Places in Traverse City, MI

Slabtown Burgers

Hamburger · $

Slabtown Burgers is a burger-focused counter-service restaurant at 826 W Front St in Traverse City, MI. Handcrafted patties anchor the menu, with comfort food, coffee and dessert also among its offerings. The setting is colorful, casual and cozy, with a historic feel and a patio for outdoor seating. Lunch and dinner are popular here, and fast service makes it an option for a quick bite or a meal on your own. Dine-in, takeout and delivery are available; there is no table service, and reservations are not accepted. The restaurant welcomes families and children, with high chairs and a children’s menu available, and is also popular with students and tourists. Dogs are allowed outside. Free lot and street parking are available, along with wheelchair-accessible parking, an accessible entrance, seating and a restroom. Slabtown Burgers has a Google rating of 4.8 from 3,332 reviews.

Firefly Restaurant

Eclectic · $$

Firefly Restaurant at 310 Cass St in Traverse City, MI serves an eclectic menu centered on small, shareable plates, including creative sushi and fondue. Lunch and dinner service cover comfort food, vegetarian and vegan options, with dessert and late-night food also available. The on-site bar serves beer, wine, cocktails and liquor, and happy hour includes both food and drinks. The atmosphere is casual and lively, with upscale elements. The restaurant welcomes families, groups and solo diners, and is popular with students and tourists. A children’s menu and high chairs are available, while outdoor seating allows dogs. Guests can dine in with table service or use takeout, delivery and curbside pickup. The entrance, seating, restroom and parking are wheelchair accessible. Paid lot and street parking are available, and the restaurant does not accept reservations.

Poppycocks

New American · $$

Poppycocks is a New American restaurant at 128 E Front St in Traverse City, MI, serving lunch, dinner, and dessert. Its dinner-and-drinks focus includes live jazz and a large martini menu, with beer, wine, and other cocktails available at the on-site bar. Food offerings include comfort food, small plates, and vegetarian and vegan options. The atmosphere is described as casual and cozy, and the restaurant is popular for both lunch and dinner, including solo dining. Families are welcome, with a children’s menu and high chairs available. Guests can dine inside or use outdoor seating, and takeout is offered; delivery is not. Reservations are accepted and recommended for dinner. Paid street parking is available, and the restaurant lists wheelchair-accessible parking, an entrance, seating, and a restroom. Poppycocks has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 2,151 reviews.

Oakwood Proper Burgers

Hamburger · $$

Oakwood Proper Burgers is a women-owned restaurant at 1108 E Eighth St in Traverse City, MI, serving burgers and fries in a relaxed setting with a trendy, vintage feel. The atmosphere is casual and cozy, with a fireplace, counter service, and indoor and outdoor seating. Lunch and dinner are popular occasions to visit, and the restaurant also serves breakfast, brunch, and dessert. Vegetarian options are available, along with coffee, beer, wine, cocktails, and happy-hour drinks from an onsite bar. Diners can eat in, order takeout, or use curbside pickup; delivery and reservations are not available. The restaurant welcomes families and groups, provides high chairs, and allows dogs outside. It is LGBTQ-welcoming and listed as a transgender safe space. The entrance, parking, seating, and restroom are wheelchair accessible, and free onsite and street parking are available. Google lists a 4.9 rating from 1,567 reviews.

Taproot Cider House

Restaurant · $$

Taproot Cider House at 300 E Front St #104 in Traverse City, MI serves local hard ciders and cocktails alongside farm-to-table fare in a casual, cozy, rustic tavern setting. The food offerings include comfort food, small plates, and healthy, organic, vegan, and vegetarian options. Brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert are available, with lunch and dinner listed among its popular uses. The onsite bar also serves beer, wine, liquor, and happy-hour drinks, and the restaurant hosts live music. Guests can dine inside or use the outdoor seating, where dogs are allowed. Taproot accepts reservations and offers table service and takeout, but not delivery. It accommodates groups, solo diners, and families, with a children’s menu and high chairs available. The entrance, parking, seating, and restroom are wheelchair accessible. Paid lot and street parking are listed, and the restaurant accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile NFC payments. Its Google rating is 4.6 from 1,559 reviews.

