Steve And Sherri’s guidebook to the Cadillac area
Food scene
Great social vibe at this place. Almost too many beers on tap (can there really be too many) from many local Northern Michigan Breweries. (I quite like the Clam Lake Loggers Daughter). AND great pizza. Within 10 minute walk from the Cadillac Hub. Nice stroll to/from on the streets of Cadillac.
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Clam Lake Beer Co
106 S Mitchell StGreat social vibe at this place. Almost too many beers on tap (can there really be too many) from many local Northern Michigan Breweries. (I quite like the Clam Lake Loggers Daughter). AND great pizza. Within 10 minute walk from the Cadillac Hub. Nice stroll to/from on the streets of Cadillac.
If you want a great lakeside dining experience, this is it. It can be a bit on the pricey side for Cadillac, but you can't beat the view and atmosphere. They've put a lot of remodel work into the restaurant and grounds over the last couple of years. Nice up and coming restaurant.
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Dockside Inn Restaurant
2404 Sunnyside DriveIf you want a great lakeside dining experience, this is it. It can be a bit on the pricey side for Cadillac, but you can't beat the view and atmosphere. They've put a lot of remodel work into the restaurant and grounds over the last couple of years. Nice up and coming restaurant.
A Cadillac visit is not complete without a stop at The Sweet Shop. Over 100 types of handmade candies and Northern Michigan Moomers Ice Cream as well. (try the Snowbirds!) Nice 10 min stroll from The Cadillac Hub. Just enough time to finish your cone!
The Sweet Shop
111 S Mitchell StA Cadillac visit is not complete without a stop at The Sweet Shop. Over 100 types of handmade candies and Northern Michigan Moomers Ice Cream as well. (try the Snowbirds!) Nice 10 min stroll from The Cadillac Hub. Just enough time to finish your cone!
Agreed! It's not much to look at from the outside, and the inside is standard as well. But, it's a nice local sports bar that has decent food and is just an overall fun spot to mix in a bit. You can see the back entrance 1 block away from the Cadillac Hub. Less than 90 seconds to walk there, and if you have a couple to many, perhaps a few extra seconds to stumble back.. (but no driving required!) I always go for a burger or a burrito!
Cadillac Party Lounge
516 N Mitchell StAgreed! It's not much to look at from the outside, and the inside is standard as well. But, it's a nice local sports bar that has decent food and is just an overall fun spot to mix in a bit. You can see the back entrance 1 block away from the Cadillac Hub. Less than 90 seconds to walk there, and if you have a couple to many, perhaps a few extra seconds to stumble back.. (but no driving required!) I always go for a burger or a burrito!
Local favorite and out of towners always make a point to come back here. Wonderful view of Lake Mitchell, great patio (if you can get a spot). Interior decor is fun and food is great. This is a must do.
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Lakeside Charlies
301 S Lake Mitchell DrLocal favorite and out of towners always make a point to come back here. Wonderful view of Lake Mitchell, great patio (if you can get a spot). Interior decor is fun and food is great. This is a must do.
This is a Cadillac must do for breakfast. Sure, doesn't look like much, but the local atmosphere, food, and service make it a comeback spot for sure. (normally large portions, wear your loose pants)
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13th Street Market & Restaurant
3075 W 13th StThis is a Cadillac must do for breakfast. Sure, doesn't look like much, but the local atmosphere, food, and service make it a comeback spot for sure. (normally large portions, wear your loose pants)
During the Summer (Tues and Fri), the Farmers Market is an easy walk for you to get some local homegrown goodness! Picked fresh produce and foods. Lots of local artisans, food trucks and more! Check out the Maker's Market in front of After 26 depot for Northern Mi crafts and arts as well.
Cadillac Farmers Market
117 West Cass StreetDuring the Summer (Tues and Fri), the Farmers Market is an easy walk for you to get some local homegrown goodness! Picked fresh produce and foods. Lots of local artisans, food trucks and more! Check out the Maker's Market in front of After 26 depot for Northern Mi crafts and arts as well.
Newer place in Cadillac (4-5 yrs anyhow). Perfect farm to table dishes and house-made desserts created by a first rate Chef. (and some incredible craft cocktails too!)
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Raven Social
119 South Mitchell StreetNewer place in Cadillac (4-5 yrs anyhow). Perfect farm to table dishes and house-made desserts created by a first rate Chef. (and some incredible craft cocktails too!)
