GLAM Jam is getting even more local this year: The GLAM Jam Dining Guide
We’re partnering with Downtown East Lansing businesses to help you turn your visit into a full day. Think meals, treats, and easy stops in between all the fun.
Also take a look at the recently shared Downtown EL Summer Specials on the City of East Lansing’s website: cityofeastlansing.com/Downtown-EL-Summer-Specials
Are you a Downtown East Lansing business owner and interested in joining other Downtown East Lansing business owners? Find more information HERE.
Let’s begin with Foster Coffee☕💚
Whether you need a morning latte, an afternoon reset, or a little caffeine before chasing kids through Downtown East Lansing for four hours. Foster has you covered during GLAM Jam.
Jamba + Auntie Anne’s might be one of the easiest quick kid stops downtown. Think smoothies, pretzel nuggets, lemonade, fruit bowls, and grab-and-go snacks that are easy for little hands and stroller crews.🥤🥨Jamba also has smaller smoothie options and kid-friendly flavors, while Auntie Anne’s pretzel nuggets are basically universally approved toddler cuisine. And lucky for you, they also have a spot at GLAM Jam and will have some items there!
They are also offering GLAM Followers get 15% off Catering Orders for Smoothies, Pretzels, and Bowls, on orders $100 or more. Just mention GLAM Jam!
Jolly Pumpkin has several kid-friendly options on the menu including mac & cheese, butter noodles, grilled cheese, chicken tenders, cheeseburgers, and cheese or pepperoni pizza, plus fries, of course. A solid option for families looking for easy crowd-pleasers downtown!
Need caffeine, a snack, or a quick kid drink downtown during GLAM Jam? ☕🍓👇
BIGGBY COFFEE has smoothies, creme freeze drinks, hot chocolate, lemonade spritzers, muffins, bagels, and quick grab-and-go options for families needing a reset between activities. 💚
And check this out, buy one Get one free on any 20 and 24oz specialty beverage when you come in during GLAM Jam weekend for a coloring page that can be colored and returned for a free kids drink.
Dave’s Hot Chicken doesn’t have an official kids menu, but there are still plenty of kid-friendly options! 🔥🐔 You can order sliders, tenders, or Dave’s Bites with “No Spice” for little taste buds, plus crinkle fries and mac & cheese on the side. Easy to customize and keep mild for younger kids!
And on Sunday during GLAM Jam, mention you are taking a break from the summer kickoff for a bite to eat and get 10% off your order.
And for taco-loving families there are TWO OPTONS! 🌮 Barrio East Lansing is easy to customize for kids too! Think simple tacos, quesadillas, chips & queso, rice, beans, and milder flavors for younger eaters. Great for families who like a build-your-own style meal with lots of options.
El Azteco East has plenty of family-friendly options for GLAM Jam weekend, quesadillas, tacos, nachos, rice and beans, chips and queso, plus easy-to-share plates for groups. And honestly, rooftop chips & salsa in the summer is kind of an East Lansing rite of passage. ☀️🌮
And this just in, Downtown East Lansing has rounded up spots to find all of the must-tries during GLAM Jam Summer Kickoff and beyond! Summer is set for dining options Downtown East Lansing!
And if your crew needs something fast and easy, Savvy Sliders has smaller slider-style burgers, chicken, fries, and easy shareable options that work well for kids and groups on the move downtown. 🍔🍟 Honestly, sliders are kind of perfect when kids want “just a little something” and parents are trying to keep moving. 😅
Did we miss your favorite Downtown East Lansing? Let us know and we will share with others!
2024 GLAM Jam Summer Kickoff Fun!
