Last updated October 22, 2026 · ranked from 17,529 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 9 restaurant patios in and around Lansing, MI, led by Meat BBQ, Soup Spoon Café and The People's Kitchen. Together they have 17,529 Google reviews; Meat BBQ has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.7. Every place on the list is in Lansing, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Meat BBQMeat BBQ holds a 4.7 Google rating across 5,220 reviews in Old Town, listed on Google as barbecue.
Soup Spoon CaféHomemade soup and meals spanning breakfast through dinner give Soup Spoon Café’s outdoor seating an all-day draw.1Barbecue · $$ · Old Town
Own this business? Claim itMeat BBQ holds a 4.7 Google rating across 5,220 reviews in Old Town, listed on Google as barbecue.
“This was the best BBQ we've ever had! The ribs and brisket were both delicious and the brisket was sooo tender! The waitress was super nice and attentive as well. Will defintely be back!!”
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2Bar · $$ · Eastside / Michigan Avenue
Own this business? Claim itHomemade soup and meals spanning breakfast through dinner give Soup Spoon Café’s outdoor seating an all-day draw. Vegan and vegetarian choices broaden the menu, while reviewers praise the soups, including smoked tomato bisque and chicken noodle. It holds a 4.6 Google rating from 3,234 reviews; reservations are accepted and recommended for brunch and dinner.
“Love that they have vegan options. Food was delicious and quick! Love the cocktails and the server was very nice!”
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3Restaurant · $$ · Frandor
Own this business? Claim itThe People's Kitchen holds a 4.5 Google rating across 1,672 reviews in Frandor, listed on Google as restaurant.
“One of the go to spots in town. Especially the brunch menu on weekends. Highly recommend and the staff is always great.”
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4Cocktail bar · $ · Stadium District
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“Can't stop showing up here for some reason”
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5Restaurant · $$ · Westside / Saginaw Highway
Own this business? Claim itOne North Kitchen and Bar in Lansing, MI offers indoor dining and outdoor seating at 5001 W Saginaw Hwy. The casual, cozy setting includes a fireplace, an on-site bar, live music and a setup suited to watching sports. Breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner are available, with lunch and dinner listed among its popular uses. Food offerings include comfort food, small plates, healthier choices, and vegan and vegetarian options, along with dessert and late-night food. The bar serves beer, wine and cocktails, with happy-hour food and drinks also available. The restaurant welcomes families and groups, accepts reservations and has a private dining room. Children’s menus, high chairs and changing tables are provided. Wheelchair-accessible features include the entrance, parking, restrooms and seating. For meals away from the dining room, takeout, delivery, no-contact delivery and catering are available. Parking options include free lot and street parking as well as paid lot parking. Its Google rating is 4.4 from 1,668 reviews.
“Noon on Saturday 9/12 Had the burger of the week... The ranch Burger, fabulous Service with a smile was great.”
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6Bar · $$ · Stadium District
Own this business? Claim itArt's Pub holds a 4.3 Google rating across 2,187 reviews in Stadium District, listed on Google as bar.
“Wanted to try something new for breakfast, and Art's was a perfect stop. The menu was full of unique options. From a breakfast pizza to amazing omelets. Then you have waffles to great takes on hash. I tried the city slicker omelet wit…”
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7Bar · $ · Stadium District
Own this business? Claim itMoriarty's Pub is an Irish-American bar at 802 E Michigan Ave in Lansing, MI, with a casual, cozy atmosphere and an upbeat mix of entertainment. Live music, comedy, darts tournaments and trivia nights are among its offerings, alongside bar games and sports watching. It is suitable for groups as well as solo dining, with table service, indoor seating and outdoor seating available. The menu centers on basic bar food, including food served at the bar. Drinks include beer, cocktails, liquor and wine, and happy-hour offerings cover both food and drinks. The pub has a 4.5-star Google rating from 584 reviews. Practical amenities include free parking in a lot and on the street, plus a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking and restroom. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted. Moriarty's offers dine-in service but does not offer delivery or accept reservations.
