Explore Lansing One Bite at a Time: Must-Do Food Experiences

Looking for new and tasty food experiences in Michigan? Lansing delivers with new restaurants, international flavors, hand crafted brews and spirits, beautiful patios, and more. Explore the region one bite at a time with this roundup of must-try culinary adventures.

Taste What's New in Town

There's always something fresh in Lansing's dining scene. With a dozen new restaurants recently opened, the area's already diverse culinary landscape keeps growing. From breakfast spots to chef-driven kitchens and elevated date night dining, there's something new to try for every taste.

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Take a Cooking Class

Get hands-on with Lansing's top chefs. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned foodie seeking inspiration, these classes turn cooking into a fun and memorable outing.

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Try a Unique Food or Beverage Flight

Why settle for one flavor when you can sample a whole lineup? Mix, match, and explore your way through creative flights, and we're not just talking beer and wine. Try soup flights at Soup Spoon Café (be sure to get the pumpkin soup in the fall!), waffle flights at Tin Cup Café & Creamery, or ice cream flights at Capital City Sweets. Sip seasonal coffee flights at Château Coffee Co. and Hooked, or go for cider flights at Phillips Cider Bar & Market.

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Savor International Flavors

You'll find a rich tapestry of tastes that reflect the area's cultural diversity. Explore a world of flavors with Afro-Caribbean spices, sizzling Korean BBQ and Hot Pot, Turkish specialties, comforting Italian dishes and more. 

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Sip & Save with the Craft Beverage Pass

Raise a glass to local craft beverage makers with the FREE digital Craft Beverage Pass. No apps to download, just easy access to exclusive discounts and a list of Greater Lansing's participating breweries, distilleries, and wineries all in one place. Discover new favorites and sip your way through the region's best.

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Dine Outdoors

Greater Lansing is home to more than 100 restaurants offering outdoor dining. Find rooftop views overlooking Michigan State University, riverside oases glowing with twinkle lights, or cozy, tucked-away patios. There's no shortage of spots to dine al fresco and soak in the local vibe.

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Catch a Pop-Up Dining Event

Keep your eye out for seasonal pop-ups and chef-curated dinners that showcase Greater Lansing's culinary creators. These limited-time experiences often feature mutli-course menus and locally sourced ingredients. Tickets are typically required in advanced, as seating is limited and events often sell out quickly.

Red Haven is a prominent farm-to-table venue known for hosting pop-up dinners and cooking classes. Other local favorites like State Room Restaurant, The English Inn, and People's Kitchen have also hosted these special events.

Ready to explore? Whether you're planning a visit or rediscovering your own town, Greater Lansing's culinary scene delivers. Come hungry, and make it a weekend with a stay at a hotel near all the action.

Photography: Choose Lansing (header image—at KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot) and our wonderful members and #lovelansing community—a special thanks for their awesome imagery and social media posts.