Tired? Hungry? Bored? The Ultimate Guide to the Traverse City Area

ALANSON top
Americana Pancake House U.S. 31 N., Conway 231-347-5530 Pancakes, omelettes, sandwiches, soups, Breakfast, Lunch, local Checks, MC, V, DIS. $
Anderson's Restaurant 7529 Burr Ave., Alanson 616.548-5901 Sandwiches, soups, specials, Breakfast, Lunch, local Checks, $
Bob's Place U.S. 31 N., Alanson 616.548-2396 Soups, sandwiches, prime rib, BBQ ribs & shrimp, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, local Checks, Credit Cards, $$
Graffiti's Drive-In 8143 U.S. 31 N., Alanson 231-548-5405 Burgers, hot dogs, ice cream, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, $
Hidden River's Rainbow Room 7688 Maple River Road, Brutus 800-325-GOLF (800-325-4653) Rainbow Trout with pesto, pastas, Parmesan whitefish, L, D, Checks, MC, Visa
Lauer's U.S. 31 N., Conway 347-7790 Casual dining, fresh fish, childrens menu, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, MC, V, $$
Linn's Deli U.S. 31, Oden 616.348-7528 Sandwiches, salads, soups, muffins, Breakfast, Lunch, Checks, $
Northwood U.S. 31, Oden 347-3894 A tradition in seafood, Fresh whitefish, Dinner, Checks, MC, V, $$
Pine Hill 3459 U.S. 31 N., Brutus 231-529-6574 Restaurant and lounge at golf club, American & Italian cuisine. Continental Breakfast (weekends), Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, local Checks, V, MC, American

CROSS VILLAGE top
Crow's Nest 4601 N. State Rd., Cross Village 231-526-6011 Pizza, whitefish, perch, ribs, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, MC, V, $$
Legs Inn M-119, Cross Village 231-526-2281 Casual, Polish and American cuisine. Entertainment, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, MC, V, $$

ELK RAPIDS top
BC Pizza 123 Bridge St Elk Rapids, MI 49629 231-264-5050
Chef Charles 147 River, Elk Rapids MI 231-264-8901 Pizza, sandwiches, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, MC, V, Smoke free. $-$$
Elk Harbor Restaurant 714 South US-31, Elk Rapids 231-264-9201 Breakfast all day, Friday fish-fry, Sunday all-you-can-eat chicken. daily specials, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, local Checks, Credit Cards, $
Elk River Inn US-31, Elk Rapids 231-264-5655 Prime rib, BBQ ribs, whitefish, sandwiches, patio, Lunch (summer), Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, Credit Cards, $$
Hacienda-Vasquez 11324 South US-31, Elk Rapids 231-264-5892 American. Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, local Checks, Credit Cards, $
Harbor Cafe 129 River, Elk Rapids 231-264-8700 Breakfast, burgers, sandwiches, Takeout, Breakfast, Lunch, local Checks, Smoke free. $
Oasis Tavern 7204 Cairn Hwy., Kewadin 231-264-5821 Burgers, whitefish sandwich, chili, Outdoor dining, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, local Checks, American Express, MC, V, $
Pacific Coffee House 139 River St. , Elk Rapids 231-264-7241 Espresso, bagels, breakfast burritos, scones, soups and low fat vegetarian menu, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, $
Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen 617 Ames, Elk Rapids 231-264-0530 70 percent seafood, sandwiches, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, Credit Cards, Cajun/Creole/French, $-$$
River View Cafe 212 River St., Elk Rapids 231-264-9186 Deli sandwiches, salads, soups, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, MC, V, Smoke free. $
T.J. Charlies 135 River St., Elk Rapids 231-264-8819 Family dining, soups, salads, sandwiches, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, local Checks.
Town Club 133 River St, , Elk Rapids 231-264-9914 Burgers, gyros, homemade soups and salads, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, MC, V, $
Village Inn Pizza River St., Elk Rapids 231-264-6150 All-you-can-eat soup, salad and pizza, Lunch, Dinner, local Checks, $

