Restaurants in Michigan City

“My boyfriend and I stopped in Michigan City on our drive from Chicago for some quick shopping and lunch—and boy, are we glad we picked this place!

We always order pretzels and cheese as an appetizer, but this version was next-level. Over a month and a half later, my boyfriend is still talking about that pretzel! Our main courses were just as incredible: his Mac and cheese and my breakfast sandwich were both absolutely to die for.

Safe to say, this place made our little stop memorable. We will be 100% back next time we're in the area!”

“After visiting the historic Barker Mansion in Michigan City, Indiana, I sought out Fiddleheads restaurant, which arguably offers the best lunch in town. Located at 422 Franklin Street, it is open from 11 to 8 on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday, 11 to 2 on Wednesday and 11 to 9 on Friday and Saturday. I started with six fried shrimp with bangin' sauce, slaw, mixed greens and green onions. Then I consumed a two-fisted grass fed burger with Romaine lettuce, tomato, cheddar cheese and caramelized onion on a pretzel roll with truffle/parmesan fries. It's a 55-mile trip from my home on Chicago's Gold Coast to Michigan City, from the Dan Ryan Expressway to the Chicago Skyway to the Indiana Toll Road. But it's a thrill to stand on the beach in Michigan City and gaze out over Lake Michigan and see the tops of the Chicago skyline on a clear day. Try it some time.”

“Great local Steakhouse with excellent food. Meagan is an outstanding server. She knows the menu. Typical menu items for this type of restaurant. Nothing really out of the ordinary, but all good. Prices are reasonable. Portions are large.”

“we stumbled on this gem last summer for the first time and just went back for our 5th time yesterday and we live 3 1/2 hours away! the food is consistently amazing, everything we try we love. The staff is stellar 24/7 crem Bru le 👌 magnificent! fish camp is the highlight of every trip we come here to visit! if you like watermelon tey the watermelon margaritas! You won't be dissapointed!”

“Great place for meeting up with friends and enjoying wine time. The food is good… we ordered two flatbreads and both were good (Thai chili & jerk chicken). The burger was cool. However. We didn’t really care for the short rib sandwich.
The menu is small but I love that they use all types of flavors. The atmosphere is beautiful with nice views and they have outdoor pods you can rent for your group. Check it out! Nice spot :)”

“Great beers! Alyssa was a great server. Very friendly and attentive. We tried the catfish bites (absolutely outstanding!!) and a couple beers when passing through. Highly recommend.”

“Had a great meal at Vita del Lago. The portions are extremely generous and delicious. The owner was very accommodating in response to our requests However, the server was Very slow to bring everything we asked for. Again, the food was delicious but would hesitate going back if we had the same server”

“Haven't been there in years. Decided to go there this evening for St. Patrick's Day. All I can say is that there was no room for disappointment. The food was great and their staff was great as well. Not one ounce of disappointment. I've heard of their great reviews and I have to agree with every one of them. We will certainly be going back. BTW, the atmosphere was great as well!”

“Fantastic restaurant, great food, atmosphere, and service. Will definitely be back!”

“Outstanding cuisine, atmosphere and service. A true quality dining experience.”

“The food was delicious and the atmosphere was so unique. It was beautiful all decked out for the holidays.”

“Trip’s is quickly becoming one of my favorite places in Michigan City. Their menu is very unique, and everything I’ve tried so far has hit the mark. They also have one of the best old fashioned’s in town.”

“I would like to say how this beautiful historical building is the perfect location for Zorn. With home comfort food well balanced tasty drinks and a complete staff that provides friendly, pleasant and attentive service .20/10 For everything from customer service to the delicious food with a beautiful smokey taste iykyk!Hands down highly recommended it’s more then just a bite to eat here but a place with a nostalgic feel.”

“I’ve been a long time follower of Royale with Cheese on social media and finally made it out there this last Saturday. The food was amazing and the serving sizes were plentiful! The fries were crispy and the fried pickles had an outstanding batter on them. The burgers were so tasty, and you can’t go wrong with any they offer.”

