Best Restaurant Locations in Michigan

Popular Restaurant Franchises & Brands

Restaurant Ring Radius Site Selection Reports

Purchase your $199 Restaurant Location Site Report

Restaurant 1 3 5 Mile Radius Demographics & Market Data Available

Select your business or a competitor below to unlock site selection insights.

Population Demographics included 5 and 10 year forecasts.
Household Incomes
Weekly Per Capita Expenditures across relevant restaurant categories
Competitive Business Density (aka, how many similar businesses in the location)
Other important factors to your industry

Restaurant Competitive Intelligence for Michigan

View a list of the local restaurant competition and click on location name for more details regarding estimated visitor traffic, population demographics, popular visit times, and more. Includes a 1, 3, 5-mile site selection data analytics report for each restaurant location.

Restaurant Locations	Affiliation	Services	Report
Chipotle Mexican Grill 5964 S Westnedge Ave Portage, MI 49002	Chipotle Mexican Grill	Catering, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
Wendy's 980 E Saginaw Hwy Grand Ledge, MI 48837	Wendy's	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch	View
Biggby Coffee 3216 Stadium Dr Kalamazoo, MI 49008	Biggby Coffee	Coffee Shop, Counter Service, Snacks	View
Subway 2309 Ashmun St Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783	Subway	Breakfast, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Sandwich Shop	View
McDonald's 18403 Grand River Ave Detroit, MI 48223	McDonald's	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Lunch	View
Red Lobster 3464 Rivertown Point Ct SW Grandville, MI 49418	Red Lobster	American Food, Casual Dining, Dinner, Lunch, Seafood	View
McCoy Creek Tavern 215 E Front St Buchanan, MI 49107		American Food, Bar or Pub, Late Night	View
Shogun Japanese and Chinese Bistro 18411 Hall Rd Macomb, MI 48044		Chinese Food, Japanese Food, Sushi	View
Captain's Pizzeria 24104 Us 12 Edwardsburg, MI 49112		Dessert, Ice Cream Shop, Pizza	View
Arby's 1385 N Burkhart Rd Howell, MI 48855	Arby's	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Lunch	View
Little Caesars 324 S Mission Pleasant Properties Mount Pleasant, MI 48858	Little Caesars	Counter Service, Dinner, Fast Food, Lunch, Pizza	View
Wendy's 40950 Ryan Rd Sterling Heights, MI 48310	Wendy's	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch	View
Dairy Queen 700 S Carpenter Ave Kingsford, MI 49802	Dairy Queen	Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Ice Cream Shop, Lunch	View
Tim Hortons 37121 Mound Rd Sterling Heights, MI 48310	Tim Hortons	Breakfast, Coffee Shop, Counter Service, Dessert, Donut Shop, Lunch, Snacks	View
Wendy's 929 Columbia Ave W Battle Creek, MI 49015	Wendy's	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch	View
Bonanza & Ponderosa Steakhouse 10306 S Clare Ave Clare, MI 48617	Bonanza & Ponderosa Steakhouse	American Food, Buffet, Casual Dining, Dinner, Lunch, Steak House	View
Buffalo Wild Wings 29287 Mound Rd Warren, MI 48092	Buffalo Wild Wings	American Food, Casual Dining, Chicken Wings, Dinner, Late Night, Lunch, Sports Bar	View
5 Star Restaurant 19116 E 10 Mile Rd Eastpointe, MI 48021		Brunch	View
Arby's 73123 County Road 388 South Haven, MI 49090	Arby's	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Lunch	View
Qdoba Mexican Grill 20561 Haggerty Rd Northville, MI 48167	Qdoba Mexican Grill	Catering, Counter Service, Dinner, Fast Food, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
Pizza Hut 8781 E 34 Rd Haring, MI 49601	Pizza Hut	Catering, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Pizza, Take Out and Delivery Only	View
Rusty Bucket 30450 Telegraph Rd Bingham Farms, MI 48025	Rusty Bucket	American Food, Bar or Pub, Casual Dining, Dinner, Drinks, Lunch	View
El Jinete Mexican Grill & Bar 1023 E Pickard St Mount Pleasant, MI 48858		Bar or Pub, Cocktail Lounge, Late Night, Mexican Food	View
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 3003 Commerce Xing Commerce Township, MI 48390	Red Robin Gourmet Burgers	American Food, Burgers, Casual Dining, Catering, Dinner, Lunch	View
McDonald's 1440 Bridge St Charlevoix, MI 49720	McDonald's	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Lunch	View

Explore Restaurant Locations by County in Michigan

Unlock population and market insights by exploring the best Michigan's county-level restaurant site locations.

Ideal Restaurant Counties

List of the Best Restaurant Locations by County in Michigan

Restaurant Site Selection Considerations for Michigan

Since 2014, Marc Smookler, Kevin James, and the Plotr Team have been empowering business operators and owners with location data insights. They are the geo-intelligence experts.

When it comes to restaurants in Michigan, the art of site selection cannot be underestimated. Michigan offers a dynamic dining scene with a myriad of choices for food enthusiasts, making it imperative for restaurants to carefully consider their location for maximum impact and success.

The geographical positioning of a restaurant in Michigan can significantly influence its fortunes. Being situated in a bustling area with high foot traffic can attract both locals and tourists, ensuring a steady flow of potential customers. Moreover, a strategic location near popular landmarks, shopping centers, or entertainment venues can help capitalize on the existing footfall and capture the attention of passersby.

However, site selection in Michigan extends beyond just physical proximity. Understanding the unique characteristics and preferences of the local population is equally vital. Michigan boasts diverse demographics, and a restaurant must align its concept, cuisine, and ambiance with the tastes and expectations of its target market. By conducting thorough market research and identifying gaps or untapped niches, restaurants can position themselves as innovative, must-visit destinations that cater to the specific desires of Michigan' culinary enthusiasts.

In addition, Michigan is known for its vibrant culinary community, which presents both opportunities and challenges. Careful consideration of the competition in the area is essential to identify gaps in the market and differentiate the restaurant from existing options. By offering a unique value proposition, such as a specialized menu, a distinct dining experience, or exceptional customer service, a restaurant can carve its own niche and attract a loyal following.