HARBOR SPRINGS top
Arboretum 7075 M-119, Harbor Springs 231-526-6291 Planked whitefish, lamb, seafood, hamburgers, Wine list, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, Credit Cards, Reservations recommended, $$
Blue Corn Grill 2983 S. State Rd., Harbor Springs 231-526-8000 Authentic Mexican and contemporary southwestern. Blue corn enchiladas, salmon seviche. shrimp rellenos, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, MC, V, $$
Boyne Highlands 600 Hendricks, Harbor Springs 231-526-2171 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, Credit Cards, American/European. $$
Cupola Room 340 State St., Harbor Springs 231-526-8932 Breakfast only, omelettes, pancakes, Checks, $
Harbor Springs Gourmet 127 State St., Harbor Springs 231-526-9607 Carry-out, Appetizers, sandwiches, salads, baked goods, fine wines, cigars, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, MC, V, $$
Juilleret's 130 State St., Harbor Springs 231-526-2821 A local landmark, Planked whitefish, homemade ice cream, Soda fountain. Lunch, Dinner, Checks, $-$$
Little Traverse Bay Restaurant 995 Hideaway Valley, Harbor Springs 231-526-7800 Steaks, fish, chicken. pasta, vegetarian meals, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, MC, V, Reservations recommended, $$
Mary Ellen's Place 145 E. Main St., Harbor Springs 231-526-5591 Landmark newsstand since 1928, Soups and chili, Soda fountain. Breakfast, Lunch, local Checks, $
New York Corner of State and Bay, Harbor Springs 231-526-1904 Eclectic cuisine. casual setting, extensive wine list, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, Credit Cards, $$
Nutmeg's Food & Wine Harbor Plaza on M-119, Harbor Springs 231-347-0712 Deli with take-home dinners, quiche. desserts, wine. micro-brews, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, MC, V, $
Out To Lunch 7593 S. State Rd., Harbor Springs 231-526-2980 Hot and cold sandwiches, soup, Breakfast, Lunch, Checks, $
Stafford's Pier 102 Bay St., Harbor Springs 231-526-6201 All restaurants - Regional cuisine, Cocktails, Checks, Credit Cards, $$ POINTER ROOM - Fresh seafood, Lunch and Dinner. DUDLEY'S DECK - Lunch and Dinner CHART ROOM - Casual dining, Dinner only.
Teddy Griffin's Roadhouse Pleasantview Rd., Harbor Springs 231-526-7805 Great Lakes fish, steak, BBQ ribs, Irish pizza, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, MC, V, DIS. $$
Turkey's Cafe and Pizzeria 250 E. Main St., Harbor Springs 231-526-6041 Breakfast, pizza, sandwiches, salads, Ice cream counter, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, $

PELLSTON top
Dam Site Inn U.S. 31, Pellston 231-539-8851 All-you-can-eat chicken. Steak and seafood, Dinner, Cocktails, MC, V, $$-$$$
Douglas Lake Bar & Steakhouse 7314 Douglas Lake Rd., Pellston 231-539-8588 Planked Whitefish, steaks, pork, ribs, lamb, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, DIS, MC, V, $$

