Traverse City Area Attractions
Food scene
Asian fusion - expensive and worth it
(Lunch menu is more reasonably priced)
http://places.singleplatform.com/red-ginger-restaurant-2/menu?ref=integration
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Red Ginger
237 E Front StAsian fusion - expensive and worth it
(Lunch menu is more reasonably priced)
http://places.singleplatform.com/red-ginger-restaurant-2/menu?ref=integration
Moderately priced, popular with locals, extensive and varied menu
http://www.tcfirefly.com
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Firefly Restaurant
310 N Cass StModerately priced, popular with locals, extensive and varied menu
http://www.tcfirefly.com
Bar that serves food, including Greek items like gyros.
http://uandilounge.com
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U & I Lounge
214 E Front StBar that serves food, including Greek items like gyros.
http://uandilounge.com
Bar that serves food; known for excellent musical guests, bands...
https://www.unionstreetstationtc.net/mobile/
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Union Street Station
117 S Union StBar that serves food; known for excellent musical guests, bands...
https://www.unionstreetstationtc.net/mobile/
Restaurant and bar, excellent food (especially burgers)
http://www.bluetractor.net/bta/index.html
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Blue Tractor Barbeque
423 S Union StRestaurant and bar, excellent food (especially burgers)
http://www.bluetractor.net/bta/index.html
Priced on high end, very popular with locals, known for their steaks - especially prime rib - but everything they serve is excellent
http://www.booneslli.com
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Boone's Long Lake Inn
7208 Secor RdPriced on high end, very popular with locals, known for their steaks - especially prime rib - but everything they serve is excellent
http://www.booneslli.com
Aerie is their well-known restaurant - higher priced than most in the area and worth it
https://www.grandtraverseresort.com
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Park Place Hotel and Conference Center
300 E State StAerie is their well-known restaurant - higher priced than most in the area and worth it
https://www.grandtraverseresort.com
TC Cycle Pub
642 Railroad PlPedal powered pub tours
http://tccyclepub.com
Excellent food and drink, popular with locals, scenery on the drive is lovely; there used to be an art gallery on premises, it might still be there...
https://www.jollypumpkin.com/jp/traverse-city-brewery
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Jolly Pumpkin Restaurant & Brewery
13512 Peninsula DrExcellent food and drink, popular with locals, scenery on the drive is lovely; there used to be an art gallery on premises, it might still be there...
https://www.jollypumpkin.com/jp/traverse-city-brewery
Food, drink, live entertainment six nights a week
https://traversecityworkshop.com
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The Workshop Brewing Company
221 Garland StFood, drink, live entertainment six nights a week
https://traversecityworkshop.com
Pizza, salads, kids selections, and beer, of course - charming location next door to the Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre
https://thefillingstationmicrobrewery.com
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The Filling Station Microbrewery
642 Railroad PlPizza, salads, kids selections, and beer, of course - charming location next door to the Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre
https://thefillingstationmicrobrewery.com
Sandwiches, salads, drinks
http://www.kilkennyspub.com/kk/kilkennys-irish-pub
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Kilkennys Irish Public House
400 W Front StSandwiches, salads, drinks
http://www.kilkennyspub.com/kk/kilkennys-irish-pub
Great food, reasonable prices, the west end of Front Street downtown...
