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Windmill Restaurant

28 West 8th Street, Holland, MI 49423
(616) 392-2726
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Ranked #5 of 113 restaurants in Holland
Cuisines: Diner
Good for: Child-friendly, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
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Cincinnati
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11 reviews 11 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We were sent here by some local folks who said it was a must before leaving Holland. We visited on a busy Saturday morning and there was a line to get in that was there throughout the morning. We ordered one cinnamon roll that was more than large enough for both of us The other breakfast items we had were... More

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Virginia Beach, Virginia
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50 reviews 50 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Went back for the second time this year, getting there on a Sunday at 1:45 and they close at 2. Just as we got to the door one of the waitresses came out and said our party of six was the end of the line so we just made it. As usual the food was great and plentiful. I had... More

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Toledo, Ohio
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26 reviews 26 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Seems like food and service are kind of old school and consistent but not really anything special. also, I was lucky that while I waited to use the restroom another customer alerted me to the lack of tp, which we both informed staff about. after three staffers were made aware I was disappointed no one bothered to address this and... More

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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23 reviews 23 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

I was in town for a meeting and needed a quick lunch that wouldn't break the bank -- but I don't think anything in Holland would...I had a great burger, a cup of chilli, and an ice cold Coke. I sat at the counter with two locals and was waited on by a nice woman with a good sense of... More

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Spring Lake, Michigan, United States
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22 reviews 22 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

I love The Windmill! Even when the line is out the door, I never feel stressed or frustrated. Everyone is in a great mood there - lots of smiles. The cinnamon rolls are amazing, and the hashbrown omelette is to die for...especially with homemade toasted bread. Yum-o!

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Western Michigan
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26 reviews 26 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

Love this busy little old-fashioned diner for delicious breakfasts and lunches! We always get excellent service, and even though there is often a wait, it usually doesn't take long to get a booth or table. Our favorites include the pancakes, hashbrown omelette, eggs and bacon and homemade wheat toast, the burgers (they have a really great southwest burger), and the... More

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Holland, Michigan
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11 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

Our favorite is the hashbrown omlette. The line is usually out the door most mornings but it is well worth the wait.

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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25 reviews 25 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2013 via mobile

Very busy place to eat Saturday and Sunday mornings..During the week it's like the rich families eat there you know the woman with kids there hard working husbands are out working and the woman have no jobs lol..Very friendly place to eat a lot of retired men come here your typical dinner men..Amazing food! Very popular around tulip time and... More

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Canton, Michigan
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2013

This is a gem. The food is so good and the portions big enough to share with family and friends. I can't wait to visit Holland again and try something new on the menu.

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Holland, Michigan, United States
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2012

Love this little hole in the wall diner! Great home grown food and atmosphere! The one drawback to this little gem is they tend to be busy and the place is rather small - but it's worth the wait!

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