So great! Service was prompt and professional. Menu changes daily and is exquisite. I enjoyed the…read moreseafood tasting appetizer which was amazing, fresh lettuce cups, perfect bitter crunch, fresh shrimp. I did catch a few shrimp shells but otherwise perfect. I did add a bit of lime juice and salt for flavor. The bread was delicious! I met a new friend at the bar and she and I enjoyed splitting the Wagyu beef 8 ounce with risotto. This was delicious and perfectly prepared rare with a chat. The risotto gravy was a bit rich for me. I would have loved a steak sauce but enjoyed adding lemon butter. Wonderful all around night before my asylum tour.

My husband and I came here to celebrate our 6th wedding anniversary. This was our first date night…read morein over a year after having our baby, so we were really looking forward to a special evening. The restaurant itself had a beautiful, rustic and romantic atmosphere, and the hostess was lovely about accommodating our request for a quieter table. Unfortunately, the experience went downhill once our waitress began taking our order. She initially gave us great wine recommendations and was pleasant while explaining the specials. However, when I decided to order the white pizza instead of the trout because I wanted something lighter, her attitude completely changed. She became noticeably aggressive and dismissive, which made us feel as though we were being judged for choosing a less expensive item from the menu. The service continued to be disappointing. I had to ask for the complimentary bread, and I waited nearly 30 minutes for the second half of my wine. When we asked about it, we were abruptly told that the bar was busy. Her tone throughout the rest of the meal was extremely inconsistent, including literally yelling across the table, "How's the food?" It was so unexpected that my husband and I almost had to laugh. Unfortunately, the food itself didn't make up for the experience. The appetizers were decent, but our mains--the ravioli and white pizza--were very average and lacked flavor. We've been to many fine-dining and Michelin-starred restaurants around the world, and we understand that service can occasionally have an off night. What was disappointing here was feeling judged based on what we chose to order. Customers should feel comfortable ordering anything from a restaurant's own menu without being treated differently because of the price. The restaurant itself has a beautiful atmosphere and a lot of potential, but given our overall experience, we unfortunately won't be returning or recommending it to family and friends.

Wow. This is some of the best Italian food I've had outside Italy!…read more Every dish executed with care and the freshest ingredients. Raves for the Carbonara which was sooo decadent but somehow delicate too! Noodles cooked to perfection made the sauce swim in every bite. The calamari was slap your nonna good! Neat twist with the fried pepperoni but perfectly crusted and fried squid. 10/10. The cheesy garlic bread was basically Detroit style pizza - the crust buttery and charred. The Italian sandwich...omg. The fillings are high quality meats that any salumeria would be proud of. The Italian style lager and their Loose Cannon cocktail are sooo good! Great service, if a bit deliberate in a rush, in a really ambient little space. Can't say enough. Estato fantastico

My family and I spent part of our summer in Michigan and we stayed in Traverse City for part of the…read moretime. Our meal at The Flying Noodle was the best meal we've had all year. We walked in on a Friday night where it was already very busy. The hostess was kind enough to squeeze me, my husband and my son at some bar seats after a short wait. We sat at the bar with Jake and he was great. Attentive but not obtrusive. He made good recommendations and made polite conversation. We started with the cheesy garlic bread and while that sounds like a pretty basic dish, it was fantastic. My kid loved it so much, he ordered some to-go take back to the hotel for a snack. My son had the pizza and my husband had the alfredo. Both loved their meals. I had their lemon chicken pasta dish and it was the best thing I've eaten in a long time. The chicken was braised and fall apart, packed with complex flavors. The homemade pasta soaks up the delicious sauce. The lemon made the dish bright and flavorful. If we had stayed in Traverse City for any longer, we would have gone to eat here every single day. If we come back, this will definitely be a place we visit again. Thank you for the great meal!!

Really well prepared food, we got something from Every…read morecategory and it all came out equal quality made!! The desserts were slightly lacking, but appetizers and entrees were FLAWLESS!! Service was super friendly, he definitely went above the normal for us. Ambiance was casual, we were stuck by the kitchen door so it was a little hectic but the quality of food made up for it!!

We were walking through downtown Traverse City and looking for some place to eat when we passed…read morethis Italian restaurant and figured it looked good. It also smelled like garlic which was awesome. I had Gambaretti which had jumbo shrimp, white wine, lemon, garlic, red paper and I believe it's a type of pasta. It was very good. My friend had the chicken parmigiano which he really liked. This is a very expensive restaurant and it doesn't come with anything else. We ended up paying $6 to get a side a bread with oil and balsamic vinegar. The balsamic was amazing!! My friend also got an Arnold Palmer drink which he said didn't taste very good but he drank most of it anyway.

Best Italian I've had. The smoke old fashioned was fantastic. Service was exceptional. Our…read moreentire group was very impressed.

Higher end restaraunt at the commons. Enjoyed some dishes more than others but overall a great…read moreexperience. We sat at the bar which was staffed by two very efficient bartenders who did it all. It was nice to be able to see right through to the kitchen from the bar. Really enjoyed the mussel special (not sure if this is always on the menu). The prosciutto fig salad was quite good too but a very small serving size for two people to share as an appetizer. The crostini served with the burrata was very tasty and crispy. The best dish was the fettuccine which has pork ragu and fresh parmesan. This was recommended by our server and it did not disappoint. I only wish there were just a couple more noodles because the amount of meat was very generous. If you're deciding between here and the other Italian place also at the Commons (I don't think I can say it by name) I would actually recommend PepeNero's over that one!!!!

