Mayfair Bar

Yes Henry's Place is in a strip mall and is a locals type place. We found it to be welcoming spot…read moreto eat, drink and be merry! We sat at the bar but there are many tables for dining. Our bartender did his best to keep our drinks full and helped us with our food order. We had a shrimp and fries basket and a smash burger. Both items were very good and fresh. The shrimp were hand breaded and huge. Henry's is a worthwhile stop, check it out.

Just found this place. Food and staff are great. It has a very friendly neighborhood kind of place…read more Jimmy the bartender is the best!!!!

Reuben Egg Roles

Lobster Roll

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Grilled Salmon and Brussels

The Irish Pub

4.2(37 reviews)

8.7 mi

Locally owned & operated

Sports on TV

Had a nice time service, food, and drinks for real good…read more Friendly staff. Nice place to hang out.

Dined here at 12 pm on a Saturday, small amount of people so it wasn't too busy…read more Service: it was good, waitress was very nice and was quick with refills and the bill Food: there was a lot of options for food, I ended up getting the Guinness Chicken which came with bread and two sides, I got onion rings and a Caesar salad. All for $14 which is a really good deal. The chicken was some of the best chicken I've had ever, it was drenched in their bbq sauce which I love, the Caesar was a good portion size and onion rings were crisp. There was a lot of TVs in the bar to watch sports, and had many great deals for food as well, highly recommended coming to eat here. I will be back

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Buddies Pub & Grill

2.8(65 reviews)

2.4 mi

Wanted a good burger. Thought of Buddies and it did not…read moredisappoint. Attentive service by Lili M If you want a good, moist and flavorful burger go there.

We've been coming to Buddies for many years & have never had a bad meal. The wait staff is always…read morefriendly & typically the portions are more than I can eat. A favorite is the fajitas; enough for 2 people & hubs loves their ribs. We can always count on Buddies!

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Buddies Pub & Grill

3.8(43 reviews)

2.9 mi

Trivia night on Wednesday is a blast! Fun prizes to boot. Particularly large food and drink menu…read morewith something for everyone. A good time with old friends.

Buddies in East Lansing definitely gives all the feels when it comes to a hometown bar!…read more Whether you're in the mood for sports on TV with delicious wings, a yummy appetizer, a quick bev, or even a tasty dinner...this place has it all! One side of the restaurant is traditional family-style dinner seating with nice open space great for large groups too! The other side is the bar and patio both spacious with comfortable seating. The team members are super delightful, with welcoming attitudes and smiles! We always look forward to seeing them. We love our neighborhood bar!

Long Drink and potato skin

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Pins & Pints

4.0(7 reviews)

1.4 mi

The service and ambiance are of quality and you get what you're expecting from a restaurant…read moreconnected to a bowling alley. A great place for groups to eat and meet.

Absolutely strange and terrible experience at the bar, the bar tender accused my fiancé of making…read morefaces at her and tried to force us to the back of the bar bc she didn't want to serve us. Really strange.

Free classic arcade games!

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They have new shoes and nice lanes

Art & Jake's

3.7(52 reviews)

5.4 mi

My son wanted to have dinner here after his graduation as this one of his favorite places to eat…read more The place was lively with fresh graduates and family members celebrating! My wife and I ordered the Detroit style pizza (Green Pepper and Onions), cheese curds, fried pickles and french fries to share with the table. The server was very attentive and came back multiple times to check on us and refill our water. As for the the food - the pizza was delicious and the crust was fluffy on the inside and has a crisp on the outside. The edges were nicely cooked with the carmilized cheese. The cheese topping still has some nice pull. The cheese curds were hot and fresh. The pickles were crispy and seasoned just right as were the french fries. The fries had a light breading on it. What a great night with family and friends and appreciated everyone coming. Service was great and food was delicious. When we come back, we will visit here again!

We had a great time and will definitely be back, thanks in large part to our bartender, Sydney. She…read morewas friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience a lot of fun. The food and atmosphere were excellent, but I do have one request: please bring back the breaded wings! They were one of my favorite menu items and honestly a big reason I chose to come here! Thanks for a great night, and a special shout-out to Sydney for making it memorable!

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HopCat

3.8(681 reviews)

4.0 mi

First time in East Lansing (daughter looking at Grad Schools)…read more This was a wonderful first meal. Busy spot, but our waitress handled us & several other large parties like a pro. The chicken tenders are hands down the best I've ever had. Fries were definite top 10 as well. Great "campus" spot......will definitely be back to try more.

HopCat is ALWAYS good and it's been a few years since I've been to one. The staff at this location…read moreis great and our bartender was so friendly. I got the grilled chicken Caesar wrap and it was sooo good. The amount of dressing on it was perfect and the Parmesan crusted on the wrap was the perfect touch. You aren't experiencing HopCat if you aren't getting the crack fries aka Cosmik fries, but they'll always be crack fries to me!

