Location: Traverse City
Top Restaurants in Traverse City
Top Things to do in Traverse City
- 1. Traverse Area Recreation and Transportation Trails
- 2. Bowers Harbor Vineyards
- 3. Front Street
- 4. Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery
- 5. Clinch Park
- 6. Traverse Area District Library
- 7. Chateau Grand Traverse Winery
- 8. The Village at Grand Traverse Commons
- 9. Mission Point Lighthouse
- 10. Grand Traverse Distillery
Most Popular American food in Traverse City, Michigan, United States
Find out what American restaurants to try in Traverse City. Traverse City, known as a four-season playground, is now celebrated for quality cuisine, wine and culture. Miles of sugar-sand shoreline include the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore with romantic lighthouses and coastal villages. The glacier-sculpted landscape of orchards and vineyards includes 16 golf courses. Swimming, sailing, paddling, hiking and fishing are favorite warm weather activities, while winter turns the region into a playground for skiers, snowmobilers and snowshoers.
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10. Harvest
Overall Ratings
4 based on 191 reviews
Reviewed By Angela H
We first tried the Korean beef tacos from the Roaming Harvest Food Truck and started eating at The Harvest Restaurant ever since. We have never had anything other than the Korean Beef tacos but it looked like a lot of people were ordering this bowls. Service was great as well.
9. Boathouse Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1163 reviews
French Fusion cuisine nesteled on beautiful Bowers Harbor, Deck Seating available in season, Romantic location for a proposal, also available for small/medium sized weddings, come to relax and enjoy the Taste of the Big City in Traverse City. Featuring Ko
Reviewed By nosandalsneeded
This was one of the nicest stops on our trip up north Michigan to celebrate my boyfriendâs birthday the boat house restaurant is exquisite itâs clean the service is professional and friendly. ....I cannot say enough about this restaurant we were there on a Wednesday night and they had this great special a burger and a glass of cab for 16 bucks so thatâs what Ed and I both did..... the burger was cooked perfectly and the service was impeccable Ryan & Austin we like to give you a shout out for your great service and smiles! Also a shout out to the hostess Kelly for telling us to just take a cocktail outside and enjoy the Adirondacks chairs and the beautiful view while we wait for a table ......thanks Kelli that was really sweet of you to walk out and get us.... now thatâs service we enjoyed our trip up north tremendously and if we are in Traverse city we will make sure we stop at this restaurant again, The owner should be very proud to have a team so professional and happy (all the servers were smiling and loved what they do incredible) running this place for him
8. Amical
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1123 reviews
Located in the heart of downtown Traverse City overlooking West Grand Traverse Bay, amical has been offering eclectic European cuisine to our dining patrons since 1994. Order from creative and revolving menus, fresh selections prepared in our open kitchen
Reviewed By ALLSLC
We were there on a rainy, cold night in fall. Very busy everywhere for a Saturday night, even though it was early (like 6:30). There was no seating inside till 9:30 but a 30min wait for a patio seat under some radiant heaters. They actually got us in much quicker than expected. It was fairly chilly based on the table we were at but not intolerable. I had a Caesar, a very good one, and the hanger steak which was excellent. For dessert I had the Michigan Mud Pie which was more than enough for 2-3 people. It was very good. Husband had crab cakes which were also very good and the beet salad which he enjoyed. Service was attentive. Food was on the pricey side ($100 with tip and no drinks for 2 of us).
7. The Filling Station
Overall Ratings
4 based on 694 reviews
Microbrewery on site
Reviewed By barbara p
We dined here two years ago when we were in Traverse City. It was so good we decided to revisit it on our vacation last month. The pizza is delicous and the Caesar Salad was to die for. We are not drinkers so we did not try the craft beers and the varied wine selection but the other diners looked happy. They have some unique ice cream bars and we enjoyed two of the mini bars for dessert. This place is very casual. You wait on yourself but service is quick.