http://www.northpeak.net/np.html
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North Peak Brewing Company
400 W Front StGreat food, reasonable prices, the west end of Front Street downtown...
http://www.northpeak.net/np.html
Moderately priced, good solid food, downtown TC on Front Street
http://www.tcbubbas.com
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Bubba's
428 E Front StModerately priced, good solid food, downtown TC on Front Street
http://www.tcbubbas.com
Delicious healthy food - extensive vegan and vegetarian options, downtown TC on Front Street
http://www.poppycockstc.com
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Poppycocks
128 E Front StDelicious healthy food - extensive vegan and vegetarian options, downtown TC on Front Street
http://www.poppycockstc.com
Excellent cuisine, higher priced than most - reservations are a good idea - downtown TC on Cass
http://www.thetowneplaza.com
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The Towne Plaza
203 Cass StExcellent cuisine, higher priced than most - reservations are a good idea - downtown TC on Cass
http://www.thetowneplaza.com
Excellent food, moderately priced - local favourite - excellent burgers, including venison and buffalo
http://slabtownburgers.com
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Slabtown Burgers
826 W Front StExcellent food, moderately priced - local favourite - excellent burgers, including venison and buffalo
http://slabtownburgers.com
Excellent Italian food; higher priced than most in the area and definitely worth it; located in the historic refurbished Traverse Commons, in The Village. Reservations for dinner recommended. Excellent shopping in this location.
https://www.offthemaphospitality.com/trattoria-stella/
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Trattoria Stella
830 W Eleventh StExcellent Italian food; higher priced than most in the area and definitely worth it; located in the historic refurbished Traverse Commons, in The Village. Reservations for dinner recommended. Excellent shopping in this location.
https://www.offthemaphospitality.com/trattoria-stella/
Excellent Italian food, very popular; higher prices than most. Downtown Traverse City
https://www.offthemaphospitality.com/trattoria-stella/
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Sorellina
250 E Front StExcellent Italian food, very popular; higher prices than most. Downtown Traverse City
https://www.offthemaphospitality.com/trattoria-stella/
Simple fare, but excellent
Downtown TC on State Street
http://www.scalawagstc.com
Scalawags Whitefish & Chips
303 E State StSimple fare, but excellent
Downtown TC on State Street
http://www.scalawagstc.com
Asian/Latin fusion cuisine; higher prices than most... Excellent reputation (I can’t speak from first hand experience, but hear great things)
Downtown TC
http://www.georginastaqueria.com
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Little G's Fusion Cuisine
531 W Front StAsian/Latin fusion cuisine; higher prices than most... Excellent reputation (I can’t speak from first hand experience, but hear great things)
Downtown TC
http://www.georginastaqueria.com
Wide variety of gourmet pizza
https://pangeaspizza.com/traversecity/menu
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Pangea's Pizza
135 E Front StWide variety of gourmet pizza
https://pangeaspizza.com/traversecity/menu
One of the oldest pizza places in town - at the east end of Front Street in downtown TC
http://www.paesanospizza.com
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Paesano's Pizza
447 E Front StOne of the oldest pizza places in town - at the east end of Front Street in downtown TC
http://www.paesanospizza.com
Lovely French and French-inspired cuisine in Downtown TC; excellent pastries and desserts
https://www.amical.com
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amical
229 E Front StLovely French and French-inspired cuisine in Downtown TC; excellent pastries and desserts
https://www.amical.com
Their specialty is PIES... but they also serve sandwiches and other treats. This is where locals get their pies when they don’t want to bake themselves... The triple berry is very popular...
https://gtpie.com/locations/traverse-city-downtown/
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Grand Traverse Pie Company
525 W Front StTheir specialty is PIES... but they also serve sandwiches and other treats. This is where locals get their pies when they don’t want to bake themselves... The triple berry is very popular...
https://gtpie.com/locations/traverse-city-downtown/
Get there early for the best donuts and pastries in town; on Eighth Street, west of Garfield on the south side, across from the grocery store...
https://pottersbakery.com
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Potter's Bakery
908 E Eighth StGet there early for the best donuts and pastries in town; on Eighth Street, west of Garfield on the south side, across from the grocery store...
https://pottersbakery.com
Enormously popular bakery with a wide selection of breads and sweet rolls; they serve lunch next door...
https://baybreadco.com
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Bay Bread Company
601 Randolph StEnormously popular bakery with a wide selection of breads and sweet rolls; they serve lunch next door...
https://baybreadco.com
The widest variety of deli sandwiches available anywhere in town; also a specialty store with wines and frozen seafoods and special condiments, foreign items...
http://www.folgarellis.net
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Folgarelli's Market & Wine Shop
424 W Front StThe widest variety of deli sandwiches available anywhere in town; also a specialty store with wines and frozen seafoods and special condiments, foreign items...
http://www.folgarellis.net
Located in Logan’s Landing on South Airport, between LaFranier and east of Cass... this is a hit-or-miss Chinese restaurant that also serves sushi...