Amazing food and service! Something for everyone to try!…read more Fresh ciabatta and excellent salads!

Very nice lunch. I had the eggplant piadina with delicious grilled eggplant, topped with mozzarella…read moreand a basil pesto. Very flavorful and on delicious flatbread. My daughter had their turkey sandwich and it was also very good. You have to like Dijon mustard as it takes over the sandwich ...but still yummy. We shared a cucumber apple salad which was somewhat bland. Needed salt, garlic, or something to give it some oomph. I will definitely head back to try their homemade sausage and pasta. Great neighborhood spot. Sat outside and enjoyed the day!

I think the two premier burgers spots in Traverse City are Slabtown Burgers and Glendale Burger…read moreShop and in my opinion, Glendale wins by a landslide. Insanely good smashburgers, perfectly cooked fries, and simpler menu that makes a few things really well. I had their version of a patty melt along with some Parm fries. My wife wasn't super impressed with the olive burger, but we loved the vibe and would definitely come back again when we're in TC.

We gave Glendale Burger Shop a shot this weekend and they delivered a great smash burger and nice…read morefries! The Oliver (triple) was exactly what I'd been craving in a Michigan-style olive burger. The pimento olive spread was generously slathered on to the crispy lacey-edged smash burger patties topped with Swiss cheese on a nicely toasted brioche bun. The olive spread was perfect...just enough to be bursting with flavor, but not so overpowering that it dominated the entire burger. The fam tried The Junction and The Laura, both on lightly toasted Gluten Free buns. The Junction (Glendale's version of the classic Oklahoma onion burger) was very good, and the GF bun was met with positive reviews. Glendale even offers GF fries, which were excellent (their normal fries are seasoned & battered; but the GF fries were a bit better). If you're looking for a thicker, juicier burger, this is not your place. These are straight up paper thin, crispy smashers. And if that's what you're looking for, I'd recommend no less than a double, if not a triple. Drink selections include bottles of various Northwoods sodas, sparkling water, and other choices from the cooler. Glendale presents as an old-school diner, with cool decorations and some posters of Saginaw heritage (the owner's roots). Speaking of the owners...the lady working the register and delivering food to everyone was one...and she was super sweet and nice. It made for a great experience right out of the gate as we were figuring out what we wanted to order. You walk up to the counter and order, then they deliver to your table; or you can sit on a stool at the counter, just like a classic diner. Plenty of seating, but when they get busy, it fills up quickly, yet the service remains fast for the cooked-to-order burgers & fries. Décor is fun (they have a Big Boy!) & fitting for the diner vibe. The entire place is extremely clean and well kept. Pride of ownership shines through in the entire experience.

i got my drink super fast and then this lovely lady brought me so much yummyness stuff and it's…read morenice in there

Fun happy hour! Great service - thanks Sarah!! I don't…read moreknow the manager's name but we watched him with customers -- amazing! Very nice restaurant. Very clean. Not so loud we couldn't chat. Fun!

Not much to look at from the outside, but inside, the people are friendly, the restaurant is clean,…read moreif dated. They have home-cooked soups and desserts that were outstanding! My friend from the Detroit area and me from Chicago were amazed, and so pleased we came here to eat. and they have Coke zero.

Wow what a find!! Such charm and home spun goodness. So many home made items. Adorable friendly…read morestaff and the food is sooo good I ate it before I could get a picture. Definitely coming back here again and again. Even the music is on point. Lots of locals eating lunch as a group demonstrating camaraderie. Love it here. Oh did I forget Im a chef...

I literally panic when I'm coming to an end of one of my jars of jam or mustard from here haha…read more You can order online if you're out of state like me. But, I love coming in the store and trying all the goodies, buying my favorites and purchasing new things. The staff are always friendly and you can try anything in the store. Even if it's not out for a sample. Maple Cream: 1000000/10 Honey Mustard: 1000000/10 Rhubarb marmalade: 10000000/10 Lemon custard: 10000000/10 Raw honey: 1000000/10 Lemon honey: 1000000/10 Catching my vibe? I never tried something here and didn't like it. It's so dangerous. If you're shopping and are from out of town, if you buy 6 or more jars they can ship it to your home! They have free recipes cards for things you buy too! They don't use preservatives here and a lot of the produce they use to make their jams and honey are local! I dream of this place. It's heavenly.

I always stop by when in town! Love that they are so very "Pure Michigan". The DT store is always…read moreso preppy and well presented. Kristi greeted us right away. I'm addicted to the Pumpkin Seed Salsa-amazing! I got a great deal-Buy 6 and the 7th was half off! Thistle honey, fruit curds, and the Triple Berry Conserve is delicious! I so appreciate Kristi and her well run store! See ya next time!

Order was ready quick. We had a three topping pizza with cheese sticks and marinara/garlic sauce…read more The sticks were excellent. The crust could've been a little crispier but the pizza had lots of toppings. We'd eat there again.

The crust makes or breaks a pie; this crust is broken. Sorry to the proprietor but it's buyer…read morebeware. The marinara is tasteless and the overall result is something I wouldn't serve in my own kitchen.