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Howell, Livingston County, Michigan

Top-Rated Restaurants in Howell, MI (2026)

47 restaurants with a Howell address, scored out of 100. Updated October 2026.

Who is the best restaurant in Howell, MI?

As of October 2026, the highest-scoring restaurant in Howell, MI on TownAnswer is La Marsa Hartland, with a score of 78 out of 100 (4.9 stars from 588 Google reviews). Next are Tomato Brothers (73) and Applebee's Grill + Bar (73). We scored 47 restaurants with a Howell address. If review count matters most, Tomato Brothers has the most Google reviews (4,990).

Howell at a glance

Our October 2026 pull of Google Maps found 47 restaurants with a Howell mailing address. 40 list a website, 43 have claimed their Google listing and 33 take online bookings.

6 belong to a business with three or more Michigan locations in our data. The other 41 have one or two.

Every business is scored by the same rules. A business cannot pay for a higher place.

The most-reviewed restaurant in Howell is Tomato Brothers with 4,990 Google reviews. The median rating among scored listings is 4.5 stars.

What to ask before you hire

  1. Do they take reservations, and how far ahead?
  2. Can the kitchen handle your allergy or diet?
  3. Is there parking, and is the room accessible?
  4. Is there a private room or group menu?
  5. What are the kitchen hours, not only the bar hours?

Restaurants in Howell, ranked

Highest score first. Tap a name for its website, or Score details for the full breakdown.

The 100-point TownAnswer score. Every restaurant here is checked on the same 5 parts: reputation (26 points), review volume (18), focus (14), profile (22) and verified owner (20). Nobody pays to rank. How we rank

03

Applebee's Grill + Bar

★ 4.6 3,155 Google reviews

73scoreB

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google3,155 reviews

Applebee's Grill + Bar is at 3949 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843. It sits about 3.3 miles southeast of central Howell. Its Google category is "Family restaurant", with American restaurant, Bar & grill, Diner as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 4.6 stars count as 4.60. Applebee's Grill + Bar has 43 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

(517) 540-0611WebsiteMapScore detailsOwn it? Claim free

09

Dave's Hot Chicken

★ 4.5 1,003 Google reviews

71scoreB

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,003 reviews

Dave's Hot Chicken is at 3667 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843. It sits about 3.1 miles southeast of central Howell. Its Google category is "Chicken restaurant", with Halal restaurant as extra categories. Its 4.5 stars rest on 1,003 reviews, which our method reads as 4.50 after the review-count adjustment. Dave's Hot Chicken has 4 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

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12

Howell 2 Go

★ 4.4 630 Google reviews

70scoreB

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google630 reviews

Howell 2 Go lists its address as 1100 S Michigan Ave, Howell, MI 48843. It sits about 0.9 miles south of central Howell. Google files it under "Pizza restaurant" and also Beer store, Catering food and drink supplier, Liquor store. Its 4.4 stars rest on 630 reviews, which our method reads as 4.40 after the review-count adjustment.

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18

Leo's Coney Island

★ 4.3 1,486 Google reviews

68scoreB-

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,486 reviews

Leo's Coney Island lists its address as 4380 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843. It sits about 3.8 miles southeast of central Howell. Google files it under "American restaurant" and also Breakfast restaurant, Greek restaurant, Mediterranean restaurant. After we adjust for review count, its 4.3 stars count as 4.30. Leo's Coney Island has 16 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

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19

Red Olive Restaurant - Howell

★ 4.3 1,314 Google reviews

68scoreB-

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,314 reviews

You will find Red Olive Restaurant - Howell at 3838 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843. It sits about 3.2 miles southeast of central Howell. Its Google category is "Family restaurant", with Breakfast restaurant, Mediterranean restaurant as extra categories. Its 4.3 stars rest on 1,314 reviews, which our method reads as 4.30 after the review-count adjustment.

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22

La Finca

★ 4.7 322 Google reviews

68scoreB-

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google322 reviews

La Finca lists its address as 799 S Latson Rd, Howell, MI 48843. That is 3.4 miles southeast of the Howell city center. Its Google category is "Mexican restaurant". Its 4.7 stars rest on 322 reviews, which our method reads as 4.69 after the review-count adjustment.

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24

Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza Howell, MI

★ 4.4 1,032 Google reviews

67scoreB-

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursClaimed on Google1,032 reviews

Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza Howell, MI is at 10051 E Highland Rd, Howell, MI 48843. It sits about 9.3 miles east of central Howell. Its Google category is "Pizza restaurant", with American restaurant, Bar, Italian restaurant as extra categories. Its 4.4 stars rest on 1,032 reviews, which our method reads as 4.40 after the review-count adjustment.

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26

Leo's Coney Island

★ 4.2 1,862 Google reviews

66scoreB-

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,862 reviews

Leo's Coney Island lists its address as 1382 N Burkhart Rd, Howell, MI 48855. That is 3.1 miles west of the Howell city center. Google files it under "American restaurant" and also Breakfast restaurant, Greek restaurant, Mediterranean restaurant. After we adjust for review count, its 4.2 stars count as 4.20. Leo's Coney Island has 16 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

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30

Wings Etc.

★ 4.2 648 Google reviews

66scoreB-

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google648 reviews

You will find Wings Etc. at 1788 N Old US 23, Howell, MI 48843. It sits about 9.4 miles east of central Howell. Google files it under "Family restaurant" and also American restaurant, Chicken wings restaurant, Cocktail bar. Its 4.2 stars rest on 648 reviews, which our method reads as 4.20 after the review-count adjustment. Wings Etc. has 6 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

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31

Angelo's Pizza Deli & Party

★ 4.4 559 Google reviews

65scoreB-

Opens before 7 AMOpen after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google559 reviews

Angelo's Pizza Deli & Party lists its address as 4040 Mason Rd, Howell, MI 48843. That is 3.1 miles west of the Howell city center. Google files it under "Pizza restaurant" and also Takeout Restaurant. Its 4.4 stars rest on 559 reviews, which our method reads as 4.40 after the review-count adjustment.

