St. Clair Shores is a great place in Macomb County for families to enjoy together. The city is known for the Nautical Mile — which is a strip of Jefferson Ave. between Nine Mile and Ten Mile. The Nautical Mile features several marinas and is St. Clair Shores’ historic waterfront destination.
Downtown St. Clair Shores has a lot of fun things for families to do. Some of my favorite annual events in St. Clair Shores include Assumption GreekFest, St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade and Downtown Social District.
Here, we share the best in dining, shopping and exploring in St. Clair Shores. What are your favorite things to do here?
Dine
El Charro of Saint Clair Shores
- Address: 24401 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores
If you’re looking for a quick bite to eat, but not in the mood for fast food, then El Charro in St. Clair Shores is the perfect spot. I know everyone loves their puffy tacos (and yes, they are really good), but I’ve really been loving their chicken quesadillas lately. Also, you can’t go wrong with the free chips and salsa.
Modern Cone
- Address: 28616 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores
This family-friendly ice cream shop sells fresh ice cream, coffee, custom cakes and unique sweet treats. Their ice cream nachos are a must-try, especially if you’re having a hard time deciding on one ice cream flavor.
Pink Elephant Cupcakes
- Address: 23301 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores
This bakery offers 17 rotating cupcake flavors each month. Choose from regular- sized and mini-sized cupcakes. Gluten-free options are available, as well.
Wally’s Frozen Custard
- Address: 22501 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores
This dessert shop is located in an old firehouse. It sells frozen custard and other treats, pies, milkshakes, slushies, Dole Whip, coffee and more.
Zef’s Dockside Bar + Kitchen
- Address: 24026 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores
This restaurant features outdoor seating when the weather is warm. Enjoy sliders, street tacos, sandwiches, burgers and more. Stop in on Taco Tuesday or for brunch every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Shop
Connie’s Children’s Shop
- Address: 23240 Greater Mack, St. Clair Shores
This shop was founded in 1954 and features a large variety of children’s clothing, shoes, accessories and more. It even features special occasion clothing such as christenings, first communions and flower girl/wedding dresses.
Kitty Deluxe
- Address: 22202 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores
Shop unique, handmade items and gifts at this cute pink house. Find something for all ages. It even hosts birthday parties, classes and workshops.
Whistle Stop Hobby & Toy Inc.
- Address: 21714 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores
Shop model trains, puzzles, games, magic sets, prank sets, arts and crafts, model kits, building sets and other novelties. Be sure to check out their holiday events happening all year long.
Explore
Blossom Heath Park & Pier
- Address: 24800 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores
This park features a beach, fishing, boat launch, playground, volleyball and pavilions. Park passes are required for entry and only open to residents.
Lac Sainte Clair Park
- Address: 27600 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores
This park is located behind the library and City Hall. It features a playground, pool with a waterslide, boat launch, fishing, volleyball and pavilions. Park passes are required for entry and only open to residents.
Mini Picassos
- Address: 21520 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores
Take advantage of this drop-in art studio. They offer many great classes and events for after school or on weekends. The Play Village & ART Zone hours are 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Wednesdays-Fridays and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. During the summer, they offer art camps, too.
Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum
- Address: 22500 11 Mile Road, St. Clair Shores
This historic site was home to the Selinsky family in 1868 when they came to St. Clair Shores (then called Erin Township). It was sold to their daughter and her husband (John Green) in 1874. Green descendants lived in it until 1974, when it was relocated to where it is right now, behind the St. Clair Shores Public Library. The museum is open from 1-4 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Shore Lanes
- Address: 31100 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores
This family-friendly bowling center is a great stop in St. Clair Shores. They offer deals each week to make bowling a little more affordable. Monday Madness is from 2-9 p.m. at $8/person. Pay $2/game on Fridays from noon-5 p.m. Their Sunday Morning Special is All You Can Bowl for $20/lane from 9 a.m.-noon (up to 5 people per lane). Although they do not allow outside food and drinks, they have an extensive menu for you to choose from.
Veterans Memorial Park
- Address: 32400 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores
This lakefront park features a playground, shuffleboard, horseshoes, fishing, bocce ball, picnic area, beach and splash pad. Park passes are required for entry and only open to residents.
For more information on living and learning in Macomb County, visit Make Macomb Your Home. Find more articles like this — including other Macomb County downtowns — at Metro Parent’s A Family Guide to Macomb County.
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