PETOSKEY top
Alan's Northside 1099 U.S. 31 N., Petoskey 231-348-2033 Friday fish fry, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, $
All American Cafe - Holiday Inn U.S. 131 S. , Petoskey 231-347-6041 Friday fish fry, Sunday breakfast buffet, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, Credit Cards, $
Andante 321 Bay St., Petoskey 231-348-3321 Elegant and intimate dining in old home with view of Little Traverse bay, Dinner, Cocktails, local Checks, Credit Cards, Reservations recommended, $$$
Bay Harbor Golf Club 5800 Coastal Ridge Drive, Bay Harbor 231-439-4085 Fine dining, Gourmet cuisine. Extensive wine list, Cocktails, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations requested for dinner, Checks, Credit Cards, $$-$$$
Bear River Brewing Co. 317 E. Lake St, , Petoskey 231-348-8466 Sandwiches, salads, seven micro brews, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, MC, V, $
Brass Rail Lounge & Restaurant U.S. 31 N., Petoskey 231-539-8212 Full menu, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, $
Chee Peng Glens Plaza, Petoskey 231-347-2542 Takeout, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, MC, Cantonese and mandarin. $
City Park Grille 432 E. Lake, Petoskey 231-347-0101 Casual dining, sandwiches, salads, pasta, seafood, appetizers, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, MC, V, $$
Cormack's Deli 2569 Charlevoix Ave, Petoskey 231-347-7570 Sandwiches, salads, Lunches, Checks, Credit Cards, $
Flap Jack Shack 314 W. Mitchell St., Petoskey 231-347-1260 Full service menu, Breakfast, Lunch, local Checks, Credit Cards, $
Flat Iron Deli 313 Howard St, , Petoskey 231-347-5190 Sandwiches, soups, salads, desserts, Lunch, local Checks, $
Flying Dutchman 1601 M-119, Petoskey 231-348-3525 Fresh fish, BBQ ribs, prime rib, pizza, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, Credit Cards, $
Grain Train Co-op 421 Howard St., Petoskey 231-347-2381 Vegetarian. deli, takeout, Lunch, Checks, Credit Cards, $
Hunan Restaurant 629 Charlevoix Ave., Petoskey 231-348-1848 Chinese. Lunch, Dinner, Checks, Credit Cards, $$
J.W. Filmore's 906 Spring St, , Petoskey 231-348-7500 Salads, steaks, breakfast, Senior discounts, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, MC, V.
Jane's Bagels 2286 M-119, Petoskey 231-439-0747 and 439-0727 Muffins, bagels, bagel sandwiches, salads, Breakfast, Lunch, $
Jesperson's 312 Howard, Petoskey 231-347-3601 Soups, sandwiches & homemade pies, Breakfast, Lunch, Checks, Smoke free.
Leelanau Coffee Roasting 205 W. Mitchell, Petoskey 231-439-0400 Coffees and baked goods, Breakfast , Lunch, Checks, Credit Cards,
Leo's Lounge 434 E. Mitchell St., Petoskey 231-347-2739 Casual dining, daily specials, soups, sandwiches, burgers, chili, Full bar, Checks, $
Mitchell Street Pub 426 E. Mitchell, Petoskey 231-347-1801 Sandwiches, soups, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, local Checks, MC, V, $
Papa Joe's 307 Petoskey, Petoskey 231-347-6347 Burgers, sandwiches, soups, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, $
Roast & Toast 309 E. Lake St., Petoskey 231-347-7767 Coffeehouse with deli sandwiches, soups, salads, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Live Entertainment on Sundays, local Checks, MC, V, Smoke free.
Schelde's 1315 U.S. 31, Petoskey 231-347-7747 Seafood, steaks, sandwiches, soups, salad bar, Lunch, Dinner Cocktails, Checks, Credit Cards, $-$$
Side Door Saloon 1200 N. U.S. 31, Petoskey 231-347-9291 Sandwiches, burgers, quesadillas, steak, whitefish, pastas, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, local Checks, Credit Cards, $
Stafford's Bay View Inn 2011 Woodland, Petoskey 231-347-2771 Charming 19th century inn. Sunday brunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, Credit Cards, Reservations recommended, $$
Stafford's Perry Hotel Bay & Lewis, Petoskey 231-347-2516 Historic hotel, restored with charm and grace. MAIN DINING ROOM - Regional foods, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, Credit Cards, $$-$$$ NOGGIN ROOM - Light fare. Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, Credit Cards, $$-$$$
Symons General Store - Cask 401 401 E. Lake St., Petoskey 231-347-2438 Downstairs cafe with sandwiches, bruschetta, pasta and risotto specials, Lunch - Monday through Sunday, Dinner - Tuesday through Saturday, Checks, MC, V, $-$$
Terrace Inn 1549 Glendal East, Petoskey 231-347-2410 Victorian inn. Planked Whitefish, fresh-baked desserts, Dinner, Checks, Credit Cards, Reservations recommended, $$
The Bistro 423 Michigan St., Petoskey 231-347-5583 Home cooked soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts, Breakfast, Lunch, Checks, Smoke free. $
Villa Ristorante Italiano U.S. 131 S., Petoskey 231-347-1440 Extensive wine cellar, Dinner, Cocktails, local Checks, Credit Cards, $$-$$$
Walloon Lake Inn 4178 West St., Walloon Lake 231-535-2999 Regional specialities with french influence. Wine list, cocktails, Dinner, Reservations recommended, Checks, MC, V, French/American. $$-$$$

