The Mootz in Mootz Pizzeria and Bar, pronounced “moo-tz,” is the slang term that New Yorkers and Italians use for mozzarella cheese. Their Mootz, award-winning fresh whole milk mozzarella cheese, appears as a star ingredient throughout the menu. Location: Mootz Pizzeria and Bar, located at 1230 Library Street in downtown Detroit, Michigan. Find the restaurant’s …
Chef-owner Daniel Rutkowski’s inspiration for the name of his restaurant Willow came from the nearby M-119 byway called the “Tunnel of Trees.” Rutkowski loves the outdoors and it shows in the woods theme that carries throughout the restaurant. Location: Willow, located at 129 East Bay Street in the downtown area of Harbor Springs, Michigan. Find …
Clementine’s stands grandly at the corner of Phoenix and Center Streets. A majestic golden copula crowns the red-brick building, making it impossible to miss. Location: Clementine’s, located at 500 Phoenix Street in downtown South Haven, Michigan. Find the restaurant’s website here. Menu: Clementine’s menu has a wide variety of American classics, where they make everything …
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Terra, meaning Earth, features seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients. The staff takes pride in their genuine hospitality, and it shows. Even in the hustle and bustle of a busy Saturday morning, the staff greeted us warmly. Location: Terra, located at 1429 Lake Drive Southeast in the East Hills neighborhood of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Find the restaurant’s website …
The 52 in the name Smokehouse 52 BBQ references Highway 52 that runs through Chelsea, Michigan. This part of the road is also known as Main Street. Location: Smokehouse 52 BBQ located at 125 South Main Street in downtown Chelsea, Michigan. Find the restaurant’s website here. Smokehouse 52 BBQ has two locations in southeast Michigan, …
Even before arriving in St. Louis, I knew I needed to check out the St. Louis-style barbeque. I started inquiring on the plane about the best place. Then I asked the bellman at the hotel. The recurring name was Salt + Smoke. From a couple of blocks away, I could tell I was almost there, …
The light, bright décor of Anna’s House welcomes you in, and the homey American comfort food invites you to stay. Location: Anna’s House, located at 12450 Felch Street in Holland, Michigan. Anna’s House has eight locations throughout Michigan. Find the restaurant’s website here. Menu: Anna’s House only serves breakfast and lunch. The menu features classic …
Mimi Blue is a tribute to the owners’ mother, Mildred (Mimi) Bluestein Kosene: Mimi Blue. The story has it that her every meal had to satisfy the whole family, including her husband and three sons. Mimi Blue’s cooking was her way of showing her family and friends love. That tradition carries over today in her …
Rusted Silo Southern BBQ & Brew House cooks the ‘que low and slow out in the open for everyone to see on their Ferris Wheel of Meat, and it’s spellbinding. The long-metal racks rotate brisket, chicken, ribs, sausage, and pork for hours, smoking the meat in hickory and cherry wood, as it becomes more tender …
Housed in a historic Victorian-era fire station, with a vintage baseball theme, Mitten Brewing Company hits artisan pizza and craft beer out of the park. Location: Mitten Brewing Company located at 527 Leonard Street NW on the west side of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Find the restaurant’s website here. Menu: The menu at Mitten Brewing Company …
