Amazing lunch and wine tasting experience on a cold cloudy day in April! The space is so cozy and…read morewe sat by a lovely fire place. Our server Noel was amazing and made the best recommendations. We loved the Albariño and Northerner (a cab-Syrah blend) - both rare finds in Northern MI. Food was delicious and they were accommodating of my gluten allergy (make sure to ask the server about options as there were way more than the menu said). Can't wait to be back.

Gilchrist is a charming house turned restaurant and winery in equally charming Sutton's Bay. We…read moremade reservations for lunch on a Saturday, though they were not overly busy during our visit. Two of the current Top Chef contestants were previously chefs here before filming. They have a good sized uncovered outdoor patio, and more limited seating inside. The interior seating has a homey feel, the decor is simple Northern, Lake Michigan. The menu is short, but a good variety of options, I'm not sure how often it changes, as the entrees during our visit were a bit more substantial, suited for cooler weather. We had Ceasar salads, Mac and cheese, burrata, and Chicken Marsala. I also had their soup of the day, a beef chili, my favorite item we had. We thoughts the Ceasar was a standard good. The Mac and Cheese was a bit boring and dry. The Burrata was great, nice fresh tomato's. We also enjoyed the chicken. I had a flight of three of their wines, nicely presented. I thought both of the whites, first fruits, and the Gruner Veltliner, were very good. Gilchrist is relatively newer to the area wineries and a nice addition.

The best winery we visited in Traverse!!! Our friends had biked here when they visited a few months…read moreback and we were elated to try a winery none of us had experienced! It's exactly what you want in a cozy small business winery! Walking into the location, there's a pond w outdoor tables and Adirondack chairs. We had the best service w Sharlene- who poured our flights, Flora, Emily and Lily were very attentive and friendly, assisting w our questions and education of the property... the Manitou was soooo good and wish I could've purchased bottles but they were on reserve since they were low on their inventory. Tear. I also want to mention that we watched the ducks come out to eat! It put a happy face on everyone outside!

We never been here before. We get stuck in our ways and go…read moreto the same places over and over. I'm glad we came here to try some wines and eat some snacks and enjoy the view. All the wines we tried were great. We liked the white sparkling wine and the late harvest Riesling. We got the white fish pate from fishtown, always yummy. The outdoor patio was beautiful, and they have an indoor area to sit if weather wasn't good. 16 bucks for a wine flight with good pours. I also loved that they had an espresso bar. I needed caffeine and got a iced maple latte that was yummy.

Our experience at Northern Latitude Distillery was easily one of the highlights of our trip to the…read moreTraverse City area. My husband and I stopped in and were immediately greeted at the front door by a lovely woman who made us feel so welcome from the moment we arrived. She walked us through the tasting experience, pointed out the restrooms, and truly set the tone for such a warm and inviting visit. When we made our way to the tasting bar, we were greeted by a wonderful man who was funny, engaging, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. He explained each spirit so well and made the tasting experience genuinely fun. Come to find out -- the two people taking such great care of us were the owners! Their hospitality and customer service were exceptional and made the experience feel personal and memorable. And the spirits? Absolutely phenomenal. We ended up leaving with six bottles because everything was that good. This was hands-down one of the best experiences of our entire trip. Highly recommend stopping in if you're anywhere near the area!

I had a great experience at Northern Latitude! Apparently this is a new site that has only been…read moreopen a short time. The inside space is huge but I can't wait summer to experience the enormous outdoor area! The staff were super nice and helpful. I love a martini with pickle juice instead of olive juice and they had this pickletini right on the menu. I was in heaven! I also got some spinach and artichoke dip, which was delicious! I can't wait to come back in the summer!

Came here back in October and loved it so much I wanted to visit again with my brother. They have a…read moregood selection of dry to semi dry wines which was right up my palette! I ended up getting a red flight and a white flight which was 3 wines for $12! I've never seen a better deal than that for location, quality of wine and pour. Bill was amazing and even helped upkeep the fire pit right outside. When we got too cold to be outside we had the option of either enjoying our wine inside or in the multiple heated igloo rooms which was a nice touch and allowed space to enjoy everything without being overcrowded. A lot of people came on to purchase wine which they have amazing deals per bottle/case. Overall 10/10 and can't wait to come back in the spring/summer!

From the moment you walk up to Shady Lane Winery, you feel like you've stepped into a little slice…read moreof paradise. Between the vineyards, glowing string lights, and cozy fire pits, the atmosphere is unbeatable. Warm, inviting, and the perfect backdrop for a glass (or two). The staff here are fantastic, friendly, welcoming, and eager to share their knowledge not just about Shady Lane's wines, but also other wineries in the area. It really added to the experience and made us feel at home. Overall, this was such a solid stop and one I'd absolutely come back to again. Great wine, great people, and a setting that makes you want to linger.