The ambience is definitely lacking, but locals have kept this strange little restaurant alive for over 30 years...
http://pandanorth.weebly.com
Panda North
2038 West South Airport RoadLocated in Logan’s Landing on South Airport, between LaFranier and east of Cass... this is a hit-or-miss Chinese restaurant that also serves sushi...
The ambience is definitely lacking, but locals have kept this strange little restaurant alive for over 30 years...
http://pandanorth.weebly.com
Another local favourite, this place has been in business for over thirty-five years... Located on South Airport Road, between Garfield and LaFranier
http://231-941-5844.atmenu.at
China Fair Restaurant
1357 West South Airport RoadAnother local favourite, this place has been in business for over thirty-five years... Located on South Airport Road, between Garfield and LaFranier
http://231-941-5844.atmenu.at
This is a newer Asian place (comparatively speaking). From the outside it looks undistinguished, to put it mildly; located next to Big Lots, it’s easy to miss or mistake for a store. Inside it has the atmosphere of a rather large cafeteria - but the buffet is the largest in town, and the all-you-can-eat is a pretty good deal if you have a big appetite. They also have an entire section devoted to sushi included in that, as well as Chinese. Takeout is priced by the pound.
Located in the Cherryland Mall on South Airport and Garfield east of LaFranier
Asian Buffet
1146 West South Airport RoadThis is a newer Asian place (comparatively speaking). From the outside it looks undistinguished, to put it mildly; located next to Big Lots, it’s easy to miss or mistake for a store. Inside it has the atmosphere of a rather large cafeteria - but the buffet is the largest in town, and the all-you-can-eat is a pretty good deal if you have a big appetite. They also have an entire section devoted to sushi included in that, as well as Chinese. Takeout is priced by the pound.
Located in the Cherryland Mall on South Airport and Garfield east of LaFranier
This is the Chinese restaurant closest to my house; they used to be an actual restaurant, but now they just do delivery (through DoorDash et al.) and takeou. As far as I’m concerned, they’re tied with one other place (Fu Hua, across town in the Tom’s East Bay Center on Munson/Front Street) for the best takeout and delivery in town.
Their most popular dishes are General Tso’s chicken, Almond Boneless Chicken, And Honey Chicken. They also make really decent spring rolls and Crab Rangoon...
Located on South Airport just west of Garfield and east of LaFranier
Hunan Chinese Restaurant
1425 West South Airport RoadThis is the Chinese restaurant closest to my house; they used to be an actual restaurant, but now they just do delivery (through DoorDash et al.) and takeou. As far as I’m concerned, they’re tied with one other place (Fu Hua, across town in the Tom’s East Bay Center on Munson/Front Street) for the best takeout and delivery in town.
Their most popular dishes are General Tso’s chicken, Almond Boneless Chicken, And Honey Chicken. They also make really decent spring rolls and Crab Rangoon...
Located on South Airport just west of Garfield and east of LaFranier
Tied with TC Hunan for best takeout and delivery in town, this family-owned place doesn’t serve anything BUT takeout and delivery. The most popular dishes are General Yao’s chicken and Broccoli Beef, and they do those extremely well.
http://fuhuachinese.weebly.com
Fu Hua Chinese Take Out
742 Munson AveTied with TC Hunan for best takeout and delivery in town, this family-owned place doesn’t serve anything BUT takeout and delivery. The most popular dishes are General Yao’s chicken and Broccoli Beef, and they do those extremely well.
http://fuhuachinese.weebly.com
This place has been around for over forty years - TC’s answer to IHOP - located at 3980 US 31, across from Meijer...
https://flapjackshack.com
The Original Flap Jack Shack
3980 US-31This place has been around for over forty years - TC’s answer to IHOP - located at 3980 US 31, across from Meijer...
