Open Since 1831, New Hudson Inn Has Been Serving Burgers In Michigan Longer Than Any Other Restaurant
By Jackie Ann|Published November 02, 2022
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Jackie Ann
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Louisiana native and LSU Alum (Geaux Tigers!), Jackie has lived in Louisiana for over three decades and currently lives in New Orleans. She's been writing for OnlyInYourState since 2016 and can often be found with a coffee at her side, dreaming of her next adventure.
A restaurant’s longevity is always a good indicator of what type of experience you’ll have. When you find yourself at New Hudson Inn, Michigan’s oldest operating bar, you can rest assured that you’ll leave with a full belly and a happy heart. This restaurant and bar has been a Michigan landmark since 1831, which is older than Michigan’s statehood! There’s a lot to love about this historic spot, but perhaps the main reason to stop by is to feast on one of the best burgers in Michigan.
The history of New Hudson Inn is one for the books.
Russell Alvord, a New York Native living in what would become Michigan, received a 40-acre plot of land from President Andrew Jackson and opened "The Tavern" in 1831.
The building has changed ownership several times over the last 200 years, and its use has volleyed back and forth between a hotel, a saloon, and a restaurant.
If these walls could talk, oh, the stories they would tell! Legend has it that during the Civil War, the upstairs served as a main stop along the Underground Railroad.
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Today, Michigan’s oldest operating bar serves as a local watering hole as well as a pit stop for travelers on their way along I-96.
If you’re an early riser, swing by for breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays before noon. New Hudson Inn serves a full breakfast menu including all your favorites like pancakes and omelets, plus some sinfully delicious, freshly made donuts.
From salads to cheese steaks, there's something for everyone.
Just don't forget about the signature sauces that New Hudson Inn has become known for. Dip your fries, dip your burger, dip it all!
Visit New Hudson Inn’s website for a full menu and upcoming events. After you’ve feasted on the best burgers in Michigan, why not enjoy some beautiful scenery with a stroll along the nearby Kent Lake Loop Trail?
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