Guidebook for Traverse City
Food Scene
One of my all time favorite restaurants in the world. The owner, Amanda, is a wonderful host, and their wine list is fantastic. I recommend the burrata and white pizza.
132 locals recommend
Trattoria Stella
830 W Eleventh StOne of my all time favorite restaurants in the world. The owner, Amanda, is a wonderful host, and their wine list is fantastic. I recommend the burrata and white pizza.
Long standing favorite sandwich shop. I recommend the "Sand piper" and "vegetarian sandwich," and my sister swears it's the best burger in TC. Fast-casual, worth every penny. The salad bar is great too! Open until 15:00.
11 locals recommend
The Chef's In
519 W Front StLong standing favorite sandwich shop. I recommend the "Sand piper" and "vegetarian sandwich," and my sister swears it's the best burger in TC. Fast-casual, worth every penny. The salad bar is great too! Open until 15:00.
Potter's Bakery
908 E Eighth StIf you like donuts, this is the place!
For those of you who remember Tapawingo, this is in its spirit. Small plates, great food, definitely a different vibe than anything TC has ever offered. Call in advance for reservations, and ask for Andy.
16 locals recommend
Alliance Restaurant
144 Hall StFor those of you who remember Tapawingo, this is in its spirit. Small plates, great food, definitely a different vibe than anything TC has ever offered. Call in advance for reservations, and ask for Andy.
Easily one of the best wineries on the Old Mission Peninsula for red wines. I highly recommend above all others.
58 locals recommend
Mari Vineyards
8175 Center RdEasily one of the best wineries on the Old Mission Peninsula for red wines. I highly recommend above all others.
Drinks & Nightlife
Rare Bird sets itself apart as a brewery. Great beer, and great local scene, but also dappled with celebrities, if that's your fancy.
103 locals recommend
Rare Bird Brewpub
229 Lake AveRare Bird sets itself apart as a brewery. Great beer, and great local scene, but also dappled with celebrities, if that's your fancy.
Entertainment & Activities
Old, young, classic, to foreign... the State Theater is a place where one can catch iconic films to $0.25 matinees that are sure to please.
105 locals recommend
State Theatre
233 E Front StOld, young, classic, to foreign... the State Theater is a place where one can catch iconic films to $0.25 matinees that are sure to please.
Ranch Rudolf
6841 Brown Bridge RdGreat place for canoe rentals and horse back riding.
Shopping
Looking to stock up on good cheese and meats, or grab sandwiches to fill your picnic basket, this is the place. When you're checking out, don't forget to ask for an anise pizzelle, or one of their giant cookies.
32 locals recommend
Folgarelli's Market & Wine Shop
424 W Front StLooking to stock up on good cheese and meats, or grab sandwiches to fill your picnic basket, this is the place. When you're checking out, don't forget to ask for an anise pizzelle, or one of their giant cookies.
The best and only find foods market in Traverse City. From fresh caught to smoked fish, gourmet chocolates, and a solid wine selection, this is the place for foodies.
34 locals recommend
Burritt's Fresh Markets
509 W Front StThe best and only find foods market in Traverse City. From fresh caught to smoked fish, gourmet chocolates, and a solid wine selection, this is the place for foodies.
Parks & Nature
If nothing else, you need to do Pearce Stocking Drive. It's worth the admission in gold.
303 locals recommend
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
9922 W Front StIf nothing else, you need to do Pearce Stocking Drive. It's worth the admission in gold.
VASA Singletrack Trailhead
5450 Supply RdExcellent hiking, biking, and cross country skiing.
Essentials
Oleson's Food Stores
1100 E Hammond RdClosest grocery store with all the essentials.
Roy's is the original five and dime, one stop shop, mom and pop store. Whether it is gas, bait, beer, hardware, or pizza (trust me, it's good), you can find it all here.
Roy's General Store
963 E Hammond RdRoy's is the original five and dime, one stop shop, mom and pop store. Whether it is gas, bait, beer, hardware, or pizza (trust me, it's good), you can find it all here.
Arts & Culture
The Village at Grand Traverse Commons
1200 W Eleventh StGreat food, shopping, and strolling.
Whether a student performance, or iconic performer, you're guaranteed and outstanding experience!
117 locals recommend
Interlochen Center for the Arts
4000 J. Maddy PkwyWhether a student performance, or iconic performer, you're guaranteed and outstanding experience!