on a late happy hour special! Bonus! A very nice and varied wine menu also! Fahita Chicken nachos were deemed perfect by the hubby, tender chicken, fresh avocado chunks, black beans, fresh tomatoes, olives and cheese - real cheese. The chips were so good, they stayed crisp to the bottom of the plate and the plate was heated! Sliders cooked perfectly, grilled onions and a delicious cheese spread, gorgonzola I think. Yum! Our.final dish was a Caprese salad with grilled shrimp - SO good! ! Beautifully cooked shrimp on large tomato slices with fresh mozzarella and fresh basil leaves, drizzled with a balsamic reduction. Heavenly! Everything was so good we decided to order dessert. My husband ordered mud pie, which he describes as a a large, healthy portion of mocha ice cream with a.large ribbon of thick fudge running through. The pie is built on a thick pad of delicious chocolate cookie crust wit two mint chocolate cookie sticks.in the whipped cream top. He ate every single bite! I had creme brulee. So creamy and wonderful, I took off.the whipped cream, as it.was unnecessary. The light burnt sugar top was perfect, not too thick. The main attraction was the creamy deliciousness underneath. A perfectly cooked custard. Just minutes off I-90, great food and service, clean restaurant and bathrooms, nice decor and a view. What's not.to love? We will be back!
(4)NevadaBackroad S.
With a town full of chains and small diners, this place stands out. Want a nice dinner or upscale happy hour, look no further!
(5)Karen W.
The Chicken Marcella was wonderful! Love the noodles and sauce! The donut holes are fantastic!
(5)Sara M.
Being from the 'other' side of the mountains this is a place you would expect to find in downtown Seattle but surely not little ol' Moses Lake, WA. Let me tell you, this place rocked it from start to finish! We were in town for our son's select baseball tournament and not knowing the area we took to yelp.com to eat where fellow yelpers suggested. We did this the entire weekend and weren't disappointed once. See my other posts. LOCATION: The location simply can't be beat. We sat on the outside patio and watched the sun go down while enjoying a really great meal. Michael's is located RIGHT ON Moses Lake and it was a real treat to enjoy a 'grown up' meal at the end of our very busy and hectic weekend. FOOD: The menu choices were abundant and the food was truly great. We all ordered steaks ($25-$28 a plate) which came with fresh green beans and either rice or garlic mashed potatoes with extra cheese grated over the top. I ordered steak and prawns which were deep fried but not dripping with grease and the spicy sweet Asian dipping sauce (the kind we get from Costco at home) was the perfect compliment. Before the meal our server brought out a bread basket which offered their house baked 12 grain whole wheat bread (baked on site) which was served with sweet whipped tomato basil butter. I had to convince myself to stop eating it in fear of not eating all of my dinner. My husband also ordered the blue cheese wedge and he said it was the BEST he's ever enjoyed and this man has ordered this particular salad any chance he's had. SERVICE: We had Deena for a server and she did a terrific job. She was prompt, polite, non-intrusive and on the ball with everything. We never had to ask for a drink refill and she was very knowledgeable about the side dish options and recommended a few specials as well. PRICE: We dine in upscale, ritzy restaurants about once a quarter (mainly for special occasions) but even for this casual occasion we felt the price, quality and a location which couldn't be beat was WELL worth the money spent. I give this place a solid A and the best part was that you could come as you are. We were in shorts, flip flops and nice shirts but nothing more. Some people were dressed up and one guy was even sporting a 6 inch green & blue Mohawk but somehow it all seemed to work.
(5)Heather T.
Stopped in as a halfway point between Seattle and Hayden Lake, ID. Three people w/ a delicious generous portion beer each & two orders of prime rib quesadillas = $40 + tip. Price seemed appropriate for quality & view. Plenty filling for a mid day snack. Perfect spice level for me (medium and flavorful) Enjoyed the presentation which included a zesty chipotle aioli. Loved the African amber, sitting on the patio, and the pretty colored jugs of cucumber water! We will stop back in on any trip that takes us to the area again. Would be a romantic spot for dinner with the lakefront patio & outdoor fireplace. Fountains greet you on your way in. Classy place & nicer than we expected. Evil Knieval reportedly lived here in Moses Lake for awhile.
