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Art's Tavern in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Leelanau Peninsula

Art's Tavern

The scent of sizzling bacon and fresh coffee greets you at Art's Tavern, where locals gather around weathered wooden tables sharing stories over hearty breakfasts. This Leelanau Peninsula gem transforms throughout the day - morning coffee turns to afternoon craft beer, while the outdoor patio fills with families…

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Boone's Prime Time Pub in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Leelanau Peninsula

Boone's Prime Time Pub

Boone's Prime Time Pub brings classic American comfort food and drinks to the scenic Leelanau Peninsula. You'll find hearty burgers, crispy wings, and satisfying entrees that hit the spot after a day exploring wine country. The bar showcases local craft beers on tap alongside handcrafted cocktails and an impressive…

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Brady's Bar in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Traverse City

Brady's Bar

Brady's Bar brings that perfect neighborhood pub energy to Traverse City with cold craft beer flowing from the taps and handcrafted cocktails mixed just right. The outdoor patio buzzes with conversation during summer evenings while live music drifts through the air. Inside, friends gather around high-top tables…

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Cedar Tavern in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Leelanau Peninsula

Cedar Tavern

Tucked away on the scenic Leelanau Peninsula, Cedar Tavern brings together the best of Northern Michigan's laid-back charm and serious attention to drinks. The handcrafted cocktails shine alongside an impressive wine selection that celebrates local vineyards, while craft beer taps rotate with regional favorites. The…

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Dillinger's Pub in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Traverse City

Dillinger's Pub

Step into Dillinger's Pub and you'll find the kind of neighborhood gathering spot that Traverse City does best. The atmosphere strikes that sweet spot between casual and lively, with local craft brews flowing from the taps and bartenders who know their way around a cocktail shaker. Sports fans claim the bar stools…

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Frankfort Villa Marine Bar in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Benzie County

Frankfort Villa Marine Bar

Frankfort Villa Marine Bar brings together everything you want in a Benzie County gathering spot. Their craft beer taps rotate through Michigan favorites while bartenders shake up handcrafted cocktails that go down easy after a day on Lake Michigan. The outdoor patio draws crowds during summer evenings, especially…

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Hungry Tummy Corner Pub in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Beulah

Hungry Tummy Corner Pub

A neighborhood pub in Beulah serving classic pub fare and cold drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.

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Joe's Friendly Tavern in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Leelanau Peninsula

Joe's Friendly Tavern

You'll find Joe's Friendly Tavern tucked away on the Leelanau Peninsula, and honestly, it's become my go-to spot for everything. Start your morning with their hearty breakfast, then swing by later for craft beer and handcrafted cocktails that actually taste like someone cares about what they're making. The wine…

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Laughing Horse Saloon in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Benzie County

Laughing Horse Saloon

The Laughing Horse Saloon brings authentic Western flair to Benzie County with a menu that satisfies everyone in the family. Their kitchen turns out hearty American classics while the bar pours local craft beers, carefully selected wines, and handcrafted cocktails that hit the spot after a day exploring Northern…

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Low Bar in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Traverse City

Low Bar

Tucked into downtown Traverse City, Low Bar lives up to its name with an unpretentious vibe that draws locals and visitors alike. The dimly lit space buzzes with conversation over carefully curated wines, rotating craft taps showcasing Michigan breweries, and cocktails mixed with genuine skill. Exposed brick walls and…

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Nolan's Cigar Bar in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Traverse City

Nolan's Cigar Bar

Step into Nolan's Cigar Bar and you'll find Traverse City's most sophisticated spot for unwinding after a day on the bay. The handcrafted cocktails here rival anything you'll find in Detroit or Chicago, while the craft beer selection showcases the best of Northern Michigan's brewing scene. Premium cigars meet an…

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North Bar in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Traverse City

North Bar

North Bar captures that perfect neighborhood hangout vibe right in downtown Traverse City. The spacious patio buzzes with conversation and clinking glasses, while inside, exposed brick walls and warm lighting create an inviting atmosphere. Local craft beers flow alongside an impressive wine selection that highlights…

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Oaky's Tavern in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Grand Traverse County

Oaky's Tavern

The scent of wood-fired cooking and the gentle hum of conversation fill Oaky's Tavern, where exposed brick walls and warm lighting create that rare combination of cozy and lively. Local craft taps pour alongside carefully selected wines, while the kitchen turns out comfort food that satisfies everyone from carnivores…

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The Beacon Lounge at the Park Place Hotel and Conference Center in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Traverse City

The Beacon Lounge at the Park Place Hotel and Conference Center

Right in downtown Traverse City, Park Place Hotel strikes that perfect balance between business-class comfort and family-friendly warmth. The lobby welcomes you with polished stone floors and oversized windows that frame views of the bustling Front Street scene below. Kids love the indoor pool area, while parents…

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The Little Fleet in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Traverse City

The Little Fleet

The Little Fleet is a downtown Traverse City bar at 448 E Front St with handcrafted cocktails, natural wine, craft beer and live music. Crocodile Palace serves Szechuan inspired food year round from its kitchen, and food trucks fill the lot in the warmer months.

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The Pub in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Traverse City

The Pub

The Pub brings that classic neighborhood tavern feeling to Traverse City with something for everyone in your crew. Pull up a barstool and sample their rotating craft beer taps while catching the game on multiple screens, or grab a table with the family for hearty American fare. The bartenders know their way around…

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U & I Lounge in Traverse City
Bars & Pubs-Traverse City

U & I Lounge

U & I Lounge strikes that perfect balance between neighborhood hangout and elevated dining destination. The craft beer taps rotate with Michigan favorites alongside carefully selected wines that complement their American comfort food menu. Groups gravitate here for good reason – the space encourages lingering…

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