Restaurants and fun things to do along the SW Michigan shore
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No chain restaurants here! Local. Often using local produce.
Delicious brunch and fun mocktails
Plank's Tavern on the Water
This place is addictive!!! Dessert sourdough, fancy sourdough, cookies and so much more. (Lemon ice box cookies are fantastic)
Sourdough House & Coffee Bar
Local. Community focused. Delicious. Get there before 11am - they sell out often!
Red Coach Donuts
Great venue for girl talk - snack and tea options in a vaguely steampunk setting
Apothica Teas
Delicious brunch and differ options with holiday vibes
Pennyroyal Cafe & Provisions
The Winter Wednesday Mac & Cheese is something to write home about. For more exotic fare, throughout the winter they highlight different ethic foods.
The Historian
Lovely food options in a setting of flowers and water.
Clifford's Coffee Canal
Delicious fresh middle eastern food.
Cafe Gulistan
Zucchini waffles with chocolate chips? Yes please! And the best espresso martini you've ever had. Lots of options for different dietary needs. New bar inside. Outside is dog friendly.
Mason Jar Cafe
A winery and a gathering space. Tiny Dancer is a non-alcholoic gem. Nita's Sweet Red is also a personal favorite.
Lazy Ballerina Winery
Take and go (not eat-in). Is it New Orleans food? Not really, IMO. It’s more Creole inspired but makes a nice change of pace.
Nola Roux
Family friendly. Great for a casual lunch
Haymarket Brewery & Taproom
Fun
Come have fun in SW MI (beyond the beaches)
Create your own perfume, candles or body products. Keep your favorites on file.
The Aroma Labs
Charming little book store with a great selection of new and used books.
Flourish Books & Plants
Art classes anyone? Watercolor, gauche, or acrylic. Beginner friendly or rekindle your love for art.
