Where to Brunch in Traverse City
7 stops · about 4 hours · Updated October 12, 2026
Settle into a brunch morning in Traverse City, MI with pancakes at Randy's Diner, breakfast and cocktails at Sisters, or omelets and quiches at The Omelette Shoppe. Follow your meal with a bakery stop on South Union Street. For coffee afterward, Centre Street Café opens at 11 a.m. on weekdays, while Higher Self Bookstore pairs coffee with books, crystals and incense.
Sit down for brunch
morning
Stop 1
Randy's Diner
4.6(1449)Traverse City
Randy's Diner serves pancakes, French toast and coffee in a casual, cozy neighborhood setting, with a children's menu and outdoor seating.
Stop 2
Sisters
4.6(187)Traverse City
Sisters brings breakfast, brunch, coffee and cocktails to West Front Street, with comfort food and vegetarian options in a casual, cozy setting.
Stop 3
The Omelette Shoppe
4.5(1774)Traverse City
The Omelette Shoppe offers omelets, quiches, pancakes and baked goods, with table service, coffee and a children's menu for a sit-down brunch.
Grab a pastry
morning
Stop 4
Water's Edge Sweet Tooth
4.8(92)Traverse City
Water's Edge Sweet Tooth offers a quick bakery stop on South Union Street, with in-store shopping, takeout and free lot parking.
Stop 5
Romero Baking Co.
4.9(25)Traverse City
Romero Baking Co. offers daily scones, muffins, breads, cookies and brownies, with takeout available for a quick stop on South Union Street.
Finish with coffee
late morning
Stop 6
Centre Street Café
4.8(454)Traverse City
Centre Street Café offers coffee and desserts in a casual, cozy setting, opening at 11 a.m. on weekdays with table service and takeout.
Stop 7
Higher Self Bookstore
4.8(379)Traverse City
Higher Self Bookstore offers coffee alongside metaphysical books, crystals, jewelry and incense, with workshops and classes extending its focus on spiritual exploration.
