Pub cuisine: the best places to taste it in Traverse City
31 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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"We usually visit traverse city once a year and mainly to spend time at Great wolf lodge . This year we decided to explore the city further and we..."
Amer
"Frequent Dining Companion and I (also known as the “world-renowned food bloggers“) took a spur-of-the-moment midnight trip to Traverse City,..."
Michelle Railey
"First time there I had the Breakfast Burger, basically a burger with spinach, bacon, and an egg. Really good.I will be going back soon. I'm..."
Forrest Of MO
"If you love burgers they will not disappoint. Before 5 Guys, Smashburger and Bagger Daves, there was Bubbas! They are open for breakfast. And I have..."
Tracy B
"Solid breakfast. Creole sauce on the scrambled eggs was delicious. Jalapeno cheddar waffle with maple sriracha syrup and fried chicken/ waffles was..."
D
"Chicken and waffles with sriracha maple syrup was great combination. Only down side is the waffles were a little..."
Todd Ambrose
"Bubba's for bugers. Weekend trip in search of a great burger on a busy Sunday afternoon. Pretzels and dipping mustard was a nice starter and much..."
BuzzMaster
"Being a vegetarian, I am always skeptical of veggie burgers. Most places offer either a marinated portobello mushroom cap or a dry frozen veggie..."
Smalltowngirl
"Great burgers. Pass on the nachos. Awesome..."
DaRufzNFyA
"Outrageously great and crunchy Mac & Cheese bites with hot sauce for dipping add a Bella Burger and your meal is..."
AW
"Loud and proud!. This place is always able to make us smile with the great atmosphere and wonderful food! Lots to choose from but the burgers are..."
Captain Barn
"A TC staple!. Been coming to Bubbas since they opened. I used to work down the street so would always pop in at lunch time and get one of their..."
B.D.
"Perfect burger!. I love this place! Great burgers, great prices, great atmosphere! For me this place is the destination for the road trip not the..."
Sarah
"Nice menu for a sports bar. Burger & beer for $5 on Tuesday is a good deal. Seafood gumbo was very..."
Steve
"Good eats good atmosphere. I have eaten at Bubba's a dozen times sampling pretty much all of the menu (lunch & dinner) it has all been very..."
Nabmerg
"Just tried it for the first time! Great burgers and fries, and the mac and cheese balls were great..."
Kathy Zmijewski
"Server Niki = good day. Food was good and served prompt and as we had ordered it. Niki was very attentive to our needs although they were minimal..."
Satchel Paige
"Bust a gut burgers!!!. This is a favorite stop of my son's when he is visiting in town. The burgers are good, homemade buns, hand pattied burgers...."
M. Hayes
"Great burger. My 31 year old son recently told me to try Bubba's, I liked the burger better than anywhere in town. Price wasn't too high, the..."
Gregg
"Must try!. Bubba's offers a great menu selection and an enjoyable atmosphere. My burger was cooked to perfection and the sweet tots are a must have!..."
Rebekah
"I'd drive all the way back to TC just to eat here.. I went here while I was visiting some family in TC, and I was blown away. Bubba's has some of the..."
Moe
"Great burger and beer spot. Excellent mahi tacos. Great Family friendly atmosphere with pleasant service and reasonable prices. The downside? You..."
J4fish
"Excelent Burgers and Burritos!. Great place to hang out with friends. Best burger in town. It's a travesty that I don't eat here more..."
Nick M.
"Yum!. Came in close to closing time. Staff was very accomodating. Burgers were fantastic and owner/manager (not sure which) was extremely friendly...."
Herrld
"Awesome service. Very friendly staff and kitchen. Very kid friendly. Very helpful with kids food allergies. Great burgers. Looking forward to next..."
Chicagorad
"The best family dining in town! Very kid-friendly. Awesome variety on the menu & almost all is totally delish!...especially the tacos. My only gripe..."
Kylieann01
"GREAT FOOD!! Try the julio.... We visited twice while vacationing in the area, my family and I felt this was the best food we had, also a great..."
John H
"Probably #1. I love Bubba's, I have been going there for a while now. I haven't been there recently, they have, pasta, fish, burgers. Anything you..."
Hunter
"Big burgers, yummy food!. It was our first time visiting Traverse City and we decided to eat at Bubbas. The line going in was out the door and we did..."
Terisa Lanning LaLonde
"Asked a local business owner for a rather inexpensive recommendation for dinner. I was turned this way for a place with good atmosphere and awesome..."
R. Cirillo
"Great..."
Deb
"This is one of the BEST restaurants I have ever eaten at!! Their food is so..."
Maddie Corwin
"2 Thumbs and 2 Big Toes Up. The mahi mahi tacos were terrific and the tots out of site (what is that dipping sauce?). Had lunch on St. Patty's Day...."
Greg Stiffler
"Try it!. I can't remember a time where I have been dissapointed with their food. I love the barbonaise with tater-tots, oh man it is delicious. Try..."
CT
"A riot!. Bubba's was the first "must go" restaurant I chose when planning a trip to Michigan's north country for my wife and me. And Bubba's did not..."
JIMMY
"Good Food. Always enjoy the food at Bubba's. Burritos are great. Good place to go if you are in the mood for a burger.Like the pretzels and..."
Snugs
"We enjoyed this visit. The olive Burger was good. Like homemade. The Mahi sandwich was good. It was pieces if fish not a fillet but it was very good...."
Rick
"Great food!. My wife loves the Southwest Chicken salad and their gold margaritas. We try to stop there everytime we visit TC. Good food and a cool..."
Captain Kirk
"Great burgers. I've only had burgers at Bubba's but I'm fairly certain I've had every one and they have all been delicious. My favorite is the black..."
Kayleigh
"The gumbo alone is worth the trip...& the best burgers in the area. Everything is great. Try the mahi..."
Tcwaskie6
"Amazing soups and great..."
Jason W
"A nice lunch spot. While the decor and set up are lacking, the burgers are great and you have to love those awesome burritos. Service is generally..."
Redfive
"Like most places in traverse city painful service but decent..."
Big Eater
"Slow service at times, but the food rocks!. The food here is very good and reasonably priced. The inside of the restaurant leaves much to be desired...."
Mr Critic
"This was a nice relaxed place. We stopped by for lunch and sampled the burgers, fajitas, and the small taco salad. All were made with fresh..."
Stretchman
"Great food. Excellent burgers and salads, some of the best burgers in town. Monday nights kids eat for free - if you have small kids this is great;..."
JJeatsthefood
"Great Burger!. Great burger list, and seasoned fries. Go with the Black and Blue..."
Patrick
"There is an overwelming sense of comfort and the local are always welcoming. Bubba's is a most for your downtown..."
Chelsey
"Mustard Pretzels!. Great for grabbing a quick lunch or sitting down for dinner. also has a bar. one of my..."
Eric F.
"Wet had a great breakfast at Bubbas!! The coffee was hot and consistent. We had the Green Acres burritos (we added turkey!!) and I couldn’t get..."
Allison Boomer
"Bubba's is a fine establishment. I can honestly say one of the best burgers I have ever had. I appreciate the preservation of locally owned beverages..."
Rob Parsley
"Had an amazing time. I took myself on a me date and the staff there were so friendly. The man that served me at the bar was just the best. He made..."
megan savage
"I heard they had delicious bloody Mary's so of course I had to stop in and see if that was true. Needless to say it wasn't your average bloody Mary,..."
Amy Schoen
"Ordered Big Bleu ($16). Everything is perfect. Pretzel buns are great. They are not joking about jalapenos; if it get too spicy, it's quite easy to..."
Sylvia Lin
"Bubba's has always been a favorite, but I haven't been there in a couple of years.
The only thing missing was the bowl of pretzels and homemade..."
Ted Roney
"Great stop for breakfast! They had the Monte Cristo on special when we came in and it was amazing! Not sweet, but a great combination of savory..."
Wylde Cherry
"We tried three appetizers, the soup of the day, and the walleye dinner. All were delicious! The fried pickles in most of the photos were chips, but..."
