The best restaurants in Upper Peninsula

“Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.”

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

“Housemade beers join sandwiches & comfort food in a sparse setting with a separate lounge.”

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

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

“Locals know Hilltop Restaurant for homestyle plates that actually taste homemade, plus those famous giant cinnamon rolls that laugh at your willpower. Swing up for a cozy meal, tomato basil soup that hits the spot, and hilltop views this week because you earned it.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 21, 2026

“Craving a low-key night this week that still feels like a night out?”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 5, 2026

“Finn & Feather Northwoods Cuisine keeps it low-key while turning out in-house chef creations… signature salads, smoked meats, custom-grind burgers, and Great Lakes inspired plates you won’t find anywhere else on Lake Gogebic.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 16, 2026

“The Pizza Place keeps it homey with creative-topped pies, craveable cheese bread, and a sesame-seed crust that makes the last bite the one you look forward to. A solid go-to when you want local comfort without fuss, just good pizza.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 4, 2026

“Moose du Nord nails the Upper Peninsula one-stop vibe with house-made pizza and subs, specialty espresso drinks, and 36 flavors of hand-dipped ice cream, plus a UP gift shop featuring local artists. Fill the tank, grab wings or a slice, then snag a souvenir that isn't tacky.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 3, 2026

“Craving an easy win tonight, Main Street Pizza - Gladstone has that hometown, handmade vibe dialed in with pies that actually taste like something, plus hearty subs, wings and those dangerously good Cheese Stix. Old-school favorite Street Special hits the salty-savory spot, and the Apple Pizza is a warm, sweet flex.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 13, 2026

“P. flavors, from crispy whitefish tacos made with VanLandschoot & Sons catch to their burrito-with-a-peninsula accent, Yoopurritos. Street-style, fun names, and rotating specials keep it fresh so you can happily pretend salsa counts as a vegetable.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 10, 2026

“Need an easy win this week? Archie's West Bay Diner is that casual roadside go-to for hearty breakfasts, lunch favorites from pizzas to pasties, hot coffee, milkshakes, and desserts that make afternoons better, no fuss required.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 20, 2026

“This week, head to Breakers Resort and Beach Bar for pies from their Pizza Bar, lakeside hangs, and cocktails by the fire pit with those Lake Huron views. It’s the kind of St. Ignace evening that makes “just one slice” turn into, well, a situation.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, August 22, 2026

“When you need something easy this week that still hits the spot, Mighty Mack Snack Shack turns out breakfast staples, classic pies, and build-your-own pizzas loaded with everything from jalapeños to pickles.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 14, 2026

“When the lake’s calling, The Club at Breakers answers with a chef-inspired menu, curated cocktails, and those panoramic Lake Huron views that magically reset your week. Grab a table, catch live music from local artists, then wander out to the nightly beach bonfire like you own the shoreline.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 17, 2026

“Breakers Beach Bar Woodfired Pizza + Cocktails is St. Ignace’s only woodfired pizza spot, serving hand-tossed pies like the tangy Garden of Eating and the meaty Sergeant Pepper alongside easygoing cocktails, all with panoramic Lake Huron views. Perfect excuse to make weeknights feel like beach days.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, August 20, 2026

“BC Pizza nails the no-fuss, all-flavor thing with specialty pies, build-your-own pasta, grinders, wraps, hearty salads, appetizers, and desserts. Perfect for those nights you don’t want to cook but still crave hometown pizza credibility and a menu that keeps everyone at the table happy.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Voted Best Pizza in Delta County, The Saloon turns from-scratch dough and homemade sauce into those craveable, award-winning pies locals brag about. If you’re not in a pizza mood, their juicy Hereford burgers, crispy cowboy-style wings, and 20 drafts make Gladstone nights feel easy.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 11, 2026

“Pizza Shack is that no frills local spot for classic pies loaded right, toasted subs that actually satisfy, and simple salads when you’re pretending to be good. Perfect for a lazy Tuesday or post-lake night when dishes feel illegal.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, August 27, 2026

“Need an easy, satisfying bite that isn’t trying too hard, Suffolk Street Eatery sticks to the good stuff with wraps, burgers, salads, and classic deli fare in a relaxed vibe. P. day or when you just want a solid sandwich without the song and dance.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 3, 2026

“Hideout Bar & Grill inside Big Powderhorn Mountain’s Gun Barrel Lodge is the low-key spot for satisfying plates, a cold regional beer, and even vegan options. Treat yourself after a day on the hill or when you just want that ski-lodge comfort without the lift ticket.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 12, 2026

“, UP-N-Smoke Southern BBQ turns out on-site smoked meats kissed with hickory and pecan, Whitney Creek Farm chicken, and peach cobbler made with actual Georgia peaches, with sweet tea or lemonade to finish the job.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 12, 2026

“Black River Crossing Bed & Breakfast is that close-to-home escape with three themed rooms, two with fireplaces and whirlpool tubs, hearty breakfasts that actually feel like a treat, and 28 acres of trails to the Black River. Grab a gazebo hang, soak under the stars, then call it a night.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 8, 2026

“Den-O's Sports Bar is that no-frills, everyone-knows-your-order kind of spot locals lean on when the schedule gets spicy. P. scoreboard banter.”

From the Upper Peninsula newsletter, September 2, 2026