“Steak was cooked perfectly, filet was tender. Wasn’t sure about the cooked garlic bulbs on the plate and some flavors didn’t meld right. Baked potatoes was XL. This is a temporary space while remodeling the new space. Looking forward to it.”

“Mug club party!, always great food and beer!”

“Great place! Owner is wonderful!”

“Greatribs good price”

“We stumbled in accidentally and keep coming back. The food memorable, owner is fun and informative and the service is friendly and fast. Cool posters and objects d’arte sprinkled about. Lake Michigami jewel.”

“Very, very good Reuben sandwich. Their carrot cake sings in your mouth!”

“The staff there are just wonderful and I love their coffees”

“Chose it on a whim and SO glad that we did! Food was amazing and the service was great too! Definitely recommend trying pa’s chips w/ cheese sauce! Will be coming back :)”

“We absolutely love this place! Amanda and her staff are always the best. We tell everyone how great the food is. Been coming here for years and still look forward to each time we come. Keep up the good work!”

“Neat atmosphere. Owner was there and very friendly and helpful with ideas for us to do in the area. Icecream servings were big and yummy! Would definitely recommend.”

“Not only is Memo's a great restaurant to unwind and have a delicious meal, it's a great place to work. I came into Memo's about a month ago and I am treated very well. The Memo's family is very welcoming to their guest and their employees. I'm very happy I am able to be a part of the Memo's team. I appreciate the portions I serve to our guest. we have food for everyone's taste buds; from breakfast, to light lunches, to filling dinners full of varties. We always have our all you can eat salad and soup bar, or you can get a one time trip to the salad bar with you meal. The choices are endless and our customers always leave happy.”

“This time I tried the mushroom Swiss burger. Cooked exactly like I requested and it tasted great!”

“Great Authentic Tacos! Steak Al Pastor Birria Chorizo Beef Chicken Lengua”

“I had my very 1st experience with FLUID just a few days ago. The staff was so pleased and welcomed me with such joy, and were very helpful. Chai is my favorite. They had a few different choices, so I ordered the butterscotch, and it was so amazing! Best chai I think I've ever had. So tasty. Thank you for the fabulous 5 plus star experience. I'll be back! 🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵”

“I had your chicken Marsala last night and the sauce was beautiful and delicious! Thank you!”

“Ordered Takeout and sometimes the food you get doesn’t hold up as well as it would eating it fresh. This was not the case with Cool Runnings. I had the Dark Jerk Chicken meal with cabbage, red beans and rice, and a side of the Mac and cheese. Everything was absolutely amazing!!!! I can not rave enough about how flavorful everything was. That Jerk Sauce was amazing! I love spicy foods and it was the perfect mild spice for me. Just enough to feel the burn but not over power the flavor.”

“Arturo was great! Our food was fantastic and the restaurant was very clean, bright and the staff all friendly. I had thick French toast with fresh strawberries and my husband had the quesadillas special. Wonderful restaurant!!”

“Amazing food! When we visit Michigan City, this is where we always stop.”

“My family and I absolutely love coming here. The customer service, THE FOOD, the ambiance, everything is 10000/10.”

“This place never disappoints!! Great food, fabulous service, and the owner/manager, Pete, is wonderful!!”

“Today was our first time eating here and will positively not be the last !! The food and the Service were both Phenomenal!! 10/10 For Sure”

“10/10 delicious food, great service Eat there it's GOOD”

“This was a wonderful find. The corned beef was flavorful. The reuben sandwich had the perfect ratio of ingredients. The corned beef roll was very tasty. The young lady behind the counter was very friendly and helpful. It was easy to give this five stars.”

“Ordered a custom cake and they did an amazing job. Everyone loved the cake, and the customer service was great!”

“staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. Smoothie was delicious! Will be back soon!”

“Great customer service, they’re very kind & ms Shelly is a sweetheart”

“This pizza was delicious!!! I would have to say that it was the best thin crust pizza that I have ever eaten! You can taste every topping individually because of the quality ingredients! I highly recommend their pizza with the olive oil! Healthy and delicious!”