The Filling Station Microbrewery

Pizza · $$

The Filling Station Microbrewery occupies a vintage train depot at 642 Railroad Pl in Traverse City, MI. Flatbreads and salads anchor the food description, paired with house-brewed beers. The setting is casual and cozy, with a historic character tied to the depot. Lunch and dinner are popular here, and the offerings also include comfort food, small plates, desserts, and late-night food. Vegetarian and vegan options are available. Guests can dine inside, use outdoor seating, or order takeout. Dogs are allowed outside, and the restaurant welcomes children with a children’s menu and high chairs. It is suitable for groups and solo diners and is popular with students and tourists. Both counter service and table service are listed, but reservations are not accepted. The entrance, parking, restroom, and seating are wheelchair accessible. Parking options include free lot parking, free street parking, and paid lot parking. Its Google rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 1,497 reviews.

Randy's Diner

Breakfast · $

Randy's Diner is a casual neighborhood restaurant at 1120 Carver St in Traverse City, MI. Its menu includes pancakes, French toast, burgers and meatloaf, with comfort food, small plates and organic offerings among its listed options. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, as well as dessert and coffee. The atmosphere is described as casual and cozy, and breakfast, lunch and dinner are all listed as popular reasons to visit. Its Google rating is 4.6 from 1,449 reviews. The diner welcomes families and groups and is also listed as suitable for solo dining and popular with tourists. A children's menu and high chairs are available. Guests can dine in, use outdoor seating, order takeout or get delivery, and the restaurant accepts reservations. Practical amenities include a free parking lot, Wi-Fi and a restroom. The entrance, parking, restroom and seating are wheelchair accessible. Credit cards, debit cards and checks are accepted.

Rare Bird Brewpub

Brewpub · $$

Rare Bird Brewpub occupies a restored building at 229 Lake Ave in Traverse City, MI, with an industrial setting and a casual, cozy atmosphere. House and regional beers anchor the drinks selection, which also includes cocktails, wine and liquor. The food offering is seasonal, with food served at the bar as well as table service, and dessert is available. A fireplace, outdoor seating, live performances and trivia nights round out the setting. The women-owned and LGBTQ-owned restaurant welcomes LGBTQ guests and identifies as a transgender safe space. Solo diners are welcome, while families have access to a children’s menu and high chairs. Dogs are allowed outside. The entrance, parking, restroom and seating are wheelchair accessible, and both free and paid street parking are listed. Dine-in and takeout are available, but delivery and reservations are not. Rare Bird Brewpub has a Google rating of 4.5 from 1,278 reviews.

The Towne Plaza

American · $$

The Towne Plaza is a contemporary restaurant at 203 Cass St in Traverse City, MI, with a seasonal, pork-centric menu and a leafy outdoor seating area. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert, with table service and takeout available. Alongside its pork focus, the offerings include comfort food, small plates, and vegan, vegetarian, organic, and healthy options. An on-site bar serves beer, wine, cocktails, and liquor, and coffee is also available. The atmosphere combines casual and cozy elements with an upscale feel. The restaurant accommodates groups and solo diners, welcomes children, and provides high chairs; dogs are allowed outside. Reservations are accepted and recommended for brunch and dinner. Wheelchair-accessible features include the entrance, seating, restroom, and parking, while both free and paid street parking are listed. Delivery is not available. The Towne Plaza has a Google rating of 4.7 from 1,113 reviews.

Brady's Bar

Restaurant · $

Brady's Bar is a women- and veteran-owned neighborhood bar at 401 S Union St in Traverse City, MI. Its American food offerings range from breakfast to pizza, burgers and wings, with food served late and available at the bar. Beer, cocktails, wine and liquor are served, along with happy-hour food and drinks. The atmosphere is casual and cozy, with seating for groups as well as solo diners; children are welcome. Bar games, live music and other live performances are among the features, and the bar is suitable for watching sports. Guests can dine indoors or use outdoor seating, with table service, takeout and delivery available. The entrance, parking, restroom and seating are wheelchair accessible. Parking options include a free lot and both free and paid street parking. Credit cards, debit cards and mobile NFC payments are accepted, and Wi-Fi is available. Brady's does not accept reservations.

