A new restaurant is brewing near the Algonac Harbor Club on the St. Clair River.
Zef’s On The Lake is a new project coming to Algonac, replacing the former Port O Call restaurant at 1999 Pointe Tremble Road. This will be both a bar and restaurant serving American cuisine. Owner Donny Palushaj told What Now Detroit he and the team are hoping to open at the end of April, with a grand opening in May.
“Sitting right on the water, Zefs on the Lake promises great food, beautiful views, and unforgettable moments with friends and family,” says a recent post from Zef’s.
The menu has not yet been released but it promises “awesome food” from a recent post. Sandwiches and burgers can be expected, along with drinks like beer and cocktails. It will be similar to Port O Call, known as a tiki bar serving sandwiches and small bites.
It is unclear when exactly Port O Call closed down, but their last Facebook post was on June 1, 2023 announcing specials on drinks. The space became a popular spot on the river, featuring live entertainment. It was inside the Algonac Harbor Club, and in 2019 owners Kevin and Debbie Kosciolek took over the space to open the restaurant.
The new owner, Palushaj, has past experience in restaurants around Detroit. When contacted, Palushaj was not available for further comment.
The dock is situated at the bend of the St. Clair River and south of Port Huron, right at the Canadian border. This is on the south side of Port Tremble Road, across the street from chains like Taco Bell, McDonald’s and Hungry Howie’s Pizza. Chef Lee’s Bang Bang cafe and Catch 22 Bistro are just west of the location.
For more information on Zef’s On The Lake and the official opening date, visit their Facebook page.
