Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

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Updated 05 March 2025

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Walloon Lake Inn

4.9

4.9 (1380)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Walloon Lake

About the restaurant

Walloon Lake Inn is a unique upscale restaurant, which was totally renovated in 2014. It is a popular destination for people seeking a distinctive dining experience with a reputation of fantastic food, lovely atmosphere and superb service.

Top review

SteveB

Dined 3 days ago

Best meal and service, love Walloon! Daddy dates night with my daughter

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4.9

4.9 (2038)

$50 and over

European

Traverse City

About the restaurant

The cuisine of the Boathouse, created with distinctive flair is refined and contemporary, with an underlying element that echoes the classical French tradition of Escoffier.

The Boathouse experience begins with a drive along the shores of beautiful West Grand Traverse Bay and its sparkling blue waters.

When you dine with us, you get the best of both worlds: We are both locavores and connoisseurs of what the rest of the world has to offer, so you get the freshest, finest ingredients from near and far. Owner Doug Kosch adheres to the "farm to table" concept.

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GERALDVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We enjoyed the shrimp cocktail, fresh beet salad and the surf and turf. Wonderful service and water views!

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Douglas Lake Bar & Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (673)

$31 to $50

Steak

Petoskey / Boyne City

About the restaurant

The Douglas Lake Bar & Steakhouse, known to locals as the “DLB”, has a rich history of providing great food and service in a rustic log building overlooking beautiful Douglas Lake. The two giant fieldstone fireplaces offer the perfect dining ambiance during the spring and fall seasons. Summer guests enjoy drinks on the outdoor patio and dining on the lakeside deck or the screened-in porch.

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Linda

Dined on 29 Dec 2024

Our server was professional. friendly and very attentive!

NOMAD.

4.8

4.8 (424)

$31 to $50

American

Petoskey

About the restaurant

About NOMAD.
Located on the waterfront in Bay Harbor, NOMAD. offers a vibrant atmosphere that pairs well with its sharable plates, evolving wine list, and house cocktails.

Our menu was artfully crafted through the senses of a NOMAD, with flavors and influences from across the world.

Recently opened in Spring 2022, our mission is to continuously evolve while always maintaining exceptional quality and creativity.

Please note if booking outside dining, restaurant can't hold inside tables if inclement weather occurs. Thank you for your understanding.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

Good portions and good food and good service. Also good bar.

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Popular dish

Garlic Chicken

Great Lakes Culinary Institute

4.8

4.8 (108)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Traverse City

About the restaurant

At Lobdell's, a Teaching Restaurant, you'll enjoy food prepared and served by Great Lakes Culinary Institute students and beautiful bayside views. Lunch is served regularly during fall and spring, while bakery and coffee service is provided in summer. Special events throughout the year include farm to table and world cuisine dinners, as well as cocktail and charcuterie events.

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Rebecca

Dined 7 days ago

The dining experience is ALWAYS a step into a quality atmosphere with an unobstructed view of West Bay. The student staff is both informative and never intrusive. The dining area is spacious with tables and seating well thought out - acoustically other activity is not intrusive. The menu selections are creative and fit any appetite and cocktails allow the unfamiliar to experience a unique beverage. The whole dining experience ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!

Elizabeth's Chop House

4.7

4.7 (781)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Marquette

About the restaurant

Our Story… Heritage, Passion, Love…
Since I was 5 years old, I’ve been in a restaurant kitchen. It is my life.
Cooking is my passion. My love is my wife, Elizabeth. Her passion is service.

This restaurant is a culmination of our passions, devotions and love.
We hope you will enjoy our efforts to bring you that same passion
in the finest quality food and the areas finest service.

Relax, sit back and enjoy a delicious dining experience.

Your Hosts,
Tom and Elizabeth Wahlstrom

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 27 Feb 2025

Best crab cake we have ever experienced and both our steaks were cooked perfectly to order.

Artisan - Traverse City

4.7

4.7 (1252)

$31 to $50

American

Traverse City

About the restaurant

Artisan Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern offers a unique and innovative dining experience with magnificent views of Lake Michigan. Our Great Lakes-inspired, New American cuisine has an emphasis on farm-fresh fare from local and regional farms, celebrating the theme of craftsmanship and sustainability.
With booking a table in Artisan please advise your table will be reserved for 2 hours starting at the time of your reservation.
PLEASE NOTE THAT OUTSIDE TABLES ARE RESERVED UPON REQUEST BUT CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.
If you have requested a table outdoors, please be advised that in the case of inclement weather, we will do our best to accommodate your party inside at the same reservation time, however we cannot guarantee a table inside at the same exact time and may need to adjust the reservation time accordingly.

Top review

Joseph

Dined 3 days ago

Artisan is one of our favorite place to dine ! The service is impeccable and the food delicious as always! We celebrate all of our special events there and will continue our traditions there in the future! You will absolutely love it!

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4.5

4.5 (218)

$31 to $50

American

Harbor Springs

About the restaurant

Welcome to the Pier Restaurant, an iconic waterfront dining destination with views of Harbor Spring's yacht basin and Little Traverse Bay. This historic Northern Michigan restaurant provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you choose to dine outdoors at the water’s edge or enjoy your meal indoors surrounded by classically designed nautical décor. Our diverse menu features fresh Great Lakes fish, hand cut beef and incorporates locally sourced ingredients. Our extensive wine list and creative cocktail menu will surely enhance your dining experience. Join us for a memorable culinary journey, quite literally on the water.

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graceVIP

Dined on 1 Mar 2025

Unique and yet delicious meal choices. Quiet and peaceful dining experience.

Weathervane Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (117)

$31 to $50

American

Charlevoix

About the restaurant

Welcome to Weathervane Restaurant, where you’ll find the best waterfront dining in downtown Charlevoix. Immerse yourself in a culinary journey where attentive service meets the essence of regional cuisine, all while surrounded by breathtaking views of the waterfront.

Choose to dine al fresco on our expansive deck, where you can soak in the refreshing breeze and admire the picturesque parade of boats passing by. Alternatively, embrace the cozy atmosphere indoors, where the focal point is our magnificent stone fireplace.

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Scott

Dined on 21 Feb 2025

Outstand food and service, as usual! Always enjoy our time at The Weathervane. Thank you!

Aerie Restaurant & Lounge

4.2

4.2 (1536)

$50 and over

American

Acme

About the restaurant

With panoramic views of Grand Traverse Bay and a vibrant, contemporary menu, Aerie Restaurant & Lounge has always been a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Located on the 16th floor of the Tower, inside Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, we have proudly served northern Michigan for more than 10 years. Our acclaimed dining venue favors friendly over formality and has become a mecca for those who love bold, exciting flavors. We feature local wine and beer selections and make a point of sourcing local ingredients to give you a true taste of Northern Michigan. Join us for dinner Wednesday- Saturday, and brunch on Sunday.

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John

Dined 3 days ago

It was a great atmosphere, service, and food! A wonderful dinner after a long day at conference!

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