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Boathouse Restaurant

★4.7Google rating(1,175 reviews)
Boathouse Restaurant
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Known For

Waterfront window tables that make weekend brunch feel like a getaway

Boathouse Restaurant earns its bright & airy reputation the honest way — waterside windows, fresh floral arrangements, and a menu that leans into Michigan's seasonal best. Grab a window seat and let brunch stretch into the afternoon.

🕐Best time to visit: Late June mornings before the summer crowd peaks

14039 Peninsula Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686, USA

Our Take

Bottomless mimosas paired with a genuinely unhurried waterfront atmosphere make weekend mornings here feel like a small vacation within a vacation. It lands just shy of standout-favorite territory — the vibe is consistently warm but the space itself doesn't quite push into destination-gem status.

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Downtown

14039 Peninsula Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686, USA

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