(4)Paul W.
Great prosciutto and arugula flatbread, great hanger steak (get the mushroom demi side), hot chicken salad was just ok, half baked cookie desert with ice cream and toppings was also really good. We left presently surprised and would definitely return.
(4)Yuya E.
I went for lunch here, it was a very nice location with nice decor. Lake side dining facing the lake, and has a very nice view during sunset. Wasn't busy at all since I was there at 2 O'clock, so the service was nice. Sat down at the table unfolded my napkin only to find that my knife was covered in food crumbs. Disgusting. I ordered the chicken caesar salad which was $15. Large portion which you would expect from a $15 salad, but quite disappointing to say the least. The menu said that the chicken would be grilled. It might have been boiled, but it was definitely not fresh, or cooked in the past 30 minutes. You can tell just by looking at the chicken how it was all white meat no grill pattern whatsoever. Definitely was not worth the $15. Next thing I ordered was the BBQ ribs on the lunch menu, which came with fries, coleslaw, and of course the ribs, all for $15. The fries were obviously frozen and cut before hand, and the coleslaw were tasteless; which is a shame because we are surrounded by farms and fresh produce. I will say this though, the ribs were good, and the peppercorn steak is awesome. It's sad to see how this is Moses Lake's only "good" restaurant. If this restaurant was somewhere else in a bigger city, it would not be this popular. 3/5 stars because of the friendly staff, and good steaks.
(3)Linnea T.
This place was a nice surprise for a town that consists mostly of fast food joints. I recently relocated from the Seattle area to Moses Lake and was pleasantly impressed by the food and ambiance at Michael's. I ordered the salmon fillet and it was excellent; wonderful piece of fish, just grilled to the write consistency and topped with a wonderful white sauce. The service was fine and the decor was a surprise, if you judge the restaurant based on its street facade. Only complaint is the limited wine list, which consists mostly of local wines (as in 20 miles of Moses Lake or closer local). I would highly recommend this place for a nice evening out! It is absolutely beautiful on a summer evening if you sit outside on their huge back patio!
(5)Angela M.
This is the second time I've been here and I'm not impressed. Expensive and not very good food. It's just not very creative or fresh.
(2)K M.
So salty I'm pretty sure I just pickled myself from inside out. The Egyptians don't have anything on these guys when it comes to preservation. We were told to try this restaurant while vacationing over the weekend. I ordered a burger, my husband ordered a 'Healthy Chicken' meal. It was so salty we could barely choke it down. The ambiance is interesting. Nice view of the lake however we were surrounded by crowds of older patrons (average age of the guests was easily 75) and lots of dark purple carpet. Won't be going back anytime soon.
(1)Niel K.
Buzzy on a Tuesday, awesome lake views, solid steakhouse menu, Mac and jack amber outstanding.
(4)Paul G.
I've been here a couple times with my Wife. I have to say I'm impressed. Prices are reasonable. Staff is excellent, and has been consistantly. The team works well together from what I have seen. I have yet to have a bad service experience here. I had the blackened tuna tacos, and I believe the fried Haloumi cheese. Both were really good. The flavors on the tacos are distinct and pleasant. The chipotle sauce is nice. I was a little confused about the tacos, as it says on the menu they come with fries. My tacos came sans frit, and I asked. The waitress said, no they dont come with fries. I have since been back and double checked the menu, and indeed they should be accompanied by french fries. No biggie. I recently had the crab cake sandwich. M'eh, seemed a little soggy/mushy, didnt care for those. The deep fried Zuchini is da bomb. They have Mac and Jack African Amber! In big glasses! How bad can that be? I am definitely a fan. For entertainment I like to watch the old folks out on tha patio on a windy day get their heads whacked by the sunscreens. Unfortunate for them, but great entertainment for me.
(4)Jeffery S.
