Leo's Lodge – American
Leo’s Lodge invites guests into a rugged, wood-hewn sanctuary where the comforting aroma of melted cheese and toasted flour fills the air. This cozy outpost celebrates the art of the shared snack, offering a landscape of golden-fried delights ranging from gooey, pull-apart cheese bread to zesty, hand-breaded bites that pair perfectly with a cold pint. It is a quintessential Northwoods escape where every crunchy wing and savory dip feels like a warm welcome.
2525 East Jolly Road, Lansing MI 48912 https://leoslodge.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Leo's Lodge
Dairy-Free at Leo's Lodge
Leo's Lodge in Lansing has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salmon Filet, Onion Rings and Baked Chicken Breast Dinner. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Leo's Lodge
Leo's Lodge in Lansing has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salmon Filet, Baked Chicken Breast Dinner and Leo’s Northwood Chili - Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Leo's Lodge
Leo's Lodge in Lansing has 24 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Cheese, Round Pizza Cheese - Small 10" and Cod Basket. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Leo's Lodge
Leo's Lodge in Lansing has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spicy Chicken Club, Chef Salad and Cuban Grinder. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Leo's Lodge
Leo's Lodge in Lansing has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Leo’s Northwood Chili - Bowl, Dinner Salad and Raspberry Refresh. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Leo's Lodge
Leo's Lodge in Lansing has 23 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Cheese, Round Pizza Cheese - Small 10" and Backwoods Beer Cheese & Pretzel Bites. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Leo's Lodge
Leo's Lodge in Lansing has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coleslaw, Leo’s Northwood Chili - Bowl and Gluten Free Chicken Tenders. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Leo's Lodge
Leo's Lodge in Lansing has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gluten Free Chicken Tenders and Raspberry Refresh. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Leo's Lodge
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Thin Crust Deluxe | 12.3 g | 87.8 g |
| Thin Crust Super | 11.1 g | 74.9 g |
| California Reuben | 64.9 g | 58 g |
| Cuban Grinder | 8.5 g | 55.4 g |
| Michigan Cherry Salad | 71.3 g | 48 g |
| Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich | 55.8 g | 39.6 g |
| Gluten Free Chicken Tenders | 28 g | 38.1 g |
| Turkey Ranch Wrap | 70.9 g | 36.1 g |
| Club Sub | 7.9 g | 33.9 g |
| Dinner Salad | 20.9 g | 33.8 g |
| Chef Salad | 9 g | 31.7 g |
| Patty Melt | 95.4 g | 30.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the flavorful burgers, noting that the kitchen clearly takes pride in every dish served. Celebrated for its warm and timely service, the space offers a pleasant environment that reviewers highlight as a key part of their enjoyable visit.
Menu
Starters
- LEO's Famous Cheese Bread - $10.99: Leo’s pizza dough smothered with mozzarella cheese and oven baked with a butter and parmesan garlic blend. Served with your choice of ranch, tangy BBQ, or pizza sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Backwoods Beer Cheese & Pretzel Bites - $10.99: A dozen toasted pretzel bites served with zesty beer cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $8.99: Thick cut, breaded onions, fried golden brown. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fingers - $9.99: Everyone’s favorite finger food. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wings: Eight bone in wings dipped in your favorite sauce served with ranch or blue cheese dressing. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boneless Wings - $14.99: A dozen meaty wings smothered in your favorite sauce. Served with ranch or blue cheese. Sauce Flavors: Mild, BBQ, Hot BBQ, Hot Raging Hot, Garlic Parmesan, Teriyaki. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Curds - $10.99: A generous helping of white cheddar curds, breaded and fried to a crispy golden perfection. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickle Chips - $9.99: A generous helping of lightly battered, deep fried pickle chips. Served with house-made ranch. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Snake Bites: Tender pieces of thinly sliced top-choice sirloin served with tangy BBQ sauce or house-made Splinter Sauce and an oven-baked breadstick. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli Bites - $9.99: Cheddar cheese, broccoli, real bacon, and sweet onions covered in a crisp potato breading. Served with your choice of dipping sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Santa Fe Egg Rolls - $11.99: Crispy tortillas filled with chicken, pepper jack cheese, red peppers, chili peppers, black beans, spinach, corn, cilantro, and garlic. Served with jalapeño ranch. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Pepper Jack Crab Soup - Bowl - $7.99: House-made daily. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepper Jack Crab Soup - Cup - $5.99: House-made daily. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Leo’s Northwood Chili - Bowl - $7.49: Seasonal chili. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Salad - $12.99: Crisp romaine and iceberg mix topped with crispy pieces of chicken dipped in Frank’s RedHot Sauce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and cheddar jack cheese. Served with an oven-baked breadstick. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $10.99: Crisp romaine tossed with our special Caesar dressing and croutons. Served with an oven-baked breadstick. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef Salad - $13.99: Crisp romaine and iceberg mix topped with ham, turkey, American, Swiss, bacon, tomatoes, and egg. Served with an oven-baked breadstick. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Michigan Cherry Salad - $11.99: A bed of mixed greens with dried cherries and walnuts, then topped with crumbled blue cheese. Served with an oven baked breadstick. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dinner Salad - $5.99: Spring mix, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and croutons with your choice of dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Salad - $10.99: Crisp romaine and iceberg mix topped with onions, tomatoes, tortilla chips, and cheddar jack cheese. Served with an oven-baked breadstick. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coleslaw - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- Build Your Own Leo’s Burger - $11.99: 1/2 pound burger seasoned with Montreal Steak Seasoning, served on a Brioche bun with French fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Blue Cheese Burger - $14.99: Topped with crispy bacon and crumbled blue cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Swiss Burger - $14.99: Topped with grilled mushrooms and melted Swiss. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Ground Turkey Burger - $13.99: Hand pattied and served on a Bavarian pretzel bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Houghton Hancock Burger - $14.99: Topped with smoked ham and melted cheddar cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bison Burger - $16.99: A half-pound of delicious, juicy Michigan raised bison. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patty Melt - $13.99: Topped with grilled onions and Swiss cheese. Served on marble rye. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Olive Burger - $13.99: Topped with our house-made olive sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Wraps
