INTERLOCHEN & GRAWN AREA

BUCKLEY

BUCKLEY BAR & GRILL: Judging by the number of cars in the parking lot, this is easily the most popular destination in Buckley, with a variety of sandwiches, burgers and American specialties.
116 W. Wexford Ave. 231-269-4170.

PUNZEL SCANDINAVIAN: Undoubtedly one of the few Scandinavian restaurants in Northern Michigan -- perhaps the only one. Enjoy such Nordic exotic as fruit soups, open faced sandwiches and kringle's for desserts. Also, Scandinavian coffee & juices. Reservations required a day in advance. Lunch & dinner.
C-633 north of 231-263-7427.

GRAWN

RED'S SMOKEHOUSE: If you enjoy BBQ this is the place for ribs, pork, chicken and beef! They also offer soups, salads, combo meals and family picnics to go.
5818 US 31 South, 231-276-0094.

RICO'S CAFE & PIZZERIA: Grawn's first attempt at a full-service restaurant is a winner with this Italian cafe serving pasta, chicken, ribs and a variety of pizzas and salads. A pleasant Italian decor, with beer, wine and spirits available.
5790 US Hwy. 31, Grawn Plaza, 231-276-2233.

HONOR

THE WINDMILL: Wonderful family dining featuring steaks, chops, fish and more.
13901 Highway 31, 231-325-7331.

INTERLOCHEN

A. PAMPANO'S PIZZA: One of Northern Michigan's fastest-growing chains, with other sites in Frankfort, Beulah and Thompsonville, the pizzeria specializes in take-out pizzas, subs, specialty salads, wings and more. Check out their "family feast" with two large pizzas, a salad and soft drinks.
Interlochen Plaza, 231-276-9300

CICERO'S PIZZA PARLOR: A local favorite for pizza, salads, subs and ice cream for more than 15 years, with carry-out and dine-in. Lunch & Dinner.
2506 M-137 S.,231-276-6324.

CLANCY'S KITCHEN: Enjoy breakfast, lunch & dinner with a menu of hometown fare. Aside from the usual breakfast entrees, try their sweet potato scrambled egg roll or the twice baked breakfast potato. Lunch & dinner menus are the same with a wide assortment to choose from. There is definitely something for everyone's taste-buds. There is an extensive children's menu and leave room for dessert! Also, a WI-FI hotspot!
9672 US 31 S., 231-275-0808.

EARTH AND HEARTH: This is a combination bakery and deli so you can enjoy a breakfast that includes fresh baked goods and daily specials for lunch including pasties, sandwiches, soups and salads. Plus delicious pies and cakes!
2515 South M-137, 231-276-9105.

GIOVANNI'S: One of the top Italian dining destinations in Northern Michigan, Giovanni's has many loyal customers from around the country who return each year during visits to the nearby Interlochen Arts Academy. Pasta, lasagna and parmesan dishes are among the specialties, with a home-style feel and a wine list to whet your whistle prior to an Interlochen concert. Lunch & dinner.
31 S. Interlochen Corners 231-276-6244

GRANDMA'S KITCHEN: Down-home American dining in the Interlochen Plaza. One of the area's most popular Sunday breakfast destinations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
231-276-6522. 2070 S. M 137.

HOFBRAU: Completely remodeled with a pleasant cedar interior, the Hofbrau has a menu as expansive and hearty as its German name implies, with numerous seafood, steak, burgers, sandwiches, salads, regional and ethnic dishes available. Plus, a full bar and a fabulous Sunday brunch. Lunch & dinner.
2784 S. M-137, 276-6979.

THE HAGEN ROOM: Sandwiches, salads, dinner specials.
Located at Interlochen Golf Club: 10586 US Hwy. 31, 231- 275-7997.

JO & JOE'S INTERLOCHEN DELI & MARKET: Open for lunch & dinner and offering traditional & ethnic fare. Plus freshly baked, bake goods, desserts and so much more.
2480 M 137, 231- 276-6835.

KARLIN

KARLIN INN: Blink while you're driving by and you may miss downtown Karlin, which is best known for its pottery and the Karlin Inn, a friendly, family dining spot, noted for its steaks, American cuisine, and most notably, its perch fish fry on Friday and Saturday.
7484 Karlin Rd., three miles south of Interlochen, 231-263-7995. Lunch & Dinner.

LAKE ANN

L.A. CAFE: A touch of downtown "L.A." in beautiful Lake Ann. Home-style cooking, with Burgers, sandwiches, real mashed potatoes & stuffing. Lunch & Dinner.
6535 1st Street, Lake Ann, 231-275-7082

SUNSET GRILLE at MISTWOOD: Golf course dining with a view of the greens . Menu includes American, regional and ethnic entrees.
7568 Sweet Lake Rd., 231-275-5500. Lunch & Dinner.