I went here with my boyfriend and was not disappointed. Really fun, artistic ambiance (I wish I had more pics!), the servers were super attentive and friendly, and THE FOOD... I got the chicken and waffles, which had orange-jalapeño syrup and ginger-maple butter. The chicken was so crispy and moist, and the waffles weren't too heavy. Their cold brew was also really good. My boyfriend got the fish tacos, and some sort of cherry soda. I can't remember exactly, but it was good. The tacos were yummy! The fish was crispy, the sauce was great... it was slightly too fishy tasting for me, but I'm picky abt that sort of thing. He liked them tho. 10/10, I have already recommended to others. read more

The People’s Kitchen - American Near Me - Lansing, Michigan

I've always enjoyed people's kitchen for brunch, so I figured why not go for dinner for my birthday. The answer: 1. I had no idea who was supposed to be our server until someone apologized for 'being inattentive'. So I guess it was the bartender? 2. I was served cold prime rib. After I sent it back someone came to me to ask me to 'just let them fix this one' by reheating. I'm aware that isn't going to go well, but I was so surprised at the audacity I felt obligated. It was fine, but definitely nothing to want ever again. Overall it was an incredibly disappointing experience. read more

We just stopped in around 3:15p for a happy hour beverage. And I opted for a very tasty arugula salad with pear slices, pecans and goat cheese. Got a kick out of the eclectic decor. Peewee Herman, powder puff girls, etc. Their taps could use a bit of work. Bartender had to pour off quite a bit of foam and said they all have issues. Note: restrooms are downstairs. Not accessible. read more

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Incredible brunch spot- I wanted to try all the dishes because they sounded so good! The only reason I took off one star was because it was so loud inside with the music and people's voices echoing off the walls with not much to absorb the sound. I was able to have a conversation with my friend, but definitely had to talk a little louder than normal. Service was great and attentive, cold brew was nice and strong. Yukon potatoes were perfectly crispy and salty- such a delight to eat! Also my first time trying bacon jam which was 10/10. Everything was so fresh and prepared correctly. read more

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I went with my daughter. Baked cheese, croquettes, mushroom pasta, broccoli with hummus. They were little salty so matched with black beer. Outside patio was great. read more

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Foods were awesome and so were the services, love this place! We enjoyed everything we ordered, all were really good. I mean, so super good!! read more

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It has been a while since we were here. Always enjoyed the food and libations - but it was loud and the music was harsh. Last night, same high quality food but the music (jazz) was just right for an atmosphere that allows for conversation. A real treat in a town with too few choices. We'll be back... often. read more

The food was delicious. The ambiance was nice, especially on the patio.The wait service was okay. They could use more servers.

Great atmosphere, great decor, great food. I came here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. It wasn't busy so we were in and out in a timely manner. My food was so good, I cleared my plate. I had the chicken and grits and Omgosh, it was amazing! The grits were smooth and creamy with a little bit of texture, but you can tell these are the real deal grits, not that Quaker in box grits. The presentation is beautiful. The cheese and tomato sauce with the pickled onion were not a combination I would expect on grits. It took me by surprise but I loved every aspect of it. My mom loved her chicken and waffles. I have to come back and try that. Their mocktails were good but you have to give them a good stir before you slurp it down. Only downside is the bathroom is not wheelchair accessible; it's in the back and downstairs. They have a patio but that was full so we sat inside. I can't wait to come back and try something else. read more

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I appreciate the Great service. We enjoyed the Amazing creative food. Graduate celebration

Ok, I'll start this out by saying I was here for brunch and have not been for any other meal yet, so this is for you earlyriser brunch lovers like me. We were looking for a breakfast place and heard about the brunch at People's. Our friends said to get there early if you can because it's busy- and it was. The wait wasn't terrible, but there was a wait. Not sure if they do reservations for a larger party, but we were 3. The decor and ambiance is fun, fresh, and colorful. Makes you want to be there. The menu for brunch had a great variety and we tried to order a bit of everything to try. They make fresh whipped cream with different flavors, don't skip this on your coffee, it was sinful and decadent. The Mocktail was a delicious. The food was fantastic. The pancake name does not lie- and the homemade syrup- gah! Amazing. Portions were big. The meat on the Benny was tender and not fatty. The sausage gravy on the biscuit was definitely homemade and had such great flavor. The service was just as pleasant as the food and we can't wait to go back for a different meal. Totally worth the wait. read more

