Traverse City is a special destination and MetroAlive.com is your guide for discovering the fabulous shopping, dining, wineries, activities, events and more in this northern paradise. Walk along the shores, hike the pine-scented forests and explore the bustling downtown. Grab a homemade sandwich at the Silver Swan or Cornish pasty at Cousin Jenny's. For dinner, enjoy some European flare at Amical or some modern Asian cuisine at Red Ginger. Afterwards indulge in a creamy treat at Moomers Ice Cream or a coffee cooler or smoothie at Aroma's. Traverse City has so much to offer from its pulic libraryto its vineyards, to its unique shopping venues.
Be sure to check Traverse City on MetroAlive.com often as businesses list their specials and events daily and new business join often.
Here are some categories to help you find that special restaurant or local shopping establishment.
| Arts & Entertainment |
| Community & Social Services |
| Construction & Remodeling |
| Food & Restaurants |
| Health & Beauty |
| Services |
| Shopping |
| Sports & Recreation |
| Vineyards & Wineries |
| North Peak Brewing Company |
| 400 West Front Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Brewing Award Winning Beers On Site -- One of Traverse City's "Favorite Meeting Places" --Five Menu Beers and Two Seasonal Taps |
| Reflect Restuarant at Cambria Suites |
| 255 Munson Ave. , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| A Contemporary, Bistro-style Restaurant -- Serving Breakfast and Dinner --A Full-service Bar |
| The Cooks' House |
| 115 Wellington Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Celebrating Northern Michigan's Agriculture -- Cooking with Local, Sustainable Foods --Practicing a Field-to-Plate Philosophy |
| Blue Tractor Cook Shop |
| 423 South Union Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Relax, Knock Back and Enjoy Good American Food -- Warm Up with a Tractor Melt for Lunch --Smoked Meats, Local Produce, Made-from-Scratch Sauces |
| Patisserie Amie/Chez Peres |
| 237 Lake Avenue #200, Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| A French Bakery with Extraordinary Pastries and More -- Serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner --Special Treats - Financier Cake, Citrus Bomb & Creme Brulee |
| Sweet Asylum |
| 800 Cottageview Dr., Ste. 10 Mercato at the Village of Grand Traverse Commons, Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| A Sanctuary of Treats -- Stix and Stones - Our Signature Snack Mix --Palazzolo's Gelato/Sorbetto & Moomers Ice Cream |
| Floor Covering Brokers |
| 1794 Barlow , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| All Types of Floor Coverings -- Expert Installation Staff --Residential and Commercial Work |
| Square Deal Country Store |
| 900 Woodmere , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Home Heating Products from Furnaces to Wood Stoves -- Equine and Health Pet Products --Lawn & Garden Care and Smokers/Grills |
| What to Wear |
| 126 E. Front St. , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Unique & Eclectic Women's Apparel -- Catering to Women of All Ages --Feminine & Colorful Fashions & Atmosphere |
| Artcenter Traverse City |
| 720 S. Elmwood Ave. , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| A Full Spectrum of Educational Workshops & Programs -- Weekly Classes with Local Artist Instructors --Premier Summer Workshops |
| Federico's Design Jewelers |
| 134 East Front Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Preeminent Northern Michigan Luxury Jeweler -- Award Winning Designs --Featured in InDesign Magazine & Haper's Bazaar |
| Phil's on Front |
| 236 E. Front Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Restaurant and Chocolate Lounge -- Menus Change Daily --Experience Phil's Flavors, Chocolate and Nightlife |
| Moomers Ice Cream |
| 7263 N. Long Lake Rd. , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Homemade Premium Ice Cream -- 20 Different Flavors Available Daily --We Ship Our Ice Cream to You! |
| Aroma's Coffee & Tea |
| 10850 E. Traverse Hwy. , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Locally Roasted Gourmet Coffee -- World Champion Loose Leaf Tea --Perfectly Blended Real Fruit Smoothies |
| Hanna Bistro |
| 118 Cass Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Fresh Food, Simply Prepared -- An American Bistro with a Northern Great Lakes Influence --Housed in an Old Fire Station--A Warm & Inviting Atmosphere |
| Twin Bay Glass |
| 418 E. 8th St. , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| The Only Full Service Glass Center in Northern Michigan -- Residential, Commercial, Automotive, Specialty --Combined Work Experience of 135 Years |
| Edson Farms Natural Foods |
| 835 South Garfield Ave. , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Offers a Huge Selection of Gluten Free Products -- Wonderful and Helpful Staff to Our Customers --Northern Michigan's Largest, Most Complete Natural Food Store |
