Are you tired of eating at the same restaurants in Lansing? Maybe a little roadtrip out of town is what you need.

With so many small towns around the Lansing area you won't have any problem finding a "small town restaurant" to eat at. There's something special about the restaurant in a small town that is the local "favorite" to go to. When I visit small towns and eat or shop at their businesses I feel a sense of gratitude from the owners. That is something that I don't feel to often in Lansing.

It's not uncommon for my family to travel to Laingsburg, Perry, Mason or other small surrounding communities to grab a bite to eat. We enjoy the drive and supporting a small "mom and pop" store or restaurant feels good.

Sometimes restaurants are only open for breakfast and lunch. Other times restaurants in small towns might be the only one that exists and they are open normal hours. Keep in mind that these restaurants operate on a budget and sometimes staffing can be an issue, just like everywhere else.

I asked on FB what some of your favorite small town restaurants are, you didn't hold back. Thank you for the feedback. I'm looking forward to taking a short roadtrip to some of our smaller towns in the Lansing area to try some new grub and support local.

Small Town Restaurants That Are a Short Drive From Lansing

Family Tree Cafe

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Head to Dewitt and visit them at 129 1/2 S Bridge St, DeWitt, MI 48820.

Mason Depot Diner

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Mason is a fun town, try them out at 111 Mason St, Mason, MI 48854.

South Riley Grocery, Tavern & Grill

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Dewitt is where it's at. I've heard nothing but rave reviews. Visit 10777 Francis Rd, DeWitt, MI 48820.

MorningLory Cafe & Bakery

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Dimondale is cute, try their food at 115 N Bridge St, Dimondale, MI 48821.

Tammy's Bakery And Café

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I'm a BIG FAN of Tammy's. Great food and staff at 232 E Grand River Rd, Laingsburg, MI 48848.

Boss Cider

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Head to Leslie and pay a visit to 139 S Main St, Leslie, MI 49251.

Cugino's

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They've got tasty Italian food at 306 S Bridge St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837.

English Inn

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They serve awesome food and they have the pub too at 677 S Michigan Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827.

Schuler's Restaurant & Pub

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Get some of that awesome bar cheese and enjoy a meal at 115 S Eagle St, Marshall, MI 49068.

The Tipsy Cow

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Take the backroad drive to Elsie and see them at 145 E Main St, Elsie, MI 48831.

Amy’s Downtown Diner

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Countless people talk Amy's up, try it for yourself at 115 S Main St, Perry, MI 48872.

Eaton Rapids Craft Co.

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This is an old pic, the restaurant is complete and open. The ambience is welcoming. I love going here. The food is awesome and it's always a blast at 204 N Main St, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827.

Swany's Pub & Grub

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St. Johns is a wonderful community and the food is good at 310 N Clinton Ave, St Johns, MI 48879.

Williamston Roadhouse

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This place looks cool, complete with driving range at 3700 E Grand River Ave, Williamston, MI 48895.

Las Flores LLC

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Tasty Mexican food awaits you at 203 S Main St, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827.

Joe-Lee's Crosswind Cafe

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This place is unique in that it is located at the airport. I wrote about them last year, read it here. Your meal is served adjacent to the runways. It's worth the trip to see them at 208 Airport Dr, Owosso, MI 48867.

J & J Eaton Place

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Head to Charlotte and eat well at 218 S Cochran Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813.

Bears 105 Diner

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Perry has some good grub and you can visit at 3034 Lansing Rd, Perry, MI 48872.

Farmer's Steakhouse

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I'll be a first timer when I visit 140 Main St, Mulliken, MI 48861.

Sunnyside Cafe

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Locals love it, make the trip to 725 W Grand River Ave, Williamston, MI 48895.

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