Sinfully great bakery and one of our favorite lunch spots. We love the Chicken Pesto sandwich! I believe they are open Tues - Sat from 8am to 2pm.. (but it does seem to change with the wind every once in awhile)
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Blue Heron Cafe
304 N Mitchell StSinfully great bakery and one of our favorite lunch spots. We love the Chicken Pesto sandwich! I believe they are open Tues - Sat from 8am to 2pm.. (but it does seem to change with the wind every once in awhile)
My favorite Pizza spot. No rinse and repeat franchise stuff here!! I usually get a Pizza Pocket. Through the parking lot and a block south. Will still be hot when you get back.
Pizza Plus
302 N Mitchell StMy favorite Pizza spot. No rinse and repeat franchise stuff here!! I usually get a Pizza Pocket. Through the parking lot and a block south. Will still be hot when you get back.
We try to keep it healthy, and we shop here quite frequently. All your organic foods and health products served up by a locally owned team that can give you tips on anything you may need. Across the parking lot and about 1.5 blocks south.
Apple Valley Natural Foods Inc
215 North Mitchell StreetWe try to keep it healthy, and we shop here quite frequently. All your organic foods and health products served up by a locally owned team that can give you tips on anything you may need. Across the parking lot and about 1.5 blocks south.
If you need to escape the Hub for a bit for some coffee and a muffin with wi-fi access, this is a great spot. Great selection of books to help relax up north as well.
Horizon Books
115 S Mitchell StIf you need to escape the Hub for a bit for some coffee and a muffin with wi-fi access, this is a great spot. Great selection of books to help relax up north as well.
Great place with an even more incredible mission. In the state of Michigan, people with developmental disabilities age out of public schools at 26-years-old and that means they are left with little to no structure, guidance, or even hobbies. This is where the After 26 Depot steps in to help. Stop by for a great breakfast or lunch and an even greater contribution to those that want to work and contribute to the community.
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After 26 Depot Cafe
127 W Cass StGreat place with an even more incredible mission. In the state of Michigan, people with developmental disabilities age out of public schools at 26-years-old and that means they are left with little to no structure, guidance, or even hobbies. This is where the After 26 Depot steps in to help. Stop by for a great breakfast or lunch and an even greater contribution to those that want to work and contribute to the community.
The Timber Burger!! Loosen your belt. Fun place with a lot of Cadillac history and decor. You will tell your friends about it.
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The Timbers Restaurant
5535 M-115The Timber Burger!! Loosen your belt. Fun place with a lot of Cadillac history and decor. You will tell your friends about it.
Wide open timber framed dining area with spectacular views of the El Dorado golf course. Perfect after a long round of 18, or simply stop out for lunch/dinner. (The Cadillac Hub and Cadillac Grill are not related - but hmmm there could be something there for the future!!)
Cadillac Grill
7839 46 1/2 RoadWide open timber framed dining area with spectacular views of the El Dorado golf course. Perfect after a long round of 18, or simply stop out for lunch/dinner. (The Cadillac Hub and Cadillac Grill are not related - but hmmm there could be something there for the future!!)
This seems to be my standard spot for breakfast. Usually pretty quick and good service. Coffee cup seems to stay permanently filled! Could still walk there, although it'd be hike. Perhaps take the car.
Cast Iron Kitchen of Cadillac
621 South Mitchell StreetThis seems to be my standard spot for breakfast. Usually pretty quick and good service. Coffee cup seems to stay permanently filled! Could still walk there, although it'd be hike. Perhaps take the car.
Two blocks from The Cadillac Hub, this small batch coffee roastery is located in downtown Cadillac with a wide variety of amazing coffee that is aromatic and delicious. This welcoming COZY space is a great place to come enjoy COFFEE and enchanting CONVERSATION. They also offer a breakfast and lunch menu.
Chunky Bear Coffee Roasters
Two blocks from The Cadillac Hub, this small batch coffee roastery is located in downtown Cadillac with a wide variety of amazing coffee that is aromatic and delicious. This welcoming COZY space is a great place to come enjoy COFFEE and enchanting CONVERSATION. They also offer a breakfast and lunch menu.
To Do and See
Some of our favorite things to get out and do in the area!
One of our favorite hiking spots is to get on the North Country Trail at Red River Bridge (N. Coates Hwy, Harrietta). Hike North on the loop up to Hodenpyl Dam - (suspension bridge is cool) and then back. ~1.5 - 2 hour hike. This is about a 35 minute drive from the Cadillac Hub. Spectacular views, although a pretty hilly/aggressive hike at times. Also the High Roll-Away section of trail is something to see in the fall. We can help you get there as well. That's a bit more tricky.
