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The Brass Café

(989) 772-0864 128 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

The Cabin

(989) 779-9167 930 W. Broomfield St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

CMU Campus Dining Dharma Mojo

(989) 317-8555 210 W. Pickard, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 www.dharmamojo.com

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Fireside Grille at Maple Creek 6, 7

(989) 828-6315 8400 S. Genuine Rd., Shepherd, MI www.maplecreek-shepherd.com

Hunter’s Ale House

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La Señorita

16, 17

(989) 772-1331 1516 S. Mission St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

Mountain Town Station

(989) 775-2337 506 W. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 www.mountaintown.com

Robaire’s Bakery

(989) 772-3516 1903 S. Mission St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

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(989) 779-2626 4855 E. Bluegrass Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

L-1 Bar and Grille

Taco Boy

(989) 772-9200 1705 S. Mission St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

(989) 772-2391 2000 S. Mission St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

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(989) 317-3633 4855 E. Bluegrass Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

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(989) 772-9411 209 E. Bellows St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 www.sbxcentral.com

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(989) 772-0934 804 S. Mission St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

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Our MOst POPular Menu IteMs: Hummus................ Sm 3.99 Lg 5.99

Hummus

Chick Peas pureed with tahini sauce, lemon juice, and a hint of fresh garlic. Try our regular or spicy.

House soup & salad .............. 5.99 Cup of soup and small Fattoush salad.

Kafta & Fries sandwich ........ 6.49 Char-broiled ground meat with parsley, onions, herbs, garlic sauce and fries on the sandwich.

House Soup and Salad

shawarma sandwich.................. 5.59 Char-grilled meat with pickles and garlic sauce.

Falafel entree ....................... 8.99 Kabsa Entree

All vegetable patties made of fava beans, chick peas, onions, parsley, cilantro, special spices and cooked in vegetable oil. Served with a side of hummus, tahini sauce, and an additional side dish of your choice.

Mediterranean Grill

Tazeh... Healthy and Delicious

Kabob entree ...................... 10.99 Marinated and charbroiled over an open flame with vegetables Chicken or Sirloin Kabob. Includes your choice of a side dish.

Falafel Entree

Kabsa entree .......................... 9.99 Marinated chicken, caramelize3d onion and garlic tossed with Basmati rice, diced tomatoes and a seven season blend along with your choice of a side dish.

taboulli ............... Sm 4.99 Lg 6.99 Taboulli

Tomato, parsley, scallion, mint, cracked wheat, lemon juice and olive oil.

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Brass Café and Saloon

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Hunter’s Ale House

Taco Boy

Using local resources, the Brass Café and Saloon ensures freshness and quality. With a large menu accommodating the hungriest appetites, large and small portions are easy to share. Ordering from the desert menu is a must! Regardless if you prefer chocolate or vanilla, at the Brass Café there is something for everyone!

Formerly known as CoCo Joe’s and well regarded for it’s seafood, Hunter’s Ale House has undergone a total makeover and is showing Mount Pleasant how to do pizza and beer the right way. With daily food and drink specials, Hunter’s invites guests to explore the unique menu. Their 24 craft beers are always on tap and their 25 specialty pizzas will tempt your taste buds. Hunter’s Ale House also boasts a 226-inch HD TV. So, head on over to catch a game on the big screen while enjoying bar food at its finest.

Opened in 1978, Taco boy continues to serve the Mount Pleasant community and Central Michigan students with inexpensive fast food and authentic Mexican meals. Whether it’s casual dining or fast service, this menu is hard to beat. Daily specials along with Monday and Wednesday deals keep customers coming back for more. Don’t forget to check out their famous “Super Wet Burrito” – an all-time customer favorite.

CMU Campus Dining

L1 Bar and Grille

Tazeh Mediterranean Grill

(989) 772-9200 1705 S. Mission St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

(989) 317-3633 4855 E. Bluegrass Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

L1 Bar and Grille is a one-stop entertainment center located in the heart of Mt. Pleasant .L1 is known for its selection of authentic Indian and American food. With a full service bar, L1 is the perfect place to dance the night away after dinner. L1 offers daily specials on food and drinks so you can have a great time for a low price.

