Restaurants in Traverse City

Best Restaurants

Forrest, A Food Studio 408 South Union Street, Traverse City New American • $$$$

“These food alchemists put their heart into everything that is served! It was both nourishing and good for the soul! Yummy yummy yummy! Inspiration in my belly! Tc is lucky to have them. Warmest of memories made at their table!”

5 Superb81 Reviews
PepeNero 700 Cottageview Drive Ste 100, Traverse City Italian • $$$

“I treated my friends to dinner tonight and the service was just as fabulous as the food. Our server was Kateri (Kat) she took great care of us and also recommended some of the food items on the menu. Everything was delish. We are definitely going back. Thanks Kat for your great hospitality 😁”

4.6 Superb599 Reviews

“First and foremost, our waitress was April. Y'all, all I can say is, she is one of the most customer minded waitresses I have ever come across. She knew her menu, what was going on in the restaurant as far as customers go, and was very pleasant and not in a fake way. The food was very very good. I had the Chicken Alfredo. Hands down the best I've had. For dessert, it was the Apple Carmel Cheese Cake. OMG sooo good. If you haven't tried the Flying Noodle, I would highly recommend you do.”

4.6 Superb464 Reviews
The Cooks’ House 115 Wellington Street, Traverse City American • $$$$

“I grew up in this town but left in 1985. I’ve lived in California since and have eaten at a lot of great restaurants including the Laundry, Chez Panisse, Slanted Door and Mr Chows to name a few. This without a doubt rank's right there. I honestly never thought I’d have a decent thing to eat in this town other than bar food but now I know exactly where it is. If you’re hungry for something exceptional look no further. I have never liked mushrooms, but the mushroom toast was my favorite dish. I can’t believe I’m saying it. Thank you Jen and to the staff for a great evening Looking forward to going back.”

4.7 Superb261 Reviews
Trattoria Stella 830 Cottageview Drive, Traverse City Italian • $$$

“A great dining experience!”

4.5 Superb762 Reviews
Bushell's Kitchen & Cocktails 127 South Union Street, Traverse City Soul Food • $$

“Didn't know that I love soul food!”

4.7 Superb168 Reviews

Restaurants by Cuisine

Old Mission Tavern 17015 Center Road, Traverse City American • $$

“The Paella, the pork chop, the Walleye were all excellent. I'm going bak”

4.6 Superb248 Reviews
Red Ginger 237 East Front Street, Traverse City Fine Dining • $$$

“Red Ginger is the full experience. The staff (Randy is our favorite server), drinks, food and atmosphere are simply put… AMAZING! They keep great records for when we call to make reservations. We always get the table we like. They are on top of allergy sensitive issues and are willing to adjust menu items (when they can) so we have more options. We never feel rushed or like they are trying to push us out for another sitting. This is our favorite restaurant to visit!”

4.5 Superb474 Reviews
The Burrow TC 12930 South W Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City American • $$

“Amazing! Went in to enjoy breakfast with my girls and couldn’t have been more impressed. The food is to die for!! The atmosphere is perfect. The staff is great!. I would highly recommend going in, you WILL NOT be disappointed”

4.5 Superb272 Reviews

Restaurants with Delivery

Forrest, A Food Studio 408 South Union Street, Traverse City New American • $$$$

“These food alchemists put their heart into everything that is served! It was both nourishing and good for the soul! Yummy yummy yummy! Inspiration in my belly! Tc is lucky to have them. Warmest of memories made at their table!”

5 Superb81 Reviews
Taqueria TC Latino 2749 North West Silver Lake Road, Traverse City Mexican • $

“First time here and it was delicious!!! Fresh, fast , tasty food and friendly service! I don’t make it to TC often, but I’d make a trip for this place when I do!”

4.7 Superb312 Reviews
Crocodile Palace 448 East Front Street, Traverse City Salad • $

“We love this place and have never had a bad meal from them in years! Great menu options & frequent change ups so there’s always something new to try!”

4.8 Superb199 Reviews
PepeNero 700 Cottageview Drive Ste 100, Traverse City Italian • $$$

“I treated my friends to dinner tonight and the service was just as fabulous as the food. Our server was Kateri (Kat) she took great care of us and also recommended some of the food items on the menu. Everything was delish. We are definitely going back. Thanks Kat for your great hospitality 😁”

4.6 Superb599 Reviews

“Mama Lu's catered our wedding with their starters, sides, and taco bar, and it was a huge success! They were easy to work with from the start, and we were able to customize and choose the taco bar and offerings to fit the needs of our guests! 10 out of 10 stars! ❤️🎉 Thank you!”

4.3 Superb486 Reviews

“First and foremost, our waitress was April. Y'all, all I can say is, she is one of the most customer minded waitresses I have ever come across. She knew her menu, what was going on in the restaurant as far as customers go, and was very pleasant and not in a fake way. The food was very very good. I had the Chicken Alfredo. Hands down the best I've had. For dessert, it was the Apple Carmel Cheese Cake. OMG sooo good. If you haven't tried the Flying Noodle, I would highly recommend you do.”

4.6 Superb464 Reviews
The Cooks’ House 115 Wellington Street, Traverse City American • $$$$

“I grew up in this town but left in 1985. I’ve lived in California since and have eaten at a lot of great restaurants including the Laundry, Chez Panisse, Slanted Door and Mr Chows to name a few. This without a doubt rank's right there. I honestly never thought I’d have a decent thing to eat in this town other than bar food but now I know exactly where it is. If you’re hungry for something exceptional look no further. I have never liked mushrooms, but the mushroom toast was my favorite dish. I can’t believe I’m saying it. Thank you Jen and to the staff for a great evening Looking forward to going back.”

4.7 Superb261 Reviews

“First time eating here. The host was super friendly and nice. Loved their pizza. Definitely recommend and will be going again”

4.9 Superb408 Reviews
Bubbie's Bagels 1215 East Front Street, Traverse City Bagels • $

“The best Bagels I've ever had.”

4.6 Superb310 Reviews
Trattoria Stella 830 Cottageview Drive, Traverse City Italian • $$$

“A great dining experience!”

4.5 Superb762 Reviews

“Didn't know that I love soul food!”

