ELK RAPIDS

B.C. PIZZA: Pizza to go in addition to hot wings, burritos, nachos, subs, salads and breadsticks.
125 Bridge St, 231-264-5050.

BEAR PAW PIZZA & DELI: Old-Style atmosphere serves up pizza, subs and party supplies.
127 River St., 231-264-9266.

CHANG EXPRESS: Lunch & dinner featuring Chinese & Thai cuisine.
114 River St., 231-264-9140.

CHEF CHARLES: Offers everything from gourmet pizzas to American favorites. Chef Charles offers some exceptionally imaginative pizzas, including the Bayou Baby with pesto, four-blend cheese, cajun sausage and jalapenos; the wet burrito pizza with refried beans, Mexican sauce, romaine lettuce and tomato; and the Danish Cheeseburger pizza with Danish blue cheese Dijon, meatballs and red onions. Batard loaf sandwiches are also available, as are Mediterranean, antipasto and cheese tortellini salads and other surprises.. Voted Best Pizza consistently by Express readers.
147 River St., 231-264-8901.

CHIP'S BRICK OVEN PIZZA:
115 Ames St., 231-264-6600.

ELK HARBOR RESTAURANT: With its rustic decor and family-friendly menu, the Elk Harbor Restaurant takes us down memory lane to the classic roadhouses of Northern Michigan's past. A huge menu begins with hearty breakfasts of steak & eggs, omelets, pancakes and waffles, proceeding to lunch and dinner with numerous comfort food selections such as country fried steak, liver & onions, New York strip, ham steak, shrimp, cod, clams, you name it. Look for their daily specials and be sure to save room for the strawberry shortcake. Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
One-quarter mile south of town at 714 US 31, 231-264-9201.

ELK LAKE MARKET: This convenience store and gas station also offers a thriving deli with daily lunch specials and pizza.
13728 Cairn. 231-264-5511.

FISHBONZ CAFE:
145 Ames St., 231- 264-8944.

HARBOR CAFE: A cozy dinette offering hearty breakfasts (3-egg omelets), sandwiches, salads, burgers and homemade soups. In the mood to travel? Consider the Philadelphia corned beef on rye (with Swiss and 1000 Island dressing) or the Cleveland corned beef on rye (with Swiss, horseradish and mustard). Lunch 'til 3.
129 River St., 231-264-8700.

HOME KITCHEN: Take out meals prepared daily.
204 River St.

JAVA JONES: Offers breakfast & lunch with a range of salads and sandwiches along with homemade breads & soups, as well as a variety of coffee & tea specialties. Voted "Coolest Coffee Hangout" by Northern Express readers.
131 River St., 231-264-1111.

THE MOOSE: Dine in or carry out BBQ Ribs, pizza, subs, salads, shrimp & crab legs.
127 River St., 231-264-9266.

PEARL'S NEW ORLEANS RESTAURANT: Northern Michigan's only 100% authentic Cajun/Creole restaurant with the same specialties you'd expect to find in the Big Easy's French Quarter, including gumbos, jambalayas, craw-dads, blackened catfish, alligator, Muffuletta sandwiches and more. Plus, Cajun and Zydeco music on special occasions, such as Mardi Gras. Part of the same group which owns the popular Red Mesa restaurants and The Fish, Pearl's always draws a crowd. Lunch and dinner.
617 Ames St., 231-264-0530.

RIVERWALK GRILLE: Ribs, prime rib,whitefish, specials include "Campfire" Walleye, prime rib & shrimp and Chicken Marsala. Enjoy your lunch or dinner, inside or out on the patio overlooking Elk Lake.
106 Ames St., 231-264-9121.

T.J. CHARLIE'S: An elegant look, an imaginative menu, and prices that are more than reasonable make T.J. Charlies a pleasant lunch destination. Sandwiches are named after local personalities (consider the Father Fred's French Dip), and there are many deli-style selections to choose from, along with a wide range of burgers. South-of-the-Border selections include a wet burrito, taco salad, Hoezee's Chili and a Southwestern chicken salad (complementing several other salad choices). Plus, shrimp, fish and chicken baskets and homemade pies. Breakfast &lunch.
135 River St., 231-264-8819.

THE TOWN CLUB: Long-time favorite hangout serves an extensive menu of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, a soup of the day and bar munchies. Some highlights include their gyros (including chicken and veggie gyros), whitefish sandwich, and Greek salads. Over a dozen appetizers on the menu for those who want something light with their beverages. Downtown Elk Rapids' most happenin' scene in the evening. Voted "Best Burger" by Express readers. Lunch & dinner.
133 River Street, 231-264-9914.

VASQUEZ' HACIENDA: Long renowned as one of Northern Michigan's most authentic Mexican restaurants, the Hacienda offers an extensive menu of South-of-the-Border appetizers, salads, burritos and Mexican dinners as well as a large selection of American specialties (including whitefish, shrimp and steaks) and a "Light Side" menu. Favorites include their chimichangas, available with seasoned chicken, shredded beef, or bean & taco meat; their Monterey Club sandwich, and a Friday Fish special of deep-fried cod. Prime Rib special on Saturdays. The Hacienda offers something for every taste, and generous margueritas too. Lunch & dinner.
S US-31 (one mile south of town), 231-264-5892.