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Toscana Restaurant
$$$$•Italian•4.4(568)Our elevated Tuscan steakhouse concept is a captivating convergence of tradition and innovation poised to wow your palate and expand your horizon with a collection of intriguing experiences. From the self-serve wine wall to the lively tasting tables, and from fireside power lunches to seductive candlelight dining for two, Toscana Kitchen & Wine Market's contemporary allure hums around a vibrant and authentic Italian market and self-serve wine oasis to unleash your inner sommelier.HopCat - East Lansing
$$$$•American•4.1(78)Our second ever HopCat location opened back in 2013! Located right outside of Michigan State University's campus and around the corner from the MSU Union, this location features multiple TVs to make sure you’ll have the best seat in the house to catch the Spartans.
HopCat was founded on the principles of bringing local craft beer a bit closer to the communities we love. We’re known for our award-wining Cosmik fries, which are beer battered, sprinkled with our signature cracked black pepper seasoning, and served with a side of warm cheese sauce. From burgers to tacos, our menu offers a range of delicious options.
We live the craft lifestyle - beer, cocktails and even craft food made from scratch. With a dedication to local breweries, sustainability and community engagement, HopCat offers craft beer and great food in a vibrant atmosphere for an inclusive, unforgettable experience.
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- EEileenGrand Rapids / Western Michigan •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoFood and service was excellent! And the birthday treat spectacular to receiveMore infoCooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant – Lansing, MI$$$$• American• East Lansing•4.6
- SStevenGrand Rapids / Western Michigan •2 reviews4.0Dined on Oct 29, 2026A great choice for a special occasion type dinner experience. Staff very friendly and attentive. Food is wonderful, portion sizes are perfect. A good value for the money.More infoToscana Restaurant$$$$• Italian• East Lansing•4.4
- NNealWisconsin •2 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 9, 2026Everything was terrific, as always! Great food, friendly service, and a taste of days gone by.More infoBeggar's Banquet$$$$• American• East Lansing•4.3
- BBrianChicago / Illinois •5 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 9, 2026Great service! Very patient with the kids ordering. Wonderful time.More infoBuffalo Wild Wings - East Lansing$$$$• American• East Lansing•4.2
- AAngelikaGoldToronto / Ontario •19 reviews4.0Dined on Sep 26, 2026Great food as always. Our server was terrific. The beer selection is very good.More infoHopCat - East Lansing$$$$• American• East Lansing•4.1
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East Lansing, Michigan, is the home of Michigan State University and Spartan Stadium, which latter of which features seats for 75,005 spectators at collegiate football games. The city has many sports bars, which are bustling with activity on home game nights. The bars feature artisan beers made at local breweries and paired with comfort foods like fried macaroni and cheese, onion rings and beer-battered fish. East Lansing is also home to many family-owned and -operated Polish restaurants. Some of the local specialties include kielbasa with pierogi, sour cucumber soup with kotlet schabowy and zupa pomidorowa served alongside of smoked cheese and bread. There are also several Polish-themed bakeries that serve traditional pastries, including apple fritters along with paczki and faworki with jam.
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Child friendly restaurants in East Lansing include Cooper ’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant – Lansing, MI (opens in a new tab), HopCat - East Lansing (opens in a new tab) and Dave & Buster’s - Lansing (opens in a new tab)
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