Rounds Restaurant

They say, "If its too good to be True, it probably is not True"…read more In this case, two nights at the Cambra Suites Hotel for 24,000 point total, was True (For comparison, Hilton Rewards demands 60,000 points for one night at a property in Petosky, Michigan - lessor quality establishment) We had both dinner and breakfast at the Reflect Bistro ! Check it out, you won't be disappointed At Breakfast, we met server Mary Ann. Mary Ann gets 5 Stars out of 5 Stars - for professionalism, humor, and friendliness While we did not meet Chef Deb, her bacon was cooked to perfection, her pancakes were, "Light and Fluffy Brown, the Finest In the Town" Chef Deb gets 5 Stars out of 5 Stars for her Bacon and Pancakes

We're traveling to Traverse City and came here for brunch after seeing some good reviews online. We…read morewalked in to find this bistro housed inside a hotel, so we didn't have high expectations - thought it was just going to be another average brunch. We turned out to be amazed by the food. The Michigan Benedict ($16) was extremely well-made. The thick-cut bacon was crispy and stayed crispy even at the end, after being soaked in hollandaise. It just had that simple balance of fatty fragrance and crunchy bite. The Seafood Omelette ($26) was also really, really nice. The portion of seafood was genuinely generous: I counted at least three scallops, four shrimp, and mouthful after mouthful of lobster folded into a provolone béchamel. Scoop up a piece with the toasted focaccia and it's hard to imagine a better way to start the morning. Service was prompt and the room was cozy and unpretentious. We'll definitely want to be back to try the lunch and dinner menu.

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Shaved Ribeye Sandwich

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Cinnamon roll beignet

The Cottage

4.0(326 reviews)

0.8 mi

Highly recommend The Cottage. We ate there one day and it was so good we came back the next day!…read moreThe Traverse City Cherry Pancakes were phenomenal. The service was excellent. Our orders came quickly and everything was hot and tasty.

The atmosphere here does have a homey feel to it. I just wished it had more matched it's name and…read morehave a cottagey feel to it. That being picky though, the place feels welcoming and is brightly lit and feels well cared for. I ordered the Pot Roast ($20). It's described as slow roasted with carrots and onions and mashed potatoes. It was fantastic. The meat was tender and delicious. the gravy was perfect without overpowering. The carrots and onions were a great compliment. Plus the real mashed potatoes were made to perfection. Smooth, yet still had the potatoness to the texture. The taste was one of the better mashed potatoes I've had in TC. I don't know what they do th their TC Cherry Coke, but it is spectacular. Lastly for dessert I got their Lava Cake ($7), it was fine, but disappointing after such a great meal. I don't know if it was from frozen or what. However the texture was a little off andvthe taste was only okay. I wouldn't get it again. The service was very friendly and super helpful. Overall a 4 1/2 star review. Since I have to round, I'm going to forgive the dessert and give a full 5 stars. Would I return? Absolutely. Especially if I'm craving Pot Roast.

Booths and tables

Eggs, bacon and well done hash browns -- served w toast or pancakes

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The Towne Plaza

4.5(613 reviews)

1.2 mi

great food great people especially kimmy! great prices too if you get tanya your lucky alsoread more

One of the best breakfast experiences ever with a great waiter, William. He was quick witted,…read moreattentive and took care of our party of five with his memory and not have ng to write anything down. The OJ from Natalie's is so darn good. Get the Fruit Salad, like a Ambrosia style and is delicious. The Eggs Benedict choice are excellent with plenty of meat too

Stuffed Tomatoes

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French toast- delish!!

Sugar 2 Salt

4.6(220 reviews)

2.5 mi

I had a wonderful first visit to Sugar to Salt and will definitely be back…read more I ordered the breakfast risotto with a side of the cast-iron cornbread. The risotto was outstanding--loaded with incredibly fresh vegetables, smoky tasso ham, creamy raclette cheese, and one of the best pestos I've ever tasted. I wasn't sure how I'd feel about risotto for breakfast, but it absolutely worked. The cast-iron cornbread was also excellent, especially the honey butter glaze and the whole kernels of corn throughout. The service was warm and friendly, even during a very busy brunch. This is definitely on the pricier side, but I felt the quality of the ingredients, the creativity of the menu, and the care that went into every dish made it worth it. My only food-related criticism was that my poached egg was just slightly overcooked, but it was a very minor issue in an otherwise exceptional meal. My biggest suggestion for improvement would be the acoustics inside the dining room. When the restaurant is busy, the noise level becomes overwhelming and takes away from what is otherwise a fantastic dining experience. I ended up sitting outside, and the patio was peaceful and relaxing. I hope the owners consider adding some acoustic treatment because the food deserves an atmosphere that matches its quality. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying several other dishes on the menu.

