Joey's Guidebook
Food Scene
the BEST pancakes in the world, hands down. A fantastic brunch spot all around and the staff is very nice. it is worth the wait!
65 locals recommend
The Towne Plaza
203 Cass Stthe BEST pancakes in the world, hands down. A fantastic brunch spot all around and the staff is very nice. it is worth the wait!
a very fun atmosphere and excellent food. come for the happy hour margaritas and stay for the food and fun.
18 locals recommend
Red Mesa Grill
1544 US-31a very fun atmosphere and excellent food. come for the happy hour margaritas and stay for the food and fun.
Blue Tractor Barbeque
423 S Union Stpulled pork Mac and cheese!
great asian fusion. the greatest sushi around. honestly, the sweet potato tempura roll is our favorite!
143 locals recommend
Red Ginger
237 E Front Stgreat asian fusion. the greatest sushi around. honestly, the sweet potato tempura roll is our favorite!
Chateau Grand Traverse Winery
12239 Center Rdthe wine and the view!
Bowers Harbor Vineyards
2896 Bowers Harbor Rdwonderful wine and beautiful space
Neighborhoods
great beaches, shops, restaurants, and breweries. TC has something for everyone. shop downtown front street, grab some lunch, and venture to the beach. if movies are your thing than the historic State Theater is a must visit. Top the night off with some pizza on the roof of Pangeas and some live music at Kilkenny's, or relaxing stroll along the TART trail
260 locals recommend
Traverse City
great beaches, shops, restaurants, and breweries. TC has something for everyone. shop downtown front street, grab some lunch, and venture to the beach. if movies are your thing than the historic State Theater is a must visit. Top the night off with some pizza on the roof of Pangeas and some live music at Kilkenny's, or relaxing stroll along the TART trail
Empire
a very small town with one amazing beach!
Sightseeing
absolutely breathtaking! one of Michigan's greatest treasures. fun for the whole family
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
absolutely breathtaking! one of Michigan's greatest treasures. fun for the whole family
activities
great for the whole family. beach, open space, splash pad, it has everything. underground tunnel for convenient travel from, or to, downtown
89 locals recommend
Clinch Park
111 E Grandview Pkwygreat for the whole family. beach, open space, splash pad, it has everything. underground tunnel for convenient travel from, or to, downtown
great community park outside of Traverse City proper. Disc golf, playgrounds, splash pad, baseball, and covered sitting area.
Blair Township Park
2121 Co Rd 633great community park outside of Traverse City proper. Disc golf, playgrounds, splash pad, baseball, and covered sitting area.
Traveler advice
Getting around
free parking!
free parking at the jail 24/7. free parking after 6pm Monday through Saturday, and all day Sunday at most metered spots.
Getting around
TART
Traverse Area Recreational Trail covers a LOT of ground. bike or walk from the condo all the way Sutton's bay and beyond! or head the other direction and get some ice cream at Woodland Sweets