Great Food & Spirits in Michigan City

Welcome to Swingbelly’s, a long-running, family-style restaurant and bar in Michigan City specializing in burger, sandwiches, and American entrees.

Swingbelly’s History

Come in… Get Your Belly Out! Swingbelly’s is a family-style restaurant with great food and spirits. It all started in 1983 when Mark A. Werner, who was a newbie to the restaurant industry, saw the potential in an old laundromat located at South Lake Avenue (Stop 2). After many successful years and many satisfied customers, it was time to get even closer to the waters of Lake Michigan.

Swingbelly's Burgers
Swingbelly's family restaurant
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Swingbelly's American entrees

Weekly Specials

Monday

Burger Special

$7 Hamburger OR $8 Cheeseburger with choice of fries, chips, or slaw

Tuesday

Shaved Prime Rib

Prime Rib Sandwich with thinly sliced prime rib & melted provolone cheese. Served with fries, horsey sauce, and au jus.

Wednesday

Seafood Basket

Perch OR Catfish basket with fries

Thursday

Chef’s Special

Ask your server about today’s feature

Friday

Yellow Lake Perch

Enjoy an appetizer basket, sandwich, half, or full dinner of our Yellow Lake Perch. Dinners come with a soup or salad and a choice of potato.

Saturday

Steak Melt

Chopped Ribeye topped with melted Velveeta cheese, grilled onion, and mushroom on a ciabatta roll. Served with fries.

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Great Food & Great Spirits

We take pride in our carefully curated selection of beer, wine, and spirits, designed to perfectly complement your dining experience. Offering the perfect blend of old-fashioned hospitality and modern flair, Swingbelly’s offers a welcoming atmosphere where friends gather, stories flow, and good times are always on tap.

“Friendly stay, great selection of craft beers, and the best onion rings I’ve had in a long time.From burgers to soups salads to sandwiches and everything else in between, every meal is like a special occasion. Outdoor dining too, family friendly atmosphere with kids menu, or if you want to head to the bar and watch golf that’s great too.”

Gayle B.

“Unbelievably good hamburgers; $5.00 on Monday. Awesome skinny fries; cooked perfectly, I must say. All of us had a burger of one type or another. Every belly was pleased and full. Great service, also. We will be back…. and soon.”

JD R.

Come In…
Get Your Belly Out!

Whether you’re craving a hearty burger, seafood, or something in between, our menu has something for everyone. Come dine with us and discover why Swingbelly’s is Michigan City’s premier destination for delicious meals and lasting memories.

Come In…
Get Your Belly Out!

Whether you’re craving a hearty burger, seafood, or something in between, our menu has something for everyone. Come dine with us and discover why Swingbelly’s is Michigan City’s premier destination for delicious meals and lasting memories.