B.Y.O. DBL Smash Burger

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Blue Gill Grill

2.8(137 reviews)

0.0 mi

I happened to go to Blue Gill Grill on 4th of July. Honestly, I wasn't feeling the holiday this…read moreyear, unfortunately, and so the fact that you could barely tell it was the 4th was a big plus for me. It's a laid back beach vibe no matter what, I suppose! I was here for it and that little peekaboo view of the lake. I ordered the blue gill because why not? I've never had the fish but it won't be the last time. The fish was lightly breaded and fried to perfection. The corn was spicy but delicious too. I don't even like hush puppies and these might make me a convert. But the Caesar salad. Child please. You know when you can tell they used anchovies in the dressing? (My true test of a Caesar salad.) Oh yeah. It has that salty brininess that anchovies bring to the table and it was divine. The drink was a fun nod to a holiday weekend. Service was fantastic. No fuss but very attentive and friendly. I live in Cincinnati but visit the area often and I will definitely be back. Maybe I'll even update my photos if I can manage to let the phone eat first.

Great local establishment right next to Lake Lansing South Park. Menu is a mix of smash burgers,…read moresea food and traditional bar favorites. Meals run about $12-$18. Many specials available across multiple menu categories. Service was quick and attentive. Show stopper of the venue is the rooftop bar with lake views. It can get very hot up there and closes if it's too hot. Overall great experience and we will be coming back.

Main bar downstairs.

Avocado Bowl with Chicken

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Joe's On Jolly

3.4(111 reviews)

5.1 mi

Service, selection, seating…read more.. Great friendly staff Lots of great food choices Outdoor seating on this beautiful day I had the Roasted Beet salad but was able to sample from others fries and green olive burger and pretzel The fries are real good (ketchup is an in-house creation). Pretzel was quite tasty. Burger was cooked amazing. The beet salad was fantastic.

This one is hard to review…read more TLDR; Inconsistent food and service, Long wait times for a table, big parking lot no parking spot, MAGA in 2026 Food: it depends on who is in the kitchen. *sometimes my gluten free burger comes out GOD TIER. sometimes meh. * sometimes the fries are good, sometimes too salty, sometimes too old and dry. * their gluten free calamari is delicious and usually fried very well. *their salads are huge and very high quality, not overdressed. * i tried their tacos once and remember i was very disappointed Drinks: Generally decent cocktails, they can make you what you want within reason Location: Huge parking lot but can never find parking? There is always a wait for tables and you'll see people waiting right by the front door. Lots of tvs to watch sports. There is a quieter back room and I think they might have some games back there Events: During summer evenings they have live music for free out back where there is cornhole, a second bar, and some seating. Ambiance: Families come here, people come here for first dates, groups of friends too. It's not upscale but there is something about the space that triggers my social anxiety. It kind of feels like a stage. Price: I guess they charge premium for the vibes because it is very overpriced. Service: Highly variable. sometimes you get someone nice, sometimes you get someone mean, sometimes you just get someone who is incompetent. mostly new faces every time i go in. Politics: I used to go here more often before I found out they're MAGA. and.. still MAGA in 2026. do with that information what you will. locally they are known for this. personally, there are many other options (right down the street) i can choose from where i feel good about spending money there. especially when their menu is overpriced.

Overflow Area for night sitting

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Rustic Informal

Willamston Roadhoues Bar And Grill

4.0(1 review)

10.9 mi

Well, we found our new watering hole. Awesome IPAs on tap, all the liquor you can think of (except…read moreGoldschlager) and awesome barkeep. The menu looks pretty good for a bar, would love to see more diversity though: mainly hamburgers, hot dogs and sides. Out back is a driving range for your golfer's heart. The owner has invested a lot of time and resources to improve this establishment. Will return soon.

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Mrs. G.

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12 years ago

The Mayfair is a great neighborhood bar located right near Lake Lansing. The employees are top notch, offering great service and making you feel at home everyime you go there. They are famous for their burgers that are hand pattied daily and have many other delicious menu items. The recent addition of their rooftop patio is really the icing on the cake and makes outdoor cocktails and dining a fun experience. If you haven't tried it, stop by for a burger and a craft beer! read more

Bryanna B.

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10 years ago

Always a great time! Great grub great atmosphere! The bartenders are friendly the drinks are good the food is wonderful and very filling! Set right by lake lansing so you can sit on the patio and enjoy a beer while watching the sunset during the summef read more

Kristie H.

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12 years ago

My husband and I love Mayfair Bar. Great food and drinks, good prices, friendly atmosphere, and perfect location, especially for summer time fun. Outdoor rooftop patio has views of the lake and local park. I'd highly recommend this place. read more

Ron J.

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12 years ago

A fantastic place to gather to watch sporting events. A very friendly staff. The food is excellent---especially the burgers and pizza. The rooftop is a nice place to have a beer and burger in the warmer months. read more

Joe W.

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12 years ago

Good service and strong well drinks thats what I like, I had drinks while my friends ate they said the burgers were good The wait staff was friendly and fast if I am in the area I will go back read more

Petey M.

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10 years ago

What can I say? This place is a perfect spot to meet friends, new and old. The burgers are to die for and the drinks are priced well. Great environment, good times. read more

Jarod R.

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12 years ago

Stopped in with some friends the wait staff was friendly the drinks were cold and the burgers were great I will be back

S R.

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12 years ago

Great olive burgers and my favorite place to have nachos. We love the rotating Mi craft beer selection.

Bre'anna M.

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5

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14 years ago

Hole in the wall place but awesome bar food and near Lake Lansing!

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