Warm Up with Winter Meal Specialties in Livingston County

November 18, 2021 | Story by: Shelby Rochowiak

While enduring a Michigan winter, there is no better feeling than sitting down for a warm meal. Thankfully, Livingston county is home to many coffee shops, eateries, and bakeries making it the perfect stop for those seeking warm, comforting foods.

Here are a few local favorites to get your stomach growling! For other delicious options, visit our #EatLivCo page to check out more restaurants in Livingston County.

Shepherd’s Pie from Jameson’s Irish Pub and Grill

Jameson’s Irish Pub and Grill offer several Irish specialties. Find savory dishes like corned beef and cabbage, Irish dumplings, and chicken pot pie on the menu. A local favorite is Shepherd’s Pie which is filled with ground beef, mushrooms, green beans, peas, carrots, and a creamy mushroom sauce. The dish is topped with garlic mashed potatoes and cheddar cheese sprinkled on top. Pair it with a slice of freshly baked bread and let this warm bowl of Irish comfort food take you away.

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Add Smoked Brisket to your Killer Mac & Cheese at Block Brewing

 

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Add smoked brisket, pulled pork, chicken, or chicken tenders to Block Brewing’s Killer Mac & Cheese. This house-made macaroni and cheese includes cavatappi noodles, candied bacon and is topped with cornbread crumbs.

Top off this ultimate comfort meal with one of the following Block Brewing’s BBQ Sauces: House, Carolina, Texas Hot or Sweet.

Dip buttery breadsticks in creamy garlic spread at Tomato Brothers

 

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For breadsticks even better than Olive Garden’s we would hands-down recommend Tomato Brothers! These legendary breadsticks are hand-rolled, buttery, and soft. They are the perfect vessel for garlic spread, house-made ranch, or sweet marinara.

Add a bowl of pasta to your order and experience just how comforting food from Tomato Brother’s can be.

Enjoy Braised Short Ribs next to the double-sided fireplace at Bourbon’s

These slow-roasted short ribs are topped with a beef demi-glace and pickled red onions. They are served with hand-mashed potatoes and bacon braised collards, and cornbread.

Order Braised Short Ribs or a cup of Jambalaya Soup and let the bold, southern-inspired flavors at Bourbon’s warm you up after a cold winter day.

Enjoy a slice of Upper Peninsula heaven and order authentic pasties from Village Pizza & Pasties

 

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Visit Village Pizza & Pasties menu to check out their array of delicious pasties. Try venison, lamb, beef, pork, or chicken pasties. If meat is not a part of your diet fear not, try the vegetarian pasty!

Breakfast pasties made with steak, bacon, egg, and potato are also on the menu. These pasties are perfect for those looking for a hot, hearty breakfast to eat on the go on a cold winter morning.

Comfort food? Say no more! Visit Cozy Inn, home to The Original Cozy Burger

 

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Warm-up by the outdoor firepits and sink your teeth in a hot, juicy Cozy Burger from Cozy Inn. This burger is a local favorite and is served with a bag of chips for only $8.49. Go on a Monday and get this favorite local meal for only $4.95!

Enjoy Cozy food from the comfort of your own home and order carryout drink specials and delicious eats.

Buttery Garlic Knots from M Street Baking Co.

 

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Pulling apart a tasty, warm garlic knot fresh out of the oven is the perfect way to find comfort on a cold winter day. Enjoy a Garlic Knot or other yummy treats like cinnamon buns, soft pretzels, cupcakes, brownies, and more at M Street Baking Company!

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