While I love the people of Moses Lake, there really isn't much going on here that would excite a foodie. Driving down highway 17 and Broadway Street where most of the restaurants are, all you see are franchises, drive in's and mexican restaurants. Decided to try Michael's on the Lake which came recommened by some of the locals in the area. Now the outside of this place doesn't look all that impressive, parking lot is laid out in some weird configuration, It was literally a circus, had a tough time landing a parking spot given all the chaos. It gives you the impression that the joint must really be jumpin inside when in fact the place was mostly empty. Another interesting thing is that to the right of the restaurant, the parking lot extendes to the edge of the bank of the lake with no fence and maybe two rocks. I could just imagine some drunk driving over the edge. Once inside, the place looks fairly nice. There is a deck that overlooks the lake. Inside had a lot of dark wood but there are a lot of large windows to brighten the place up and give you a view. Waitresses were attentive, almost to the point where I felt like I was in Disney World as the forcedI charm was on the border of phoniness... but no big deal. They have a number of pretty good beers on tap, some local brews and macrobrews. I had a couple of Rosyln Lagers which was good but a bit dark and heavy for a lager. My dimwit companion had Lite. Coulda saved a few bucks if she had let me piss in the bottle and blow bubbles in it for the foam. For the main course, I really didn't have a big appetite so I opted for the BLT wedge salad. My companion had a halibut parmesan. My BLT wedge was pretty forgettable. Some chunks of blue cheese, bacon, diced tomato and a wedge which wasn't old but didn't taste fresh. My companion liked the halibut itself but thought they put too much cheese on the dish. Given the scarcity of nice places to eat in the area, I can understand why locals would think highly of Michael's. But I felt that while the place wasn't bad, the food was just too average to merit anything greater than three stars. I give them credit for trying though.
(3)Alan W.
We live in Kenmore WA. and have a rental property in Moses Lake. We were getting ready for new tenants and decided to stop off at Michaels and wow we had the best time the views were spectacular and I ordered the Prime Rib which was one of the best I've ever had. My wife had the Rib Steak and she enjoyed it. The service was so great and we are surly to go back and dine the next time we are in town!
(5)RD S.
I had a rib I steak dinner, it was on the cold side and the spud was way over cooked and only Luke warm. I mentioned it to the waiter and then paid for the meal with thoughts of never returning again. I can't speak of the place to highly....
(2)Dustin S.
this restaurant is always busy, and that generally adds a welcoming, fun atmosphere. i cannot say that the menu is equally fun or welcoming. the offerings seem disjointed. perhaps put together by a line cooked turned "chef" who is caught in the headlights and attempts to get away by throwing cheese at otherwise boring dishes. while i understand that every business needs to save on costs to turn a profit while at the same time presenting an interesting product, the overhanded use of food service of america style "wow" ingredients does nothing but make me wonder what all is in my food. I haven't had a drink at this place in a while, and they do make good drinks, but perhaps one or four would make the food more engaging.
(2)kenn j.
got a cheap hotel in town and went to three different spots within walking distance of michaels. Seems to be they quit serving food around here at 7 pm on week days. They where open till 10 pm. Had a couple of mcro beers that was good. had the prime rib quesadilla and it was the best one i have had in a long time. Jacob my bartender and server was awesome a good asset to the company. I will be back.
(4)Cole S.
The view and quality of this establishment is amazing. Fantastic views of the lake and friendly service to go with it. The butter and bread are absolutely amazing. The entree was good but not great. What was great however was the half baked cookie dessert. I would highly recommend this restaurant for a fun night.
(4)Sally S.
Only had appetizers due to a late lunch and not ready for dinner yet, but the appetizers were good. Had the wild mushroom ravioli and calamari. Plus side was our favorite Mac & Jack beer on tap. Good way to wrap up a day's travel with a cold glass of beer. The waitstaff were very pleasant and on the ball. Next time through Moses Lake, we wouldn't hesitate to stop there for a meal.
(4)Greg R.
Not very happy with our eating experience here. We had a chicken sandwich, and a steak. We had to wait too long even though it was not a busy time, and everything seemed loaded with salt. And to top this off, my draft beer was not even close to cold. I am going to Moses lake again tomorrow and will searching Yelp in hopes of finding a better restaurant..
(3)Daneen G.
