50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Traverse City

“We had such a great time on this tour! From the moment we arrived and played fun games in the lobby while we waited for the whole group to arrive, to the biking, kayaking and brewery stops...my family had a blast! Our guide was friendly, helpful and fun! Highly Recommend.“

“Slabtown is one of our must go to stops,everytime we are in TC..the staff are best I've seen ..quality of food top notch ..hot fast ..filling.. no better burger In TC..WISH I HAD A SLABTOWN BY ME...LOL“

“The food was amazing! We really enjoyed talking to the owner /chef, all around great experience!“

“First and foremost, our waitress was April. Y'all, all I can say is, she is one of the most customer minded waitresses I have ever come across. She knew her menu, what was going on in the restaurant as far as customers go, and was very pleasant and not in a fake way. The food was very very good. I had the Chicken Alfredo. Hands down the best I've had. For dessert, it was the Apple Carmel Cheese Cake. OMG sooo good. If you haven't tried the Flying Noodle, I would highly recommend you do.“

“Great! Love the tofu scramble. Re potatoes- suggestion: they used to be better; now to small, get overcooked too easily. No flavor.“

“My kids say the pancakes and potatoes are out of this world! Perfectly cooked bacon, fresh squeezed OJ. For those with a more diverse palate don’t pass up on the stuffed pepper. Kimmy took great care of us!“

“We loved taproot!! Food was amazing.! Great for gluten free and vegan. Even had a small dog menu! Our pup had a burger for dinner and our waitress was fantastic and welcoming to us and our dog! Thanks for a great experience! We will be back“

“First time here and it was delicious!!! Fresh, fast , tasty food and friendly service! I don’t make it to TC often, but I’d make a trip for this place when I do!“

“Great food Great experience Dan the waiter is amazing ! Very friendly , professional waiter , highly recommend Dan - he’s the best !“

“Red Ginger is the full experience. The staff (Randy is our favorite server), drinks, food and atmosphere are simply put… AMAZING! They keep great records for when we call to make reservations. We always get the table we like. They are on top of allergy sensitive issues and are willing to adjust menu items (when they can) so we have more options. We never feel rushed or like they are trying to push us out for another sitting. This is our favorite restaurant to visit!“

“awesome playlist, friendly staff, food pretty good“

“A definite hidden gem in TC! Had wonderful breakfast this past Saturday and hopefully the restaurant will be there for years to come.“

“The best chicken soup you can get in TC!!!!“

“OMG… SOOOOO GOOD! We called ahead to see how busy it was and Stephanie was delightful on the phone. When we came in Stephanie’s warmth, charm and friendliness met us at the door! She chatted with us about the restaurant and how it’s a product of her and her husband’s love for food. Everything is sourced from specific farmers so they know where all their ingredients are coming from! 💗 Our sever Vynessa 😊 was AMAZING, took great care of us, gave recommendations, chatted with us and poured love into her service! The food…. Holy smokes, it was so effing good! We had risotto, the flavors and textures just complemented each other perfectly, the best risotto I’ve ever had. The quiche was just as good and had great ingredients of rapini, sweet potato, broccoli, carmalized onions and more! We also had roasted potatoes and bacon sausage. We grabbed a scone and cinnamon roll to go, haven’t tried them at the time of posting this review. Please go here, support small, support local and have some of the best food of your life! P.S. it was so good, we went back the next day and it was just as wonderful! 💗“

“Good food, perfect breakfast spot, and great service! Thanks, Sarah, for the friendly smile!“

“Just went to Dons for the first time in 20 years, and it’s as great as I remember! It was my girlfriend’s first time and she’s lived in TC her whole life! Wow!“

“I was a little apprehensive that a food truck at a campground would be good. it was amazing! so glad I had it my last night or I would be eating here every night! note: I had the great northern burger.“

