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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Get entered into our monthly giveaway for a $100 RedWater gift card when you leave a review for The Butler on Google, Facebook, Yelp, or TripAdvisor. Leave a review on…


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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

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Hiring Events at The Butler

May 2 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Looking for an exciting new job opportunity? Join the team at The Butler Restaurant in Saugatuck! We’re hiring for front of house, and back of house—with on-the-spot interviews available. Looking…

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Hiring Events at The Butler

May 7 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Looking for an exciting new job opportunity? Join the team at The Butler Restaurant in Saugatuck! We’re hiring for front of house, and back of house—with on-the-spot interviews available. Looking…

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Want A Feast For The Eyes? Check Out Our Instagram Feed!

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Mel 🌟
This month, we’re excited to highlight Mel, one of our incredible Server/Bartenders who joined the Butler team in 2023. Since then, she has become a go-to team member, reliable, hardworking, and always ready to step in wherever needed. 💪

Mel brings such a positive energy into every shift. No matter what kind of day she’s having, she shows up with a smile and an eagerness to learn and grow. Her attitude is contagious, and both our team and guests truly enjoy having her around.

She’s always the first to lend a helping hand and someone you can count on to get the job done and do it well. Simply put, Mel is a true joy to work with. ✨

Here’s what her team has to say:
💬 “Mel has one of the most positive personalities on staff. She’s always ready to go the extra mile for both patrons and staff alike.”
💬 “I have worked with Mel for a few years now and only have nice things to say! She is an absolute joy to be around with a killer work ethic. You can always count on her to show up for her shifts and do a good job.”

Thank you for everything you do, Mel! We truly appreciate you. 💛👏

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🌟 Employee Spotlight: Mel 🌟 This month, we’re excited to highlight Mel, one of our incredible Server/Bartenders who joined the Butler team in 2023. Since then, she has become a go-to team member, reliable, hardworking, and always ready to step in wherever needed. 💪 Mel brings such a positive energy into every shift. No matter what kind of day she’s having, she shows up with a smile and an eagerness to learn and grow. Her attitude is contagious, and both our team and guests truly enjoy having her around. She’s always the first to lend a helping hand and someone you can count on to get the job done and do it well. Simply put, Mel is a true joy to work with. ✨ Here’s what her team has to say: 💬 “Mel has one of the most positive personalities on staff. She’s always ready to go the extra mile for both patrons and staff alike.” 💬 “I have worked with Mel for a few years now and only have nice things to say! She is an absolute joy to be around with a killer work ethic. You can always count on her to show up for her shifts and do a good job.” Thank you for everything you do, Mel! We truly appreciate you. 💛👏

This is your sign to start fresh ⚓✨

Ready for something new? Join the team at The Butler Restaurant in Saugatuck and step into a role that’s more than just a job.

We’re looking for great people to join our front of house, back of house, and internship teams. Stop in for on-the-spot interviews and see where this next chapter could take you.

📅 Hiring Event Dates: April 25 & May 2, 7
⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM
📍 40 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI

Why The Butler?
✨ Competitive pay in a fun, welcoming environment
✨ Flexible scheduling that works for you
✨ Employee discounts at The Butler + select RedWater locations
✨ $250 referral bonus
✨ Opportunities to grow and move up

Apply ahead at RedWater.com/RedWater-Careers or just walk in.
New season. New opportunity. New start.

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This is your sign to start fresh ⚓✨ Ready for something new? Join the team at The Butler Restaurant in Saugatuck and step into a role that’s more than just a job. We’re looking for great people to join our front of house, back of house, and internship teams. Stop in for on-the-spot interviews and see where this next chapter could take you. 📅 Hiring Event Dates: April 25 & May 2, 7 ⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM 📍 40 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI Why The Butler? ✨ Competitive pay in a fun, welcoming environment ✨ Flexible scheduling that works for you ✨ Employee discounts at The Butler + select RedWater locations ✨ $250 referral bonus ✨ Opportunities to grow and move up Apply ahead at RedWater.com/RedWater-Careers or just walk in. New season. New opportunity. New start.

It’s Friday. You made it.
Now let us handle lunch 🍔🥗🍻

Grab your crew, sneak out of work a little early, or just treat yourself. You earned it.

