This Weekend in Traverse City, MI

What's on over the next few days.

Places for this weekend

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.
The Little Fleet
4.6(2,330)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 2330 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant
The Little Fleet at 448 E Front St in Traverse City, MI brings together a fixed collection of food trucks, a bar and outdoor seating. The trucks offer an eclectic range of food, while the bar serves beer, wine, cocktails and liquor, with food also available at the bar. Happy-hour food and drinks are among the offerings. The setting is casual and cozy, with live music, live performances and options for watching sports. The Little Fleet welcomes children and dogs, accommodates groups and is also suited to solo dining. It is LGBTQ-welcoming and listed as a transgender safe space. Dine-in and takeout are available, but delivery, reservations and table service are not. The entrance, seating, restroom and parking include wheelchair-accessible options. Other practical features include Wi-Fi, free and paid street parking, and a paid parking lot. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted.
Taproot Cider House
4.6(1,559)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 1559 reviews (Google rating)
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.
7 Monks Taproom
4.5(1,443)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 1443 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant
7 Monks Taproom is a restaurant and tavern at 128 S Union St in Traverse City, MI, with a cozy, woodsy setting and a casual atmosphere. Its menu is described as refined American pub food, while the drinks selection includes 46 beers on tap, wine from kegs, cocktails and liquor. Food is served at the bar as well as through table service, and happy-hour offerings include both food and drinks. The taproom accommodates groups and solo diners, is popular with tourists, and offers a setting for watching sports. Outdoor seating, dine-in service and takeout are available, but delivery and reservations are not. The entrance, seating, restroom and parking include wheelchair-accessible options. Other practical features include Wi-Fi, free and paid street parking, and payment by credit card, debit card or NFC mobile payment. Its Google rating is 4.5 stars across 1,443 reviews.
U & I Lounge
4.5(1,303)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 1303 reviews (Google rating)
Lounge bar
U & I Lounge is a bar at 214 E Front St in Traverse City, MI, serving Greek and American pub food in a casual, cozy neighborhood setting. TVs show sports, and food is available at the bar as well as through dine-in service, takeout and delivery. The drinks selection includes beer, cocktails, liquor and wine, with happy-hour offerings covering both food and drinks. Trivia nights, bar games and dancing add to the activities beyond eating and watching sports. The lounge is listed as suitable for groups and solo dining, and popular with tourists. On-site parking is available, with both free and paid lot and street parking listed among the options. Accessibility features include wheelchair-accessible parking and a wheelchair-accessible restroom. Credit cards, debit cards and mobile NFC payments are accepted. Its Google rating is 4.5 stars from 1,303 reviews.
Brady's Bar
4.4(983)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 983 reviews (Google rating)
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.
The Coin Slot
4.5(818)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 818 reviews (Google rating)
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
4.6(814)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 814 reviews (Google rating)
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
4.6(790)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 790 reviews (Google rating)
Brewery
India Garden
4.7(716)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 716 reviews (Google rating)
Indian restaurant
India Garden is an Indian restaurant at 303 E State St in Traverse City, MI. Its Google description calls it the first authentic Indian restaurant in town, and its listing has a 4.7 rating from 716 reviews. Open for lunch and dinner, it offers table service in a setting described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with romantic and hip atmosphere attributes also listed. It is popular for both midday and evening meals and is suited to solo diners and groups. Children are welcome, and reservations are accepted. The listed offerings include vegetarian and vegan options, small plates, comfort food, healthy choices, coffee, and dessert. Beyond dining in, customers can use takeout, delivery, or curbside pickup, and catering is available. Wheelchair-accessible features include the entrance, parking, restroom, and seating. Listed parking options are paid garage, lot, and street parking. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted.
Low Bar
4.7(694)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 694 reviews (Google rating)
Cocktail bar
Low Bar, at 128 S Union St in Traverse City, MI, takes its inspiration from pre-Prohibition bars and offers an extensive selection of rare spirits. Its atmosphere combines casual and cozy qualities with an upscale, romantic setting. Cocktails and wine are noted strengths, and the drinks selection also includes beer and liquor. Food is served at the bar, with both food and drinks available for happy hour. The bar offers seating and table service, along with dancing, and is suitable for groups. It welcomes LGBTQ guests and is popular with tourists. Dine-in and takeout are available, but delivery and reservations are not. The entrance, seating, restroom, and parking have wheelchair-accessible features; paid street parking is also listed. Guests can use Wi-Fi and pay by credit card, debit card, or NFC mobile payment. Low Bar has a Google rating of 4.7 from 694 reviews.
Nolan's Cigar Bar
4.9(596)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 596 reviews (Google rating)
Bar
Nolan’s Cigar Bar at 336 E Front St in Traverse City, MI combines a cigar shop with a bar serving craft cocktails, whiskey, bourbon, Scotch, wine and beer. The business has offered premium cigars since 1978 and describes its humidor as Northern Michigan’s largest. Its retail selection includes cigar brands, pipes, pipe tobacco, lighters and other accessories. Staff can help customers choose a cigar and drink pairing, and the wine and beer selection includes regional and international options. Patrons must be at least 21 years old. In-store shopping and pickup are available, but delivery is not. Free lot and street parking are listed, along with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking and restroom. The business also offers Wi-Fi and accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments. Its Google rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 596 reviews.
MiddleCoast
4.4(549)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 549 reviews (Google rating)
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
4.5(543)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 543 reviews (Google rating)
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.
Slate
4.2(507)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 507 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant
Slate is an Italian restaurant at 250 E Front St in Traverse City, MI, serving traditional Italian fare with artful presentation and house-infused vodkas. The setting is described as relaxed and cozy, with romantic and upscale elements. Dinner is a focus, and the offerings include comfort food, small plates, vegetarian and vegan options, and dessert. An on-site bar serves beer, wine, cocktails, and liquor, with both food and drinks available for happy hour. Slate accepts reservations and recommends them for dinner. It welcomes families and groups, with a children’s menu and high chairs available, while also accommodating solo diners. A private dining room is another option. Guests can dine in with table service or choose takeout or delivery. The entrance, seating, restroom, and parking include wheelchair-accessible features; paid street and garage parking are listed. Slate has a Google rating of 4.2 from 507 reviews.
The Kitchen
4.6(441)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 441 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant
The Kitchen is a counter-service restaurant at 1249 Woodmere Ave in Traverse City, MI, with food made fresh daily. The menu includes soups, salads, sandwiches, burritos and dinners, alongside a 16-foot grab-and-go deli case stocked with freshly made food. Breakfast is served from 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday and all day Saturday. Offerings range from comfort food and small plates to healthy, vegetarian and vegan options, with coffee, tea and desserts also available. The setting is casual, with indoor seating and an outdoor seating option. The restaurant welcomes children, is popular with students and is suitable for solo dining. Takeout, curbside pickup, delivery and no-contact delivery are available, as is catering. There is no table service, and reservations are not accepted. Free parking is available in a lot and on the street; the entrance, parking and restroom are wheelchair accessible. The Kitchen has a Google rating of 4.6 from 441 reviews.
Lil Bo Bar and Restaurant
4.5(439)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 439 reviews (Google rating)
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.
SideTraxx Dance Bar
3.0(412)· Google3.0 out of 5 from 412 reviews (Google rating)
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.