Rebecca Goldberg
"First time for breakfast. Did not disappoint! Great coffee, good food with unique..."
Geoff Yaros
"Sat at the bar, bartender was great. Wings and fries were awesome, came fast and were a great price. This is exactly how a bar/restaurant of this..."
"Lovely laid-back spot with great menu choices and decent beer. The server was very kind and the food arrived quickly and was delicious.
The only..."
Amberly Marckini
"Jolly Pumpkin is a well-known local haunt. The environment around you reminds me of a place the Hogwarts kids would go to enjoy a meal. Which I..."
Rob Parsley
"This place is great! I had fried perch and fries, my gorgeous Wife had chicken and pasta, and we shared a bowl of beer cheese soup. She drank pinot..."
Solom America
"We parked at here, bicycles around the peninsula and then enjoyed a beer and lunch. Nicest wait staff possible. Out drink choices all excellent and..."
John Crankshaw
"My wife and I are frequent fliers of the Traverse City area and have been to Jolly Pumpkin a couple times! Cool Halloween/Hogwarts type of..."
Alec Wisecup
"Across from the water, very nice! Long wait, but we sat outside and had a beautiful view while we waited. Place was packed and they weren’t doing..."
Judy Kim
"Had a great meal (lunch) with the family. The waitress was wonderful and very accommodating with food allergies! Many mugs on ceiling for owners to..."
Neil Huyck
"What a great experience with my wife, two kids and dog. Great beer, scenery and food! We had the amber beer cheese dip with chips and mushroom pizza...."
Brian B.
"Great location. Loved the food but it was nothing super special. Got the fish dip but it was more cheesy than fish tasting. Margherita pizza was good..."
Kelsey Klukos
"If you love sour craft beers this is the place to go. Great originals and you can see why they have spread out beyond Traverse City. Decent pub food..."
Lydia M
"Delicious food and friendly staff! 5/5!
(Smoked Whitefish Dip with Flatbread Crackers & a Cuban Sandwich, which consists of Sliced Pork Tenderloin,..."
Jacob Sivley
"Great food in a great location make this a place worth seeking out when in the Traverse City area.
This outpost of the Jolly Pumpkin is located on..."
Joe F
"Friendly service and good food. We had the chicken club sandwich, which I would highly recommend. The pizzas also looked exceptionally good.
We were..."
Duane Dudas
"My wife and I came here for the first time in summer of 2019. It was busy on the night we went so we spent our wait sitting on a hill on their..."
Matt Brusoe
"Food was very good. Portions are very generous , all entrees could easily be shared . The fries were cooked perfectly. The sour ale was also good...."
Jay Littlefield
"The drive up the peninsula to this little gem is so picturesque and once you get there, the vibe is a mix of friendly and haunting with all the tales..."
Megan Vittetoe
"Had an amazing experience at this jolly pumpkin! We had the whitefish dip appetizer, french onion soup, wedge salad, a pizza, AND dessert... and can..."
"If you travel to the Traverse City area this is a must. Fantastic service, food, and drinks. The bartenders really take pride in making the..."
Michael Dupuis
"Been coming here since they opened when I would visit TC from downstate. Now that I moved and live in TC I may be there a little to often. Great..."
Darren Darge
"Downfall is that there is a credit card surcharge here for using a credit card to pay. This should be told to you BEFORE you sit down at the..."
Kimmy K
"This place is fantastic. Hidden gem a 5 minute walk from front street. Bartenders take time to make the best craft cocktails around. Pizza was..."
Bob Hrisoulis
"A very neat atmosphere with good cocktails. The service and attentiveness of staff has been good. Our last trip was a bit harder to get drinks, but..."
Kris McLavy
"We LOVE The Parlor (minus their chairs and stools which are ridiculously uncomfortable)! Their drinks are absolutely delicious and the food is..."
Lee and Amy Goldberg
"Best pizza in town. A true hidden gem! The drinks and service were..."
M
"Best Happy Hour I have been to in years!!!! The food was just as delicious. We came here on our first night of a long birthday weekend and I can’t..."
Austin Singhoffer
"I can’t say enough great things about the Parlor in TC! We held a company event here on a Thursday evening and everything was spectacular. Julie,..."
Ashley White
"Pretty good place, but this place would be expensive even back home in New Jersey.
We really liked our cocktails, especially the ones the bartender..."
Jake Bach
"If I were single, I would come here often. As it is I had fun with a group of people. The pizza is really good. I think one of the best happy hours..."
Lee McAllister
"Fantastic atmosphere, service, beverages, and food. They had live music and some outdoor seating. They have both alcoholic and non alcoholic..."
Sarah Carney
"The Parlor is amazing! My family owns a home in Traverse City, and we are in the area frequently for vacation/R&R/work. The Parlor is a staple for..."
me yep
"This place is super chill. A throwback to a simpler time with a sophisticated feel inside. We opted to hang outside and watch the live music. No food..."
Jason Eule
"The BEST White Russian I have ever had. It was not on the menu, but our bartender happily made one ofe me. Great atmosphere. They do have live music..."
Wylde Cherry
"I also work downtown and it's nice to get out and about and support other local businesses. The Parlor does not disappoint. They have amazing drinks..."
Alyssa Pryor
"Had a great time with the fellas from work. Phenomenal..."
Jon Grote
"The atmosphere is very unique yet comforting for TC. I expect this in GR but get it here. Higher service with more complicated exceptional drinks and..."
Susan Wronski
"We stayed above The Parlor in an Airbnb. We ate and had crafted cocktails 2 nights in a row. Fun atmosphere and amazing..."
"Wonderful atmosphere, staff and food. Definitely worth the drive there. Our waitress was superb. I'd recommend the sampler platter. Oh SOOO good!..."
Elaine
"Very welcoming. Great views. Excellent food.
Patio seating is wonderful.
Dog friendly; brought her water right after we arrived.
Service is fast and..."
Lauren Klaus Habsburg
"Alex was an excellent server. Had the Walleye by his suggestion. Was excellent. Very nice local restaurant. Comfortable laid back..."
Brian Keller
"The staff are very nice and they have a good selection at the bar. Reasonable to go prices for beer on the course and the food is nothing exotic bit..."
Hanna Pritchard
"Went on a trip to the UP and on our way back we stopped at Mulligan's. We were looking for dog-friendly places to eat and this place did not..."
Kori Spencer
"We had a large group for lunch, all the food was correct and very good. The staff were friendly and accommodating. No complaints, when I’m back in..."
Lee Padgett
"Very good food, service was super friendly and attentive. The whitefish dinner was particularly nicely made and flavorful. The portabella sandwich..."
Mary Brown
"Had a delightful waitress, she was a lot of fun! food was awesome they had a couple of NA beers, which is nice, and I had a delicious bloody Mary. We..."
Beth Pritchard
"Met some friends here for the first time. I had a burger which was excellent. Our waitress did an excellent job, and we all had a wonderful time..."
Tim Onthank
"Had a great Sunday lunch here. One had the Reuben, one a large salad, two had burgers and one had the tacos. All said their food was good. They were..."
"Great locals bar right in the heart of downtown Traverse City. Some of the best bar food in town. They honestly have the best gyro in TC. The wait..."
Nicole Rogers
"It's been awhile since I've been here and my friend wanted a good burger so we came in. We both had an awesome burger and drinks. We had a great..."
Martha Grice
"The Greek plate was delicious. The server was attentive. The beer was cold. The atmosphere is definitely older loungeish, with tight booths &..."
Gary Miller
"😊
If you're looking for a great bar experience, I highly recommend checking out U and I lounge. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a..."
Antwayn Spencer
"Came here on a Saturday evening with a large group, and we kind of bombarded the place. The waitresses did a great job handling it. Food came out..."
Rich Ferguson
"After a day of shopping, I stumbled on this bar &grill. Walk in, seat yourself, and hope waitstaff sees you. Friendly service is not strong, but..."
Stacie Lutz
"I'd you're looking for a sports pub with great food, this is the place, it's like the Cheers of Traverse. Always have to have a Gyro, always amazing..."