Traverse City Whiskey Co. - The Stillhouse

Distillery · $$

Traverse City Whiskey Co. - The Stillhouse is a craft distillery at 201 E Fourteenth St in Traverse City, MI. Listed in the date-night restaurant category, it centers on artisanal whiskey cocktails and distillery tours. The space has a rustic setting and a patio, giving visitors both an indoor setting and an outdoor option. Its Google rating is 4.8 out of 5, based on 832 reviews. For those considering it for a date night, the documented offerings are whiskey cocktails, tours, and the distillery setting; the provided information does not describe a food menu. Practical amenities include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restroom, and seating, along with a unisex restroom. Listed parking options include free street parking, free and paid parking lots, and on-site parking. Credit and debit cards are accepted.

The Coin Slot

Bar · $

The Coin Slot is a bar at 346 E Front St in Traverse City, MI, combining a full bar with pinball machines, arcade games, and billiards in a casual, low-key setting. Its drinks selection includes more than 200 rotating cans and drafts, along with cocktails, liquor, and wine. Food is available at the bar, and happy-hour drinks are among its offerings. Games are a central feature, with trivia nights, live music, live performances, and sports viewing also listed. The space includes outdoor and rooftop seating and welcomes groups, LGBTQ guests, and dogs. Children are welcome, though the bar is restricted to guests 21 and older after 9 p.m. The entrance and restroom are wheelchair accessible, and a unisex restroom is available. Both free and paid street parking are listed. Dine-in and takeout are offered, but delivery, reservations, and table service are not.

The Parlor TC

Restaurant · $$

The Parlor TC is a restaurant and bar at 205 Lake Ave in Traverse City, MI, serving craft cocktails and American small plates in a warehouse space with exposed beams. Its atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and hip, with a romantic feel as well. Beer, wine, and liquor round out the drinks offerings, and food is available at the bar. Happy-hour food and drinks are also offered. Live music, live performances, trivia nights, and bar games are among the listed features. The restaurant accommodates groups and solo diners, welcomes children, and accepts reservations. Seating options include outdoor seating and a private dining room, alongside table service. For those eating elsewhere, takeout, delivery, and no-contact delivery are available. The entrance, parking, restroom, and seating are wheelchair accessible. Listed parking options include free and paid lots, plus paid street parking. The Parlor TC has a Google rating of 4.6 from 814 reviews.

Right Brain Brewery

Brewery

Reflect Bistro

Eclectic · $$

Reflect Bistro is a modern hotel restaurant at 255 Munson Ave US31 in Traverse City, MI, serving locally sourced American fare and a variety of regional wines. Its dining options span breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, with comfort food, small plates, healthy options and desserts among the offerings. An on-site bar serves beer, cocktails and wine, and both food and drinks are available for happy hour. The setting is described as casual, cozy and quiet, with upscale touches and a fireplace. The restaurant welcomes families and groups, while also accommodating solo diners. Children’s menus and high chairs are available, and dogs are allowed outside. Reservations are accepted and recommended for brunch and dinner. Diners can choose table service or takeout, but delivery is not offered. Free parking is available in a lot and on the street, and the entrance, parking, seating and restroom are wheelchair accessible. Reflect Bistro has a Google rating of 4.6 from 643 reviews.

MiddleCoast

Restaurant · $

MiddleCoast is a restaurant and beer hall at 329 E State St, Unit 2, in Traverse City, MI. Its changing selection of locally crafted brews is central to the drinks lineup, which also includes cocktails, wine, and liquor. Food is available at the bar, and happy-hour offerings cover both food and drinks. The setting is casual, with table service, outdoor tables, and a private dining room. Guests can dine in or order takeout or delivery. Live music, live performances, trivia nights, and arcade games add to the beer hall’s offerings, and it is also suited to watching sports. MiddleCoast accommodates groups and solo diners, accepts reservations, and welcomes dogs. It is listed as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space. The entrance, parking, restroom, and seating are wheelchair accessible. Free and paid street parking, along with paid lot and garage parking, are listed among the parking options.

The Workshop Brewing Company

Brewery · $

The Workshop Brewing Company is a restaurant at 221 Garland St in Traverse City, MI, with beer, alcohol, and an on-site bar. Its stated mission centers on preserving Northern Michigan’s natural environment, strengthening the community in Traverse City, MI, and honoring traditional craft. The business represents those commitments with its Trifidelity symbol and the motto “Nature. Community. Craft.” It describes success as making demonstrable, sustainable progress on all three commitments. The business is women-owned and LGBTQ-owned, welcomes LGBTQ guests, and identifies as a transgender safe space. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restroom, and seating. Listed parking options include free and paid lots, along with paid street parking. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. On-site service is available, but delivery is not. Its Google listing has a 4.5-star rating from 543 reviews and a price level of 1.

Artisan Restaurant Traverse City

Fine Dining

Artisan Restaurant Traverse City, MI is a fine dining restaurant at 615 E Front St in downtown Traverse City, MI. Its kitchen focuses on seasonal cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients, using modern techniques and considered presentation. A sommelier-driven wine program and craft cocktails accompany an intentionally paced dining experience. The atmosphere is described as quiet, cozy, romantic, and upscale, with a fireplace among its features. The restaurant offers dinner, small plates, and dessert, along with vegetarian and vegan options. Outdoor seating, an on-site bar, and a private dining room provide several settings for a meal, and live music is among the listed features. Reservations are accepted and recommended for dinner. Groups and solo diners are accommodated, while families have access to a children’s menu, high chairs, and changing tables. There is a free parking lot, plus wheelchair-accessible parking, an entrance, seating, and a restroom. Takeout is available, but delivery is not.

Lil Bo Bar and Restaurant

Restaurant · $$

Lil Bo Bar and Restaurant is a family-run neighborhood spot at 540 W Front St in downtown Traverse City, MI. Its food centers on award-winning chili, po’ boys and homestyle comfort food, served in a casual setting with a nostalgic interior described as dating back 92 years. The bar offers beer, wine and liquor, along with a specialty cocktail menu that changes with the seasons. Happy hour includes both food and drink specials. Live music, karaoke, trivia and sports viewing are among the activities here, with a free indoor pool table available for the chillier months. In summer, the outdoor setup includes a food truck, beer trailer and retro patio with Astro turf and lawn chairs. Lil Bo offers table service, food at the bar and takeout, but not delivery or reservations. The entrance, parking and restroom are wheelchair accessible, and parking options include free street parking, a free lot and a paid lot.

Cellar & Flame Steakhouse

Steak · $$

Cellar & Flame Steakhouse is a women- and veteran-owned restaurant at 155 Garland St in downtown Traverse City, MI. Its menu centers on hand-trimmed premium steaks and wood-fired cooking, with seafood and seasonal features alongside small plates and vegetarian offerings. A curated wine cellar, cocktails, and an on-site bar are part of the setup. The dining room has an intimate, upscale atmosphere and a fireplace, with date nights, celebrations, and client dinners among the occasions the restaurant is designed to serve. Dinner is a focus, and reservations are accepted and recommended for the evening meal. The restaurant accommodates groups and solo diners, and a private dining room is available. Guests can dine in with table service or use takeout and delivery; catering is also offered. Both free and paid parking lots are listed, along with wheelchair-accessible parking, an entrance, seating, and a restroom. Cellar & Flame has a Google rating of 4.5 from 418 reviews.