Found this cute little place on Yelp. Omg. The food here is soooo good…read more My husband and I sat at the bar and ordered two mochas. They don't have an espresso machine but they brew a really good espresso blend. For breakfast, we ordered the carrot cake pancakes, the toast, and a side of turkey sausage. Everything is farm to table and made fresh. The food is incredible. I ordered the carrot cake pancakes. The attention to detail with the candied ginger and homemade rosemary simple syrup was noted. My belly was so happy. The side of Turkey sausage was so good. It's not your basic sausage. They are homemade with roasted onions, leeks, and herbs. This changes every season, which is so exciting. My husband's toast was made with brisket. I tried a bite. The combination of fresh veggies, homemade bread, and brisket was so good. Vanessa was our server. She was so great! So friendly and helpful. This is one of my all time favorite breakfast places. Can't wait to come back.

A shot of the dining room

Tartare w/ pickled vegies and mustard with pickled? pepper

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Multigrain Pancakes

Bubbies Bagels

4.6(161 reviews)

0.5 mi

PRO TIP: order online ahead of time to skip the line!…read more This bagel shop is super popular and there was a line out the door when we arrived on a Monday morning. We got to skip the wait and I just grabbed my order from the shelf. I did have to wait at the counter for them to fill my coffee cup, but I appreciated that it was hot and fresh. The space is small, with no dine-in area, but they seem to move through everyone's orders pretty quickly. I got the nosh (Louie's bacon, Tillamook cheddar, egg, and scallion cream cheese) on a black pepper parmesan bagel. You can also choose from a few other sandwich options, including a rotating feature. The bagel and schmear options lean more savory vs. sweet, which is my personal preference. The bagel was chewy and the sandwich held up pretty well, but I do wish it had a bit more shmear so I might add extra next time. The bagel itself wasn't as flavorful as I was hoping in the sandwich combo, but as I got towards the end I was noticing more of the parmesan. I would definitely come back the next time I'm in town.

Sort off down a ways by the Starbucks in Traverse City, but by far the best bagel sandwich spot in…read morethe area. No real good quick stop cafes or coffeeshops that serve bagels like this from what I've found. Everyone else seems to think the same... place was packed. Line out the door on a Sunday morning in the summertime. However, skip the line and order online. Estimated wait time is pretty accurate. Take your bagel to the beach nearby and eat it there. Can't beat the view.

The Nosh on Black Pepper Parmesan

NOSH on zaatar bagel

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Traverse Bay Cafe

4.0(133 reviews)

0.6 mi

A small gem. The interior is a bit dated and worn but clean, so it feels like that comfy sweater…read moreyou like to wrap up in. Everything was made to order and had a yummy homemade taste. The cakey pancakes were delicious. The hash browns were thin and curly giving the meal a balancing crunch. The team was a bit understaffed so it may take a little time to get everything. The atmosphere is created by incredibly friendly service topped off with '90s grunge playing in the background; which earns the place an extra star in my book!

Outstanding experience. Cute atmosphere. The food was tremendous, the service was nice but their…read moreservice person wasn't in yet. And the prices were reasonable. It's a new place and I absolutely recommend stopping in.

Fresh salmon, dill, goat cheese frittata, hash browns and buttered sourdough toast. Good!

Cuban French toast with maple syrup. Tender house baked bread!

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Reuben Frittata with hash browns and Cuban toast! Delicious!!

Red Spire Brunch House

4.3(258 reviews)

2.3 mi

Excellent fresh food. Servers are good. The kicker is that it's located in the old state…read morepsychiatric hospital, not a place you'd usually dine in.

The food was very good, the service was good. Our server, Dylan, was friendly, helpful and brought…read moreitems out in a timely manner. The regular coffee was delicious, the stuffed French toast was delicious, the eggs benny was okay, but we would try the omelette next time. The only thing we did not like was the sausage patties. The sausage was good quality but way too sage in it--it overpowered the fennel and other spices in it. I would try the sausage links next time to see if they are less packed with sage. And you definitely need reservations. They say they are recommended, they really should be required on the weekends and peak tourist season.

Outside the café from the asylum walkway

Croissant French toast

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Archie's Social House

4.2(90 reviews)

1.1 mi

What an amazing find! We came here twice during our stay in Traverse city because they have…read moreexcellent food, friendly service and good coffee! During our first visit, I ordered their sweet chili chicken and waffle. Fried chicken critters in hot honey kimchi sauce sprinkled with sesame seeds. So good! Sweet, spicy and savory. All the wonderful flavors melded together in great harmony. It's like a party for my taste buds. Not only that, their coffee was also good. I had a mimosa with guava juice. They offer other juices for their mimosas! My husband had the blueberry with lemon curd pancakes which looked so good. On our second visit, I had their kale potato breakfast hash and a side of bacon (3 pieces). Again, another successful execution of the dish. Service is great. The hostess even remembered us on our second visit. The server during our first visit was amazing and attentive. The second, not so much but other people attended to our needs where our server failed to do so.

