The Filling Station is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

1. The Filling Station

9.3
642 Railroad Pl, Traverse City, MI
Brewery · 49 tips and reviews

Katy R.Katy R: We had the Burlington Northern pizza and #3 beer - Bacharach Golden Ale; in a word, they were delicious! The staff was very friendly and the atmosphere was low key and comfortable. We'll be back!

Abby A.Abby Anderson Jones: Delicious flatbread pizzas! Laid back bar service. Order at the counter and wonderful train station vibe without being over done 👍

Peter J.Peter Jensen: drinkable brews, tasty flatbreads, and nice environs.

The Workshop Brewing Company is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

2. The Workshop Brewing Company

8.5
221 Garland St Ste A, Traverse City, MI
Brewery · 31 tips and reviews

Adam Q.Adam Quidort: Awesome staff very laid back and knowledgeable. Had a great time

Craig H.Craig Hutcheon: Great craft beer and live music. Also a surprising family hang out spot.

Dave H.Dave H: Great brewery with a cool theme. Live music we saw there was great too. Pumpkin Saison FTW.

Brew is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

3. Brew

8.6
108 E Front St (Union St), Traverse City, MI
Coffee Shop · 67 tips and reviews

Awesome MittenAwesome Mitten: They have a unique, quirky style with an extensive menu of coffee drinks, martinis, wines, beers, sandwiches, salads, and treats. Artfully decorated, and absolutely a place to relax and hang out. Read more.

Dan K.Dan Kautman: Just chilling out on a Sunday night listening to some good music and drinking some great coffee!

Haley A.Haley Anne: Very vegan soup is absolutely delicious...! 😃

Slabtown Cafe And Burgers is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

4. Slabtown Cafe And Burgers

8.9
826 W Front St (at Spruce St.), Traverse City, MI
Burger Joint · 35 tips and reviews

Mark W.Mark Wolff: Olive burger was juicy, decadent, delicious!

Laramie B.Laramie Bates: Veggie Burger was fantastic and shake was pretty darn alright!

Cherry B.Cherry Buzz: Many great choices, but we recommend the Big Blue Burger (bacon & blue cheese stuffed into the patty) and the Rodeo Burger (bacon, cheddar, BBQ sauce). Simple presentation, but sophisticated burgers.

Spanglish is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

5. Spanglish

8.9
1333 Yellow Dr, Traverse City, MI
Mexican Restaurant · 13 tips and reviews

Andrew M.Andrew McFarlane: Delicious Mexican specialties - I'm a huge fan of the Three Sisters vegetarian tamales. Butternut squash = yum! You can get them for there or in packages of 6 to go.

ak310iak310i: Closed mondays beginning aug 2018 :(

Brooke M.Brooke Morgan: Never leave here disappointed! Amazing flavor, fresh veggies, good prices, and friendly staff. Make sure to pick up a Spanglish iced coffee/ Horchata before you leave.

Poppycock's is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

6. Poppycock's

8.5
128 E Front St (btw Cass & S Union), Traverse City, MI
American Restaurant · 33 tips and reviews

Karyn  @konorth O.Karyn @konorth O: An original and well-loved restaurant in Traverse. They're always trying something new and flavorful. One of my fav places, and yet so casual!

Brad T.Brad Thies: Excellent food, great atmosphere, fun beer list. Very vegetarian friendly.

Lisa W.Lisa Wilczak: Evan was amazing. Great service. Thx. Oh, and the creamy pesto pasta was super.

Milk & Honey is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

7. Milk & Honey

8.3
240 E Front St, Traverse City, MI
Ice Cream Parlor · 5 tips and reviews

Holly R.Holly Ringle: Lemon blueberry creme fraiche was exceptional!

Pete A.Pete A.: This place puts Coldstone to shame! Organic, GMO-Free, Shetler's Dairy milk...delicious!