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This place is awesome. My mom and I came out to East Lansing to watch Jerry Neuheisal and the UCLA Bruins put the hurt on the Spartans. And we dined here after the game. What a great place! Super kind. Excellent food. Yall are great people in the Midwest. read more

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What is not to love about this place? Very friendly staff. Great food. Really cool vibe. At the recommendation of the host I had the chicken and grits, which was perfect. They have a full bar with good beers on tap. I hear the pancakes are stupid good. It's also a great location if you are visiting Michigan State University. It's on Michigan Ave just past the freeway on the left. read more

First and foremost, I love the ambiance of this restaurant--trendy, nostalgic, and a little quirky. Service was exemplary, and I really enjoyed the baked manchego and pappardelle. Both were delicious! read more

Fabulous restaurant! Great atmosphere amazing delicious food. Every dish was better than the next - top tier! Would highly recommend. We had a party of 10 and it was perfect. Service was top notch read more

3.5 stars. Nice ambiance, good selection on the menu that felt cohesive. Above average cocktail drinks. Service was good, but not exceptional. The missing star for me was the heaviness of the dishes. It didn't feel farm to table, even if it was December. Too much oil, too much cream. My mushroom pappardelle was soaked to the point where I couldn't tell by sight, what was mushrooms and what was pasta. This even after having asked if the sauce was heavy, and being told it was not. I'd go back, but I'd order a big salad (with dressing on the side) to help balance the meal. read more

The gnocchi was the best I have ever had, even compared to my travels in Italy. The blonde brownie was absolutely wonderful as well. The service was excellent from start to finish. I recommend trying the lavender cocktail or mocktail for a perfect touch. read more

The People’s Kitchen - American Near Me - Lansing, Michigan

Food was amazing. Everything fresh and cooked perfectly with great texture, flavor & sauces. Service was on the slow side, 1.5-2 hours for dinner but it was nice to not be rushed too. Overall, you gotta try this place. We love coming here! read more

People's Kitchen is a welcoming establishment with superb energy and decor. We have enjoyed them in the past for an occasional breakfast or work lunch. Most recently, we have appreciated the "pop-up's" they have been offering. We joined them for Caviar and Cocktails and were well pleased! Each piece of caviar was beautifully constructed and the melody of flavors was spot on. The French 75 was a perfect accompaniment for my palette! read more

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If you are in the MSU area and you need a quick bite to eat from a solid burger joint, then People's Kitchen may be perfect for you. Everyone one at our table got the same burger and smash potatoes. We were all very satisfied. The restaurant is pretty big with both patio, indoor & bar seating available. Also shouts out to the waiter she was super nice and patience with us. read more

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The food was amazing and the staff was great and helpful with suggestions. Drink menu seemed a little limited. Higher end prices so not the best spot for kids. I forgot to post when this happened in July so I don't remember much else. Worth a look though based on food, staff and ambiance. read more

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There is accessible parking available which is great for east lansing. Also there are seats inside and outside. The ambiance inside is great. Plenty of colorful pieces of art on the walls. The service was pretty good. The server was knowledgeable on recommendations. We got the mussels as an appetizer and they were good. Nothing too great that I would order again but they were good. The ribeye on the other hand was amazing. Perfectly cooked to a medium rare temperature just like I wanted. The potatoes that came with the burger were also delicious. The burger itself was huge! The dessert is a must try! We tried two different ones and they were delicious! read more

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Very nice breakfast menu, short read, one-sided, and keeps a fresh food. Our waiter was very good and answered our questions about the menu. The Peoples Kitchen is well maintained, and there is lots of seating available. Very well lite, windows that let in the light.One reason I like to come to this restaurant is not only the food and service is you can actually carry on conversations without raising your voice. You can walk in or call for a reservation. read more

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We came to this place during a weekend visit to see my son at MSU. The location is just five minutes drive from campus. The food was OUTSTANDING!! You will not go wrong picking this place! read more

Went there on Valentine's Day with a party of 11. We spent over $1500 and all left hungry. Their Valentine's Day five course meal was a shame. Two measly cowboy oysters, which were about the size of clams. The main course which was filet mignon was one thin slice of meat. I've had thicker bologna. Service was marginal. They mixed up the courses and gave us the third course as the second course. Grumpy maître D. For that kind of money I would definitely look elsewhere. read more

Everything was delicious with great portions and friendly service! Ordered the quiche and loved how perfectly cooked and flavorful it was.

