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The Mill

3.9 (65 reviews)
Closed • 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Upscale
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating

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Avocado toast
Carson J.

The inside was intriguing and spacious - no doubt about that. But for the price we paid for our food, portion sizes felt scant. I'd give the avocado toast a shrug and nothing more. Glad we stopped by but would probably opt for other coffee chops in the area!

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Rob W.

We all got coffee and went to the patio to enjoy. The patio is right along a river running along the back of the establishment. The day was on and off rain so we caught the timing right. I got the vanilla iced latte and the taste was just right. Everyone seemed to enjoy the coffee and the nice little stop on our adventure. We will stop again when in the area.

Outdoor seating
Morgan-Emilee A.

We come here anytime we are visiting Traverse City. It is about a 45-55 min drive away though. But, you can make a whole day in Glen Arbor after. This place has gotten very busy over the years. So plan to stand in line for a bit. Once you place your order the drinks and food comes out pretty quick! I like the style of this shop. It's very bright, clean, and rustic. You can even stay here! We only have come for breakfast and then later morning for sandwiches for the lake. The breakfast and sandwiches are always good. The show stopper are their pastries. They are all soo fresh and flaky croissant. Today I tried to Quiche. You can choose from gravy, bacon and jam, or veggie for the toppings. I went with veggies. Very good. So good everyone stole a bite haha. The outdoor seating is beautiful, and the indoor is very beautiful as well.

Linda I.

Tasty lunch that felt both cozy and slightly upscale. I got a Fisherman's Stew which was warming and hearty, but not heavy. Also beautifully presented. And split a couple of cookies with friends. Really enjoyed the ginger cardamom one! If hungry, I would recommend getting a couple items (like pick 2 between their soups, salads, and sandwiches). The portions were on the smaller end.

Spring vegetable chowder... so delicious!
Jaclyn H.

The food is local, fresh, and thoughtful. It feeds the soul and nourishes the body. The service is warm, welcoming, and friendly. The atmosphere makes you feel like you're at home, it is calm, and it's like you are up north to your family cottage.

Aliza M.

During a heat wave: Hands down best ajo blanco soup and matcha lemonade of my life. FLAVORFUL! Got the (new to the menu) $14 cherry tomato salad.... amazing! Would get again and again. The Indian family next to us asked our advice and I exuberantly said to get the tomato salad as well, which has Indian spices in it, and they loved it and said how excellent it was too! Also great service should be mentioned.

Matcha Latte

Stopped in on a cloudy morning to check it out... Such a wonderful experience enjoying breakfast on the river! Great views and great food!

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Reviews are mixed. Many highlight the beautiful ambiance, excellent coffee, and fresh pastries. Service is often described as friendly.

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Lovely setting but very slow service. Doesn't seem they are ready for the season. Took over an hour to get 2 sandwiches.

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Food! Service! Atmosphere! Energy! Great new place to go for casual coffee or fine meal! Attention to all details is done so well!

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We had a nice lunch and enjoyed sitting on the patio. We recommend giving it a try. Also a nice coffee shop.

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Horrid staff. Below average food. Coffee and treats in morning over priced. Vegetables were fresh though

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Shipwreck Cafe - arizona (still in the wrapper) and white chicken chili

Shipwreck Cafe

4.8(192 reviews)
7.6 mi
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Great food very tasty and good value Great service…read moreFriendly workers Cool ambience Lots of outdoor seating

We had HIGH expectations because of the reviews and were kinda disappointed…read more We ordered the Rouse Simmons and Arizona along with a bowl of the white chicken chili. For what the sandwiches were, especially the Arizona, $14 felt somewhat steep. The Rouse Simmons was the standout and was yummy, but still a very plain sandwich. The horseradish cream was not present in flavor at all and the pretzel bun did not appear to be at all pretzel-like, though the bread was crispy and well-salted. The Arizona was a sad sandwich overall and felt like they were all ingredients that came directly from a can with no seasonings or preparation at all. There was absolutely no presence of a "salsa" on the wrap, and it lacked filling. The black beans were crunchy and again, everything on this sandwich lacked any flavor or seasoning. The soup was pretty good, but nothing to write home about. It honestly saved us so my wife had something to eat because their sandwich was so disappointing. There employees were kind and worked quickly, but I don't think it would be a spot we'd return to. It was quick and convenient after exploring around the dunes, but feel other reviews led us astray on what to expect. All in all it was a basic sandwich spot with basic ingredients and preparation.

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Shipwreck Cafe - Menu

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Shipwreck Cafe - Rouse simmons

Rouse simmons

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L'chayim Delicatessen - Tel Aviv sandwich

L'chayim Delicatessen

3.9(29 reviews)
0.8 mi

Glen Arbor's secret - a real deal Jewish deli shop with enormous sandwiches and variety of bagels…read more Get there before 10 AM because they do sell out TIp: order the half sandwich or if you and your dining companion like the same sandwich just get one and split it. At about 14 a2 to $15 apiece this is one of the rare exceptions where it is a good value because you will get two meals out of each sandwich. We ordered a Tripoli (ham, turkey, salami, and provolone, lettuce, and tomato) and a Gaza ( curried chicken, lettuce, tomato, shredded carrot, and peas) both on rye bread. Both sandwiches were made with high-quality ingredients and we would definitely recommend either of them. Again, I cannot stress it enough, the sandwiches are enormous, and you really should share. it feels like a grammar school, kind of a cafeteria, it's modern and clean, but not particularly in inviting or appealing or charming in any way. Service was patient with his first time, kind, and very helpful. Recommend!! I'd like to return in the future and try their bagels. I'm disappointed that I came at lunchtime and all they had left with cinnamon raisin and I'm not a fan of raisins so... Next time!

We tried to go here two mornings in a row (saturday and sunday) and they were not open either time…read moredespite it stating online that they were open. So maybe the rating is unfair, but it was quite frustrating to make sure we were there *early* to avoid a sell out and them not be open and nowhere on social media did they post about late openings or anything like that. Will plan to try when we are in the area again, but goodness, hope they step their game up. I know it was the "off-season" and many businesses in the area are closed, but we were really looking forward to trying their food.

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L'chayim Delicatessen - Interior seating - kinda loud

Interior seating - kinda loud

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Dessert!

L'chayim Delicatessen - There's only one outside table, which is unfortunate since we had dogs. We had to wait for these folks to leave.

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There's only one outside table, which is unfortunate since we had dogs. We had to wait for these folks to leave.

The Mill - salad - Updated October 2026

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