APPLEBEE'S: Nationally known chain has something for everyone on their lunch and dinner menus including Weight Watchers entrees and desserts. 1379 W. Main St., 989-732-2530.
ARBY'S ROAST BEEF: They've got the best roast beef sandwiches in town, and they're inexpensive, to boot - plus Curly Fries, Chicken Sandwiches, their tasty Light Menu, and their legendary Jamocha shakes. 609 West Main, 989-732-7247.
ARLENE'S DINER: Basic and good is what Arlene's offers - burgers, sandwiches, and a Chicken and Noodle dinner that'll fill you right up. 324 West Main, 989-732-5654.
BAMBOO PALACE: Chinese & Thai entrees, almond boneless chicken, Mongolian beef or chicken, Kow-Tiew Nam, Chinese vegetable and so many more entrees to chose from. 1325 S. Otsego Ave., 989-732-4160.
BC PIZZA: Pizza, subs, wraps, salads and their new oven baked pasta. 1525 W. Main St., 989-731-1555.
BENNETHUM'S NORTHERN INN: Housed in the former Schlang's Bavarian Inn, they offer fresh, homemade cuisine. Schlang's Chicken Tyrol, Northern Inn Perch, Tuscan Fetticcini and more mouth watering entrees. There is also specialty pizzas and a kid's menu. 3917 Old 27 S., 989-732-9288.
BIG BEAR DELI: Gourmet style deli sandwiches, desserts and drinks. 201 E. Main, 989-731-3354.
BIG BOY: Big Boy's gigantic menu is something you can always count on at this familiar restaurant, with its signature sandwiches like the original "Double Decker" and the "Brawny Lad." Big Boy also offers breakfast, soup, salad, and fruit bars, and a dessert menu that you won't be able to pass up. 1359 West Main Street, 989-732-3592.
BIG BUCK BREWERY & STEAKHOUSE: From Antler Ale to Wolverine Wheat, Big Buck specializes in specialty micro-brewed beers, and what a list they have - only to be matched by their dining menu, which offers the usual beef and buffalo burgers, steaks, and ribs, plus more unusual fare, like their portabella sandwich with red onion marmalade and provolone cheese, their pulled pork entree, or their smokehouse shrimp. 550 S. Wisconsin Avenue, 989-732-5781.
BJ'S RESTAURANT, LOUNGE & CATERING: There's a buffet every day at BJ's, but that's not all - they've also got jumbo burgers, seafood, steak, chicken, Italian, and Mexican entrees - something for everyone, plus their "BJ's No Rules Burger," on which you can order, whatever you want. 990 N. Center Ave., Gaylord, 989-732-4010.
BOB EVANS: Visit the folks "Down on the Farm" at Bob Evans, where hearty fare is the house menu, from biscuits and home fries to meat-loaf, rueben, and more. 210 Dickerson Road, Gaylord, 989-731-6329.
BROKEN CLUB PUB: Located at Treetops Resort. Pizza, grinders, burgers along with a wide variety of domestic and imported beers. Enjoy a game of darts or billiards. 3962 Wilkenson Rd., 989-732-6711.
BROTHERS COFFEE AND TEA: Casual, American fare offering daily specials and specialty drinks. There is live music to enjoy and visit The Gildner Gallery. 236 W. Main, 989-705-7660.
BURGER KING: Gaylord's Burger King offers the full BK menu, from burgers to BK Broilers, fries, drinks, and those familiar paper crowns. 832 West Main Street, 989-732-2660.
CHINA ONE: A wide variety of Asian fare for lunch and dinner. 638 Edelwiess Village Pkwy., 989-731-300.
CONEY ISLAND CAFE: Breakfast is available anytime and they offer a Detroit style/Greek menu for lunch and dinner. 109 W. Main, 989-705-1633.
DAIRY QUEEN: Along with great frosty treats, you can enjoy burgers and other light fare. 829 W. main St., 989-731-3298.
DIANA'S DELIGHTS: An interesting menu of treats located right in downtown Gaylord, including their homemade breakfasts. 143 West Main, 989-732-6564.
THE DUCK BLIND GRILLE: Salads, sandwiches, and entrees, including, baby back ribs, chicken piccata, veal & shrimp saute, pastas, to name a few. 696. 32 East, 989-732-5181.
