These are experiences, shops, and places to eat that I highly recommend in my hometown of Traverse City!
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Food and Drinks
If you're looking for quick, delicious wings, I highly recommend. Everyone is very friendly, and there is something for everyone on the menu.
Detroit Wing Company
Amazing food and pies! A great spot for lunch.
Traverse City (Original)
The best sushi I've had in traverse
Umai Eats
Delicious Italian food on front street
The Flying Noodle - Italian Pasta House
Amazing food. I love to sit out on the patio for quick tacos and churros during summer
Mama Lu's - A Modern Day Taco Shop
If you're in Traverse and you want somewhere that stays open past 8pm, u & i is the place for you. Great food and drinks.
U & I Lounge
Delicious food and a gorgeous view of the bay. A nice fishing cabin feel inside
Harrington's By The Bay
Experiences
Beautiful art gallery that showcases the beauty of Northern Michigan and the college campus.
Dennos Museum Center
The coin slot is an arcade, bar, and multiple food stops all in one! Plenty of food and drink options. This place is full of classic arcade games and pinball machines! Don't forget to check out the record store, Eugenes, in the basement!
The Coin Slot
A short hike through the woods by the state hospital leads you to this iconic hangout site!
The Hippie Tree in Traverse City
The old state hospital is now home to many shops and restaurants. I highly recommend exploring the building!
The Village at Grand Traverse Commons
Walking or biking on the TART trail is a favorite summer/fall/spring activity
TART - Traverse City
Shops
Amazing 2 story bookstore with a little bit of everything. The café is pretty great too!
Horizon Books
My all time favorite resale shop in Traverse City. Vendors put so much work into curating beautiful, unique booths. There are locations on both Front and Fourteenth Street!
Penny Lane
All of the cherry goodies you could ever need! This place is worth the hype, and there are plenty of samples to test what you like. I love the cherry pepper jelly and the chocolate cherries!
Visit Our Traverse City, Michigan Store
If you need to grocery shop and you're a lover of organic foods and items, I highly recommend Oryana. They also have some pretty amazing hot foods and drinks.
