The Towne Plaza — Restaurant in Traverse City

We were impressed with everything😍

We had a little vacation in Traverse City and looking for a good breakfast place to eat. This restaurant came up in Google search and all the pictures looked wonderful.

We decided to give it a try.

We arrived there shortly after they open and was already pretty busy. Only couple seats at the bar was open.

As soon as we sat at the bar, a lovely bartender Vanessa greeted us with a pleasant smile☺

I ordered Bloody Maria and it was so quick that I didn't even had a chance to look at the food menu😁

Their house Bloody Mary mix is so addictive with great garnish😍 Tasted so smooth and lots of umami.

We loved everything about their menu item, we ordered so much food!

Pork Belly, Surf n Turf Eggs Benedict, Porchetta, Shrimp in Saffron Broth, Grilled Cheese with Balsamic Glaze paired with Smokey Tomaro bisque, and 5 onion soup.

Everything was cooked to perfection.

My most favorite one was their pork belly. It was so tender that you can just cut it with fork. Full of rich flavor and every bite had an explosion of umami. It was so ridiculously good that it actually made me laugh🤩

Porchetta was wonderful too🥰 Topped with Chimichurri and it matched perfectly. The french fries added a good accent to the dish too.

Shrimp in Broth had so much flavor accentuated by saffron and shellfish stock. It tasted like a real good lobster bisque sans cream.

Their Grilled cheese was so super fancy😍 It was so different than we imagined. Everything on the plate was beautiful and well calculated to create perfect harmony. Loved the Balsamic Glaze.

We ordered so much food, we had so much leftover to take home. We asked for couple boxes. Our bartender Vanessa put a sheet of foil on each of our boxes so the box(made in paper)doesn't soak the juice from the food. Such a great attention to detail.

A gentleman(Possibly the chef/owner) gave us a nice Thermos to take home😊

This was our very first time trying this restaurant and we are in love with everything they offered.

Thank you so much for the incredible unforgettable dining experience💖

We will be back...

If you're looking for a cozy and delicious brunch spot in Traverse City, The Towne Plaza is an absolute must-visit! I make it a point to eat breakfast or brunch here each time I visit TC. I think I am on dining experience number 11 here! I recently had the pleasure of dining at this charming restaurant again and I have nothing but positive things to say. My husband and I were celebrating our first wedding anniversary.

First and foremost, the food is outstanding. I ordered the Chicken Benedict, which is my usual go-to. It’s an uncommon rendition of Eggs Benedict, but it’s worth stepping outside the box. The poached eggs were cooked to perfection, the smoked fontina cheese sauce was rich and creamy, and the chicken was juicy and flavorful. The breading on the chicken was crumbly and toasted but wasn’t too heavy. I like the unique accompaniment of the Bibb lettuce because it is an unlikely pairing. I appreciate the generous portion size - I left feeling full and satisfied.

But it's not just the food that sets The Towne Plaza apart. The ambiance is warm and inviting, with a rustic yet modern decor that makes you feel right at home. The staff is friendly and attentive, always ensuring that their guests are well taken care of.

I also love the location - right in the heart of downtown Traverse City and a block away from Espresso Bay. After our meal, we were able to stroll around the charming streets and take in the local sights with a Peppermint Crunch Cold Brew Coffee.

Overall, I highly recommend The Towne Plaza for anyone looking for a delicious and memorable brunch experience in Traverse City. Whether you're a local or just passing through, this restaurant is not...

Had a delightful time early evening dinner on the patio with my wife. Decent selection of local craft beers. More on the menu than just pork (beef, seafood, sides), but this was our first time so we tried the pork trio dinner (Cheeks, belly & loin) and the pork shank Could not have been happier with our choices! Waitress was pleasant helpful and attentive, as well as other servers who refilled our water and checked on us appropriately. Stayed for dessert: Cheese & berries for my wife, and lemon frozen mousse from me - both were excellent. Also asked the chef to pair with his choice of port for my wife and bourbon or whiskey for me. My wife's port was good, but the bourbon whisky I had was wonderful: come to find out that this was a Hudson Distillery (New York) Four Grain bourbon whiskey picked personally by Towne Plaza with their own label - a single barrel bottled exclusively for Towne Plaza. It was excellent and I recommend anyone who enjoys whiskey to try this: they also use it in their signature cocktails. The bartender (and owner?) was also very helpful and informative when I asked to see the bottle to read more about it. THANKS for all you did for me!! We will be back to try some of your...