Dining & Wineries
The Traverse Area is home to a variety of distinctive restaurants; nestled in among the trees, on the water or in the city. Our program is designed to provide the valuable information you’ll need to discover these unique owner-operated businesses.
Love wine? Meal Tickets & Unusual Ideas features wineries from Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsulas and an urban winery in the heart of Traverse City, offering award-winning wines, knowledgeable staff and an entertaining experience for the all the senses.
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Black Star Farms“Live each season as it passes, breath the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit and resign yourself to the influences of each.” – Henry David Thoreau
Open Year RoundCall for hours of operation.
The sun is slowly rising over Grand Traverse Bay. Horses are already turned out to pasture. The smell of fresh baking rises from the kitchen The truck arrives with milk for the day’s cheese making. The vineyard manager checks the progress of the vines. These images reflect the reality of a working farm where the pace is set by the seasons and the products represent the essence of the land.
Black Star Farms10844 E. Revold Rd.
Suttons Bay, MI
360 McKinley Rd.
Traverse City, MI
Telephone: 231.944.1250
TASTES in the Village at Grand Traverse Commons
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The Bluebird Restuarant & BarCome see why locals say, "I just love the Bird."For over 80 years The Bluebird has been the gathering place for locals and visitors alike. Known for their award-winning whitefish, fresh salad bar, fabulous Sunday brunch and homemade cinnamon rolls, The Bluebird tradition is one of quality and excellence.
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Open Daily (May - October) Lunch: 11:30 am - 3:00 pm Dinner: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sunday Brunch 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Call for reservations: 231.256.9081Closed in November
The Bluebird Bar
Open year round for lunch and dinner The Bluebird Restaurant & Bar PO Box 716
102 River Street Leland, MI 49654 231.256.9081
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Boone’s Long Lake InnLegendary Steak, Seafood & Prime RibBoone’s Long Lake Inn is a landmark restaurant on the outskirts of Traverse City, specializing in steak and seafood. We’re known throughout the land for our friendly service, superior food quality and large portions. Our rustic decor provides a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere for dinner and cocktails.
Featuring Steaks • Seafood • Prime Rib • Cocktails • Kid’s Menu
Boone’s Long Lake Inn7200 Secor Rd.
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-3991
Open evenings at 4pm
Sundays Noon — 10pm
Reservations only necessary for parties of 15 or more
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Knot Just a BarWaterfront Dining on Grand Traverse Bay in Omena
Whether you’re looking for a fun place for family dining, live music or a relaxing spot to hang out by the water and while away the day, it’s all at Knot Just a Bar. Perched above the waters of Grand Traverse Bay in Omena, the "Knot" offers a casual setting for locals and visiting guests.
Open year-round, 7 days a week. Call ahead for seasonal hours. Knot Just a BarLocated 3 miles north of Leelanau Sands Casino, next door to Leelanau Wine Cellars in Omena
5017 N. West Bayshore Dr
Omena, MI 49674
phone: 231.386.7393
web: knotjustabar.com |
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Left Foot Charley
Left Foot Charley owns no palatial estate. Our energy is focused on fermenting, aging, and bottling wine. We searched for a unique place to create wine from the region’s most significant vineyards. After 11 years, we found this space in the heart of Traverse City. The Village, formerly the Northern Michigan Asylum, is one of the most extensive historical restoration projects in America. See if you can find us. Be part of the next chapter in the story.
Complimentary Tastings
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Forty-Five North Vineyard & Winery
Visit our winery along the 45th Parallel in Leelanau County.
Our winery and tasting room is located on the Leelanau peninsula. The state-of-the-art facility rests amid a 100 acre cherry farm, half of which will be planted with vines in the years to come.
Experience the LatitudeMead
Sparkling Cherry
Cherry Port
Riesling
Pinot Gris
Chardonnay
Late Harvest Vignoles
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir Rose
Pinot Gris Ice Box Wine
Peach Spumanti
Cabernet Franc
Apple wine . . . and more!
Try some of our Award-winning wines today at The Cherry Stop!
Forty-Five North Vineyard & Winery8580 East Horn Road
Lake Leelanau 231.271.1188
www.fortyfivenorth.com |
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Peninsula Cellars
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RadishSoups • Salads • Sweets
Salad60-70 item salad bar priced by the pound
SoupsTwo fresh soups everyday
SweetsA few treats made from scratch daily
EnjoyOrganic tea and homemade lemonade
We are eco-friendly: 100% purified water • local & organic produce when available • biodegradable and compostable products.
Radish408 South Union Street
Olde Town Traverse City 231.932.9330 HoursMonday – Friday 11am – 7:00pm
Saturday 11am – 3:00pm
Closed Sunday |
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Steven’s Place NightclubFine Dining • Dancing • Nightclub
Our chefs serve only healthy natural cuisine, fat free, low sodium; but rich in flavor thru the creative melding of herbs, spices, wine, olive oil and open-fire wood grilling"A Chance to Learn Dance"Tuesday & Thursday 7:00pm
Join us for a dance demo, lesson, practica and a margarita for one low price! Styles include new wave tango, swing and ballroom. Call for details. Live EntertainmentPiano | Wednesday 7:00pm
Live Band | Friday & Saturday 7:30pm Listen and dance to your favorites from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s. Modest cover charge applis on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
100% Smoke FreeWe offer a full bar including liquors, domestic, imported and micro-brewed beers, as well as one of the largest selections of wines and champagnes anywhere.
Attire | casual relaxed, dress-up welcome
Steven’s Place738 S Garfield
Traverse City, MI 231.929.8945 Reservations welcome
Open seasonally April – OctoberTuesday - Friday Lunch 11:30am - 1:30pm
Tuesday - Friday Bar re-opens 5:00pm Tuesday - Saturday Fine dining 6:00pm |
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Two Lads Winery
Start at the top. Two Lads Winery is unike any other you’ve seen in Northern Michigan. Simple materials have been utilized in a new manner, capturing the fresh and bold character of the wines we produce. Our modern bi-level facility is built for employing gravity flow techniques and conserving energy during wine production. And our view is…beyond compare. So start your wine tour at the top of Old Mission Peninsula.
Michigan’s best red wines.In our 22 acre estate vineyard we grow Riesling, Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay, with a focus on the cool climate red varietals like Pinot Noir, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. You might call us Crazy for Reds!
Two Lads Winery16985 Smokey Hollow Road
Old Mission Peninsula Traverse City, MI 231.223.7722 |
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