4.7 Superb168 Reviews
Slabtown Burgers 826 West Front Street, Traverse City Hamburger • $

“Slabtown is one of our must go to stops,everytime we are in TC..the staff are best I've seen ..quality of food top notch ..hot fast ..filling.. no better burger In TC..WISH I HAD A SLABTOWN BY ME...LOL”

4.8 Superb554 Reviews
Old Mission Tavern 17015 Center Road, Traverse City American • $$

“The Paella, the pork chop, the Walleye were all excellent. I'm going bak”

4.6 Superb248 Reviews
Red Ginger 237 East Front Street, Traverse City Fine Dining • $$$

“Red Ginger is the full experience. The staff (Randy is our favorite server), drinks, food and atmosphere are simply put… AMAZING! They keep great records for when we call to make reservations. We always get the table we like. They are on top of allergy sensitive issues and are willing to adjust menu items (when they can) so we have more options. We never feel rushed or like they are trying to push us out for another sitting. This is our favorite restaurant to visit!”

4.5 Superb474 Reviews
The Burrow TC 12930 South W Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City American • $$

“Amazing! Went in to enjoy breakfast with my girls and couldn’t have been more impressed. The food is to die for!! The atmosphere is perfect. The staff is great!. I would highly recommend going in, you WILL NOT be disappointed”

4.5 Superb272 Reviews
Dojo Sushi 115 Franklin Street, Traverse City Sushi • $$

“Lunch was awesome! Thanks for the great suggestions.”

4.9 Superb210 Reviews
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amical 229 East Front Street, Traverse City Modern European • $$$

“This is our favorite restaurant in Traverse City. I’ve dined here many times times over the past several years and have been impressed each and every time. The food is always above expectations and on every visit there is something new to try. The atmosphere is cozy and never rushed. From the gracious owner, to the exceptional servers and the amazing bartender (she really is the best) they always make you feel like family. If you haven’t been there you are missing out on a wonderful dining experience.”

4.4 Superb428 Reviews
Modern Bird 541 West Front Street, Traverse City American • $$$

“The food was amazing! We really enjoyed talking to the owner /chef, all around great experience!”

4.9 Superb211 Reviews

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amical 229 East Front Street, Traverse City Modern European • $$$

“This is our favorite restaurant in Traverse City. I’ve dined here many times times over the past several years and have been impressed each and every time. The food is always above expectations and on every visit there is something new to try. The atmosphere is cozy and never rushed. From the gracious owner, to the exceptional servers and the amazing bartender (she really is the best) they always make you feel like family. If you haven’t been there you are missing out on a wonderful dining experience.”

4.4 Superb428 Reviews
Modern Bird 541 West Front Street, Traverse City American • $$$

“The food was amazing! We really enjoyed talking to the owner /chef, all around great experience!”

4.9 Superb211 Reviews
Boathouse Restaurant 14039 Peninsula Drive, Traverse City Seafood • $$$$

“Great food Great experience Dan the waiter is amazing ! Very friendly , professional waiter , highly recommend Dan - he’s the best !”

4.6 Superb896 Reviews
Cellar & Flame Steakhouse 155 Garland Street, Traverse City Tapas/Small Plates • $$$$

“Delicious calamari !! The best I have ever had ! Great service provided Comfortable chairs and atmosphere we love the fires burning outside on the patio Nice date night dinner with my husband”

4.4 Superb233 Reviews

“We loved taproot!! Food was amazing.! Great for gluten free and vegan. Even had a small dog menu! Our pup had a burger for dinner and our waitress was fantastic and welcoming to us and our dog! Thanks for a great experience! We will be back”

4.6 Superb519 Reviews
Bubba's 428 East Front Street, Traverse City American • $

“Good food, perfect breakfast spot, and great service! Thanks, Sarah, for the friendly smile!”

4.6 Superb667 Reviews

“Beautiful winery, amazing service, and a beautiful view!”

4.6 Superb387 Reviews
Fuji Sushi Steak House 2576 Crossing Circle, Traverse City Japanese • $$

“We came here for hibachi and being my first time (my boyfriends first time in TC not first time hibachi) it was a great experience! It was quite loud but the workers knew this so they spoke up and were very interactive with their customers, including singing happy birthday to the lady next to us! The food was so good (my stomach growls just thinking about it). My boyfriend got the shrimp and scallops and I got the noodles and vegetables. Both were delicious and well cooked! I never had sake before but it was also very good and smooth! Overall a great experience and I hope to be back soon!”

4.6 Superb386 Reviews
Red Spire Brunch House 800 Cottageview Drive Suite Suite 30 Mercato, Main Entrance, Traverse City Breakfast • $$

“The best chicken soup you can get in TC!!!!”

4.6 Superb380 Reviews
Left Foot Charley 806 Red Drive Ste 100, Traverse City Wineries • $$

“Left Foot Charley was the highlight of our girls wine weekend! Michael customized our tasting based on our preferences and was incredibly kind to our group, as we are all beginners and still learning about wine. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience! 🍷”

4.7 Superb227 Reviews
Hawthorne Vineyards 1000 Camino Maria Drive, Traverse City Wineries • $$

“This is a hidden gem on the Old Mission Peninsula! An out of the way location and some wonderful wines as well. Loved the charcuterie board and the wine flights. And the views are spectacular! Thank you Hawthorne Vineyards!!”

4.7 Superb110 Reviews
2 Lads Winery 16985 Smokey Hollow Road, Traverse City Wineries • $$

““I would trust that lady with anything I put in my mouth.” — my husband, speaking about our lovely server, Teri. 😂

Not only was the wine great and the views absolutely breathtaking, but the true star of the show was our server, Teri. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the wines at Two Lads Winery, and my husband was VERY impressed with the flight she picked out for him. So impressed, in fact, that he broke his self-imposed wine-buying ban to take a bottle home. I also loved the lavender lemonade cocktail she recommended—it was delicious!

But the story doesn’t stop there. We got to chatting with Teri about some of the other places we were planning to visit during our trip, so we asked her for recommendations. She pointed us toward a winery we hadn’t heard of before, and it ended up being a huge hit! She also recommended a meadery because my husband is really interested in mead, and that recommendation was another home run.