I've been twice in the last month and have had the Chinese Chicken Salad both times. The consistency with the salad has been good in comparison to my prior favorite, Fajita Chicken Salad. The deep-fried zucchini are a favorite. They are very good! Really recommend them. I had a rasberry martini which was good; however, the glass was not full and the stem was very sticky. The waiter was great. He was attentive but not bothersome. He observed from afar, which is something I prefer. Again, more good experiences and one of the best places to eat in Moses Lake.
(4)Jon D.
When was the last time you enjoyed a sunset on a beautiful lake with a cold drink and a big rack of ribs falling off the bone? A classic burger? A glass of local wine? This place might just charm you to tears with fine dining amenities and its relaxed environment, but what will strike you is that they will just serve you the food you want to eat. Peruse the menu while you nibble on some fresh baked whole grain breads fresh out of the oven. There are a lot of options, and they all sound amazing, right? I know, I've been there, you can make a decision, just think of exactly what you've been craving all day, it's probably on there. Comfort foods, they got 'em. Elevated to a certain level that will have you thinking about them for days. Ahi tacos, seared and rare, stacked with cabbage and a spicy chipotle sauce? Mmm... The ribs, still falling off the bone as ever. Sliders? I could eat a hundred of them. Okay, at least 4-5. Pasta? Saucy and spicy and delicious. I don't think you can go wrong with any of it, unless you're looking for something haute and snooty. This ain't no snooty food, just food that reminds you of times past that gives you an endorphin rush with every bite. I mean, some serious yum here. And if you have the distinct pleasure, like I did, to be here right at sunset, you can look outside for one incredibly stunning view. Or out on their patio. Watch people go by in their boats as the sky gives a show that compliments a beautiful meal with some beautiful people. Oh yeah, and this place is in Moses Lake. This might be one small town, but think about it. No noisy neighbors, lots of open parking, and room to just breathe. As a Seattlelite, this is almost unheard of. Try it!
(5)Rana H.
I lived in Moses Lake for 6 months, and I quickly realized that Michael's is the only decent place in town to have dinner. It was the only place my boyfriend and I would go out to eat. Their menu doesn't really change, but the food is consistently good, if a tad overpriced. Also, the view is pretty nice when the weather is good. Love the Coconut Prawns and the Crab dip! :)
(4)Suzee B.
On the positive side, the crab stuffed chicken is awesome so that's what I usually order. The blackened tuna tacos are wonderful. The staff is always friendly and the service exemplary. The ambiance is pleasant too with a greatl view of the lake. I wish is were otherwise, but the food is hit or miss. The seafood salad is usually very good, but sometimes awful. Unfortunately, the ingredients are not always fresh. We eat there a couple times a year, but would frequent there more if the quality was consistent.
(3)Carol M.
On a recent visit I had the opportunity to have dinner here on two evenings. There isn't a lot to pick from in Moses Lake outside of the standard fast food fare and typical chain establishments. Local independents are hit and miss, and it seems that consistency is a hard target for most. The first dinner was on Friday evening, we arrived in a party of 4 without a reservation. The parking lot was full - other reviewers have made comments about the circus-style parking, so true - it is a mess but don't let that deter you. Inside the place is huge. We had a short wait for a table. Unfortunately we were parked in a dark corner where we later noticed the light over the table was not working. Ordering wine from the by-the-glass wine list proved interesting. After several attempts with "we're out of that" responses, we were told that they are due for a new list. Okay, I guess that excuses why they didn't have most of what was listed? So if you want a glass of wine, you might want to start out with - "what do you have?" on the list. Featured specials on the dinner list was also a challenge. After 3 attempts (the server took the order and actually had to return twice to deliver the bad news), one of my companions finally found an entree that was available that evening. The server later attempted to make up for lack of availability with the offer of a free dessert. It was refused but she did try to placate. Between us we had 2 steaks, chicken & crabcake sandwiches. The food was generally quite good, with the rib-eye being a real hit. Another night, we found the restaurant less busy. Chicken crostini sandwich on chiabatta bread was nicely done with a very tender breast of chicken. Service was marginal, server did not return to check on us after food was delivered and drinks were left empty. Ambiance isn't great at Michael's but it's probably some of the best you'll find in Moses Lake. The deck is nice although you have to pick the moment as the sun can be brutal and blinding at certain times of the day. A sunshade would be a worthwhile addition outdoors. Prices are a bit high for the area, but to get a good meal, it's probably worth paying at bit more. Given the local choices, I would return to Michael's when I'm in town. In a city with competition, Michael's would need to sharpen their operation.
