Best Nightlife in Lake Leelanau

"This kitchen/bar not only provides both great food and drinks, but also an amazing atmosphere. It has a great line-up of small plate and sushi offerings with one of the best happy hour deals in the city. Located only two blocks away from Front Street, Firefly provides its guests with a great view of the Boardman River."

"A dazzling small-plate menu, sushi, steaks and burgs at a sophisticated hotspot on the river. No longer hosts Sunday brunch.LD • BAR • $-$$ • 310 S. Cass St. • 231.932.1310"

"With a long, spacious bar and a professional beer taster for a general manager, this place has the best variety of craft brews in town. The tap list includes about 42 beers, two wines and two ciders, with a well-curated mix of flavors across the board. There are beers from a short drive away and from across the country, selected based on style and trend."

"Time and time again, Apache Trout is solid, with excellent service and one of the best views in the city. Situated right on the West Grand Traverse Bay, there isn’t a seat is the house where you can’t see the water. It’s so beautiful that not only makes it one of the best Traverse City Restaurants for date night, but also for a night out with friends and family."

"Rough-hewn eatery affords a great bay view along with ribs, steak, pasta and salad.LD • BAR • $$ • 13671 S. West Bay Shore Dr. • 231.947.7079"

"Poppycocks is a long time favorite, and it was a pleasure to write this detailed post with them. They are easily one of the best restaurants in Traverse City and they have certainly stood the test of time as a local favorite. Poppycocks serves modern American fare, with food that is inspired by global cuisine."

"Artsy haunt serving fresh seafood, prime rib, inventive dinner entrees, fresh pasta, unique salads, sandwiches, and award-winning desserts. Everything made in-house. Quality wines by the glass."

"You can watch your pasta being made in front of you so that is cool, but I really didnt love the menu."

"This watering hole is way too respectable to be called a dive — the floor and counters are clean, the drink selection is decent and there are no weird smells – but it's loaded with friendly characters who tell it like it is. “It’s a bunch of moms with a huge kitchen, a huge living room and a liquor license,” said Wendy Blodgett, 53, who's been serving beer and burgers there more than 26 years. “The food’s better than the service."

"Neighborhood tavern known for its happy hour, wings and pizza offerings.BLD • BAR • $ • 401 S. Union St. • 231.946.8153"

"Vegetarian and vegan friendly, they also welcome dogs on the patio and will even provide a bowl of water in case fido gets thirsty. This soup and sandwich place is ideal for lunch, and it’s pretty healthy too."

"A full bar focusing on local beer, cider, and liquors, the drinks are top notch and not too expensive. They host a fleet of food trucks including Roaming Harvest (Harvest restaurant’s truck) and with careful ordering $10 for an alcoholic beverage and something to eat is both possible and delicious."

"Rotating food trucks offer wildly different menus and The Little Fleet brings the drinks (beer, wine, cocktails). The curated high-quality food, drink and comfortable outdoor block-party atmosphere will turn your summer dreams into a delicious reality."

"Sanctuary is proud to present natural, authentic, and ethically-sourced handicraft. Their offerings include local and American-made work, as well as imported goods, allowing them to show unique and affordable gifts, jewelry, decorative accessories and entertaining accents."

"If you’re looking for a nice breakfast spot outside of downtown Traverse City, we recommend The Cottage on Munson Ave. Formerly known as the Cottage Café in its previous home a few blocks west, The Cottage serves up some tasty breakfast options in a no-frills atmosphere."

"Service was excellent, food and drinks were great, ambience was unmatched!. Wish we'd have come here more than once during our stay in TC."

"With a long, spacious bar and a professional beer taster for a general manager, this place has the best variety of craft brews in town. The tap list includes about 42 beers, two wines and two ciders, with a well-curated mix of flavors across the board. There are beers from a short drive away and from across the country, selected based on style and trend."

"A favorite among the locals, U & I Lounge is a friendly, relaxed hangout that serves American and Greek style food at great prices. TVs are playing sports and it's happy hours daily from 4pm to 7pm. Whether you are looking for a place to eat, or just a place to sit back and relax with friends and a drink, U & I Lounge can't be beat for its quality, service, and price."

"I came in to celebrate with my dad and older brother at 11pm, in reasonable attitude. they inmediately took my older brother's Id and told us all to..."