My dog and I had some free time before we met up with our friends. I read that 45n was a dog…read morefriendly winery. We arrived at the winery, I left Howie In The car so I could go to the bathroom and ask what the process is if I have a dog with me. They said once they see me on the patio with my dog they'd bring a menu and a bowl of water. They did not disappoint! They even had a treat for Howie. They were very accommodating, and even offered to bring me samples. I never felt forgotten about! They were able to bring their iPad to me to finish paying. Overall a great experience as a solo traveler with a dog. Thanks for the accompdation! We were also able to walk around the grounds, the ambiance was perfect for a Monday afternoon!

A few years ago on a trip to Michigan wine country, I discovered 45 North. This is going to be a…read moreshort and sweet review..... GET THE PEACH SPARKLING! I've never had a better fruit wine. It is the perfect summer treat for sipping on the porch, on a boat, or anywhere really. You are very welcome in advance.

This place is by far one of the most beautiful cideries I've ever been to. This place features so…read moremany views and places to sit at it's absolutely breathtaking. There's decent amount of parking inside the parking lot. We came here during the day where they had live music. The bartender was very friendly and social. Great selection of hard ciders that are made here that I've never heard of before but "smitten" is my favorite hard cider that they had. They got some light food options as well if you get a little hungry. They got plenty of souvenirs and obviously hard cider to take home. Very clean restrooms too! Prices are a bit High but when you're here, it's totally worth it! Highly recommend visiting!

Amazing ciders, beautiful views, great live music, friendly staff ... Suttons Bay has everything!…read moreWe had truly the best afternoon here tasting ciders and admiring the views. I love that you can order blends to mix up the flavors! I got a blend of the cherry and the spicy habanero cider. And the cider slushies were great! I will absolutely be back next time I'm in the area.

If you want to take a break from all the wine, definitely check out Tandem. It's a cute, cozy spot…read morewith a bar that makes you feel like you're inside someone's winter cottage. They have a plethora of ciders-- from dry ciders to fruit ciders to ice cider, and even dessert apple wine. They've got the apple spectrum covered. The bartender was incredibly hospitable and let us try sips before committing to a pint of our favorite. Check them out if you're at a nearby winery.

Tandem is our favorite place to hang out for a relaxing afternoon. It's always a must stop for…read moretheir delicious variety of ciders and friendly service. We never leave without getting a pickled egg and a few pints around their amazing fire pit area. It is relatively small and quaint, but wonderfully cozy and gives you a true locals experience.

We only discovered Mawby thanks to a recommendation from Shady Lane and wow, am I glad we did! Out…read moreof all the wineries we visited, this one easily landed in our top two. If you enjoy bubbly wine, this is an absolute must. Whether you like it dry or sweet, they've got something that will hit the spot. One of the coolest touches is that they seat you with a complimentary tasting of their house wine, such a welcoming way to start the experience. And yes, it was so good we may have brought a bottle (or two) home. Mawby is fun, laid-back, and a sparkling gem in wine country. Don't miss it if you're in the area!

I went to Mawby for part of a bachelorette winery tour and it was awesome. They are such a cute…read morespot with great views, wine, and service. I had a delicious wine flight and we shared charcuterie crackers, cheese, and pickles - it was nice to have a food option that was at a good price. Melinda worked with us and was so attentive and kind and great for catering to a large group of people.

Even tho it was raining, it was an absolute beautiful property! Our friend had stayed on the…read moreproperty so she knew about all the little things to check out. The Barrel room is reserved for guests staying there- but since we popped in, they do servings until 6 but the best part is they also serve cocktails. I can't lie, the main room was open and full of light, we sat next to the cozy fireplace, took our orders to the bartender and had a great time! Recommend the chai latte bourbon... served very boozy but if you wait 8-10 min for the cube to dissolve a little, it is PERFECT! Enjoyed our visit and look forward to returning to see more of the horses, beautiful vineyard and setting!

I knew I wanted to visit one winery while in the area recently, and found Black Star Farms on Yelp…read morewhich was perfect as it was on our way to Hop Lot, which was also on our list. We were greeted right upon walking up to the wine tasting area (they also have a separate restaurant) and they went over the tastings and how it worked. The service was wonderful and I felt really welcomed. The grounds were pretty and we liked watching some horses while we sat on the shaded patio. The wine I tried was good, I'm no connoisseur though. I didn't try any that I would've wanted to buy, but I'm glad we checked this spot out.

wines are top shelf service is friendly…read moreambiance is swanky two thumbs up fire pits and outdoor seating

What a great hidden gem! This winery has beautiful views, an upscale feel, and very reasonable…read morepricing. I loved the Pinot Grigio, but the real winner was the Apple Ginger Hard Cider. Although space is limited here at this Winery, it is definitely worth the stop one your Traverse City Wine Tour!