| Horizon Books |
| 243 East Front Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| A Local Bookseller and Gathering Place -- Local Musicians Live --Book Clubs, Author Signings, Events and More. |
| Red Ginger |
| 237 East Front St. , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Modern Asian Cuisine -- Fresh Sushi --Over 100 Different Saki Wines |
| Grace Episcopal Church |
| 341 Washington St. , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Prayer, Worship, Education & Fellowship -- Outreach and Stewardship --Youth Groups, Music Programs, Mission Trips |
| Bible Baptist Church |
| 1915 Cass Road , Traverse City, Michigan 49685 |
| A Bible Believing/Teaching Church -- Ministries for All Ages --Truth, Transparency, Transformation |
| West Bay Cottage Furnishings |
| 511 S. Union St. , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Artfully Renewed Furniture -- Decorative Accessories, Linens, Rugs & More --"Style Doesn't Have to be Costly" |
| Boutique A La Vie |
| 800 Cottage View Dr. #8 , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Fine Women's Apparel and Accessories -- A Unique Boutique in The Village at Grand Traverse Commons -- |
| Streeters Entertainment Center |
| 1669 S. Garfield Ave. , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Great Entertainment and Great Food -- Relax, Have a Drink, Surf the Net, Eat Dinner... --TC's Best Choice for Night Time Fun |
| Oryana Natural Foods Market |
| 260 East Tenth Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| A Community Cooperative Market -- Certified Organic Retailer --Natural Foods, Deli and Catering |
| Robert Frost Fine Footwear |
| 217 East Front Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| The Finest Footwear, Apparel & Accessories -- World Class Lines Such as Ugg, Cole Haan & Sam Edelman --Many Exclusive Brands |
| The Clipper Grooming & Pet Boutique |
| 441 East Front St. , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Pamper Your Pet -- Experienced Pet Groomers --Wash, Clip, Cut, Dry |
| Cousin Jenny's Cornish Pasties |
| 129 South Union Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Delicious Homemade Pasties -- Breakfast Bobby Pasties --A Traverse City Tradition Since 1979 |
| Amical |
| 229 East Front Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Eclectic European Cuisine -- Bistro-style Dining --Vibrant Street-side Patio |
| Wellington Inn Bed & Breakfast |
| 230 Wellington Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Fully Restored to Its Original Grandeur -- Period Antiques Throughout --Sumptuous Breakfast |
| Classic Consignment |
| 13680 S. West Bay Shore Dr. , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Selective About Style, Quality, and Condition -- Knowledgeable Assessments --A Beautiful Store Presentation |
| Stewart-Zacks |
| 130 E. Front Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Traverse City's Oldest Home Decor Store -- Best Source to Make Your Home Unique --"Make Your Own Pillow" Bar |
| Zamar Guitar |
| 2070 S. Airport Rd. W. #E! , Traverse City, Michigan 49684-4700 |
| Comfortable, Relaxed Atmosphere -- Traverse City's Premier Spot for Lessons --In-house Guitar Set-up and Minor Repairs |
| Comfort Inn |
| 460 Munson Ave , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Ideally Located in Traverse City -- Great Amentities: Hot Tub, Free Continental Breakfast, Pool & Exercise Room --Banquet/Meeting Facilities with Audio/Visual Equipment |
| Cambria Suites |
| 255 Munson Ave. , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Luxurious Bedding and Upscale Amenities -- Living/Work Room, Bedroom, Flat-Screen TVs, Spa-like Baths --Perfect Place to Stay for Corporate or Leisure Travelers |
| Silver Swan Homemade Foods & Gifts |
| 13692 S. West Bay Shore Drive , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Everything Is Made from Scratch -- Many "Old World" Recipes --Fabulous Homemade Desserts |
| Jolly Pumpkin Restaurant |
| 13512 Peninsula Drive , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| A Cottage with Rustic Atmosphere & Fireside Warmth -- A Menu Reflecting the Organic Flavors of Traverse City --Artisan Pizza, Sandwiches, Entrées & of course, Beer & Wine |
| Red Mesa Grill |
| 1544 U. S. 31 North , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Latin American Food and Fun -- Flavors of the Carribean, Mexico, Central & South America --Numerous Specials and Celebrations |
| Maxbauer Specialty Meat Market |
| 407 South Union , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| The Best Meat Market in Traverse City -- Top 5 for Best Gourmet Grocery in Traverse City --"Serving You is Our Specialty..." |
| Ella's Fashions and Furnishings |
