Guidebook for Traverse City
Food Scene
Red Ginger
237 E Front StGreat spot for Asian fusion food and cocktails!
Located in The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, which is the unique renovation of dozens of historic buildings formerly known as the Traverse City State Hospital. Definitely a unique experience!
132 locals recommend
Trattoria Stella
830 W Eleventh StLocated in The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, which is the unique renovation of dozens of historic buildings formerly known as the Traverse City State Hospital. Definitely a unique experience!
My favorite place to get a burger. If you like spicy, try the pungi's pepper patty.
45 locals recommend
Slabtown Burgers
826 W Front StMy favorite place to get a burger. If you like spicy, try the pungi's pepper patty.
Bubba's
428 E Front StQuick and casual, great bar food!
My favorite spot for brunch! If the outdoor seating is closed (rainy or closed for the season) then it can fill up quickly so try to go early.
65 locals recommend
The Towne Plaza
203 Cass StMy favorite spot for brunch! If the outdoor seating is closed (rainy or closed for the season) then it can fill up quickly so try to go early.
Another great brunch option that also has a big display counter for pastries to go.
39 locals recommend
Patisserie Amie
Another great brunch option that also has a big display counter for pastries to go.
One of the most upscale restaurants in Traverse City. Definitely recommend for a special or romantic occasion!
54 locals recommend
Boathouse Restaurant
14039 Peninsula DrOne of the most upscale restaurants in Traverse City. Definitely recommend for a special or romantic occasion!
If you feel like taking the drive up to Fish Town, you have to stop by The Cove! Great location on the water and their seafood chowder is awesome and the signature "Chubby Mary" is a unique experience to say the least.
42 locals recommend
The Cove
111 W River StIf you feel like taking the drive up to Fish Town, you have to stop by The Cove! Great location on the water and their seafood chowder is awesome and the signature "Chubby Mary" is a unique experience to say the least.
Another option in Fishtown, the Cheese Shanty serves up great sandwiches to go. There are outdoor tables or you can pack a picnic lunch to take with you, but make sure to get there early before they run out of their signature pretzel bread!
58 locals recommend
Village Cheese Shanty
199 W River StAnother option in Fishtown, the Cheese Shanty serves up great sandwiches to go. There are outdoor tables or you can pack a picnic lunch to take with you, but make sure to get there early before they run out of their signature pretzel bread!
Drinks & Nightlife
Right down the street from the condo, this is an absolute must for any whiskey lovers!
42 locals recommend
Traverse City Whiskey Co.
201 E 14th StRight down the street from the condo, this is an absolute must for any whiskey lovers!
This is a speak-easy type bar located below 7 Monks. Take the elevator down to the basement and enjoy pre-prohibition era cocktails & concoctions.
52 locals recommend
Low Bar
128 S Union StThis is a speak-easy type bar located below 7 Monks. Take the elevator down to the basement and enjoy pre-prohibition era cocktails & concoctions.
A small batch microbrewery with on-site hop garden, beer garden, patio and tasting room. Sit by the fire or play a game of corn hole in their garden while sampling local beers.
116 locals recommend
Hop Lot Brewing Company
658 S W Bay Shore DrA small batch microbrewery with on-site hop garden, beer garden, patio and tasting room. Sit by the fire or play a game of corn hole in their garden while sampling local beers.
With 46 beers on taps and even more available in bottles, this is a beer lover’s paradise. Also a great lunch spot!
74 locals recommend
7 Monks Taproom
128 S Union StWith 46 beers on taps and even more available in bottles, this is a beer lover’s paradise. Also a great lunch spot!
A brewpub located in downtown Traverse City with live music on their deck in the summertime.
85 locals recommend
North Peak Brewing Company
400 W Front StA brewpub located in downtown Traverse City with live music on their deck in the summertime.
A sprawling vineyard on Old Mission Peninsula. Order a glass of wine and a cheese and charcuterie board and then take a stroll through the gardens.
58 locals recommend
Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery
3309 Blue Water RdA sprawling vineyard on Old Mission Peninsula. Order a glass of wine and a cheese and charcuterie board and then take a stroll through the gardens.
A gorgeous 160-acre estate features a winery, Hearth & Vine Cafe, equestrian facility and hiking trails. In addition to multiple tasting bars, they offer wines by the glass and half glass along with a wine-friendly menu on our seasonal Terrace patio.
65 locals recommend
Black Star Farms Suttons Bay
10844 E Revold RdA gorgeous 160-acre estate features a winery, Hearth & Vine Cafe, equestrian facility and hiking trails. In addition to multiple tasting bars, they offer wines by the glass and half glass along with a wine-friendly menu on our seasonal Terrace patio.
If you love sparkling wine like I do, you will LOVE this stop!
80 locals recommend
MAWBY Vineyards and Winery
4519 Elm Valley RdIf you love sparkling wine like I do, you will LOVE this stop!
A unique alternative to your traditional Traverse City wineries and microbreweries, come try a local hard cider!
37 locals recommend
Suttons Bay Ciders
10530 E Hilltop RdA unique alternative to your traditional Traverse City wineries and microbreweries, come try a local hard cider!
This is a great brewery that is located super close to the condo!
61 locals recommend
Right Brain Brewery
225 E Sixteenth StThis is a great brewery that is located super close to the condo!
Entertainment & Activities
This award-winning golf course is located at the Grand Traverse Resort!
16 locals recommend
The Bear Golf Course
100 Valleyway DrThis award-winning golf course is located at the Grand Traverse Resort!
If it's a rainy day or if you're having a quiet night, check to see what movies are out!
56 locals recommend
Bijou by the Bay Movie
181 E Grandview PkwyIf it's a rainy day or if you're having a quiet night, check to see what movies are out!
Parks & Nature
Pyramid Point Trail
Pyramid Point TrailA nice hike with a very rewarding view.
A shallow, sandy lake with a nice beach and warmer water within Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park.
34 locals recommend
North Bar Lake Access
A shallow, sandy lake with a nice beach and warmer water within Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park.
If you are looking for more of a party atmosphere, check out West End Beach in downtown Traverse City!
15 locals recommend
West End Beach
716 W Grandview PkwyIf you are looking for more of a party atmosphere, check out West End Beach in downtown Traverse City!
Arts & Culture
A short drive from Traverse City, be sure to check out their schedule for upcoming events.
117 locals recommend
Interlochen Center for the Arts
4000 J. Maddy PkwyA short drive from Traverse City, be sure to check out their schedule for upcoming events.
Michigan Artists Gallery was named as one of three essential art venues in “100 Best Art Towns in America” for the Grand Traverse area.
Michigan Artists Gallery
317 E Front StMichigan Artists Gallery was named as one of three essential art venues in “100 Best Art Towns in America” for the Grand Traverse area.
Essentials
The trendiest new grocery store in Traverse City. From sushi burritos to all of your gluten-free needs, Lucky's has you covered! They also make great pizza and pre-made food.
17 locals recommend
Lucky's Market
3587 Marketplace CirThe trendiest new grocery store in Traverse City. From sushi burritos to all of your gluten-free needs, Lucky's has you covered! They also make great pizza and pre-made food.
Your nearby, typical grocery store that should be able to cover all of your essentials.
37 locals recommend
Tom's Food Market
13940 S W Bay Shore DrYour nearby, typical grocery store that should be able to cover all of your essentials.
Sightseeing
Take a walk down Front Street and soak in downtown Traverse City! There are TONS of shops, restaurants, and bars to keep you occupied.
7 locals recommend
East Front Street
East Front StreetTake a walk down Front Street and soak in downtown Traverse City! There are TONS of shops, restaurants, and bars to keep you occupied.