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Douglas Lake Bar & Steakhouse
Price: Expensive•Steak•4.9(673)The Douglas Lake Bar & Steakhouse, known to locals as the “DLB”, has a rich history of providing great food and service in a rustic log building overlooking beautiful Douglas Lake. The two giant fieldstone fireplaces offer the perfect dining ambiance during the spring and fall seasons. Summer guests enjoy drinks on the outdoor patio and dining on the lakeside deck or the screened-in porch.Spring & Porter
Price: Expensive•Global, International•4.9(659)Spring & Porter features modern, globally-inspired cuisine in a refined yet welcoming environment. Chef Tommy Kaszubowski has created a menu for everyone and, when paired with our impressive wine collection, creates an experience you won't want to forget. From the selection of seasonal ingredients; and our emphasis on local purveyors to the thoughtfully crafted cocktail menu, Spring & Porter is humbled to have you as our guest.
Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(899)We have thoughtfully renovated a historic 1938 log building to a beautiful rustic chic atmosphere. Executive Chef Michael will take great care to provide our Guests a dining experience like no other. Our menu will offer a selection of ala cart steaks, seafood, salads, and shareables. We also offer an array of craft cocktails, beer, and an extensive wine selection. Michael and Maggie Wilp share a passion for quality food and service, careful attention to details, and are determined to treat every person that walks through the door as a welcome Guest.
4653 S. Straits Highway, Indian River, MI, 49749.Terrace Inn and 1911 Restaurant
Price: Expensive•American•4.9(155)1911 Restaurant serves a variety of artfully prepared entrees, appetizers, and salads. All items are prepared in-house by our talented culinary team and feature the best fresh local produce. Enjoy your meal in our charming historic dining room, or on the beautiful terrace overlooking a peaceful park with peaks of Little Traverse Bay.
Open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 5 pm to 8:30 pm
Join us for happy hour from 4 pm to 5:30 pm
$5 off appetizers
$2 off all cocktails
plus $5 off any bottle of wine
We look forward to serving you!
Prost Wine Bar & Charcuterie - Bay City
Price: Expensive•Wine Bar•4.8(71)Prost! is a new refreshing experience located in Uptown Bay City! Offering a wide selection of wine and beer from around the globe, along with perfectly crafted cocktails. Our menu encompasses the European culture from imported charcuterie and cheese, shareable plates, salads, paninis and heartier dishes. We are dedicated to ensuring our guests are given a welcoming experience and bringing something new to the community for all to enjoy!
In the summer, our intimate dining space opens to the wonderful outdoors, leading to a lovely patio experience!
We look forward to seeing you soon!NOMAD.
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(424)About NOMAD.
Located on the waterfront in Bay Harbor, NOMAD. offers a vibrant atmosphere that pairs well with its sharable plates, evolving wine list, and house cocktails.
Our menu was artfully crafted through the senses of a NOMAD, with flavors and influences from across the world.
Recently opened in Spring 2022, our mission is to continuously evolve while always maintaining exceptional quality and creativity.
Please note if booking outside dining, restaurant can't hold inside tables if inclement weather occurs. Thank you for your understanding.
Great Lakes Culinary Institute
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.8(110)At Lobdell's, a Teaching Restaurant, you'll enjoy food prepared and served by Great Lakes Culinary Institute students and beautiful bayside views. Lunch is served regularly during fall and spring, while bakery and coffee service is provided in summer. Special events throughout the year include farm to table and world cuisine dinners, as well as cocktail and charcuterie events.Walloon Lake Inn
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(1,380)Walloon Lake Inn is a unique upscale restaurant, which was totally renovated in 2014. It is a popular destination for people seeking a distinctive dining experience with a reputation of fantastic food, lovely atmosphere and superb service.
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- JJosephOrlando / Central Florida East •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoArtisan is one of our favorite place to dine ! The service is impeccable and the food delicious as always! We celebrate all of our special events there and will continue our traditions there in the future! You will absolutely love it!More infoArtisan - Traverse CityPrice: Expensive• American• Traverse City•4.7
- JJohnChicago / Illinois •2 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoIt was a great atmosphere, service, and food! A wonderful dinner after a long day at conference!More infoAerie Restaurant & LoungePrice: Very Expensive• American• Acme•4.2
- GGERALDVIPNorthern Michigan / Upper Peninsula •8 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoWe enjoyed the shrimp cocktail, fresh beet salad and the surf and turf. Wonderful service and water views!More infoBoathouse RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• European• Traverse City•4.9
- MMichaelVIPNorthern Michigan / Upper Peninsula •107 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoVery good meal, lobster bisque was more broth than a creamy bisque that I would expect and very small pieces of lobster in it. Walleye was very tasty and our server Nate was great.More infoBourbons 72Price: Expensive• Steak• Traverse City•4.6
- DDrewNorthern Michigan / Upper Peninsula •10 reviews5.0Dined on 1 Mar 2025Great vibe, and live music downstairs that night. Thanks for a fun night!More infoLakeview RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Bellaire•3.5
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The Upper Peninsula of Michigan is a heavily forested region rich in game. This area features plenty of outdoor activities and a short but produce-rich summer season. Multiple wineries dot Northern Michigan, offering tastings and dining options paired with the intense and fruity wines made from short-season grapes. Freshwater fish, both cooked and smoked, are abundant and prepared to perfection. Fans of craft beer will enjoy both the beverages and the views of the surrounding lakes in the gorgeous country north of Lake Michigan. If the chill is hard to shake, you can warm things up in Marquette with a Cajun dinner. Be sure to save room for dessert. The Upper Peninsula is rich with wild berries, and you can't leave without trying some pie!
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Child friendly restaurants in Northern Michigan include Artisan - Traverse City, Pierson's Grille & Spirits and Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse