Restaurant Review

Sep 1, 2010Column

Cancun Mexican Grill
Entering the Cancun Mexican Grill located at 1754 Central Park Drive in Okemos, is like stepping into an exotic world. A splash of color and flurry of…

Restaurant Review: Blue Gill Grill

Jul 28, 2010Column

The Blue Gill Grill is tucked away near the end of Lake Lansing Rd., right by the park. With a lighthouse entryway and other seaside elements, the establishment produces the…

Restaurant Review: All Season Grill

Jun 24, 2010Column

The very first restaurant review I wrote for this publication was for the dear but departed All Season’s Bistro. A new restaurant with a similar name, but very different cuisine,…

Restaurant Review: Mama Bear’s Café

May 26, 2010

Old Town is known for the quaint little restaurants that line the streets of Grand River and Turner. Although I hadn’t been to Mama Bear’s before, I was sure I…

Restaurant Review: Benson’s Vinaigrettes

Apr 27, 2010Column

Several people have mentioned Benson’s Vinaigrettes restaurant to me, so I decided to stop in for dinner on my way to Horrock’s Market. The restaurant does catering and a busy…

Restaurant Review: Dublin Square Irish Pub

Mar 24, 2010Column

Dublin Square is an establishment with a dual personality. It is both a pub-style restaurant and a college town bar. Late night weekends draw a student crowd, but during regular…

Restaurant Review: The English Inn

Feb 24, 2010Column

Walking up to the front door of the English Inn feels like going out to dinner at a friend’s home — a friend with a really large, beautifully landscaped, landmark…

Restaurant Review: Crunchy’s

Jan 27, 2010

“The best burger in town” is quite a claim. My dear hubby’s craving for a great burger led us to Crunchy’s to see if they realyl do have the best…

Restaurant Review: Sultan’s Mediterranean Cuisine & Bakery

Jan 6, 2010Column

Food
The menu has a wide variety of traditional Middle-Eastern dishes. The seasoning tends to be very flavorful, but not overly spicy. There are several combination dinners available if you…

Restaurant Review: Gracie’s Place

Jan 6, 2010Column

If you find yourself in Williamston this holiday season enjoying the small town charm, Gracie’s Place is a good spot to warm up with a coffee drink or enjoy a…

Restaurant Review: Emil’s

Nov 25, 2009Column

In business since 1921, Emil’s claims to be the oldest restaurant in Lansing, and is still owned by the same family. Many years ago, I lived near Emil’s and ate…

Restaurant Review: The Soup Spoon Cafe

Nov 23, 2009Column

The Soup Spoon Café’s motto is “friends don’t let friends eat at chain restaurants.” There is nothing evil about chain restaurants — I enjoy tasty meals at chain restaurants all…

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