TRAVERSE CITY DOWNTOWN

AMICAL: European bistro with French fare. The menu boasts quiche, gourmet pizza, herb roasted chicken, soups, salads and sinful baked goods. Charming ambiance with relaxed cafeteria-style service.
229 E. Front. 231-941-8888.

BLUE TRACTOR COOK SHOP: Offering lunch and dinner with fresh & local ingredients and a comfortable setting. The menu features soups, salads, sandwiches, and home-style entrees such as maccaroni & cheese, chicken & dumplings, BBQ selections, beef and fish. Plus, wonderful desserts.
Located in the former Dill's building on S. Union St., Old Town, 231-922-9515.

BOOTLEGGER'S: Food & Spirits: BootLeggers' gangster theme delivers an offer you can't refuse with a wide selection of soups, salads, sandwiches and appetizers with a full bar to boot. Dinner includes chicken pot pie, cod, salmon patties, chicken alfredo, pork tenderloins, pizza, prime rib and BBQ ribs at prices that are easy on the pocketbook.
119 S. Union St., 231-922-7742.

BRADY'S BAR: A favorite local watering hole with an Irish flair, serving burgers, pizza, Mexican & drinks at wallet-friendly prices.
401 S. Union. 231-946-8153.

BUBBA'S: Offers simply the best and biggest burritos in town with everything from chicken to marinated steak, pork, shrimp, grilled mahi and veggie selections. Plus, char-grilled tacos, soups, salads and a daily take-home dinner deal.
428 E. Front St., 231-995-0570.

BY THE LIGHT OF DAY TEA ROOM: Offering a light menu of scones, muffins, cookies, sandwiches, soups and salads. Open at 7am.
Lake St., 231-929-3TEA.

CHEF'S IN: Creative sandwiches, including perhaps the best burger in town, salad bar and soup. (Dessert can be had next door at Potter's.)
519 W. Front. 231- 941-1144.

CIAO BELLA: Baguette sandwiches, salads, wraps. Entrees include Veal Piccata, grilled salmon, lasagna, ravioli stuffed w/ spinach.
236 Front St., 231-929-1710.

COUSIN JENNY'S CORNISH PASTIES: TC's own homemade pasties, available in two sizes with a variety of fillings. Definitely the best pasties "under the Bridge." Also serving salads, soups, dessert. Dine-in or carry-out.
129 S. Union. 231-941-7821.

CREMA: Wide variety of coffees, teas and smoothies. Muffins, breakfast sandwiches, sandwiches made on homemade focaccia, salad and flatbread pizza.
Front & Park St., 231-922-9311.

CW BISTRO IN THE HOLIDAY INN: Casual dining, featuring salads, soups and sandwiches.
625 E. Front St. 231-947-3700.

DILLINGER'S PUB: One of the city's most popular bars for those in their early 20s. Munchies heaven with lots of appetizers, sandwiches, burgers and salads.
121 S. Union, 231-941-2276.

DISH CAFE: A very fresh menu is available here including a children's menu. Fresh and very appetizing salads, wraps, paninis, both meat & vegetarian sandwich choices, quesadillas, homemade soups and a variety of smoothies. Open Mon. - Sat., 10:30am to 8pm.
108 S. Union St. 231-932-2233.

ESPRESSO BAY: A variety of specialty coffees and teas, along with a juice bar and Italian gelato.
202 E. Front St., 231-941-9100.

FOLGARELLI'S IMPORTED FOODS: Delectable sandwiches made with imported meats and cheeses from an Italian specialty market that's unbeatable for browsing and appetizing surprises. Carry-out or dine al fresco.
424 W. Front. 231-941-7651.

GOOD HARBOR COFFEE & BAKERY: Great coffee, cappuccino and mochas. Fresh bakery with delicious scones and muffins packs a morning crowd. Then for lunch try one of their specialty sandwiches or salads.
111 W. Front. 231-935-4166.

GRAND TRAVERSE PIE COMPANY: Old-fashioned pies baked from scratch, muffins, cookies, coffee, tea, milk and juice. Fresh sandwiches, soups, pot pies and quiche top the lunch menu.
525 W. Front. 231-922-PIES.

