Best Diners in Lake Leelanau

"At Sparky’s Diner, you’ll get a classic menu for breakfast in Traverse City. Some of your options include omelets, country-style biscuits and gravy, French toast, pancakes, oatmeal, and steak and eggs. Two things that make the diner stand out, though, are the build-your-own eggs sandwich and the corned beef hash omelet, which features Swiss cheese."

"I gotta say though that for as much as I love eating comfort food at my own job, I need a break every now and then, you know, to change it up."

"Applebee's is the largest casual dining chain in the world, with locations throughout the U.S. and many countries worldwide. Dress code: CasualPhone: +1 231-929-2929"

"As another authentic diner experience in Traverse City, Randy’s Diner has been a terrific hangout spot since 1997. It has one of the finest breakfast menus because nearly everything that you could want to start your day is available. Check out this list!"

"Best Beach for Picnics and a Book: Located next to the NMC College Maritime Academy and the Maritime Pier. It's a great park for relaxing and reading a book or taking a walk out on the pier. It boasts a deep lush grassy area from the road, Picnic Tables, Grills and Swing Set."

"Between Clinch Park and Bryant Park beaches is Sunset Park Beach. More urban lakefront, Sunset Park Beach a great place to read on the beach and enjoy views of bats from the nearby Duncan L Clinch Marina. It’s a great location, right off Front Street, about a block from the Traverse Bay Cafe."

"Best Beach for young families and small children: This park at the city�s eastern edge is located in a quiet residential neighborhood that�s sheltered by lots of majestic pines. Here there are extensive picnic areas, restrooms, a nice play area, a lifeguard station and a shallow sloping beach. But the best advantage is that there isn�t very much automobile traffic nearby, and the water is extremely shallow for quite a long way."

"Located on East Bay Boulevard, Easy Bay Park has a lot going for it. Views of the glass tower of the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, a pleasant park area with grills and bathrooms, and a small playground all make this beach ideal for families with young children. The water of this Lake Michigan bay remains very shallow for a long distance out, allowing new swimmers as well as those who are more inclined to wade than free-style, to splash to their heart’s content."

"This quiet beach lies on the west end of the East Arm Grand Traverse Bay. This beach also has restrooms, picnic tables, and a lifeguard. Situated on the south end of the east side of and at the base of Old Mission Peninsula."

"Best Beach for Amateur Archeologists and Snorkeling: A small, quiet beach at the end of Division Street on West Bay, with restrooms and a small parking lot, this can be a fine place for morning sunbathing and swimming, and is popular among families with small children. But its most unique feature is that much of Traverse City�s frontier waterfront was located just west of the beach -- you can still see the jagged stumps of old wharves and piers out in the water, which frequently washes up bits of sand-frosted glass and smoothed bits of planks from long-ago sawmills. Overlooking West Grand Traverse Bay at the foot of Division Street, on Grandview Parkway, just west of downtown."

"Running in a sandy arc from Traverse City’s Open Space a mile west to M-72, West End Beach has long provided a measure of summer’s vital signs. Locals and visitors stake out space on shore, while boaters anchor nearby, creating a boat-to-shore social scene. The region’s most active volleyball action fires up here as well, with teams competing nearly every evening all summer long."

"Adjacent to Volleyball Beach, separated by Division Street, on the west end of the downtown Traverse City shoreline is West End Beach. West End Beach is one of the favorite places for those who desire some quieter beach time than you’ll find on other downtown beaches. People go here for more tranquil mornings and take smaller kids here."

"My mom used to go here as a kid and hang out with her friends, and we did just the same thing growing up.This old school walk-up window ice cream parlor has about a million different flavors, and they are famous for their peach frozen yogurt.Even though I’m normally a vanilla with some sort of chocolate bits kind of girl, the peach frozen yogurt makes me feel nostalgic, and so I always opt for it. You can’t go wrong with a sundae or a dipped cone, either!. Great prices, great portions, great value."

"I love getting the dollar cone, it's a stellar deal.On my last visit they put the little number in my door han..."

"When you're downtown Traverse City and hoping to find a place to rest your weary feet, grab a quick bite to eat, and a good cup of coffee, you should visit Brew. Located in the historic Opera building, the aesthetic is cozy and a bit moody. Given their comfortable and ample seating options, you won't be in a hurry to leave."

"Mostly known for its espressos, coffees, teas, local wines, microbrews, and other seasonal drinks, the Brew is a rustic-chic coffeehouse. You can find it in the same building as the City Opera House. Despite its popularity for beverages, it serves breakfast all day."

"Pretzels where delicious, come in 6 or so different flavors. Lots of dipping sauce options. Staff was friendly and efficient."

"We got the house made cinnamon roll, Flo's Benedict, and the crab Benedict!. It was all awesome and came out hot!. Levi was a great server and answered all..."