14 Themed Restaurants That Will Transform Your Michigan Dining Experience
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Serena Maria Daniels
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Michigan is home to many uniquely themed restaurants all over the state, giving you both a scrumptious dining experience and an unforgettable atmosphere. The cuisine at many of these establishments span the globe, and the restaurateurs go to great lengths to create a fun, one-of-a-kind space.
Here are some such restaurants that you may or may not have heard of until now.
If you're a fan of Michigan-made seafood, plus family-style service, where the staff greet you by first name and send off guests who are traveling by boat to Isle Royale on Lake Superior, then this special place in Copper Harbor is just for you.
Traditional, rustic Italian cuisine that's also favored by celeb chefs like Mario Batali. Sounds like the unforgettable experience of Trattoria Stella.
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We're not saying this place is authentic, but sometimes it's the regional take on a style of food that gets us excited. This Traverse City institution is good ol' Mexican American comfort food with a loyal following. And we can't hate on that.
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Sometimes the only theme you need is for the food to be authentic. That's what you'll find at this UP takeout spot.
Step down the steps that lead to this lower level restaurant in Hamtramck and you will be transported to an old-school Polish experience. The warm vibes and the comforting Polish food will have you returning again and again.
This sushi spot has a cult following, not necessarily for its ambiance, but because it turns out some of the very best sushi in the state. We'll leave it to you to decide what's more important: the quality of the food or the seating arrangements.
We'll go out on a limb an assume that most of you haven't had a soul food experience quite like this. The carryout-only spot holds its own with the menu.
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Looking for authentic Chinese and Japanese food, plus an atmosphere that's legendary for its fun vibes? Look no further than this spot.
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What we love about this place is its emphasis on both British and Indian cuisine. Those of you who are familiar with the history of the UK know that both styles of food heavily influence the culture. You will definitely notice it here.
What better theme than an old-school pasty shop? The flaky crusts and filling, savory insides of this UP spot make for the perfect Michigan culinary experience.
There's no shortage of authentic Irish pubs and eateries in Michigan. This spot is acclaimed though and takes the cake, in part thanks to its offerings of live Celtic music.
With a quaint and enduring German theme, plus its world-famous fried chicken, you're guaranteed a family-friendly, fun experience.
With a robust Arab American community in southeast Michigan, it shouldn't come as any wonder that the Mitten boasts some pretty impressive Middle Eastern food. Al Ameer is famous for it and you'll want to try it.
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What we love about Aventura, a celebrated Spanish tapas place in Ann Arbor, is that it gives diners an authentic, yet modern take in both culinary execution and ambiance.
What an awesome array of regional and global flavors – all with a flair for creating unique dining experiences. Tell us though, where are some fun themed establishments that you just can’t get enough of in Michigan?
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