‘Every picnic table, bench and grassy knoll’ is dining room for this picnic-focused restaurant - MLive.com
MANISTEE, MI – A picnic-focused restaurant that will take advantage of "every picnic table, bench and grassy knoll" in the area is expected to open this summer in a Northern Michigan beach town. The Outsider will open in July in downtown Manistee. The restaurant by a Grand Rapids investor aims to celebrate food and local recreation. It will include a huge map of every available picnic spot in the area, organizers said. "The Outsider will bring food together with recreation in a way that promotes exploration of Manistee, catering to the needs of outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those seeking a unique and high-quality dining experience," said owner Jon Faber, of Grand Rapids. Located at 457 River St. with views of a large fountain and the Manistee River, The Outsider will feature counter service for a fast-casual experience. Onsite dining will include 80-90 seats on the 4,000-square-foot patio and indoor seating for 30-50 people. There will also be an indoor pi...