SideTraxx Dance Bar

Gay bar · $

SideTraxx Dance Bar is an unassuming, gay-friendly bar and dance spot at 520 Franklin St in Traverse City, MI. DJs, music videos and dancing are central features, alongside drag shows, karaoke nights and live performances. The atmosphere is listed as casual and hip, with bar games and a patio providing options beyond the dance floor. The bar welcomes LGBTQ guests, identifies as a transgender safe space and is suitable for groups. It is also listed as popular with tourists. The drinks selection includes beer, cocktails, liquor and wine, with happy-hour drinks available. Outside food is allowed, and there is both indoor seating and outdoor seating. Dogs are welcome. Practical amenities include Wi-Fi, free parking in a lot and on the street, plus a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking and restroom. Credit cards, debit cards and mobile NFC payments are accepted. SideTraxx does not accept reservations or offer table service.

Grand Traverse Distillery Tasting Room

Distillery · $$

Grand Traverse Distillery Tasting Room is a bar and local craft distillery at 215 E Front St in Traverse City, MI. Its offerings include tastings, cocktails, and bottle sales, giving visitors the option to sample spirits, have a cocktail, or purchase a bottle. The business has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 379 reviews. For those looking at local distillery options, the tasting room brings those three services together at one address. The business welcomes LGBTQ visitors and lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible parking, and a wheelchair-accessible restroom. A unisex restroom is also available. Listed parking options include both free and paid street parking, along with paid garage and paid lot parking. Credit and debit cards are accepted. These practical details are useful for planning a visit, whether the purpose is a tasting, a cocktail, or a bottle purchase.

Thirsty Fish Sports Grille

Restaurant · $$

Thirsty Fish Sports Grille at 221 E State St in Traverse City, MI is a casual sports bar with an outdoor patio bar and a 600-gallon fish tank. Listed as a date-night restaurant, it also accommodates groups, solo diners and families with children. Sports viewing, Keno and live music are part of the setting, with live bands on Friday and Saturday nights seasonally. The bar serves beer, wine, cocktails and liquor, along with happy-hour food and drinks. Lunch and dinner offerings include comfort food, small plates and late-night food; dessert and coffee are also available. Guests can dine in or order takeout, and reservations are accepted. Dogs are allowed outside, while families have access to high chairs and a children’s menu. The entrance, parking, seating and restroom are wheelchair accessible. Paid lot and street parking are available. The business is listed as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space.

Raduno

Restaurant · $$

Raduno is a local deli and café at 545 E Eighth St in Traverse City, MI. Its food selection includes house-made pasta, salads, sausages and pâtés, alongside coffee drinks and desserts. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, with counter service, indoor seating and outdoor seating. Its atmosphere is described as casual, cozy and quiet, and it is listed as popular for lunch, dinner and solo dining. Offerings include comfort food, small plates, and vegan, vegetarian and organic options. Dine-in and takeout are available, as is catering; delivery is not offered. Raduno accepts reservations and welcomes children, with high chairs available. Dogs are allowed outside. A free parking lot and wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restroom and seating are listed among its amenities. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted. The restaurant has a Google rating of 4.7 from 346 reviews.

Mammoth Distilling Cocktail Lounge

Distillery

Mammoth Distilling Cocktail Lounge is a bar at 332 E Front St in Traverse City, MI. Its stated offerings center on sampling craft spirits, having a cocktail, and purchasing a bottle to take home. Those options give visitors a choice between trying spirits at the lounge and buying a bottle for later. The business has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 339 reviews. For visitors planning a stop, the listed amenities include free parking in a lot and free street parking. The lounge also lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible parking, and a wheelchair-accessible restroom. Credit cards and debit cards are accepted. Together, these details cover parking, accessibility, and payment arrangements for a visit to this Front Street cocktail lounge.

Millie and Pepper

Restaurant · $$

Millie and Pepper is a women-owned restaurant and boutique at 120 S Union St in Traverse City, MI. The snug, casual space serves crepes, bubble waffles, smoothies and specialty teas, with coffee also noted among its highlights. Breakfast and lunch are popular here, and the restaurant also serves brunch, dinner and dessert. Its offerings include comfort food, small plates, and vegan and vegetarian options. An onsite bar serves cocktails, wine and other alcoholic drinks, including happy-hour drinks. Counter service, indoor seating and outdoor seating give diners several ways to visit, while takeout and delivery are also available. The restaurant welcomes families and children, is LGBTQ-friendly and identifies as a transgender safe space. It is also listed as suitable for solo dining. Practical features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating and restroom, along with a unisex restroom and Wi-Fi. Reservations are accepted, and paid street parking is available.