Making a return to Mount Pleasant’s restaurant scene, Tazeh is back and better than ever. From the warm, inviting atmosphere to the delectable smells drifting from the kitchen Tazeh is treating customers to a little peak into the Mediterranean lifestyle. Now with American, Greek, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and vegetarian options Tazeh is bringing a unique flavor to the community. With reasonable prices and authentic, delicious cuisine, Tazeh is must for anyone looking for a great local dining experience.

(989) 772-0864 128 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

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Don’t have time to cook? Miss homemade meals? Don’t worry because Campus Dining has got you covered. Serving up delicious cuisine from a variety of tastes. From American to Italian, Campus Dining can satisfy whatever you are in the mood for. Look for us in your nearest residence hall and select campus buildings.

Dharma Mojo

(989) 317-8555 210 W. Pickard, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 www.dharmamojo.com

To most, eating nutritional, healthy, organic food comes with an expensive price. However, Dharma Mojo Tea Bar and Grill provides customers with the highest level of nutrition with each meal, at a price hard to pass up. Dharma Mojo is rare, creative, and unique. The 36- variety tea bar quenches any thirst, while the menu options are all vegan or gluten free items. A newbie to the Mount Pleasant area since September 2012, Dharma Mojo is fresh, simple, and delicious.

Fireside Grill

(989) 828-6315 8400 S. Genuine Rd., Shepherd, MI www.maplecreek-shepherd.com

After a long day of golf at Maple Creek’s Golf Course, why not finish off a nice day with an evening at the Fireside Grille? Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and excellent service at Fireside Grille according to many raving reviews. On top of offering 4 or 5 course dinner meals, Fireside, also has an excellent Sunday brunch special for only $12. Fireside is not only a great place for a fantastic dinner experience, but a great place to have your rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, and bachelor or bachelorette parties.

(989) 779-2626 4855 E. Bluegrass Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

La Señorita

989) 772-1331 1516 S. Mission St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

Need a little fiesta after classes? La Senorita offers a fun atmosphere, with drink specials every night of the week! The convenient location and fantastic menu options keep students coming back for more. Voted best Mexican restaurant in Mount Pleasant, you won’t regret stopping by!

Mountain Town Station

(989) 775-2337 506 W. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 www.mountaintown.com

Once an old railroad depot, today Mountain Town Station is a fully serviced restaurant. With a wide variety of menu options, and its own microbrewery, it is hard not to dine here. Daily specials prove Mountain Town’s appreciation for customer value and will keep you coming back for more. Experience the uniqueness, dine at Mountain Town today!

Robaire’s Bakery

(989) 772-3516 1903 S. Mission St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

The best bakery in Mount Pleasant for 10 years, Robaire Bakery has been around since 1963. The shop caters to your sweet tooth with a wide variety of baked goods such as; doughnuts, cakes, danishes, desserts, cookies and pastries. It is the family recipes passed down that creates a wonderful and affordable treat.

(989) 772-0934 804 S. Mission St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

The Cabin

(989) 779-9167 930 W. Broomfield St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

Ask any CMU alum about their fondest memories, and chances are most of them include a story about The Cabin. A CMU and local favorite, The Cabin features food and beverage specials every night. Thursday night is Karaoke night, and Friday and Saturday feature live music. There is also an open mic for the secret Idol in all of us. Every night you can get an infamous Cabin Pizza or Cabin Sticks, play some darts and visit with friends. Cabin fans will tell say you can’t beat the prices, quality or portion sizes of the food and beverages.

Wayside Central/ O’Kelly’s Sports Bar & Grill (989) 772-2391 • (989) 775-3751 2000 S. Mission St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

Located in one building – but offering two different worlds. The sports enthusiast will enjoy O’Kelly’s mega screens and the stretch of 51” flat screens , along with wings, potato skins, cheese sticks, and other pub favorites. Things on the “Wayside” are popping on the dance floor. Great place to celebrate your birthdays, in the plush V.I.P. area or a night of cage-dancing!