GREEN HOUSE CAFE: Enormous muffins, eggs benedict and breakfast skillets rule here 'til 10:30 a.m., followed by several daily soup specials along with sandwiches, burgers, wraps, salads and a portabello mushroom burger. Casual with a small town contemporary style, including a great selection of underwater photography on the walls.
115 E. Front, 231-929-7687.

HANNA: Enjoy your dining experience in a casual yet urban atmosphere. The menu is varied and excellent, featuring crisp spinach ravioli, wood grilled salmon, braised lamb w/ porcini mushrooms and stone baked pizza. There are a variety of appetizers, salads and desserts plus a children's menu.
118 Cass St., 231-946-8207.

HARD LUCK CAFE: Breakfast & lunch, specializing in open pit sandwiches.
810 Front St., and South Airport Rd. (former Chicken Koop location), 231-946-1991.

HOME GROWN ORGANIC EATERY: Featuring organic food, specializing in pizza, pastas, wraps, sandwiches, salads, juices and coffees.
223 W. Grandview Pkwy., 231-9332-4690.

HORIZON BOOKS/HORIZON SHINE CAFE: Enjoy an espresso with the latest bestseller at downtown's mega bookstore, or a gourmet deli sandwich in the new cafe on the lower level. Also on the menu, is pizza, soups, salads, wraps and homemade baked goods.
243 E. Front. 231-946-7290.

HOUSE OF DOGS: Chicago has The House of Blues, Traverse City has The House of Dogs. T.C.'s newest Coney Island has a musical flavor, in it's atmosphere and it's all beef dogs and a variety of toppings. The most popular is The Motown, a dog with chili, onions and mustard. YUM!
115 Wellington (In the old Muffin Tin.) 231-922-1348.

J. & S. HAMBURGER: Hearty breakfasts, burgers, fries and to-die-for shakes and malts. A local crowd with long memories makes for good evesdropping on what's new in town.
302 W. Front. 231-947-6409.

JESSE JAMES: Here's the Old West in downtown offering a mixture of Mexican, Western & Navajo dishes. There are "Cowboy" steaks, fajitas, Old Pueblo Green Jerky Fry and so much more. Salads, soups, burgers of courselots of side dishes,& desserts. So put your feed bag on!
149 E. Front, 231-941-1000.

LATTE-DAH: Breakfast & lunch. Baked goods, a variety of specialty coffees, teas and juices. Also on the menu, salads & sandwiches.
720 W. Front St., 231-922-8722.

LI'L BO'S: This old stand by has a whole new look and menu. A wide variety of pasta dishes, plus chicken, beef and seafood entrees. They also offer a variety of burgers, sandwiches, soups, salads and focaccia pizzas. There is a kid's menu too! Finish off your meal with a yummy dessert! There's live, local entertainment.
540 W. Front St., 231-946-6925.

LOADING DOCK: One of the city's most rocking places, Loading Dock offers burgers, coney dogs, stacked sandwiches, soups and salads. Plus big screen TV's, night time specials and entertainment.
205 Lake Ave., 231-941-4422.

MACKINAW BREWING COMPANY: This microbrewery features eight fresh-crafted brews in the heart of downtown, with a menu that includes smokehouse BBQ, pulled-pork and beef brisket, red ale meatloaf, grilled corned beef, whitefish sandwich, pasta, 1/2 lb. burgers, soups & salads.
161 E. Front, 231- 933-1100.

MARY'S KITCHEN PORT: Offers a selection of take-out croissant sandwiches, salads, soups, flavored lemonade and decadent desserts. Plus it's a ball to shop for kitchen items while you pick up your eats.
539 W. Front, 231- 941-0525.

MINERVA'S: Located in the Park Place Hotel, featuring a reasonably priced menu that includes pasta, Southwestern specialties, stir-fries, lite entrees and gourmet pizzas. A happening bar for the after-work crowd.
State St. & Park, 231 946-5093.

MODE'S BUM STEER: Downtown's definitive steak house with great beef, ribs, fish, soup and salad bar. Full bar.
125. E. State St., 231-947-9832.