Granville Taylor
"Dont miss a chance to stop here and marinate! Relaxing low key atmosphere and great pub food. A nice break from shopping! KUDOS to the "U&I Lounge"..."
Jim Hopton
"A sports bar vibe with good food. I would totally recommend their gyro. A perfect place for a late night..."
Kris McLavy
"The service and atmosphere was nostalgic and very friendly. I can't comment on the food, as we didn't eat anything there. We only had drinks, and..."
"We ate here for dinner yesterday, our first night in TC, with our little dog who was warmly welcomed on the patio. Although the patio was crowded at..."
Tiena Britton Bruner
"Family run. Willing to experiment and progress. Can be a small intimate place for pizza and beer on a winter’s night, or a massive social event..."
Marek Ulicny
"Our first time to the Filling Station and the pizza was AMAZINGGGGG! We had the BLTizza! The bartenders were so knowledgeable and could point us to..."
Jaime Wright
"Great beer, nice architecture, beautiful views, beer was awesome. The best salad ever. Try the eurail..."
Bryan Tewkesbury
"This pizza place is like nothing else!! Amazing!! Love being a local and getting to taste the special!! The staff is warm and..."
Peach Saunders
"We had the Rocket, Memphis Line, Burlington Northern and topped it off with the S’more caboose! Mac’ N Cheese was sooo good our picky 5 year old..."
Heidi Delacruz
"Great please to hang and grab a pizza. Ambiance is cozy next to the old rail..."
Phil Webster
"Awesome beer and amazingly big pizza!!! Highly..."
Justin Persons
"Food was great, the beers were even better and the band (Appleseed Collective) was the..."
Douglas E. Smith
"My family and I were warmly welcomed on our first visit here this summer, and the pizza and salad were both delicious! Good beer, too!..."
Jenny PH
"Man, this place had some great brews, and the flatbreads were delicious as well.
They appear to be made with fresh, quality ingredients, and even..."
Christopher Regets
"Great spot for families. Plenty of good food and fun for everyone. The pizza is wonderful. My favorite is the Firebox, which is spicy but not overly..."
Joe Hakim
"A cool microbrewery and wood-fired pizza joint. We ate the Stoker pizza and I would recommend it. One pizza was enough food for the two of us. The..."
Jordan Meyer
"Great local pizza joint recommended by our airbnb hostess. The pizza was delicious, atmosphere was comfortable. It was our first visit, the hostess..."
Debra Uithoven
"Absolutely delicious. My boyfriend and I have been here 3 times now and we make it a point to visit when we are in TC. Highly recommend the Eurail..."
Reba
"First note, they are very busy on Mondays when many other places are closed, and are well staffed to handle it. We enjoyed some of their 20 varieties..."
Joshua Bostwick
"The pizza and salads are both delicious; the pizza crust is thin and well-cooked. There are numerous topping options available for the pizza We..."
Su Faw
"The staff at the Filling Station were incredibly accommodating for our group, not to mention the fantastic food and drinks.
The atmosphere is unique..."
Graham Weaver
"Right on the bike trail. We road about 3 miles out of the state park to enjoy a cold one. Worth the short trip. Tried the Mango kolsch and Eureka..."
Brian Hubert
"Delicious flatbread pizza! We did a build your own and a Burlington - never had pear on a pizza before, it is a scrumptious combination!
They give..."
"This was really a nice little place to get some pizza. It is busy as hell so expect a wait, we waited about 30 mins but it wasn't that bad. Got pizza..."
thedandroid
"I wanted to check out this place, as it was referred to in the book "The Drummond Girls". My neighbor is 94 and read the book & recommended it to me...."
Debra Sowa
"Absolute best pizza in traverse city, a very welcoming, comfortable environment with plenty of room. The staff was very friendly and happy. The pizza..."
Anna Rybiski
"My girls and I went in just for personal pizzas. Never have been here before but all the neighbors recommend it. Most definitely a local hang out..."
Cathy Daniel
"We opted for takeout pizza and wings, and they pleasantly surpassed my expectations. If you're in the area, I highly recommend trying out this..."
Vincent Mañara
"Super friendly team! Amazing Sicilian pizza, regular pizza, bread sticks and cheese curds. You can order online. This place is hopping in the..."
Rachel Miller
"This was a bucket list visit. After years of seeing their commercials, I finally dove there while in TC. The pizza and cheese bread sticks were well..."
Bill Packer
"Fairly average prices but the service was sound and the restaurant is set in a beautiful and quiet stretch of woods. Definitely a great spot to stop..."
Scott Forsythe (Forssa's personal account)
"The TC Newcomers group had their dining out gathering. We had a reservation for 30, and despite already being busy, they were prepared. Kylie did a..."
Linda D
"It's an absolutely great rural bar & restaurant. Lots of locals, everyone talking, delicious food in large portions, a friendly waitress, decent..."
"Amazing food but the service was even better. Matt was our server and he made it so pleasant and recommended the best drinks and food. He is highly..."
Carey Swanson
"Great place, fantastic staff and atmosphere, awesome food and great wines and bees. We’re been twice now and it’s a place we’ll definitely be..."
Tim Cox
"Love this place! Always a must stop when we come to Traverse. Great food and beer selection. Never have had a bad meal! Service is also fast and..."
Jeff Buckingham
"The food was absolutely delicious! Service was impeccable and super friendly!! If you want a great place to eat that won't kill your wallet, don't..."
Nick Blaszczyk
"They were super busy still had to seat my wife and I. The staff fast courteous the manager even had time to get us there awesome recipe for the salad..."
Alex Rodriguez
"The server was fantastic and the food was wonderful! Our time spent at North Peak made my birthday even better!! I love the place and am looking..."
Paul Kaczanowski
"We go every time we come to Traverse City. It’s become our family ritual. Food is great and so is the beer. Making memories every..."
Angie Tsoraides Alexiou
"The waitress was polite and friendly and dinner was great. The hanger steak was perfect and the beer was good. Thanks for a great..."
Brent Densteadt
"The hostesses were friendly, great atmosphere, very well stocked bar and a good varieties and selection of brew pub beers , food was good ………...."
nathan goodfellow
"My wife and I enjoyed our lunch that we had at North Peak Brewing. Decent selection of food and drinks. My wife is not a beer drinker, so she..."
G Rexer27
"Great place for beers,food and great service! I got a flight of good beers and my wife got chocolate dream martini. She had the cheddar cauliflower..."
Paul Wilson
"First time! My friend recommended. Very delicious Wasabi Salmon sandwich with a kale slaw. Fries are unique. Our waitress was very efficient with our..."
Tamara Brandt
"I have been here a few times and it is always great. Service was good - the waiter was definitely overwhelmed but did a great job taking care of us...."
Seth Kleinglass
"Excellent dining experience! My fish and chips were breaded perfectly. I had a diabolical IPA which was flavorful and paired well with my meal. I..."
Alex Sauers
"Amidst a charming ambiance, we savored our meal on the outdoor seating. The undisputed star of the menu, the cherry chicken salad, delighted our..."
Su Faw
"Awesome brewery. Stoped here for a beer and small bites. The IPA’s were tasty. Loved the nachos and cheese pizza. Our waitress, Hope, was..."
Eric Mork
"Waitress was nice and personal. The Reuben was good. Nothing crazy just a good sandwich. Cheese Stix were good and always with pesto ranch. ..."
Cory Carlton
"Their fried fish is a must try! The Herbed Fish & Chips was crispy, not over cooked, and the tarragon tarter sauce was delightful! It was certainly..."
Rebekah Cathey
"We had a great booth and ordered Ceasar Salads- absolutely delicious!! Friendly staff, great food, decent value 👌. Quite a lot of ambient noise..."
D Newman
"I had a light lunch and a flight of beer at North Peak and was quite happy with it all. The mozzarella sticks were hand made, and the pesto ranch..."
Mateo Gebon
"First of all, my apologies to the staff for my level of intoxication at your lovely establishment about a week back. I don't recall it, but my..."
