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Restaurants, bars and cafés with great food & drinks in the Munising area

Munising offers a variety of eating options for everyone's taste buds. With Lake Superior in our backyard, many area restaurants offer fresh Lake Superior fish including salmon, trout and whitefish. Want to try a pasty (the 'a' pronounced as in 'cat')? You're in luck, most Munising restaurants offer homemade pasties on their menus. There are also great breakfast and lunch options in the area to help you make it through the day. After a day of sightseeing why relax at one of our cafés or saloons for a tasty beverage. Many places offer live music throughout the year!

Sydney's Restaurant & Shark Bay Bar

Sydney's Restaurant

Sydney's Menu

Our menu features great food for all appetites. We have a full breakfast menu as well as great lunch and dinner menus to make sure you don't leave hungry. Craving something sweet? Try one of our delicious desserts!

  • Hand-cut steaks
  • Fresh Lake Superior fish
  • Vast array of sandwiches & burgers
  • Tasty brews, drink specials & live music in the Shark Bay Bar

address: M-28 East, Munising
Shark Bay BarGPS coordinates: N 46° 24.532 W 86° 38.886
tel:
(906) 387-4067
website: www.sydneysrestaurant.com
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The Brownstone Inn
Brownstone Inn

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Established in 1946, a visit to the Brownstone Inn is a must when you're in the Munising area. Located 2 miles west of AuTrain, this historic restaurant offers a variety of delicious lunch and dinner items that are sure to satisfy. Their large menu selection has something for everyone – from Filet Mignon with Stuffed Crab to the Brownstone Burger, a local favorite. For those traveling by snowmobile or ATV, the Brownstone is conveniently located off trail 417. We hope to see you soon!

Fine Diningaddress: E4635 M-28 West, AuTrain
GPS coordinates: N 46° 26.471 W 86° 53.108
tel:
(906) 892-8332
website: www.brownstoneinn.net
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  • Lunch all day, dinner after 3pm
  • Kids menu
  • Filet mignon & ribeye steaks
  • Lake Superior whitefish
  • Unique appetizers
  • Soups & salads
  • Burgers & sandwiches
  • Tasty desserts
  • Mixed drinks, wine & beer selection
  • Domestic, imported & locally brewed beers
  • Private dining room - Onota Room
  • ATV/snowmobile trail access
Dogpatch Restaurant & Gift Shop
Dogpatch Restaurant

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Since 1966, the Dogpatch Restaurant has offered great tasting meals in a very unique atmosphere. The "Patch" is home of the legendary vittles including a huge soup and salad bar, a country breakfast, seafood, steaks and great sandwiches. While you're at the Dogpatch make sure to visit the gift shop and see their wide selection of items... from local souvenirs and clothing to unique handmade gifts, they have something for everyone in your family. We hope to see you soon at the Dogpatch!

Gift Shopaddress: 325 E. Superior St., Munising
GPS coordinates: N 46° 24.549 W 86° 39.051
tel:
(906) 387-9948
e-mail: visittheup@yahoo.com
website: www.dogpatchrestaurant.com
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  • Country breakfast
  • Large soup & salad bar
  • Burgers & sandwiches
  • Seafood & steaks
  • Great Lakes fish
  • Appetizers
  • Draft beers & rail drinks
  • Quality gift shop with many items
  • Large parking lot for trailers/RVs
North Shore Lodge
North Shore Lodge

Grand Marais MINorth Shore Lodge is a year-round resort with great accommodations and food that will make your visit to Grand Marais a relaxing one. Many outdoor attractions plus Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore are only a short drive away!

address: 22020 Coast Guard Point, Grand Marais, MI 49839
GPS coordinates: N 46° 40.644 W 85° 58.404
Grand Marais lodgingtel:
(906) 494-2361
e-mail: visittheup@yahoo.com
website:
www.northshorelodgemi.com
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  • 42 large unit motel
  • 8 housekeeping cabins
  • Restaurant and lounge
  • Private Lake Superior beach
  • Large gift shop
  • Indoor pool & hot tub
  • Snowmobile rentals & trail access
  • Close to "Grand Marais Music
    & Arts Festival"
Chamberlin's Ole Forest Inn
dining and lodging

Located in Curtis MICentrally located in the Upper Peninsula, Chamberlin's Ole Forest Inn is a historic lakeside country inn that also offers casual fine dining. With its 19th century charm, stay in one of their unique and modern guest rooms to get a great nights rest. Besides beautiful accommodations, Chamberlin's is also known for their fantastic dinner menu and specialty drinks in the Pub. During the warmer months, enjoy the breathtaking views while dining on the wrap-around veranda. Call today to book your room or make dinner reservations at the historic Chamberlin's Ole Forest Inn!

