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A-Z Eats Along The Lakeshore
C is for capone's
Capone’s is a speakeasy in Downtown Muskegon, and the food will seriously blow you away! The pizza and the pasta are fantastic, and the space makes for a great date night or spot to celebrate a special occasion.
deBoer’s Bakkerijj is a Holland staple and is more than just a bakery, it’s an experience! With a menu full of amazing food, deBoer’s is a great place for brunch, lunch, or a sweet treat!
East End Coffee Stop is definitley a hidden gem on the East end of Grand Haven (as you can probably guess from the name) and is super cute! Not only do they have coffee drinks, tea, and smoothies, but they also have lunch options for an affordable price.
Franks is located in Zeeland, Michigan, which is just East of Holland, and we can confirm that they have amazing milkshakes! Whether it’s in the middle of the summer and you need something to cool you down, or it’s the winter, and you’re simply craving a good milkshake. Franks gives an old-time diner feel that is unbeatable!
This cute little bakery and cafe is a Grand Haven area staple! The location we highlighted is located in Spring Lake and is a spacious cafe and bistro that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
Lots of love to this small, local candy shop (with the best malted milk balls!!). The Holland Peanut Store is a must visit anytime you find yourselves Downtown Holland.
Itty Bitty Bar is a place where you’ll immediately feel welcomed in as if you were a regular. With a great menu full of fantastic food and events going on every week, it’s a place to add to your bucket list if you haven’t been and a place to go back to if you have been!
A cozy coffee shop and cafe Downtown Grand Haven! Stop by Jumpin Java for a latte and a sandwich and support this small, family owned shop built on community!
KIN might be the most aesthetic coffee shop EVER! It is located on Ottawa Beach Rd and brings a slow-paced feel to your busy life. Their coffee, smoothies, and toast are great pick-me-ups on any day!
Lucky Sushi Cafe in Grand Haven, Michigan is one of our favorite spots to grab a bite to eat for so many reasons. If you love hibachi and sushi, you’ll love Lucky Sushi Cafe.
The lakeshore is lined with great local wineries, and Michigan Wine Co is one of those. Sit among the vineyards and enjoy a wine flight on the patio for the best vibes!
One of the most iconic breweries in West Michigan, we couldn’t neglect adding New Holland Brewing as our N feature! They have a ton of great locally brewed beers as well as their newer drink, Taller, which is the Dutch long drink, and is so good!
Another well-known and well-loved brewery along the lakeshore is Odd Side Ales in Grand Haven! Their space is perfect for meeting up with friends for a drink and they also allow you to bring your own food in!
Head down to Saugatuck to find the cutest little eatery that serves farm to table dishes that are simply amazing! We ordered their grilled cheese and tomato soup combo and would highly recommend it.
We had to get creative with the letter Q and we immediately thought of queso! Then, in our research, we found that Mezkla Taqueria in Downtown Holland had some of the best locally-made queso along the lakeshore! Head out to try it for yourself.
Righteous Cuisine is a favorite to many Grand Haven locals, and for good reason! They sell a variety of BBQ and Mexican cuisine fused together to make for unique and amazing flavors!
S is for Sawyers Brewing! This local brewery located in Montague, Michigan is full of great vibes, good beer, and local live music!
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