(3)Paul B.
Ok, I understand I'm in Moses Lake, WA, but really. I know you bought your wild mushroom ravioli at Costco and then made your mushroom cream sauce from store bought white mushrooms and cream. It wasn't entirely unpalatable, but it is what it is. BUSTED! On the flip side, you're probably, still, one of the best restaurants in this town. Godspeed.
(2)J S.
Super place to eat if you are in Moses Lake! Food is super as is the service! I'm from the west side of the mountains and just stopped through. Eat here!
(5)Angela S.
Came here on a business trip, I had the Seared Ahi Tuna with crab meat on top of wasabi mashed potatoes! It was D-lish! My roommate had the chicken alfredo, she didn't like hers too much, but I've been raving about my dinner for hours! LOL Everything is a bit on the pricey side, but it was nice to get away from fast food for awhile! We also sat on the deck over looking the lake. The customer service was great, atmosphere was good too! No complaints from me!
(4)Kelly M.
Michael's is situated on the side of Broadway that faces the lake and this place takes full advantage of that positioning. Inside, there are wonderful views of the lake through large sun room style windows. There is also a patio that overlooks the lake for outdoor dining which I'm sure is quite nice on a warm night. The menu mainly consists of steak and seafood in varying combinations as well as a few pasta dishes and a few dinner salads. Prices ranged mainly in the upper teens to the upper twenties. I ordered the coconut prawns which were gigantic. They came with a sweet mango sauce. It was a bit sweet to my taste, however I don't think that this is a reflection on how the dish is prepared. The night we went service was outstanding, my glass didn't go empty and the food was ready quickly and brought to the table promptly. Admittedly, we were in early and beat most of the dinner rush though. Overall, Michael's is a good place in Moses Lake to take someone special or to take friends out to who are visiting the area. They'll definitely enjoy the view.
(4)Allison R.
Atmosphere is good, service is good, food....not so much. You do not get what you pay for here. It's easy to tell 95% of the food isn't made in house. Nothing tastes fresh, nothing here really makes you all that excited to eat it. It's all very bland, yet they have prices that lead you to expect a great meal. I would compare the food here to Applebee's quality. Probably a great place to come if you want to get drinks and an appetizer, but if you're looking for a nice dinner this isn't the place. It's easy to see how they stay in business in Moses since there aren't any other options, but anywhere else and there is absolutely NO way this place would survive with better and much cheaper options out there.
(2)Chris B.
What Kelly M. said. The view outside is gorgeous, and the balcony is THE place to sit on a nice summer night. The restuarant is fairly large, and the remodel a while back brought it up to more modern standards. It's still somewhat dark inside, with lots of dark wood, but the decor has brightened up quite a bit. The menu offers everything from burgers to sandwiches to steak and seafood dinners, with a few surprises on the menu. If you're like me it will take a little while to decide. But they also have a fresh sheet, which helps simplify things if you don't want to read all that. My friend got the special Pesto Prawn fettucine dish ($18), and an a la carte side salad ($5). They used to include a side salad with their entrees, but stopped doing that. The salad was huge. The Prawns in the fettucine were very large, juicy, and with a buttery coating that complimented the pesto sauce nicely. I had the "petite" cut of prime rib ($19), for which they offer a regular, and large size, too. The petite cut I had still seemed like 8 oz., so I wonder what the regular and large look like. The prime rib was good -- no complaints, but it didn't knock my sock off either. The potato, however, came "loaded", and tasted great with the beef. Service was friendly, and attentive. They don't rush here, which suits relaxing with the porch view, drinking a beer, and conversing. But if you're in a hurry to get somewhere, I'd let them know in advance. PROS: Wide ranging menu, with excellent views, and reasonably priced for a fancier restaurant. A great special occasion spot. CONS: Nothing bad, really, just not that extra "spark" in the food that would push it up to 5 stars in my book.
(4)Wayne R.
