MACKINAWS - What's in a name?

Whenever we choose a name there is usually a purpose or theme behind that name.  So, how did the name Mackinaws come to be?

First we wanted a name to compliment the rustic log and stone décor with the old “up north” feel.  We also felt that the name and personality of this place should reflect our personal ties to the building.  All the rough-hewn timbers, D-logs and planking were harvested off our own family farm west of Green Bay.  My dad, Ed, brother, Tom, and I all helped plant and water the trees which now make up the restaurant.  The skinned logs which accent the cabinets were debarked by me and my son, and co-owner of Mackinaws, Kevin.

So we had the personal touch with the logs and timber and wanted to emphasize the “old” northern sports characteristics of this area.  Fishing, hunting, snowshoeing, skiing (two pair are my dad’s and my first “bear traps”) are reflected in the decorations and the wall mounts, which include Canadian geese in flight, caribou, grizzly bear and more!

But a name eluded us until our friends joined in for the search for a suitable name.  We needed a special name for this special place.  One that was “northernly” and friendly, easy to say, easy to shorten, and the list goes on.  Finally, we found a name which tied in a Canadian cloth used by lumberjacks, northern woodsmen and hunters, as well as the memorable item worn by many of our dads and grandfathers: the mackinaw jacket. 

Mackinaws!  It sounded good and solid, a friendly name befitting the north and the rustic theme you see here today. 

We hope it catches the casual, warm and comfortable feel you have whenever you visit us.  Thanks for coming!

Pat Quinn
Co-Owner Mackinaws Grill & Spirits
2925 Voyager Drive
Green Bay, WI 54311
Phone: 920-406-8000 or 920-406-8830
Fax: 920-406-8840
Email: Mackinaws1@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.mackinaws.com
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