It’s rare to come across someone who is not only knowledgeable about what they do, but genuinely enthusiastic about making sure you have a great experience. Teri absolutely made our visit extra special, and we are so glad we stopped at Two Lads. Great wine, incredible views, and an amazing server—what more could you ask for?

If you’re visiting Traverse City, put Two Lads Winery on your list. And if you’re lucky enough to get Teri as your server, trust her recommendations. Clearly, she knows what she’s doing. 😉”

4.6 Superb165 Reviews
Common Good Bakery 1115 East Eighth Street, Traverse City Bakery • $

“Any of their cookies✌️❤️ So Good!!!!!😁”

4.5 Superb241 Reviews

“Outstanding ambiance, service best in town and meal absolutely best in the area , highly recommend”

4.4 Superb759 Reviews
Warehouse KiTChen + Cork 263 West Grandview Parkway, Traverse City Cocktail Bar • $$

“Food is pretty good but nothing special. It was convenient as I was staying at Hotel Indigo and it’s right in the lobby. The bar had a nice selection of drink options which was great.

Dennis the manager was spectacular.”

3.8 Good43 Reviews

“Janelle’s Famous Chili at Folgarelli’s Market & Wine Shop The kidney beans feel like they were raised on a foggy hillside somewhere that requires a ferry and a strong grandmother. The white beans absolutely spent time overseas. They’ve seen markets. They’ve heard arguments in languages we don’t speak. Then the beef shows up like it owns shoreline. This is Old Mission Peninsula cattle energy. These cows had lake views and a seasonal schedule. They were not rushed. They were probably discussed at dinner parties. You can taste a level of calm in this beef that only comes from animals that knew exactly where they stood in the world. Tender, rich, and behaving like they had a wine club membership before becoming chili. The whole pot has depth. There’s balance. There’s confidence. There’s a sense that someone made this and said, “We are not embarrassing ourselves today.” Every bite feels intentional. Nothing in here is freelancing. Nobody showed up unprepared. This is the kind of chili that makes you reconsider other chilis you’ve trusted. You take a bite and suddenly every crockpot at every potluck you’ve ever attended is on notice. It’s hearty without being reckless, bold without yelling, and it fully understands what winter in Northern Michigan does to a human spirit. If this chili were a person, it owns property, has strong boundaries, and brings the good bread without being asked. If it were on the Food Network, one judge would say “layers,” one would say “this has a story,” and another would quietly try to take a container home and deny it later. Final ruling: Janelle didn’t just make chili. These beans didn’t just get invited. They were vetted. Then she introduced them to extremely well-raised local beef and let them form a coalition. The result is comfort with a résumé. If you’re at Folgarelli’s and you see this chili, you get it immediately. Some foods are lunch. Some foods are dinner. This one is infrastructure.”

4.9 Superb340 Reviews
Boathouse Restaurant 14039 Peninsula Drive, Traverse City Seafood • $$$$

“Great food Great experience Dan the waiter is amazing ! Very friendly , professional waiter , highly recommend Dan - he’s the best !”

4.6 Superb896 Reviews
Cellar & Flame Steakhouse 155 Garland Street, Traverse City Tapas/Small Plates • $$$$

“Delicious calamari !! The best I have ever had ! Great service provided Comfortable chairs and atmosphere we love the fires burning outside on the patio Nice date night dinner with my husband”

4.4 Superb233 Reviews

Takeout Restaurants

Oakwood Proper Burgers 1108 East Eighth Street, Traverse City Hamburger • $

“I guess I could call this a happy accident, but unfortunately, I can never deliberately try a burger there again. Well I must be gluten-free. I ordered a burger without a bun. I was halfway through it when the server realized that there is wheat in the seasoning used in the burger. Thankfully, I was able to get medication and mitigate the damage. For me it can be quite severe. For someone with celiac disease it could also be severe. So it’s important to know that this restaurant is neither celiac or gluten-free friendly. However, the happy accident is that I discovered the burger taste fantastic. Not sure what to do with that now, lol as I can’t go back and get another one.”

4.8 Superb562 Reviews

“Great food friendly service. South East Asian flavor at its finest! I almost felt like I was back in Phnom Penh. The food was so good Asian places in America usually don’t convey what you get in Asian cuisine but this restaurant does. Keep up the good work. Great work guys.”

4.6 Superb267 Reviews

“We stopped in for lunch the other day! The nachos and blue gill tacos were great! Cute spot! Great service…we don’t mind the scan to order or ordering at the bar!”

4.5 Superb247 Reviews
Moomers Homemade Ice Cream 7263 North Long Lake Road, Traverse City Ice Cream Shop • $

“delicious! and friendly staff!”

4.8 Superb610 Reviews
Dojo Sushi 115 Franklin Street, Traverse City Sushi • $$

“Lunch was awesome! Thanks for the great suggestions.”

4.9 Superb210 Reviews
Glendale Burger Shop 13692 South W Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City Food Trucks • $

“The food is so amazing. These guys are so consistent with it. You could never hope to eat a better burger.”

4.8 Superb336 Reviews
Centre Street Café 1125 Centre Street Suite 3404, Traverse City Pet Friendly • $

“Wonderful service and good food 🍲”

4.9 Superb199 Reviews
U & I Lounge 214 East Front Street, Traverse City Lounges • $

“awesome playlist, friendly staff, food pretty good”

4.5 Superb336 Reviews

“Janelle’s Famous Chili at Folgarelli’s Market & Wine Shop The kidney beans feel like they were raised on a foggy hillside somewhere that requires a ferry and a strong grandmother. The white beans absolutely spent time overseas. They’ve seen markets. They’ve heard arguments in languages we don’t speak. Then the beef shows up like it owns shoreline. This is Old Mission Peninsula cattle energy. These cows had lake views and a seasonal schedule. They were not rushed. They were probably discussed at dinner parties. You can taste a level of calm in this beef that only comes from animals that knew exactly where they stood in the world. Tender, rich, and behaving like they had a wine club membership before becoming chili. The whole pot has depth. There’s balance. There’s confidence. There’s a sense that someone made this and said, “We are not embarrassing ourselves today.” Every bite feels intentional. Nothing in here is freelancing. Nobody showed up unprepared. This is the kind of chili that makes you reconsider other chilis you’ve trusted. You take a bite and suddenly every crockpot at every potluck you’ve ever attended is on notice. It’s hearty without being reckless, bold without yelling, and it fully understands what winter in Northern Michigan does to a human spirit. If this chili were a person, it owns property, has strong boundaries, and brings the good bread without being asked. If it were on the Food Network, one judge would say “layers,” one would say “this has a story,” and another would quietly try to take a container home and deny it later. Final ruling: Janelle didn’t just make chili. These beans didn’t just get invited. They were vetted. Then she introduced them to extremely well-raised local beef and let them form a coalition. The result is comfort with a résumé. If you’re at Folgarelli’s and you see this chili, you get it immediately. Some foods are lunch. Some foods are dinner. This one is infrastructure.”

