Cass Street Retreat Recommends...
Wine/Beer/Spirits
Within walking distance of Cass Street Retreat, this local distillery is a great place to grab a craft cocktail.
42 locals recommend
Traverse City Whiskey Co.
201 E 14th StWithin walking distance of Cass Street Retreat, this local distillery is a great place to grab a craft cocktail.
Another brewery within walking distance from Cass Street Retreat. Nationally known for their creative and off-the wall brews, this brewery has something for everyone--including the kiddos!
61 locals recommend
Right Brain Brewery
225 E Sixteenth StAnother brewery within walking distance from Cass Street Retreat. Nationally known for their creative and off-the wall brews, this brewery has something for everyone--including the kiddos!
A wonderfully charming building, with incredible wine to boot! The staff at this winery are always warm and welcoming, never pretentious or overbearing. They are family friendly, and have both indoor and outdoor seating options.
21 locals recommend
Peninsula Cellars
11480 Center RdA wonderfully charming building, with incredible wine to boot! The staff at this winery are always warm and welcoming, never pretentious or overbearing. They are family friendly, and have both indoor and outdoor seating options.
Neighborhoods
Traverse City
Food scene
Some of the best food and drink in town. While the location is a short drive out of town, it's worth the trip.
8 locals recommend
Smoke and Porter Public House
1752 US-31Some of the best food and drink in town. While the location is a short drive out of town, it's worth the trip.
City advice
Getting around
Plan ahead.
We have a robust local transportation system, but there is not a significant Uber or Lyft presence.
If you're planning on enjoying a local wine or beer tour, we suggest hiring one of the amazing transportation companies below to provide you with a safe driver:
-Grand Traverse Tours
-Traverse City Tours
-TC Wine Girl
What to pack
Be prepared for the weather.
Depending on the season, the weather can change dramatically from morning to night. Make sure to bring layers so you're prepared. The lakeshore temperatures can be different from in town temps, so it's good to be prepared.