Traverse, Northern Michigan’s – July 2019

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The Silver Swan Ethnic fare and killer desserts. LD • $ 13692 S. WEST BAY SHORE DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.932.0203 Spanglish Authentic, homemade Mexican fare with occasional American accents. BLD • $ 1333 YELLOW DR., TRAVERSE CITY. 231.943.1453 Tastes of Black Star Farms Matterhorn Grill Dinner featuring Leelanau Cheese Company raclette and wine sam- ples. D • BAR • $$$ 800 COTTAGEVIEW DR. SUITE 35 (GRAND TRAVERSE COMMONS), TRAVERSE CITY. 231.941.1349 Trattoria Stella Hip locally sourced fare with an Italian accent. LD • BAR • $$-$$$ 1200 W. ELEVENTH, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.929.8989 The Underground Cheesecake Co. Housemade soups, sandwiches and a huge array of incredibly delish cheese- cakes. L • $ 800 COTTAGEVIEW DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.929.4418 West End Tavern Craft cocktails, wood-roasted chicken and more elevated pub fare served up beside West Bay. LD • BAR • $$ 12719 SOUTH WEST BAYSHORE DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.943.2922

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BENZIE, MANISTEE, CADILLAC BENZONIA/BEULAH/HONOR/THOMPSONVILLE The Cherry Hut Homemade cherry pies, jams, jellies, red-and-white-clad servers and American-style food. LD • $-$$ 211 N. MICHIGAN AVE. (US 31), BEULAH, 231.882.4431 Cold Creek Inn Perch, planked whitefish, homemade pizza, burgers. LD • BAR • $-$$ 185 S.BENZIE BLVD., BEULAH, 231.882.5531 Crystal Café American café-style breakfast and lunch. BL

$ 1681 BENZIE HWY. BENZONIA, 231.882.9565
Crystal Mountain Resort Thistle Pub & Grille—Wood-
paneled eatery, continental and Scottish specialties. LD •
BAR • $-$$$ Wild Tomato Restaurant & Bar—Family Fa-
vorites. BLD • BAR • $-$$ M-115, THOMPSONVILLE, 231.946.3585
OR 231.378.2000
Geno’s Sports Bar and Grill Burgers, broasted chicken,
pizza, soups, salads. LD • BAR • $ 14848 THOMPSON AVE.,
THOMPSONVILLE, 231.378.2554
Hungry Tummy Restaurant Full breakfasts (chicken-
fried steak, eggs and gravy ... ), pizza, broasted chicken
and more. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 226 S. BENZIE BLVD., BEULAH,
231.882.5103
L’chayim Delicatessen NY-style deli with sandwiches
and bagels. BL • $ 274 S. BENZIE BLVD., BEULAH, 231.882.5221
The Manitou Whitefish, perch, duck with cherry sauce,
ribs, steaks, seafood. Nine miles north of Frankfort on
M-22. D • BAR • $$-$$$ 4349 NORTH SCENIC HWY., HONOR,
231.882.4761
Papa J’s Pizzeria & Diner Sparkling diner serving home-
made dishes and fine pizza pie. Weekend buffets and ev-
eryday pizza lunch buffet. BLD • $ 10583 MAIN ST., HONOR,
231.325.7070

restaurant guide | dining

NEW Smokehouse Mac Shack Inventive mac n’ cheese
to go. LD • $ 439 E FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.642.5001
Sparks BBQ Smoking up the real thing—pulled pork and
chicken, brisket, ribs and jerky. Don’t miss the BBQ Sundae.
LD • $-$$ 201 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.633.7800
Slate Prime cuts of beef and the freshest seafood with
inspired toppings and sides. D • BAR • $$$ 250 E. FRONT ST.,
TRAVERSE CITY, 231.421.5912
Sorellina Authentic Italian pasta, zuppa and insalate. LD

BAR • $$-$$$ 250 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.421.5912
State Street Grille Downtown Traverse City sports bar
featuring 11 big screens, bang bang shrimp, steaks, lobster
mac and cheese, local beer, wine and spirits. LD • $-$$ 221
E. STATE ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.947.4263
Sugar 2 Salt Traverse City's newest brunch spot (other-
wise known as S2S) shakes up the same ol' same ol' with
dishes like duck (yes, for breakfast) and everything served
up with what is in season. B • $-$$ 1371 GRAY DR., SUITE 300,
Taproot Cider House Brick oven pizza, great salads, in-
ventive entrees paired with hard cider, microbrews, wine
and spirits. LD • BAR • $-$$ 300 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY,
231.943.2500
The Towne Plaza Eclectic American cuisine focusing on
local ingredients with extensive outdoor seating and a ca-
sual atmosphere. BLD • BAR • $-$$$ 202 E. CASS ST., TRAVERSE
CITY, 231.929.090
Warehouse Kitchen & Cork Seasonally inspired farm-to-
fork restaurant inside Hotel Indigo. BLD • BAR • $-$$$ 263
WEST GRANDVIEW PARKWAY, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.932.0500
White on Rice Sushi & ramen served carry out or dine
in. Text or call ahead for orders. LD • $-$$ 510 W 14TH ST.,

