Eat Food, Make Friends!

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN’S RIVER COUNTRY HAS GREAT FUN AND GREAT FOOD, GET YOUR 2011 VISITOR’S GUIDE AND GET FULL!

There's so much great food in River Country we couldn't just blog about it once! If you're a foodie, you'll love the delectable delights in Southwest, MI. They say eating while you fellowship is the best way to make new friends. Here are some more restaurants and food stops for you to start.

Try the cuisine in St. Joseph County! You’ll find family dining, eclectic biker bar menus, all-day breakfast and more. River Country is known for more than its rivers. Pick up your copy of the River Country 2011 Visitor’s Guide at any Michigan Welcome Center and find all the food and fun your heart desires. River Country restaurants are about more than just food, but fun and great experiences. Share in the experiences at these restaurants and local shops for great family friendly week or weekend-long vacations and getaways.

· Country Loft Ice Cream is an ice cream shop aboard a real Sternwheeler. The shop actually sails Corey Lake and docks across from Happy Landing Restaurant. Get your ice cream, before it gets away!

· Oasis is a Family Restaurant with home-cooked daily specials If you’re not an early riser, no worries, when you spend your vacation in St. Joseph County, Oasis lets you eat breakfast all day on Friday and Saturday. 656 N. U.S. Highway 131, Three Rivers, MI 49093 · At Corey Lake Orchard you can pick your own fruits and veggies as well as buy their already picked products. Their U-pick option is great for field trips, family outings, bringing a date or just getting some fresh produce for you. 12147 Corey Lake Road, Three Rivers, MI 49093

· The Thunder Hog Saloon is a great place to hang out with the guys. The Self-proclaimed “best biker bar around” specializes in an eclectic menu. Enjoy Dollar Burger Day on Wednesdays and let your hair down. Who says you have to settle for “ok” food just because you’re at a bar, enjoy the Saloon’s “delectable tidbits.” Monday Closed, Tuesday 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Wednesday 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Thursday 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Friday 1:00 PM - 02:00 AM, Saturday 1:00 PM - 02:00 AM, Sunday 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM, located at 31011 M 60, Leonidas, MI 49066

· Fisher Lake Inn is the perfect place for casual dining with an upscale menu. Tease your taste buds with steaks, seafood, prime rib and the Inn’s delicious cocktails. Enjoy the warmth of the fireplace in the winter and the outdoor dining area in the summer months that gives you a great view of Fisher Lake. Open Tuesday through Thursday from 11 am to 10 pm and on Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 11 pm. Sunday's hours are noon to 9 pm. 19984 East M-60 Three Rivers, MI 49093

Is your mouth watering yet? If so, head up over to River Country and get ordering!

For a more complete list of restaurants, pick up your copy of the River Country Tourism Guide at any Michigan Welcome Center, on the I-80/90 toll road or at most AAA of Michigan offices. You can also view restaurant listings on www.RiverCountry.com.

The River Country Tourism Council promotes travel to the greater Michigan St. Joseph County area, which is located halfway between Detroit and Chicago in Southwest Michigan and nestled between I-94 to the north and I-80/90 to the south.