Probably the best fine dining in Moses Lake. Great selection of wines, decent selection of beers on tap.
(5)Daryl B.
The food was pretty good, the service was friendly, but a bit slow. Prices were not as bad as I was expecting them to be. The rolls that they bring out are fantastic!
(4)Jamie P.
Started out rough. Waited for service in the bar for ten minutes and decided to leave. My second choice restaurant was closed on Monday's so back I came. This time Christalynn was superb. She was over loaded and my food (tomato salad and crab tacos) all came out at the same time but she was happy and attentive. Way to save the day (& a return customer Christalynn).
(4)Jesse A.
Excellent service, amazing food, and even a couple of good beers on tap.
(5)Brian W.
I live in the Seattle area and travel to Moses Lake on business at least once a month. I frequently take folks out for dinner while over there and Michael's is the only place that I know what to expect each and every time. The service is always on point, the food is very good. The wine and beer selections are up to par with what you can get over on the eastside in Seattle area. One thing that stands out is the weekday 1/2 price bottle of wine night. On a few occasions we have had large groups of 15+ people. At least once we knocked down 12 bottles of wine and the tab was still very reasonable because of the 1/2 price bottles. The small private room is perfect for such a group and gives you a bit more privacy to talk business. Michael's is a great place and hands down the best place to entertain in Moses Lake.
(4)Scott H.
Truly the best food in town and rivals some Seattle hotspots. You do pay for it but the food is worthy of the price. Chinese or Hot Chicken salads are two of my favorites but you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu.
(5)S M.
Awesome patio view of the lake, wonderful service, and enormous portions. We had the nachos and a pork sandwich with fries. Very reasonably priced and would definitely recommend. Can't wait to return the next time we visit Moses Lake!
(5)T L.
Pleasantly surprised. Service was good, food was excellent, and atmosphere was nice. Would go back again if passing through ML.
(4)Andrew L.
I ordered a medium RARE steak and I ended up getting a medium WELL, when I asked the server to take it back the chef came out and told me this was medium rare. I think I know what a medium rare steak is. The steak was dry as hell so I ended up eating half and left the rest there. Big disappointment.
(3)Joy O.
We Will drive from the westside of the mountians just to eat here, great food good with the kids nice few and great service.
(5)Brooke N.
Fish was cooked perfectly. The view would have been nice, if it was light out enough to see the water and the birds. Very good service. Will return!
(4)Anna H.
This is one of the best restaurants in town. Hence, there are always something like birthday, out of town friends in here. We love taking our families here for all the reasons listed here and so much more. I highly recommend the flat bread with strawberry lemonade.
(4)Ashley B.
My fiance and I went to Michael's after hearing multiple recommendations from friends, and ended up being rather disappointed. We decided to have a drink at the bar while waiting for our table, and the tender approached to take our order. I told him that I was still deciding on a cocktail, and he asked if I was trying to insult his wine menu. No, buddy, of course I'm not. I ended up ordering the cab that he offered me as a sample (indeed, it was quite good.) When he started to pour into another glass, I said I wouldn't mind drinking from the same glass he gave me to sample, and he scoffed and asked me, "What do you do for a living?" (I'm a medical student, I said.) "I won't tell you how to give injections. You don't tell me how to serve wine." Um, WTH?! Just trying to be environmentally conscious and not get two glasses dirty. Good work on somehow making me feel threatened before I even order my food. We finally were seated, and the waitstaff were very nice. Our waiter was trying to be too cool for school though - I wished he would just relax and be himself, but at least he was attentive (mostly.) Our food was alright, but it took quite a while to show up which wasn't a problem for us because we had nowhere else to be. Pretty generic salads, but good. I ordered the coconut prawns for my entree, but they were extremely greasy. They came with red potatoes and green beans done in butter, very rich. I ended up getting a to-go box for my leftovers, only to discover they only boxed up the remaining three shrimp and that's all. What happened to my potatoes and green beans?! This really rubbed me the wrong way, because after paying a premium for small portions, I wanted to take home everything on my plate. How bizarre that they only gave me the shrimp. Whatever. The experience was definitely "meh." Next time I'm in the neighborhood, I would consider giving their bistro a try just because everyone else sings their praises so much, but someone will need to convince me first...
