- Who owns Redamak’s?
- How long has Redamak’s been around?
- What is your specialty?
- What is the secret to your burgers?
- Why isn’t coffee served?
- How many pounds of meat / patties do you use per year?
- When do you open for the season?
- What are your hours?
- Do you close for the winter?
- What do you do in the winter?
- Will Redamak’s ever open in the winter?
- How many customers do you seat?
- I can’t find my kids?
- How long is the wait?
- Why are we introducing Customer Coaster pagers?
- Do you book private parties?
- Do you take debit/credit cards?
- Do you have an allergy list?
- Do you have Gluten Fee options?
- Do you take reservations?
- Can I dine in with my carryout order?
- Do you recommend any area websites?
Who owns Redamak’s?
The current owners are Charles B. Maroney and James L. Maroney, who along with their parents have owned Redamak’s since 1975. Both are still active in the business. For more information on the history of Redamak’s, click here.
How long has Redamak’s been around?
Original owners, George and Gladys Redamak, started the business in 1946. The Maroney family bought the business on July 15, 1975. For more information on the history of Redamak’s, click here.
The hamburger that made New Buffalo, Michigan famous!!™
Our hamburger meat is cut, ground, and pattied in our meat cutting room three to five days a week, depending on the time of the season.
What is the secret to your burgers?
Honestly, there is no real tangible secret ingredient. Quality of products, affordable menu, atmosphere, service, dedicated employees, and years of tradition all play their part in our secret ingredient.
Why isn’t coffee served?For years, Redamak’s was known as a “tavern” that served some food. George and Gladys felt that coffee would not compliment the alcohol service, as that was the primary focus of the business at that time. In addition, the original building was very congested and had many youngsters running around; safety with hot beverages was therefore a concern. But we do offer many other drinks – click here to access our menu.
How many pounds of meat / patties do you use per year?
For the year 2022, we cut approximately 68,000 lbs.*
For the year 2024, we cut approximately 72,000 lbs.*
For the year 2025, we cut approximately 70,000 lbs.*
* Statistics based on individual patties; approximately three to a pound.
When do you open for the season?
Early March.
What are your hours? Click here for location, hours and directions.
Yes. This gives the staff an opportunity to share valuable time with their families, while the building and its mechanicals can be cleaned up, maintained, and repaired or replaced.
What do you do in the winter?Get caught up on much needed rest, visit with family and friends, and enjoy quiet time, which doesn’t last long. Before you know it, February 1 is just around the corner, and facility cleanup and preparation starts all over again.
Will Redamak’s ever open in the winter?
At this time, it is unlikely, mainly because we hold only a 10-month resort liquor license. Technically, we could extend the season through the months of November and December, but would have to close in January and February by law.
How many customers do you seat?
Approximately 370:
Indoor seating accommodates 190 patrons.
Our “four-seasons” porch accommodates up to 180 patrons.
Have you checked our game room? We have a game room in the front of our restaurant. Chances are good that your kids are there – playing one of our many video games! Click here to learn more about Kid Friendly Fun at Redamak’s.
How long is the wait? On average, 15 to 20 minutes, but that truly depends upon the size of the party, the day, time of the week, and time of year if the porch is open. Generally there is no wait at all.
Why are we introducing Customer Coaster pagers?
Moving from the antiquated plastic number and loud speaker paging system we are confident the new coaster system will lessen the “Noise Pollution” along with assisting customers to be sat in a more efficient manner here at Redamak’s!
Not at the moment.
Do you take debit/credit cards?
Not currently, however we have 2 ATM’s in the building
We have an allergy book that lists all the products we use in the building. Make sure to alert your server and they will help you with any allergy needs.
Do you have Gluten Free options
We have a separate Gluten Free Menu. Ask a host and they will set you up with one.
No, we also don’t allow call ahead seating. Larger parties generally have longer wait times. Please be prepared for this. We have a first come first serve policy. (We also ask that your whole party is here upon being seated.)
Can I dine in with my carryout order?
Unfortunately, no. This is unfair to our staff and other guests.
Do you recommend any area websites?
There is so much in Harbor County to enjoy, but here are a few sites to help make your visit even better!
South Shore Train
Electric rail service between Chicago and South Bend
www.nictd.com
Amtrak
Passenger rail service, stopping in New Buffalo
www.amtrak.com
Harbor County
Area Tourism site featuring many fine events
www.harborcountry.org
Fruit Picking
Enjoy the finest Michigan fruits
www.pickyourown.org/MI.htm