A Saugatuck Tradition, 60 Years & Counting
The Butler has been a staple of casual waterfront and outdoor dining in downtown Saugatuck for more than 60 years. Enjoy fresh seafood and classic American fare (including our famous Butler Burger) by dining with us, ordering takeout, or ordering delivery today.
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Birthday Special
Enjoy half off your entree—up to a $20 value—on your special day at The Butler. (Dine-in only. Only valid on birthday with driver’s license or birth certificate. Not valid in…
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Firefighter & Police Officer Discount
25% off food for active firefighters and police officers. (Dine-in only. Only valid for the individual. Not valid in combination with other offers.)
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Historic Charm with Lakefront Views
Our building has been a Saugatuck landmark since 1892. Enjoy the charm of our historic former inn while digging into some delicious seafood and modern American cuisine. Soak up spectacular views of Lake Kalamazoo harbor, boardwalk, and boats while dining on our deck.
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Join Our Team
Established in 1961, The Butler has deep roots in the Saugatuck and Douglas community. This historic former inn turned family-run eatery serves as one of the oldest restaurants in Saugatuck and is now part of the RedWater Restaurants family.
Whether you’re looking for a part-time job or a career in the hospitality industry, there is no better team to join than RedWater! Join us in carrying on The Butler tradition of remarkable food, service, and hospitality on the lakeshore.
RedWater Benefits
- Positive, team-oriented workplace with great growth opportunities
- Flexible scheduling with both part-time and full-time positions
- Competitive compensation
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan for eligible employees
- Healthcare benefits for full-time employees
- Discounts at all RedWater restaurants
- RedWater Fitness discounts
Inquire for full details about RedWater's employee benefits.
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Father’s Day looks better by the water 🌊
Gather with family, enjoy the view, and celebrate Dad with a meal made for slowing down and staying awhile.
Gray skies call for good food and staying a little longer ☁️✨
When the weather slows down, The Butler is the kind of place to lean into it. A warm meal, a full table, and nowhere else to be.
See you inside.
Dear Summer, we’re ready. ☀️😎
Join us on the patio at The Butler for some of the prettiest views in Saugatuck.
A Butler classic for a reason. ✨🦀
Crab Stuffed Mushroom Caps, filled with house-made lump crab stuffing, drizzled with garlic butter, topped with a four-cheese blend, and baked until perfectly golden. The kind of starter that somehow becomes everyone’s favorite bite.
POV: You finally blocked off time for what matters. 🍹☀️
June birthdays, this one`s for you! 🎂 🎉
Celebrate your special day at The Butler and enjoy 50% off your entrée (up to $20) when you dine in on your birthday. Gather your favorite people, order the meal you`ve been craving, and raise a glass to another trip around the sun.
Summer birthdays deserve something extra. 😎
Valid on your birthday only. Dine-in only. Cannot be combined with other offers.
Some people call it an appetizer. We call it a necessity. 🍤😏
Lunch, wrapped and ready. 🥬🐟🥓
Our Smoked Salmon BLT Wrap features smoked salmon, bacon, romaine, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, banana peppers, and shaved parmesan tossed in lemon chive aioli, served cold in a spinach wrap.
Bold flavors, bright ingredients, and plenty to love. 🔥🍗
Our Peruvian Chicken features marinated grilled chicken breasts served over Peruvian-style orzo with onions, red and green peppers, finished with a creamy cilantro jalapeño sauce.
In our dreams, you’re enjoying sunshine, lake views, and cocktails on our patio. 🍹 😎
From stacked classics to bold, flavor-packed favorites, we’ve got a burger for every kind of appetite. Juicy, fresh, and made to order, each one served up just the way you like it. 🍔🔥
Whether you’re keeping it simple or going all-in, there’s no wrong choice… just a really good one.
Father’s Day looks better by the water 🌊
Gather with family, enjoy the view, and celebrate Dad with a meal made for slowing down and staying awhile.
Gray skies call for good food and staying a little longer ☁️✨
When the weather slows down, The Butler is the kind of place to lean into it. A warm meal, a full table, and nowhere else to be.
See you inside.
Dear Summer, we’re ready. ☀️😎
Join us on the patio at The Butler for some of the prettiest views in Saugatuck.
A Butler classic for a reason. ✨🦀
Crab Stuffed Mushroom Caps, filled with house-made lump crab stuffing, drizzled with garlic butter, topped with a four-cheese blend, and baked until perfectly golden. The kind of starter that somehow becomes everyone’s favorite bite.
POV: You finally blocked off time for what matters. 🍹☀️
June birthdays, this one`s for you! 🎂 🎉
Celebrate your special day at The Butler and enjoy 50% off your entrée (up to $20) when you dine in on your birthday. Gather your favorite people, order the meal you`ve been craving, and raise a glass to another trip around the sun.
Summer birthdays deserve something extra. 😎
Valid on your birthday only. Dine-in only. Cannot be combined with other offers.
Some people call it an appetizer. We call it a necessity. 🍤😏
Lunch, wrapped and ready. 🥬🐟🥓
Our Smoked Salmon BLT Wrap features smoked salmon, bacon, romaine, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, banana peppers, and shaved parmesan tossed in lemon chive aioli, served cold in a spinach wrap.
Bold flavors, bright ingredients, and plenty to love. 🔥🍗
Our Peruvian Chicken features marinated grilled chicken breasts served over Peruvian-style orzo with onions, red and green peppers, finished with a creamy cilantro jalapeño sauce.
In our dreams, you’re enjoying sunshine, lake views, and cocktails on our patio. 🍹 😎
From stacked classics to bold, flavor-packed favorites, we’ve got a burger for every kind of appetite. Juicy, fresh, and made to order, each one served up just the way you like it. 🍔🔥
Whether you’re keeping it simple or going all-in, there’s no wrong choice… just a really good one.