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33

Aubree's Pizzeria and Grill

★ 4.1 1,735 Google reviews

64scoreC+

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,735 reviews

You will find Aubree's Pizzeria and Grill at 4433 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843. That is 3.9 miles southeast of the Howell city center. Its Google category is "Family restaurant", with Bar, Pizza restaurant, Hamburger restaurant as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 4.1 stars count as 4.10.

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34

Bob Evans

★ 4.1 1,161 Google reviews

64scoreC+

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google1,161 reviews

Bob Evans is at 3880 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843. It sits about 3.3 miles southeast of central Howell. Its Google category is "Family restaurant", with Breakfast restaurant, Takeout Restaurant, Restaurant as extra categories. Its 4.1 stars rest on 1,161 reviews, which our method reads as 4.10 after the review-count adjustment. Bob Evans has 42 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

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37

Coratti's Pizzeria Bar and Bocce

★ 4.2 1,085 Google reviews

63scoreC+

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks online1,085 reviews

Coratti's Pizzeria Bar and Bocce lists its address as 316 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843. That is 0.4 miles east of the Howell city center. Its Google category is "Pizza restaurant". Its 4.2 stars rest on 1,085 reviews, which our method reads as 4.20 after the review-count adjustment. The owner has not claimed the Google listing.

(517) 236-8900WebsiteMapScore detailsOwn it? Claim free

40

Howell Coney Island

★ 4.6 552 Google reviews

62scoreC+

Weekend hours552 reviews

You will find Howell Coney Island at 1025 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843. That is 1.0 miles southeast of the Howell city center. Google files it under "Diner". Its 4.6 stars rest on 552 reviews, which our method reads as 4.59 after the review-count adjustment. The owner has not claimed the Google listing.

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About Howell

10,021residents
$60,449median household income
2,008residents per square mile
4,862households
40.8median age
5.0square miles of land

Howell has 10,021 residents on 5.0 square miles of land, about 2,008 people per square mile (ACS 2024 5-year estimates, Census Gazetteer).

The median household income is $60,449 and the median age is 40.8. These figures describe the town. They do not show who visits any business on this page.

Our October 2026 data has 47 restaurants with a Howell mailing address: 46.9 per 10,000 residents. A mailing city can differ from the city limits, so treat the ratio as a guide.

How to choose a restaurant in Howell

Call ahead about allergies. Ask how the kitchen keeps an allergen apart, not only whether a dish contains it.

For a group, ask about a set menu, a private room and the deposit rule.

Kitchen hours and bar hours often differ. Check the kitchen hours if you plan a late dinner.

County health departments inspect restaurants in Michigan. You can ask the county for the latest inspection report.

Chains are scored by the same rules as independent restaurants. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

Restaurants near Howell

CityDistanceRestaurantsTop score
Fowlerville7.9 mi northwest1973
Brighton9.4 mi southeast6575
Hamburg Township10.2 mi southeast268
Hartland10.4 mi east2173
Pinckney10.6 mi south1073
Lakeland10.6 mi southeast164
Gregory12.8 mi southwest168
Webberville13.4 mi west868

Other local pros in Howell

Personal Injury Attorneys 9Water Damage Restoration Companies 7Mold Remediation Companies 4Mold Inspection and Testing Companies 4Plumbers 14Roofers 17HVAC Companies 28Electricians 17Dentists 36Med Spas 6Pilates and Fitness Studios 16Photographers 34Coffee Cart Vendors and Mobile Coffee Bars 13Cafés and Coffee Shops 26Real Estate Brokerages 41Dance Studios 5Everything in HowellRestaurants in Livingston County

Questions

How many restaurants are in Howell, MI?

Our October 2026 data lists 47 restaurants with a Howell mailing address. 47 have a Google rating and are scored. A business can be missing, so treat the count as a floor.

Who is the top-rated restaurant in Howell?

La Marsa Hartland has the highest TownAnswer score in Howell: 78 out of 100, from 4.9 stars and 588 Google reviews. Scores change when listings change.

How is the score worked out?

Reputation (26 points) is the Google rating adjusted for how many reviews it rests on. Review volume adds up to 18, how closely the business matches the trade up to 14, profile facts such as website, phone, hours, photos and a claimed listing up to 22, and a profile the owner verified with TownAnswer adds 20.

Can a business pay to rank higher?

No. Every business is scored by the same rules, and no payment changes a score or a place on a list.

Which restaurants near Howell are outside the city?

Nearby city pages: Fowlerville (7.9 miles), Brighton (9.4 miles), Hamburg Township (10.2 miles), Hartland (10.4 miles).

What should I ask a restaurant before I hire?

Do they take reservations, and how far ahead? Can the kitchen handle your allergy or diet? Is there parking, and is the room accessible?

Which county is Howell in?

Howell is in Livingston County. See every restaurant in the county on the Livingston County page.

How often is this page updated?

We refresh the data from Google Maps and change the date on the page only when the data changes. This version uses data read in October 2026.

Sources

TownAnswer ranks local businesses by one published method. Businesses cannot pay to change their rank. Ratings and review counts come from Google Maps, read in October 2026. Details change, so confirm hours, prices and licences with each business. How we rank.