Highland Park, Michigan, knows what it takes to make good fast food. Real fast food restaurants don’t have thousands of locations around the country — you can taste it when they do. Avoid the chains and eat at these top-notch fast-casual joints in Highland Park.
1. Michael’s Grill & Salad Bar
If you’re looking for one of the best fast-food experiences in Highland Park, you can hardly do better than Michael’s Grill & Salad Bar. Known to some as Michael’s Hot Dogs and others as Michael’s Chicago Style Red Hots, this fast-casual restaurant serves up some of the best hot dogs you’ll ever have. But you’ll also find a fantastic selection of burgers, sandwiches, wraps, spuds, and more on their menu. If you want to eat like a local, Michael’s is the place to be.
2. Once Upon a Bagel
Once Upon a Bagel first opened its doors in 1982, and since then it has grown into a Highland Park institution. As its name suggests, this is where you want to go if you want anything to do with a bagel. Grab a baker’s dozen of your favorite type of bagel with plenty of flavors of cream cheese spreads to choose from. You’ll also find plenty of deli meats, fish, and cheese at this shop to stack on your bagels. If you’re looking for a top-notch breakfast spot, Once Upon a Bagel’s impressively lengthy menu has what you need.
3. New York Slices
New York Slices is where you go to get good pizza in Highland Park. Their New York-style pies always hit the spot, whether you build your perfect pizza or let them take the wheel with their interesting specialties. Personally, we like the Spicy Pie and New York White Pizza. You’ll also find great wings, salads, jalapeno poppers, chicken fingers, and more on their menu if you have some picky eaters in the bunch.
4. Piero’s Pizza
Not a New York-style fan? Then try Piero’s Pizza to get some of the best Chicago-style pizzas in town. Their deep-dish offerings will make you want to come back tomorrow. Whether you’re an anchovy or pepperoni traditionalist or you want a pizza with something you’ve never tasted on a pie before, Piero’s has your back. They also have a great selection of pasta, sandwiches, calzones, and more if you’re looking for another Italian pick-me-up. Get it delivered, pick it up, or dine in — Piero’s knows how to make a decent pie.
5. Potbelly Sandwich Shop
For a classic deli-style sandwich, head to the Potbelly Sandwich Shop. Clubs, Italians, Mediterranean chicken, roast beef, and even peanut butter and jelly — Potbelly has all the bases covered when it comes to making a quality sandwich. If you’re looking for a new lunch spot that never disappoints, you can’t go wrong with this restaurant.
Whatever your stomach is in the mood for, you’ll find something to satisfy it in the Highland Park area. Start exploring the world of good fast food at these spots, and expand your search to find your new favorite lunch spot.
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