4.9 Superb340 Reviews
Bergstrom's Burgers 905 US Hwy 31 South, Traverse City American • $

“I was a little apprehensive that a food truck at a campground would be good. it was amazing! so glad I had it my last night or I would be eating here every night! note: I had the great northern burger.”

4.7 Superb417 Reviews
Archie's Social House 237 Lake Avenue Suite 200, Traverse City Food Trucks • $

“Great! Love the tofu scramble. Re potatoes- suggestion: they used to be better; now to small, get overcooked too easily. No flavor.”

4.7 Superb391 Reviews
Frenchies Famous 619 Randolph Street, Traverse City Breakfast • $

“Small quaint makes good memories”

4.4 Superb253 Reviews
The Towne Plaza 203 Cass Street, Traverse City American • $

“My kids say the pancakes and potatoes are out of this world! Perfectly cooked bacon, fresh squeezed OJ. For those with a more diverse palate don’t pass up on the stuffed pepper. Kimmy took great care of us!”

4.7 Superb405 Reviews

“This place was great! The bloody mary was delicious. We had the spinach dip with pita chips and tortilla chips. Tasted great. The wedge salad was so good. My husband had the chicken tenders and waffle fries which he thought were delicious. The wait staff were so friendly too. We will definitely be back!”

4.4 Superb182 Reviews
Brewery Terra Firma 2959 Hartman Road, Traverse City Brewery • $

“Great brews and friendly staff! What could be better except free beer 🙄🤩”

4.6 Superb154 Reviews

“This place was great! The bloody mary was delicious. We had the spinach dip with pita chips and tortilla chips. Tasted great. The wedge salad was so good. My husband had the chicken tenders and waffle fries which he thought were delicious. The wait staff were so friendly too. We will definitely be back!”

4.4 Superb182 Reviews
Taproot Cider House 300 East Front Street Suite 104, Traverse City Bar • $$

“We loved taproot!! Food was amazing.! Great for gluten free and vegan. Even had a small dog menu! Our pup had a burger for dinner and our waitress was fantastic and welcoming to us and our dog! Thanks for a great experience! We will be back”

4.6 Superb519 Reviews
Brengman Family Wines 9720 South Center Highway, Traverse City Wine Bar • $$

“We really enjoyed dining and having wine several times the last few weeks at Brengman’s family winery, which we recently discovered. Our favorite is the arugula salad as a standout but we also enjoyed other menu items; shrimp scampi, brined chicken and a tomato and mozzarella salad. The wine is also tasty and the concrete white Chardonnay is a bargain. The bistro atmosphere is charming. The experience was higher quality food and more reasonably priced than many other area restaurants.”

4.8 Superb167 Reviews

Drive-Thru Restaurants

Chubby Unicorn 439 East Front Street, Traverse City Salad • $

“Our office did Chubby Unicorn's lunch catering and it did not disappoint! Amazing sandwiches, beautiful salad and super tasty treats. Very impressive and made me look like a hero to my co-workers. :)”

4.9 Superb157 Reviews
Spanglish 1333 Yellow Drive, Traverse City Mexican • $

“1st time today with friends. I had the pork tacos. so yummy. 🥰”

4.7 Superb312 Reviews
JoJo's Cookie Co. 113 Park Street, Traverse City Bakery • $

“Omg seriously the best cookies we’ve ever had !! Hands down! Way better than Crumbl and Insomnia! Anytime we are in TC we will definitely stop here for cookies! We’ve tried many kinds and they are all amazing!”

4.9 Superb143 Reviews

“Great little place in Traverse City! They have a good variety of tasty beers and the pizza was delicious!”

4.6 Superb545 Reviews
Third Coast Bakery 523 Munson Avenue, Traverse City Bakery • $

“Frequently order for my GF family in Virginia. Shipping is pain free and this last order they are still raving about the best bagels they have ever had and the little snack cakes were a huge hit. Love that I don't have to worry about cross contamination for my celiac family member.”

4.6 Superb398 Reviews
Taqueria Las Lagunas 1752 S Garfield Ave, Traverse City Fast Food • $

“Friendly staff and exceptional Mexican food at reasonable prices. Always a must stop in TC when hunger hits.”

4.8 Superb165 Reviews
Round's Restaurant 1033 East Eighth Street, Traverse City American • $

“A definite hidden gem in TC! Had wonderful breakfast this past Saturday and hopefully the restaurant will be there for years to come.”

4.6 Superb347 Reviews
Randy's Diner 1120 Carver Street, Traverse City Diner • $

“Visiting from out of state and loved it! We went for the atmosphere, but the food ended up being really tasty. Sometimes “diner” food can be a bit bland when restaurants cut corners, but Randy’s was flavorful with big portions. The bacon wasn’t too thin, the potatoes were fried just right, and the eggs were golden yellow.”

4.6 Superb352 Reviews

“I went to Farm Club while on a ski trip with my friends and we just loved this place! It has an amazing atmosphere and wonderful food and drink options.”

4.6 Superb430 Reviews
Playa Bowls 222 East State Street Ste 101, Traverse City Health Food • $

“My new favorite go-to for a healthy yet flavorful meal! I’ve gotten three generations of my family craving this works of delicious art. I even tell strangers about this establishment. The Target courier told me I should become a spokesperson for Playa in TC as I was stressing to him that he needed to take his mom there when she came to town for a visit. Huge selection, great staff, friendly service and the order ahead option is very convenient.”

