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Gilchrist Farm Winery

4.4 (24 reviews)
Open • 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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Andrea P.

Cozy little restaurant with the friendliest staff. The menu is seasonal and we were lucky the day we stopped they had made a pot of the most delicious harvest soup (I can't remember the name) but all the flavors complimented themselves perfectly along with the salad we had. Their ingredients are sourced locally and organically, it was such a treat enjoying this wonderful lunch by their fireplace.

Crispy rice
Mark M.

Had a solo res on a Saturday evening. I was quickly greeted and sat down. Very open and inviting indoor seating area. I ordered the crispy rice. Each bit was def crispy and full of flavor. The under carriage had what tasted like a hummus and was also full of flavor. Great complement to the curry rice. The only bummer was no dessert. Would recommend getting a reservation especially if you appreciate farm to table as much as I do!

The chicken biscuit was to die for!
Cassy J.

We recently visited Gilchrist Farms for the first time to have brunch. We were super impressed with the beautiful dining rooms, excellent service and absolutely delicious food. I used to have a favorite brunch spot we visited whenever we came up to visit the Traverse city area, but Gilchrist Farms blew that restaurant away. I love that they take reservations, so you don't have to wait around to get a table. Their menu may not be huge, but everything on it looks amazing. My husband & I shared the fried chicken biscuit and the farm plate and we loved them both. My only complaint is that they don't offer brunch more days, so we can eat their more often. Next time we are in town, we'll try their lunch or dinner as well!

Chive pancake plus toppings, etc
Marin C.

My foodie friend and I have our faves, but we enjoy trying new places, too. This place was new to us. My friend tried the pork on chips. I had the chive pancakes. Pricey, but decent portions (sharing sized) and farm to table quality. It's quite nice inside. Service- good, good.

Breakfast Sandwich (Sunday Brunch). It was amazing!

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High quality food and drink in a beautifully renovated building. Presentation and service were both very professional.

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Atmosphere is cozy feels like a home. Hamburger was yummy. Glad I took my friend that enjoys wine.

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“Cozy little wine tasting on the Leelanau peninsula.”

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