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A little slice of a Mediterranean Life By Natalie Scalabrino CM Life Public Relations Staff

Among many of Mount Pleasant’s unique local restaurants, Tazeh stands apart from the rest. Located at 4855C E. Bluegrass, it is Mount Pleasant’s only authentic Mediterranean restaurant, and is quickly growing in popularity with students and members of the community. Owner, Charlie Devine, first established Tazeh in order to introduce new flavors to the area and bring the food culture of the Mediterranean to an all-American college town. He originally opened the restaurant in 2011, but closed in order to make some changes, which have not gone unnoticed, before reopening a new and improved Tazeh this past fall. The biggest differences were made with the

Photo by Perry Fish CM LIFE staff photographer

addition of a liquor license, which helps cater to the college atmosphere, and modifications to the previous menu. Upon taking a bite of any one of the Tazeh’s dishes you can tell careful time and consideration was put into its creation in order to balance timeless tradition with palate pleasing perfection. Of the numerous American, Greek, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and vegetarian items on the menu, the shawarma, kafta and falafel are some of the most popular entrees. They may also be purchased in sandwich form for lighter versions of the same delicious cuisine. Tazeh’s décor also reflects the Mediterranean theme with bright warm colors and items such

A Taboulli and hummus sampler is one of the many fresh mediterranean items featured on the Tazeh menu.

as vases sitting as ornamentation on the walls. The addition of select pieces of artwork and drapery partitions help to display the different nationalities represented in the restaurant’s dishes. With a friendly wait staff and a cozy atmosphere, Tazeh creates a memorable dining experience for all of their customers. Whether you want to catch a game on one of their flat screens, have a drink with friends, or simply enjoy a night out, Tazeh is the place to be.

Well Worth the Short Drive By Kelsey McConnell CM Life Public Relations Staff

Photo courtesy of Fireside Grille

Fireside Grille offers an amazing dining experience with dinner specials personally crafted by Chefs Bradley Holley and Bill Walz.

Maple Creek Golf Course’s Fireside Grille is well known for it’s exceptional food and great atmosphere. Fireside is a great place to have an upscale experience and enjoy great service. Boys, looking to impress a lady? Fireside can help! Just because Maple Creek’s Golf Course is shut down for the winter doesn’t mean Fireside is. Maple Creek’s very own Fireside Grille is open Tuesdays and Thursdays 5pm-9pm, Fridays and Saturdays 5pm-10pm, and of course open from 11am-2pm for Sunday’s brunch. Sunday Brunch is one, but not the only, fabulous special that lures people in. With not only the excellent food but also an excellent price of only $12. With Fireside Grille’s elaborate 4 to 5 course menu and meal themes varying from different cultures and countries, it is a great way to expand your culinary palate. And with Fireside’s wonderful reviews you can assure their culinary team has made them in the most scrumptious and precise way possible. Fireside holds many fun-packed holiday parties and host scheduled private parties. From Bachelor or Bachelorette parties to weddings, Maple Creek and Fireside Grille, always proves to be a great place to host a successful party. During warmer months Fireside keeps their guests, not only satisfied with their food but entertained by welcoming many musicians who preform in front of their guest on their relaxing patio around 7:30pm. Fireside Grille continues to impress and keep their customers coming back for more. Fireside Grille is located 8400 South Genuine, Shepherd, MI attached to Maple Creek Golf Course.

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The Hottest New Restaurant in Shepherd, MI Inside the Maple Creek Golf Club

LIVE MUSIC! 15 VARIETIES OF BEER! A MEnU YOU HAVE TO SEE TO BELIEVE! 8 Different Fireside Martinis, Including: Chiptini

Firetinis

Absolute, Bailey’s Créme de Cacao with a Chocolate Swirl

Absolute, Peachtree, Pineapple, and Orange Juice with a Splash of Grenadine

Appetizers:

Sandwiches:

Michigan Brie Cheese

Benton Harbor Michigan cheese crusted in toasted pecans and fried. Served with chutney, sliced apples and toasted baguettes.