(2)Richard J.
Yep, as good as it gets in Moses Lake. I've had the Halibut Parm...very good. Peppercorn steak, also quite good. Dessert: Chocolate Chip Cookie, melting on a large shallow bowl, with vanilla ice cream on top. So, so good !
(5)Honest D.
Great service great ambiance, great food, and great view! I love the appetizers, they are so good I've pretty much had all of them. I also had mixed drinks and wines here and they have always been very yummy. Every time I order food here, it has never disappointed my taste buds. My hubby and I love this place and sometimes choose this place for celebrations or special night. Oh and the desserts are yummy too :)! We also don't complain about the prices so please don't raise them or we can't return as often as we do.
(5)Sarah S.
Great spot! Amazing food and wine selections. I could say great for a small town but any town should be proud to have this restaurant on their turf. Beautiful views and wide open space. Try to go on Wednesdays for the half off wine and appetizers.
(5)Steve T.
This will be my favorite stop from now on when traveling to the East side of the state. The rolls are worth driving 1.8 miles from I90 alone. Great location with the food to match. The service is great too. ST
(5)Mike D.
I go to Michael's because of the great service, especially the hostesses! They have the best outdoor deck in town and the beer is always cold!
(5)erin p.
I would love to give michael's 5 star but the serves is just too hit and miss. I have been there 6 times and the service was terrible 4 out of the 6 times. My bf and I have ordered something new evertytime and we have only disliked 2 meals (the pork sandwich and the prawns). The prawns that we had were pretty horrible and the dipping sauce they provided with the meal was even worse. It tasted like orange marmalade. All the other meals we had there were fantastic and I cant complain about the atmospher either. The view is amazing and the dining area is tastefully decorated. I will be returning to michaels, but i hope the service gets better!
(4)Ron S.
Today's special was steelhead filet on caesar salad; enormous portion and oh so good! Very satisfied!
(5)Katie C.
Traveling with 5 kids from the waterpark looking for a nice restaurant that would accept us in flip flops was an impossible mission.. So we thought! I called Micheals for directions which they stayed on the phone with me until I arrived.. Knowing how frustrating it can be driving with 5 children in a city of unfamiliar territory. We arrived and were greeted with smiley faces and cheery hostess' that gave us an option of inside a beautiful, very large dining area with a lovely bar.. Or we could sit on the patio in the 85' weather.. Either would've been perfect.. However we chose the deck..with an amazing view and to make the night even better..we had Chrystalynn (hope I spelled that correct).. She was a doll! She promptly took care of our drinks and was very knowledgable about the menu.. We had an Ahi Salad that was to die for!! The kids meals all came with fruit starter (which was a parents dream) and our children were absolutely ecstatic and finished every bite:) Each child got a drink, fruit and their meal for $5.. What a smokin deal!! Our salad was an unbelievable $12.. Which I would've paid $25.. It was delicious! This is a classy place.. A polished casual dining experience..with a menu that looked incredible.. Although as a fresh fish lover a few more options in that department couldn't hurt, but werent lacking. I was extremely happy and will be back.. My first thought was date night.. Or a group of friends.. Or the awesome happy hour.. But definitely we will return with the kids next time we hit the waterpark.. And my 750+ person network now knows where the best place to go in Moses Lake is.. Micheals on the Lake.. We will be back to see Chrystalynn although I am sure you can't go wrong here! Thanks again:)
(5)IB V.
I've eaten here a few times including this past Tuesday. This is a nice resurant for Moses Lake and the food/service is very good.
(5)Lyliane C.
Ok you can never expect the same thing twice here. Once great, next time bad fish or a server that refuses to wait on you. Always out of something by the way, and no not the special.
(2)Susan L.
This place seems like it would be good... nice location, outdoor seating, nice looking menu. Too bad it's totally disappointing... The food is overpriced and not that good, but the worst part about this restaurant is it is sooo freakin' slow. They should hire more people and lower their prices.
(2)Mackenzie B.
Great view of the lake. Service and food are so-so. Check back for further updates.
(4)Heather A.
For what we have in Moses Lake it's the best in town!
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