25 Essential Lansing Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Lansing.
El Oasis
Michigan
Mexican street chow like tacos & sopes doled out in hefty portions at an unfussy window serve.
P.F. Chang's
Michigan
Family-friendly chain offering creative takes on Asian fare in a striking space.
PIAZZANO'S
Michigan
Unfussy bar/eatery serving pizza & Italian fare, plus Mexican grub, sandwiches, burgers & breakfast.
Pablo's Mexican Restaurant (Old Town)
Lansing, Michigan
Informal Mexican restaurant featuring classic taqueria fare & outdoor seating options.
Sushi Moto
Lansing, Michigan
A wide variety of sushi rolls plus bento boxes & teriyaki dishes prepared in unassuming digs.
Blaze Pizza
Lansing, Michigan
Hip counter-serve pizzeria dishing up crispy, thin-crust pies made with creative toppings & sauces.
Leo's Lodge - Lansing, MI
Lansing, Michigan
Casual American haunt featuring knotty-pine walls, a fireplace & a pub menu with burgers & pizza.
The King of the Grill Express
Lansing, Michigan
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Fidlers on the Grand Restaurant
Lansing, Michigan
Laid-back restaurant with booth seats dishing up hearty comfort food classics for breakfast & lunch.
Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant
Lansing, Michigan
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Serves local specialty.
Carrabba's Italian Grill
Lansing, Michigan
Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.
Kewpee Sandwich Shoppe
Lansing, Michigan
1920s diner with a collection of antique Kewpie dolls serving burgers, housemade root beer & shakes.
Rocko's Bar & Grill
Lansing, Michigan
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
The Honey Baked Ham Company
Lansing, Michigan
Family-owned chain selling ready-to-serve smoked hams, plus turkeys, roasts, side dishes & desserts.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Lansing, Michigan
Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.
Taqueria Monarca
Lansing, Michigan
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking lot.
The Cosmos
Lansing, Michigan
Funky parlor offering wood-fired pizzas amid space-themed murals, plus arcade games & a patio.
Mexico 2 Go
Lansing, Michigan
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Fazoli's
Lansing, Michigan
Fast-food chain doling out baked pastas, subs, pizza & other casual Italian fare plus custom combos.
Sir Pizza - Old Town
Lansing, Michigan
Local chain offering a wide range of specialty pizzas, plus calzones & lasagna.
Jersey Mike's Subs
Lansing, Michigan
New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
Bravo! Italian Kitchen
Lansing, Michigan
Upscale-casual Italian chain serving pasta, grilled dishes, pizza & cocktails amid Roman-ruin decor.
Los Tres Amigos Lansing
Lansing, Michigan
Ample space with kitschy decor & murals featuring a bar & traditional Mexican-American fare.
Arby's
Lansing, Michigan
Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.
Jersey Giant Submarine Sandwiches
Lansing, Michigan
Local chain showcasing massive, made-to-order submarine sandwiches in a laid-back atmosphere.