- Smokehouse BBQ Pork Sandwich - $13.99: Slow roasted house-made pulled pork mixed with tangy BBQ sauce and piled high on an onion roll. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Club Sub - $12.99: Shaved turkey breast, ham, crisp bacon, provolone cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes. Served with a side of ranch dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- LEO’s BLT - $12.99: Mounds of crispy bacon on a Swiss loaf, topped with lettuce, tomato, and mayo. Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Dip - $14.99: Shaved roast beef piled on a Swiss loaf, topped with provolone cheese and served with au jus. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese - $8.99: American cheese melted to gooey perfection on sourdough bread. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $13.99: Shaved corned beef topped with Swiss cheese and sauerkraut. Served on grilled marble rye. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Reuben - $13.99: Shaved turkey topped with Swiss cheese and coleslaw. Served on grilled marble rye. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich - $14.99: A 6oz crispy chicken breast smothered in hot honey and served on a grilled brioche bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Philly Steak Sandwich - $12.99: Shaved ribeye, provolone cheese, grilled onions, and green peppers served on a Swiss loaf. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Lodge Chicken Breast Sandwich - $12.99: A seasoned 8 oz. boneless chicken breast. Served on a grilled pretzel bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Chicken Club - $14.99: A 6 oz. crispy chicken breast dipped in Frank’s RedHot and topped with pepper jack cheese and bacon on a grilled brioche bun. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Grinder - $14.99: Leo’s slow roasted pork piled on a Swiss loaf, topped with ham, Swiss cheese, and pickles. Served with a side of spicy mustard. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Wrap - $13.99: Grilled chicken breast, feta cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, black olives, red onion, banana peppers, and Mediterranean dressing in a tomato basil wrap. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Wrap - $13.99: Crispy pieces of chicken dipped in Frank’s RedHot Sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar jack cheese, and ranch dressing in a tomato basil wrap. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Ranch Wrap - $11.99: Thinly sliced turkey, American cheese, crispy bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, and ranch dressing in a tomato basil wrap. Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Build Your Own Baked Mac & Cheese - $10.99: Creamy, gooey American and cheddar jack oven baked mac & cheese. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- LEO’s Favorite Sirloin: An 8 oz. top choice sirloin rubbed with Leo’s special seasonings. Served with a baked potato, dinner salad, and fresh baked breadstick. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Perch Platter - $20.99: Lightly breaded lake perch fried to a golden brown. Served with French fries, coleslaw, fresh baked dinner roll, and tartar sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cod Basket - $19.99: Battered cod fried golden brown. Served with French fries, coleslaw, fresh baked dinner roll, and tartar sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Filet - $19.99: 6 oz. oven baked salmon filet lightly seasoned with lemon pepper. Served with your choice of vegetable and a dinner salad. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Chicken Breast Dinner - $12.99: A 6 oz. oven baked chicken breast seasoned with Montreal chicken seasoning. Served with your choice of vegetable and a dinner salad. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gluten Free Chicken Tenders - $13.99: Baked chicken tenders with your choice of dipping sauce. Served with your choice of vegetable and a dinner salad. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Dino’s Original Thin Crust Cheese - $11.99: 12” thin crust pizza piled high with mozzarella cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thin Crust Super - $18.99: Pepperoni, ham, bacon, onions, green peppers, and mushrooms. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thin Crust Deluxe - $21.99: Pepperoni, ham, Italian sausage, bacon, onions, green peppers, black olives, and mushrooms. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Round Pizza Cheese - Small 10" - $10.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Round Pizza Cheese - Large 14" - $12.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deep Dish Cheese - Small 8"x10" - $11.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deep Dish Cheese - Large 10"x14" - $13.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Cheesecake - $6.49: New York style cheesecake served plain or topped with cherries. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Specialty Cheesecake - $6.49: Featured cheesecake flavors. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Carrot Cake - $7.49 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Jack Frost - $8.5: Vodka, Rum, Blue Curacao, Peach Schnapps, Lemonade, Splash of Pineapple Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Nutty Irishman Coffee - $8.5: Bailey’s, Frangelico, Coffee, topped with whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Caramel Apple Pie - $8.5: Apple Pie Moonshine, Dorda Caramel Vodka, Apple Cider, topped with whipped cream
- Raspberry Refresh - $8.5: Western Son Raspberry Vodka, Black Raspberry Liqueur, topped with lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Peanut Butter White Russian - $8.5: Ole Smoky Peanut Butter Whiskey, Kahlua, topped with half & half Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Raspberry White Russian - $8.5: Vodka, Black Raspberry Liqueur, Kahlua, topped with half & half Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Peppermint White Russian - $8.5: Vodka, Kahlua, Peppermint Schnapps, topped with half & half Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Salted Caramel White Russian - $8.5: Old Smokey Salted Caramel Whiskey, Kahlua, topped with half & half Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Leo's Lodge
- Is Leo's Lodge dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Leo's Lodge has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salmon Filet, Onion Rings and Baked Chicken Breast Dinner.
- What can I eat at Leo's Lodge on a dairy-free diet?
- Salmon Filet, Onion Rings and Baked Chicken Breast Dinner carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Leo's Lodge have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Leo’s Northwood Chili - Bowl and Dinner Salad.
- Is Leo's Lodge gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Leo's Lodge?
- Thin Crust Deluxe, at roughly 87.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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