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“Only come here if you want to drink great beer and cocktails in the middle of a romantic forest. It’s a must do. We came in October and it was perfect. Leaves changing, pumpkin beer, rosé mimosa (we came early). Stop in for a snack, a drink and a bonfire.“
“We are locals and frequent Hawkin’s Farm Cellars a lot. The service is friendly and the Thai food is exceptional. My husband especially loves the Pad Thai chicken and I am a huge fan of the Green Curry dish. You could literally close your eyes and just point to anything on the menu and never be disappointed!“
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“Went for Steak night on Thursday night and it was delicious! Love how they offer so many "great" specials. Will be going back again for sure!“
“Black Star Farms & Coordinators Danny/Meghan: Simply the Best Wedding Day!
If you are looking for an effortlessly beautiful, stress-free, and truly amazing wedding experience, book Black Star Farms immediately and ask for Danny and Meghan as your coordinators. Our wedding on September 19, 2025, was flawless, and it was entirely due to this incredible team and venue.
The Venue: Breathtaking Beauty
Black Star Farms provides a setting that is beyond comparison. The sights and views are spectacular—from the vineyard backdrops and rolling hills for our outdoor ceremony to the beautiful spaces indoors. The natural beauty of the property means you need minimal additional decor.
Beyond the visuals, the food was exceptional. Our guests are still talking about the quality and presentation of the meal. The entire experience felt sophisticated, local, and incredibly high-end.
The Team: Danny & Meghan's Excellence
Danny and Meghan, our coordinators, are truly the reason our day was so easy and stress-free. Their amazing communication throughout the planning process kept us organized and calm. They are masters of attention to detail, proactively handling logistics and ensuring every transition—from ceremony to cocktail hour to reception—happened seamlessly.
On the wedding day, they worked tirelessly behind the scenes, ensuring all vendors were supported and that we, the couple, only had to focus on enjoying the moment. They are professional, warm, and absolute experts at what they do.
We highly recommend Black Star Farms, and especially Danny and Meghan, to any couple dreaming of an elegant, smooth, and unforgettable wedding celebration.“
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“Always been my fave since 90’s. Their new deep dish is SO GOOD! Hubz and I really enjoyed it“
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“The food was delicious“
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“Best s'mores latte I've ever had!“
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“Great food and service! Sheila was fantastic!“
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“This restaurant is the best. Everyone has a great attitude, the restaurant is well organized and the food delicious.“
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“Great food Great experience Dan the waiter is amazing ! Very friendly , professional waiter , highly recommend Dan - he’s the best !“
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“We stopped in for an after lunch, early dinner. We weren't looking for a spot necessarily but definitely glad we did. Very cozy feel, definitely family friendly. Good drink options and appetizers as well. We had a fish sandwich and a Reuben and both were excellent. Service is super fast and the staff is really friendly.“
“Beautiful winery, amazing service, and a beautiful view!“
“Green Bird is a little slice of Heaven! They even practice sustainable farming via their “flerd“ (flock of chickens and herd of sheep) who rotate through each row of vines. I sat down and immediately signed up for the wine club because I knew this was something I wanted to support! And yes, the server was new this season but very knowledgeable and warm. No high-brow wine snobbery here! P.S. wine and cheese pairings are fantastic.“
“Had lunch after some wine tasting a bit further north. Bad Dog Deli was recommended by a young lady at 2Lads Vineyard and we were not disappointed! The sandwiches were delicious and the staff friendly and helpful.
Parking: Good sized off street parking lot with plenty of space for the busy lunchtime crowd.“
“This winery was at a time, one I’d ignore. I never found the wines very interesting. However!!!, we visited the winery and they got rid of all the tchotchkes to focus on the wine. If you are fortunate enough to meet the tasting manager Hiro Miura, you will learn about gorgeous, delicious, interesting facts about grapes in every stage and distinction and contribution to the final product called wine. I’m a retired chef and I learned so much in our relatively short visit to the vineyard. I enjoy making connections with people I meet along my travels. This visit was marked as a favorite. Thank you Hiro for sharing your passion.
Warmly,
Sharilyn“
“Our love story started here on Old Mission Peninsula in 2020. Little did I know that 5 years later, I would also marry my husband here. Bonobo holds a very special place in our hearts and is one of our favorite vineyards that we visit each time we come to Northern Michigan. We are also wine club members here because their wine is our favorite!
We made sure to stop here on my bachelorette party in June. All my bridesmaids understood my love for Bonobo!
It only made sense that 2 days before our wedding in August we would host a private family dinner here too in The Library Room. The food and service was incredible - the attention to detail throughout planning the decor, the menu, and the wine selections! Couldn’t have asked for a better night.
Then the night before the wedding, my husband and I decided to make one last stop at Bonobo after our rehearsal dinner which was further down the peninsula - our last drink before becoming husband and wife. Our photographer of course came along and got some of my favorite pictures of the whole weekend here!
Then on Saturday, our ceremony was at St Joseph Catholic Church (right next door from Bonobo). Many guests had a glass of wine after the ceremony at Bonobo and enjoyed the views of the vineyards and the bay before our cocktail hour + reception at Delamar.
Bonobo, you’ll always be a very special place to us. Cheers to our love aging like fine wine!“
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“We love the nostalgia of this place the decor has a classic up north feel. We have brought our kids here for dinner a few times this past year and they have loved the burgers and pizza! The service and staff are always welcoming and make us feel like we are part of a family every time we come. My favorite is the perch, I personally live the way they prepare it with just a light dusting of batter.“
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“I loved everything about this restaurant except the price. That being said, you get what you pay for. 2 very tasty beers, and 2 huge plates of crispy fish & chips for my girlfriend and I with some whitefish dip as a starter set us back about $100. The drive there is part of the experience so dont forget to look around and imagine the life you'll never have owning or working at any of the hundred vinyards. The service was stellar, for our large group + 1 baby we felt well looked after. The beer was delicious, but if I knew it was $10 for 1 glass and roughly $25 for a growler, id have brought my own cup. If I'm back in Traverse City, Ill definitely go back for the fish and chips and a growler of beer.“
“I like this winery because the staff pays 0 attention to you, which is a great thing in my opinion! You can wander around and do whatever you want. Lots of seats outdoors. I was able to see the grapes still on the vine. I had a riesling, very good. Not bad prices for a flight. around 20 bucks for 2 people.“
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“Amazing service and flavors“