There’s something incredibly charming about a hole-in-the-wall restaurant. While opulent surroundings and gourmet menus certainly have their perks, stepping into a welcoming, low-key eatery is absolutely delightful. Here are eight of the best hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Michigan that you simply must visit.
Did we leave any of your favorite hole-in-the-wall restaurants off our list? We’re always eager to hear your suggestions. Share your thoughts in the comment section below!
If you are still looking to find some more of the best food in the state, a great way to do just that is by heading out on our epic three-day road trip to all of the best restaurants in Michigan. This trip will cover breakfast, lunch, and dinner for three days in tons of exciting locations across Michigan. The best part is you can use the time between meals to discover new parts of the Great Lakes State. Before you get on the road, our road trip packing list is here to help you make sure you’ve got all the essentials.
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Sara Dager|December 14, 2023
Where is the best pizza in Michigan?
If you are looking for an unbeatable slice, or perhaps a whole pie, these spots have some of the best pizza in Michigan. You absolutely have to check them out!
Martini’s Pizza in Kalamazoo
Market 22 in Maple City
Rosa's Lookout Inn in Spruce
The Noggin Room in Petoskey
Mama Mia Restaurant and Pizzeria in Mackinaw City
Loui’s Pizza in Hazel Park
Roma’s Pizzeria in Berrien Springs
Vivio’s in Indian River
Klavon’s Pizzeria in Jackson
Aubree's Pizzeria in Marquette
What barbecue restaurants in Michigan do I need to visit?
It is argued regularly over whether or not Detroit barbecue is a thing, but no matter what, we know for sure that Michigan has some absolutely amazing barbecue. For some of the best barbecue in Michigan, check out:
Jack's Roadside BBQ Bar & Grill in Davisburg
The Up North Lodge in Gwinn
West Texas Barbeque Co. in Jackson
The Smoke Doctor in Pinckney
Lazy P BBQ in Spring Lake
Are there any food-themed road trips through Michigan that I can take?
a great way to see a lot of our fine state while tasting the finest treats it has to offer is by going on one of these exciting food-themed road trips through Michigan:
This road trip to the best restaurants in Michigan brings you to breakfast, lunch, and dinner all across the state for three food-filled days of fun, and there's lots of time to explore between meals as well!
Our road trip to the best pie shops in Michigan is one that absolutely must be done with a few pals for maximum flavor-tasting opportunities. In about 10 hours and 15 minutes of drive time, you will visit seven charming shops that are sure to set your sweet tooth alight.
You can also go on our road trip to the best pizza places in Michigan. In 7.5 hours of drive time, you'll get to sample eight of the best slices in the state.