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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.

The Little Fleet

4.6(2,330)· Google

Restaurant

The Little Fleet at 448 E Front St in Traverse City, MI brings together a fixed collection of food trucks, a bar and outdoor seating. The trucks offer an eclectic range of food, while the bar serves beer, wine, cocktails and liquor, with food also available at the bar. Happy-hour food and drinks are among the offerings. The setting is casual and cozy, with live music, live performances and options for watching sports. The Little Fleet welcomes children and dogs, accommodates groups and is also suited to solo dining. It is LGBTQ-welcoming and listed as a transgender safe space. Dine-in and takeout are available, but delivery, reservations and table service are not. The entrance, seating, restroom and parking include wheelchair-accessible options. Other practical features include Wi-Fi, free and paid street parking, and a paid parking lot. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted.

Taproot Cider House

4.6(1,559)· Google

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.

7 Monks Taproom

4.5(1,443)· Google

Restaurant

7 Monks Taproom is a restaurant and tavern at 128 S Union St in Traverse City, MI, with a cozy, woodsy setting and a casual atmosphere. Its menu is described as refined American pub food, while the drinks selection includes 46 beers on tap, wine from kegs, cocktails and liquor. Food is served at the bar as well as through table service, and happy-hour offerings include both food and drinks. The taproom accommodates groups and solo diners, is popular with tourists, and offers a setting for watching sports. Outdoor seating, dine-in service and takeout are available, but delivery and reservations are not. The entrance, seating, restroom and parking include wheelchair-accessible options. Other practical features include Wi-Fi, free and paid street parking, and payment by credit card, debit card or NFC mobile payment. Its Google rating is 4.5 stars across 1,443 reviews.

U & I Lounge

4.5(1,303)· Google

Lounge bar

U & I Lounge is a bar at 214 E Front St in Traverse City, MI, serving Greek and American pub food in a casual, cozy neighborhood setting. TVs show sports, and food is available at the bar as well as through dine-in service, takeout and delivery. The drinks selection includes beer, cocktails, liquor and wine, with happy-hour offerings covering both food and drinks. Trivia nights, bar games and dancing add to the activities beyond eating and watching sports. The lounge is listed as suitable for groups and solo dining, and popular with tourists. On-site parking is available, with both free and paid lot and street parking listed among the options. Accessibility features include wheelchair-accessible parking and a wheelchair-accessible restroom. Credit cards, debit cards and mobile NFC payments are accepted. Its Google rating is 4.5 stars from 1,303 reviews.

