Changes are boosting Port Huron region businesses

A new fashion boutique, new restaurants and more are places to explore in the Blue Water region in 2018.

Laura Lyon of Papaya Branch Boutique.
Heather Turner – Laura Lyon of Papaya Branch Boutique.
Heather Turner –
Nathan and Maggie Bottenfield of Exquisite Corpse Coffehouse
Heather Turner – Nathan and Maggie Bottenfield of Exquisite Corpse Coffehouse
Patrons enjoy coffee at The Exquisite Corpse Coffee House
Heather Turner – Patrons enjoy coffee at The Exquisite Corpse Coffee House
Flaming food is part of the experience at Tokyo.
Heather Turner – Flaming food is part of the experience at Tokyo.
Chefs at Tokyo create a show while making dinner.
Heather Turner – Chefs at Tokyo create a show while making dinner.
A chef prepares sushi at Blackfish.
Heather Turner – A chef prepares sushi at Blackfish.
Sushi is a fan favorite at the new Blackfish Seafood, Steak and Sushi
Heather Turner – Sushi is a fan favorite at the new Blackfish Seafood, Steak and Sushi
Gander Mountain will re-open as Gander Outdoors in late spring
Heather Turner – Gander Mountain will re-open as Gander Outdoors in late spring

As the Port Huron region continues to grow and be a strong spot for development, we wanted to point out a few new, or recently changed businesses that are worth stopping by.

The Exquisite Corpse Coffee House

410 Water St., Port Huron

8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday

8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday

Closed Sunday

Nathan and Maggie Bottenfield recently took over the reins at this Port Huron coffee shop.

Customers will notice a few changes, like a local menu. But, great coffee and conversation remain the same. The two are dedicated to providing the highest quality coffee and gets its beans from a location in Wixom.

Papaya Branch Boutique

326 Superior Mall, Port Huron

10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday

11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday

Fashion lovers will appreciate having another small shop to check out trendy, unique clothing for women of all sizes. Owner Laura Lyon, features new pieces daily ons social media. The store began online only, and Lyon opened the brick-and-mortar shop in December.

Blackfish Seafood, Steak and Sushi

400 Quay St, Port Huron

11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday

11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday

Noon to 9 p.m. Sunday

A chef prepares sushi at Blackfish.
A chef prepares sushi at Blackfish.

Once home to the Huron Athletic Club, this restaurant changed over in November. Sushi lovers can expect the same top-quality pieces and other patrons will have a variety of entrees to choose from.The restaurant gets rave reviews from visitors. Don’t shy away from giving this place a shot.

Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi

4095 24th Ave., Fort Gratiot Twp.

11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday

11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday

Noon to 10 p.m. Saturday

Noon to 8 pm. Sunday

Those looking for a Japanese-style dinner and an entertaining show should drop by Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi in Fort Gratiot. Cooked around a large hibachi grill, guests will love watching chefs cook their meals at the table, adding in some flashy knife skills. Each chef performs the show a little differently, so each experience will be a little bit different.

Chefs at Tokyo create a show while making dinner.
Chefs at Tokyo create a show while making dinner.

The Anchor Point Bistro

201 Riverview Ave, St. Clair (inside War Water Brewery)

4 to 9 p.m. Thursday

4 to 10 p.m. Friday

Noon to 10 p.m. Saturday

Noon to 7 p.m. Sunday

Just opening this month, Anchor Point Bistro is focusing on a fresh, limited menu. Offering healthy alternatives to its patrons. The restaurant is open Thursday through Sunday.

Gander Outdoors

4055 24th Ave. Fort Gratiot

Hours: To Be Determined

The outdoor store, Gander Mountain closed its doors in 2017, but is coming back soon. New owners are bringing it back as Gander Outdoors in late spring. About 70 others are slated to re-open in the coming months.

 

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