Ludington Area
Dining & Restaurants
Most restaurants in Ludington are easily found on the US-10 corridor, but don't miss the many unique dining establishments in and around the downtown region. Choose from fine dining, pizzerias, ice cream parlors, cozy cafes, pubs, coffee shops and good old fashioned family restaurants. Each place comes with small-town, friendly service that makes your dining experience complete. During the busy summer months, it may be wise to call ahead to see if the restaurant you're planning to visit takes reservations.
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Mancino's Pizza & Grinders
W. US-10 at Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 845-6666
www.mancinosludington.com
Original recipes and uncompromised quality make Mancino's a local favorite! We use only the freshest ingredients. Our grinder and pizza dough is made from scratch daily. Serving wings, salads, pasta, wraps, specialty pizzas and traditional favorites. Dine in, carry out. Delivery to Ludington, Hamlin Lake, and Scottville! Open daily at 11am.
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Applebee's
3881 W. US-10, Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 845-0611
www.applebees.com
Everyone loves Applebee's! Come in for a delectable meal at an affordable price. Try an entree off the menu, or order the 2 for $20...2 entrees and an appetizer. Visit our full service lounge, with Happy Hour Monday-Friday from 3-6pm. Daily late-night specials and Carside to Go!
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Brenda's Harbor Cafe
316 S. James St., Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 845-7434
www.brendasharborcafe.com
Friendly, fast, affordable. This family-style restaurant has a clean, cheery atmosphere, casual nautical decor. Breakfast, lunch served daily starting at 5am. Great flavors, hearty portions, homemade soups. Closest family restaurant to the Lake Michigan Carferry dock, just one block from Harbor View Marina. Free Wi-Fi.
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Chef John's Bakery and Cafe
110 W. Filer, Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 843-3327
www.chef-johns.com
Ludington's only European bakery! Start your day right with delicious Eggs Roulade, Homemade Torte, "Eggs in the Nest" or other breakfast favorites. Lunch menu includes specialties like Smoked Chicken, stacked sandwiches, french dip, and The Cafe Special. Also homemade soups and salads, plus bakery items. Open Monday-Saturday 8am-4pm. Take out available.
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Jamesport Brewing Company
410 S. James St., Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 845-2522
www.jamesportbrewingcompany.com
Don't miss Ludington's first hometown Brewpub. Great food and service in a kid-friendly, casual atmosphere. Serving lunch, dinner and cocktails. Try our own hand-crafted beers and delicious homemade specials. Also offering brewery tours, Wi-Fi and covered deck dining. Just blocks from the carferry docks.
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Little Caesars Pizza
5720 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 845-5178
Home of Hot-N-Ready Pizza! One large pepperoni or sausage pizza, just $5.55 all day every day. Also, enjoy our famous Crazy Bread, "yummy" Italian Cheese Bread, fresh salads, or our tasty Caesar Chicken Wings. Open daily at 11am. Locally owned and operated.
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Locally Sourced Foods
Locally Sourced Foods Business Listings
Here you will find produce farms that practice sustainable, organic agriculture, poultry and meat producers that raise free-range and grass fed livestock without the use of hormones or antibiotics, homemade, preservative-free bakeries, as well as cheese and dairy farms. Everything you need that is local and organic!
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Ludington Pizza
Who doesn't love a great pizza? Pizza lovers in the Ludington area can now visit one website with links to all the great pizza places in town. Make LudingtonPizza.com your first stop when you get hungry for dine-in, take-out or delivery of a delicious pizza pie!
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Ludington Weddings & Celebrations
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Start here when planning your next wedding, reunion or party. We're your local connection to finding the perfect restaurant or banquet facility for your event. Discover the finest bakeries and caterers which specialize in spectacularly delicious creations. Also party supplies, wine shops, decorations, and more. Celebrate!
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Mancino's Pizza & Grinders
W. US-10 at Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 845-6666
www.mancinosludington.com
Original recipes and uncompromised quality make Mancino's a local favorite! We use only the freshest ingredients. Our grinder and pizza dough is made from scratch daily. Serving wings, salads, pasta, wraps, specialty pizzas and traditional favorites. Dine in, carry out. Delivery to Ludington, Hamlin Lake, and Scottville! Open daily at 11am.
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Old Hamlin Restaurant
122 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 843-4251
www.oldhamlin.com
Good home cooking since 1942, featuring homemade baked goods. American food with a few Greek, Italian, and Mexican dishes. Soup/salad bar, daily specials. Fri.--all you can eat fish fry; Sun.--roast chicken. Seasonal: breakfast & brunch buffets. Summer: daily buffets. Beer, wine, cocktails. Historic family restaurant, downtown Ludington.