Dave M.Dave Mulder: Best ice cream in Traverse City

The Little Fleet is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

8. The Little Fleet

8.9
448 E Front St (Wellington), Traverse City, MI
Beer Garden · 22 tips and reviews

Jordan Beck W.Jordan Beck Wagner: Awesome atmosphere and the food from the food trucks was amazing! I highly recommend it :)

Angie O.Angie O'Mara: Go see the bartender Jess, she's awesome!!!

Amy S.Amy Steffen: The Brunch Burger at Toasted Brunch Anytime is awesome.

Bubba's is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

9. Bubba's

8.9
428 E Front St, Traverse City, MI
Bar · 67 tips and reviews

Carly P.Carly Peyton: Pulled pork, veggie burger, portobello burger—with sweet potato tots! 👌

Tracey P.Tracey Peal: TATOR TOTS!!!! I love Tator Tots!

Brandy W.Brandy Wheeler: Best Bloody Marys in town.

Grand Traverse Pie Company is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

10. Grand Traverse Pie Company

8.7
525 W Front St, Traverse City, MI
Café · 25 tips and reviews

Kris V.Kris V: Great service, great food. The blueberry crumb pie is my favorite. Also, you can't go wrong with the beef pot pie - comfort food at its best.

USA TODAYUSA TODAY: Some say N. Michigan grows the best cherries in the world. Here they still make every pie by hand. With dozens of selections, it's hard to go wrong, but we’re partial to cherry-peach crumb. Read more.

Jeanne L.Jeanne Locke Johnson: Get mountain berry!!!

North Peak Brewing Company is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

11. North Peak Brewing Company

8.6
400 W Front St (Hall St), Traverse City, MI
Brewery · 96 tips and reviews

Melissa N.Melissa Niernberg: Had the mussels appetizer, very good! Cool building, great atmosphere.

Jenny M.Jenny McIntosh: Mozzarella sticks are the best in the entire universe.

Ty S.Ty Schwab: Peak Burger is huge and amazing. Highly recommended. I had medium and it was cooked perfectly.

The Omelette Shoppe is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

12. The Omelette Shoppe

8.0
1209 E Front St, Traverse City, MI
Breakfast Spot · 21 tips and reviews

Sara C.Sara Claybaugh: Amazing Eggs Benedict and the Best Hot Chocolate! Very generous portions so you will not leave hungry.

Awesome MittenAwesome Mitten: One of our Top 5 Places for Breakfast in Traverse City! Read more.

EatDrink TCEatDrink TC: Great breakfast. It will warm you up and get you ready for a full day.

Blue Tractor Cook Shop is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

13. Blue Tractor Cook Shop

8.1
423 S Union St, Traverse City, MI
American Restaurant · 65 tips and reviews

katherine k. r.katherine k. robinson: Try the house made veggie burger! Lots of vegetarian and gluten free options. Great salads, too.

Chip R.Chip Rice: Cuban Burger - that's all I have to say.

Kristin F.Kristin Farrell: BBQ Pork Mac & cheese is excellent but VERY BIG...split if u can!

Patisserie Amie is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

14. Patisserie Amie

8.2
237 Lake Ave #200 (8th Street), Traverse City, MI
French Restaurant · 40 tips and reviews

Julez W.Julez Way: I had the Ouefs Norwegian and LOVED it. Salmon, poached egg, spinach, hollandaise. So yummy! Nice relaxed atmosphere and we didn't feel weird in our jeans and Tigers shirts.

David N.David Noller: Au Saumon Crepes are delicious! Capers, greens and smoked salmon. Pleasantly fishy and salty.

Chip R.Chip Rice: One of my favorite places in TC for breakfast. The Friture De Pain and the French Omlete are a couple of the reasons. Don't forget their coffee and deserts though - fantastic!

Dino's Pizza is one of The 15 Best Casual Places in Traverse City.

15. Dino's Pizza

8.6
543 E Eighth St, Traverse City, MI
Pizzeria · 7 tips and reviews

Brenton D.Brenton Dalgliesh: The pizza is superb. The crust is amazing. The price is just right.

AJ C.AJ Cannon: Best pizza in TC hands down. Open later than most places in the area which is awesome and one of the employees is pretty fine, added bonus!

George M.George McKay: Best pizza in town