Best Pasties near Mackinac Bridge

I’ve laid the groundwork for pasty trails in the Upper Peninsula and around metro Detroit, but the people still want more. Some of the most popular locations in the state are around the Mackinac Bridge, whether it’s Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City or the Bridge itself. And what do people love more than all of those things combined? Pasties.

I’ve decided to compile every place within a 30-mile radius from the Bridge that sells pasties. This isn’t like The Pasty Trail (or Pasty Trail 2), which is more of a vacation. This is only about pasties. If you’re in the area and need a pasty, you’re in the right spot. This goes in order of distance from the Bridge.

For shops outside this area, the Pasty Finder lets you search by zip code and radius.

Hunt’s Mackinac Pastie & Cookie Co.

Hunt’s is first on the list because there’s a shop north and south of the Bridge. These pasties are a little different than most of the ones you’ll find… pretty much everywhere in Michigan. There isn’t a handle and they’re kind of folded up on top. They have a few options other than the Traditional, though the cheapest one is $8.59. Review

Taste of the Upper Peninsula (Zodiac’s Party Store)

This is the original pasty shop that got me hooked (somewhat) on pasties as a kid. They may not be the best, but they are extremely convenient if you’re going west on US-2. The pasties aren’t always hot and ready so if you’re in a major rush, call ahead. It’s also connected to a party store if you want to enjoy a pasty and a 6-pack. Review

Lehto’s Pasties

Lehto’s is probably the most popular pasty shop in the area and that’s why they opened another location slightly north of downtown St. Ignace (the original is about eight minutes west of the Bridge). The new one also has a few more options, as the original only has beef. If you aren’t THAT hungry, I probably wouldn’t go here. If you are, the pasties are good and extremely filling coming in at $6-7. Review

Dixie Saloon

The Saloon is probably one of the better places to go in the area for a family or if you’re looking for a brewery-type atmosphere. It’s downtown Mackinaw City, which can get a bit busy in the middle of summer. However, if you want a pasty, it’s not extremely high on my list. Review

Driftwood Motel Restaurant

The only time I’ve been to Driftwood was when the Bridge was closed in the winter. I thought it was perfect. It was busy, the bar was big and they had college football on every TV. The pasty was okay, but it tasted better with football and beer. Review

Bentley’s B-M-L Cafe

I’ve been to Bentley’s, but have never had the pasty. It’s basically a diner so whatever a diner pasty tastes like. Right?

Millie’s on Main

This place is on Mackinac Island and while I’ve visited the Island multiple times, I’ve never had a pasty at Millie’s, which costs $12.99.

Sposito’s Pasties

One of the newer spots in the area, Sposito’s is just west of the Bridge on US-2. Ease of access is its main selling point and that it likely isn’t as busy as Lehto’s in the dead of summer during lunch time. Review

Johnnie’s On 2

If you aren’t in a rush and looking for a drink, Johnnie’s On 2 has pasties and a full bar. There are a few restaurants near the Bridge that sell pasties, but Johnnie’s at least advertises theirs. It’s another just west of the Bridge. Review

Wildwood Pasties

Wildwood’s is roughly 30 minutes west of the Bridge so it’s the last one that’s truly in the area. This pasty is kind of put together like a burrito and the versions I’ve had lacked a bit of salt, but if you want to be healthy, maybe this is the choice. They are closed from December to April. Review

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