PM Steamers
502 W. Loomis, Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 843-9555
www.pmsteamers.com
Casual waterfront dining overlooking the city marina and carferry. Gracious service, spectacular sunset views, deck dining available. We're committed to using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients in our seasonal changing menu. Choose from prime rib, pasta, seafood, sandwiches, and award-winning desserts. Cocktails, Michigan wines. Reservations, casual attire welcome.
Scotty's
5910 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 843-4033
www.scottysrestaurant.com
Expect quality. Relaxed, casual fine dining. Famous for exceptional service and value. Friendly atmosphere, cocktails. Dinner specialties: prime rib, lake perch, whitefish. Lunch favorites: homemade soups, charbroiled burgers, wonderful salads, kid's menu. Dinner nightly starting at 5pm, lunch Mon.-Fri. 11:30am-2pm, Sunday breakfast 9am-1pm. Reservations recommended.
Table 14
130 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 843-6555
https://www.facebook.com/table14restaurant
Table 14 is a new restaurant on the corner of Rath & Ludington Avenue. Chef Howard Iles is a local talent trained in Charleston, South Carolina. Eclectic farm to table fare with an ever-changing menu and a southern twist. Full bar and banquet facilities available. Are you ready for something different?
The Q Smokehouse
225 S. James St., Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 425-3933
www.ludingtonbbq.com
Taste the most mouth-watering meats, like chicken, ribs, beef brisket, and chopped pork... fresh from the smoker so it practically melts in your mouth. Complement your meal with sides like homemade coleslaw, baked beans and potato salad. Combo meals and desserts available. Check Facebook or the website for current hours.
The Thai Mango
106 N. James St., Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 923-3890
Offering the only authentic Thai food in Ludington! The Thai Mango has a simple yet delicious menu, with vegetarian/vegan options, and most everything they serve is gluten free! Substitute for tofu, beef, or shrimp on request. Order for take-out, delivery, or there are picnic tables just outside the restaurant.
Timbers
320 S. James St., Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 425-9111
Timbers Historic Bar & Grill, formerly James St. Station, will be opening in 2016 and will serve a full menu along with numerous craft beers on tap. Watch the Badger from the Timbers deck or visit the Timbers Loft, a full sports den for the sports enthusiast. Celebrating over 135 years!
West Michigan Restaurants
www.westmichiganrestaurants.com
New! Visit this online directory of local West Michigan restaurants, pubs, and specialty food shops. There's great dining for all tastes in the communities of Ludington, Manistee, Pentwater, and Scottville, plus the Silver Lake Sand Dunes area and along the Pere Marquette River. You'll find menus, coupons, specials, and more compiled in this handy online guide to good food. Bon appetit!
Also see LudingtonPizza.com for Pizza Delivery!
Discover More Restaurants...
Hamlin Lake Restaurants & Dining -- Come by boat or car to dine on Hamlin Lake or visit one of the many restaurants in nearby Ludington.
Dining in Manistee, Michigan -- Experience the many restaurants in the Manistee area, from casual fine dining to pubs and family restaurants.
Dining and Restaurants in the Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area -- Enjoy a large selection of dining venues in Silver Lake, Mears, Hart and Pentwater.
Pentwater, Michigan Restaurants and Dining -- Pentwater's restaurants offer hearty breakfasts, elegant brunches, leisurely lunches and romantic dinners along the lakeshore.
Dining in Scottville, Michigan -- Scottville is one of the finest rural communities in West Michigan. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty breakfast, a casual lunch, or a juicy steak - you'll find it here.
West Michigan Restaurants -- For the largest selection of restaurants in West Michigan, visit WestMichiganRestaurants.com.
Northwest Michigan Area Dining -- Check out the great variety of restaurants found in Grand Traverse, Benzie and Leelanau counties.
Northern Michigan Dining & Restaurants -- In Northern Michigan, Harbor Springs, Charlevoix and Petoskey have many incredible cafes, coffee shops, delis, casual restaurants and fine waterfront dining.
Wisconsin Area Dining and Restaurants -- In the Eastern Wisconsin area, enjoy fine dining, delis, pubs, supper clubs and good old-fashioned family restaurants.
Lakeshore Menu Guide -- Enjoy dining in our beautiful and scenic Lake Michigan destinations. This website includes Michigan & Wisconsin restaurants around the Lake Michigan Circle Tour.
Featured West Michigan Restaurants
- Fine Italian Dining at Luciano's Ristoranti
- The Thai Mango...Ludington's Only Authentic Thai Restaurant!
- Enjoy the Quaint Atmosphere of T.J.'s Pub in Downtown Manistee
- It's Worth the Drive to Johnny's Restaurant of Custer
- The Best Homemade Food Can Be Found at North Country Cafe in Scottville
- The Bungalow Inn of Manistee--Award Winning Food and Service
- Pentwater's Boathouse Bar & Grille