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY

ACME top
Bayview Inn Pizza 5074 US 31 North, Acme 231-938-1610 Greek, Pizza, Credit Cards, $
Bayview Inn Restaurant & Lounge 5074 US 31 North Acme, MI 49610 231-938-2690 Greek, Pizza, Credit Cards, $
Mountain Jack's Santa Maria BBQ 5555 US-31 North, Acme 231-938-7977 American, Beef, Chicken, Fish, Credit Cards, $-$$
That'sa Pizza 5130 U.S, 31 N., Acme 231-938-2836 Gourmet pizza, subs, ribs, salads, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, Italian/American, $-$$
Travino's 4263 E M-72, Acme
Trillium Restaurant And Nightclub Grand Traverse Resort, Acme 231-938-5455 Live Music most weekends, Great View, Credit Cards, $$

BUCKLEY / FIFE LAKE top
Buckley Bar & Grill 116 W. Wexford Ave. 231-269-4170
Family Restaurant Buckley 231-269-3330
Fife Lake Inn 203 State Street, Fife Lake 231-879-4441
Main Street Cafe Buckley

INTERLOCHEN / KARLIN top
Bob & Jo's Restaurant 2480 South M-137, Interlochen 231-276-6351 Roast pork, steaks, seafood, real mashed potatoes, Traditional style home cooking, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, Smoke free, $
Cicero's Pizza Parlor 2408 South M-137, Interlochen 231-276-6324 Salads, subs, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, MC, V, $-$$
Giovanni's Restaurant 9205 US-31 South, Interlochen 231-276-6244 Closed Mondays, Lunch, Dinner, beer/wine, local Checks, DIS, MC, V, $
Grandma's Kitchen 2070 M-137 S. Interlochen, MI 49643 (231) 276-6522 Family-style meals, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, local Checks, MC, V, $
Hofbrau 2784 M-137, Interlochen 231-276-6979 Neighborhood Pub, local Checks, MC, V, $-$$
Interlochen Golf Club Lounge and Restaurant 10586 US-31 South, Interlochen 231-275-7997
Karlin Inn M-137 S, Karlin 263-7995 Dinners, steaks, fish-fry Friday and Saturday, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, $
Papano's Pizza Interlochen Plaza 231-276-2233 Pizza, subs, specialty salads, wings and more. $
Punzel Scandinavian 8720 Co-633 north of Buckley, 231-263-7427 All things Scandinavian, Soups, imported foods, ethnic entrees, desserts, Lunch, local Checks, Reservations required, Smoke free, gift shop (clothing, jewelry, books, trolls), $-$$

KINGSLEY top
Culinary Creations 8141 Summit City Rd, Kingsley 231-263-5631
P J's Pizza Factory (Restaurant) 104 W Main St, Kingsley 231-263-7555
Paradise Cafe Kingsley 231-
Village Eatery, The 112 S Brownson Ave, Kingsley 231-263-5555
Village Pizza 201 W Main Street, Kingsley 231-263-2030

