Downtown Dinner & Drinks

Red Ginger — good sushi, cocktails and Asian fusion; Our favorite restaurant. Dishes to try: Sea Bass; Chinese Ribs; Spicy Calamari

Flying Noodle — handmade pasta and Italian favorites

Mama Lu’s —tacos, margaritas and casual dinner downtown

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Casual Spots & Outdoor Hangouts

Folgarelli's Market & Wine Shop -- Italian deli & market; Fresh made pizelles & biscotti & subs; Try the Caprese!

The Little Fleet + Crocodile Palace — outdoor food truck park with cocktails and casual bites

Farm Club — brewery, farm-to-table food and beautiful outdoor space

Seven Hills — coffee, cocktails and Mediterranean inspired dining on Old Mission Peninsula

Fiddleheads- (Lake Leelanau)- brunch & sandwich shop owned by big Phish fans

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Breakfast & Coffee

The Omelette Shoppe — classic breakfast and brunch

Bubbie’s Bagels — fresh bagels, coffee and quick breakfast options (Liza’s favorite is the Super Nova on everything)

Common Good Bakery — pastries, coffee and grab and go breakfast favorites

Old Mission Lighthouse — science lake views and a beautiful drive through cherry tree lined roads on Old Mission Peninsula

TART Trail — walking and biking trail that runs along the water through Traverse City

Van’s Beach & Reynolds Street Beach — great places to search for Leland Blue stones along the water

Good Harbor Beach—one of our favorite spots for a bonfire and sunset

Empire Bluff Trail- Great, short hike with majestic overlook

Esch Beach — a peaceful Lake Michigan beach near Sleeping Bear Dunes

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore— hiking, dune views and some of the most iconic scenery in Northern Michigan

Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive— a relaxing drive through Sleeping Bear Dunes with incredible lake overlooks and photo stops

Front Street— downtown Traverse City shopping with boutiques, bookstores (Horizon), coffee shops and local favorites (On the Rocks gem store has beautiful specimens & is amazing!)

The Village at Grand Traverse Commons— Decommissioned psychiatric hospital (Northern Michigan Asylum), now filled with shops, cafes, & restaurants. We loved taking the 2hr Guided Historic Walking Tour!

The Tinker Studio— thoughtfully curated home goods, gifts and artisan finds on Old Mission Peninsula

Wilson Antiques— downtown antique shop with multiple floors (Nick’s favorite)

Maggy’s Vintage— curated vintage clothing and unique finds

The Candle Factory— locally made candles, home decor and gifts in historic waterfront building

Mari Vineyards— Italian inspired winery with beautiful views of Old Mission Peninsula

Peninsula Cellars— local winery located in a historic one room schoolhouse on Old Mission Peninsula

Bowers Harbor Vineyards— relaxed winery with outdoor seating and lake views

Black Star Farms— winery and tasting room known for beautiful countryside views

Farm Club— brewery, farm to table fining and beautiful outdoor space and garden

The Filling Station— pizza and local beer in a restored historic train depot

Jolly Pumpkin— waterfront brewery and restaurant on Old Mission Peninsula

Nocturnal Brewing— craft brewery with a cozy atmosphere and rotating tap list

Coin Slot- Bar with pinball, arcades, air hockey, & Ske-Ball!

Golf— championship golf courses located on property

Spa & Wellness — massages, facials, cold plunge, and spa services available at resort

Tennis & Pickleball— indoor and outdoor courts available for guests

Pools & Beach Club— indoor/outdoor pools and beach access for relaxing between wedding events

Turtle Creek Casino— casino and nightlife located just a short drive from the resort