Autumn Jackson
"Great brewery away from the crowds on Front Street. Nice selection of beers and great service. Their food menu is also great and they have plenty of..."
brandon dengler
"This brewery stands out as an excellent establishment, offering not only a diverse menu of quality food but also an extensive array of draft beers..."
Gerrit Szeszycki
"Our server, Amanda, was amazing. Had the white cheddar soup, also amazing. Had the fried Walleye sandwich, delicious. I was a little surprised that..."
"Cool spot just outside downtown. Excellent craft beer selection. nice outdoor seating. a million pinball machines! they also have swag and to-go..."
Alyse J
"Of all the micro-breweries we visited, Right Brain has by far the largest selection. Cool pinball and games no..."
Timothy Daugherty
"Right Brain is the best. It’s chill, it’s funky, their beer is amazing, you can DoorDash food for lunch or dinner. Bring a board game, grab a..."
Eric Frederick
"Always groups there having a good time. Amazing selection of pin ball machines from every era. There are some vintage arcade games in great working..."
Goblue Polsgrove
"Love it! I had a mixed beer at the brewery, and a can that I got at Mapleton market on the peninsula both were..."
Lisa Kelly
"Great Beers, Awesome Pinball! The staff is amazing. Fun events most nights of the week. Wednesday is the best adult trivia in town. And Thursdays..."
Russell Riker
"Super funky and eclectic brewery with old school pinball machines that were lots of fun. Very kid friendly with super interesting beer flavors...."
sincerely, sue
"I stopped by on Easter and thoroughly enjoyed my time at Right Brain. Their beers were all top notch, and oddly enough I think the Thai Peanut beer..."
Mateo Gebon
"Great beer and fun atmosphere. Arcade games galore! They have a menu of mixed beer ideas that is quite fun as well. No food in house, but they do..."
Joey Halek
"Long time fan of the CEO and enjoyed my first visit. I loved all the pin ball machines. I was a huge fan of the Thai Peanut beer and liked the..."
Whitney Beaird
"What a great Vibe! 42 beers on tap, all in house. Lots of arcade games and great music. This is a great place to hang out and have a..."
Eric Davis
"Really fun atmosphere with great beer. Lotsa pinball machines. Check it..."
Eric Stallsmith
"A very cool brewery with lots of different great beers all brewed inhouse. They have a bunch of pinball machines and the atmosphere is on point for a..."
Matthew Peach
"Company Christmas Party hosted here. Plenty of room to move around. Beer, Wine and Cider choices are excellent even enjoyed an orange cream soda...."
Lynn Gibson
"this is my favorite hang out spot in Traverse. excellent drinks and all the arcade and pinball machines are actually clean and working. the owners..."
Matthew Uribe
"I like to try different beers and they tasted interesting. Not all beers were 100% perfect but i think it’s based on personal preference. This..."
Cami Liu
"Very unique and cool beers. The service was fantastic and the bartender had their mask properly on and gave great recommendations for beer.
We..."
"Good casual spot with great food! Every time I come here I have a hard time not ordering the Havarti Dill Cheese Sticks and... (wait for it) the..."
Chase Hasper
"Went to this place for special occasion with my family (2kids).
The restaurant was kind to accommodate us and gave cozy place.
When I looked the..."
Kedar Panday
"Really good food and brew. Got the Helles lager and some pulled pork Mac and cheese. Fantastic! Grinds of mine got the club sandwich and 1/2 slab of..."
Nathan Prusak
"This restaurant is one of our favorites. Every time we visit the area we go here. You can’t go wrong with any dish you pick. Last year we stuck to..."
Chelsea Wiltse
"We are having the best time here!
First time in Traverse City and we are so glad we came here. The bartender Cathy is the woman to see, hilarious and..."
Jacqueline Matia
"The service was excellent and the restaurant was very busy when we came. It was a decent meal....a little pricey. My portabello grill sandwich was..."
Maria Boggan
"This place did not disappoint. They're very covid-19 friendly. Social distancing and masks are required. The servers were also checking each other's..."
Cyril Wolbert
"Sat outside on the back deck. Delightful view of the west bay. Ordered the chicken spinach salad and the fish and chips. Both were delicious. Three..."
Rick Derthick
"Great wait staff, several craft beers to choose from, food was plentiful and pretty good. Is a quite noisy when busy. Hard to carry on a conversation..."
David
"Went here on a Tuesday night, wasn’t too busy so service was quick and we had an excellent server. I had the perch and my husband had the..."
Janette Sendejas
"Great atmosphere and fantastic service. Tori was our server and was polite, cordial, and very helpful. He tuna nicoise salad was very good, but could..."
Paul Giampetroni
"Family friendly! Delicious beer! Our server Adam was excellent. He helped bring the kids meal out fast, answered beer and food questions and gave us..."
Kate Blanchetti
"Went here for lunch with the family. The kids meals were great as well as the adults. The olive burger was amazing!! Staff was so friendly and..."
Elisabeth Gross
"A very special thank you to Kathy and Mackinaw Brewing Co for such a wonderful wedding lunch! Your kindness and hospitality are something we will..."
Terry Eastman
"Mackinaw Brewing Company - Traverse City MI - this was a fun visit while in Traverse City, MI. Lots of shopping and places to visit near this..."
Ted Pittman
"Mackinaw Brewing Company is a vintage bar in a perfect downtown location.
Pros:
Beautiful location
Excellent entrees and apps
Tasty..."
Chris Toplack
"Cool place. GOOD FOOD!!!!!!!!! Busy, even on a Tuesday— but enough room at the bar. BIG beers-Definitely a pour for the $$. Friendly staff, good..."
Christine Derkacz
"Quite possibly the world's finest Reuben can be found here. They smoke the brisket, make the sauerkraut, and the 1000 Island dressings in house...."
"We came here on a spontaneous trip through Northern Michigan and found this place. The beer is great and the food was fresh and tasty. They also had..."
Jeremy Shank
"We went up to TC on Cherry Festival weekend. We stumbled on Workshop and found a haven from all of the craziness. Nice atmosphere, excellent beer,..."
Tim Rockhill
"Excellent beer, food, and service. Even a corner for kids to play. Highly recommend! Our bartender Abby was excellent and very..."
Paula Mertins
"My favorite brewery..the beer and the food are all excellent. ( get the wings) the staff is warm and..."
Michelle Smith
"Great beer, food, and the staff was so friendly..."
Dana Foxx
"First time visit today for your ticketed tour, etc.. I will certainly come back. Good beer. Good food. Good people. Cool place. You guys got it..."
Brian Priddle
"This place is great. Diverse menu has yet to..."
Jason Long
"The staff, the owner, the FOOD, The vibes.
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Linda Tellis-Aguilar
"My kids, who grew up here and now live downstate, were home for Cherry Festival with their significant others and spouses, along with their out of..."
Nancy Kiogima
"Really good food and the beer, we tried was..."
Sanne Laursen
"Great vibe... relaxed, friendly servers and beeristas. The beer is tasty and it's in town and comfortable with outside seating in summer on a not so..."
Myrna Jacobs
"Cool place, great cider and beer! Queso dip is yummy 🙂Don't miss this..."
Maryanne Gerke
"Great atmosphere. Awesome music! Bartender was very knowledgeable as she should be. I had high expectations and she didn't disappoint. Pizza was..."
Mark Gainor
"Cool place and good beer. The cream cherry and orange soda’s were great for the kids….I loved them..."
Eric Mork
"Cute pub, neighborhood and vibes. Great outdoor patio. We enjoyed several beers, worth a..."
Elizabeth Peatee
"Very nice brewery. All beer brewed on site. Friendly staff and tasty beer. Check out the pizza menu too...."
Dave Robinson
"Great beer, friendly service, excellent pizza. They had live music on the Friday night we were there and I appreciate that they had the option to add..."
Sarah Porter
"Friendly staff, live music 4 nights a week and other events like trivia and bonfires. Great beer, all of it is made on site. There's beers that they..."
Virginia Hanna
"The beer was very good. The pizza was the best I have had in a very long..."
Jay O
"Great pizza, beer, salads, and board games for kids. Weird Marxist vibes with the decor/name but we loved the..."