Brady's Bar

4.4(983)· Google

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.

The Coin Slot

4.5(818)· Google

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

4.6(814)· Google

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

4.6(790)· Google

Brewery

India Garden

4.7(716)· Google

Indian restaurant

India Garden is an Indian restaurant at 303 E State St in Traverse City, MI. Its Google description calls it the first authentic Indian restaurant in town, and its listing has a 4.7 rating from 716 reviews. Open for lunch and dinner, it offers table service in a setting described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with romantic and hip atmosphere attributes also listed. It is popular for both midday and evening meals and is suited to solo diners and groups. Children are welcome, and reservations are accepted. The listed offerings include vegetarian and vegan options, small plates, comfort food, healthy choices, coffee, and dessert. Beyond dining in, customers can use takeout, delivery, or curbside pickup, and catering is available. Wheelchair-accessible features include the entrance, parking, restroom, and seating. Listed parking options are paid garage, lot, and street parking. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted.

Low Bar

4.7(694)· Google

Cocktail bar

Low Bar, at 128 S Union St in Traverse City, MI, takes its inspiration from pre-Prohibition bars and offers an extensive selection of rare spirits. Its atmosphere combines casual and cozy qualities with an upscale, romantic setting. Cocktails and wine are noted strengths, and the drinks selection also includes beer and liquor. Food is served at the bar, with both food and drinks available for happy hour. The bar offers seating and table service, along with dancing, and is suitable for groups. It welcomes LGBTQ guests and is popular with tourists. Dine-in and takeout are available, but delivery and reservations are not. The entrance, seating, restroom, and parking have wheelchair-accessible features; paid street parking is also listed. Guests can use Wi-Fi and pay by credit card, debit card, or NFC mobile payment. Low Bar has a Google rating of 4.7 from 694 reviews.

Nolan's Cigar Bar

4.9(596)· Google

Bar

Nolan’s Cigar Bar at 336 E Front St in Traverse City, MI combines a cigar shop with a bar serving craft cocktails, whiskey, bourbon, Scotch, wine and beer. The business has offered premium cigars since 1978 and describes its humidor as Northern Michigan’s largest. Its retail selection includes cigar brands, pipes, pipe tobacco, lighters and other accessories. Staff can help customers choose a cigar and drink pairing, and the wine and beer selection includes regional and international options. Patrons must be at least 21 years old. In-store shopping and pickup are available, but delivery is not. Free lot and street parking are listed, along with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking and restroom. The business also offers Wi-Fi and accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments. Its Google rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 596 reviews.

MiddleCoast

4.4(549)· Google

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

4.5(543)· Google

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.

Slate

4.2(507)· Google

Restaurant

Slate is an Italian restaurant at 250 E Front St in Traverse City, MI, serving traditional Italian fare with artful presentation and house-infused vodkas. The setting is described as relaxed and cozy, with romantic and upscale elements. Dinner is a focus, and the offerings include comfort food, small plates, vegetarian and vegan options, and dessert. An on-site bar serves beer, wine, cocktails, and liquor, with both food and drinks available for happy hour. Slate accepts reservations and recommends them for dinner. It welcomes families and groups, with a children’s menu and high chairs available, while also accommodating solo diners. A private dining room is another option. Guests can dine in with table service or choose takeout or delivery. The entrance, seating, restroom, and parking include wheelchair-accessible features; paid street and garage parking are listed. Slate has a Google rating of 4.2 from 507 reviews.

The Kitchen

4.6(441)· Google

Restaurant

The Kitchen is a counter-service restaurant at 1249 Woodmere Ave in Traverse City, MI, with food made fresh daily. The menu includes soups, salads, sandwiches, burritos and dinners, alongside a 16-foot grab-and-go deli case stocked with freshly made food. Breakfast is served from 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday and all day Saturday. Offerings range from comfort food and small plates to healthy, vegetarian and vegan options, with coffee, tea and desserts also available. The setting is casual, with indoor seating and an outdoor seating option. The restaurant welcomes children, is popular with students and is suitable for solo dining. Takeout, curbside pickup, delivery and no-contact delivery are available, as is catering. There is no table service, and reservations are not accepted. Free parking is available in a lot and on the street; the entrance, parking and restroom are wheelchair accessible. The Kitchen has a Google rating of 4.6 from 441 reviews.

Lil Bo Bar and Restaurant

4.5(439)· Google

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.

SideTraxx Dance Bar

3.0(412)· Google

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.