Restaurants near Lake Leelanau

“This restaurant is the best. Everyone has a great attitude, the restaurant is well organized and the food delicious.”

“Great people and delicious iced vanilla latte and iced cafe mocha. Highly recommended.”

“We stopped in for ice cream with friends during our vacation. Delicious ice cream, friendly staff, and a great patio out back. We will be back every year! If you're local, please frequent Capitol Dog! If you're vacationing, be sure to make a stop there!”

“Went here and the food was the bomb! Was here last night and the potato skins were cooked perfectly! Right amount of cheese and bacon! And the Greek pizza was to die for. Toppings were evenly spread out and had the perfect amount of cheese and sauce!”

“cool environment n awesome lil scavenger hunt icecream hits just right!”

“Found this gem with my girlfriends. The hosts were so welcoming, especially Betty! We wanted to add her to our group!!

The wine was delicious, the grounds were beautiful, the entertainment was wonderful. I can’t wait to make another trip back. Thank you so much.”

“Friendly staff and exceptional Mexican food at reasonable prices. Always a must stop in TC when hunger hits.”

“Stopped in on Sunday 3/16. Middle of a snow storm but they were open. Guy was working the bar and was pleasant to talk witymh as I enjoyed a pint. He was informed of the industry and welcoming on a crappy day. I look forward to going again.”

“We celebrated our anniversary at The Riverside. Every course was excellent. The onion focaccia, rack of lamb and pistachio olive oil cake were our favorites from the fall menu. Excellent service too! Thank you Ginny.”

“I had a sandwich at Lylah’s today, amazing quality and could easily had fed two people. The flavor was incredible. I am happy to say this is one of my most favorite restaurants in Leelanau county. Staff were very friendly, pleasant environment and clean. Give it a try, don’t think you will be disappointed. Great place!”

“Great new spot! Liked it so much we ate there twice this week. Good wine, great food and wonderful service. Our new favorite place in Leelanau.”

“We ❤️ Blue Moon Ice cream Shop!!!! Service with a smile EVERY TIME!!!”

“We stopped in for an after lunch, early dinner. We weren't looking for a spot necessarily but definitely glad we did. Very cozy feel, definitely family friendly. Good drink options and appetizers as well. We had a fish sandwich and a Reuben and both were excellent. Service is super fast and the staff is really friendly.”

“Love all their goodies and the pizza is to die for. Always make a trip there when we are up in the area on vacation.”

“We had an excellent experience at Verterra Winery.

Brian was outstanding—friendly, attentive, and clearly a true wine connoisseur. His recommendations were exceptional, and thanks to him we enjoyed both white and red wines that were truly impressive.

His knowledge and passion really elevated the entire tasting experience.

Highly recommend a visit, and if you have the chance, ask for Brian.”

“Green Bird is a little slice of Heaven! They even practice sustainable farming via their “flerd“ (flock of chickens and herd of sheep) who rotate through each row of vines. I sat down and immediately signed up for the wine club because I knew this was something I wanted to support! And yes, the server was new this season but very knowledgeable and warm. No high-brow wine snobbery here! P.S. wine and cheese pairings are fantastic.”

“This place is so cute! The nicest people work here. We came when they had just closed, and their doors were locked but they saw us and welcomed us in with open arms. Great coffee, highly recommend!!!”

“The inn is very quiet and offers many facilities. Staff, wines and food first class. We have attended events and did the ultimate package. Everything was above and beyond what was described when booking. Beautiful property a short drive from Sutton’s Bay where several unique shops offer something to do if the weather turns.”

“Bel Lago is such a beautiful spot with stunning lake views and always amazing live music. My favorite part is seeing their garden in full bloom during the summer it’s absolutely magical. Their experimental takes on wines and delicious aged reds always impress, and it’s such a treat when Blake, the winemaker, pops into the tasting room (it’s so interesting to hear what he’s working on in the cellar).”

“The waitress Julie, gave us phenomenal service. She was upbeat and so pleasant! The 3 other women that I was with, agree that we all had an unforgettable dining experience. The food was awesome as well! We were fascinated by the drink pictured and all of us kissed the fish for luck, then ate it, too”

“great food and service, fast and easy.”

“Party of four had dinner there on July 4, 2025. Food was good, but not as advertised on the menu. The apple salad was small and did not have candied walnuts on it and the nachos had no cheese on them. The 1/2 ribs that my husband ordered were tasty, but we ended up ordering cheesy fries after our meals because we were still hungry. The ribs came with coleslaw and nothing else.The server was friendly and efficient.”

“Amazing service and flavors”

“Fantastic lil shop! We already love Hive, so Little Boat unsurprisingly does not disappoint. The barista was great, and the location with skylights and all is still such a perfect match for Leland. I’m excited to revisit and see how this shop develops.”

“Our new favorite spot for doughnuts!”

“We are locals and frequent Hawkin’s Farm Cellars a lot. The service is friendly and the Thai food is exceptional. My husband especially loves the Pad Thai chicken and I am a huge fan of the Green Curry dish. You could literally close your eyes and just point to anything on the menu and never be disappointed!”

“Truly a special meal. This was BETTER than the photos. Every single thing we ate (baked mozzarella, parfait, salmon Benedict, apple pancake) was so incredibly delicious. Honestly the best meal of the trip. Service was also wonderful. So glad we made the trip out here.”

“Trish’s Dishes in Leland is absolutely fantastic! The food is fresh, homemade, and full of flavor. You can really tell everything is made with care and quality ingredients. The menu has great variety and every dish I’ve tried has been delicious.

The Turkey Wasabi sandwich is the reason I keep coming back—it’s incredible. The flavors are perfectly balanced and it’s one of the best sandwiches I’ve had.

The service is always friendly and welcoming, and the whole place has that great local feel. If you’re in Leland and looking for amazing food, this spot is a must-try. Highly recommend!”

“This place may be ranked #2 beer garden in the US, but I can guarantee the #1 beer garden is nowhere near as good as Hop Lot. Their brisket sandwich was very delicious. The pretzels were also super good. I was here for a Bachelors trip and was a little tipsy and they treated me very well. They were very helpful and several waiters checked on me throughout. We need to make this place the #1 beer garden because this place is a must if you are in the area.”

“So fresh! This is such a hidden gem, the kung pao was amazing. So many veggies, generous portions and the perfect amount of sauce and spice. The satay was delicious and full of delicious fresh herbs. We'll definitely be coming back!”