| 209 E. Front Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Vintage and Retro-inspired Clothing -- An Amazing Collection of Jeans --Accessories, Housewares, Furniture and More |
| Seven Monks Taproom |
| 1280 S. Union Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Authentic Trappist Beer -- Beer Flowing from 46 Taps --Wine on Tap Too! |
| Mode's Bum Steer |
| 125 E. State Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Steak, Ribs & Fresh Seafood Since 1975 -- Traverse City's Best Kept Secret --Traverse Magazine --Voted #1 Michigan's Best Restaurant --Detroit News |
| Golden Shoes |
| 122 East Front Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| The Largest Variety of Shoes in Northern Michigan -- Friendly and Knowledgeable Staff --Great Service, Great Selection, Great Store |
| Bowers Harbor Vineyards |
| 2896 Bowers Harbor Rd. , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Award Winning Varietal WInes -- Sample & Purchase Premium Wines --Epic Views of Bowers Harbor |
| Folgarelli's Market & Wine Shop |
| 424 W. Front Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Cornerstone of Old World Gourmet Foods & Wine -- Over 2000 Labels of Hand Selected Wines --World Famous Sandwiches |
| Mission Table |
| 13512 Peninsula Drive , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| The Legendary Home of Elegant Dining -- The Best Local Ingredients & Products --Supporting the Agriculture Economy of the Region |
| Union Cantina Mexican Grill |
| 127 South Union Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Colorful Artwork, Casual Vibe -- Hungry? The Estupendo Burrito is Quite a Feast --All Your Favorites and More! Fish Tacos are a Hit! |
| Traverse Area District Library |
| 610 Woodmere Avenue , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Branches on Woodmere, in East Bay and Kingsley -- Member Libraries in Fife Lake, Interlochen --and Old Mission Peninsula |
| Lil Bo Pub & Grille |
| 540 W. Front St. , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Come for the Food and Fun, Stay for the Music! -- Named "Best Burgers in TC" since 1969! --Happy Hour Monday - Friday 4PM-6PM |
| Studio 415 Salon |
| 415 Cass St , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| A Premier Hair and Beauty Salon -- Comprehensive and Current Styles and Services --Professional, Talented, Educated Team |
| Third Level Crisis Intervention Center |
| 1022 E. Front Street P.O. Box 1035, Traverse City, Michigan 49685 |
| 24-Hour Crisis Intervention -- Youth & Family Services --Transitional Living Program |
| Bay Chiropractic and Massage |
| 515 Bay St. , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Chiropractic Care & Massage Therapy -- Safe, Gentle and Effective Healing --Office Offers Views of Grand Traverse Bay |
| Brick Wheels |
| 736 East 8th St. , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| A Tremendous Product Inventory -- Parts and Repairs --Bike, Snowshoe, Ski Rental |
| United Way of Northwest Michigan |
| 521 South Union St. , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Thousands of Volunteers Working as One -- Meaningful Opportunities --Grants to Cost Effective Community Programs |
| Minervas Restaurant |
| 300 E. State Street (In the Park Place Hotel), Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Located in the Historic Park Place Hotel -- Casual Dining in an Upscale Dining Room Atmosphere --Serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
| Bayview Professional Centre |
| 10850 E. Traverse Hwy. #4400 , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Located at the Gateway to Traverse City -- Beautiful Landscaping with Waterfalls & Fountains --Top-of-the-Line Exercise Facility |
| The Copy Shop |
| 713 East 8th Street , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Complete Copying and Printing Services -- Black & White and Color Copies and Posters --Rubber Stamps, Blueprints, Bindery Work |
| The Art of Framing and Gallery |
| 430 W. 14th St. , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Creative Design and Professional Framing -- Three Art Galleries Featuring Regional Artists --Matting, Glass Replacement, Repairs, Mounting |
| Ramona Pleva - Certified Massage Therapist |
| 810 Cottageview Drive Ste. G-10, Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Certified Massage Therapist -- Treating Sports Injuries & Muscle Pain --Therapy for Stress Reduction |
| Boathouse Restaurant |
| 14039 Peninsula Drive , Traverse City, Michigan 49686 |
| Waterfront Dining with a Nautical Ambience -- Cuisine with Distinctive Flair --Sunday Brunch |
| Trattoria Stella |
| 1200 Eleventh St. , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| Strong Roots in Fine Traditional Food -- Sourcing the Best Ingredients Locally --Menu Changes Daily |
| The Children's House |
| 5363 Long Lake Rd. , Traverse City, Michigan 49684 |
| An Independent Montessori School -- Partnering with Families --"Michigan Green School" |