Guidebook for Waterloo Township
Food Scene
"Now in its 20th year in downtown Chelsea, MI, The Common Grill continues to present fresh, imaginative American dishes and provide outstanding service. This attention to detail, spearheaded by owner and executive chef Craig Common, has earned the restaurant critical praise and a devoted clientele."
Set in a cool historic building, The Grill is a great spot for a special dinner, drinks at the bar with friends, or a delicious lunch. The menu changes seasonally and offers local fish and seafood specials daily. Don't hesitate to ask for more of their Amazing rolls!!
19 locals recommend
Common Grill
112 S Main St"Now in its 20th year in downtown Chelsea, MI, The Common Grill continues to present fresh, imaginative American dishes and provide outstanding service. This attention to detail, spearheaded by owner and executive chef Craig Common, has earned the restaurant critical praise and a devoted clientele."
Set in a cool historic building, The Grill is a great spot for a special dinner, drinks at the bar with friends, or a delicious lunch. The menu changes seasonally and offers local fish and seafood specials daily. Don't hesitate to ask for more of their Amazing rolls!!
Vibrant coffee shop/cafe serving breakfast and lunch. Free wifi and nice views of downtown Chelsea from the cool corner location.
12 locals recommend
Zou Zou's
101 N Main St Vibrant coffee shop/cafe serving breakfast and lunch. Free wifi and nice views of downtown Chelsea from the cool corner location.
Smokehouse 52 BBQ - Chelsea
125 S Main St Great BBQ in a fun, family atmosphere.
Less than 5 minutes from the cottage! Fantastic pizza, burgers and nightly specials. Closed on Mondays.
Clear Lake Grill
4450 Clear Lake RdLess than 5 minutes from the cottage! Fantastic pizza, burgers and nightly specials. Closed on Mondays.
Chelsea's favorite pizza! If you like delicious, think & chewy crust, order your pizza with "double crust", you'll love it! Good craft beer selection, full-bar and very family friendly.
Thompson's Pizzeria
20700 West Old US Highway 12Chelsea's favorite pizza! If you like delicious, think & chewy crust, order your pizza with "double crust", you'll love it! Good craft beer selection, full-bar and very family friendly.
Arts & Culture
University of Michigan Museum of Natural History
1105 N University AvePurple Rose Theatre Company
137 Park StAnn Arbor Hands-On Museum
220 E Ann StWonderful museum for kids of all ages!
Motown Museum
2648 W Grand BlvdDetroit Institute of Arts
5200 Woodward AveParks & Nature
Over 21,000 acres of forests, wetlands, and trails.
8 locals recommend
Waterloo State Recreation Area
16345 McClure RoadOver 21,000 acres of forests, wetlands, and trails.
DTE Energy Foundation Trail
17819 Stockbridge Chelsea RdAwesome hiking trails, activities and exhibits that educate and get people enthused about the geology and diverse natural habitats of the Waterloo Recreation Area, live animals and events. Great place for both kids and adults.
7 locals recommend
Gerald E Eddy Discovery Center
17030 Bush RdAwesome hiking trails, activities and exhibits that educate and get people enthused about the geology and diverse natural habitats of the Waterloo Recreation Area, live animals and events. Great place for both kids and adults.
Shopping
Potting Shed
112 W Middle StUnique and filled with treasures! Local souvenirs and handmade goods.
Jackson Antique Mall Inc
201 N Jackson Stantiques
Chelsea Antiques and Collectibles Mall
1178 S Main StSightseeing
destination in the heart of the city with fresh food, restaurants, businesses, art and culture and over 150 years of rich history
294 locals recommend
Eastern Market
destination in the heart of the city with fresh food, restaurants, businesses, art and culture and over 150 years of rich history
Everything Else
Ann Arbor
Michigan State University
Essentials
Polly's Country Market
1255 S Main StWhole Foods Market
3135 Washtenaw AveMeijer (Jackson Rd) station
Meijer
3333 E Michigan Ave