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- Mmary louTampa / Central Florida West •15 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoWe’ve eaten lunch there twice and had the calamari, which is some of the best eleven ever had! But we took friends there for dinner, it was happy hour so it was noisy but the food made up for it! One guest had the 4 fish entree and said it was really good, his wife had the maple salmon and ate every bite ( she said the glaze was really sweet but that didn’t stop her enjoying it) my husband had the seafood pot pie and devoured it, he’d get that agin in a heartbeat. I had the parpedelle pasta and it was huge with calamari on top ! Spinach and micro greens were the garnish which I LOVE! Both couples added the house salad to split and it was delicious! We split the lava cake and it was a good choice, it was so good and moist! Can’t wait to go back! Our server was Kayla and she was excellent as well We all had drinks and a bottle of wine , highly recommend the frenzy! Our friend orders old fashions everywhere she goes and she really liked reflect’s, I got the traverse hurricane and it was amazing!More infoReflect Bistro inside Cambria SuitesPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Traverse City•4.6
- WWendyPortland / Oregon •3 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 11, 2024Thoroughly enjoyed the Cozy Cabana experience! It was incredible to have snow gently falling as we enjoyed the warm outdoor pool. Snacks were delicious and hot cocoa was amazing!!! In addition, Lauren was THE BEST server and we so appreciated all her attention to detail. She is DELIGHTFUL!!!More infoArtisan - Traverse CityPrice: Expensive• American• Traverse City•4.7
- DDavidVIPNorthern Michigan / Upper Peninsula •62 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 4, 2024It's a teaching restaurant, so allow 1 ½ hrs for lunch and more for dinner. Classic choices such as the beef bourguignon entree and the soup of Shredded Chicken with fennel and a hint of star anise were very good. No time today to linger for deserts which are superb. Pastry Chef Megan is a pro. Merrill at the bar always has a fun delicious special drink, plus the standard classic cocktails. It's nice to see they now offer a better range of Non-area wines , as well as local wines to please visitors. Wine choices are 8 or so of both whites and reds. Best view of the bay, even on a very snowy day. Beautiful setting.More infoGreat Lakes Culinary InstitutePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Traverse City•4.8
- JJohnNorthern Michigan / Upper Peninsula •1 review5.0Dined on Nov 28, 2024We enjoyed our thanksgiving dinner today and plan to come back for Christmas dinner also. Server was great and the atmosphere was great.More infoMinervasPrice: Moderate• American• Traverse City•4.3
- AAnnColumbus •14 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 23, 2024Our pop up experience was great. We ordered two Lamb Tangines for our table of four and four small plates. Each one was outstanding. Our server was knowledgeable and our tab was surprisingly low. We hope Saffron De Twah returns soon!More infoNoBo Riverside Food & DrinkPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Traverse City•5
Restaurant experiences trending in Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula
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Visitors to northern Michigan often come to admire the cherry blossoms, play in the snow, stomp on autumn leaves, and sunbathe on golden sand dunes - then find themselves staying for the creative culinary culture that has become a signature of Traverse City. Chefs in the area often draw inspiration on regional dishes, then remix them with their own brand of pizzazz to create a new masterpiece. Strongly featured are local delicacies that are in season, like fresh-caught trout or walleye, locally picked cherries, and spring morel mushrooms. No matter the mood, visitors can always find the foods to satisfy their cravings; you can find al fresco dining on by the water, ice cream freshly churned on the farm, and gourmet-on-the-go sandwiches in Traverse City.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Traverse City include Great Lakes Culinary Institute, Boathouse Restaurant and Artisan - Traverse City
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Traverse City are Great Lakes Culinary Institute, Artisan - Traverse City and Boathouse Restaurant
Bottomless brunch in Traverse City is available at Great Lakes Culinary Institute, Reflect Bistro inside Cambria Suites and Minervas
The most romantic restaurant in Traverse City is Artisan - Traverse City
Restaurants in Traverse City with a great view include Great Lakes Culinary Institute, Boathouse Restaurant and Artisan - Traverse City
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