“This is our favorite restaurant in Traverse City. I’ve dined here many times times over the past several years and have been impressed each and every time. The food is always above expectations and on every visit there is something new to try. The atmosphere is cozy and never rushed. From the gracious owner, to the exceptional servers and the amazing bartender (she really is the best) they always make you feel like family. If you haven’t been there you are missing out on a wonderful dining experience.“

“I will always recommend J&S to anyone. I love the atmosphere and the friendly staff. The food is excellent and fairly priced. Great portions as well. The family who owns it gives back to the community 10 fold. A million stars all around. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Amazing food, great vibe! Much needed option on OMP.“

“True diamond in the rough, food is excellent. Can’t wait to go back again. Thank you Peegeo’s!!“

“Beautiful winery, amazing service, and a beautiful view!“

“Amazing whisky, great atmosphere. A must stop when you are nearby.“

“It’s worth your salt to try Identity Brewing. Your first impulse may be to say “What’s up with the biscuit sandwiches?” Biscuits is a clever choice. They taste good. And they maintain their structural integrity when stacked with cuban, club, veggie, and chicken fixins’. That’s as opposed to, say, the buns used by Traverse City hot dog joints, which fall apart before they’re half eaten. Try the Chicken Cordon Bleu biscuit sandwich. Pair it with a pint of Strait Up if you like an IPA, or Amanda’s Folly if you prefer a soft blonde ale. And if you visit Identity between the rushes, chat with the staff. They’re good eggs. The guy we talked with has some of the best body art I’ve seen since the Navy. The gal will tell you she’s got a tat, too. Fair warning: she doesn’t. She gets tickled when she tells men she has a tattoo, then sees their eyes roam across her neck, hands, and ankles looking for it.“

“This place was great! The bloody mary was delicious. We had the spinach dip with pita chips and tortilla chips. Tasted great. The wedge salad was so good. My husband had the chicken tenders and waffle fries which he thought were delicious. The wait staff were so friendly too. We will definitely be back!“

“The best Pizza in the area. No doubt, awesome atmosphere super friendly staff. Definitely. A home atmosphere had fun playing pool with my son in the back for free. Tables a little beat up. But what do you expect for free was still fun? Pizza was amazing so much food. So full, i'm definitely playing.I'm going there more often“

“Michael made our experience unforgettable!
On our annual girls trip/celebrating a birthday, Michael took his time explaining the wine tasting menu and customizing flights based on our preferences. This was our first experience at LFC and we will be returning!!!“

“Just had the blueberry lemon ricotta pancakes. Wowzers! And she had the corned beef hash and scrambled eggs. Spot on breakfast food, top notch service only means we will be back again very soon! Keep up the hard work!“

“Great brews and friendly staff! What could be better except free beer 🙄🤩“

“We recommend this place. The Hibachi is great! Great delicious food and cool show. The grill masters are all cool respectful fun and know how to cook the food. They Make people feel comfortable and included. The servers are great too and keep your drinks replenished! Wear your stretch pants!“

“Earthen Ales is a pleasant place to enjoy a beer. I stopped by to try a flight of beers and really enjoyed their darker ales. It feels pretty casual and welcoming, and I like how it’s kind of hidden away back there. I’ll have to look out for their beers in my neck of the woods.“

“This has been my favorite stop of our vacation thus far. The beer selection is large so I initially figured it was a quantity of quality place. NOPE. Every beer we tried was solid if not out right delicious. The pizza is made to order and the crust is made by a local. It was incredibly enjoyable. The owner was there working his butt off which shows me just how much heart goes into opening everyday. The staff was attentive and the regulars were friendly. Not to mention that the atmosphere is a vibe.“

“For a town with many beer options… Silver Spruce offers varieties not usually done well in MI as well as mitten classics.

They ALWAYS hit their flavor profile target for what they’re making and the staff is talented, knowledgeable and super-friendly. Highly recommend!“

“my friends and family love Mulligans thanks for the consistent quality!“

“Best burger and fries in Traverse City!“

“My sister got my husband a private wine tasting experience that we took our friends to. Hiro did an amazing job telling us about the Vineyard and how the wine is made! My husband loved it and asked soo many questions.