“I can't speak on the food there, but service was good and had a good time playing darts with people there.”
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8Restaurant · $$ · Frandor
Own this business? Claim itThe Old Bag of Nails Pub in Lansing, MI is a branch of a local bar chain serving American comfort food, with signature battered fish ’n’ chips as a defining menu item. Located at 210 Cascade Blvd, it serves lunch, dinner and dessert, along with small plates and late-night food. The atmosphere is casual and cozy, making this date-night listing an option for a pub meal rather than a formal dinner. An on-site bar serves beer, cocktails, wine and liquor, with both food and drinks available for happy hour. The pub is popular for lunch and dinner and accommodates groups and solo diners. Sports watching, outdoor seating and table service are among its features, while reservations, takeout and delivery provide several ways to plan a meal. Families have access to a children’s menu and high chairs. The entrance, parking, seating and restroom are wheelchair accessible. Free lot and street parking are listed, along with paid lot parking. Its Google rating is 4.3 from 679 reviews.
“Outstanding customer service with easy to use the online order”
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9Sports bar · $$ · Stadium District
Own this business? Claim itNuthouse Sports Grill is a sports bar at 420 E Michigan Ave in Lansing, MI, serving American food in a casual setting. A wall of plasma TVs supports sports viewing, while bar games, trivia nights and live performances add other activities. The bar serves beer, cocktails, wine and liquor, with daily drink deals and happy-hour food and drinks. Food is also available at the bar. Its Google rating is 4.1 from 1,500 reviews. The business offers dine-in service, table service, outdoor seating and takeout, and accepts reservations. It accommodates groups and solo diners, welcomes children and LGBTQ patrons, and is listed as popular with tourists. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, seating and restroom. Parking options include free lot parking, free street parking and paid lot parking. Wi-Fi is available, and customers can pay by credit card, debit card or NFC mobile payment.
“Love Morgan she was an awesome waitress! Thank you”
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| # | Place | Google rating | Price | Google reviews | Neighborhood | Phone | Open now |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Meat BBQ | 4.7(5,220)4.7 out of 5 from 5220 reviews (Google rating) | $$ | 5,220 | Old Town | +1517-580-4400 | — |
| 2 | Soup Spoon Café | 4.6(3,248)4.6 out of 5 from 3248 reviews (Google rating) | $$ | 3,248 | Eastside / Michigan Avenue | +1517-316-2377 | — |
| 3 | The People's Kitchen | 4.5(1,672)4.5 out of 5 from 1672 reviews (Google rating) | $$ | 1,672 | Frandor | +1517-507-5730 | — |
| 4 | Stober's Bar | 4.6(755)4.6 out of 5 from 755 reviews (Google rating) | $ | 755 | Stadium District | +1517-487-4464 | — |
| 5 | One North Kitchen and Bar - Lansing | 4.4(1,668)4.4 out of 5 from 1668 reviews (Google rating) | $$ | 1,668 | Westside / Saginaw Highway | +1517-901-5001 | — |
| 6 | Art's Pub | 4.3(2,195)4.3 out of 5 from 2195 reviews (Google rating) | $$ | 2,195 | Stadium District | +1517-977-1033 | — |
| 7 | Moriarty's Pub | 4.5(586)4.5 out of 5 from 586 reviews (Google rating) | $ | 586 | Stadium District | +1517-485-5287 | — |
| 8 | The Old Bag of Nails Pub - Lansing | 4.3(679)4.3 out of 5 from 679 reviews (Google rating) | $$ | 679 | Frandor | +1517-826-6266 | — |
| 9 | Nuthouse Sports Grill | 4.1(1,506)4.1 out of 5 from 1506 reviews (Google rating) | $$ | 1,506 | Stadium District | +1517-484-6887 | — |
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