OUR TOP 10 PLACES TO EAT – in no particular order!
- Happy Troll: (231) 237 – 7827: 111 Bridge Street, Charlevoix, MI 49720
Always the perfect spot for lunch or dinner! Their menu is full of handcrafted sandwiches & soups. Enjoy entrees, a full bar and full bakery with amazing desserts!
2. Bridge Street Tap Room: (231) 437 – 3466: 202 Bridge Street, Charlevoix MI 49720
Just step outside towards Bridge Street and cross the road! Easy, fun and always delicious! This American restaurant has a little of everything! It fun to sit outside when the weathers nice and watch the bridge open and close! Check out their website for their live music schedule during the summer months.
- SEASONAL- The Landing Restaurant: (231) 547- 9036 :10231 Ferry Rd, Charlevoix, MI 49720
Located only 7 minutes away, The Landing is one of our favorite seasonal waterfront restaurants! Open only from Memorial to Labor Day. Although they do not take reservation, you can always call ahead for a wait time (Expect 45 minutes on summer weekends!). Feel free to order a drink & even an app at the bar to take to the waiting area. They also have a beautiful outdoor bar, The Sidebar, with drinks, small snacks, and yard games to help pass the time, or sit on the deck with some drinks and enjoy a view of lake!
- Gray Gables: (231) 547 – 9261 : 308 Belvedere Ave, Charlevoix MI 49720
Only a 2 minute drive! Gray gables will provide you with a wonderful upscale dinning experience in an old house! One of the only restaurants in downtown that you can make reservations directly on their website days in advance to help you plan ahead! They feature a variety of local seafood options, steak, sushi with a full bar and daily specials!
- JAX Northside Food & Spirit: (231) 437-6400: 757 Petoskey Ave, Charlevoix, MI 49720
A little bit of everything delicious! Located across from the Charlevoix Golf Club. Spend time dinning out on their four-season enclosed patio. Jax proudly features local purveyors and farmers and has an expansive menu.
- The Villager
The Villager has been the cornerstone of Downtown Charlevoix for 40 plus years! Offering a little bit for everyone with its expansive menu and full bar! The restaurant boasts a unique collection of memorabilia and 1950’s toys.
- LT’s tocos: (231) 437 -2024 : 105 M – 66, Charlevoix, MI 49720
A New Authentic Mexican drive through only restaurant serving tocos, tamales, burritos, tostadas, you name it! Straight off the grill and made with love!
- The Back Lot: (231) 216-7804 : 230 Ferry Ave, Charlevoix, MI 49720
An indoor/outdoor food truck bar yard spot! Meeting up with a large party or wanting to have the kids play around during dinner? The Back Lot is the perfect spot! Choose between four delicious trucks or nibble on a little from each!
- Vue Wine Bar: (231) 437-3816 : 101 Bridge Street, Charlevoix MI 49720
Although they only have nibbles and nosh, we have to note, The Vue Wine Bar! Located just steps away on Bridge Street, right next to the Charlevoix Memorial Drawbridge. The Vue has a fast wine menu and a spectacular deck overlooking the channel. Watch million dollar boats go by and sip your favorite spirit. The Vue is all about atmosphere!
- Margaritas Mexican Restaurant: (231) 437 – 3141 : 115 Bridge Street, Charlevoix MI 49720
One of the newest additions to downtown Charlevoix! Margaritas offers an extensive food menu and drink list, and everything we’ve tried so far has been delicious. Just steps from our front door, it’s a convenient spot to grab a bite, with outdoor seating during the summer months. They’re also open until 10 PM most nights, making it a great option for a later dinner!
