TRAVERSE CITY WEST

ACCENT CATERING & DELI: Homemade wood-fired pizza, subs.
10975 E. Brewery Creek Lane, 231-922-0145.

APACHE TROUT GRILL: A popular destination for locals and tourists alike, owing to its waterfront location on West Bay as well as its lively happy hour and comfortable decor. Ribs, whitefish, steak, pasta, and of course, trout, are among the specialties.
13671 M-22 (Greilickville area) 231-947-7079.

APPLEBEE'S: A chain restaurant with a family orientation, offering ribs, sandwiches, steak, and chicken specialties as well as a low-fat menu.
2384 U.S. 31 S., near Grand Traverse Mall, 231-929-2929.

BD's MONGOLIAN BARBECUE: Create your own stir-fry, select from a variety of meats, vegetables, sauces and spices and watch them grill your meal.
3480 S. Airport Rd., 231-947-9300.

BAY BREAD COMPANY: An assortment of crusty boules of European style breads, baked fresh daily. Fresh sandwiches served hot or cold with pickle, chips and a homemade cookie. Boxed lunches are also available.
601 Randolph St., 231-922-8022.

BEANER'S GOURMET COFFEE: Specialty coffees, biscotti, shortbread cookies, muffins, scones and cinnamon rolls. They also offer soups, salads, wraps, panini and bagel sandwiches.
1535 South Division in The Kid's Creek Marketplace, 231-946-3690.

BIG BOY: American classics meet heart-healthy cuisine, with such favorites as the Slim Jim and Brawny Lad rubbing elbows with chicken stir fry and pasta. For a low cost meal with a high level of satisfaction, it's hard to beat the Boy's spaghetti.
3828 U.S. 31 S., 231-941-7430.

BOONE'S LONG LAKE INN: When you see a platter of steak or prime rib as big as your head, you know you're in Boone's, a place legendary for its huge portions and packed crowds. Besides mountains of meat, Boone's offers seafood and steamed shrimp.
7208 Secor Rd., 5 miles west of TC, 231-946-3991.

BURGER KING: Consistently voted "Best Fast Food" by Northern Express readers.
West side locations at Meijer's, Grand Traverse Crossing and Chum's Corners.

CHILI'S: National chain offers chicken, Mexican and beef specialties, including quesadillas, fajitas and more. Bar service.
Grand Traverse Crossing, 231-929-0200.

COFFEE BEAN CAFE: This warm, family atmosphere allows you to enjoy home-baked goods, coffees, cold drinks and ice cream treats. Once a week there is family movie night, so round everyone up for fun and goodies.
2770 Silver Lake Rd., 231-922-1089.

THE CRACKER BARREL: Home-style cooking for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
North Country Dr., 231-933-9244.

CRUSTED CREATIONS: Carry out pizza, subs, salads.
532 W. 14th St., 231-947-2626.

CULVER'S RESTAURANT: A casual family restaurant, featuring sandwiches, burgers and salads.
101 S. M 37, 231-943-7300.

CUPPA JOE: Located in Building 50, grilled panini's, soups, wraps, baked goods, specialty coffees and teas.
1200 W. 11th St., 231-947-7740.

DADDY MAC'S SUB SHACK: Subs, subs and more subs!
1065 South Airport Rd., 231-947-2000.

FAZOLLI'S: Fast food Italian with a family restaurant atmosphere, offering pasta specialties, pizzas, subs and salads.
At Grand Traverse Crossing, 231-941-8509.

FLAP JACK FAMILY RESTAURANT: A Traverse City tradition, with family-style dining and a huge breakfast menu. 3890 U.S. 31 S., 231-941-1890.

FRESHWATER LODGE: One of Traverse City's most popular restaurants; an instant hit from the Schelde's chain. Lodge decor of wooden boats and rough-hewn timber accents a menu that has been the talk of the town, with specialties such as maple-glazed walleye, stolen Jamaican chicken and a 20 oz. rib-eye. Our favorite is the modestly-priced Lodge steak, an aged and marinated sirloin that can't be beat.
13890 S. West Bayshore Drive, Greilickville area, 231-932-8425.

GABBY'S BAYSIDE BISTRO: Open for breakfast, lunch $ dinner, Gabby's offers a mix of Northern Italian, Cajun and American dishes.
12930 South West Bay Shore Drive, 231-922-7795.

GRAND TRAVERSE MALL FOOD COURT: More than a dozen restaurants with a dining area that offers a carousal for kids. Burgers, Mexican, Chinese, Cajun, Italian steak sandwiches, salad bars and other fast food options.
Grand Traverse Mall.

GREAT LAKES SUBMARINE CO.: Offers subs, Chicago-style pizza, salad and calzones at wallet-friendly prices,
13164 S.W. Bay Shore, 231-947-3231.

GREAT WOLF LODGE:
CAMP CRITTER BAR & GRILLE: Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Breakfast includes a variety of baked goods, cereals, griddle cakes, waffles & egg dishes. Lunches & dinners offer soups, pastas, burgers, pizza, salads and sandwiches.
LOOSE MOOSE: Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Breakfast includes a wide selection of baked goods, cereals, griddle cakes, waffles and egg dishes. Lunches & dinners include soups, salads, sandwiches, pizza, pasta and burgers.
3575 N. US Hwy 31, 231-941-3600.