Brunch at The People's Kitchen hits all the marks--creative and delicious dishes, prompt and friendly service (we were seated right away), and a cool industrial-hipster vibe. The patio also looks like the perfect spot to enjoy brunch when the weather warms up. Might just be the best brunch spot in Lansing for foodies. read more

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Best brunch in town. Eclectic vibes, unique menu. Bar options are not the best, but cover the bare minimums in terms of speciality cocktails. Make reservations if you are able, as this is a desirable spot in town, but last I checked out door seating is first come first serve only. Dinner is upscale, and sometimes adventurous, but it comes with a loftier price tag. read more

The People’s Kitchen - Benny and the Jets (and Brown Butter Crepes to the north). Best take on a Benedict I've ever had! Bacon Jam is chef's kiss. - American Near Me - Lansing, Michigan

Such a cool vibe! The hostess was busy wrapping utensils but was quick to greet me upon arrival. I inquired about parking since the building is shared with other businesses. She was super friendly and reassured me I was parked in the correct area. Once seated our waitress brought us waters and informed us of the soup of the day. They do not have a kid's menu but they have a lot of breakfast add-ons to choose from for the littles. Our table chose the French toast, crispy Yukons, chicken and waffles, chopped Caesar salad, their infamous pancakes and the soup of the day. The soup was a brothy chicken and vegetable soup with a kick. It was delicious! Very savory flavor with just the right amount of spice. The French toast was delectable and very sweet. All of the flavors meshed together well. The chopped Caesar was fresh and crisp. The croutons were housemade and super tasty. The chicken and Waffles was super savory and the jalapeno syrup was different but so good. The crispy Yukons were simple but delicious. The pancakes are very appropriately named. They give you two very large, dinner plates size pancakes with a charred lemon butter syrup that is so tasty! The bar looked to have a great variety of choices but we didn't get drinks this time. Two at our table did enjoy a Brix orange cream soda. We look forward to returning and trying something new at that visit. read more

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We made reservations so we'd be sure to get a table - the hostess seated us right next to another full table even though there were many other better options offering privacy for conversations with our friends / so we asked to move & she kindly sat us where we selected. We were waited on quickly & have no complaints about the service or flavor of our food - however how do you love & not like a restaurant at the same time - love the food - had the fish & it came with an awesome sauce & more fries than I could or should eat but no other side - where's the coleslaw or a small side salad option. - I would trade the fries for a bit of green. My companion had the burger which he said was good but again potatoes but no other side option. Sure we could order a large meal size salad (the only option) but the main course really doesn't warrant a side that big & who wants to add that much extra to their bill. All in all we enjoyed our meal but probably won't be back anytime soon. read more

This place is so wonderful and is an instant favorite for me in the Lansing area! The atmosphere here is relatively casual and wholesome, the food is elevated and just SO tasty, and the service is friendly and fast! What more can you ask for?! (There's also an escape room right below the restaurant if you really insist on asking for more haha! Bundle your meal with some entertainment with your whole party as well!) I'll be the first one to say the vibes did not match up with the level of food I then saw on the menu! The vibes are very informal, the space is large and open, they use recycled body shop decor, and things are just so lively! I didn't think to expect too much from the food menu, but then I looked at it and was blown away by how interesting and "up-scale" all the dishes were, while also not having unreasonable prices! Also, the staff are delightful! I asked for a mocktail and they brought over probably one of the more interesting mocktails I've ever tried! It was some sort of green-juice based drink that felt healthy and delicious at the same time! As for the food, my friends and I split the scallops to start and they were SCRUMPTIOUS! For my main, I got the pork belly and oh my goodness - DIVINE! Other than the skin of the pork belly being a little too rock solid to cut through and chew (I just flipped it over and was easily able to pull the meat/fat off with the firm base of the skin on the bottom now haha), truly everything we had was just sooo delicious! My friends all enjoyed their mains as well and we just had an absolutely wonderful time here soaking up the vibes! Will definitely be back SOON! read more