Meg Ross
"Highly enjoyed this brewery.
When walking to the Alcatraz escape room at 6pm, the Jazz band was tuning their instruments. They were in full swing by..."
Audrey V
"Awesome place! Decent beer selection, the food is great. You can play couple of games as well. Their pretzels were delicious and freshly made. The..."
"This joint is nuts. Amazing food. Andrea our server was super friendly. Fried pickles amazing. Buffalo burger great. Cod and smelt all top notch...."
the DM Lair
"Can’t say enough about this place! Great place for Drink and some legit food. My burger was cooked to perfection and hit the spot.The Atmosphere is..."
Joshua Adams
"Delicious, fresh, and fast food! We didn't realize we were going to the oldest restaurant in Michigan when we chose it, but with the great service,..."
Amanda Broseus
"When can you go to a restaurant that was established back in the 1880's?! It's amazing. Taxidermy isn't really my thing, but the vibe is very rustic..."
Lynn “Pencilmarks”
"Hubby and I are trying all these hometown favorites while doing the M-22 Fall Color Tour.
BEST AYCE FRIDAY FISH FRY HANDS DOWN ANYWHERE WE'VE..."
Jeanine Eno
"Very historic place! 5 stars all day! Yes it was your typical bar food, but that was what I was looking for! A nice homemade bowl of chili on a..."
David Ebenstein
"Our server was really good. The hostess was a very sweet young lady. And just looking at all of there decorations and the history of this place is..."
Cindy Polesky
"It's an old place, so no kind of chain restaurant nonsense. Supposedly oldest in Michigan, but great diner food. The clam chowder was the best I've..."
Jessica Schulte
"Visited for a late dinner on a Friday night. Seated right away, friendly staff. Servers checked in with us a few times, took orders, and brought..."
Kate Bousum
"A wonderful little gem. It has a local bar atmosphere with exceptional wait staff. The fish was delicious, particularly the..."
"Best chicken sandwich I've ever had hands down!!!! Although I don't drink beer, the food here was delicious! Our waitress was really nice, personable..."
Angelena McGee
"Great selection of beer. Burger was dynamite as was the Bahn mi sandwich. Friendly staff and vibrant atmosphere. Some outdoor seating on the sidewalk..."
Brad Kosar
"11/10 would recommend! We just arrived from out of town and needed a quick early lunch/dinner and 7 monks did not disappoint! We had the restaurant..."
Elizabeth Keener
"In town for a road trip up to Voyageurs National Park and decided to check out this location as both my fiancée and I love great good food and..."
Alexander “Codie” West
"I've never been disappointed by seven monks. Awesome drink selection and excellent food. Between this and low Bar downstairs, you don't really need..."
Michael Langenright
"Food is good for the most part. Excellent Mac & Cheese. Corn beef sandwich needs more corn beef ;) Also very dark inside. I understand they are going..."
Sweet November
"The food was good but I feel like I need to hold them to a higher standard than the corner Applebee's. The pork nachos were delicious but the ghost..."
Cory Carlton
"7 Monks has a very large selection of mainly beer and cider. The Caramel Apple Cider was delicious! They do offer wine and mixed beverages. Some food..."
Tina P.
"Great restaurant with a few different options and an awesome beer..."
Cody L
"We do enjoy 7-monks, better burger in town! Cold beer, but $8.50 for a plate of popcorn seems steep. We will be..."
"Wow! I was so surprised today,an that rarely happens. By nature people like what they like and going to restaurants is always a shot in the dark as..."
Asia Brewer
"McGees 31 is our new favorite spot. Easter Brunch was amazing, but that wasn't our 1st visit. We're local and hard to please. It's very difficult to..."
Meg EF
"Best place to have dinner & drinks. Great food, great service, and the owners actually give a dam about the food & service, not the $$. Someplace..."
Deborah Smith
"Best food in town. I would recommend this to all my family and friends. Great lunch menu and great dinner..."
Matthew Myatt
"We were headed into town to find somewhere to eat after our trip to Menards. We passed McGee's and decided to turn around and give them a try :) I'm..."
Britany Rayment
"My fiance and I had a great time when we finally decided to try their lunch menu yesterday. Both of our meals were very good and cooked perfectly...."
Manessa I. Acha
"Wow! I've had the prime rib dip and burgers, which were great. But, I tried the mediterranean salmon tonight - best ever. The service was great too!..."
Kathy Grinsteiner
"Our waiter TJ was phenomenal. The food was great and the service was even better. If your look for great good and even service be sure to ask for TJ..."
Britney Underwood
"I was there last Friday for a birthday party .There was a group of 18 of us, we had excellent service and food was great.And not very many..."
Marilyn Michels
"You’ll find some of the typical bar and grill food offerings here at McGee’s 31 — but what’s not typical is the way the food is presented: we..."
Trooper Long
"My family comes here a lot, because it's more convenient than driving all the way downtown. We love the bruschetta, and I'm a fan of the French Onion..."
Jessica Rohloff
"Fun place to meet with a great happy hour. Tasty food choices. We had the burger, calamari, salad and French dip. Food was well seasoned and served..."
Donna O22
"I mean look at this photo. This is veal meatloaf. With buttermilk onion rings. Sweet and spicy brown gravy and mashed potatoes. Let me tell you..."
Sean Kaiser (HD)
"We stopped on the way home. We ordered the House Nachos with seasoned beef and green chili sour cream. For our entre we shared the grilled chicken..."
Mary K
"Friendly staff. Quick service. A menu that everyone can enjoy. Great drinks and..."
Brian B
"2.26.20- Went for restraunt week- we were very impressed.
Pretty good. The way the burger was talked up being steak parts or whatever I expected it..."
Ted Stevenson
"Good food. Good atmosphere. Got take out today and it took longer than I thought, but the food was very good. My kids love the battered cod. Truffle..."
Chris Roggen
"There are a lot of pubs and dive bars in the area, but this is not one of them, despite outside appearances. Inside it's a clean and well-designed..."
Michael Taillard
"Very friendly! The spinach salad,tater tots ,and burgers were great! We would definitely go back! Shelby was an awesome server! The lettuce wraps are..."
Shelly Wilmoth
"I was pretty impressed. Hubby had a burger and I had the chicken club. The truffle fries were really good. I don't usually like mushrooms, but this..."
Rachael Overweg
"Risotto tots boiiiiiiiiiii!!!
Love this place! Risotto tots are amazing. I never had them until I went here. The chicken tacos are some of the best..."
R.A.
"Food and service excellent. I have eaten there twice, lunch and dinner. Fantastic burgers (they grind meat on site) and a spectacular steak cooked..."
Brandon Oaks
"We found it very pleasant and the bartender was over the top with kindness. We both ate a delicious lunch. The setting was inviting and attractive...."
Patricia Millard
"Love McGee’s, the bartender is fabulous, the Bloody Mary was great, the lettuce wraps were fantastics but the bang bang shrimp were horrible, first..."
"A great rooftop in the Traverse City area. It’s large and spacious to accommodate a lot of people comfortably and offers some spectacular views of..."
Chase Hasper
"Had a great experience here last night. Food was good, view is great, and Dennis and the 2 ladies helping him behind the bar were super friendly and..."
Brett Dense
"They were very good, busy but very good. Tough location to find as it is inside the hotel. That aside, good place for..."
Sean & Kristin Parsons
"Great bar on the roof of the hotel. They can add food & drink to your room if you want as..."
Kevin Weishuhn
"Nice place with nice views but I don't like the concept of ordering through your phone and dine in ... plus the tip goes to whom ?!?! management..."
"We were looking to grab a bite before heading home bound & picked this place based on some Google reviews/images. We were happy to end up here. Our..."
MagikGal
"What a great stop!
Food was great quality bar food.
Stopped in here for a late lunch and drink while catching some of the lions game with..."
Alicia Phillips
"Went here today for lunch. Very long wait bc the waitress was alone, and we were the 4th table for her. She was very nice and the food was worth the..."
Trisha Stabile
"10/20/23: Stopped in for the first time for dinner while visiting TC. We both tried the Perch basket- fries were good, fish was dry and flavorless,..."