TRAVERSE CITY–EAST
Cottage Café Comfortable food, coffee and tea press
pots, friendly service, reasonable prices in a unique Tra-
verse City experience. BLD • $-$$ 472 MUNSON, TRAVERSE
CITY, 231.947.9261
Don’s Drive In A ’50s-style diner and drive-in with
booths, burgers, fries, shakes, nostalgic jukebox. LD • $
2030 U.S. 31 N., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.938.1860
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa Aerie—16th-floor pan-
orama of East Bay and regional fine dining. Music on week-
ends. D • BAR • $$-$$$ Sweetwater American Bistro—BLD

$$ U.S. 31 N., ACME, 231.534.6000
La Señorita Bustling Mexican cantina with fajitas, jumbo
margaritas. LD • BAR • $ 2455 N. US 31 S., TRAVERSE CITY,
231.947.8820
McGee’s No. 72 Gourmet burgers, fries, pizza and other
sophisticated bar food. D • BAR • $$ 4341 M72 E., TRAVERSE
CITY, 231.421.8800
Mr. C’s Pub and Grill Fine pub food with excellent wines
and craft beers—paired with menu entrees for your con-
venience. LD • BAR • $$ M-72 E., WILLIAMSBURG, 231.267.3300
Randy’s Diner Soups, salads, sandwiches, all-you-can-
eat cod. BLD • $ 1103 S. GARFIELD, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.0789
Red Mesa Grill Colorful spot with a fireplace, flights of
tequila and Latin American cuisine. LD • BAR • $-$$ 1544
US31, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.938.2773
Reflect Bistro and Lounge at Cambria Suites Hotel
Breakfast, dinner and Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. daily. BD • BAR

$-$$$ 255 MUNSON AVE., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.778.9000
Smoke and Porter Public House A new American
smokehouse where farm-to-table and whole beast butch-
ery meet the fire pits. Serving microbrews, wine, and li-
quor. LD • BAR • $-$$$ 1752 US31, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.642.5020
The Soup Cup, a MicroSouperie Homemade soups,

grilled cheese, Belgian fries. L • $ 718 MUNSON AVE., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.932.7687 Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel Bourbons 72—Seafood, prime rib and more. D • BAR • $-$$$ 7741 M-72, WILLIAMSBURG, 231.534.8888 Thai Café Eat in or take out authentic Thai cuisine in a cafe atmosphere. LD • $-$$ 1219 E FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.929.1303

TRAVERSE CITY–SOUTH Agave Mexican Grill Authentic, freshly made Mex. LD • BAR • $-$$ 851 S. GARFIELD, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.929.4408 Boone’s Long Lake Inn Steaks, prime rib, seafood, daily specials. D • BAR • $$ 7208 SECOR RD., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.3991 Centre Street Café Fine and flavorful sammies. Saturday brunch 10:30am-6pm. Mon.-Fri. Open 10am-3pm. Closed Sunday. BL • $ 1125 CENTRE ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.5872 The Filling Station Microbrewery Thin-crusted wood- fired flatbreads and flavorful house brews revitalize the Depot. LD • BAR • $-$$ 642 RAILROAD PLACE, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.8168 Hunan Authentic Chinese eatery that’s hidden behind a Taco Bell. L (TUE-SUN) D (FRI-SUN) • $ 1425 S. AIRPORT RD., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.947.1388 The Kitchen Salads, wraps, tacos. All to go. BL & EARLY D • $ 1254 WOODMERE AVE., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.947.TOGO Mulligan’s Pub and Grill Stuffed burgers, extravagant salads and sammies, ribs and whitefish at this year-round establishment at the Crown Golf Course. LD • BAR • $-$$ 2430 W. CROWN DR., AT THE CROWN GOLF CLUB, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.2975 Oryana’s Lake Street Café Classic Detroit-style coney and grill with mouthwatering Greek treats like crunchy falafel, rich spanakopita, gyros and lemon soup. BLD • $-$$ 260 E. TENTH ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.947.0191 Right Brain Brewery Traverse City’s beloved brew pub now at a new location. BAR • $ 225 E. 16 ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.944.1239 Sauce at Incredible Mo’s Artisan pizza, pasta, salad in a kid-friendly atmosphere. LD •BAR • $-$$ 1355 SILVER LAKE CROSSINGS BLVD, GRAWN, 231.944.1355 Willie’s Rear Full breakfasts, sandwiches, burgers. Coun- ter and table seating. BL • $ 1315 W. S. AIRPORT RD., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.421.5506

TRAVERSE CITY–WEST Apache Trout Grill Rough-hewn eatery affords a great bay view along with ribs, steak, pasta and salad. LD • BAR • $$ 13671 S. WEST BAY SHORE DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.947.7079 Harrington’s By the Bay Sunday brunch, seafood, steaks, burgers, sandwiches—with a bay view. BLD • BAR

$-$$$ 13890 SOUTH WEST BAY SHORE DR., TRAVERSE CITY,
231.421.9393
Nada’s Gourmet Deli & Mediterranean Cuisine Au-
thentic hummus, tabbouleh, chicken shawarma, falafel,
the best baklava in Traverse City. LD • $ 542 W FRONT ST,
PepeNero From-scratch southern Italian cuisine. LD • BAR

$$ 700 COTTAGEVIEW DR., STE. 30, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.929.1960
Red Spire Brunch House Classic American fare: break-
fast and lunch all day. BL • $$ 800 COTTAGEVIEW DR., ST. 30,
Sleder’s Family Tavern Bar fare and entertainment under
the original tin ceiling in one of Michigan’s oldest saloons.
Kiss Randolph the moose before you leave. LD • BAR • $-$$
717 RANDOLPH ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.947.9213

Traverse, Northern Michigan’s – July 2019

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