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11-15-2024 Came for 40th anniv date night! Super vibey warm ambiance great food and drinks , grilled caesar, lamb kofta, pinot noir, mortal bloom service excellent: (josh) read more

Excellent food and service. I had the duck which was well prepared and my husband really enjoyed the burger. Ambiance is quite casual if that is what you desire. read more

The food is SO good and the menu options are really unique and it's all amazing . The service is fast and friendly . The atmosphere is really cool w artwork and I like the music . This is my favorite restaurant in Lansing !! Thanks people kitchen ! read more

The People’s Kitchen - American Near Me - Lansing, Michigan

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This was a great dining experience. From the prompt seating right through checkout via Toast, we enjoyed every bite, every interaction with our server, the Better Irish Coffee, and side of amazing sausage with literally chunks of garlic inside! It was so delicious. Side Note, there may be handicap accessible restrooms tucked in a corner but I did descend a flight of stairs to access the restroom. Perhaps there's a separate entrance to the lower level. It was a social kitchen and I think that sort of decor lends itself to a more open atmosphere, a little more noise than my preference. But it was upbeat and had kind of hipster vibe. Even kind of dive bar .. for brunch. It was great! read more

The People’s Kitchen - You want a Peach of Me? It was delicious! - American Near Me - Lansing, Michigan

Tow friends and I have brunch here on a Saturday. We had amazing service. The most delicious coffee with a homemade whipped cream with orange zest. I had the French toast with bacon. And the potatoes were to die for! It's a little loud. It has a coo vibe! read more

The People’s Kitchen - Coffee - American Near Me - Lansing, Michigan

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Amazing all around and so cute! Really great service (Alac - she had lots of recommendations & was super personable) loved our cocktails and the food was incredible! For drinks we got: The Lavender 75 (probably the best lavender drink I've ever had - and I've tried many) Bloody Mary's (with the cutest side car). For food we had: The Harvest Quiche (delicious vegetarian option w. a crisp salad on the side), an add on pancake (omg...SO good. The is amazing) The Chicken & Grits (so colorful and flavorful) and If it Ain't broke (classic breakfast, but better. The potatoes looked awesome!) Oh and a side biscuit (wow - never had a biscuit like that, very good!) Definitely a good brunch spot. We for sure will be back - we heard the dinners are really good there too! I don't typically write reviews but it was such a good experience, I had to share! read more

The ambiance was nice and colorful but they have a limited menu for lunch. Decided to get the fish tacos off of my server's recommendation. While the presentation was optimistic, the tacos had no flavor, the fish was bland, and what send me over the edge was that parts of the skin of the fish were chewy (gag). It was not a good meal -- I even got food poisoning later in the evening. In hindsight, it was January in Lansing so the fish was probably not the freshest option. I think People's Kitchen has better food options available but I would never recommend the tacos to anyone. read more

The People’s Kitchen - Fish Tacos - American Near Me - Lansing, Michigan

Only in Lansing would one of the best restaurants around be a creative, farm-to-table-style place with reclaimed/DIY decor and punk murals. The food is excellent and there are always several intriguing things on the seasonal menu. Cocktails and mocktails also delicious. Service has always been friendly and knowledgeable. For the price, i do kinda wish they made a more consistent effort to ethically source, but still my go-to for special occasions. read more

We've driven past this place many times over the years but never knew what it was. There's a nice mural on the side of the building, and they added patio seating during the pandemic, so we decided to give it a try. The menu is very limited, but the choices allow for a variety based on your diet. We stopped by on a Sunday around 1ish, so I guess you can call that brunch. I ordered The Plot Chickens... and my husband ordered Return of the Mac. We were both very happy with our meals. It was very good and more than enough to fill us up. The food looked simply delightful the way it was served. No extras. Just simple elegance. The interior design is industrial but functional. The silverware is wrapped in cloth napkins, which gives the place a fancy vibe. The ambience caters to a younger crowd mainly because it's a bit on the loud side. This isn't the place to hold serious conversations unless you don't mind yelling or repeating yourself. The only thing that keeps me from giving the place five stars would be the restrooms. They are located downstairs (shared with the escape rooms) and does not smell good at all. It just smelled and felt dirty. If you can dine and avoid the restrooms, then you're good. read more

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