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It’s Friday. You made it. Now let us handle lunch 🍔🥗🍻 Grab your crew, sneak out of work a little early, or just treat yourself. You earned it.

Think warm thoughts… ☀️🍹Spring is here, now we just need Michigan to get the memo.

Patio season is so close. Who’s ready? 🤩

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Think warm thoughts… ☀️🍹Spring is here, now we just need Michigan to get the memo. Patio season is so close. Who’s ready? 🤩

It’s your day—let’s celebrate! 🥳
At The Butler, enjoy 50% off your entrée (up to $20) on your birthday when you dine in. Just bring your ID and we’ll take care of the rest. 🎁🥂 Good eats, great drinks, and birthday vibes guaranteed!
Offer valid only on your birthday. Cannot be combined with other offers.

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It’s your day—let’s celebrate! 🥳 At The Butler, enjoy 50% off your entrée (up to $20) on your birthday when you dine in. Just bring your ID and we’ll take care of the rest. 🎁🥂 Good eats, great drinks, and birthday vibes guaranteed! Offer valid only on your birthday. Cannot be combined with other offers.

Happy Easter from The Butler 🐰🌷 We’re open and celebrating with special Easter features you won’t want to miss:

🍖 Easter Ham – 7oz baked ham with apple sugar glaze, served with loaded mashed potatoes & green beans | $18
🥩 Prime Rib – 12oz slow roasted prime rib topped with au jus, served with loaded mashed potatoes & green beans | $32

Join us for a delicious Easter meal with family and friends—we’ll take care of the rest 💛

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Happy Easter from The Butler 🐰🌷 We’re open and celebrating with special Easter features you won’t want to miss: 🍖 Easter Ham – 7oz baked ham with apple sugar glaze, served with loaded mashed potatoes & green beans | $18 🥩 Prime Rib – 12oz slow roasted prime rib topped with au jus, served with loaded mashed potatoes & green beans | $32 Join us for a delicious Easter meal with family and friends—we’ll take care of the rest 💛

🏀🏆 Get Ready for the Championship! 🏀🏆
March Madness is coming to its epic finale! Join us on 4/6 for the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship and enjoy game-day vibes with these winning specials:

🍽️ $3 off appetizers, specialty cocktails & wine by the glass
🍺 $2 off drafts, seltzers, and Tito’s

Mark your calendars, grab your crew, and get ready for good food, great drinks, and championship energy! 💪

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🏀🏆 Get Ready for the Championship! 🏀🏆 March Madness is coming to its epic finale! Join us on 4/6 for the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship and enjoy game-day vibes with these winning specials: 🍽️ $3 off appetizers, specialty cocktails & wine by the glass 🍺 $2 off drafts, seltzers, and Tito’s Mark your calendars, grab your crew, and get ready for good food, great drinks, and championship energy! 💪

Ready for a new opportunity? Join the team at The Butler Restaurant in Saugatuck! 🌟 ⚓

We’re hiring for front of house, back of house, and internships—with on-the-spot interviews available.

Hiring Event Dates:
📅 April 7, 25
📅 May 2, 7
⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM
📍 40 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI

Why you’ll love working at The Butler:
✔ Competitive pay in a fun, welcoming environment
✔ Flexible scheduling
✔ Employee discounts at The Butler & select RedWater locations
✔ $250 referral bonus
✔ Opportunities for growth and advancement

How to Apply:
Apply online at RedWater.com/RedWater-Careers or fill out an application when you arrive.

If you’re passionate about great food, memorable experiences, and top-notch service, The Butler is the perfect place to start or grow your career. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Ready for a new opportunity? Join the team at The Butler Restaurant in Saugatuck! 🌟 ⚓ We’re hiring for front of house, back of house, and internships—with on-the-spot interviews available. Hiring Event Dates: 📅 April 7, 25 📅 May 2, 7 ⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM 📍 40 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI Why you’ll love working at The Butler: ✔ Competitive pay in a fun, welcoming environment ✔ Flexible scheduling ✔ Employee discounts at The Butler & select RedWater locations ✔ $250 referral bonus ✔ Opportunities for growth and advancement How to Apply: Apply online at RedWater.com/RedWater-Careers or fill out an application when you arrive. If you’re passionate about great food, memorable experiences, and top-notch service, The Butler is the perfect place to start or grow your career. We can’t wait to meet you!

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Mel 🌟
This month, we’re excited to highlight Mel, one of our incredible Server/Bartenders who joined the Butler team in 2023. Since then, she has become a go-to team member, reliable, hardworking, and always ready to step in wherever needed. 💪

Mel brings such a positive energy into every shift. No matter what kind of day she’s having, she shows up with a smile and an eagerness to learn and grow. Her attitude is contagious, and both our team and guests truly enjoy having her around.

She’s always the first to lend a helping hand and someone you can count on to get the job done and do it well. Simply put, Mel is a true joy to work with. ✨

Here’s what her team has to say:
💬 “Mel has one of the most positive personalities on staff. She’s always ready to go the extra mile for both patrons and staff alike.”
💬 “I have worked with Mel for a few years now and only have nice things to say! She is an absolute joy to be around with a killer work ethic. You can always count on her to show up for her shifts and do a good job.”

Thank you for everything you do, Mel! We truly appreciate you. 💛👏

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🌟 Employee Spotlight: Mel 🌟 This month, we’re excited to highlight Mel, one of our incredible Server/Bartenders who joined the Butler team in 2023. Since then, she has become a go-to team member, reliable, hardworking, and always ready to step in wherever needed. 💪 Mel brings such a positive energy into every shift. No matter what kind of day she’s having, she shows up with a smile and an eagerness to learn and grow. Her attitude is contagious, and both our team and guests truly enjoy having her around. She’s always the first to lend a helping hand and someone you can count on to get the job done and do it well. Simply put, Mel is a true joy to work with. ✨ Here’s what her team has to say: 💬 “Mel has one of the most positive personalities on staff. She’s always ready to go the extra mile for both patrons and staff alike.” 💬 “I have worked with Mel for a few years now and only have nice things to say! She is an absolute joy to be around with a killer work ethic. You can always count on her to show up for her shifts and do a good job.” Thank you for everything you do, Mel! We truly appreciate you. 💛👏

This is your sign to start fresh ⚓✨

Ready for something new? Join the team at The Butler Restaurant in Saugatuck and step into a role that’s more than just a job.

We’re looking for great people to join our front of house, back of house, and internship teams. Stop in for on-the-spot interviews and see where this next chapter could take you.

📅 Hiring Event Dates: April 25 & May 2, 7
⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM
📍 40 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI

Why The Butler?
✨ Competitive pay in a fun, welcoming environment
✨ Flexible scheduling that works for you
✨ Employee discounts at The Butler + select RedWater locations
✨ $250 referral bonus
✨ Opportunities to grow and move up

Apply ahead at RedWater.com/RedWater-Careers or just walk in.
New season. New opportunity. New start.

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Open post by the_butler_restaurant with ID 18447398221115936
This is your sign to start fresh ⚓✨ Ready for something new? Join the team at The Butler Restaurant in Saugatuck and step into a role that’s more than just a job. We’re looking for great people to join our front of house, back of house, and internship teams. Stop in for on-the-spot interviews and see where this next chapter could take you. 📅 Hiring Event Dates: April 25 & May 2, 7 ⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM 📍 40 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI Why The Butler? ✨ Competitive pay in a fun, welcoming environment ✨ Flexible scheduling that works for you ✨ Employee discounts at The Butler + select RedWater locations ✨ $250 referral bonus ✨ Opportunities to grow and move up Apply ahead at RedWater.com/RedWater-Careers or just walk in. New season. New opportunity. New start.

It’s Friday. You made it.
Now let us handle lunch 🍔🥗🍻

Grab your crew, sneak out of work a little early, or just treat yourself. You earned it.

6 0
Open post by the_butler_restaurant with ID 18110850940646645
It’s Friday. You made it. Now let us handle lunch 🍔🥗🍻 Grab your crew, sneak out of work a little early, or just treat yourself. You earned it.

Think warm thoughts… ☀️🍹Spring is here, now we just need Michigan to get the memo.