Sherrie was also amazing! We did our wine tasting with her! She brought me some sweet wines to try instead of the white. My friends and I all had positive things to say about the employees and our time!“

“One of my favorite restaurants - it has excellent options for meat lovers (the braised short ribs are delightful) and vegetarians (the quinoa masa cakes are so good)! Don't forget dessert here either.“

“We enjoyed breakfast yesterday and wanted to give a big shout out to Rae!! She was super cool, and she did a great job on a busy Saturday morning!“

“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.“

“Mama Lu's catered our wedding with their starters, sides, and taco bar, and it was a huge success! They were easy to work with from the start, and we were able to customize and choose the taco bar and offerings to fit the needs of our guests! 10 out of 10 stars! ❤️🎉 Thank you!“

“I was disappointed today when dining at Reflect Bistro for our 49th anniversary. We made a reservation and mentioned our anniversary. The person taking the reservation said he would note about the anniversary. We ordered an appetizer, I had a salad & the Pepperdelle, husband had seafood pot pie. The calamari appetizer was totally different than when we ordered it in the past. It had a spicy sauce drizzled all over it and a pile of arugula on top. The salad was good, but probably 1/2 the size it used to be & not enough dressing. Couldn’t get the server’s attention to ask for more dressing. The pot pie was1/2 the size it used to be, had just a small triangular piece of crust on top of a soup of gravy, peas & corn with 2 scallops, 2 shrimp & a small piece of lobster. The price was $5 more than last time. So you get the picture, 1/2 size of previous portion, fillers of greens to make it look larger & Increased prices. My Pepperdelle had fresh spinach leaves piled on one side of the bowl, the bowl was about 1/2 the size it used to be & the seafood in it was much less than before & the price was raised. Unfortunately we will be writing this restaurant off of our list of favorites from now on.“

“Great food! Brought the family out for Ramen and nobody left hungry. Even grandson approved!“

“One of our favorite pizza places in TC. Our family enjoys eating in as it is rarely ever busy and there are ample booths available. The only complaint is that it can get a bit chilly in the winter time with the door so close to the dining area. Otherwise food is great--highly recommend the Greek pizza and the wraps!“

“My favorite destination in traverse city is Bonobo Winery. Not only is the great, and the food is too! And, you can’t beat the view!

What makes the visit so wonderful is the staff! Big shoutout to both Linda and Nic, these ladies are remarkable!“

“Best pizza in Traverse City!!!“

“Small quaint makes good memories“

“Our office ordered take out lunch from The Kitchen today. First of all, everybody at the office thought the food was delicious; obviously freshly prepared and very fair proportions. There was one small hiccup in our order. Ashley went out of her way, above and beyond, to fix the issue and take care of us!! I am absolutely sure we will order from there again. The staff was bright and friendly. In an era where good old fashioned customer service has gone to the wayside, The Kitchen and Ashley showed me that it still exists!! Thanks again for a great lunch and a great experience!!“

“Have been buying Asiago Roasted Garlic bread for years. Great Bread toasted loaded with real garlic cloves. However the last loaf lacked any Garlic at all. Very disappointed is this the new norm to be expected or was this an aberration? The latter I would hope otherwise we will be opting for a new bakery. Have a nice day ?☀️“

“On a stormy Monday afternoon, (May 18th), my wife and I were seeking a trendy lunch spot in Traverse City to celebrate our last full day in town and we discovered FireFly. Although the weather was wet and gloomy, our day was instantly brighter when we entered to encounter Leah, our smiley, welcoming, and cheerful waitress. She seated us next to a window, was eager to serve, made great menu recommendations, and was one of the highlights our last day in Traverse City. We would like to give her a huge shout out for making our visit to FireFly memorable.“

“This place is awesome!got us in last minute the start of restaurant week!!3 course was absolutely fantastic!the BBQ chicken pizza delicious!???? cheesecake on point.would give more stars if possible.???????“