Linda Lockett
"The crab spinach dip is creamy, delicious and portioned for plenty to share! Juan, our server, was fantastic! He had a great smile, happy attitude,..."
Tara Elliott Martin
"Our family of four stopped here for alate lunch. Couple of us got the perch basket, someone got chicken strip basket and someone got the sliders. ..."
J Mucinski
"I mean, it's a great neighborhood pub. Food hits the spot after a day of winery tours. The service was quick and genuine, and there was a good mix of..."
Tim Harmon
"Excellent choice for delicious food. Staff was extremely kind, professional and very helpful. Building very clean which is always a plus. Atmosphere..."
Loretta Wilkie
"This place was awesome!! So much better than the "new" irish pub around the corner, trust me, it's not even..."
No Thanks
"Literally, the best burger 1/2 lb rodeo burger I've ever ate!! My 9 y.o. son almost ate all of his. The burger itself was cooked perfectly. Friendly..."
allison rademacher
"This burger was AWESOME! The sweet potato fries with the cinnamon honey butter were to did for. Definitely check them out! Staff is super cool and ..."
Meg Flom
"Very cool place to get a beer and a burger. Food is excellent and service was great. Our waitress was a rock star she took very good care of..."
Jeff Demo
"We came here because it was rated the best burger in town. We weren’t overly impressed by the burger, but the poutine fries we would definitely..."
Mackenzie Wille
"This is what a bar should be. Because it’s a block off Front, there were more locals than tourists. Old-school, good music, and great..."
Sharon Cozort
"Fantastic burger and fries. Waitress was friendly, but didn't bring us waters as we had asked, and took a bit for her to return for us to ask again...."
"Kilkenny's Irish Public House nails the authentic Irish vibe. The ambiance is spot-on with cozy vibes and classic decor. The menu is a mix of..."
Fast Toys
"Loved the feeling when I walked into this place. Definitely reminds me of some of the pubs we visited in Ireland. The reuben had tender corned beef..."
Steve Hinkle
"🍀😊
If you're looking for an authentic Irish pub experience, you can't go wrong with Kilkenny’s From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by..."
Antwayn Spencer
"Came here for the first time this Friday despite living down the street. IT IS AMAZING! This is the bar I have been looking for since moving here...."
Madeline Kramer
"Great environment and music! Everyone was very nice. Seat yourselves and order at the counter. The pizza was delicioussssss and so were the hot..."
Jessyca A
"We were in the area for a Bachelorette party over the weekend. Decided to go out, ended up here! Highly recommend! The band was amazing, bartenders..."
Cheyeanne Sanford
"This was a great place! Loved it, very relaxing and friendly staff if I lived around here I’d be a..."
Timothy Evans
"We were in Traverse City for the weekend and we ended up going to Kilkenny's twice - once Friday and again on Saturday. First of all the decor is so..."
Kate Dietz
"Seemed to be a popular place for the younger crowd of Traverse City. The band playing was pretty..."
DaemonM
"Patrick was the best!
Good food and Irish..."
Brent Veldheer
"Watch out for ladies stealing your name and getting free drinks off of you. Know several woman that have done this as they sit in my uber talking..."
captain reddbeard
"Great food and atmosphere. Mostly a bar with limited food items but what they have is delicious. Super friendly service as well. Plus pool tables and..."
"We had just arrived in town & were starving. We did a Google search & the reviews & images for this restaurant locked us in. We were seated right..."
MagikGal
"This is the BEST food! I am vegetarian and absolutely loved my meal. We were so pleasantly surprised
The mushroom burger is the best I have ever..."
Ani Daher
"Our favorite restaurant in the area. Party of two. Seated quickly. Fast and friendly service. Nice atmosphere. BBQ pulled pork platter is on point...."
David Pariseau
"Nice spot in the middle of Old town TraverseCity. Pricey but nice stop for drinks and apps. Spacious and the Decor is really nice: they also have a..."
Lily
"We stopped in here while on a family vacation. Plenty of options for varying tastes... the "whole hog quesadilla" was a hit with everyone who tried..."
Jenn S
"AMY was swamped when we sat at the bar, but was working so hard. Looked understaffed, when she did wait on us she was smart and knowledgeable amd..."
Rick Kunkel
"My family had a great experience here. We wanted some comfort food and TV’s to watch the World Cup. My wife swears these are the best wings..."
Lloyd A
"We called in to order some late night food and went to pick it up. It was about an hour before closing, so the inside was pretty empty. But, with all..."
Nicole Leonard
"The food was delicious, we had a very good time there. Hope to be back..."
Xiarys Luis
"Absolutely fantastic! We got the dry rub smoked wings with Buffalo sauce, blue cheese, and bbq on the side along with a side of pork Mac and cheese!..."
Brandi Chacon
"2k+ reviewers are not wrong! We stopped in for this little snack and some beers on New Years Eve and they knocked it out of the park.
They have an..."
Tony Mitidiero
"Food is good, definitely need to go again and try somee other things. Awesome Happy hour drinks $1 off and poured strong. Service was fast and..."
Dan Bircher
"The location is an old historical saloon, and the decorating is really rustic and cool. The food was delicious - the fried pickles were well done and..."
Roy Henry
"Food, service, and atmosphere were exceptional. My sandwich was flavorful and well balanced. Everything from the pretzel bun to sauce to the pork was..."
Alex Sauers
"I went here for my birthday a few days ago, and the experience was great. The restaurant was clean, and our waiter was extremely polite.
The ribs..."
"Great English pub-style interior with a menu to match. Waitress was very nice and was always nearby when I needed something. Very good French dip..."
Scott Stoecker
"Always have a great time here. The staff is friendly and helpful and the food is..."
Sarah Smith
"Love the charm and detail of this classic timeless pub. It reminds me of an old & dear friend who is comfortable. I've never had anything but a..."
Laura Houlmont
"One of our family favorites for sure. Everyone on staff is a Detroit Lions fan, which can make Sunday afternoons a little more bearable. Great draft..."
Ben Blissett
"Jonathon B Pub had amazing food and an excellent staff. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. The pub is located in the back of the mall, next to..."
Dave
"LOVE THIS PLACE!!!! One of my very TOP favorite places to go. I almost don't want people to find out about it! The service is always amazing they..."
Suzie Holbrook
"A real gem of a place. The food was great, the service was wonderful. I was wearing one of my Navy shirts (I am a Veteran) and they gave me a..."
Lee McAllister
"Love this place! Been going on there whenever possible since they opened!! Great food, and drinks and people!! Both the customers and..."
Ralph Kennedy
"I love this place. But since I have had to go gluten free, there isn't much left I can have. I wish they would make their gravy with corn starch..."
Cherise F
"There are only a handful of places I can say I have been eating at for over a decade. Staff and food are always great. It's a great go to for stick..."
Paul Stebleton
"VERY good. Food good and waitress VERY NICE and helpful. I was really tired from shopping and I asked for a quiet spot to close my eyes while I..."
Betty Jones
"The Londonderry corn beef sandwich is amazing. Had the French onion soup, not salty at all, didn't burn my taste buds off my tongue...."
Diann Ramey
"If you haven't been here yet go, order a long Island ice tea, a bowl of french onion soup and I recommend the bangers and mash ( with a side of..."
Robert Haynes
"I have been eating here on and off since 1994. The menu has been consistent and the food has always been top notch. The service has been great every..."
Chad “rhymes with awesome” Brown
"Wound up here after beedubs tried to put us on a waiting list to sit at the bar. We we served promptly by friendly staff, served ICY cold beer, and..."
Dan B
"I just drop in for a beer every now and then. I like the friendly "Cheers" vibe at the bar. I plan on going there for the movie goers special which..."
Robert Webber
"My wife and I have been going there for years. Same consistent great service and great food. Chicken quesadilla is my favorite. They have tall..."
Kevin Gay
"I always loved this place but I think they are closed now the last 3 time's I've been there it's been closed no signage on the door..."
Shelly Roskey
"Our lunch was delicious. We sat at the bar and had a good time visiting with..."
