This elegant fine dining restaurant, opened in 1972, is located on the lake in Ellsworth. The focus here is on cuisine native to Michigan, and the restaurant boasts an extensive wine list, one of the largest in the state. The signature dishes include rack of lamb and pecan-stuffed morel mushrooms, but make it a point to try other offerings, such as macadamia-crusted walleye with plum wine beurre rouge or the Rowe’s selection of artisanal cheeses.

Rowe Inn Information:

• Country French menu. Dinner, Sun brunch. Casual attire. Reservations recommended. Outdoor seating.