The Best of The Irish Hills
Our favorite. Check out their website for current events and live music.
29 locals recommend
Cherry Creek Cellars
11500 Silver Lake HwyOur favorite. Check out their website for current events and live music.
Just around the corner! Look at their website for events. Sometimes they have food trucks too!
13 locals recommend
Chateau Aeronautique Winery
12000 Pentecost HwyJust around the corner! Look at their website for events. Sometimes they have food trucks too!
Just beautiful! We really enjoy coming here. They just built a new canopy bridge for a view from a different angle!
31 locals recommend
Hidden Lake Gardens
Just beautiful! We really enjoy coming here. They just built a new canopy bridge for a view from a different angle!
Evans Lake
Best lake in the area-IMO.
Fun fact- I worked here for almost 5 years growing up. Steve Meckley, Owner, is an amazing, upbeat guy. The farm has transformed over the years, but most definitely kept up with the times. I promise you won’t be disappointed if you make the trip. Just FYI, the best donuts go fast so get there early. Also, check out their website for events happening each weekend.
10 locals recommend
Meckley’s Flavor Fruit Farm
11025 S Jackson RdFun fact- I worked here for almost 5 years growing up. Steve Meckley, Owner, is an amazing, upbeat guy. The farm has transformed over the years, but most definitely kept up with the times. I promise you won’t be disappointed if you make the trip. Just FYI, the best donuts go fast so get there early. Also, check out their website for events happening each weekend.
This fun little theater is a great place to go if the weather is not cooperating at the lake. They have all the popcorn, snacks and drinks you could want.
Clinton Theatre
132 West Michigan AvenueThis fun little theater is a great place to go if the weather is not cooperating at the lake. They have all the popcorn, snacks and drinks you could want.
Food scene
Tecumseh Brewing Company
128 W Chicago BlvdClinton Hometown Pizza
131 West Michigan AvenueHands down best pizza around!
Lucero's Mexican Bar & Grill
6258 Jefferson RdYummy Mexican food
They are known for their Beach Bar tomato soup! Just be prepared to wait during the weekends, this place can be busy, but we think it's worth it. They have games to play while you wait!
22 locals recommend
The Beach Bar
3505 Ocean Beach RdThey are known for their Beach Bar tomato soup! Just be prepared to wait during the weekends, this place can be busy, but we think it's worth it. They have games to play while you wait!
Go at sunset to catch incredible views of the lake. They also have an outdoor bar in the Summer.
13 locals recommend
Jerry's Pub & Restaurant
650 Egan HwyGo at sunset to catch incredible views of the lake. They also have an outdoor bar in the Summer.
A perfect spot to watch the game! And if you're not into that, there are local boutiques right next door that are worth checking out!
9 locals recommend
Shady's Tap Room
110 N Main StA perfect spot to watch the game! And if you're not into that, there are local boutiques right next door that are worth checking out!
Less than 15 min away. The menu has a lot of chose from.
7 locals recommend
J R's Hometown Grill & Pub
11551 Brooklyn RoadLess than 15 min away. The menu has a lot of chose from.
Irish Hills Dairy Bar
7761 U.S. 12Best Ice Cream!
The Dog House Restaurant
107 E Chicago BlvdHot dogs!
The Hills Fork Oar Pour
This is the closet restaurant!
Boutiques/Shopping
Kelsey's Boutique & Gifts
122 N Main StFour French Hens
124 N Main StIDK Creative Decor
146 N Main StVillage Peddler Gift Shoppe
118 N Main StGroceries
Country Market
11301 Brooklyn RdThey have a bit of everything. Great place to grab those last minute items. They even have beer!
Dollar General
7741 US-12They have a bit of everything. Great place to grab those last minute items. They even have beer!
Busch's Fresh Food Market
565 E Michigan AveTraveler advice
What to pack
Beach Towels
Pack plenty of beach towels. We have a clothes line to dry them out at the end of the day.
Book before you go
Boat rental
Contact Evans Lake Resort to (517) 662-0297 for your pontoon rentals. **They have a limited supply**
* The boat will need to be parked at the North side of our dock platform and secured to the lake poles (not the dock itself). Please ask us if you have any questions.
Traveling with kids
Rent out our Summer Fun Shack!
What's inside?
-Lily Pad float (take it to the middle of the lake with your boat!)
-Inflatable lake floats
-Beach Mats
- Corn Hole yard game
-Fishing Poles
-Small beach umbrella
-Kids Water Table
-Double Stroller
-Kids/Adults Camping chairs