OLD MISSION top
Boathouse Blue Water Bistro 14039 Peninsula Dr, Old Mission Traverse City, MI 49686-9709 231-223-4030 Fresh seafood, vegetarian and beef dishes, Dinner, Cocktails, local Checks, T, Credit Cards, $$
Bowers Harbor Grocery 14039 Peninsula Drive, Old Mission 231-223-4330
Bowers Harbor Inn 13512 Peninsula Dr, Old Mission Traverse City, MI 49686 231-223-4222 Regional cuisine served in a bay front mansion, wine list, Dinner, Cocktails, local Checks, Credit Cards, Reservations recommended, $$$
Bowery Restaurant, The 13512 Peninsula Dr, Old Mission 231-223-4333 Ribs, rotisserie chicken, steaks, extensive bottled beer selection, Dinner, Cocktails, local Checks, Credit Cards, $$
Harbor Grocery 14039 Peninsula Dr, Old Mission 231-223-4330
Molly's Bye Golly 14091 Center Rd., Old Mission 231-223-7200 Steaks, seafood, salads, burgers - Irish flair, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, local Checks, Credit Cards, $-$$
Old Mission Tavern 17015 Center Rd, Old Mission 231-223-7280
Old Mission Tavern 17015 Center Rd., Old Mission 231-223-7280 Restaurant/art gallery in a country house setting, Ethnic foods, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, Checks, T, Credit Cards, $$

TRAVERSE CITY DOWNTOWN top
310 Restaurant 310 S Cass St Traverse City, MI 49684 231-932-1310
A & W All American Food 2020 Garfield Rd. N Traverse City, MI (231) 932-0897
Amical 229 E, Front St., Traverse City 231-941-8888 Croissants, quiche, pizza, soups, dessert, Gourmet evening menu, Beer and wine, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, local Checks, Credit Cards, French, $
Arbie's Roast Beef 1106 East Front Street, Traverse City MI 49684 231-946-6491
Barts Texas Style BBQ 303 E. State St. Traverse City, MI 49684 (231) 922-1800
Big Bay Cafe 223 West Grandview Parkway (former Bubba's location) Traverse City, MI 231-932-4690.
Brady's Bar 401 S Union St., Traverse City 231-946-8153
Broadway Bagels 1219 E, Front St., Traverse City 231-922-5924
Bubba's 428 East Front Street (Formerly at 223 W. Grandview Parkway) Traverse City, MI 231-995-0570 While seating capacity at the old location was only 14, the new location offers seating for 112. The menu remains about the same, including burgers, burritos, fish tacos and a variety of entrees. Along with the move, the restaurant added a liquor license, and now offers beer, wine and a full bar.
Centre Street Cafe 1127 Centre St., Traverse City 231-946-5872
Checker's Cafe 810 E Front St., Traverse City 231-947-2634
Chef's In 519 W, Front St., Traverse City 231-941-1144 Sandwiches, salad bar, soup, Lunch, Local Checks, Smoke free, $
Cold Stone Creamery Traverse City
Cousin Jenny's Cornish Pasties 129 S, Union St., Traverse City 231-941-7821 Pasties, soups, salads, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, MC, V, Smoke free, $
Dillinger's Pub 121 S, Union, Traverse City 231-941-2276 Appetizers, salads, sandwiches, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails, local Checks, Credit Cards, $
Exquisite Edibles 223 W, Grandview Pkwy., Traverse City 231-941-4529 Home cooked dinners, burritos, sandwiches, vegetarian items, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, Credit Cards, $
Folgarelli's Market 424 W, Front St., Traverse City 231-941-7651 Italian and imported foods, deli sandwiches, home-baked goods, wine, Lunch, Dinner, Checks, Credit Cards, $
Green House Cafe 115 E, Front St., Traverse City 231-929-7687 Southwestern-influenced soups, salads, sandwiches, breakfast, Lunch, local Checks, Credit Cards, $
Ham-Bonz