The best restaurants in Essexville

18 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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A menu specializing in classic Asian-inspired dishes in a relaxed setting with vibrant decor.

4124 Wilder Rd (Bay City)

A menu specializing in classic Asian-inspired dishes in a relaxed setting with vibrant decor.

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Refined B&B in 1886 redbrick mansion offering fireside breakfast & nightly wine & cheese socials.

900 5th St (Bay City)

Refined B&B in 1886 redbrick mansion offering fireside breakfast & nightly wine & cheese socials.

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Wendy's

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Fast-food burger chain serving sides such as chili & baked potatoes.

2640 Center Ave

Fast-food burger chain serving sides such as chili & baked potatoes.

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Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.

2612 Center Ave (Bay City)

Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.

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No-frills pizzeria offering Chicago-style pies & slices with lots of toppings, plus weekly specials.

608 State St (Bay City)

No-frills pizzeria offering Chicago-style pies & slices with lots of toppings, plus weekly specials.

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Jimmy John's

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Counter-serve chain specializing in sub & club sandwiches, plus signature potato chips.

4112 Wilder Rd (Bay City)

Counter-serve chain specializing in sub & club sandwiches, plus signature potato chips.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

4050 Wilder Rd (Bay City)

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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No-frills pizzeria offering Chicago-style pies & slices with lots of toppings, plus weekly specials.

476 N Tuscola Rd (Bay City)

No-frills pizzeria offering Chicago-style pies & slices with lots of toppings, plus weekly specials.

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Taco Bell

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Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

1555 Center Ave

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

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Quaint, family-owned spot specializing in pizza & pasta plus starters, subs & salads (but no bar).

507 E Midland St (Bay City)

Quaint, family-owned spot specializing in pizza & pasta plus starters, subs & salads (but no bar).

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Grampa Tony's

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Laid-back local chain outlet serving pizza, subs, steak sandwiches & other Italian-American fare.

1108 Columbus Ave (Bay City)

Laid-back local chain outlet serving pizza, subs, steak sandwiches & other Italian-American fare.

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D'Angelo's

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No-frills counter-serve spot providing specialty pizza as well as wings & burgers, plus vegan bites.

1305 Columbus Ave (Bay City)

No-frills counter-serve spot providing specialty pizza as well as wings & burgers, plus vegan bites.

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Taco Bell

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Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

260 Washington Ave (Bay City)

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

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Domino's Pizza

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Delivery, carryout & dine-in chain offering a wide range of pizzas, plus a variety of other dishes & sides.

521 Washington Ave (Bay City)

Delivery, carryout & dine-in chain offering a wide range of pizzas, plus a variety of other dishes & sides.

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Subway

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Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

1512 Center Ave

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

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Brick-walled restaurant with a retro speakeasy vibe, serving seafood, steaks & pasta.

203 Center Ave (Bay City)

Brick-walled restaurant with a retro speakeasy vibe, serving seafood, steaks & pasta.

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W.H. Ales Brewpub pours fresh, house-brewed beers and turns out hearty comfort food that hits the spot. Expect rotating twists on pub…

804 E Midland St (Bay City)

H. Ales Brewpub pours fresh, house-brewed beers and turns out hearty comfort food that hits the spot. Expect rotating twists on pub staples, easygoing hangout energy, and pints built for weeknight catchups or that lazy, well-earned exhale.

From the Tri Cities newsletter, August 24, 2026

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Prost Wine Bar & Charcuterie brings a lively, contemporary vibe to Bay City with a full bar, shareable small plates, and charcuterie boards…

283 Uptown Dr (Bay City)

Prost Wine Bar & Charcuterie brings a lively, contemporary vibe to Bay City with a full bar, shareable small plates, and charcuterie boards that turn any catch-up into a proper occasion. Keep an eye on their live music nights and brunch... both pair nicely with whatever's in your glass.

From the Tri Cities newsletter, September 14, 2026

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