Please share your tips for bustling well-lit dinner spots for the months when darkness falls too early. Note: Being on this list is purely because of light levels. It's not a general endorsement.

Briarwood area (State and I-94):

• Benny's Diner
• California Pizza Kitchen
• Old Country Buffet
• Whole Foods

North Campus area (Plymouth and US-23):

• Ayse's Cafe

Westgate area (Jackson and I-94):

• Uptown Coney

Various locations (mostly chains):

• Big Boy
• Olga's
• Noodles and Company
• Panera Bread