Red Bridge River Access
North Coates HighwayOne of our favorite hiking spots is to get on the North Country Trail at Red River Bridge (N. Coates Hwy, Harrietta). Hike North on the loop up to Hodenpyl Dam - (suspension bridge is cool) and then back. ~1.5 - 2 hour hike. This is about a 35 minute drive from the Cadillac Hub. Spectacular views, although a pretty hilly/aggressive hike at times. Also the High Roll-Away section of trail is something to see in the fall. We can help you get there as well. That's a bit more tricky.
Learn about the mystery of the channel between Lake Cadillac and Lake Mitchell. Nice area to take a walk in the summer or even some of the snowshoe trails in the winter. Biking or even walking the path around Lake Cadillac is a true favorite. It's about 7 miles I believe. A few odd years back, we'd even roller blade around (Yikes, dating ourselves)
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Lake Cadillac
Learn about the mystery of the channel between Lake Cadillac and Lake Mitchell. Nice area to take a walk in the summer or even some of the snowshoe trails in the winter. Biking or even walking the path around Lake Cadillac is a true favorite. It's about 7 miles I believe. A few odd years back, we'd even roller blade around (Yikes, dating ourselves)
We did this for years with our kids. Yes, there is still a drive in, and it's like you remembered so many years ago. This is about a 55 min drive from the Cadillac Hub. We'd normally head up to Frankfurt in the late afternoon and play at the beach a bit, then head to the drive in around 8-9pm. I won't mislead you... it makes for one super late night and gives you something the family will talk about forever. *Open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend
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Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theatre
9812 Honor HwyWe did this for years with our kids. Yes, there is still a drive in, and it's like you remembered so many years ago. This is about a 55 min drive from the Cadillac Hub. We'd normally head up to Frankfurt in the late afternoon and play at the beach a bit, then head to the drive in around 8-9pm. I won't mislead you... it makes for one super late night and gives you something the family will talk about forever. *Open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend
Yes, this is a REAL toy store. The ones you didn't think existed any longer. Wood toys, vintage toys and games from when you were young... You won't find this type of selection and nostalgia at the box stores!!
Toy Town of Cadillac
122 S Mitchell StYes, this is a REAL toy store. The ones you didn't think existed any longer. Wood toys, vintage toys and games from when you were young... You won't find this type of selection and nostalgia at the box stores!!
A local movie theatre like the good 'ole days. Always has the current block busters and it's an easy stroll from the The Cadillac Hub.. South on main street (Mitchell) about 4 blocks.
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GQT Cadillac 4
202 S Mitchell StA local movie theatre like the good 'ole days. Always has the current block busters and it's an easy stroll from the The Cadillac Hub.. South on main street (Mitchell) about 4 blocks.
Marked flat gravel trail that winds through woods & marsh areas with wood bridges & lookout points. Beautiful lakes area with picnic & biking trails nearby. Nice trail close to The Hub to get out in nature.
Heritage Nature Trail
2506 North BlvdMarked flat gravel trail that winds through woods & marsh areas with wood bridges & lookout points. Beautiful lakes area with picnic & biking trails nearby. Nice trail close to The Hub to get out in nature.
One of my favorite places in Cadillac. Great single-track mountain biking, foot paths, well groomed for fat-tire and Nordic skiing in the winter. A true gem for Cadillac.
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Cadillac Pathway Trailhead
3736 S Seeley RdOne of my favorite places in Cadillac. Great single-track mountain biking, foot paths, well groomed for fat-tire and Nordic skiing in the winter. A true gem for Cadillac.
The famous VASA! About 45 minute drive to the main trail head. The Vasa Pathway features a series of loops (3K, 5K, 10K, 25K) that offer users a variety of challenges from easy to difficult. Cross-country skiers, runners, hikers, mountain bikers, walkers, and naturalists enjoy the Vasa Pathway. It is the home of the North American Vasa cross-country ski race, and the annual Iceman Cometh mountain bike race uses a portion of the trail.
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Vasa Pathway Trailhead
The famous VASA! About 45 minute drive to the main trail head. The Vasa Pathway features a series of loops (3K, 5K, 10K, 25K) that offer users a variety of challenges from easy to difficult. Cross-country skiers, runners, hikers, mountain bikers, walkers, and naturalists enjoy the Vasa Pathway. It is the home of the North American Vasa cross-country ski race, and the annual Iceman Cometh mountain bike race uses a portion of the trail.
Within a few blocks west of the Cadillac Hub. The sound garden is an exciting area for kids and adults alike. It is also on the Clam River Greenway, which is a 1.6 mile walk starting at Lake Cadillac and winds through the community along the Clam River. Perfect for a short stroll when you need to stretch your legs.