https://flapjackshack.com
They’ve been around over forty years, a local favourite...
https://omeletteshoppe.com
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The Omelette Shoppe
124 Cass StThey’ve been around over forty years, a local favourite...
https://omeletteshoppe.com
A small, homey diner open from 5:30am till 3pm, on East 8th St. just west of Garfield
https://m.facebook.com/Rounds-Restaurant-116268165060300/
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Round's Restaurant
1033 E Eighth StA small, homey diner open from 5:30am till 3pm, on East 8th St. just west of Garfield
https://m.facebook.com/Rounds-Restaurant-116268165060300/
Very close to my house, on South Airport just west of Garfield and east of LaFranier; I’ve never been, but have heard great things...
http://sparkysdinertc.com
Sparky's Diner
1462 West South Airport RoadVery close to my house, on South Airport just west of Garfield and east of LaFranier; I’ve never been, but have heard great things...
http://sparkysdinertc.com
Another one located in The Commons, one I haven’t visited but which has great reviews...
https://www.redspirebrunchhouse.com
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Red Spire Brunch House
Main EntranceAnother one located in The Commons, one I haven’t visited but which has great reviews...
https://www.redspirebrunchhouse.com
They’ve been around for about 25 years - inexpensive diner fare in a charming ambience... On Munson and East 8th Street
https://www.cottagecafetc.com
The Cottage
472 Munson AvenueThey’ve been around for about 25 years - inexpensive diner fare in a charming ambience... On Munson and East 8th Street
https://www.cottagecafetc.com
In downtown TC on Union Street - if you like pasties, this is definitely a must-visit
https://cousinjennyspasties.com
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Cousin Jenny's Cornish Pasties
222 S Union StIn downtown TC on Union Street - if you like pasties, this is definitely a must-visit
https://cousinjennyspasties.com
Another local favourite with a wide variety of bagels, muffins, and a breakfast and lunch menu you might not expect from a place called Big Apple Bagels... located on South Airport just west of Garfield and east of LaFranier
http://bigapplebagels.com
Big Apple Bagels®
1133 E South Airport RdAnother local favourite with a wide variety of bagels, muffins, and a breakfast and lunch menu you might not expect from a place called Big Apple Bagels... located on South Airport just west of Garfield and east of LaFranier
http://bigapplebagels.com
Open 7am to 2pm, on Front Street across from the Bayshore resort (east of downtown), they specialise in breakfast and lunch; a pleasant diner atmosphere with simple, hearty, healthy fare...
http://traversebaycafe.com
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Traverse Bay Café
810 E Front StOpen 7am to 2pm, on Front Street across from the Bayshore resort (east of downtown), they specialise in breakfast and lunch; a pleasant diner atmosphere with simple, hearty, healthy fare...
http://traversebaycafe.com
Farm to table sustainable fare, prepared by Michelin-starred chefs. High priced, intimate setting, great reputation...
https://www.cookshousetc.com/menus
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The Cook's House
115 Wellington StFarm to table sustainable fare, prepared by Michelin-starred chefs. High priced, intimate setting, great reputation...
