The Best Cult-Favorite Restaurant in Michigan is in Grand Rapids

What comes to mind when you think "legendary restaurants" in Michigan? These are the eateries that people can't stop talking about, they are praised on social media and in national publications.

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For me, the Bavarian Inn immediately comes to mind. The Frankenmuth eatery has been named Michigan's top themed restaurant and most famous.

This time around though, it's a Grand Rapids joint that's being called iconic.

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Lovefood.com went on a mission to find the best "cult-favorite" restaurant in each state. They say these dinging destinations have fiercely local followings and are must-visit.

The foodie publications choice for top cult-favorite restaurant in Michigan is Grand Rapids' Yesterdog.

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Located in Eastown, Yesterdog has been serving up legendary hot dogs since 1976 when a man named Bill Lewis decided he could build a better hot dog. Though Bill did retire earlier this year at 80, the new owners are committed to carrying on his legacy.

According to Yesterdog's website, the hot dog joint has won Grand Rapids Magazine’s Best Hotdog category every year since 1991, the year hot dogs were included in the poll.

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It's also no stranger to national attention - It inspired the fictional hot dog restaurant in American Pie and has been honored by Business Insider, the Daily Meal, and more.

Here's Lovefood's praise for Yesterdog,

Since 1976, this iconic Michigan staple has been selling great hot dogs to the people of Grand Rapids. Its retro-style interior (vintage posters, hand-crank cash register, antique jukebox) inspired the fictional hot dog joint in 1999’s American Pie (dubbed 'Dog Years'), but that’s not the only reason people love this place. Pure and simple, Yesterdog serves delicious hot dogs that are not only piled high with toppings and delightfully messy to eat, but are cheap, too.