The One Sweet Shop Restaurant In Michigan With Surprisingly Delicious Pizza
Would you like to get a taste of Italy while staying in the Mitten State? How about ordering an old-fashioned malt or phosphate at a restored 1930s soda fountain? You can do both when you visit this charming sweet shop in Buchanan, Michigan, and order an authentic Italian pizza.
Cafe Italiano at The Sweet Shop is located in historic downtown Buchanan, Michigan.
The shop is filled with nostalgic charm that will make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. The colorful pendant lights add whimsy to the space that kids and kids-at-heart will adore.
If you love authentic vintage items, you’ll enjoy seeing the fully-restored 1936 Art Deco Liquid Carbonic Company soda fountain and ice cream bar still in use today. How wonderful that this local piece of history has been lovingly cared for and is still serving mouthwatering desserts to this day!
Cafe Italiano serves authentic Italian-style pizzas, hot and cold subs, soups, and fresh salads made with Italian-imported ingredients. The pizza is surprisingly high quality and will make you feel like you’re eating at a fine Italian restaurant.
Of course, the Sweet Shop also offers delicious desserts, including cannolis, gelato, and tiramisu. You can also order premium local ice cream, sundaes, and classic banana splits.
Emily Tieman is a lifelong Michigander and has a love for locally owned small businesses. She is a freelance writer for Only In Your State and has her own vintage content creator business.