https://www.cookshousetc.com/menus
These guys make “gourmet burgers” and huge baskets of fries. They also charge a fortune for them, but if you’re up for it, the food is definitely good. Only a few small tables inside and out - probably best for takeout. Be prepared to wait a bit for your order, depending on the time and day…
Oakwood Proper Burgers
These guys make “gourmet burgers” and huge baskets of fries. They also charge a fortune for them, but if you’re up for it, the food is definitely good. Only a few small tables inside and out - probably best for takeout. Be prepared to wait a bit for your order, depending on the time and day…
Arts
Interlochen Center for the Arts
4000 J. Maddy Pkwyhttps://www.interlochen.org
https://www.amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/traverse-city-mi/amc-classic-cherry-blossom-14
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AMC CLASSIC Cherry Blossom 14
3825 Marketplace Cirhttps://www.amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/traverse-city-mi/amc-classic-cherry-blossom-14
State Theatre
233 E Front Sthttps://www.stateandbijou.org
Bijou by the Bay Movie
181 E Grandview Pkwyhttps://www.stateandbijou.org
Old Town Playhouse
148 E Eighth Sthttp://www.oldtownplayhouse.com
Dennos Museum Center
http://www.dennosmuseum.org
Music House Museum
7377 US-31http://www.musichouse.org
Michigan Artists Gallery
317 E Front Sthttps://www.michiganartistsgallery.com
Higher Art Gallery
219 E Front Sthttps://www.higherartgallery.com
Art & Soul Gallery
3311 E Front Sthttps://artandsoultc.com
Sightseeing
Suttons Bay
Northport
Elk Rapids
Peninsula Township
The Eighth Wonder of the World... or at least of Michigan... Tourists and locals alike challenge themselves to climb the dunes at least once in their lives - many do it over and over...
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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
9922 W Front StThe Eighth Wonder of the World... or at least of Michigan... Tourists and locals alike challenge themselves to climb the dunes at least once in their lives - many do it over and over...
Grand Traverse Commons Natural Area
Red DriveWalking tours available
Also known as Logan’s Landing, this park has swans, ducks, and a Chinese restaurant, as well as several shops in the complex. It’s been neglected in recent years, but is still a beautiful location...
https://www.mapquest.com/us/michigan/logans-landing-mall-376882643
Medalie Park
Also known as Logan’s Landing, this park has swans, ducks, and a Chinese restaurant, as well as several shops in the complex. It’s been neglected in recent years, but is still a beautiful location...
https://www.mapquest.com/us/michigan/logans-landing-mall-376882643
Golf
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa
100 Grand Traverse Village BlvdTraverse City Golf & Country Club
1725 S Union StElmbrook Golf Course
1750 Townline RdBay Meadows Family Golf Course
5550 Bay Meadows DrInterlochen Golf Course
10586 US-31Activities
Grand Traverse County Civic Center
1213 W Civic Center DrTurtle Creek Stadium
333 Stadium DrHickory Hills Ski Area
2000 Randolph StMt. Holiday Ski and Recreational Area
3100 Holiday RdGreat Lakes Children's Museum
13240 S W Bay Shore DrGuntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum
11060 US-31Kayak, Bike & Brew
436 W Front StSleeping Bear Dunes-Platte River Campground
5685 Lake Michigan RdTubing available in season
Traverse City Hanggliders
1509 E Eighth StMust arrange ahead of time and be qualified - or take lessons...
Edgecomb's Farm Market
72 W Hammond RdSara Hardy Farmers Market
Cass StreetInterlochen Farmers Market
2112 M-137GALLAGHER'S FARM MARKET AND BAKERY
7237 E Traverse HwyOctober Corn Maze
Pahl's Country Store
11168 M-37Pumpkin patch in October
Ruby Ellen Farm
5946 S Center HwyVasa Trail
Vasa TrailMountain biking and skiing
Einstein Cycles
1990 US-31Mountain bike rentals
The River Outfitters
1910 W South Airport RdRiver expeditions
Up North Expeditions
4589 Buckhorn DrPaddle TC
199 E Grandview PkwyRentals for Platte River
https://canoeplatteriver.com
Also visit in Grayling:
https://www.canoemichigan.com
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Honor Trading Post
8294 Deadstream RdRentals for Platte River
https://canoeplatteriver.com
Also visit in Grayling:
https://www.canoemichigan.com
Beach
Clinch Park
111 E Grandview PkwyBryant Park
1101 Peninsula DrSeasonal
National Cherry Festival
521 S Union StThe Cherry Hut
211 N Michigan AveGhost Farm of Kingsley
5010 Pierce RdHaunted Tour
Jacob's Corn Maze
Michigan 72Rennie Orchards
11221 Monroe RdFall fun activities
Northwestern Michigan Fair
3606 Blair Town Hall RdAutumn fun