4.7 Superb156 Reviews
Crepes And Co TC 113 Park Street Ste 101C, Traverse City French • $

“The food is outstanding! Love that hot honey sauce!”

4.6 Superb244 Reviews
The Cottage 472 Munson Avenue, Traverse City American • $

“The food was delicious here. We ordered the pot roast dinner and then lava cake for dessert. The restaurant was clean and the service was great. Lori was our waitress and she was very friendly and helpful. Definitely will eat here again.”

4.5 Superb543 Reviews

“Great ice cream! And Mac and cheese. Deb is the BEST!!! She's always so friendly and up beat!!!”

4.2 Good120 Reviews
Willie's Rear 1315 West South Airport Road, Traverse City Breakfast • $

“Best Burger in Traverse City!!! I had the Lumberjack burger yesterday for lunch. It was juicy. Mouth watering. Big burger for the price . No frozen meat patty. It was all Fresh!!!”

4.7 Superb154 Reviews
Mulligan's Pub & Grill 2340 West Crown Drive, Traverse City American • $

“my friends and family love Mulligans thanks for the consistent quality!”

4.6 Superb218 Reviews
Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery 3309 Blue Water Road, Traverse City Wineries • $$

“Beautiful winery, amazing service, and a beautiful view!”

4.6 Superb387 Reviews
Fuji Sushi Steak House 2576 Crossing Circle, Traverse City Japanese • $$

“We came here for hibachi and being my first time (my boyfriends first time in TC not first time hibachi) it was a great experience! It was quite loud but the workers knew this so they spoke up and were very interactive with their customers, including singing happy birthday to the lady next to us! The food was so good (my stomach growls just thinking about it). My boyfriend got the shrimp and scallops and I got the noodles and vegetables. Both were delicious and well cooked! I never had sake before but it was also very good and smooth! Overall a great experience and I hope to be back soon!”

4.6 Superb386 Reviews
Red Spire Brunch House 800 Cottageview Drive Suite Suite 30 Mercato, Main Entrance, Traverse City Breakfast • $$

“The best chicken soup you can get in TC!!!!”

4.6 Superb380 Reviews

Cheap Eats

Detroit Wing Company 1201 East Front Street, Traverse City Chicken Wings • $

“Incredible wings…tossed to perfection. Detroit Wing Company can not be beat.”

4.7 Superb314 Reviews

“10/10 we love the pizza and followed them to their new location. Mushroom truffle pizza is the bomb! Service for beer and pizza are A1. Keep doing what your doing!”

4.7 Superb186 Reviews
Mundos HQ 1238 South Garfield Avenue, Traverse City Coffee Shops • $

“Delicious food, meticulously crafted coffee, friendly and accommodating staff. I’m one of those “needy coffee people” and I know I can count on a great cappuccino every time. The space is clean and bright and welcoming. I’ve spent more than one afternoon working with my laptop there and it is a comfortable, welcoming environment.”

4.6 Superb281 Reviews
Earthen Ales 1371 Gray Drive Suite 200, Traverse City Brewery • $

“Nice cozy brewery. The owners are great people and great brewers . 2 beers that are my favorites there are Sweetbrier wheat and Juniper Rye which they claim is an IPA .”

4.8 Superb124 Reviews
The Chef's In 519 W Front St, Traverse City Sandwich Shop • $

“Locally owned, great fresh food.”

4.8 Superb158 Reviews
Slabtown Cookie Co. 228 Monroe Street, Traverse City Bakery • $

“I tried the s’mores brownie last week and 10/10 could recommend! The toppings were great and made it fun but the brownie itself? Omg 🤤”

5 Superb68 Reviews
The Omelette Shoppe 124 Cass Street, Traverse City Breakfast • $

“Just had the blueberry lemon ricotta pancakes. Wowzers! And she had the corned beef hash and scrambled eggs. Spot on breakfast food, top notch service only means we will be back again very soon! Keep up the hard work!”

4.5 Superb487 Reviews
7 Brew Coffee 1114 W South Airport Rd, Traverse City Coffee Shops • $

“Fun, friendly and energetic staff. they make you excited to get your coffee/Energizer. My daughter was struggling to decide what she wanted and the person taking our order asked her probing questions (like what's your favorite candy, lemonade flavor, lollipop flavor) to help her decide what to get! Definitely recommend!”

4.6 Superb203 Reviews
The Omelette Shoppe 1209 E Front St #2928, Traverse City Bakery • $

“Just had the blueberry lemon ricotta pancakes. Wowzers! And she had the corned beef hash and scrambled eggs. Spot on breakfast food, top notch service only means we will be back again very soon! Keep up the hard work!”

4.6 Superb319 Reviews
Cuppa Joe Drive Thru 1060 East Front Street, Traverse City Coffee Shops • $

“Best Iced Pumpkin Latte I've had!!”

4.6 Superb182 Reviews
TC Vietnamese 718 Munson Ave Ste B, Traverse City Vietnamese • $

“I wish I had found this place sooner. The rice and pork dish, (#16) i believe, is unbelievable. I always get the pork eggrolls as a starter. Good portions, always fresh, and very friendly staff. Great atmosphere and one of my new favorites in TC. I need to try more items but the soups are delicious too. Great, now I’m hungry…try it out if you haven’t been!”

4.6 Superb168 Reviews

“The pizza was great and we really Enjoyed it! However, in my opinion, the “large” pizza was closer to a medium in size. We ordered two large pizzas, and had I known the actual size, I would have ordered three. The quality and taste were excellent but we just felt the portion size was smaller than expected for a large pizza. Again? other than that it was great.”

4.5 Superb281 Reviews

“First time here and it was delicious!!! Fresh, fast , tasty food and friendly service! I don’t make it to TC often, but I’d make a trip for this place when I do!”

4.5 Superb256 Reviews

“We absolutely loved working with Kim Norton at Water’s Edge Sweet Tooth for our wedding! Our wedding cake was beautiful, delicious, and exactly what we had envisioned.

Kim brought our design to life perfectly, including one of our favorite personal details: our two cats as little statues incorporated into the cake with little “dig out” spots where it looked like they had snuck tiny bites. It was adorable, unique, and made the cake feel so personal to us.