I don't live in traverse city so this is a combined review for the food truck as well…read more Delicious sliders, but even better cheese curds. The corn avocado salad was not my favorite. It felt like a lot of ingredients on top of full lettuce leaves that made it hard to eat or enjoy. But that's the last of my nitpicking. The fries were fantastic. The service was outstanding and the curry aioli was the superstar. That's something I'd put on everything. The restaurant was very cool, laid back and a great brunch spot.

Inside

Walleye fish and chips (fries)

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Enjoying my book and a great cappuccino.

The Omelette Shoppe

3.9(409 reviews)

1.3 mi

This was a brunch spot that had outdoor seating and a large menu. There were a number of sweet…read moreoptions along with savory choices too. There were unusual choices too, which was interesting to see. The service was friendly and the food came out promptly. I went with the chimichurri omelette. It was made up of prime rib, hash browns, mozzarella cheese, and chimichurri sauce. I never saw this type before, so I wanted to give it a try. I also had a pancake instead of toast. The pancake was cooked a tad over, but it was alright. The omelet was large with plenty of meat incorporated. It was unique with the chimichurri sauce. It helped offset the lack of seasoning of the eggs. I also tried the Traverse city cherry salad which had turkey and cherry salad, pecans, dried cherries, Monterey Jack cheese, and tomatoes with a raspberry vinaigrette. This had a good flavor with the combination of raspberry vinaigrette and cherries, but there was way too much mayo or miracle whip in the turkey. Will I go back? Most likely.

This place was very delicious and cute vibes. However, be very aware of what you ordering. The…read moreprices can get high fast. 90 bucks including tip for just two people. A little silly for a breakfast joint if you ask me...

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The Omelette Shoppe

3.8(246 reviews)

0.4 mi

The food and service were excellent! Ashley was wonderful and I loved the team work amongst the…read morecrew! The ambience was very inviting and everyone seemed to have smiles upon their faces. :) Thank you for a great breakfast experience. :)

Saturday morning breakfast at the Omelette Shoppe while visiting TC...delicious! We tried a few…read moredifferent things , shared, and compared, but there was 1 unexpected champion of breakfast. The Sausage Gravy omelet, with the house-made sausage gravy, rye toast, and the homemade strawberry jam was terrific. The omelet was not only super tasty, but it was enormous! It was extremely filling and the strawberry jam was excellent! The Chimichurri omelet with gluten free toast was equally flavorful with loads of prime rib and chimichurri sauce both inside and on top. It was so big, it could have been 2 breakfasts. The Chimichurri sauce was spot-on, the prime rib was tender and well-seasoned, but had just a bit too much fat on some of the pieces. The GF toast was far better than most places (it was actually the size of a normal piece of toast, not like the dinky gf substitutes you normally get) and accentuated with that same strawberry jam, took it up a notch! The Avocado Toast (also on GF toast) was good, but the avocado mash had just a tad bit too much lemon in the mix that made it a little cheek puckering; however, the tomatoes were fresh, the goat cheese was generously portioned and tasty, and the egg on topped was cooked to perfection. I'd certainly give this one a 2nd chance. The star of the show? The fresh squeezed OJ! Perhaps the best OJ any of us have ever had...seriously. Everyone in our family agreed, and we all went ham on our glasses of juice (LOL). The outside of the building doesn't lead you to expect the amazing level of food that is coming out of the kitchen. Don't get me wrong - the inside is bright, quaint, cozy, and super clean, but the food speaks volumes at a much higher decibel. Our server, Annika, was utterly outstanding! She was funny, personable, engaging, and informative. She made great suggestions, had great stories, and knew how to sell (she sold us on the OJ by sharing how it was made, how much she liked it, and how it was worth all the work they do to make it because of how good it is). Thank you, Annika, for keeping us laughing and making a normal breakfast an unforgettable family outing! We're already making plans for our next visit when we're in TC again.

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Main seating area

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Colleen S.

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12

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14 years ago

When you think "diner", Rounds is what you picture. The waitresses, ah, servers, are right outta da movies too. Unfortunately the food is just okay and there's really nothing special on the menu. Still looking for that be all end all diner in TC. read more

Brianna M.

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55

17

6 years ago

French toast: immaculate. Pork Skillet: superb. Omelet: average. Biscuits and Gravy: order the french toast.

Justin S.

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1

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9 years ago

We are from out of town, feel so lucky we found this place! Great breakfast!!

Frank P.

3

13

7

3 years ago

Good food at a good price. great service, with a nice atmosphere.

Big W.

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24

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9 years ago

One of the best breakfasts in TC.

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