Best of Lake Station, IN
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Lake Station, IN — mapped and organized by category.
About Lake Station
Lake Station is a city located in Lake County, Indiana, within the United States. According to the 2020 census, the community had a population of 13,235 residents.
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Benchwarmer's Grille
Benchwarmer's Grille is an American restaurant located at 6028 Central Avenue.
View details →Best Hotels in Lake Station
6 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Baymont Portage Indiana Dunes
Baymont Portage Indiana Dunes is a hotel located in the Willow Creek neighborhood.
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Quality Inn & Suites Portage
Quality Inn & Suites Portage is a hotel located in the Willow Creek neighborhood.
Best Restaurants in Lake Station
11 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Benchwarmer's Grille
Benchwarmer's Grille is an American restaurant located at 6028 Central Avenue.
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Tequila and Tacos
Tequila and Tacos is a Mexican restaurant located at 642 South Lake Street.
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The Brass Idol
The Brass Idol is an American‑style restaurant located at 5900 Miller Avenue.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Lake Station
1 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Lake Station
6 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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18th Street Brewery
18th Street Brewery is a bar located in the Downtown Miller Beach neighborhood.
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Dialogue Wine Bar
Dialogue Wine Bar offers a relaxed setting for wine enthusiasts in Downtown Miller Beach.
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Panthera's Cocktail Lounge
Panthera's Cocktail Lounge offers a relaxed atmosphere for drinks in Duneland Village.
Best Things to Do in Lake Station
4 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Nelson Algren Museum
Explore the Nelson Algren Museum in Downtown Miller Beach, where visitors can learn about the author's legacy and local history.
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Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education
The Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education offers interactive exhibits that explore local ecosystems.
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Tolleston Dunes Outlook
Tolleston Dunes Outlook is an attraction located in the Edgewater neighborhood.
Best Shops in Lake Station
2 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Indie Indie Bang Bang
Indie Indie Bang Bang is a shop located in the Downtown Miller Beach neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Lake Station
14 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Marquette Park
Marquette Park sits on 1 North Grand Boulevard and offers 1.4 miles of Lake Michigan beaches along with inland ponds, sand dunes, wetlands, a lagoon, and indigenous oak savanna. The park is completely surrounded by Indiana Dunes National Park and includes the Octave Chanute museum, a National Landmark of Soaring.
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Founder's Square Park
Founder's Square Park offers open space for visitors to relax and enjoy nature.
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Indian Boundary Park
Indian Boundary Park is a public green space that offers visitors an opportunity to relax and enjoy nature.
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Olson Memorial Park
Olson Memorial Park offers a peaceful setting for walking and relaxation.
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