It’s lunchtime in Greater Lansing and you’re trying to figure out where to go. You may be trying to schedule a business lunch meeting, visiting the area, or just want to go with your friends, family or co-workers to grab a bite to eat. And then it starts. “Where do you want to go?” and then “What’s open for lunch?” If you’re looking for something locally owned, with lunchtime hours, why not try the following restaurants?
*Please call ahead to ensure that the restaurants are open as open times may change due to staffing.
Modest take-out or eat-in place offering a familiar selection of rolls & sashimi, plus bubble tea.
Open Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Extensive wine list and rotating craft beer selections. Comfort food with a twist of elegance.
Open: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. (brunch is 9 a.m.-3 p.m.)
Bustling bar & grill with craft beers on tap, hearty pub grub, house cocktails, plus a roomy patio.
Open Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
A neighborhood bar and grill with affordable prices and great burgers and sandwiches.
Open Tue.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun.-Mon. Closed
Enjoy an elevated spin on the classic bar menu with local ingredients and new-age plates. Come as you are in our laid-back and comfortable atmosphere!
Open Mon.-Sun. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
Offering great appetizers, salads, bowls, burgers and granite-baked pizza. Oh, and great craft brews.
Open Sun.-Thu. Noon-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. Noon.-10 p.m.
Brisket, beef and pork options. Small seasonal courtyard patio.
Open Tue.-Sat. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. Noon-5 p.m., Mon. Closed.
All American cuisine with locally sourced ingredients.
Open Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sports bar serving American chow & daily drink deals
Open Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-midnight, Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-2 a.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Scratch kitchen, diverse menu, great service.
Open Sun.-Thu. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-midnight
Informal Mexican restaurant featuring classic taqueria fare and outdoor seating options.
Open Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Located north of the Lansing Center and overlooking the Grand River and the Lansing River Trail, Lansing Shuffle has five new restaurants (Browndog Creamery pictured) and a bar and upcoming shuffleboard courts! Open Tue.-Sun. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Read MoreIndoor and outdoor seating. Creative menu that changes frequently.
Open Wed.–Fri. 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 5-8 p.m. Mon.-Tue. Closed.
Pizzeria with a laid-back feel plus airy dining room serving deep-dish pies and other Italian eats.
Open Mon.-Sun. 10:30-4 a.m.
Craft BBQ with in-house smoked meats. Sandwiches, meats, tacos and sides.
Open Mon.-Sun. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Craft BBQ with in-house smoked meats. Sandwiches, meats, tacos and sides.
Open Mon.-Sun. 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
A wood-fired, brick oven pizza restaurant owned and operated by Saddleback BBQ. Also offering fresh salads, breadsticks, & meatballs along with our infamous pizza selections. Offering take-out, delivery, and dine-in.
Open Mon.-Sun. 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
A wood-fired, brick oven pizza restaurant owned and operated by Saddleback BBQ. Also offering fresh salads, breadsticks, & meatballs along with our infamous pizza selections. Offering take-out, delivery, and dine-in.
Read MoreJapanese staples from sushi to katsu in a contemporary space with traditional low tables.
Open Tue.-Thu. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., 4:30-8:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., 4:30-9:30 p.m., Sun. 4:30-8:30 p.m., Mon. Closed.
Colorful & cozy cafe offers homemade soup, a diverse menu of homestyle eats & regional beer.
Open Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. Closed
Burgers, barbeque, salads and of course craft beer.
Open Tue.-Thu. 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. Noon-8 p.m., Mon. Closed.
Award winning pies. Quiches, sandwiches, and delicious baked goods.
Open Tue.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Closed Sun.-Mon.
The vision of the GLCVB is to inspire everyone to celebrate and love Greater Lansing as much as we do! Which goes hand in hand with our mission, to positively impact our community’s quality of life by developing the region as a visitor destination. What that boils down to is we want you to love Greater Lansing just like we do.