Pulled Pork Nachos

House made pulled BBQ pork piled high on fresh corn chips with queso cheese, pico de gall and jalapeño cream.

Fireside Burger

Char Grilled 1/2 Pound Fresh Angus Beef, Topped with White Cheddar, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickles, and Garlic Mayo. Served on Fresh Toasted Artisan Roll

The Cubano

House roasted pork loin, shaved pit ham, American cheese, pickles and cuban mustard. Served on house made bread.

Entrees: Wild Mushroom Peppradelle (Vegetarian)

House Made Peppradelle Tossed with Wild Mushrooms, Garlic, Leeks, Red Wine, and Cream, Finished with Parmesan and Fresh Herbs.

Steak Dianne

Pan seared medallions of beef tenderloin flamed with brandy and finished with wild mushrooms, red wine demi-glace and cream. Served on piped garlic potatoes and sautéed spinach.

Cedar Wrapped Salmon

Fresh Atlantic Salmon brushed with honey glaze then roasted in a cedar wrap finished with mango salsa. Served with roasted fingerling potatoes and sauté of fresh vegetables.

See more menu at www.maplecreek-shepherd.com

Come in and see for yourself! 8400 South Genuine Road, Shepherd, MI 828-6315

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Experience the Daily Transformation By Witney Withers CM Life Public Relations Staff

One of the few places in the Mount Pleasant community that completely transforms its atmosphere from a peaceful daytime restaurant to a highly popularized nightlife scene is L1 Bar and Grille. What sets L1 apart from leading competitors in town? The perfectly crafted menu, influenced by the L1 owners, that consists of authentic Indian dishes and American cuisine. This combination of food selection is only offered at L1, located at 1705 S. Mission. And at an affordable price that just can’t be beat. Opening at 11a.m., L1 provides customers with a sense of privacy. It’s blackened tinted windows, dim lighting, and upscale furniture are the perfect mix to get away from a stressful day. Eighteen 60-inch LED TV’s consume the walls at L1 and are ideal for watching your favorite sports teams on game day. This moment is a perfect time to try the signature L1 burgers or had-cut potato chips. In addition to daily specials, Thursdays at L1 are “wing day” and “beer day.” These well-known specials provide customers with 50-cent wings, and $1 beers until close. From 9:00pm- 2:00am L1 encourages custom-

ers to show off their best moves on the dance floor while a DJ spins the latest songs. Unlike many bars, L1 does not have a cover fee for entry. This gives their customers additional money for the many drink specials during. Keeping price in mind, L1 is structured for the college student’s budget. The American menu features all-time favorites such as burgers, a variety of sandwiches, and chicken wings. All of which range in pricing from $4 .00 to $7.00. Although more expensive, the Indian menu offers both plated items as well as an Indian buffet for $9.99. The larger portions of the menu are priced from $12 - $35 and are easily sharable. If you need a venue for a party or fundraiser, L1 offers the perfect accommodations. The friendly and welcoming staff is more than willing to help you plan and assist your event while even allowing for outside catering. There is almost nothing L1 can’t do for you. If you’re looking for great Indian cuisine, a place to watch the game or to dance the night away, stop by L1 Bar and Grille.

PhotoS courtesy of L1 Bar & Grille

The Original Mt. Pleasant Pub By Kaitlyn Blaszczyk CM Life Public Relations Manager

Photo courtesy of Christopher Bacarella

Open mic, karaoke, darts, cabin sticks and the best pizza in town! These things and more make The Cabin a local favorite!