The cake itself was absolutely delicious. We had so many guests compliment it during and after the wedding, and several people even texted us afterward specifically to tell us how good it was!

Everything was also handled so smoothly. The cake was delivered on time, looked gorgeous when we arrived, and matched our vision beautifully.

Kim is incredibly talented, and we are so grateful for the care and attention she put into our wedding cake. It was such a fun and memorable part of our day, and we would absolutely recommend Water’s Edge Sweet Tooth! 🤍”

4.8 Superb88 Reviews

“We LOVE THE PASTIES. The decor is cozy and a delightful spot to enjoy delicious food. The staff is helpful and efficient. We come here every year when we visit from FL. (And their iced tea served the most attractively of any of the many restaurants we liked in the entire state!)”

4.5 Superb237 Reviews
Left Foot Charley 806 Red Drive Ste 100, Traverse City Wineries • $$

“Left Foot Charley was the highlight of our girls wine weekend! Michael customized our tasting based on our preferences and was incredibly kind to our group, as we are all beginners and still learning about wine. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience! 🍷”

4.7 Superb227 Reviews

“I went to Farm Club while on a ski trip with my friends and we just loved this place! It has an amazing atmosphere and wonderful food and drink options.”

4.6 Superb430 Reviews
TC Cycle Pub 642 Railroad Place, Traverse City Pubs • $$

“Loved this tour! Highly recommend doing this with your friends!”

4.9 Superb207 Reviews
S2S Sugar to Salt 1371 Gray Dr suite 300, Traverse City Pet Friendly • $$

“OMG… SOOOOO GOOD! We called ahead to see how busy it was and Stephanie was delightful on the phone. When we came in Stephanie’s warmth, charm and friendliness met us at the door! She chatted with us about the restaurant and how it’s a product of her and her husband’s love for food. Everything is sourced from specific farmers so they know where all their ingredients are coming from! 💗 Our sever Vynessa 😊 was AMAZING, took great care of us, gave recommendations, chatted with us and poured love into her service! The food…. Holy smokes, it was so effing good! We had risotto, the flavors and textures just complemented each other perfectly, the best risotto I’ve ever had. The quiche was just as good and had great ingredients of rapini, sweet potato, broccoli, carmalized onions and more! We also had roasted potatoes and bacon sausage. We grabbed a scone and cinnamon roll to go, haven’t tried them at the time of posting this review. Please go here, support small, support local and have some of the best food of your life! P.S. it was so good, we went back the next day and it was just as wonderful! 💗”

4.7 Superb285 Reviews
India Garden 303 E State St, Traverse City Indian • $$

“My husband and I both enjoy Indian food. This is hands down the BEST Indian food we’ve ever had! I had Daal Tadka and my husband had Daal Madkani. We also shared garlic naan. The ambience is modern with of course an Indian vibe. The aromas walking in were very enticing yet not over powering. They have a large variety of food. Plenty of vegetarian options which I was pleased with. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Service was timely yet not constantly interrupting. The chef brings the food to your table which was a lovely touch. I’m addition to the food being delicious, it’s very generous portions. We both had plenty left over to take home. Highly recommend this gem when you’re in Traverse City. We will likely visit it again before we head home next week!”

4.7 Superb174 Reviews
Chateau Grand Traverse 12239 Center Road, Traverse City Wineries • $$

“Great venue, beautiful scenery. Had the dry flight. Each was unique and delicious. Loved the Ensemble. So light and beautiful. Bought some to take home for Thanksgiving.”

4.6 Superb294 Reviews
Nolan's Cigar Bar 336 East Front Street, Traverse City Lounges • $$$

“Excellent cigar bar. Great service and wide variety of liquors, beer and cocktails. One small complaint, the ceilings are a bit low and smoke regulation could be improved. Anyway, that's minor compared to the vibe and extensive cigar selection.”

4.8 Superb206 Reviews
7 Monks Taproom 128 South Union Street, Traverse City Bar • $$

“Best burger and fries in Traverse City!”

4.5 Superb412 Reviews

“You step foot into Blessed Be Tea and you can feel the love that has went into this cute little shop. Allie’s handcrafted teas are amazing, she has all the herbs for your apothecary needs and sooo many local vendors and artwork. Such a gem and I always enjoy coming here! 100% recommend ❤️”

4.9 Superb65 Reviews

Latest Reviews

Biggby Coffee 13936 South W Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City Coffee Shops • $

“This new location is wonderful the staff is amazing and the place is beautiful way”

3.5 Good161 Reviews
Peegeo's 525 High Lake Road, Traverse City Pizza • $

“True diamond in the rough, food is excellent. Can’t wait to go back again. Thank you Peegeo’s!!”

4.4 Superb417 Reviews

“They take pride in their product. Their dough is made fresh daily. Awesome Grinders.and pizza 🍕 can't go wrong with whatever you order.”

4 Good191 Reviews
Old Mission Tavern 17015 Center Road, Traverse City American • $$

“The Paella, the pork chop, the Walleye were all excellent. I'm going bak”

4.6 Superb248 Reviews
The Cooks’ House 115 Wellington Street, Traverse City Restaurant • $$$$

“I grew up in this town but left in 1985. I’ve lived in California since and have eaten at a lot of great restaurants including the Laundry, Chez Panisse, Slanted Door and Mr Chows to name a few. This without a doubt rank's right there. I honestly never thought I’d have a decent thing to eat in this town other than bar food but now I know exactly where it is. If you’re hungry for something exceptional look no further. I have never liked mushrooms, but the mushroom toast was my favorite dish. I can’t believe I’m saying it. Thank you Jen and to the staff for a great evening Looking forward to going back.”

4.7 Superb261 Reviews
Mulligan's Pub & Grill 2340 West Crown Drive, Traverse City American • $

“my friends and family love Mulligans thanks for the consistent quality!”