EASY STREET: Located at the Best Western Alpine Lodge, this casual dining atmosphere offers a full menu of soups, salads, pastas, sandwiches, steaks, ribs pork and chicken. 833 W. Main St., 989-732-2431.
FIRESIDE INN: Pizza, pool, and a well-stocked bar await you at the Fireside Inn - give them a call to find out about special events, pool tournaments, and menu specials. 1600 S. Otsego Avenue, 989-732-9183.
FLORA CAFE:
1070 Big Lake Rd., 989-732-3505.
GARLAND RESORT HILDEGARD'S RESTAURANT: Open year round offering gourmet cuisine, a new steakhouse menu and a Saturday pig roast in the summer. www.garlandusa.com.
GLEN'S DAIRY QUEEN: An American favorite, Boyne City's own Dairy Queen features great french fries, burgers, and hot dogs to prepare your stomach for all that ice cream. 829 West Main Street, Gaylord, 989-731-3298.
GOBBLER'S RESTAURANT: Turkey is the order of every day at Gobbler's - a large portion of their menu is devoted to the delicious turkey that they pride themselves on, but they also offer chicken, shrimp, and fish entrees - and the portions are enormous. 900 S. Otsego Avenue, Gaylord, 989-732-9005.
HOPS & SCHNAPPS: Pizza, specialty sandwiches, and spirits. 2804 S. Otsego Ave., 989-732-3968 & 3400 West M32, 989-731-5121.
HOT ROD DOGS CONEY & GRILL: Just like the name says, Hot Rod Dogs offers up Coney dogs and great grill menu items. 1624 S. Otsego, 989-732-2663.
HUNTER'S GRILLE: Located at Treetops, they offer an outback wilderness menu, featuring steaks, fish, pastas and chicken. 3962 Wilkinson Rd., 989-732-6711 ext. 2472.
JAC'S PLACE: Located in The Marsh Ridge Golf Club, regional and specialty cuisine. Open all year for breakfast, lunch & dinner. www.marshridge.com 4815 Old 27 South, 989-732-5552.
JET'S PIZZA: Good pizza at a reasonable price. 610 S. Wisconsin, 989-731-9929.
THE KEG BAR AND GRILL: This is a family-friendly atmosphere with an American style menu, daily specials. 10446 Otsegoland Waters, 989-732-4378.
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN: The Colonel has set up quite a chicken-based menu for customers at KFC, from chicken buckets to their flakey pot pies, chicken sandwiches, and all the trimmings, including mashed potatoes, cole slaw, and fresh biscuits. 508 West Main, 989-732-9524.
KNICKER'S: Located in the Gaylord Holiday Inn, Knickers has a good range of American entrees, including planked whitefish and steaks. 833 W. Main St., 989-732-2431.
KONEY ISLAND CAFE: Hot dogs, Coney dogs, fries, salads. 109 Main St., 989-705-1633.
LA SENORITA: Everything Mexican can be found at La Senorita - Sizzling fajitas, burritos, enchiladas, tacos, and, for those more interested in food from North of the Border, a respectable selection of American fare. For the kids, there's the Little Amigos Birthday Club, and, for the adults, check out their huge margarita list. 737 W. main St., Gaylord, 989-732-1771.
LEGENDS ON THE HILL: Another Treetops restaurant that is family oriented. Serving breakfasts, bistro style lunches and great pizzas. 3962 Wilkinson Rd., 989-732-6711 ext. 2473.
LOON: Serving lunch and dinner featuring soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers a Friday night fish fry, Early Bird specials and so much more. 4400 Championship Dr., 1989-732-4454.
MAMA LEONE'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT: A varied menu of Italian/American fare. 2583 S. Otsego., Gaylord, 989-732-4431.
MANCINO'S: Pizza, wings, grinders, pasta and salads. 1361 M32 West, 989-705-7332.
MC DONALD'S: The popular chain's location in Gaylord, complete with Big Macs, milkshakes, and fast food's best french fries. 716 West Main, Gaylord, 989-732-5242.
MICHAWYE INN THE WOODS RESTAURANT: Michawye's location in the woods makes for great scenery, and their chefs' skills make for great menu items, from pizza and sandwiches to pasta, salads and steak. They also have three different fish choices daily - whitefish, cod, and perch. 1535 Opal Lake Road, 989-939-8800.
