Michigan
Shatila has been enticing sweets eaters for more than 40 years. The glass cases bulge with Middle Eastern pastries on one side and French pastries on the…
Michigan
Shatila has been enticing sweets eaters for more than 40 years. The glass cases bulge with Middle Eastern pastries on one side and French pastries on the…
Gold Coast
The unassuming Pig, with its plain booths and hardwood decor, saves its wild side for its dishes that bring together surprising flavors. Think beet and…
Naing Myanmar Family Restaurant
Michigan
The unadorned tables in a worn strip mall storefront may not look like much, but this family-run eatery prepares lovely traditional dishes from Malaysia …
Michigan
This small quirky coffee house filled with colorful kitsch (cookie jars, tea pots, Dr Seuss mural on the floor) serves breakfast all day. The eclectic…
Gold Coast
Oink's and its kitschy, pig-themed decor have been delighting visitors for more than three decades. It scoops 50 flavors of rich, locally made ice cream…
Upper Peninsula
Breakfasts are Syl's glory. Folks chitchat over biscuits and gravy, pancakes and sausages, and heaping plates of eggs at the booths in this classic diner…
Gold Coast
Eight food trucks hub at the corner of Front and Wellington Sts, serving up barbecue, sushi, tacos and more, while the onsite bar pours craft beer and…
Upper Peninsula
Settle in at a rustic wood table amid locals and nibble a blueberry cream puff or espresso fudge brownie. For breakfast, one of the signature, over-the…
Detroit
It's in an offbeat location between downtown, Corktown and Mexicantown, but that doesn't deter young urbanites from flocking in to munch on 20 types of…
Detroit
The 'coney' – a hot dog smothered with chili and onions – is a Detroit specialty. When the craving strikes (and it will), take care of business at…
Gold Coast
This bright-hued, whimsically decorated cafe cooks the best breakfast in town. The blueberry oatmeal pancakes, pumpkin and cream-cheese crepes, and egg,…
Michigan
This cute little exposed-brick cafe offers a long list of crêpes plumped with sweet fillings (pecans and maple syrup, bananas and Nutella) or savory ones …
Detroit
A sleek, industrial vibe marks this Detroit hot spot. The menu is all modern as well, with creative sides like cauliflower and spaetzel or brussels…
Gold Coast
Top-notch Lowcountry cuisine in Northern Michigan? You betcha. Excellent service and a warm atmosphere are hallmarks of this popular restaurant on…
Upper Peninsula
Who knew you could chow terrific Cajun food this far north? Lagniappe is warm and high-spirited, even on the coldest winter day. Fried catfish, sausage-y…
Upper Peninsula
Buy fresh-caught trout or whitefish in various forms (smoked, pickled, sausage) right on the dock. Thill's is Marquette's last commercial fishing…
Detroit
Mmm, slow-cooked Southern-style barbecue in Corktown. Carnivores can carve into the three-meat combo plate (brisket, pulled pork and chicken). Vegetarians…
Michigan
The hummus, falafel, lentil soup, chicken shawarma and other Middle Eastern favorites have stood the test of time at Jerusalem Garden, an unassuming,…
Michigan
With its pink exterior and odd, slanted roof, Hamido certainly stands out. It does a big business in hummus, chicken shawarma and other Middle Eastern…
Michigan
Head into the handsome, horse-themed Seabiscuit for well-made American fare alongside fine pints of beer. The smoked whitefish chowder, perch tacos, lamb…
Upper Peninsula
This casual, quick-serve eatery serves up burgers, tater tots, fried whitefish and cans of beer in downtown Munising. Vegetarians get an excellent faux…
Gold Coast
Tough to beat this winsome little cafe for a lavender latte and crêpe, be it sweet (chocolate and coconut, honey and almond) or savory (spinach and…
Detroit
The Cass is a bohemian art gallery fused with a bar and restaurant that serves soups, sandwiches and veggie beauties, like the lentil-walnut burger…
Michigan
Frita's modern take on Cuban street food is all the rage, offering burgers with tropical, citrusy toppings, roasted pork sandwiches, mojitos and booze…
Gold Coast
Munch pizzas, mussels and pretzel-crusted walleye with the housemade suds. Five-beer flights are available for $7. Not a brew drinker? North Peak also…
Upper Peninsula
Whitefish sandwiches and pizzas go down the hatch with housemade brewiskis and root beer at this woodsy pub in Grand Marais. FYI: it's also called the…
Gold Coast
This humming pub turns out terrific broasted (combining broiling and roasting) chicken, fish tacos, lamb lollipops and gumbo in a cozy, wood-floored room.
Gold Coast
It's a rightfully lauded, long-standing spot to get a wax paper–wrapped cheeseburger, spicy curly fries and cold beer in New Buffalo. Cash only.
Michigan
Golden Harvest is a loud, punk-rock-meets-hippie diner serving the sausage-and-French-toast Bubba Sandwich and hearty omelets; cash only.
Michigan
Horn's saloon serves American burgers and south-of-the-border fare, and there's live entertainment nightly.
Upper Peninsula
Enjoy new and used books, live music and wi-fi with your sandwich or pasty in downtown Munising.
Gold Coast
After a day of fun in the sun, refresh with sandwiches at gastronome favorite Folgarelli's.
Upper Peninsula
Sample the local meat-and-veggie pie specialty or grab a mega sandwich at Jean Kay's.
Michigan
Olga provides a taste of the islands in her bright, color-splashed eatery. Curried goat with rice, jerk chicken and creole tofu (sautéed with bell peppers…
Michigan
Stella’s still basks in the glow of its burger being crowned ‘best in America’ by GQ magazine in 2012. The patty earned it: a half pound of juicy goodness…
Gold Coast
Little details like a vintage sign and rattan bistro chairs bestow this Three Oaks bakery and deli with a cozy, old-world charm. The seasonal, farm-to…
Michigan
Little Africa's all-vegetarian, Ethiopian menu includes various stews made from split peas, beets, lentils, squash, tofu and spinach, all of which you…
Upper Peninsula
It's tough to beat the broasted chicken, bacon cheeseburgers and hand-cut French fries that this food trailer rustles up. A couple of tables outside offer…
Gold Coast
Beloved Sherman’s scoops massive cones in 50 flavors (try the Mackinac Island fudge). Can't decide? Order a 'tour' where you pick six flavors for sample…
Gold Coast
Located by the chain ferry, Wicks gets props for its lake perch and live music on weekends. The pizzas, fish tacos and 20 beers on tap are pretty good,…