Sunset views of the waterfront dining deck and docks at Drift Shoreside Beer Garden along the Saginaw River in Downtown Bay City
Drift Shoreside Beer Garden | @driftbaycity
Summer Trip Ideas
Best Patios for Outdoor + Waterfront Dining in the Great Lakes Bay

It’s summertime in the Great Lakes Bay, and there’s no better way to savor this delicious season than to dine al fresco! Gather up in inviting neighborhoods pleasantly packed with patios — and discover social zones where city streets become one big outdoor dining space!

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Outdoor Social Districts in the Great Lakes Bay

With intentional street closures paving the way for inviting outdoor spots, be sure to hit the streets of our Great Lakes Bay cities to fully enjoy this summer!

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Bavarian Inn Cluck Truck
Summer Trip Ideas
Favorite Food Trucks in the Great Lakes Bay (And Where to Find Them)

Bringing delicious dishes, crave-worthy foods, and even gourmet selections to the streets (often at incredibly affordable prices), food trucks are popular for so many reasons! But which trucks serve what, and where can you find these mobile eateries when you Go Great Lakes Bay in Pure Michigan? We're here to dish.

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Restaurants with Outdoor Seating

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Steak and Egg Breakfast with a mimosa at The Public House in Bay City
The Public House | @cortneymarieeveritt
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All Eat + Drink
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Potpie with Michigan-shaped biscuits and a bloody Mary, beautifully plated at MI Table in Bay City
MI Table | @candace__rose
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Restaurants
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Views of the sun setting over the waterfront through a gorgeous wall of windows at Real Seafood Company Bay City
Real Seafood Company | @maditaylorphoto
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Waterfront Dining
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Blueberry Sourtooth Ale served up in a pint glass on a picnic table outside Loggers Brewing Company in Sheilds
Loggers Brewing | @loggersbrewing
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Breweries + Taprooms
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A glass of wine by the outdoor firebar on the patio of Prost Wine Bar & Charcuterie in Frankenmuth
Prost | @ashhhleysmith
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Wineries + Wine Bars
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“Low-Key Loki” cocktail at The Public House in Bay City
The Public House | @thepublichousebaycity
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Distilleries + Cocktails
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Heart-shaped latte art in a beautiful latte sitting on hexagon tile at Harless + Hugh Coffee in Bay City
Harless + Hugh | @harlessandhughcoffee
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Coffee + Tea
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