Gino's Surf: A Lakeside Culinary Gem in Harrison Township

I recently had the pleasure of returning to Gino's Surfs, and I must say, it was just as delightful as I remembered from my childhood. Visiting on Easter Sunday turned out to be a wonderful choice, as the restaurant wasn't overly busy, allowing for a relaxed dining experience. The appetizers were a standout; they were delicious and set the tone for the meal. I opted for the chicken basket with gravy, and it was fantastic—perfectly cooked and flavorful. However, I did encounter a slight inconsistency with the filet I ordered. It had a peculiar burnt taste, which was surprising since it wasn't actually burnt. Despite that, it didn't overshadow the overall enjoyment of the meal. The best part? The view! The scenery added an extra layer of charm to the experience, making it a perfect spot for a leisurely meal. Overall, Gino's Surfs continues to be a gem, and I look forward to returning again soon. Highly recommended!

What a gem they have created at Gino's. The only regret is that I wasn't there at night but regardless our lunch was yummy and entertaining. We sat at the outdoor tiki bar amidst the umbrella strewn patio right on the lake. We met the bar tender Mark who delighted us with his craft cocktail creations and confidence in our menu selections. We had the mussels to start and shared their Cobb and a Detroit pizza duh! Anyway the place has a massisive patio with some Killer live music and an indoor dining room that looks like the beat places on the gold coast. Make the trip!

Went to Gino’s Surf for a birthday lunch/brunch. I was hesitant because of some of the reviews but wanted water view not canal. Our experience was amazing! We were seated quickly on the patio and our waitress Alana was great throughout the meal, our food and drinks came quickly and all 4 meals were delicious. Had the homemade corn beef hash, husband had potato latke Benedict which he said was amazing, Italian panini with crispy fries and a fried chicken sandwich everyone loved their meals, Bloody Mary needed a bit more kick but was decent, Cole slaw was a bit bland but all 4 of us loved our meals and had a great time, view is wonderful .

Our first time, Friendly staff our waitress was excellent had a couple things come out wrong and she was on top of it got it corrected and the manager checked on us as well, absolutely no complaints with the staff! The food was good, my rib eye was more med well, but was still good, 20 oz so had left overs for lunch, lol. The restaurant was clean, has a bar area, and a eating area, wanted a window view but other parties were reserved, you can make reservations, they have a patio area, was too cold the day we went so we will be back to try the patio and pizza. Menu has a variety to select from.

This place is practically my childhood. I had family events here, and my favorite part was always the lakeside view. When this place closed, I was devastated. When I was praising through Facebook and saw an article that it reopened, it was a goal of mine to go and actually dine there, as an adult. My husband surprised me today with having lunch there. For the record, absolutely delicious. We ordered the Chicken and Spinach Gratin, and it was a perfect appetizer for two people to split. It was cheesy and had fresh spinach inside. I also ate the New England Clam Chowder l, and I have to say it was the best soup I ever had. This was not some soup from a buffet where you're fishing to get the vegetables and clams from the cauldron. You can taste the vegetables and the clams in every bite. The best part, the clam chowder did not have the "fishy" aroma. The Gino's Burger took me by surprise. The burger was not only large in portion, but made from prime rib and brisket, so the quality was epic. As for the Fish and Chips.... Whoa.... For the record, it is very hard for me to find a decent fish and chip in a restaurant. When I say decent, one that is not frozen and fried. The fish was fresh, the batter was light and crispy, and the fries were perfectly seasoned. The best part of the experience, I got the see the lakeside view, once again. I absolutely recommend going to this restaurant. The service will not disappoint either. I can't wait to return and pass my memories and my experience to my children.

Not just another waterfront bar! Gino’s Surf serves up tasty food alongside a beautiful view. We enjoyed sitting out on the patio during a live music night. Our server was attentive and friendly and made several recommendations throughout the evening that our table thought were spot on!