"Food was amazing came out quick. Beer is excellent if you want someting with lots of flavor. The staff is great and very helpful with suggestions on..."
Dylan Clark
"This was my first experience here. Three of my friends and I were on our "birthday" celebration night throughout TC and we went to several stops. I..."
Diane Denoyer
"One of my favorite TC establishments. The service at Rare Bird is A+++ and the food creative and delish!!! I’m not a craft beer drinker so I..."
Debi Thomas
"Rare Bird is my favorite bar to go to. Me and a couple buddies went to trivia night. It was fun as hell even though we came in 10th place. If you..."
Tyler Welch
"Participated in paddle for pints yesterday. This was one of our stops. Sat outside at the patio and Allison was our bartender and she was AWESOME!! ..."
Debbie Gutierrez
"An excellent taproom/bar/restaurant/music venue. Honest and delicious on-premises crafted beers. And very importantly, a place with a diverse and..."
Raymond Minervini
"Great place. Love the beer. The stout I had was..."
Michael Japowicz Jr.
"Been here a couple times while up north visiting family. Love the atmosphere, food is good, but beer is fantastic. They always have a great variety..."
Melanie Bushman
"No better place in TC to grab a beer. Best variety of both house brewed and guest taps. Also one of the best..."
Kevin McKinney
"Cool space, delicious beer and outstanding service. Ben and Rachel provided excellent service and were great company. Will definitely..."
Becka Knox
"Rare Bird Brewpub was our very first stop in Traverse City and needless to say, the bar has already been set extremely high.
Pros:
An excellent..."
Chris Toplack
"Loved the beer, that atmosphere, and the food! Hit many breweries in traverse and I have to say, this one was my..."
Keli Steward-Martin
"Wife and I came to Traverse City for an anniversary getaway and had lunch at Rare Bird one of the days. We had never been to this brewpub before and..."
Alec Wisecup
"Great beer, great food! I’ll try the On-tap Cocktails next time! Also, $8 for a kinda meal!..."
Hannah France
"We hit Traverse City about twice a year, with no close second Rare Bird is our favorites place! Cold draft selection, amazing unique food, and..."
Tom R
"Had a relaxing lunch here. I got the portobello truffle fries as an appetizer. They were pretty tasty. The Parmesan cheese really made them pop off...."
Bri M
"Have been here twice now; with a large group (December '22) and as a couple (February '23). Both times great experiences!
Group of 8:
Obviously with..."
Betzi N
"Super cool place and our Server was super cool also. I got the Pub burger and the husband and I shared the wings. The husband said his fried chicken..."
Local Celebs Magazine
"Swung into traverse city and came to rare bird based on recommendations from a friend. This place didn't disappoint! Delicious lamb burger and pork..."
sincerely, sue
"We sat on the outside patio. It is first come, first serve, so arrive early. We travel with our Weimaraners, and the patio is dog friendly. We..."
Shelly Ackley
"Rare Bird in Northern Michigan is truly a hidden gem that exceeded all of our expectations. From the moment we stepped through the door, we were..."
Colin Murphy
"Very friendly staff. My dog was welcomed. The patio does get really busy and loud. The food though was quite oily. The grilled chicken salad comes..."
Ada
"You have to order your food at the bar if you are on the patio and get your own drinks. The food was very good. The beer is extremely..."
Thomas Kemmett
"Fantastic spot for a beer and burgers! Really impressed with the vegan/vegetarian options, there is actually more than one option on the menu which..."
Rachel Travis
"The Lamb Burger was utterly amazing. I also had a blood orange wit beer that blew me away. The staff was super cool as well. Cannot wait to visit..."
John Addy V
"Loved rare bird! The ambience was really great and our server, Jamie was fantastic :)
Had the whiskey sour which was super yummy and the portobello..."
Mitchell Mudd
"Great food and good beer. Our server Nathan was fantastic. Offered some places to visits when we asked. I recommend the Portobello truffle..."
Stephen Wakefield
"Both the food and the drinks here are really good. I definitely recommend the cheese curds, they were so good I went back the next day for more (and..."
Grant
"There is indoor and outdoor dining. You meet the host/hostess outside and you have the option where you want to sit. Every table has a bottle of hand..."
Winny Chiu
"Came here on a Wednesday night, wasn’t too busy. They have an awesome vegetarian selection! Loved the beer and the food was too good, the only..."
"It was our first time in Traverse City and after reading all of the reviews about Lisa and the non bachelorette parties policy knew we had to visit...."
Alex Casas
"Folks were so friendly and it had a great atmosphere. I think some of the low ratings are bridal parties who are trying to take over a space intended..."
Blair Mishleau
"Matt was cool but Brandon couldn’t even get me wet. Eric is acceptable except he told me his name was Chad. I bet he doesn’t even have a dirt..."
Emily Cavanaugh
"Before we showed up to Traverse City, we looked into SideTraxx and knew that it was a place we wanted to check out. As we read the reviews, we felt..."
Nick Tullock
"Went despite the bad reviews and had a great time! We really wanted to see Lisa, the person responsible for all the bad reviews, but the woman at the..."
Madalyn Lee
"I've known about this place for a number of years, and only recently checked it out. They've got great music if you love to feel it pulse through..."
Henry Reuben Whitworth
"Im glad that Sidetraxx is preventing bachelorette parties from overtaking the bar. Large groups of bachelorette parties ruin the atmosphere of any..."
John Escobedo
"Fun place to have drinks with friends, shoot pool, dancing (not me), and some top (and bottom) shelf karaoke.
Love the place! Love the..."
Michael Dixson
"Traxx is now and when I first went there back in the 90s for that matter, a friendly neighborhood bar that happens to focus on serving the LGBTQIA+..."
Lauren Molnar
"The most amazing and friendly staff, good security and cleanliness, 2 pool tables, a dart board, and the best dance floor in town. Overall this bar..."
Adin Harmon
"The bad reviews are from girls upset the owner tries to keep this place a gay bar. Thank you to the owner for making sure LGBT people have their own..."
Travis T
"Great dancing bar! Staff was friendly and atmosphere was great. They played great music and we had a blast. Definitely recommend if you are looking..."
Darby Richards
"This place slaps! We had the best time, and Brandon and Jamal were incredibly friendly and hospitable. Great drinks, pool, and..."
Victor Thomas
"Guys. Place is awesome and everyone is so friendly. So glad they don’t allow bachelorette parties. Lisa is my..."
Taryn E
"This was by far one of the best bars. I’ve been to in a while. It was like a dive bar but also a club which was everything!!!! Ignore any negative..."
"First of all let me say our waitress Allie was five star. She noticed I wasn't comfortable in the high top chairs and she brought a little bucket out..."
Denise Goldsmith
"The server (wish I knew her name) was so attentive and sweet. The food was good. The price was reasonable, for the area. Small menu but what we got..."
Michelle Saavedra
"Our server was so nice and did a great job! Food and atmosphere was great. Loved the music playing. You can tell the locals come here..."
Rachel Miller
"I loved it. Went looking for clam. There's was plenty there but sadly I went home alone. I will definitely try again, and again, and..."
Timothy Franklin
"The Santa Fe Eggrolls were spectacular! It was an off the beaten path appetizer that didn’t disappoint. Then the local ale with the Cali club..."
Brandt Callahan
"So glad we stopped in for lunch. Service was great, drinks strong and the food was delicious. Must try the garlic fries 🧄🍟🙌 Loved the decor..."
Lindsay Miller
"We really liked this place! Had a few drinks and split a burger and fries. They were both delicious - just the burger meat by itself was great. The..."
Alex Bergland
"Place is pretty cool. It was listed as a sports bar....they have tvs and the game was on mute. They were playing music. I would've dug this place way..."
chris pitts
"Perch were very good. Fries were crunchy the way I like them. Cool atmosphere. With onion rings it would have been 5..."
Henry David Naessens
"Our server was so sweet and took great care of us. She even brought over a bucket to put my feet on since I was short and my feet were dangling from..."
