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The People's Kitchen, Lansing, MI

The People's Kitchen

4.8
4.8
332 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Innovative
We love making our food from scratch. We could not do it without our local farmers! Fun atmosphere, upscale cuisine, craft cocktails and local artist gallery as decor.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Breakfast, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Breakfast Tue–Fri 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (517) 507-5730
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Keith
  • Neighborhood
    Lansing
  • Cross street
    East Michigan and Detroit Sts.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 332 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Great for brunch

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Innovative

  • Lansing

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The People's Kitchen offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "excellent service." Diners rave about unique menu items like the Barbacoa Sammy, crispy Brussels, and scallops. The restaurant is praised for its "great vibe" and welcoming atmosphere, making it a "must-go" spot in Lansing.

332 Reviews
  1. Noreen

    VIP

    Austin

    39 reviews

    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Went to People's Kitchen on a Friday night... had to wait a little bit despite a reservation, and while our drinks came quickly, appetizers and meals took quite some time. About an hour passed between when we sat down and when our entrees arrived despite ordering relatively quickly. We enjoyed the new menu items and our food was good, but two drinks, two appetizers, three entrees and tip were $175 - rather pricey for the long wait and appetizers and one entree that were vegetarian.

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  2. David

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time at People’s Kitchen and the food has been amazing both times. Great drinks. Service was really awesome. Will be back as it is one of our new favorites.

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  3. Dave

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    People's Kitchen is the perfect place for a date night especially Thursday for the prime rib.

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  4. Deborah

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Disappointed that there were only a few food options for a 3:00 reservations

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  5. Angela

    Grand Rapids

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my parents and we had a good time. Food was top notch as always with some unique options and an ever-changing menu

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  6. Matthew

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing and because of the set menu I was forced to try some things that I didn’t know I liked the oysters were a pleasant surprise. 10/10 would do it again.

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  7. Tom

    Detroit

    12 reviews

    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Vibe and service were great. Drinks were good. Charcuterie and grilled Caesar apps were excellent. Entrees were midland to below average. The two of us who ordered the $55 steak dinners were the most disappointed.

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  8. Scott

    Atlanta

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first visit but we will be back ! The crispy Brussels and the scallops were delicious.

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  9. Ash

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chicken sandwich was like no other chicken sandwich I've ever had. The combination of a classic chicken sandwich with an Asian twist was amazing. Best chicken sandwich I've ever had!

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  10. Clark

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time eating here and I found the food delicious (Barbacoa Sammy and Caluliflower and Guoda Cheese soup)! Service was great, ambiance is top notch.

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FAQs

The People's Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (517) 507-5730.

The People's Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 332 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The People's Kitchen

2722 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48912

Additional information

  • Cross street
    East Michigan and Detroit Sts.
  • Neighborhood
    Lansing
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Breakfast Tue–Fri 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Breakfast, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Keith
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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