Taste of the Upper Peninsula is a hidden gem located in St. Ignace, MI, renowned for its delicious pasties and warm hospitality. Many visitors rave about the exceptional service, citing staff members like Penny, who contribute to a welcoming atmosphere that feels like family. The standout dish, the beef pasty, receives high praise for its rich flavor and perfectly baked pastry. Customers consistently highlight the quality of the ingredients, with significant mention of the meat being abundant and seasoned to perfection. Diners also appreciate the upbeat vibe of the restaurant, noting the charm of quirky touches and enthusiastic staff, like their Jamaican waiter, who adds an extra layer of enjoyment to the experience. Reviews frequently commend the variety available, encouraging first-timers to sample both savory and sweet pasties, making it an all-day culinary adventure. What's more, the restaurant showcases local products, enhancing the experience of exploring the flavors of the Upper Peninsula. The dedication to crafting quality pasties is evident, with many patrons promising to return, eager to continue their journey through the rich culinary landscape that Taste of the Upper Peninsula offers. Overall, it’s a must-visit spot for anyone looking to indulge in authentic local cuisine and warm hospitality.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Popular with tourists
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Taste of the Upper Peninsula
J C
Jun 3,2025
Shout out to Penny and her staff for an amazing service and superb beef pastie. Brought home some fudge too. Truly warm and friendly people!
Mandi Sullivan
Apr 28,2025
I love hole in the wall restaurants & this was no exception! The service was great - our waiter from Jamaica was a hoot! The steak bowl & pasty were so delicious!
Katherine
Mar 21,2025
The staff was super friendly and helpful. The Pasties were large and delicious. I highly recommend stopping in for some local treats.
mark copus
Mar 8,2025
My wife and I came to visit the U.P. From Texas. We were anxious to try the areas pasties during our 4 weeks of travel all through the U.P. We ate a lot of Pasties from different areas. We ordered our Pasties and sat down to eat them. We both looked at each other and said, these are the best we’ve had. They had taste which many we tried elsewhere lacked. The pastry was top notch and the meat was more than adequate. At another shop nearby we ordered a pasty with gravy, the pasty and the gravy were both very bad, this was our first pastie on the U.P. My wife almost gave up on the pasties, I told her we couldn’t give up based on one. We both agreed no more gravy , it was that bad. After telling the owner how happy we were with the pasties we told her about our prior gravy experience, she immediately suggested we try her gravy, my God it was delicious. I was so upset I didn’t get it for the pastie I just finished! We talked of a bit and we bought another 10 to take home with us. I love it when I visit a small business where the owners take such pride in their product. She was very patient in educating us in the world of pasties. When we come back, it will be our only pastie stop! Now if we can all get together and talk them into shipping them!
Andy Saputo
Mar 7,2025
This was our first time in the UP and our first time trying pasties. The savory ones are amazing and a great way to start the day however I highly recommend a sweet one for later on, when the sweet tooth hits. The staff was very friendly and helped guide us on what to get and they even gave one free to my wife for Mother's Day. The rest of the shop was full of locally made products that were a must buy.
Rebecca Rhodes
Feb 16,2025
Incredible pasties. THE PLACE to stop and get pasties. Friendly, clean, dine-in, amazing. I will absolutely make this a destination stop on my way to the UP and Mackinac Island from now on.
Theresa Soulliere
Feb 16,2025
I’ve been on a trip through Michigan this week and these venison pasties are the best thing I’ve eaten on my whole journey. The venison was so nicely spiced, and the gravy was addictive. I’m staying in Mackinaw city but am considering paying the toll just to cross the bridge and get more!
Melissa Deneen
Feb 11,2025
We were looking for pasties and since it was 6pm, everywhere else in the area was closed except bars. I didn't want to go to any bar with kids. We decided to try this place even though it's located in a convenience store type place. Surprisingly the pasties were delicious. We got beef pasties and the chicken pasties. I'd definitely get pasties from here again if I'm ever back in this area.
Reviews For Taste of the Upper Peninsula