4.6 Superb218 Reviews
Reflect Bistro 255 Munson Ave, Traverse City Bar • $$

“I was disappointed today when dining at Reflect Bistro for our 49th anniversary. We made a reservation and mentioned our anniversary. The person taking the reservation said he would note about the anniversary. We ordered an appetizer, I had a salad & the Pepperdelle, husband had seafood pot pie. The calamari appetizer was totally different than when we ordered it in the past. It had a spicy sauce drizzled all over it and a pile of arugula on top. The salad was good, but probably 1/2 the size it used to be & not enough dressing. Couldn’t get the server’s attention to ask for more dressing. The pot pie was1/2 the size it used to be, had just a small triangular piece of crust on top of a soup of gravy, peas & corn with 2 scallops, 2 shrimp & a small piece of lobster. The price was $5 more than last time. So you get the picture, 1/2 size of previous portion, fillers of greens to make it look larger & Increased prices. My Pepperdelle had fresh spinach leaves piled on one side of the bowl, the bowl was about 1/2 the size it used to be & the seafood in it was much less than before & the price was raised. Unfortunately we will be writing this restaurant off of our list of favorites from now on.”

4.4 Superb512 Reviews
Archie's Social House 237 Lake Avenue Suite 200, Traverse City Restaurant • $

“Great! Love the tofu scramble. Re potatoes- suggestion: they used to be better; now to small, get overcooked too easily. No flavor.”

4.7 Superb391 Reviews

“Great ice cream! And Mac and cheese. Deb is the BEST!!! She's always so friendly and up beat!!!”

4.2 Good120 Reviews
Sorellina 250 East Front Street Ste 110, Traverse City Italian • $$

“Great food- authentic atmosphere- friendly wait staff - reasonably priced.”

4 Good416 Reviews
Taqueria Las Lagunas 1752 S Garfield Ave, Traverse City Fast Food • $

“Friendly staff and exceptional Mexican food at reasonable prices. Always a must stop in TC when hunger hits.”

4.8 Superb165 Reviews
Dojo Sushi 115 Franklin Street, Traverse City Sushi • $$

“Lunch was awesome! Thanks for the great suggestions.”

4.9 Superb210 Reviews
Frida's Mexican grill 3200 W South Airport Rd, Traverse City Mexican • $

“Good food, good service,friendly atmosphere, I will definitely eat here again.”

3.9 Good179 Reviews
Dreloco Taco 1201 E Front St unit a, Traverse City Tacos • $

“Order the Burrito Bowl and Loco Carnito Taco - Excellent. Affordable price and great service.”

4.1 Good117 Reviews

“Didn't know that I love soul food!”

4.7 Superb168 Reviews

Most Popular Restaurants

Apache Trout Grill 13671 South W Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City American • $$

“Great food! Great Service!”

4.2 Good719 Reviews

“Great food!! Everything was fresh and hot. Our server was super nice as well. Chicken fajitas and beef tacos hit the spot! Can’t wait to dine again.”

3.9 Good666 Reviews
Firefly Restaurant 310 Cass Street, Traverse City Tapas/Small Plates • $$

“On a stormy Monday afternoon, (May 18th), my wife and I were seeking a trendy lunch spot in Traverse City to celebrate our last full day in town and we discovered FireFly. Although the weather was wet and gloomy, our day was instantly brighter when we entered to encounter Leah, our smiley, welcoming, and cheerful waitress. She seated us next to a window, was eager to serve, made great menu recommendations, and was one of the highlights our last day in Traverse City. We would like to give her a huge shout out for making our visit to FireFly memorable.”

4.3 Superb630 Reviews
Poppycocks 128 East Front Street, Traverse City American • $$

“One of my favorite restaurants - it has excellent options for meat lovers (the braised short ribs are delightful) and vegetarians (the quinoa masa cakes are so good)! Don't forget dessert here either.”

4.4 Superb620 Reviews
Oakwood Proper Burgers 1108 East Eighth Street, Traverse City Hamburger • $

“I guess I could call this a happy accident, but unfortunately, I can never deliberately try a burger there again. Well I must be gluten-free. I ordered a burger without a bun. I was halfway through it when the server realized that there is wheat in the seasoning used in the burger. Thankfully, I was able to get medication and mitigate the damage. For me it can be quite severe. For someone with celiac disease it could also be severe. So it’s important to know that this restaurant is neither celiac or gluten-free friendly. However, the happy accident is that I discovered the burger taste fantastic. Not sure what to do with that now, lol as I can’t go back and get another one.”

4.8 Superb562 Reviews

“Outstanding ambiance, service best in town and meal absolutely best in the area , highly recommend”

4.4 Superb759 Reviews
Slabtown Burgers 826 West Front Street, Traverse City Hamburger • $

“Slabtown is one of our must go to stops,everytime we are in TC..the staff are best I've seen ..quality of food top notch ..hot fast ..filling.. no better burger In TC..WISH I HAD A SLABTOWN BY ME...LOL”

4.8 Superb554 Reviews
Flap Jack Shack 3980 North U.S. 31 South, Traverse City Breakfast • $

“We enjoyed breakfast yesterday and wanted to give a big shout out to Rae!! She was super cool, and she did a great job on a busy Saturday morning!”

4.4 Superb567 Reviews
The Cottage 472 Munson Avenue, Traverse City American • $

“The food was delicious here. We ordered the pot roast dinner and then lava cake for dessert. The restaurant was clean and the service was great. Lori was our waitress and she was very friendly and helpful. Definitely will eat here again.”

4.5 Superb543 Reviews
Sleder's Family Tavern 717 Randolph Street, Traverse City American • $

“Sleder’s went out of their way to accommodate our large party. Food was delicious and delivered quite quickly!!”

4.4 Superb565 Reviews
Boone's Long Lake Inn 7208 Secor Road, Traverse City Steak House • $$

“Excellent food. Filet Mignon was succulent . Tuna Steak was perfect. NY Strip was delicious. Tonja provided superb service. It's a little pricey but you get what you pay for and it was well worth it for such great service and wonderful food. It was my husband and girlfriends birthday and you really made the night. Thank you 😊”

4.3 Superb538 Reviews
Harrington's By The Bay 13890 South W Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City Seafood • $$

“Food was the best! Those burgers and fish and chips 😋 Sam has only worked there for two weeks but her service was superb! Highly recommend this gem. Oh and they have a fantastic Military discount ❤️🤍💙”

4.1 Good525 Reviews

“Mama Lu's catered our wedding with their starters, sides, and taco bar, and it was a huge success! They were easy to work with from the start, and we were able to customize and choose the taco bar and offerings to fit the needs of our guests! 10 out of 10 stars! ❤️🎉 Thank you!”

