Mr Twister
Near the lakeA near-lake roadside diner and ice cream stop in Ten Mile that has been feeding the same families across generations.
Mr. Twister has been around long enough that people bring their kids to the same place they ate as children, which is the kind of tenure that does not happen unless the kitchen stays reliable. The burgers, hamburger steak, and the ice cream are the three things that come up most often and most consistently. The onion rings are the specific side item that earns unprompted praise; the onion inside is perfectly cooked and easy to bite through cleanly. The turkey sandwich, the chicken tender dinner, and the club sandwich all earn name-checks.
The ice cream side of the operation is a legitimate draw on its own. The banana split is made in the traditional format, served in old-fashioned glassware, and the milkshakes are called out for both flavor and texture. Motorcyclists, campers from nearby campgrounds, and people driving through Ten Mile specifically stop for the ice cream counter. The banana bread is available by the loaf for take-home.
The service is warm and the ownership is hospitable. The kitchen can occasionally run low on popular items on busy days, including chicken and ham; if you have a specific plan, calling ahead is worth it. This is a near-lake spot: 334 meters from the water, on the road to the marina corridor in Ten Mile.
Tips
- The onion rings are the right side order; they are made properly.
- Come for the banana split even if you do not stay for a meal; the ice cream counter is a destination.
- Closed Tuesdays.
- Saturday and Sunday open at 9 AM; weekdays open at 11 AM.
- Call ahead if you are planning a chicken-specific order on a busy day; the kitchen can run out.
What people love
- Hamburger steak that earns repeat visits.
- Onion rings with a properly cooked interior, praised specifically.
- The banana split and milkshake counter, served in traditional old-fashioned glassware.
- A service culture that is genuinely warm and hospitable.
- Generational loyalty; people who grew up eating here now bring their own kids.
What to know
- The kitchen can run out of popular items (chicken, ham) on busy days; call ahead if you have a specific plan.
- This is a simple American roadside diner; the experience is comfort food, not culinary ambition.
- Near the lake but not on it; it is a practical stop before or after water activities in Ten Mile.
Best time
Weekday lunch when the kitchen is fully stocked and the dining room is manageable. Saturday and Sunday for the 9 AM opening and the ice cream counter on a morning boat trip.
First visit
Order the hamburger steak or a burger with the onion rings, and end with the banana split.
With kids
The ice cream counter is the main event for younger visitors. The diner format is genuinely family-friendly, with menu basics that suit every age.
Signature items
- Hamburger Steak
- Onion Rings
- Banana Split
- Milkshakes
Location
Frequently asked
When is Mr Twister open?
Open Monday, Wednesday through Sunday; closed Tuesdays. Weekday hours 11 AM to 7 PM; Saturday and Sunday open at 9 AM.
Is Mr Twister good for families with kids?
The ice cream counter is the main event for younger visitors. The diner format is genuinely family-friendly, with menu basics that suit every age.
How do I get to Mr Twister?
Order the hamburger steak or a burger with the onion rings, and end with the banana split.
What should I order at Mr Twister?
The signature orders are Hamburger Steak, Onion Rings, Banana Split.
What should I know before visiting Mr Twister?
The kitchen can run out of popular items (chicken, ham) on busy days; call ahead if you have a specific plan.
Last updated: April 30, 2026