Traverse City · Best Restaurants · Curated · Updated 2026

Best Restaurants in Traverse City

Discover the best restaurants in Traverse City. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

The 10 best restaurants in Traverse City

michigan/traverse-city/restaurant/apache-trout-grill

Apache Trout Grill

Experience delectable American cuisine and fresh seafood at Apache Trout Grill with stunning lake views in Traverse City.

13671 S W Bay Shore Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684
4.4 Very Good 2,973 reviews
michigan/traverse-city/restaurant/bubba-s

Bubba's

Experience the vibrant flavors of American cuisine at Bubba's in Traverse City - where comfort food meets local charm.

428 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686
4.5 Excellent 3,375 reviews
michigan/traverse-city/restaurant/trattoria-stella

Trattoria Stella

Experience authentic Italian cuisine at Trattoria Stella in Traverse City, where every meal is a celebration of flavor and hospitality.

830 Cottageview Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684
4.7 Excellent 1,171 reviews
michigan/traverse-city/restaurant/sleder-s-family-tavern

Sleder's Family Tavern

Experience delicious American cuisine at Sleder's Family Tavern in Traverse City – a historic spot for food lovers and families alike.

717 Randolph St, Traverse City, MI 49684
4.4 Very Good 1,676 reviews
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Poppycocks

Discover Poppycocks in Traverse City - where New American cuisine meets a vibrant cocktail bar in a charming atmosphere.

128 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684
4.5 Excellent 1,700 reviews
michigan/traverse-city/restaurant/harrington-s-by-the-bay

Harrington's By The Bay

Discover delectable dishes at Harrington's By The Bay in Traverse City – where delicious cuisine meets breathtaking waterfront views.

13890 S W Bay Shore Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684
4.3 Very Good 1,747 reviews
michigan/traverse-city/restaurant/firefly-restaurant

Firefly Restaurant

Experience Traverse City's culinary delight at Firefly Restaurant with eclectic American dishes crafted from fresh local ingredients.

310 Cass St, Traverse City, MI 49684
4.4 Very Good 1,917 reviews
michigan/traverse-city/restaurant/the-towne-plaza

The Towne Plaza

Discover delicious American cuisine at The Towne Plaza in Traverse City - a must-visit for breakfast and brunch lovers.

203 Cass St, Traverse City, MI 49684
4.6 Excellent 926 reviews
michigan/traverse-city/restaurant/amical

amical

Experience exquisite European and Mediterranean cuisine at Amical in Traverse City—where local flavors meet culinary artistry.

229 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684
4.6 Excellent 1,119 reviews
michigan/traverse-city/restaurant/rare-bird-brewpub

Rare Bird Brewpub

Experience the best of Traverse City at Rare Bird Brewpub – where craft beer meets delicious dining in a cozy atmosphere.

229 Lake Ave, Traverse City, MI 49684
4.5 Excellent 1,006 reviews

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