Traverse City is one of my favorite cities to visit especially in the summer and fall! Be sure to check out these recommendations for food, accommodations and activities.
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Restaurants
Traverse City has some amazing restaurants! These are my favorites that I try to visit everytime I'm in town.
A MUST! A wonderful, seasonal farm-to-table menu with produce grown on site! There's a little store to buy produce, prepared items, accessories, and more!
Farm Club
A small plates style restaurant with a seasonally inspired menu! It's very small so I HIGHLY recommend reservations!
modern bird restaurant traverse city, mi
Known for locally focused global inspired menu and local ciders and beers! Great location as well!
Taproot Cider House
The cozy atmosphere is great for a date night! Great Italian food and the menu is perfect for sharing! Centrally located on Front Street in the middle of all the shops and activities!
The Flying Noodle | Italian Pasta House | Traverse City, MI
Great location on Front Street in the middle of the action. Wonderful Mexican food and small plates that are great for sharing! It is very small so I recommend reservations if possible!
Mama Lu's Taco Shop | Traverse City, MI
Wonderful breakfast menu with traditonal options! A few locations depending on what is most conveniet to you!
The Omelette Shoppe | Breakfast & Lunch
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Wonderful bread and pastry options. Great spot for a quick breakfast as well - the egg sandwiches are awesome!
Common Good Bakery
Such a unique breakfast menu! The food is delicious but I would not recommend for picky or traditional eaters
Sugar2Salt - A Breakfast Restaurant and Catering Company
A little out of the way but a great farm stand/bakery/restaurant! Lots of fresh produce and ready made items available for purchase!
9 Bean Rows
In the heart of Old Mission Peninsula. Great food and coffee
Mission Proper
I FINALLY made it to Cooks House and it did not disappoint! It was an amazing dining experience! This restaurant is tiny so reservations are a MUST and be sure to book well in advance!
The Cooks’ House
Accomodations
Great location on the water in East Bay! A fun, outdoor bar & restaurant too!
ALEXANDRA INN Traverse City, MI
Great location and wonderful views!
Delamar Hotel Traverse City | Official Site
Things To Do
Beach access just off of Front Street in the heart of downtown. Splash pad, concession stand, and some beach rentals on site.
Clinch Park | Traverse City, MI
Explore some of the wineries in the area!
Wineries in Traverse City | Wine Tours & Wine Tastings
Boat & jet ski rental at Sugar Beach, Grand Beach, and West Bay and will also deliver if needed
Watersports Rentals in Northern Michigan
Coffee
Great location on Front Street with wonderful coffee and pastry options!
Outpost
A few different locations depending on what is convenient to you. Great coffee and a great place to work if needed
Mundos Roasting & Co.
Cool vibe and great location on Front Street!
Espresso Bay
New to TC and a wonderful space with great coffee!
