These 10 Michigan Towns Might Be Tiny... But Their Restaurants Are Amazing
By Serena Maria Daniels|Published May 29, 2016
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Serena Maria Daniels is an award-winning freelance journalist in Detroit, by way of Chicago, by way of the West Coast. She writes about Michigan for OIYS. Serena enjoys learning about language and culture and taking road trips with her beagle Ralph.
If there’s one thing we’ve learned about small Michigan towns, it’s that they’re chock full of hidden gems. Not the least of which are the many tasty restaurants tucked away in many of these tiny communities.
Last year we set off to explore some of the very best small towns for dining. While we were off to a fine start, many of you fine readers were eager to share with us your thoughts. So here goes another 10 fabulous places to eat in small town Michigan.
Dining near one of Michigan's many lakeshores always adds to your experience. Here, expect fresh fish, steaks, and other entrees sourced with local ingredients.
Here, you'll find a fusion of Chinese, Korean, and other Asian influences on a modern menu. Pictured here, Pictured here, Korean Fried Cauliflower, with Kochu, scallions, and sesame seeds.
Summertime is the right time to visit the patio at this eatery. You'll cool down with fun cocktails, light, refreshing American cuisine, and a nice breeze when the sun starts to set.
Some would argue that the pizza here is the best in the state. That might have to do with the fresh ingredients used to top each pie and the friendly, family-owned atmosphere. This chain with just eight locations got its start in West Branch.
If you're a fan of Michigan-made seafood, plus family-style service, where the staff greet you by first name and send off guests who are traveling by boat to Isle Royale on Lake Superior, then this special place in Copper Harbor is just for you.
Another small, regional chain, folks swear by the steaks and familiar atmosphere that this place offers. Other locations include Imlay City, Bay City, Davison, and Fenton.
Your choice of dining in this popular, eclectic bistro or hiring its trained staff to cater your next event. You're bound to be served something that you'll be raving about to your friends later.
Step down the steps that lead to this lower level restaurant in Hamtramck and you will be transported to an old-school Polish experience. The warm vibes and the comforting Polish food will have you returning again and again.
This eatery is situated in a historic, lakeshore resort community on M-22. Here, you'll find plenty of lake fish, steaks, pasta, and locally grown produce.
These spots are really something to be cherished, right? Tell us though, since there are so many small towns across the Mitten, where are your favorite places to eat?
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