Michigan's Tri-City area is full of fantastic restaurants. Today we explore 12 Bay County Michigan spots worthy of a stop along your way Up North or getting out of your own neighborhood routine.

See Also: 11 Saginaw County Restaurants Worth Checking Out.

What are the best places to eat in Bay County, Michigan?

  • A handful of the places included here have been around for generations. Others are new(er) to the restaurant scene throughout Bay County. Either way, you'll find great comfort food, filling homemade breakfasts and chill spots with amazing food when you want to watch a game or just hang out with your friends. From the northern end of the county near Pinconning, all the way south to Bay City and everything in between... you're in for a treat.

Where should we take friends & family for something different to eat in Bay County, MI?

The 12 places below are worth your time. Before you head out though... a few notes to get the most out of your experience:

  • Traveling with picky eaters? Check menus ahead of time to make sure it's a fit.
  • Include your family & friends that 'never try anything new' or always say 'there's nothing to do around here,' 'there's no good restaurants around here' (grammatical error intended). Make those your dining crew.
  • Try something new or ask for their most famous/popular menu items/drinks.
  • Make a note of the spots you love and tell everyone you know.

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