Commencement is just around the corner! Discover the best locally owned places to eat in Mt. Pleasant after your CMU or Mid-Michigan College graduation. If you’re still in need of a place to stay over the weekend, look at our list of hotels here!
#1: Camille’s Prime
If you’re looking for a high class and intimate setting, Camille’s Prime, is the perfect spot! The restaurant seats 75 guests at a time, features a variety of upscale comfort foods and a wine lounge.
If you have a late ceremony and want to save the celebration for Sunday – check out their Sunday brunch! Camille’s offers everything from savory to sweet, like specialty pancakes and French toast to omelets or tacos!
#2: Midori
Midori Sushi and Martini Lounge is the perfect fit for a party looking for fresh ingredients, premium spirits, and excellent service. Midori partners with the Honolulu Fish Company, Snake River Farms, and The Perfect Puree of Napa Valley to bring worldwide tastes to central Michigan. From house made syrups, fruit, and exciting cocktails to fresh sushi, Midori is committed to excellent service and the finest qualities.
Foodie Tip: If you graduate in May, see if Midori’s patio is open.
#3: Mountain Town Station
With the focus on locally grown foods and brewed beer, Mountain Town Station is the perfect place to celebrate your graduation. Their original recipes feature beef and pork products from Smith & Sons Meat Processing in Mt. Pleasant, locally grown produce from the farmers market and surrounding farms, and olive oils and balsamic vinegars from Fustini’s out of Traverse City and Monroe Farms of Alma.
If you’re not ready for your night to end after your meal, head to Camille’s Prime wine lounge for the perfect social night cap!
Foodie Tip: Mountain Town Station is a renovated train depot, if you are lucky, you might see at train pass by!
#4: Wood Shop Social
For the perfect mix between laid back and fine dining, Wood Shop Social is the place to be. Owner and Executive Chef, Jim Wood, is a local passionate about bringing New American offerings to his hometown. Wood Shop is an American gastropub scratch kitchen and bourbon bar with menu items that are primarily cooked with wood and fire.
Foodie Tip: Wood Shop Social offers a rotating menu depending on what it is. They also have rooftop seating available if the weather is nice!
#5: Summit Smokehouse
Summit Smokehouse offers true southern-smoked BBQ. With a variety of classic barbecue sandwiches, entrees, and signature meat options there is guaranteed to be something for all BBQ lovers. In addition to the full menu, Summit Smokehouse brews their own beers to enjoy.