HAY LOFT INN: One of the few watering holes in the region that offers hot country music on weekends, the Hay Loft is a popular dining spot serving burgers, steaks, Mexican, fish, chicken and more. Enjoy a meal while you watch the band.
5100 M-72, 5 miles west of TC, 231-941-0832.

THE HOUSE: Enjoy your lunch in this fun atmosphere or on the front porch. Lunch entrees include salads, sandwiches, wraps, spa cuisine and homemade soups. You can choose items in their deli case, get a take out and have any lunch catered, parties too!
826 West Front St., 231-929-4917.

HUNAN: Specializing in Chinese cuisine, there is a huge sushi bar and daily specials.
1425 S. Airport Rd., 231-947-1388.

HUNGARY HOWIE'S: Pizza with a flavored crust, salads and subs, all at wallet-friendly prices.
4025 Chum's Village Dr., 231-943-2540.

JONATHON B. PUB: Black Angus steaks, seafood, sandwiches, burgers and other American favorites are on the menu at this popular restaurant opposite the theater at Grand Traverse Mall. The Pub is also well known for its deep selection of specialty and import beers from around the world. Be sure to ask for something different if you're a brew-lover, as the Pub's selection is sure to please your palate.
Grand Traverse Mall, south side, 231-935-4441.

KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN: Drive in for the Colonel's own special recipe fried chicken, plus great side dishes.
Several locations throughout Traverse City.

LA SENORITA: Consistently winning "Best Mexican Food" from Northern Express readers, La Senorita offers a variety of wraps and American specialties in addition to a full range of south-of-the-border cuisine. Their fajitas can't be beat, delivered on a sizzling platter with a choice of chicken, steak and shrimp. Full bar and jumbo margueritas too.
2455 N US 31, southwest of GT Mall, 231-946-4545.

LEONE'S: Hot dogs, soups and ice cream!
14th Street.

MANCINO'S PIZZA & GRINDERS: We love their meatball sub, and their pizza rates among the best in town. Numerous other subs and salads to choose from.
841 US-31 South, 231-943-4844.
13160 S. W. Bayshore Drive (M-22), 231-941-5001.

MING'S GARDEN: Chinese Take-Out Restaurant: A wide variety of Chinese dishes, such as egg foo young, lo mein, moo shu, fried rice, seafood ,beef, chicken and vegetarian dishes.
531. W. 14th St., 231-932-0488.

MULLIGAN'S: Located at The Crown Golf Course Mulligan's has that traditional Irish Pub atmosphere. The menu is decidedly Irish with entrees such as corned beef, fish & chips, shepard's pie, banger & mash plus Killian's, Harp and Guiness beers flow. There is also more traditional American entrees to choose from, burgers, hot dogs, ribs, steaks, soups and salads.
West Silver Lake Rd., 231-932-2166.

ORYANA FOOD COOP'S LAKE STREET CAFE: Lunch and dinner served daily featuring organic soups, salads, sandwiches, baked goods & desserts. Entrees include lasagna, Lake Street Burrito and Asian Peanut Tofu. Carry-out health food with lots of cold salads and heat-it-up-yourself veggie pastas, pizza, burritos and dessert. Coffee and a wide range of juices available.
Corner of 13th and Lake St. at the north end of Lake Boardman, 231-947-0191.

OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE: Australian-themed restaurant, heavy on steak specialties. Chicken, seafood and salads also available, with full bar.
At Horizon Outlet Center, 231-935-4329.

RANCHO GRANDE RESTAURANT & CANTINA: This Traverse City Mexican restaurant is family owned, offering the authentic cuisine of Mexico along with margueritas and bar service.
At Oleson's Plaza West on Long Lake Road, west of downtown, 231-933-5420.

RED LOBSTER: Florida-based chain restaurant offers bargain prices on seafood, and their buttery biscuits are hard to resist. Be prepared to be tempted with numerous add-on appetizers, desserts and beverages to jack up the bill.
2691 N US 31 South, 231-933-8741.

SCOTT'S HARBOR GRILLE: The perfect first date restaurant, Scott's is casual but romantic with its glorious view of West Grand Traverse Bay, with cuisine that is both imaginative and reasonably priced. We like their Jerk and Cajun chicken specialties and their ample salads, complementing a menu of American favorites with something for everyone. On a summer night, you can't beat the deck dining experience at Scott's.
12719 S.W. Bay Shore Dr. 231-922-2114.

SLEDER'S FAMILY TAVERN: A 100-year Traverse City tradition with its walls covered with animal trophies and old-timey souvenirs of the city's lumber era past. This must-see destination for tourists offers burgers (including buffalo), ribs, chicken, fish and more. For a low-cost meal for two that will fill you to bursting, try their nachos with an anti-pasta salad.
717 Randolph St., 231-947-9213.

SOUTH CITY LIMITS: A popular destination with locals, South City Limits offers excellent stir frys and a broad range of American cuisine, including steaks, sandwiches and seafood. Check out their Sunday Brunch! Full bar.
Across from Meijer's at 1407 US 31-S, 231-947-6200.

TRATTORIA STELLA: Located in the renovated Building 50. Lunch & dinner menus change according to availability of fresh ingredients. Homemade soups & salads, fresh pasta dishes, beef, fresh fish dishes and desserts. Local & regional wines.
1200 West 11th St. 231-929-8989.

WARE'S BROTHERS FROSTY TREAT: Hot dogs, sandwiches and frosty desserts.
1409 S. Airport Rd., 231-942-4277.