Miller Beach Guidebook
Food scene
During the summer months this places typically has live music one to two night out of the week. In 2022 they had a band playing every Wednesday night. Also, be sure not to miss Flamingo Fest over Labor Day Weekend
49 locals recommend
Flamingo Pizza of Miller
8341 Locust AveDuring the summer months this places typically has live music one to two night out of the week. In 2022 they had a band playing every Wednesday night. Also, be sure not to miss Flamingo Fest over Labor Day Weekend
Miller Pizza Co.
622 1/2 South Lake StreetBest pizza in town, great thin crust and deep dish
Half price Margaritas on Thursdays. For a taco place, try the wings, they’ll great
28 locals recommend
Tequila and Tacos
642 S Lake StHalf price Margaritas on Thursdays. For a taco place, try the wings, they’ll great
Vibrations Health, Wellness And Juice Bar
430 S Lake StA great vegan option in town
Goblin & The Grocer
1 W Dunes HwyOne of our favorites
Great craft beer and cocktails. Thursdays are half price Old Fashion’s
45 locals recommend
18th Street Brewery Tap Room and Craft Cocktails
5725 Miller AveGreat craft beer and cocktails. Thursdays are half price Old Fashion’s
Duneland Distillery
124 North 8th StreetA season favorite for the ever famous Chicago Style Hot Dog, takes cash only.
14 locals recommend
Depot Hot Dogs
5016 Melton RdA season favorite for the ever famous Chicago Style Hot Dog, takes cash only.
Miller Beach Farmers Market
667 S Lake StYou have to go once for the bread
Wing Wah Restaurant
7868 Melton RdGreat local Chinese food, carry out only
Taqueria Mazamitla
5025 Central AveOne of the best for authentic cuisine, their breakfast is one of our favoites
EL JIMADOR 2
7856 East Ridge RoadTaco Tuesday specials, great authentic food
Very good restaurant, might need reservations on the weekend. Right in the middle of the Michigan wine trail, makes for a great day excursion
150 locals recommend
Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant
185 Mt Tabor RdVery good restaurant, might need reservations on the weekend. Right in the middle of the Michigan wine trail, makes for a great day excursion
Miller Mini Mart
915 N Shelby StA great nearby place in case you run out of something
Beer Church Brewing Co.
24 S Whittaker StA great craft brewery
Off Square Brewing
11000 Delaware PkwyA great craft brewery
Crown Brewing
211 South East StreetA great brewery, Carriage Court Pizza is attached and very good
Windmill Brewing
2121 Gettler StA great craft brewery
Hunter's Brewing
1535 S Calumet RdByway Brewing Company
2825 Carlson DrViking Artisan Ales
8622 Louisiana PlaceChesterton Brewery | Veterans Brewing for Veterans
1050 BroadwayFour Fathers Brewing LLC
3705 Bowman DriveZorn Brew Works Co.
605 E 9th StRunning Vines Winery
101 BroadwayAnderson's Winery and Vineyard
430 E U.S. Hwy 6Shady Creek Winery
2030 Tryon RdAftermath Cidery & Winery
15 Washington StGarwood Orchards
5911 W 50 SStrack & Van Til
6046 Central AveMeijer
5150 Franklin StLighthouse Restaurant
7501 Constitution AveLucrezia Italian Ristorante
302 S Main StOctave Grill
105 S Calumet RdStacks Bar and Grill
175 W LincolnwayBlockhead Beerworks
Asparagus
7876 BroadwaySpice thai cuisine
1491 E 82nd AveBombers BBQ Crown Point
Culinary Misfits
Provecho Latin Provisions
110 S Main StRedamak's
616 E Buffalo StWalking distance down the beach to the east with a snack shack and some great burgers
19 locals recommend
Wells Street Beach
9513 Lake Shore DrWalking distance down the beach to the east with a snack shack and some great burgers
Tyler's Tender Railroad Restaurant
Paragon Restaurant
Caribbean Roots
Dominican inspired cuisine to excit your taste buds
Upscale food and drinks in a tastefully decorated and hip environment. The hot spot on Lake Street
Tiny's Coffee Bar
Upscale food and drinks in a tastefully decorated and hip environment. The hot spot on Lake Street
Liquor Store
Sporting Life Liquors
4635 Melton RoadFor all your liquor needs without leaving the neighborhood
LiqGo!
Clean and well stocked
Dunes Beverage Inc
2681 Willowcreek Roaddecent selection and not too far away
18th Street Distillery
5417 Oakley AvenueSightseeing
Aquatorium
6918 Oak AveIf you area WWII buff, check out the info on the Red Tails.
Lemon Creek Winery
533 E Lemon Creek RdGreat wine, u-pick or picked seasonal fruit.
Marquette Park
1 N Grand BlvdIndiana Dunes National Park
1215 North State Road 49Museum of Science and Industry
5700 S Lake Shore DrMuseum of Contemporary Art Chicago
220 E Chicago AveCloud Gate
201 E Randolph StShedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore DrBroadway In Chicago
17 N State StThe Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan AveGuaranteed Rate Field
333 W 35th StHome of the Chicago White Sox
Your local minor league team, free parking and not a bad seat in the house. Inexpensive family fun. Just buy the general admission ticket, you can pretty sit anywhere
15 locals recommend
Gary SouthShore RailCats
1 Stadium PlazaYour local minor league team, free parking and not a bad seat in the house. Inexpensive family fun. Just buy the general admission ticket, you can pretty sit anywhere
Wrigley Field
1060 W Addison StDa Cubs
Soldier Field & Field Museum station
Home of Da' Bears, and Sue the T-Rex
If you like music, you'll love that this place is nearby.
21 locals recommend
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
5400 W 29th AveIf you like music, you'll love that this place is nearby.
Boat tours, riding with a ranger. Sunset cruise. $35, offered 7 days a week in season. Classic lake tour
1 Washington St
Boat tours, riding with a ranger. Sunset cruise. $35, offered 7 days a week in season. Classic lake tour
Sporting Event
Great inexpensive fun in a safe environment for all ages.
15 locals recommend
Gary SouthShore RailCats
1 Stadium PlazaGreat inexpensive fun in a safe environment for all ages.
Entertainment
Not only a casino but a music venue. Make sure you check what shows will be going on during your stay, some are even free
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
5400 W 29th AveJak's Warehouse
221 US-41Sk8World
3600 Scottsdale StUp Your Alley
1048 Indianapolis BlvdCoffee, beer/hard seltzer, sandwiches, soup and Mac and cheese. Reservations are need to sit with the cats.
The Region Cat Cafe
Coffee, beer/hard seltzer, sandwiches, soup and Mac and cheese. Reservations are need to sit with the cats.
Groceries
Not the prettiest but clean and safe with a full service grocery store
Miller K Market
5019 E Dunes HwyStrack & Van Til
6046 Central AveMeijer
Walmart Supercenter
6087 US-6ALDI
5761 US-6City advice
Don't miss
Sunday mornings is the farmers market on Lake Street
Located by the tracks in the Schoolhouse Shops parking lot on Lake Street.
Don't miss
Dunes National Park
The Douglas Center on Lake Street is a great resource and has wonderful hiking trails
Don't miss
Day trip in Chicago boat excursion
For an excursion in Chicago we have partnered with Lindsey and her boat charter. Check them out. https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/3095023?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=d865a2cd-ebaa-4517-bb6e-d76f6ceb14fa