Mark the guitarist/entertainer was great! The views and sunset were wonderful.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Gen Merritt
The view is what makes this place. Small bar with a few tables and about 6 or 8 bar stools, a bit older feel, but fantastic view over Traverse City.It's not what it once was prepandemic. Hopefully, they can bring back that same vibe and elevation.They do offer small plates in the summer season. No gluten-free options but includes tapas like margarita pizza, white fish dip (they were out of today), firecracker shrimp, wings, fried potato nachos, a potato pizza (I hear that's pretty good), and a few more items.Evan, the bartender, was friendly and remembered our drink orders from the previous visit.It's definitely worth the visit for the view while having a few cocktails ? and hoping they do a bit more with ambiance and vibe/energy of place to enhance the experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Queen C.
Cody was wonderful, served me up a delish Raspberry Martini with a side of great personality. Also saw him being extra, and taking pictures for his customers. I'm in customer service and can recognize going above and beyond. Kelley also stuck out (though she didn't serve me, I had Cody) because she apologized to the next customers about something beyond her control and tried to rectify it.
Stephanie J.
Great view of Traverse City. We went after dark but I bet sunset is gorgeous. Very intimate space. Take the lobby elevator to the left of the front desk (and behind you a little) to the floor marked T. Bartender was efficient and friendly. It was seat yourself so at times mad scrambles for tables. Wasn't impressed with the creativity of the cocktail menu - kinda traditional. Prices $13-$16. Hubby got bourbon on the rocks and they charged extra for the ice. Don't know if they had snacks as no food menu was shared. The singular floor staff person was not very good; saw them on their phone or talking to the bartender more than checking on the tables. We had to go to the bar to order our drinks and get our check. Will come back though due to the great venue and live music.
Tom O'Reilly
So we were sitting at the bar and listened to the bartender argue with the server about she was closing the bar promptly when the band ended at 10:00. This was while the bar was so busy they were turning people away due to capacity. At about 9:40 they suddenly had a “computer problem” so they couldn’t take new orders yet the computers were completely functional for closing out tabs. I don’t believe there was any real computer problem other than the bartender wanted to go home early. If i owned this bar I would be making changes as I saw hundreds of dollars in potential revenue turned away for no reason at all. I’ve visited this place many times over the years and they have always had a great atmosphere and fit people in even sitting on the windowsills. This gem was why I stayed at the Park Place, but I probably won’t bother in the future.
Wessels Domine
Our favorite place before or after dinner in TC. Great views all year round.
a J
This is such a nice place for a night cap. The bartender was super sweet. Good variety to drink. View is amazing.
Don T.
Great view. That's it. Gotta imagine the entire hotel will be closing soon.
Open only a few months after COVID-19 closure for the past two years, we enjoyed some tasty appetizers while overlooking the Grand Traverse Bay in the distance, as the Cherry Festival carnival lit the area. Surrounded by what windows on all sides, we took in sunset and the gorgeous landscape. Although the menu was limited (understandably) the service was great. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because the bar setting could use a little more TLC, but don't let that stop you from enjoying this historic landmark and the views!
ToneMan
It's a cool place with great views. Very small though so it can get packed.
Christopher W.
Well, they were doing there best with the restrictions forced upon them. What hasn't changed is the friendliness and drink quality. Enjoyed a few drinks and apps prior to dinner at another location.
Terry Hernandez
The food and the cocktails were really good, the waitress Ashley gave us a perfect service. I recommend to come visit this place without doubt.
mdecastro
the staff is very friendly and accomodating. special thank you to Amanda who got us set up at short notice. we were 24 hours away from saying our vows and needed a place. the views were breathtaking, we could not have asked for a better place . and we will definately be back to visit,especially since we are local
Super great views,drinks, and service. !!
Definitely needs updating, but the view is
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 3
Mark the guitarist/entertainer was great! The views and sunset were wonderful.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
The view is what makes this place. Small bar with a few tables and about 6 or 8 bar stools, a bit older feel, but fantastic view over Traverse City.It's not what it once was prepandemic. Hopefully, they can bring back that same vibe and elevation.They do offer small plates in the summer season. No gluten-free options but includes tapas like margarita pizza, white fish dip (they were out of today), firecracker shrimp, wings, fried potato nachos, a potato pizza (I hear that's pretty good), and a few more items.Evan, the bartender, was friendly and remembered our drink orders from the previous visit.It's definitely worth the visit for the view while having a few cocktails ? and hoping they do a bit more with ambiance and vibe/energy of place to enhance the experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Cody was wonderful, served me up a delish Raspberry Martini with a side of great personality. Also saw him being extra, and taking pictures for his customers. I'm in customer service and can recognize going above and beyond. Kelley also stuck out (though she didn't serve me, I had Cody) because she apologized to the next customers about something beyond her control and tried to rectify it.
Great view of Traverse City. We went after dark but I bet sunset is gorgeous. Very intimate space. Take the lobby elevator to the left of the front desk (and behind you a little) to the floor marked T. Bartender was efficient and friendly. It was seat yourself so at times mad scrambles for tables. Wasn't impressed with the creativity of the cocktail menu - kinda traditional. Prices $13-$16. Hubby got bourbon on the rocks and they charged extra for the ice. Don't know if they had snacks as no food menu was shared. The singular floor staff person was not very good; saw them on their phone or talking to the bartender more than checking on the tables. We had to go to the bar to order our drinks and get our check. Will come back though due to the great venue and live music.
So we were sitting at the bar and listened to the bartender argue with the server about she was closing the bar promptly when the band ended at 10:00. This was while the bar was so busy they were turning people away due to capacity. At about 9:40 they suddenly had a “computer problem” so they couldn’t take new orders yet the computers were completely functional for closing out tabs. I don’t believe there was any real computer problem other than the bartender wanted to go home early. If i owned this bar I would be making changes as I saw hundreds of dollars in potential revenue turned away for no reason at all. I’ve visited this place many times over the years and they have always had a great atmosphere and fit people in even sitting on the windowsills. This gem was why I stayed at the Park Place, but I probably won’t bother in the future.
Our favorite place before or after dinner in TC. Great views all year round.
This is such a nice place for a night cap. The bartender was super sweet. Good variety to drink. View is amazing.
Great view. That's it. Gotta imagine the entire hotel will be closing soon.
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Open only a few months after COVID-19 closure for the past two years, we enjoyed some tasty appetizers while overlooking the Grand Traverse Bay in the distance, as the Cherry Festival carnival lit the area. Surrounded by what windows on all sides, we took in sunset and the gorgeous landscape. Although the menu was limited (understandably) the service was great. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because the bar setting could use a little more TLC, but don't let that stop you from enjoying this historic landmark and the views!
It's a cool place with great views. Very small though so it can get packed.
Well, they were doing there best with the restrictions forced upon them. What hasn't changed is the friendliness and drink quality. Enjoyed a few drinks and apps prior to dinner at another location.
The food and the cocktails were really good, the waitress Ashley gave us a perfect service. I recommend to come visit this place without doubt.
the staff is very friendly and accomodating. special thank you to Amanda who got us set up at short notice. we were 24 hours away from saying our vows and needed a place. the views were breathtaking, we could not have asked for a better place . and we will definately be back to visit,especially since we are local