North Bar TC

Cocktail bar · $$

North Bar TC is an upper-level bar at 160 E Front St in Traverse City, MI. Its Google description identifies it as downtown’s only year-round rooftop bar, and its listed seating options include both rooftop and outdoor seating. The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and hip, with a setting suited to groups and popular with tourists. Beer and cocktails are highlighted among the offerings, which also include wine, liquor, and food served at the bar. Live music, live performances, bar games, and sports viewing are among the listed features. North Bar TC offers dine-in service, table service, and a private dining room; it is also listed as suitable for solo dining. It does not accept reservations or offer takeout or delivery. Paid garage, lot, and street parking are listed, along with wheelchair-accessible parking, an accessible entrance, restroom, and seating. Credit and debit cards are accepted, and Wi-Fi is available.

Sail Inn Bar & Grill

Bar · $

Sail Inn Bar & Grill is a dive bar at 1104 Barlow St in Traverse City, MI, with a casual atmosphere and options for both groups and solo dining. Beer, cocktails, liquor and wine are served alongside food, including food at the bar. Happy-hour offerings include both drinks and food. Seating and table service are available, as are outdoor seating, dine-in service and takeout. The bar does not offer delivery or accept reservations. Entertainment includes karaoke nights, live music, live performances and dancing, plus arcade games and other bar games. It is also listed as suitable for watching sports, with fast service among its noted features. Free parking is available in a lot and on the street. The entrance, parking and restroom are wheelchair accessible, and payment options include credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments. Its Google rating is 3.9 out of 5 from 271 reviews.

Minervas Restaurant & Bar

American · $$

Minervas Restaurant & Bar at 300 E State St in Traverse City, MI is an American grill serving grilled fare and seafood in white-tablecloth surroundings. The restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with lunch and dinner listed among its popular uses. Its offerings include comfort food, small plates, vegetarian options, and choices described as healthy. An on-site bar serves beer, wine, cocktails, and liquor, with both food and drinks available for happy hour. Dessert and late-night food are also offered. The setting combines casual and upscale elements, with a quiet, cozy atmosphere. Minervas welcomes families and groups, provides a children’s menu and high chairs, and has a private dining room. Reservations are accepted, and guests can choose indoor dining, outdoor seating, or takeout; delivery is not available. Dogs are allowed outside. Practical features include a free parking lot, paid street parking, and wheelchair-accessible entrances, parking, seating, and restrooms. The restaurant also offers catering and Wi-Fi.

H&L Social Rooftop Bar and Eatery

Restaurant · $

H&L Social Rooftop Bar and Eatery sits atop Hotel Indigo at 263 W Grandview Pkwy in downtown Traverse City, MI. Refreshed in 2025, the rooftop bar and lounge has views of Grand Traverse Bay, outdoor seating, and lively music. Cocktails and shareable small plates are central to its offerings, alongside beer, wine, liquor, and coffee. It serves lunch, dinner, and dessert in a casual setting, with options for groups and solo diners. Dining is on-site, with counter service rather than table service; reservations and takeout are not available. A children’s menu, high chairs, and changing tables are listed among the amenities, along with Wi-Fi. The entrance, parking, restroom, and seating are wheelchair accessible. Parking options include free and paid street parking, as well as valet service. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted.

Tc Franklin house

Wine bar

Tc Franklin house is a bar listed at 115 Franklin St in Traverse City, MI 49686. Its name, category, and street address are the main details available in the supplied information. For readers looking up the business, the Franklin Street address is the clearest point of reference. The listing also includes a Street View thumbnail link, but no written description of the business. The available information does not include a menu, drink selection, opening hours, or price level. It also provides no Google rating or review count, so there is no basis here for describing customer impressions or popularity. Beyond identifying Tc Franklin house as a bar in Traverse City, MI, the supplied facts do not establish its atmosphere, amenities, or particular specialties.