Restaurants That Have Opened in Lansing in 2024

2024 was a big year for Lansing's food scene. We saw some closures along the way. However, we saw a great number of openings as well.

As we're coming to the end of 2024, let's take a look back at the restaurants that have opened, or reopened, this year.

IPot BBQ Hot Pot & Sushi Buffet

Kristen Matthews TSM Lansing

Opened in the former Golden Corral Buffet on Lansing's west side in November.

Charley's Cheesesteak & Wings

Opened on Lansing's south side in November.

Edmund's Pastime

This old Lansing restaurant reopened in a new location (the former Arcadia Smokehouse and Brewery) in November.

Kristen Matthews TSM Lansing

Opened in October.

Siraj Cuisine

Opened in October.

Kristen Matthews TSM Lansing

Opened in Okemos in October.

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This Mexican restaurant opened in St. Johns in September.

Hank's Cuisines

This restaurant opened in Lansing in September.

The Hummingbird—Sundaes & Takeaways

Kristen Matthews TSM Lansing

Opened just north of Jackson Field in September.

The Heist Grille

Opened in St. Johns in September at the site of the former St. Johns Brewing Co.

Middle Eats

Kristen Matthews TSM Lansing

This small, Michigan-based chain opened in the former Lefty's Cheesesteaks location in September.

This fast-casual restaurant serving African-infused Sandwiches and more opened in East Lansing in September.

Town Pizza & Grill

Opened in Lansing in September.

Big Moe's Kitchen

Kristen Matthews TSM Lansing

Opened in the former YaYa's Flame Broiled Chicken near Frandor in August.

Jersey Mike's

Kristen Matthews TSM Lansing

Opened near Frandor in August.

Panda Express

Kristen Matthews TSM Lansing

Opened near Eastwood Towne Center in May.

Kristen Matthews TSM Lansing

This Korean BBQ and hot pot restaurant opened in the former Buddy's Pizza on Lansing's west side in May.

Airport Tavern and Steakhouse

Airport Tavern and Steakhouse in Lansing, Michigan. Photo via Google Streetview

Reopened for bar service in April and dinner in September.

Kristen Matthews TSM Lansing

Located inside Lansing Shuffle, this eatery opened in January.

Dave's Hot Chicken

Kristen Matthews TSM Lansing

This opened in Downtown East Lansing in January.

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Gallery Credit: Kristen Matthews

Non-Chain Lansing Restaurants That Are Open on Mondays

It wasn't so long ago that most restaurants were open seven days a week. Ever since COVID, a lot of places have taken to closing on Mondays - but not everyone. Here are 21 Lansing-area non-chain restaurants that are actually still open on Monday. (There are others that may not be included on this list.)

Gallery Credit: JR

Most Interesting Pizza Topping Combos in the Lansing Area

Pizza has to be one of America's favorite foods. As Americans, we consume around 3 billion pizzas each year, which evens out to about 23 pounds per person per year. And that's a heck of a lot of pizza. With so many people eating so much pizza, of course, we're going to see some awesome variety when it comes to toppings, from the standard to the wacky. If you want to step outside of your comfort zone and take your tastebuds on an adventure, check out some of these Lansing area restaurants that have the most unique pizza topping combos around.

Gallery Credit: Kristen Matthews

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