West Michigan Beach Side Restaurants

Did you know there are restaurants in west Michigan where you can eat with your toes in the sand? There are several great beach side restaurant options from Muskegon to Holland and even in Grand Rapids! These restaurants provide that great beach town feel, all while providing excellent food. Plus, they’re perfect places to bring the kiddos to enjoy playing in the sand and a great meal.

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The Deck – Muskegon

Located right on the sand at Pere Marquette Beach in Muskegon, The Deck features beers and barbecue complete with amazing views of Lake Michigan. This is a really fun beach side restaurant! Visitors can choose to sit on the various decks, which are elevated above the sand, or in the lounge area right on the sand. In the lounge area, you can also enjoy a variety of live music almost daily throughout the summer. Find the schedule of entertainment by clicking here!

Try some of The Decks signature drinks like The Deck’s Famous Bloody Mary which features George’s Old Bay Seasoned Bloody Mary Mix, giant smoked Michigan turkey leg, green olive, garlic dill pickle spear, and PBR can! Then there’s the refreshing Cucumber Mint Spritzer, which has pearl cucumber vodka, Owen’s Mint Cucumber Lime Mix, and soda water. They also have a variety of wine, beer, seltzers, and non-alcoholic drinks to choose from!

The Deck features excellent smoked meats, everything from pork to brisket, and more! Make sure to try the Dirty South Nachos, which features sweet potato waffle fries, pulled pork, shredded cheddar, mango-pineapple salsa, barbecue, and honey mustard. They also offer a variety of mac and cheese options, everything from Pulled Pork Mac n’ Cheese to Nashville Chicken Mac n’ Cheese!

Notos at the Bil-Mar – Grand Haven

Located just south of Grand Haven State Park, Noto’s at the Bil-Mar offers visitors amazing Italian cuisine with unobstructed views of Lake Michigan. You can dine inside, on the deck, or within the beachside lounge where you can sink your toes in the sand while enjoying a nice slice of wood fired pizza. Noto’s also has another location in Grand Rapids that has been family-owned since 1982.

Noto’s at the Bil-Mar offers a variety of menu options that are sure to please any visitor. From wood fired pizzas to elegant pasta dishes, there is something for everyone. Make sure to try the Bistecca Alla Siciliana, which is a 10 ounce ribeye, Sicilian bread crumb encrusted, served with roasted potatoes, ammoglio sauce, and chef’s vegetables. Another great option is the Italian Beef sandwich which has slow-roasted shaved prime rib, au jus giardiniera, and roasted peppers on an Italian sub roll and served with fries. Noto’s also has a large selection of wine and beer!

Sandy Point Beach House – West Olive

Sandy Point Beach House, located just south of Grand Haven in West Olive, features new American cuisine with a beach house twist. Not quite on the beach—but we’ll count it! This is a fantastic restaurant, with a beachy feel, that is perfect for putting your toes in the sand. They offer a great dinner menu and brunch is served daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Check out their menu by clicking here! Sandy Point Beach House also has a Whiskey Club which has special offers and member-only events throughout the year. Find more information by clicking here.

Sandy Point Beach House features steaks, seafood, and more! Try the duck breast, which is served with cornbread stuffing, fingerling potatoes, parsnip puree, and a dark cherry compote. Another to try is the amazing Seafood Diablo which has scallops, jumbo shrimp, mussels, and clams in a spicy red sauce with linguine.

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The Score – Grand Rapids

Located on Northland Drive in Grand Rapids, The Score has a fun sports bar feel, mixed with a beachy vibe. You can enjoy food and drinks inside and play some fun arcade-style games! Customers can also sit outside on the patio with their feet in the sand. With over 128 beers on tap and 70+ televisions, there is always fun to be had. Plus, what other place can you see palm trees in West Michigan? There is also a fun children’s play area and full-sized volleyball courts. The Score also offers live entertainment almost every night of the summer! See the full entertainment schedule by clicking here.

The Score has a massive menu with lots of fun options, perfect for anyone in the family. Try some of their boneless or traditional wings—there are tons of options! Their menu also features burgers, sandwiches, pizza and smokehouse combos, kids’ meals, and desserts.

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Bostwick Lake Inn – Rockford

Situated on Bostwick Lake in Rockford, Bostwick Lake Inn is a restaurant that is full of history. In the 1930’s it was one of the area’s first establishments to get its liquor license and even had slot machines at one point! Today, the lakeside restaurant serves an imaginative take on American fare. Guests can dig their toes into the sand in the beach area located off to the side of the deck—a great place for kids to play while you wait for your food! Be sure to try the crispy brussel sprouts which have a signature blood orange glaze—which the regulars rave about! For your main course try the Potato Chip Sweet Corn Crusted Walleye which is pan-seared and oven-roasted, with house remoulade and served with fresh lemon, asparagus, and whipped Yukon potatoes.  

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