4.3 Superb486 Reviews
Denny's Restaurant 878 Munson Avenue, Traverse City Diner • $

“Our server Elizabeth was very nice, and the berry stuffed French toast was so good!”

3.5 Good499 Reviews

“Great little place in Traverse City! They have a good variety of tasty beers and the pizza was delicious!”

4.6 Superb545 Reviews

New Restaurants

India Garden 303 E State St, Traverse City Indian • $$

“My husband and I both enjoy Indian food. This is hands down the BEST Indian food we’ve ever had! I had Daal Tadka and my husband had Daal Madkani. We also shared garlic naan. The ambience is modern with of course an Indian vibe. The aromas walking in were very enticing yet not over powering. They have a large variety of food. Plenty of vegetarian options which I was pleased with. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Service was timely yet not constantly interrupting. The chef brings the food to your table which was a lovely touch. I’m addition to the food being delicious, it’s very generous portions. We both had plenty left over to take home. Highly recommend this gem when you’re in Traverse City. We will likely visit it again before we head home next week!”

4.7 Superb174 Reviews

“Tank Space is truly a gem and a community asset. Sure it's a brewery bar but it's so much more. There's a space for meetings, multiple food options from different vendors, and an overall chill and welcoming atmosphere.”

4.9 Superb54 Reviews
The Dandy 115 East Front Street, Traverse City Brunch • $$

“Lovely experience: Reservation recommended. We arrived & greeted very warmly by Cindy & put ourselves on the wait list estimated 30/40 mins. We did some shopping in the immediate area with intentions on returning during the approximate window. We achieved that goal just as we were closing the car putting in our recent purchases. Our server Rochelle was wonderful! She knew the menu, quick to answer questions, was on top of refills. The atmosphere is excellent & feels modem and high-end. The food which we ordered came out fresh & was all very good as well. Over all excellent experience & congratulations to Chad & Josh for a successful establishment.”

4.7 Superb85 Reviews

“We have many excellent places for pastries and treats around Traverse City, but this is by far my favorite. Their unique and delicious spin on classic patisserie means I am always happy to try something new (ube, yuzu, pandan) and delighted by familiar favorites (Chocolate Chip Crookie is my FAVORITE)! Their attention to detail means everything tastes as spectacular as it looks, and I’m am always happy to chat with them. You can tell the love and passion they have for what they do, because it’s so obvious in their products. Highly, highly recommend!!!”

5 Superb37 Reviews

“Fantastic new microbrewery, serving up interesting, well crafted brews, local ciders and wines. Plenty of NA options too. Staff were friendly, knowledgeable, engaging. Beautiful, well thought out space and branding. Overall, excellent experience. Can’t wait to visit again.”

4.9 Superb42 Reviews
Gypsy Spirits Tasting Room 309 W Front St Unit B, Traverse City Cocktail Bar • $

“Stopped in for a cocktail after dinner and had a wonderful experience! Fun atmosphere, great bourbon and cocktails (espresso martini!) and wonderful service. Would absolutely come back. Nice place to sit at the bar, couch, or table.”

4.6 Superb68 Reviews
Clean Crumbles 436 West Front Street, Traverse City Cafe • $

“I needed 3 dozen cupcakes for a birthday party and Mary delivered! They were a hit and everyone really enjoyed them. The lemon blueberry were amazing, and I don't even like cake! Mary was professional, responsive, and did a phenomenal job! Thank you so much for a great experience!”

4.8 Superb32 Reviews
Romero Baking Co. 811 South Union Street, Traverse City Bakery • $

“Such an amazing hidden gem!!! If you haven’t found them yet; keep looking!!!”

4.9 Superb23 Reviews
Seismoto Coffee Bar 3344 Cass Rd, Traverse City Coffee Shops • $

“Always delicious and a beautiful building inside and out. Highly recommend for alone time, group of friends or would be a great treat for a work group. Now there’s a restaurant and brewery in the same building, excited to try it all! Kudos to the talented and friendly staff at Seismoto.”

4.4 Superb82 Reviews
Thai A Gogo 1535 South Division Street Ste 114, Traverse City Thai • $

“Best Thai in town. Amazing soups and main dishes.”

4.4 Superb80 Reviews
Water Bearer Coffee 144 Hall Street Suite 100, Traverse City Coffee Shops • $

“Water Bearer Coffee is a great place work remotely or enjoy a cozy beverage with a friend. The atmosphere is absolutely beautiful and inclusive, making it a welcoming place for everyone. I love the fun decor that adds such a unique and vibrant vibe to the space. The coffee is consistently amazing—definitely the best in town! On top of that, the staff is always so cheery and helpful, making each visit an all-around great experience. Highly recommend!”

4.4 Superb78 Reviews
Smokin' Section BBQ 476 US-31, Traverse City Barbecue • $

“I love the food, I haven't tried something and not liked it, it's just truly great. I heavily recommend.”

4.8 Superb18 Reviews
Jersey Mike's Subs 916 US Hwy 31 South, Traverse City Sandwich Shop • $

“Great service during a busy friday lunch rush. Logan was hustling to keep the line moving and had a smile in his face the whole time. Definitely will be back and would recommend to anyone in the chums corners area!”

4.6 Superb18 Reviews
K-Pocha 720 Munson Avenue Ste A, Traverse City Korean • $

“One of my favorite places to stop when we’re in TC! Don’t knock the Fruity Pebble dog until you’ve tried it! An amazing Savory/sweet combo that’s a must have! And this was the first place I’ve ever tried Tteok Bokki…. Hands down the best soup I’ve ever had in my entire life and I highly suggest it if you’re not afraid of trying something new! Get the Tteok and a Fruity pebble dog! Can’t go wrong there!”

4.3 Superb100 Reviews

“We booked Elderberry Farms Estate for a private event. The estate was in emaculant condition and ready for us upon arrival for set-up. Our vendors worked through me for instructions for set up prior to the event and day of. Everything turned out perfectly!”

4.4 Superb34 Reviews

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