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Ida Red's Cottage

4.4(523)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 523 reviews (Google rating)Breakfast Spot$$
(269) 455-9834 Directions saugatuck.com

Quick facts

Ida Red's Cottage is a breakfast spot at 645 Water St in Saugatuck, MI, open Sun–Sat from undefined. Call +1269-455-9834 for details.

Address
645 Water St, Saugatuck, MI 49453
Phone
+1269-455-9834
Hours today
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Price
$$

About Ida Red's Cottage

Ida Red's Cottage is a breakfast spot at 645 Water St in Saugatuck, MI, serving breakfast and lunch since 1986. Its warm, homey setting has a casual, cozy feel, with covered outdoor seating as well as indoor seating. Breakfast is a particular focus, and brunch, lunch, and dessert are also available. The offerings include coffee, comfort food, small plates, vegetarian options, and healthy choices. Both counter service and table service are listed, along with dine-in and takeout.

The restaurant welcomes families, children, and LGBTQ guests, and is popular with tourists and suitable for solo dining. High chairs are available, and the entrance, parking, restroom, and seating are listed as wheelchair accessible. Free street parking is an option. Expect that there is usually a wait; reservations are not accepted. Delivery is not available. Ida Red's Cottage has a Google rating of 4.4 from 523 reviews.

Known for

  • Breakfast and lunch since 1986
  • Warm, homey atmosphere
  • Covered outdoor seating
  • Notable coffee
  • Vegetarian and comfort-food options

Popular times

Typical visit volume reported by Google.

Thu

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 16 of 100, 9a: 29 of 100, 10a: 37 of 100, 11a: 41 of 100, 12p: 34 of 100, 1p: 24 of 100, 2p: 0 of 100, 3p: 0 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Fri

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 32 of 100, 9a: 47 of 100, 10a: 53 of 100, 11a: 48 of 100, 12p: 38 of 100, 1p: 24 of 100, 2p: 0 of 100, 3p: 0 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sat

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 62 of 100, 9a: 85 of 100, 10a: 100 of 100, 11a: 83 of 100, 12p: 62 of 100, 1p: 43 of 100, 2p: 0 of 100, 3p: 0 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sun

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 50 of 100, 9a: 67 of 100, 10a: 84 of 100, 11a: 91 of 100, 12p: 84 of 100, 1p: 57 of 100, 2p: 0 of 100, 3p: 0 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Google rating breakdown

525 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

  • 5★381
  • 4★77
  • 3★19
  • 2★17
  • 1★31

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

  • wait time×25
  • french toast×18
  • muffin×17
  • scrambles×11
  • cash only×10
  • outdoor seating×10
  • corn cakes×4
  • cottage fries×4
  • fresh squeezed oj×4
  • asparagus scramble×3

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What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “good food, great service, adorable environment, great place for locals and out of town visitors. Indoor and outdoor seating- open year round.”

    — Tara Yono, September 25, 2026 · google

  • “While this is a great breakfast place with amazing home baked muffins, we were very disappointed to arrive this morning to find it closed for the season after Labor Day for the first time in the 10 years we’ve been visiting from the othe…”

    — Jen Laidlaw, September 10, 2026 · google

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Ida Red's Cottage — frequently asked

Is Ida Red's Cottage open on Mondays?
No — Ida Red's Cottage is closed on Mondays.
Where is Ida Red's Cottage?
Ida Red's Cottage is at 645 Water St, Saugatuck, MI 49453.
How expensive is Ida Red's Cottage?
Google lists Ida Red's Cottage in the $$ price range for breakfast spots in Saugatuck, MI.
What is the phone number for Ida Red's Cottage?
You can reach Ida Red's Cottage on +1269-455-9834.

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