9 East Lansing Area Spots Voted “Michigan’s Best College Eats”
Deliciousness is never too far away in East Lansing. Being a college town, East Lansing has a multitude of eateries to accommodate both the shear number of people (think about how many people come to East Lansing for big game days...) and all the different taste preferences. It's no wonder that when MLive did a poll asking people to vote for Michigan's Best College Eats, that nine different East Lansing eateries made the list.
Michigan State students and alumni, as well as East Lansing residents know how good all the restaurants are in East Lansing. If you want to plan a weekend eating excursion and try to grab a meal at all the different restaurants that were voted "Michigan's Best College Eats", check them out in the list below.
Plus, it wasn't just East Lansing spots that made the list. People voted for their favorite restaurants from all the different Michigan college towns, like Ann Arbor, Kalamazoo, and more. Check out the full list here.
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The Peanut Barrel
The Peanut Barrel in Downtown East Lansing is always a favorite. They offer up excellent burgers and sandwiches, along with a chance to play darts.
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Crunchy's
Crunchy's is famous for their burgers, pizza, and buckets of beer. Plus, karaoke!
- 3
El Azteco
El Azteco has been around for ages. It offers up great food and great views, with their roof top patio.
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Beggar's Banquet
Brunch, lunch, dinner... no matter what meal you're having, it's going to be delicious at Beggar's.
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Dagwood's Tavern & Grill
Dagwood's, while technically in Lansing, is definitely a favorite college eat. They've got a delicious and wallet-friendly burger, beer, and fries lunch special. Not to mention numerous fried appetizers to enjoy during game time.
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Harrison Roadhouse
Harrison Roadhouse has good food, good live entertainment, and has a proximity to Michigan State's campus that can't be beat.
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Conrad's Grill
Giant grilled wraps that include everything from ham and chicken and tater tots, to a variety of cheeses and sauces. It's perfect for on-the-go eating and/or to cure that hangover.
- 8
Menna's Joint
Menna's also serves up giant grilled wraps! You can get them for pick up or delivery.
- 9
Charlie Kang's
Charlie Kang's recently moved to a new location, but it's not too far away from where it originally was. And it still serves fantastic food. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu.