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14 Fresh Places to Eat, Drink, Play & Stay This Summer

5/10/2022

Executive chef Rick Bower first encountered the principles of sustainable fine dining at the age of 15, through a high school program. His passion for acting locally to protect delicate ecosystems globally is directly reflected in his menu at Coast 236 Restaurant and Bar in the Lake Michigan town of Saugatuck.

Coast 236 featured on Grand Rapids Business Journal

12/6/2021

Coast 236 honored by James Beard Foundation as Smart Catch Leader

The Saugatuck restaurant has been recognized for its commitment to sustainable seafood sourcing. Saugatuck’s Coast 236 Restaurant & Bar was recognized by the James Beard Foundation as a Smart Catch Leader.

Coast 236 is a James Beard Foundation Smart Catch Leader

12/2/2021

Yellowfin Tuna Crudo・citrus, shallot, fried caper, EVOO, micro cilantro

At Coast 236, we are passionate about responsible food sourcing and creating sustainable cuisine. Our sustainable fish purchasing program provides guests with an enhanced dining experience, and contributes to the Saugatuck community in a responsible way. We are honored that the James Beard Foundation has recognized Chef Rick Bower as a Smart Catch Leader in 2021, again in 2022, and 2023 — and now as a Smart Catch Ambassador (their highest recognition) in 2023, as a result of these efforts to promote sustainability through our menu and philosophy.

Coast 236 featured on Grand Rapids Magazine

10/14/2021

Saugatuck restaurant launches dinner series with food, wine pairings

The Saugatuck restaurant Coast 236 is launching a dinner series that will feature visiting chefs and food and wine pairings made specially for the events.

Coast 236, at 236 Culver St. in Saugatuck, said it will host the first event in “The Coast 236 Chef Series” at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, with six courses made by Chef Reinhard Barthel Jr. and Coast 236’s Executive Chef Rick Bower, alongside six wine selections from Sommelier Mindy Trafman.

“The Coast 236 Chef Series” Kicks Off Saturday, October 16 with Acclaimed Chef Reinhard Barthel, Jr.

9/20/2021

Exclusive, ongoing dinner series will feature delicious food & wine pairings
prepared by Executive Chef Rick Bower and a rotating list of renowned visiting chefs

Coast 236 featured on WoodTV's eightWest Taste

9/14/2021

Exploring excellent eateries in Saugatuck and Douglas

They love the Saugatuck-Douglas area on eightWest. There are so many different fun places to explore, especially places that serve food! Coast 236 and Isabel’s Market & Eatery are just two of the amazing restaurants located in the Saugatuck-Douglas area. Mary Fechtig, co-owner of both businesses, joins WoodTV eight West to talk about what they offer!