Sarah's Guidebook

Sarah
Sarah's Guidebook

Food scene

This is the best restaurant in town. Unpretentious fine dining with 3-5-7 course options with wine pairings. Exquisite cuisine. Across from The Little Fleet. Book in advance!
67 locals recommend
The Cook's House
115 Wellington St
67 locals recommend
This is the best restaurant in town. Unpretentious fine dining with 3-5-7 course options with wine pairings. Exquisite cuisine. Across from The Little Fleet. Book in advance!
Wonderful coffee roastery for beans, drip, and good vibes. In the warehouse district amongst beautiful boutiques and cafes.
Fortunate Coffee Co
Wonderful coffee roastery for beans, drip, and good vibes. In the warehouse district amongst beautiful boutiques and cafes.
Incredible middle eastern fare in warehouse district. Artisanal coffee beverages, pastries and breakfast and lunch entrees.
23 locals recommend
Hexenbelle
144 Hall St
23 locals recommend
Incredible middle eastern fare in warehouse district. Artisanal coffee beverages, pastries and breakfast and lunch entrees.
On-site farm to table delights with a Scandinavian feel, in house beer and wine in a stunning setting. Located in beautiful Leelanau County. 15 minute drive from this listing. Bodega with locally made crafts and groceries onsite.
89 locals recommend
Farm Club
10051 Lake Leelanau Drive
89 locals recommend
On-site farm to table delights with a Scandinavian feel, in house beer and wine in a stunning setting. Located in beautiful Leelanau County. 15 minute drive from this listing. Bodega with locally made crafts and groceries onsite.
Craft coffee shop with pastries and brunch/lunch fare walking distance from this listing! Spacious hip setting.
26 locals recommend
Mundos Roasting & Co.
1238 Boon St
26 locals recommend
Craft coffee shop with pastries and brunch/lunch fare walking distance from this listing! Spacious hip setting.
Excellent Italian cuisine located at The commons in the historic and famous Building 50. Great food, wine, and cocktails and worthwhile outing to explore that area.
60 locals recommend
PepeNero
700 Cottageview Dr
60 locals recommend
Excellent Italian cuisine located at The commons in the historic and famous Building 50. Great food, wine, and cocktails and worthwhile outing to explore that area.
Fabulous Jewish deli on this side of town. Get the Supernova!
7 locals recommend
Bubbie's Bagels
1215 E Front St
7 locals recommend
Fabulous Jewish deli on this side of town. Get the Supernova!

Nightlife

Local trendy and favorite watering hole with craft cocktails and an amazing Taco kitchen called Happy’s. Best tacos in town.
Everyone’s favorite spot. Fire pit and tacos, tasty libations and community regulars.
172 locals recommend
The Little Fleet
448 E Front St
172 locals recommend
Everyone’s favorite spot. Fire pit and tacos, tasty libations and community regulars.
Dark and elegant speakeasy style bar with excellent craft cocktails downtown.
52 locals recommend
Low Bar
128 S Union St
52 locals recommend
Dark and elegant speakeasy style bar with excellent craft cocktails downtown.
Our only nightclub! For dancing under a disco ball. 🕺🏼 Walking distance on a warm night.
20 locals recommend
SideTraxx Dance Bar
520 Franklin St
20 locals recommend
Our only nightclub! For dancing under a disco ball. 🕺🏼 Walking distance on a warm night.
Rooftop bar with beautiful view of west bay. Popular summer spot in warehouse district.
43 locals recommend
Hotel Indigo Traverse City
263 W Grandview Pkwy
43 locals recommend
Rooftop bar with beautiful view of west bay. Popular summer spot in warehouse district.

Neighborhoods

Scenic drive, wineries, quiet beaches. Hazerot Beach*
14 locals recommend
Old Mission
14 locals recommend
Scenic drive, wineries, quiet beaches. Hazerot Beach*

Sightseeing

The Sand Dunes on The National Lakeshore: Pierce Stocking Drive Empire Bluffs The Dune Climb Esch Beach Frankfort Beach Whaleback Trail
43 locals recommend
Empire
43 locals recommend
The Sand Dunes on The National Lakeshore: Pierce Stocking Drive Empire Bluffs The Dune Climb Esch Beach Frankfort Beach Whaleback Trail

Arts & Culture

Local Museum with rotating exhibits and a beautiful permanent collection, nearby. Milliken Auditorium is adjacent- check for up to date concert listings.
30 locals recommend
Dennos Museum Center
30 locals recommend