Stafford's Weathervane's Colossal Pretzel

Tastemaker

April 6, 2024

Charlevoix residents are counting down the days until May 23, aka the planned completion of the seven-month bascule bridge project. With the bulk of the work and a few March closures in the rearview, now’s the time to drive over the blue bridge to visit Stafford’s Weathervane. While the menu has plenty of tempting entrees (plus daily specials like Taco Tuesday), no visit is complete without the Colossal Pretzel ($15). This big treat was introduced back in spring 2023, and it’s been a hit on the small plates side of the menu ever since. This is your classic salty, soft-baked pretzel complete with dipping choices of white cheddar cheese sauce or whole grain mustard. Made for sharing…unless you want to keep it to yourself. Find it at 106 Pine River Lane in Charlevoix. (231) 547-431; staffordsweathervane.com

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