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Great Lakes Chocolate & Dessert Co.

4.8(83)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 83 reviews (Google rating)Ice Cream Shop
(231) 421-1226 Directions greatlakeschocolate.co

Quick facts

Great Lakes Chocolate & Dessert Co. is a ice cream shop at 819 S Garfield Ave in Traverse City, MI, open Mon and Tue from undefined. Call +1231-421-1226 for details.

Address
819 S Garfield Ave, Traverse City, MI 49686
Phone
+1231-421-1226
Hours today
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About Great Lakes Chocolate & Dessert Co.

Great Lakes Chocolate & Dessert Co. is a women-owned small business at 819 S Garfield Ave in Traverse City, MI. Listed as an ice cream shop, the business describes its focus as handcrafted chocolates and desserts made with single-origin, organic cacao beans sourced from countries around the world. Its stated approach is bean-to-bar chocolate rather than mass production. The shop has a Google rating of 4.8 from 83 reviews.

In-store shopping, on-site services, and takeout are available, and the shop is listed as suitable for a quick visit. There is a free parking lot, along with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and seating. Payment options include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. For visitors planning a stop, two practical limits are worth noting: delivery is not available, and there is no restroom listed among the shop’s amenities.

Known for

  • Handcrafted bean-to-bar chocolate
  • Single-origin, organic cacao beans
  • Handcrafted desserts
  • Women-owned small business
  • In-store shopping and takeout

Popular times

Usually busy right now · Typical visit volume reported by Google.

Mon

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 57 of 100, 11a: 54 of 100, 12p: 40 of 100, 1p: 36 of 100, 2p: 54 of 100, 3p: 52 of 100, 4p: 56 of 100, 5p: 47 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Tue

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 56 of 100, 11a: 57 of 100, 12p: 68 of 100, 1p: 66 of 100, 2p: 64 of 100, 3p: 66 of 100, 4p: 68 of 100, 5p: 73 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Wed

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 47 of 100, 11a: 61 of 100, 12p: 61 of 100, 1p: 63 of 100, 2p: 52 of 100, 3p: 73 of 100, 4p: 64 of 100, 5p: 71 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Thu

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 56 of 100, 11a: 73 of 100, 12p: 71 of 100, 1p: 75 of 100, 2p: 61 of 100, 3p: 68 of 100, 4p: 63 of 100, 5p: 70 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Fri

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 70 of 100, 11a: 68 of 100, 12p: 70 of 100, 1p: 68 of 100, 2p: 84 of 100, 3p: 91 of 100, 4p: 92 of 100, 5p: 73 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sat

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 78 of 100, 11a: 100 of 100, 12p: 75 of 100, 1p: 64 of 100, 2p: 71 of 100, 3p: 87 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Google rating breakdown

83 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

  • 5★78
  • 4★1
  • 3★0
  • 2★1
  • 1★3

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

  • truffles×10
  • cheesecake×10
  • scones×3
  • tiramisu×3
  • chocolate tea×3
  • chocolate desserts×3
  • local hand crafted chocolate×3
  • bean to bar×2
  • carrot cake×2
  • roasted cocoa nibs×2

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What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “What a fantastic choice we made having Great Lakes Chocolate & Dessert supply the dessert table at my daughter's wedding. It was fabulous! Communication with the owner/business was terrific and timely, wedding guests absolutely swarmed t…”

    — Beth Friend, August 6, 2026 · google

  • “We ordered a variety of petite desserts from Great Lakes Chocolate Company for our corporate customer appreciation event, and they were easily one of the highlights of the evening. Not only was the display absolutely beautiful, but every…”

    — Olivia Hudak, July 26, 2026 · google

  • “Was recommended so we traveled to the store. They were closed even though the sign said that they should be open. Very disappointing! Zero recommendations!!!”

    — Kathy Hyde, July 26, 2026 · google

  • “The best Tiramisu ever! They also offer incredible lattes. The staff is wonderful, and the selection is great.”

    — Aidan Burley, July 20, 2026 · google

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Great Lakes Chocolate & Dessert Co. — frequently asked

Is Great Lakes Chocolate & Dessert Co. open on Mondays?
Yes — Great Lakes Chocolate & Dessert Co. is open Monday from undefined to undefined.
Where is Great Lakes Chocolate & Dessert Co.?
Great Lakes Chocolate & Dessert Co. is at 819 S Garfield Ave, Traverse City, MI 49686.
What is the phone number for Great Lakes Chocolate & Dessert Co.?
You can reach Great Lakes Chocolate & Dessert Co. on +1231-421-1226.

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