“My girlfriend and I went to dinner at Scoop's tonight. We had barely started eating our food when we noticed a couple of the very young waitresses talking poorly about an older couple that had just left. They were making rude comments about the way they smelled, laughing and joking about the couple while the waitresses were on the floor and in clear earshot of more than just our table. We were so disgusted with the behavior and immaturity of the two waitresses, we reported the behavior to the manager on duty, who did nothing but laugh and joke with them. My girlfriend and I were so offended we asked for to go boxes, paid our bill, and left. As we were leaving one of the waitresses in question was whispering and pointing at us with another waitress. The maturity level of the staff tonight was incredible. I have seen preschoolers with better behavior. I do not recommend this branch if this behavior continues, however, FB will not let you say you did not recommend.”

“Friendly, casual, home-style food”

“Great food! I really enjoyed the flavor and the staff were very friendly!”

“By far the best Italian beef in town*** The staff is always friendly and the riff raff is kept to a minimum. Overall it's a great place to munch and grab some beers. They have live bands on the weekends if you're looking for live entertainment. I highly recommend trying if you haven't.”

“My go to in Michigan city for cheap drinks and a good time! Bartenders are all amazing morning or night!”

“This was a great experience overall. The owner and his Wife were very helpful in making a selection and the bowl i got was amazing! Fresh fruit and ingredients. I Highly Reccomend!”

“the best cheeseburger I ever had 😎😎💪🏻💯”

“Free samples of the teas were brought to my job one day, and I've been hooked ever since! I haven't had a shake or tea that I didn't like! I'm definitely a fan!”

“Exceptional service by Sarah W tonight! First time in over 4 years we have had this kind of service in a chain restaurant. If you’re going and she’s working, request her!!!”

“Absolutely no highlight. When I was asked what I wanted, the man behind the screen was rude. When I odered a deluxe hamburger, with mac and cheese, he walked away before I could finish my order, of getting an extra side of mac n cheese. Got my food amd only had to drive 2 minutes back to my work to eat. open the container, the mac n cheese was barely warm. It's a tiny, tiny burger, with wilted, nasty looking lettuce on it, and instead of onion slices, the whole pit of the onion was in the middle of the burger. not to mention the hamburger was ice cold. Absolutely terrible service. Went when they while at the Harley Davidson dealership on 421. Would not recommend.”

“I absolutely LOVED my cake and it was DELICIOUS!!! I will definitely be purchasing from Binas Bake Shoppe again 💓”

“Great lunch with fun items for your Lakeside souvenirs!”

“The food was the best I’ve ever had. Authentic Mexican and homemade salsas. Nice selection also. Brittany R was a great server. 5 stars out of 5.”

“Food is very good and price is very fair. Service is very sub par. Waitresses run around like chickens with there head cutoff. I did a reorder on fish and after 45 minutes the waitress said she was sorry but somebody else took my order. Paid my check and left. Don’t know if I will ever come back.”

“Ok you guys got me this time!!! Lmfao staple through the straw! Love the food definitely still coming back.”

“The gentleman who runs the place is delightful. The place sells a variety of flavored coffee and a couple sweet treats but it is first most for roasting and second making coffee. If you want a good cup of basic coffee come here, but they don't do anything fancier. It's small and though not exactly cozy, still a nice place to sit, have a cup of coffee and a donut.”

“John is an awesome owner, always so much fun visiting my girlfriend”

“I LOVE THIS DUNKIN DONUTS BEST DUNKIN DONUTS THEY TREAT EVERYONE WITH RESPECT AND THE OWNER IS AMAZING AND VERY KIND I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE COFFEE IS GREAT 😊 TASTING SOMETIMES IT TAKES ME LONGER TO ORDER BECAUSE I FORGET ABOUT WHAT DRINK I DECIDE TO ORDER AND MY MEMORY IS SO TERRIBLE BUT THEY HAVE SO many great options to choose from like a regular iced coffee with cream and sugar and options like refreshers strawberry best flavor hands 🙌 down I love this Dunkin’ Donuts they accommodate everyone and do deserve a raise”