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Cadillac Sound Garden
398 Chestnut StWithin a few blocks west of the Cadillac Hub. The sound garden is an exciting area for kids and adults alike. It is also on the Clam River Greenway, which is a 1.6 mile walk starting at Lake Cadillac and winds through the community along the Clam River. Perfect for a short stroll when you need to stretch your legs.
Caberfae Scenic Overlook has a nice view, primarily to the west, of wooded hills, and the nearby Caberfae Ski Area. Stairs and a ramp lead up to the observation deck providing an extra elevation view across the Caberfae area. This is a wonderful site for fall color viewing.
Caberfae Scenic Overlook (recgovnpsdata)
Caberfae Scenic Overlook has a nice view, primarily to the west, of wooded hills, and the nearby Caberfae Ski Area. Stairs and a ramp lead up to the observation deck providing an extra elevation view across the Caberfae area. This is a wonderful site for fall color viewing.
Golf (Fore!)
Beautiful golf course with a great clubhouse/restaurant (The Cadillac Grill) to wrap up a day on the links! (one of the more difficult courses in the area)
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Eldorado Golf Course
7839 46 1/2 RdBeautiful golf course with a great clubhouse/restaurant (The Cadillac Grill) to wrap up a day on the links! (one of the more difficult courses in the area)
Time honored tradition in the Cadillac area. You may have heard of McGuires resort historically. This is now Evergreen and even better than before.
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Evergreen Golf Course
7880 Mackinaw TrailTime honored tradition in the Cadillac area. You may have heard of McGuires resort historically. This is now Evergreen and even better than before.
Semi-private club, but open to guests from outside of the area. Nice-flat, and not too much water. It's a landmark in the Cadillac area, established in 1910! (did they have clubs back then??)
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Cadillac Country Club
5510 E Michigan 55Semi-private club, but open to guests from outside of the area. Nice-flat, and not too much water. It's a landmark in the Cadillac area, established in 1910! (did they have clubs back then??)
Perfectly fit into nature. Fair amount of water, I struggle at this one. (sploosh) Although I struggle on all of them!
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Lakewood on the Green
128 Lakewood DrPerfectly fit into nature. Fair amount of water, I struggle at this one. (sploosh) Although I struggle on all of them!
Nice course a bit off the beaten path, but worth the 30 min drive. Tucked in with nature. I've seen deer on the course every time I've golfed here.
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Caberfae Peaks
1 Caberfae LnNice course a bit off the beaten path, but worth the 30 min drive. Tucked in with nature. I've seen deer on the course every time I've golfed here.
Grocery and Quick Convenience
1 stop for groceries, pharmacy, and anything else you may have forgotten. Best box store produce in Cadillac. 2.2 mi North on Mitchell St.
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Meijer
8605 34 Rd1 stop for groceries, pharmacy, and anything else you may have forgotten. Best box store produce in Cadillac. 2.2 mi North on Mitchell St.
Just through the parking lot out your entrance door and to the south by 1/2 block. This party store is a Cadillac institution. New location but same ole history. Delivers anything it has in the store, and people flock there for the Pizza by the slice for $1.00! (not a typo). Easy stroll over if you need a snack.
G & D Pizza & Party Store
319 N Mitchell StJust through the parking lot out your entrance door and to the south by 1/2 block. This party store is a Cadillac institution. New location but same ole history. Delivers anything it has in the store, and people flock there for the Pizza by the slice for $1.00! (not a typo). Easy stroll over if you need a snack.
Every mid-size town seems to have one. No difference here - it's your every day Walmart :-) 2.1 mi North on Mitchell, then turn right on 34 (Boon) Rd. Another half mile down on your left.
Walmart Supercenter
8917 34 RdEvery mid-size town seems to have one. No difference here - it's your every day Walmart :-) 2.1 mi North on Mitchell, then turn right on 34 (Boon) Rd. Another half mile down on your left.
Walgreens
1220 North Mitchell StreetWalgreens Pharmacy - 1 mi North on Mitchell St (right)
Rite Aid
720 South Mitchell StreetRite Aid pharmacy - .8 mi South on Mitchell St (right)
Yes, we do still have a hometown pharmacy. The pharmacists knows all the locals and their families. It's within walking distance as well. Through the parking lot, and about 3 blocks south on Mitchell on left hand side.
Cadillac Family Pharmacy
108 North Mitchell StreetYes, we do still have a hometown pharmacy. The pharmacists knows all the locals and their families. It's within walking distance as well. Through the parking lot, and about 3 blocks south on Mitchell on left hand side.