Harbor Lights Grille Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Harbor Lights Grille, nestled perfectly along Lake Paradise in Carp Lake, Michigan. This charming eatery boasts a delightful menu that caters to all tastes, offering everything from tantalizing pastas like the creamy Pasta Alfredo to the satisfying Mac 'n Cheese. Customers rave about the HLG Burger and Fish & Chips baskets, showcasing their commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients.
What sets Harbor Lights Grille apart is its warm, inviting atmosphere coupled with stunning views of the lake, making it an ideal spot for families or a romantic dinner. Guests appreciate the friendly service and accommodating staff, who create a welcoming environment that feels like home. Many highlight delicious homemade dishes, not to mention delightful desserts that leave a lasting impression. Experience the best of local cuisine with a view, and savor every bite at Harbor Lights Grille!
HLG Starters
Steak Bites*
8 ounces of sirloin filet bites seasoned and sauteed in our signature chop sauce, topped with onion straws, served with garlic bread
Creamy Spinach & Artichoke Dip
A blend of artichokes and spinach mixed in a cream cheese sauce, served with pita or tortilla chips, or crackers
Whitefish Dip
Homemade, served with choice of pita, tortilla chips, or crackers
Cheese Curds
Creamy inside with a crunchy outside, shareable portionChoice of ranch or marinara sauce
Breaded Cauliflower
Fried & served with boom-boom sauce or ranch
Spicy Breaded Pickle Chips
Fried & served with boom-boom sauce or ranch
Breaded Provolone Sticks
Served with ranch or marinara sauce
Maurice Salad
(J.L. Hudson recipe)Shredded iceberg lettuce topped with roast turkey, savory ham, Great Lakes Swiss cheese, boiled egg, and slivered sweet Gherkin pickles, green olives, special creamy Maurice dressing
HLG Whitefish Salad*
Mixed crisp greens topped with grilled Great Lakes whitefish, fresh tomato, red onion, cucumber, choice of dressing
Veggie Salad
Mixed crisp greens topped with fresh tomato, red onion, cucumber, shredded carrots, choice of dresising
Chicken Salad
Mixed crisp greens topped with grilled or golden fried chicken slices, fresh tomato, red onion, cucumber, shredded carrots, choice of dressing
Chicken Noodle
Cup 4.5 Bowl 6.5
Soup of the Day
Cup 4.5 Bowl 5.5
Sidewinder Fries
Swirly thick sidewinders
Sweet Potato Tots
Onion Rings
Veggies
Side Salad
Applesauce
Homemade Coleslaw
Salads * Soups * Sides
Pastas
Pasta Alfredo
Linguine pasta with Alfredo sauce, tomatoes, topped with Parmesan cheeseAdd:Grilled chicken or Meatloaf cubes for an additional 3 each, shrimp 4
Pasta Marinara
Linguine pasta with Marinara sauce, topped with Parmesan cheeseAdd:Grilled chicken or Meatloaf cubes for an additional 3 each
Mac 'n Cheese
Homemade white cheddar recipe, served with a parmesan crispAdd:Chicken, bacon, ham, or broccoli for an additional 3 each
Cedar Planked Seasoned Great Lakes Whitefish*
Includes duchess potatoes, veggies, roll, and choice of soup, salad, or coleslaw
Great Lakes Whitefish - Traditional Deep Fried
Lightly battered and golden fried
Great Lakes Whitefish - Parmesan Encrusted
Lightly seasoned, broiled, topped with panko & parmesan
Great Lakes Whitefish - Broiled
Brushed with butter, lightly seasoned
Great Lakes Whitefish - Blackened Cajun Style
Brushed with butter, topped with Cajun seasoning
Shrimp
6 pieces of lightly hand-breaded butterflied fried shrimp
Seasoned Sirloin Strip Steak*
8-ounce steak grilled to your liking
Beef Liver 'n Onions
Tender beef liver topped with caramelized onions and baconRegular 15 Lighter Fare 13
Homemade Meatloaf
10 oz portion made from scratchRegular 15 Lighter Fare 13
Smothered Chicken Breast
Two grilled chicken breasts, lightly breaded and seasoned, topped with onions, mushrooms, and melted blend of white cheeseRegular 20 Lighter Fare 16
Entrees
Baskets
Fish & Chips Basket*
Three cod fillets lightly battered and golden friedExtra fillet add 2
Chicken Tenders Basket
Four strips of chicken breast lightly breaded and golden friedChoice of ranch, BBQ sauce, or honey mustard for dipping
HLG Burger Basket*
1/3 lb beef with tomato, lettuce, onion & Michigan made cheddar