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College Students’ Dream By Witney Withers CM Life Public Relations Staff

A bar, club and restaurant all in one sounds like a dream to college students. Wayside/ O’Kelly’s is making dreams come true. Since opening years ago, Wayside/O’Kelly’s has become a Central favorite and it’s here to stay. Wayside/O’Kelly’s is in one big connected building but they are two different worlds. Let’s check out O’Kelly’s first. O’Kelly’s Sports Bar and Grille looks like an Irish pub from the outside and even has a three leaf clover as the logo. By day, O’Kelly’s is a full service restaurant in addition to being a bar. Their daily specials make it a great choice for a good meal at the right price. Specials run Monday-Friday from 11:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Need a place to watch the big game? O’Kelly’s is the spot to go. With 6 mega screens and twenty 51 inch flat screens, there is no way you can miss the action while watching the game at O’Kelly’s. They also have a great appetizer menu of chicken wings, potato skins, cheese sticks to eat while watching the game. At 9:00 p.m., O’Kelly’s transforms into one of the most popular 21 and up bars in Mt.

Pleasant. Students love O’Kelly’s for the nightly specials they offer. Tuesday night is Pint Night at O’Kelly’s and one of the busiest nights of the week. 1 pint of beer is only $1 from 9:00 p.m. 12:00 a.m. If you miss Tuesday night, you can still catch the deals on Thursday night. O’Kelly’s is definitely keeping a college student’s budget in mind. Let’s pop over to the club, Wayside Central. Wayside offers the same deals as O’Kelly’s, but they are 18 and up for admission to the dance floor. Wayside is a great place to celebrate birthdays in the plush V.I.P. area or enjoy a night of dancing in the cages. Every night at Wayside is themed. Just like O’Kelly’s, Tuesday is Pint Night, offering the same deals. Thursday night is college night at Wayside and the most popular night with a cover charge of only $6. Friday is a perfect night for girls’ night out because it’s Ladies Night at Wayside and ladies are free all night long. Sunday is a chance to go back in time and sing your favorite childhood songs at oldies night. When a celebrity comes to town, guess where they make an appearance? Wayside! Wayside

PHOTO courtesy of Andrew Coutts Photography

Things are always rockin’ and wild at Wayside.

has recently had celebrities such as LMFAO, JWOW and Chanel West Coast. They offer VIP pictures for students before the event starts. Wayside/O’Kelly’s has something for everybody. No matter if you’re 18, 21, sports fan or want to meet a celebrity. This is the place to be. There is no one in Mt. Pleasant that has not heard of Wayside/O’Kelly’s located in the middle of the action on 2000 S. Mission. It’s quite possibly the most popular spot in town, and why wouldn’t it be? It’s a college student’s dream.

A New Taste of Mt. Pleasant By Natalie Scalabrino CM Life Public Relations Staff

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Hunter’s Ale House officially came on to the restaurant scene in March 2012 with the claim of being “the new taste of Mount Pleasant.” And how could they not be? After all, what do college students love more than pizza and beer? The restaurant once known as CoCo Joe’s has completely changed its image, opting for changes in décor, atmosphere and, most importantly, food. Hunter’s menu now includes mostly classic American bar food, but what sets it apart is its thin crust artisan pizzas. There are 25 options ranging from a traditional Margarita pizza to a delicious creation known a the Mean Supreme. And if they don’t have something you like, you can always create your own specialty pizzas for just $5.99. Throughout the week, the Ale House offers

other food and drink specials as well, including their Late Night Happy Hour. Customers coming on Fridays an Saturdays get the chance to experience live entertainment, while during the week, Hunter’s has events such as game nights and trivia challenges. For sports fans, the restaurant also offers a 226-inch high definition television to catch your favorite team on. While watching, one can also experience a wide variety of craft beers, which Hunter’s Ale House is fittingly known for. There are 24 beers on tap and a knowledgeable staff waiting to help you find the right one. Hunter’s may be new to the community, but it definitely has already made a splash by bringing Mt. Pleasant a “new taste.” Hunter’s Ale House is located at 4855 East Bluegrass Road.