“However today my rice was ice cold…I was disappointed…Did not receive pita bread with my bowl…Again disappointed… Sauces were very good…A few things were off today…😢 I must say first time having issues…😢 The hummus was very good…”

“Loved the fancy table tops & welcoming atmosphere. The Chicken Mushroom entree was amazing, as were the Garlic Naan & mango dessert!😋 Can't wait to go back!!🤩”

“A great guy with great service. The best chicken and to-go mac & cheese in Michigan City. Brutal quality that makes Popeyes, KFC, Canes and Chic-fil-A look mid. Nothing will stop me from resorting to Golo periodically. Thank you for existing especially when I’m off my health routine with pregnancy cravings.”

“The spaghetti was very aladente excellent. Meatballs was very good.Could use a little more pulmonaro Parmesan o. Biggest problem is too much water Coming out with the spaghetti.on the spaghetti. Biggest problem.I ordered Italian sausage with my spaghetti and meat sauce.Meat sauce was good. And I ended up with a meatball instead of italian sausage. That's okay.The waitress messed up and the meatball was fine. My grandbabies had butter and parmesan cheese on their spaghetti and it was very watered.Drain at spaghetti don't need water with the sauces. Altogether. I'll give it a 5.5.It was a good meal Not great but good”

“best pizza money can buy, 10 out of 10 delicious”

“We really enjoy this lounge! Great food, good service. We do miss the live bands but with new owners not sure if they will bring them back. Love their pizza and salads and the fact that the bar is smoke free.”

“Hunt Brothers Pizza is a great pizza for anybody searching for really good tasting food the employees are always very respectful their Pizza is also never undercooked or overcooked it is always just right with a perfect amount of toppings”

“Alright, I’ve just got to say it—this place absolutely rocks!

I was struck with a craving so intense, it felt like a supernatural force—for fried chicken, of course. But alas, time wasn’t on my side, and I almost spiraled into a full-on, poultry-deprivation meltdown resulting in the unleashing of a fried avian protein-fueled rage!

Luckily, these heroes of the night, and guardians of competitively priced gasoline and other such amenities, saved the day!

Not only did they provide me with exactly what I was hungry for (and it WAS GOOD!), they included a couple sides of different flavors of chicken, potato wedges and mac and cheese, for free!

Well played boys, now I'm happily hooked!! 🏆😁”

“Great ambience!! The tea bombs were amazing. I got the "Captain America" one with pomegranate and raspberry!! Anastasia is so nice and welcoming!! She will make you and even your kiddos something energizing and fresh❤🤩”

“Excellent, friendly service along with great food! We then locked our keys in the car. One employee provided a gadget that provided space to use another gadget. Another employee offered to help. A couple then offered their help. He was a fireman and was able to unlock the door! Thank you!!!”

“Wow 😳 this place is beyond awesome! Whenever you get a chance please come sit down and enjoy yourself, I had the chicken fried chicken and the size was ridiculous! Charles and the rest of the staff were warm and pleasant with a smile. You guys deserve 6 stars.”

“Awesome place that looks like a fishingboat. The food was good and plenty. They are also playing cool music and you can see the lighthouse and the drawbridge from the " deck " . Highly recommend it if you are looking for a unique experience in Michigan City.”

“delicious highly recommend”

“They staff here are amazing the food is delicious we have not had a bad experience as of yet. Hollie Deb Cat Joey Stacy… even the bouncers I mean everything and everyone is great… karaoke nights Tuesday and Thursdays are always fun!!! Also hats off to the cooks who keep us fed with delicious meals on our fun nights!!!”

“Went through drive-through and just got a milkshake. The lady waiting on me was so nice and made sure I had plenty of whipped cream. Very good service !!!
Sandwiches are always great as well”

“we went to Gourmet House on Christmas and they have the best crab ragoons. Also the food was delicious. I will definitely be coming back”

“My son and I were absolutely freezing so we went to South Bend Chocolate to get some hot chocolate and candy. The hot chocolate was piping hot and rich. We got their old fashioned toffee too- soooo good!!! We grabbed a bag of caramel corn at the last minute and it did not disappoint. It’s hard to remember the place since it’s not on our normal beaten path! It has a large seating area that’s very warm and inviting. It’s a great place to take a kid at the end of the week for a treat!”

