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Welcome to Ludington Harbor Cafe!

Formerly Brenda's Harbor Cafe in downtown Ludington

Why did the business name change from Brenda’s Harbor Cafe to Ludington Harbor Cafe?

During the summer of 2024, Brenda sold her restaurant to Karl Reeds, who owns and operates two additional restaurants in Ludington and Scottville.  Although Karl has changed the official business name to Ludington Harbor Cafe, Brenda still works the dining room frequently, providing customers with fast and friendly service.

Harbor Cafe is Open Daily

We serve breakfast and lunch from 6am - 2pm every day.
Our large menu features breakfast all day, and lunchtime favorites.

Harbor Cafe offers hearty breakfasts, senior portions, children’s menu items, sandwiches, homemade soups, and homemade pies–all served with a friendly smile and very reasonable prices! For our entire selection of delicious food, take a look at our menu by clicking the button below.

View the Harbor Cafe Menu

 We also offer a variety of daily specials which are posted on the Harbor Cafe Facebook page.

About Harbor Cafe

Harbor Cafe’s name was inspired by the restaurant’s location near the Ludington harbor, the Lake Michigan Carferry S.S. Badger, and two marinas.
In fact, Ludington Harbor Cafe is the closest cafe to the ferry dock. Our restaurant is perfect for travelers who want a delicious breakfast before taking a cruise across Lake Michigan to Manitowoc, Wisconsin.  View ferry info and the daily schedule here.

Ludington Harbor Cafe’s location is also ideal for boaters docked at Ludington marinas. We are just a block away from the Harbor View Marina, or a short walk to the Ludington Municipal Marina, which makes us especially handy for customers who are charter boat fishing. 

The atmosphere of our restaurant is cozy and casual, with a nautical decor. Our dining room is clean and comfortable, and our service is fast and friendly!

Call Harbor Cafe at (231) 845-7434

Grab a breakfast or lunch sandwich to go. Just give us a call and we are happy to have your take-out order ready for you.

316 South James St., Ludington, MI 49431

Thanks for your interest!

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