Nancy’s guidebook
City/town information
Big Rapids
Cadillac
Traverse City
Food scene
Gypsy Nickel Lounge
228 Baldwin StGreat spot on the north side of town... right on the river.
A little more upscale restaurant. Nice outdoor seating area.
33 locals recommend
Antlers Fireside Grill
10107 Buchanan RdA little more upscale restaurant. Nice outdoor seating area.
One of our very favorite eateries. Thursday night's sit on the front deck and listen to local music.
16 locals recommend
The Forager
101 E Edgerton StOne of our very favorite eateries. Thursday night's sit on the front deck and listen to local music.
Nawal's Mediterranean Grille
14253 Northland DriveGreat Mediterranean food!
Schuberg's Bar & Grill
109 N Michigan AveHas been here forever!
Blue Cow
119 N Michigan AveHigher end restaurant in downtown Big Rapids
Raven Brewing & BBQ
121 N Michigan AveGreat selection of beers
Shopping
Serendipity - Big Rapids
102 S Michigan AveGreat women's boutique
Old Pioneer Store & Emporium
118 N Michigan AveArtworks
106 N Michigan AveGreat selection from local artists
Red Fox Market
112 S Michigan AveNatural food store
The big outdoors
Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park
White Pine TrailMichigan's Dragon at Hardy Dam - Sandy Beach Trailhead
6926 E 30th StHiking and biking
Ludington State Park Beach
8800 M-116