casual fine diningaddress: N9450 Hwy. 33, Curtis, MI
GPS coordinates: N 46° 12.991 W 85° 44.061
tel:
(906) 586-6000 or 1-800-292-0440
email: info@chamberlinsinn.com
website: www.chamberlinsinn.com
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  • 19th century charm & modern-day convenience
  • 11 distinctive guest rooms
  • Casual fine dining & pub
  • Open year-round
  • Outdoor hot tub
  • Massage services by appt.
  • Wireless Internet
  • Close to area attractions
  • Weekend entertainment
  • Can host large groups & meetings
Johnny Dogs
johnny dogs

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If you're looking for something to break the norm, then Johnny Dogs should be your destination for great tasting food! Their speciality are gourmet jumbo hot dogs that are great for lunch, dinner or anytime. Besides the wide variety of delicious hot dogs, they also have sandwiches, burgers, hand-cut fries, soups and nachos. Johnny Dogs also has a daily special which includes favorites such as pot roast and mashed potatoes, Italian sausage, meatloaf and other great comfort foods. Having a party? Johnny Dogs offers catering, themed parties & pig roasts. Stop by and experience Johnny Dogs!

lunch and dinnerhours: 11am til late, Monday-Saturday
address: 106 Lynn Street, Munising
GPS coordinates: N 46° 24.710 W 86° 39.429
tel:
(906) 387-1300
website: www.johnnydogsonline.com
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  • Gourmet jumbo hot dogs
  • Burgers & sandwiches
  • Nachos & fries
  • Daily specials
  • Always fresh, never frozen
  • Summer outdoor seating
  • Catering, themed parties & private pig roasts available
  • Cash & personal checks accepted. No credit cards please
Muldoons Pasties & Gifts
Muldoons Pasty Shop

A trip to Muldoons for their award winning pasty (pronounced pass-tee) is a must if you are visiting Munising. Voted #1 in the Upper Peninsula, Muldoons offers traditional and vegetarian pasties that are sure to provide a hot and delicious meal anytime of day.  

Pasties originated as a meal for the miners of Cornwall, England, and later Michigan's Upper Peninsula. A pasty is a pie that is made without the benefit of a pan to shape it. Muldoons pasties are Cornish meat pasties made with potato, ground beef, onion, rutabaga, and carrot, baked in a piecrust. Vegetarian and apple pasties are also available.

pastyaddress: 1246 M-28 West, Munising
GPS coordinates: N 46° 25.522 W 86° 39.688
tel: (906) 387-5880
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  • Award-winning
  • Fresh, made daily
  • Beef, Veggie or Apple available
  • Indoor & outdoor seating
  • Frozen pasties available
  • Large selection of U.P. gifts
Rock River Café
Thomas Baugnet

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Just a 15-minute drive from Munising, the Rock River Café is a place you won't want to miss. The chef uses only fresh local ingredients – everything from the salad greens to the natural Angus grass fed beef right from the farmer. Fish is pan-seared and available with a variety of sauces. Whitefish and Lake Trout are fresh from our local fishery. Vegan and vegetarian selections available. Seating area is limited, so reservations are encouraged.

winter hours:
Tues.-Sat. 7am-8pm (Full breakfast 'til 1pm; dinner starts at 5pm)
Sun. 11am-7pm
Mon. Closed

address: N5298 Rock River Rd., Chatham
GPS coordinates:
N 46° 20.845 W 86° 55.748
Rock River Cafetel: (906) 439-5509
e-mail: Rock.River.Cafe@gmail.com
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  • Fresh Lake Superior Fish
  • Local Grass Fed, USDA Angus Steak
  • Café prepared salad dressings
  • Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner specials
  • Pasties
  • Homemade desserts
  • Organic coffee
  • Cappucino, latte, chai, mocha
  • Smoothies
Hardee's
Hardee's

On the go and need a quick bite? Then Hardee's of Munising is just the stop for you. No matter the time of day, they offer a variety of menu items to satisfy your appetite. Make sure to try one of their delicious hand-scooped shakes and malts that comes in a variety of flavors. It's the perfect treat while your visit the Munising area.

hours: M-TH 6am-11pm, F & SAT 6am-12am, SUN 7am-11pm

address: 525 M-28 East, Munising
GPS coordinates: N 46° 24.325 W 85° 38.976
tel:
(906) 387-5750
Superior Hardwareemail: info@superiorhardware.net
website: www.hardees.com
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  • Breakfast Menu
  • Charbroiled Hamburgers & Turkey Burgers
  • Chicken Fillet Sandwich & Chicken Tenders
  • Natural-Cut French Fries & Beer Battered Onion Rings
  • Awesome Shakes & Malts
  • Low Carb & Veggie Options

Corktown Bar - 109 Elm Avenue, Munising

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