Patio season is so close. Who’s ready? 🤩

48 1
Open post by the_butler_restaurant with ID 18065638034460242
Think warm thoughts… ☀️🍹Spring is here, now we just need Michigan to get the memo. Patio season is so close. Who’s ready? 🤩

It’s your day—let’s celebrate! 🥳
At The Butler, enjoy 50% off your entrée (up to $20) on your birthday when you dine in. Just bring your ID and we’ll take care of the rest. 🎁🥂 Good eats, great drinks, and birthday vibes guaranteed!
Offer valid only on your birthday. Cannot be combined with other offers.

1 0
Open post by the_butler_restaurant with ID 18101217964984255
It’s your day—let’s celebrate! 🥳 At The Butler, enjoy 50% off your entrée (up to $20) on your birthday when you dine in. Just bring your ID and we’ll take care of the rest. 🎁🥂 Good eats, great drinks, and birthday vibes guaranteed! Offer valid only on your birthday. Cannot be combined with other offers.

Happy Easter from The Butler 🐰🌷 We’re open and celebrating with special Easter features you won’t want to miss:

🍖 Easter Ham – 7oz baked ham with apple sugar glaze, served with loaded mashed potatoes & green beans | $18
🥩 Prime Rib – 12oz slow roasted prime rib topped with au jus, served with loaded mashed potatoes & green beans | $32

Join us for a delicious Easter meal with family and friends—we’ll take care of the rest 💛

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Open post by the_butler_restaurant with ID 17923268310276659
Happy Easter from The Butler 🐰🌷 We’re open and celebrating with special Easter features you won’t want to miss: 🍖 Easter Ham – 7oz baked ham with apple sugar glaze, served with loaded mashed potatoes & green beans | $18 🥩 Prime Rib – 12oz slow roasted prime rib topped with au jus, served with loaded mashed potatoes & green beans | $32 Join us for a delicious Easter meal with family and friends—we’ll take care of the rest 💛

🏀🏆 Get Ready for the Championship! 🏀🏆
March Madness is coming to its epic finale! Join us on 4/6 for the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship and enjoy game-day vibes with these winning specials:

🍽️ $3 off appetizers, specialty cocktails & wine by the glass
🍺 $2 off drafts, seltzers, and Tito’s

Mark your calendars, grab your crew, and get ready for good food, great drinks, and championship energy! 💪

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Open post by the_butler_restaurant with ID 18526643374072022
🏀🏆 Get Ready for the Championship! 🏀🏆 March Madness is coming to its epic finale! Join us on 4/6 for the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship and enjoy game-day vibes with these winning specials: 🍽️ $3 off appetizers, specialty cocktails & wine by the glass 🍺 $2 off drafts, seltzers, and Tito’s Mark your calendars, grab your crew, and get ready for good food, great drinks, and championship energy! 💪

Ready for a new opportunity? Join the team at The Butler Restaurant in Saugatuck! 🌟 ⚓

We’re hiring for front of house, back of house, and internships—with on-the-spot interviews available.

Hiring Event Dates:
📅 April 7, 25
📅 May 2, 7
⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM
📍 40 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI

Why you’ll love working at The Butler:
✔ Competitive pay in a fun, welcoming environment
✔ Flexible scheduling
✔ Employee discounts at The Butler & select RedWater locations
✔ $250 referral bonus
✔ Opportunities for growth and advancement

How to Apply:
Apply online at RedWater.com/RedWater-Careers or fill out an application when you arrive.

If you’re passionate about great food, memorable experiences, and top-notch service, The Butler is the perfect place to start or grow your career. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Open post by the_butler_restaurant with ID 17873676768579724
Ready for a new opportunity? Join the team at The Butler Restaurant in Saugatuck! 🌟 ⚓ We’re hiring for front of house, back of house, and internships—with on-the-spot interviews available. Hiring Event Dates: 📅 April 7, 25 📅 May 2, 7 ⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM 📍 40 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI Why you’ll love working at The Butler: ✔ Competitive pay in a fun, welcoming environment ✔ Flexible scheduling ✔ Employee discounts at The Butler & select RedWater locations ✔ $250 referral bonus ✔ Opportunities for growth and advancement How to Apply: Apply online at RedWater.com/RedWater-Careers or fill out an application when you arrive. If you’re passionate about great food, memorable experiences, and top-notch service, The Butler is the perfect place to start or grow your career. We can’t wait to meet you!