Wine & Dine: Traverse City MI, USA
The Best Restaurants and Wineries in Michigan's Traverse Bay Area
Vacationing in Traverse City? Well, do your homework and find the signature places for eating and wine tasting in TC. This article provides the inside scoop.
What’s So Special About Traverse City?
The Cherry Festival
A lakeside gem, Traverse City is a tourist magnet of Northwest Michigan. The climate is perfect for producing cherries, and the first week of July is devoted to the week-long Cherry Festival.
The Wineries
The Traverse Bay microclimate also happens to be ideal for producing grapes, and there are numerous wineries in the area, several with tasting rooms and bed and breakfast accommodations. See the guide below to learn about the fabulous wineries and restaurants of Old Mission Peninsula.
The Restaurants
Traverse City’s historic downtown is the home of many specialty shops, two microbreweries, pubs galore and restaurants to suit any taste. See the article linked below and get the lowdown on some of the signature restaurants in downtown Traverse City and the unique dining establishments on The Peninsula.
Quick Links to Articles on Wining and Dining in Traverse City
Traverse City Restaurants: Memorable Places to Eat in Downtown TC Restaurants
If you are looking for a unique dining experience while in northwestern Michigan visit some of signature restaurants of downtown TC. Many of these distinctive establishments are historical and all offer a variety of specialties to satisfy any palette. This guide includes information on the bistro Amical, The Blue Tractor Grill, Cousin Jenny’s, Patisserie Amie, Poppycock’s and Sleder’s Tavern.
Old Mission Peninsula Restaurants: Dining Establishments of Traverse City Michigan’s OMP
There’s much more to the Traverse Bay area than what’s available within the city limits. This article provides the information that will help you find good eats and historic Old Mission atmosphere when looking for a meal in the TC area. The article offers summaries, addresses and contact information for the OMP restaurants Bad Dog Deli, The Boathouse, Bowers Harbor Inn, The Bowery, Old Mission Tavern and Peninsula Grill.
Traverse City Wineries: The Vineyards of OldMissionPeninsula
Five distinct wineries comprise the spectacular appellation of Old Mission Peninsula, superb wine growing country approved in 1987 as one of Michigan's four AVAs. Each has its own specialties and some even offer accommodations. The OMP wineries include Chateau Chantal, Chateau Grand Traverse, Bowers Harbor Vineyards, Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery, Peninsula Cellars and Left Foot Charley.
Additional Information on Traverse City
For more information, see the website devoted to the wineries of Old Mission Peninsula. If you'd like to find more information on where to dine in the Traverse City area, see Traverse City's official website or the website of the Wineries of Old Mission.