6. Grand Traverse Pie Co. Downtown
Overall Ratings
4 based on 202 reviews
The Traverse City Park Street location is located in the heart of downtown on the ground floor of the 101 North Park Building. Occupying a spacious retail space facing Front Street, the Grand Traverse Pie Company offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts,
Reviewed By 32clydem
I was in here a few times on my 3 night stay. We came for lunch in a group. It was quite busy. Food was great. I had a BLT and Cherry Chicken Salad. It was all very good. Then we all had pie with Moomers Ice Cream. The pie is top notch, but I guess this ice cream is local as well. It is some of the best you will ever have. All together a great spot for lunch. I did grab extra pie for the room as well. I tried to get in for breakfast but they do not open until after 8 and I need something earlier so I missed whatever they do for breakfast and was disappointed. I ended up at the Omelet Shoppe which is also quite good.Thank you so much for giving us a try while you were in Traverse City, 32clydem! We are so happy to hear you and your group enjoyed your lunch. I'm sorry to hear we missed you for breakfast but we do have our original shop a few blocks away which opens at 7:00am in case you're ever in town again. We appreciate your kind words and we hope to see you at one of our shops again sometime!
5. The Little Fleet
Overall Ratings
4 based on 273 reviews
Reviewed By Pete4vol
The food was fine, the food trucks change from time to time, none of the food blew us away, but it is food truck food! The environment is awesome. Nice outdoor seating, with a bar that is also open to the outdoor seating area. Overall, the food and environment made this a really fun experience!
4. Grand Traverse Pie Co.
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1069 reviews
The original Grand Traverse Pie Company location! Our first Pie Shop opened in July of 1996 by company founders, Mike and Denise Busley. The shop is conveniently located on West Front Street in Traverse City, Michigan, just a short walk from downtown and
Reviewed By Danstromd
We ordered two scramble wraps, two lattes, and two slices of pie. They struggled with basic customer service skills (acknowledging the customer) and had poor work flow. We received the wraps first. Average at best (2stars) and will not need to return for breakfast again. The pie slices came next. We finished our wraps before we got the chai lattes. There was a small crowd- just internal struggles on a system. The phone rang and even that took 7-8 rings to answer. The pie is good (4 of 5) which pulled the review up to a 3. Iâd definitely go back for a slice of pie but would skip breakfast and probably this branch of the chain.Hi Danstromd, thank you very much for visiting our original location on West Front Street. We're happy to hear you enjoyed your slices of pie but I'm very sorry to hear we dropped the ball on the rest of your experience. I'd love to have our General Manager contact you to personally follow up and invite you back in on us. Would you mind sending me your phone number or email address? My direct email is [email protected]. Thank you very much for your time and for letting us know. - Erin, GT Pie Social Media Manager
3. The Towne Plaza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 341 reviews
Reviewed By Elizabeth S
I will begin by saying that our server Noah and our food was fantastic. I never have a complaint about our food when we eat at this restaurant. The food and personal experience itself would warrant 5 stars. The reason for 3 stars however has to do with the fact that the bar tending staff and some clients were making fun of patrons who were walking into the restaurant. I had proceeded to give a look over in their direction and was called out by the bartender as being overly offended. I get that you cannot control what other patrons will say I never think it is appropriate to participate in the mockery of potential/current customers. Despite how much I enjoy this restaurant it really makes me hesitate to come back.
2. Reflect Bistro Inside Cambria Suites Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 724 reviews
Bistro style restaurant and lounge serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Happy hour from 4-7 pm seven days a week. Located inside the Cambria hotel & suites on Munson Avenue (US-31).Expanded Craft Beer Selection and Extensive Wine List. Reflect also
Reviewed By C6536WCrobertb
Wow... the experience here exceeded expectations on every level. our server was knowledgeable and recommended kick-off beverages that did NOT disappoint. We expressed some concerns regarding gluten free considerations and about 3 minutes later the CHEF appeared table side to walk us through our options. My entree included wild rice, but I wanted to try the polenta that was offered on another selection. Presto change-o no problem. The oyster appetizer was amazing - large, plump fresh oysters with delicious cocktail and horseradish sauces along with some pickled onions. My filet was impeccably prepared and presented as was my love's grouper. Portions were ample and the tastes were a delight to the tastebuds. It's a weird location being tucked inside the hotel and super small venue, but that just makes it all the more appealing in that it isn't a particularly obvious choice for a meal destination. But it is NOT to be missed and we will be returning at first opportunity!Thank you very much for your review. We appreciate the detailed account of your time with us. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
1. Traverse City Whiskey Co.
Overall Ratings
4 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By robwU6444XP
I tried all 7 whiskeys. The cherry and the barrel strength rye were my favorites. The cherry isnât too sweet, just enough. Brought home a jar of the cherries after having a wonderful old fashioned. Also brought t-shirts and other souvenirs. Great place to visit, sample and have cocktails.
Where to Eat in Traverse City: The Best Restaurants and Bars
