Pre-Swap Cocktails

[CalmSeasQuest]

Some Weasel Took The Cork Out Of My Lunch...W. C. Fields
Prior to swaps, Cindi and I find someplace local for a bite to eat and libations. We're doing the same for the Lansing swap this year. Anyone interested in getting together prior to the doors opening?

Also - Looking for the "haunt" - Got a favorite Lansing watering hole (that's open early on Sundays)?

Post if you're interested with a head count, and/or your favorite establishment. We'll see if we can come up with a consensus and make it happen :big_grin:

[creefer]

I would be into that. Don't know the area well, so I'm up for options in terms of location.

[Werdlone]

Try East Lansing for the bar...more than a few college bars with lots of character and good food. I always liked Crunchy's or Harrison's Road House for good pub food.

[scubamomma]

we are in!

[creefer]

Try East Lansing for the bar...more than a few college bars with lots of character and good food. I always liked Crunchy's or Harrison's Road House for good pub food.

Good call. It would be nice to find something right around the corner so to speak. Hopefully someone who knows the area will chime in.

[MyNemesis]

Right around the corner from the swap, there aint much. Airport Tavern is right next to the swap. They open at noon with a full menu. Piazzano's is right down Grand River Ave from the swap. They open at 9:00 with breakfast till 1:00; haven't gotten their new liquor license yet, so no libations till twelve bells. Harrison Roadhouse opens at 11:00 with full menu, booze when they open. It's not too hard to get from the Roadhouse to Grand River and then just stay on that till you hit the swap. Few more turns, but not horrible. I'd go with the Roadhouse or Beggar's Banquet in East Lansing on Abbott for the best eggs benedict you've had in years.

[jimsflies]

The biggest issue is the swap starts at noon and being Sunday, it's tough to get drink before noon. With that said, Captive Reefs is picking up the cost of the bartender so beverages will be available right at the hall.

Also the Eagles hall has a restraunt and makes an excellent breakfast.

[MyNemesis]

The Eagles Hall would be a fine place to eat and how much more convenient could it possibly be! I just called Beggar's Banquet in East Lansing. They open at 10:00, with libations for thine infirmities and thine stomach's sake. If you want to check out a cool restaurant cause you are coming into town and why not, you won't be disappointed there. You can start the day off right and make it to the swap by noon for the opening bell.

[dlhirst]

El Azteco Westside is not far away from the Swap. If you like Mexican food, it's worth the visit. Way more convenient than East Lansing.

[tankdude]

Keep these suggestions coming, I will have my whole family with me and we would love to find a place with good breakfast food.

[dlhirst]

Being a greasy spoon connoisseur, I am always looking for a good breakfast. I am afraid Lansing has been without one ever since Shaws Triangle shut down when 69 got finished...

Bringing your family, you might try Clara's. It's a decent restaurant and I think they still serve breakfast... Though I have not been there in years. It's an old train station w/ RR motif. Kids always enjoyed it. Not too far from the Swap, and you drive Preuss's on the way!

[jimsflies]

Best breakfast joint in Lansing is Golden Harvest...even beats Shaws Triangle (yes, I remember the place). But the line is horrendous...you would have to make a decision about breakfast or miss the first 2 hours of the swap...or else get there super early. They are only a few blocks from Preuss.

The Cruchy French Toast at the Eagles club is pretty tasty as are the omelets. Since becoming a member, I probably eat breakfast at the eagles a couple times a month. But it is open to the public as well.

[scubamomma]

just let me know where we decide i LOVED the bayou grill before the AA swap

[Rook]

I'd stay away from Crunchy's. It was a great place in college, but once you grow up and go back you realize how dirty the place is and how bad the food is. Harrison's is safe (not great food but safe). Beggers, Peanut Barrel, and that new Irish place in E.L are all good picks, depending on what you are looking for. There is an Al El in E.L. that I think is better (at least was better a few years ago), the Lansing location took a bit of a dive IMO. IMO, the best bar for food in Lansing is Leo's on Pennsylania just south of Preuss. Not sure on their hours or whether they have the license to sell booze before noon or not, but we are stopping there after the swap.

[Oldtimer]

If you guys Like Thai and want something good after the swap, you need to stop at Taste of Thai on Grand River in East Lansing. No libations, but good food. It's roughly right across the street from that 2 story McDonalds if you know the area. The place is not fancy, but the food is awesome. I used to eat there every chance I got when dating my wife (she went to MSU) back in the day and we've driven back there since many times. Pad Pak is my fav there. I've tried a lot of Thai restaurants too and for Pad Pak, this is the place hands down. I'm pretty sure they are open Sunday's now - didn't used to be years ago. I'm stopping there on the way back...

http://www.yelp.com/biz/taste-of-thai-east-lansing

[Oldtimer]

I'd stay away from Crunchy's. It was a great place in college, but once you grow up and go back you realize how dirty the place is and how bad the food is. Harrison's is safe (not great food but safe). Beggers, Peanut Barrel, and that new Irish place in E.L are all good picks, depending on what you are looking for. There is an Al El in E.L. that I think is better (at least was better a few years ago), the Lansing location took a bit of a dive IMO. IMO, the best bar for food in Lansing is Leo's on Pennsylania just south of Preuss. Not sure on their hours or whether they have the license to sell booze before noon or not, but we are stopping there after the swap.


Hey there - just noticed you're in the neighborhood. Nice to see a local reefer here. I only know of one other GP'r over here in the Woods.

Andy

[Rook]

Hi Andy. I'll sent you a PM to not take over this thread.

[scubamomma]

did we pick a spot?