Best Lunch Restaurants in East Lansing

9 restaurants available nearby

1. Beggar's Banquet

4.4

Awesome(57)

Price: Moderate

• American • East Lansing

Booked 2 times today

Beggar's Banquet has been making folks in East Lansing, Michigan beg for more since 1973. Not that the servings are small, but because you just don't want to stop experiencing one delicious menu item after another. It actually got its name from the proprietor's favorite Rolling Stones album that was released in 1968. The American cuisine at Beggar's Banquet is full of comfort food but with an elegant twist here and there. Options are plenty on the lunch menu, dinner menu, daily brunch menu and Sunday brunch menu. One notable item is the smoked salmon cake platter. The salmon is house-smoked then formed into three New England-style cakes, each with a different flavoring for variety that goes beyond anything you have ever had. In addition to American items, you'll also adore the "south of the border"options that Beggar's Banquet has to offer.

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2. HopCat - East Lansing

4.6

Exceptional(37)

Price: Moderate

• American • East Lansing

Booked 9 times today

Our second ever HopCat location opened back in 2013! Located right outside of Michigan State University's campus and around the corner from the MSU Union, this location features multiple TVs to make sure you’ll have the best seat in the house to catch the Spartans. HopCat was founded on the principles of bringing local craft beer a bit closer to the communities we love. We’re known for our award-wining Cosmik fries, which are beer battered, sprinkled with our signature cracked black pepper seasoning, and served with a side of warm cheese sauce. From burgers to tacos, our menu offers a range of delicious options. We live the craft lifestyle - beer, cocktails and even craft food made from scratch. With a dedication to local breweries, sustainability and community engagement, HopCat offers craft beer and great food in a vibrant atmosphere for an inclusive, unforgettable experience.

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3. The People's Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(319)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Lansing

Booked 26 times today

We love making our food from scratch. We could not do it without our local farmers! Fun atmosphere, upscale cuisine, craft cocktails and local artist gallery as decor.

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4. Mitchell's Fish Market - Lansing

4.5

Awesome(1718)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Lansing

Booked 25 times today

Mitchell's Fish Market is a premier upscale-casual seafood restaurant concept featuring the absolute freshest seafood. Mitchell’s Lansing has a raw bar, open kitchen, the fish case displaying Today’s catch and customized cutting room and offers a variety of seafood options including grilled or broiled, blackened, cooked Shang Hai style or prepared to your taste. Mitchell’s also offers a Gluten free menu.

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5. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Lansing

4.7

Exceptional(97)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lansing

Booked 19 times today

Time counts at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we’ve continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ’s a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ’s to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we’ve put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven’t just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it’s because of them we’re continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ’s, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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6. Bravo Italian Kitchen - Lansing

4.6

Exceptional(890)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lansing

Booked 40 times today

Bravo Lansing is an upscale-casual Italian restaurant in Lansing, perfect for those seeking authentic pasta, wood-fired pizza, and signature entrées. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and wine in our inviting, family-friendly atmosphere, surrounded by stunning Roman-ruin décor. Planning a holiday party or Thanksgiving celebration? We offer catering services and easy reservations to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Bravo Lansing is the place to eat in Lansing, MI for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

7. Batter Up Bistro

4.2

Awesome(22)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Lansing

Batter Up Bistro is a friendly, beautiful place to unplug, relax and enjoy an incredible experience. The foundation of our menu is our homemade artisan bread that we bake daily in our kitchen. We use only fresh, organic ingredients in all our recipes and take pride in everything we make, bringing out the best of each element and layering them together to create something truly unique and memorable. So bring a friend or loved one and treat yourselves to a special day.

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8. Red Lobster - Lansing

4.5

Awesome(25)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Lansing

Booked 3 times today

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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9. Bordeaux [Wine. Food. Spirits]

4.1

Excellent(25)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Lansing

Meet Bordeaux...Located in the Crowne Plaza Lansing West HotelReal people with a real passion for good wine, food, & spirits. Steaks, pasta, bar fare, desserts and more. With the emphasis on seasonal, local ingredients, Bordeaux serves up breakfast [buffet & à la carte options], lunch and dinner, 7 days/week.Heirloom tomatoes, root vegetables and greens from Ten Hens Farm in Bath, Michigan to cherries from Traverse City, to our housemade bacon jam...There's always something fresh to explore at Bordeaux!Our Cork Room features 80+ wines to choose from. Or, grab a seat at the bar crafted of century-old Timeless Timber (recovered from the Great Lakes), for a beer or cocktail. Stylish private dining rooms for hosting a party or meeting of the minds. We're ready to wow your guests with a tasty and memorable meal at Bordeaux!

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Mike
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My all time favorite place in Lansing. Food and service are always on point.
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Mitchell's Fish Market - LansingPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Lansing
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4.5
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Saravip
Denver / Colorado •33 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Amazing food as always. We were sat by the door when there was no one in the restaurant and asked to move because it was a special occasion…and we wanted to spend time with the people we were dining with…instead they put us in the middle of the room. The restaurant was empty. It would have been nice to not be under the spotlight. The food was delicious!! The service was good not great. The server didn’t seem to know the menu very well or the types of booze they offered. The salad came after the entrees but otherwise it was great!
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The People's KitchenPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Lansing
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4.8
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Michellevip
Los Angeles •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Staff was wonderful! Food was good and it was a great place to watch football
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HopCat - East LansingPrice: Moderate• American• East Lansing
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4.6
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Jo Annvip
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •42 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Nov 2024
Good overall experience! Food was tasty and they didn’t run out of the beer we wanted. Nice server.
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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - LansingPrice: Moderate• American• Lansing
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4.7
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Mark
Las Vegas •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 Sept 2024
Coming back to beggars banquet after 40+ years I was happy to find that the brunch was still great and the vibe was very much as I remembered
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Beggar's BanquetPrice: Moderate• American• East Lansing
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4.4

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. Beggar's Banquet

2. HopCat - East Lansing

3. The People's Kitchen

4. Mitchell's Fish Market - Lansing

5. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Lansing

6. Bravo Italian Kitchen - Lansing

7. Batter Up Bistro

8. Red Lobster - Lansing

9. Bordeaux [Wine. Food. Spirits]

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