Kirk McAllister
"We love to go to Bootleggers for all you can eat fish and chips on Fridays, they have super delish perch and fries. But the best part is having Juan..."
karen hansz
"Got in quickly, everything had lines. They have a beautiful ceiling that I always notice and love when bars have nice ceilings, I included a picture...."
Morgan
"If you're ever in the Traverse City area. Be sure to stop at Bootleggers for a bite to eat. Or order up your favorite..."
Kelly Merrill
"My friend and I were walking down the street, and we were pretty hungry. We Came Upon a sign that said the best burgers in Traverse City. That..."
Stephen Jones
"A low key and casual experience with the best food, service, and atmosphere!! Probably some of the most agreeable prices in the area also. We really..."
McKenzie
"The foods we ordered were all delicious. I got the fish and chips (perch) my husband got the burgers sliders. The waitress/bartender was very..."
"The food is awesome and packed with flavor! My boyfriend and I came here for dinner and were thrilled to find they also served breakfast... we were..."
Diandra Myers
"LOVED this place! Great food! Quite a few awesome vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options which is hard to find! As well as 22 beers on tap. The..."
Caroline Jo Malocha
"Always a great meal from some wonderful owners!! Take out or eat in - they will never disappoint � can’t wait for the new location to open!!..."
Nancy Burgess
"Fun place to go with friends after work. Everything was tasty and the waiter remembered our table’s order without writing it down...."
Monica Carman
"Great for breakfast, lunch & dinner! Love their breakfasts, Greek Salads, Coney dogs, Lamb Shanks, Lemon Rice Soup & everything else we have had...."
Christie Lozen-Looney
"OMGoodness, The food was Awesome!!! Our waitress Shelly was Super, She treated us great, really took great care of us, refilled our pops and made..."
Cathy Sambrone
"Loved the new location! So open and cheerful. 22 taps! I had a delicious falafel burger and sweet potato fries. Hubby had to have his Detroit dogs..."
Judy Dunmire
"LOVE this place! We were dedicated patrons until our move to the West coast in 2010 and make a point to stop in for a meal every time we return to..."
Kristi J Bonk
"Great food! Fun place to hang out! Can't wait to see the new..."
Jon Kellogg
"Having lived in the Detroit area I appreciate the legit Coneys an Greek fare. The beer selection is well thought out with a Michigan influence. I..."
Phillip John Davey
"Menu with something for anyone, reasonably priced with friendly..."
Nick Reavely
"A great place to eat! Looking forward to eating in their new amazing location! We alway love our meals at..."
Danu Loveless Geraci
"The food was amazing! We were in and out in an hour. We ordered the Greek Kisses, Farmer Cheese Pierogi, and the Traditional..."
Haley Billow
"I was in town working and found this place driving around so stopped in for lunch and I was not disappointed! Place was clean an had a family..."
Jesse Perez
"I came into the restaurant 30 minutes before closing on a Thursday night. I ordered the Saganaki, Gyros with a salad. GingerAle and Blaklava. The..."
Pivotal Products LLC
"Excellent food and quality drinks. Waitress service was excellent despite being Sadly short staffed. Well worth the wait. First time we have been..."
Rich Clark
"The food at my parents anniversary celebration was absolutely delicious. Paul was amazing from start to finish. He was extremely responsive and..."
Danielle Ross
"Concerned by obscure strip mall location, but a wonderfully delicious and pleasant experience!! We enjoyed excellent Greek and Slovak foods! Very..."
Beth Falkenbach
"Surprising selection of Greek and Polish foods besides American.
If you’ve been to Greektown in Detroit, try this place. They won’t..."
Roman Zabicki
"Food was great nice clean place friendly would come back..."
Michael Myers
"We had a wonderful sit down lunch with our little group of ladies and it was perfect! There was something for everyone. The food was quick but was..."
Adrianne Marsh
"Wonderful place for lunch! I really enjoyed my Flint style Coney dogs and my wife was very pleased with her gluten-free entre. The staff is genuinely..."
Craig Goble
"Gyro and salads were good, great place to eat around the mall/shopping area. Otherwise, head into Traverse City for a more sophisticated dining..."
Troy Thueson
"Loved the food. I have a dairy allergy and the waitress and cooks were very accommodating. Plus one of the only places that really makes a dairy free..."
Felicity Martines
"Place is clean and nice. The salad and gyro are as good as they come. Dad says it's better than most of the ones they had in Greece. Waiter is..."
Cory Carlton
"Amazing Greek food, as someone that their favorite food since childhood has been Gyros this pace is a blessing. Great service the waiter is always..."
Moto Janza
"Stopped in for a late lunch on Saturday of memorial day weekend. Surprisingly few people inside, especially because the food was GREAT! Had been..."
"Super local hang out kind of place. The bartender was kind, knowledgeable, and honest. I recently moved to TC and have been looking for a low-key..."
Cathy Daniel
"Had a craving for nachos and this is one of the few bars in town that still serve great traditional nachos (not pork belly with red cabbage or any of..."
Sandy Henschell
"Cool little neighborhood pub! Clean and nicely stocked with all your bar foods and brews! Light and airy feel too! A pool table in the adjoining room..."
Patricia C Volkhardt
"Underrated lunch spot. Anne is awesome. Been coming here forever...."
Bevin Gatchell
"Overall love this place, standard bar food, but great ambiance, good drinks, and reasonable prices. I ordered fish & chips w/ Cod, I didn't get Cod,..."
Brian Zientek
"Wings are spicy and pretty good. The burgers are a bit smaller than expected but taste good. The seating in the bar is kinda cramped. The drawing in..."
Rhonda Andrew
"We Google fried cauliflower and this came up. Place was pretty busy, but food came out in a half hour. Morgan was a good..."
Samantha Lane
"Local friendly place to have dinner and beverages. I enjoyed the rueben..."
Mindy Kortman
"Server,John, was friendly and accommodating with splitting our meal. We ordered jumbo shrimp which was delicious. Prices were the best I’ve seen..."
Sandra VanDenHeuvel
"Great food, great staff. Cold..."
Jason Hughes
"It's definitely a local dive scene. Met a few locals, ate some greasy bar food (cheese curds with beer cheese, they were awesome), and enjoyed a few..."
Cortney Verran
"Had some appetizers and drinks. The appetizers were good and the prices were fair for both. The building is a little run down but does offer pool..."
A S
"Great prices, nice small bar. Fun place to watch the game and have a drink with..."
Renee Lynn
"Excellent service with a great atmosphere! We shared the fish and chips, and the fried green beans. Everything was..."
Teresa Daniel
"Great food. Big tvs locals bar for sure loved..."
"My husband and I went here for lunch when we were visiting Traverse City.
Our server Ashley was amazing!
She went above and beyond, even had a salad..."
Sue Barlow-King
"My spouse and I recently dined at Chili's and opted for the Old Timer with Cheese burger, accompanied by a side of fries. Our experience was notably..."
Hannah Gines
"Atmosphere was good. Food was good as always. Staff was nice. Overall. Good place to eat. Will be back again
Update 3-5-23: Came back and the..."
Jacob j
"The wait wasn't too bad, as the host Michael is wonderfully entertaining and charismatic. Potato soup was pretty good. As was the mini fudge ice..."
Samantha Lane
"We called 15 mins before we arrived to see if they could accommodate our party of 15- Mike the manager was very helpful and the waitress took care of..."
Kym Rose
"This place is incredible! Stephanie waited on us and was by far one of the best waitresses I have had at any restaurant. Incredible service,..."
Landon Shaw
"Food was good.
Staff was very understaffed.
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They were limiting how many people they could sit causing a 20 minute wait for a mostly empty..."
Michael H
"I usually get the appetizer platter. I chose the mini burgers, mozz and egg rolls. Awesome! The burgers had great char on them. The mozz was nice and..."
Chris Oquinn
"Date night at Chili's! We had the special corn, ribs, and a couple sides. Everything was very good and we did not have to wait for a table. The..."
Mike Griffith
"Service was great, staff is always friendly and accommodating. The kitchen.... eh. I'm only writing this review so no one makes the same mistake I..."
Sami B
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