“From the moment we walked in, this restaurant delivered an unforgettable Chicago vibe that made us feel like we were right in the heart of the city. The atmosphere was warm, energetic, and full of character — the kind of place that immediately tells you you’re in for a great experience. The food was absolutely amazing — the type you keep thinking about long after you’ve finished your meal. Every dish was full of flavor, perfectly prepared, and clearly made with care. It’s rare to find a place where each plate stands out, but this restaurant truly nails it. On top of the incredible food, the service was exceptional. We were lucky enough to have Michelle and Kyle as our servers, and they were nothing short of phenomenal. Both were extremely welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind. They checked in often, made great recommendations, and treated us like valued guests from start to finish. Their service alone would bring us back! Overall, this restaurant offers the perfect combination of Chicago atmosphere, amazing food, and outstanding service. If you’re looking for a place that delivers a memorable dining experience, this is it. Can’t wait to return”

“First time visiting the new location in Michigan City, IN and it was so good! I had a to-go order of nachos and was pleasantly surprised that they had the toppings in a bowl and the chips separately. So great for me who only ate a 1/4 of the bowl. Very happy!”

“I’ve been driving by this place for years and never stopped in. The plaza is not in the best of condition and it could use a good cleaning by the owner. I decided to order from this local establishment and I was pleasantly surprised with my food. We ordered chicken fried rice, egg rolls, pan fried noodles, dumplings and chow mein. The chow mein was delicious! Chicken fried rice was flavorful and the egg rolls were nice and crispy. The dumplings and pan fried noodles were good. The lady was so nice! I had my toddler in there and she gave him some fortune cookies and even carried our food out for us. Top notch service. The restaurant could use a good degreasing and cleaning in the front/dinning area. The walls should be washed down but the kitchen looked spotless. I would go again.”

“You know what!? GOD SENT. I’m taking care of my health, so your unsweet tea/diet lemonade combo was PERFECT -loved that there was pulp (I ordered the gallon.) The fact that you offer lettuce wrapped sandwiches is PERFECT & the southwest salad was PERFECT! I loved my drink and salad so much. The ingredients were perfect and service was beyond me. Thank you for being amazing!”

“Truly AWESOME catfish! It was perfectly fried, nicely seasoned, moist, and the breading (crust?) was top notch. I must say that, for me, this is the best catfish I have had in Northwest Indiana. They are also serving a very good coleslaw. I don't easily find good coleslaw and this ranks way up on my list of sources. This was my first visit and will definitely return.”

“Great food and atmosphere.”

“Amazing food and great service 🫶🏻”

“We went on Saturday for the first time and the food is amazing and the service was fast . We will be back”

“I love cold drinks , sometimes coffee ☕️ in the morning”

“The waitresses were all so sweet! Even if it’s a little bit of a drive, worth it for the service 100% (and their hair tinsel was super cute!)”

“The best in town”

“Thank you for being there for me when nobody else was <3 ily JJ”

“Excellent service and friendly staff. They are bilingual as well.. I recommend Everything on the menu 😁”

“There are no White Castle restaurants in Oregon. When we found this, I was very happy to get those sliders. The staff was friendly and they filled our order quickly.”

“I want to give a shout out to Alicia S. At this location. 8:30 on a Friday night I pulled through after driving 12 hours. Just wanted a hot meal before I checked into a hotel to crash. Food took a good 20 min. Opened it up at the hotel and while the order on the receipt was correct the food was Not! A completely different meal in which 1/2 I couldn’t eat. I called and spoke with Alicia, she did her best to give me a solution and I was so tired I didn’t want to leave the hotel and I hung up. She called me back 5 min later and offered certificates for a meal and a shake for any location and even offered to meet me at 7am as I was leaving early to drive all day again. She was there as promised and apologized again. I also apologized for hanging up on her 😉 She went above and beyond and I feel should be recognized for it. Way to go Alicia! Thank you! 👏🏻🤗”