MOM & POP'S EATERY:
615 Main, 989-732-7200.
THE OLD DEPOT: Just outside of Gaylord in Johannesburg, The Old Depot offers buffalo, steaks, chops, seafood, ribs, and more. 10826 M-32 East, Johannesburg, 989-732-3115.
OTSEGO CLUB AT HIDDEN VALLEY: American/International cuisine is offered at the Otsego Club, in a pretty setting overlooking the Sturgeon River Valley. The menu changes weekly, with delicious accompaniments. 696 M32 East 989-732-5181.
PATRIOT PIZZA: A variety of pizzas, subs, salads, wings and calzones. 1951 S. Otsego, 989-705-2223.
PIZZA TONITE!: If it's pizza that you're planning for dinner tonight, Pizza Tonight! is a great place to call for all your pizza options. 107 North Center Street, 989-731-1133.
PO BOYZ DINER: Open for breakfast and lunch homemade pancakes, french toast, omelet, and even low carb choices. For lunch you have burgers, sandwiches, heros, chili and wraps. 615 W. Main St., 1-989-732-8009.
PONDEROSA: Dining at Ponderosa is like hanging out at a ranch after all the cows have been rustled home - big portions, loads of steak, potatoes and veggies, and a "home on the range" feel. 1102 West Main, Gaylord, 989-732-8084.
PONTRASINA RISTORANTE: Named after Gaylord's sister city, Pontresina, in Switzerland, award-winning dining is offered 7 days a week at Pontresina Ristorante, plus drinks and desserts to complement your gourmet dining experience. Hidden Valley Resort, 989-732-5181.
QUIZNO'S SUBS: Hot & cold subs, salads and soups. 111 West St., 989-705-1516.
RED ROSE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE: Relax and dine at the Red Rose, with their varied menu of Chinese, Thai, and American entrees. 137 West Main, 989-732-8644.
RUBY TUESDAY: Popular chain restaurant offers broad range of sandwiches and American classic entrees along with bar service. 499 Dickerson Rd., 989-705-7990.
BENNETHUM'S INN: 3917 Old 27 S., Gaylord, 989-732-9288.
SPICY BOB'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT: What a fun place to enjoy a pizza, pasties, pasta, sandwiches, salads and desserts. One block west of I-75, 989-732-2422.
SUBWAY: Fresh, made for you subs. 400 W. Main St., 989-732-4141.
SUGAR BOWL RESTAURANT: Family-friendly and varied, the Sugar Bowl is a great place for a late brunch or a family dinner - their full menu includes Greek specialties. 216 West Main, 989-732-5524.
TACO BELL: The Chihuahua may be retired, but the Mexican-American menu items remain - everything from tacos to burritos, plus tasty side dishes like refried beans, nachos, and cinnamon-flavored desserts. 1352 West Main, 989-732-8919.
TYROLEAN RESTAURANT & LOUNGE: Located in The Best Western Alpine Lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner specials. 833 West Main ST., 989-705-8181.
TIMOTHY'S PUB & RESTAURANT: A hearty pub menu plus cocktails. 110 S. Otsego, 989-732-9333.
TREETOPS RESORT: A pair of dining options await the discerning diner at Treetops Resort - the Horizon Dining Room offers their "Haus" feature menu including steaks, seafood, and wild game for the gourmet palate, and the more casual Fairways Grille offers grilled steaks and chops, and extensive scotch selection from around the world, and a cigar-friendly atmosphere. www.treetops.com. 3962 Wilkenson Road, 989-732-6711.
THE WHITE PINES RESTAURANT: Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Italian & Mexican favorites, fish, burgers, salads and cocktails. 137 West St., 989-731-9944.
WENDY'S: At Gaylord's location of this popular chain you will find Wendy's burgers, fries, Frostys, and their thrifty 99 cent menu. 811 West Main.
WILDERNESS VALLEY'S THE OSPREY GRILLE: A wide ranging menu with nightly specials. 7519 Mancelona Rd., 1-231-585-7090.
ROSCOMMON
ANGE'S PLACE DINING & CATERING:
406 N 5th St., 989-275-9911.
FOREST DUNES: Specializing in seafood, steaks and specialty salads. South Branch Road, 1-989-275-0700.
SILVER DOLLAR BAR & RESTAURANT:
9925 W. Higgins Lake Dr., 989-821-9475.
STREAMSIDE:
1136 E. Higgins Lake Dr., 989-821-6532.