MUSTARD'S: Raises the sandwich to an art form, with 17 varieties and an enthusiastic lunch crowd to prove it. Mustard's also offers wraps, salads, burgers and specialties such as a Squid Basket and Shrimp Fritters. They, also, serve breakfast.
Corner of State & Cass, 231-929-0700.

NORTH PEAK BREWING COMPANY: Popular after-work hangout, especially on Fridays. Offers a selection of ales brewed on site and food by Schelde's, including wood-fired pizzas and steaks, chicken and fish with an imaginative flair.
400 W. Front St. 231-941-7325.

OMELETTE SHOPPE & BAKERY: Famous for... what else ... omelettes. There's also frittatas, baked goods, soups and sandwiches. Lots of healthy-type food, too.
124 Cass. 231-946-0912.

PAESANO'S PIZZA: Downtown's only Chicago-style pizza. Slices available. Also sandwiches and salads. North Country Buffet on Saturday. Sunday Breakfast Buffet.
447 E. Front. 231-941-5740.

PANGEA'S PIZZA: Pizza, salads, sandwiches and calzones for lunch and dinner. Also beer, wine and specialty drinks. Enjoy indoors or out.
135 E. Front St., 231-946-9800.

PATISSERIE AMIE: Breakfast & lunch. Specialty coffees, crepes, waffles, omelettes and Artesian breads. Lunches offer sandwiches, soups and chocolate desserts.
439 E. Front St., 231-922-9645.

POPPYCOCK'S: Italian and veggie specialties with a big city ambiance and pleasant decor keep the lunch and dinner crowd coming back for more. Creative entrees, sandwiches, pastas, to-die-for soups, salads and daily vegetarian dish. Tasty desserts too. Plus bar service.
128 E. Front., 231- 941-7632.

THE SASSY SANDWICH: Fresh sandwiches, soups, salads, paninis and wraps served daily inside or on their large deck.
Front St. and Cass, 231-995-0030.
Copper Ridge (Silver Lake & Barnes Rd.) 231-932-9502.

SCALAWAGS: Located in the Larry C. Harding Parking Deck, this is not your average fast food restaurant. They offer fresh fish, ribs and many more items.
State Street across from the Park Place, 231-933-8700.

SHOOTER'S: Open daily for lunch and dinner, Shooter's serves a variety of hot and cold sandwiches, wings, soups, salads and a variety of side dishes. They are known for their famous homemade onion rings. A kids menu is also available.
626 E. Front St., 231-995-0100.

SUBWAY: Just like the commercial says, all are made by sandwich artists on fresh-baked bread.
136 E. Front, 231- 929-7972.

TASTEBUDS CAFE: Stop in for a quick breakfast of coffee, scones or muffins and for lunch enjoy your choice of several fresh salads, soups, wraps and sandwiches ( on bread made daily by Bay Bread Company.)
Located on the lower level of the Governmental Center, 231-922-4549.

310: Sushi, salads, soups, sandwiches, daily and nightly specials, along with specialty martinis.
310 Cass St., 231-932-1310.

U & I LOUNGE: Oopah! Greek gyros and dinners. Also salads, sandwiches, Boboli pizza and coneys. A favorite hangout and sports bar. An expanded kitchen and new decor add to the U&I's perennial reputation as "Best Hangout" with Express readers.
214 E. Front. 231-946-8932.

UNDERGROUND CHEESECAKE COMPANY: The best cheesecake ever, with whole, half and individual servings. Homemade soup, salads and now their fresh roasted turkey sandwich, plus coffee and fruit drinks.
406 S. Union. 231-929-4418.

UNION STREET STATION: Sandwiches, soups and salads for lunch. Good music, burgers, pizza and nachos. Locals rave over Wednesday's seafood gumbo special based on a Gulf of Mexico recipe that's simply fabulous. Now serving only Northern Michigan wines!
117 S. Union., 231-941-1930.

WINGERS IN THE HOLIDAY INN: Sandwiches, subs, soups and salads with sports on TV. Spectacular view of W. Grand Traverse Bay, with outdoor entertainment on the patio in the summer. Check out the lively Friday night after work scene.
615 E. Front. 231- 947-3700.