Located on the stunning Gold Coast of Lake Michigan, Port City Smokehouse is nestled in the historic harbor town of Frankfort, Michigan. With beautiful Betsie Bay as its backdrop, this area was honored by Good Morning America as "The Most Beautiful Place in America." At Port City Smokehouse, we are proud to offer the finest in North Country, Big Water cuisine, drawing inspiration from the rich bounty of the Great Lakes.
SECRETS IN THE SMOKE
THE SMOKEHOUSE
DEEP, COLD WATERS - FRESH CATCHES
Our roots are deeply connected to the waters of Northern Michigan. The cold, deep waters of the upper lakes provide us with fresh catches like whitefish, lake trout, walleye, lake perch, and bluegill. These local fish are at the heart of our culinary offerings, with our 100% sugar-maple wood-smoked fish and smoked-fish pates becoming fan favorites.
The distinctive flavor of our smoked fish, shaped by the pristine, cold waters of Lake Michigan, has earned us a reputation for excellence.
The deep, clean lake nurtures the rich, delicate flavors in every catch, ensuring the highest quality in our smoked and flash-fried fish sandwiches and dinners, attracting visitors from all over.
TASTE OUR BBQ MASTERY
BBQ IS A PASSION
Beyond our famous fish, Port City Smokehouse offers a wide array of culinary delights. Our smoked BBQ dinners, featuring tender beef brisket slow-cooked to perfection, are a crowd favorite.
For those who can’t decide, our combined BBQ dinner plates offer a generous mix of brisket, pulled pork, and ribs for the ultimate BBQ experience. Pair these with our award-winning pork sandwich, robust turkey and beef jerky, and you've got a meal to remember. To top it off, our candies and jams, made with fresh, local Leelanau fruits, offer a sweet taste of the region.
SUGAR-MAPLE PERFECTION
COME TASTE EXCELLENCE
EXPERIENCE THE SMOKEHOUSE
Whether you're visiting Frankfort on vacation, passing through, or live in the Benzie area, Port City Smokehouse promises a dining experience that captures the authentic flavors of Northern Michigan.
Since its founding, Port City Smokehouse has proudly upheld the culinary traditions of the Great Lakes, using time-honored techniques like 100% sugar-maple wood smoking. This method, perfected over generations, infuses each fish with a distinctive, rich flavor that sets us apart. Our dedication to preserving these local traditions ensures that every guest experiences a true taste of Northern Michigan’s Big Water flavor, just as it has been enjoyed for decades.
