Here’s a quick look at what’s being served up at Ludington restaurants. Pair a meal with these 12 things to do in Ludington.
This post is regularly updated.
Ludington Restaurant Guide
BLD: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
BAR: Alcohol served
$: Entrées under $10
$$: Entrées $10–$20
$$$: Entrées above $20
K: Kid-friendly Menu Available
Ludington Restaurants
Chill haunt serving bar food with a Mexican twist along with ample whiskey options and Michigan beers. LD • BAR • $$ 107 W. Ludington Ave., 231.425.4390
Warm, family-owned restaurant with global flavors, sushi, cocktails and rooftop dining. D • BAR • $$ 125 S. James St., 231.843.2001
Locally owned option for breakfast and lunch fare served in a homey setting with nautical decor. BLK • $ 316 S. James St., 231.845.7434
American breakfast and brunch cafe. BL • $ 106 N. Rath Ave., 231.425.3669
Quaint eatery serving European baked goods, plus breakfast and lunch fare such as quiche and sandwiches. BL • $$ 110 W. Filer St., 231.843.3327
Old-school, family-owned nook since 1984 with sizable pizzas, sandwiches and salads, plus beer and wine. D • BAR • $$ 971 N. Lakeshore Dr., 231.843.2852
Cluck Bucket
Great chicken, loaded pit potatoes and warm cornbread. LD • $ 88 S. Pere Marquette Hwy., 231.907.0370
Mexican restaurant with dine-in, takeout and delivery. LD • BAR • $$ 4743 US-10 #1., 231.843.6700
Emerson Lake Inn
Good selection of sandwiches, salads and entrees. LD • BAR $$ 7786 US-10, Walhalla, 231.898.7003
Family-owned restaurant and bar for 35+ years with homemade soups, fresh rolled burritos, sky high nachos, local burgers and craft beer served by the mason jar. LD • BAR • $$ 301 S .Rath Ave., 231.843.9240
House of Flavors Restaurant
A 1950s-themed ice cream parlor. LD • $ 402 W. Ludington Ave., 231.845.5785
HumaniTea
Refreshing teas and beverages that promote a free and active lifestyle. LD • $ 127 S. James St., 231.843.2431
Gastropub in a Victorian storefront serving diverse beers and hearty grub in warm, rustic surroundings. LD • BAR • $$ 410 S. James St., 231.845.2522
Jolly Plate
A healthy mix of traditional American cuisine. BL • $ 2516 US-31, Scottville, 231.936.6411
Kuntry Kubbard
Down-to-earth diner serving up American meals such as burgers, wraps and a breakfast buffet. BLD • $$ 5474 US-10, 231.845.5217
A menu featuring classic Italian pastas, pizzas and fare with a focus on wine in a rustic setting. LD • BAR • $$ 103 W. Ludington Ave., 231.843.2244
Burgers, pizzas and salads are dished up at this brewpub pouring beers brewed on-site. LD • BAR • $$ 515 S. James St., 231.239.6690
Look no further for a sizzling steak or flavorful bacon cheeseburger! D • BAR • $$ 209 S. James St., 231.843.3663
Funky pub named for the state’s shape with local beer, wine and spirits, plus food and live music. D • BAR • $$ 109 W. Ludington Ave., 231.843.7616
Iconic, circa-1942 American spot for Greek dishes and a salad bar amid photo-covered walls. BLD • $$ 122 W. Ludington Ave., 231.843.4251
Waterfront eatery featuring seafood from the Great Lakes, as well as local meats and produce. D • BAR • $$ 502 W. Loomis St., 231.843.9555
The Q Smokehouse
Slow-smoked barbecue plates with homestyle sides doled out in airy, industrial digs. LD • $$ 225 S. James St., 231.425.3933
Red Rooster Coffee & Community
Coffee drinks, bread and cookies. BL • $$ 207 S. James St., 231.425.4597
Casual stop with an old-school menu of stuffed mushrooms, chops, prime rib and fish. D • BAR • $$ 5910 US-10, 231.843.4033
Spanky’s Pizza (temporarily closed due to COVID-19; check their website for updates)
Easygoing pizzeria offering pies with creative and standard toppings, plus salads, beer and wine. LD • BAR • $$ 5784 US-10, 231.843.7499
Sportsman’s Restaurant and Irish Pub
Veteran Irish-style bar offering thin-crust pies and other grub in a convivial atmosphere. LD • BAR • $$ 111 W. Ludington Ave., 231.843.2138
Stix Bar (currently undergoing major renovations; reopening in spring 2021)
Good food, friendly staff and a neighborhood bar attached to a bowling alley. D • BAR • $ 1963 N. Lakeshore Dr., 231.845.8181
Warm, easygoing restaurant serving elevated Southern low-country cuisine alongside robust wine. D • BAR • $$ 130 W. Ludington Ave., 231.843.6555
Low-key, quick-serve outpost serving an array of Thai noodles, rice, curries and spring rolls. LD • $ 106 N. James St., 231.923.3890
Easygoing corner gastropub and eatery offering hearty pub grub. D • BAR • $$ 320 S. James St., 231.425.9111