Scalawags Whitefish & Chips, Fish restaurant in Mackinaw City, United States.
Scalawags Whitefish & Chips is a fish restaurant in Mackinaw City that focuses on freshwater fish from the Great Lakes, including walleye, perch, and pike. The kitchen uses quality vegetable oils for cooking and emphasizes fresh ingredients delivered daily from regional fisheries.
The owner Brian Parker founded the restaurant in 1992 after working in the hospitality industry, where he gained experience in guest services. The business grew from a desire to bring the culinary heritage of the Great Lakes to a wider audience.
The place connects to the fishing traditions of the region by sourcing from local fishermen and preparing dishes that have been passed down through generations around the Great Lakes. Visitors can taste how the relationship between the water and the kitchen comes alive in every meal.
The restaurant is located downtown and operates from May through October, following the local seasonal rhythm. Visitors can eat in or take their meal away, depending on what works best for them.
The restaurant works directly with regional fisheries to ensure fish arrives in the kitchen the same day it is caught. This daily partnership with fishermen allows it to operate with only the highest quality ingredients.
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