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Artisan - Traverse City, Traverse City, MI

Artisan - Traverse City

4.6
4.6
852 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Artisan Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern offers a unique and innovative dining experience with magnificent views of Lake Michigan. Our Great Lakes-inspired, New American cuisine has an emphasis on farm-fresh fare from local and regional farms, celebrating the theme of craftsmanship and sustainability.
With booking a table in Artisan please advise your table will be reserved for 2 hours starting at the time of your reservation.
PLEASE NOTE THAT OUTSIDE TABLES ARE RESERVED UPON REQUEST BUT CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.
If you have requested a table outdoors, please be advised that in the case of inclement weather, we will do our best to accommodate your party inside at the same reservation time, however we cannot guarantee a table inside at the same exact time and may need to adjust the reservation time accordingly.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 17 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (231) 421-2150
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Traverse City
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 852 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Good for business meals

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Innovative

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Healthy

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Hot spot

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Lively

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    American

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Most Booked

  • Northern Michigan

    Good for business meals

  • Northern Michigan

    Innovative

  • Northern Michigan

    Healthy

  • Northern Michigan

    Hot spot

  • Northern Michigan

    Lively

  • Northern Michigan

    American

  • Northern Michigan

    Most Booked

852 Reviews
  1. Mike

    Northern MI

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was exceptional. The atmosphere, the staff and the food were all exceptional!

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  2. Mike

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is fantastic, but the service staff is through the roof with attention to detail and making the experience very personal. Kudos to everyone. An outstanding experience.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Northern MI

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food5service5ambience2
    Party bus atmosphere not the dinner experience we hoped for. Second time we’ve experienced large party’s of 16 or more at one table so loud we had a hard time hearing each other and the staff. Food was good, staff excellent.

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  4. RudyC

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We dined with friends on a quiet Monday night. The food was excellent and our server, Kate, was outstanding! She was knowledgeable, made excellent suggestions and was funny! We had a great experience.

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  5. FarahF

    San Antonio

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What an amazing restaurant on the water, the food was delicious. The ambience was perfection. Will definitely come here again. 

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  6. Jerry

    Chicago

    169 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    169 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Superb quality food artistically arranged and presented. Each dish was beautiful and delicious. Interesting local wines by the bottle and glass. Our server, Anna, was fantastic. Her knowledge and enthusiasm made the evening memorable.

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  7. Seriousaboutfood

    Detroit

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was exceptional. The Michigan squash appetizer was outstanding. Salmon and cod dinners were amazing. Blueberry-lemonade sorbet and the pumpkin spice custard were spectacular.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Artisan has quickly become a favorite of ours - the food is consistently delicious, the staff is always welcoming, and you cannot beat the location/view! We bring all visiting friends and family here, as we know they’ll have a lovely experience. 10/10 recommend!

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  9. SandyC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love this place! The service is high quality, the lake views and garden flowers are beautiful. If you want a Zen dining experience, this is the place to go.

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  10. JudyB

    Naples

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food! We sat on the porch and it was lovely. Heaters, sun screens when needed. Perfect!!

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience2
    Bad service. Sat without a cocktail for 15 minutes. Ordered wine that didn’t come at all during our dinner. I guess they were looking for it in the cellar. They brought a glass 15 or so minutes into our meal ( one we did not order) Very disappointed. It smelled like fish in there also too bright Steak overdone ordered M got well and M just in the middle so unevenly cooked. The manager did comp part of our meal but so not fun and relaxing as a meal out should be. Would never go back

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  12. JimH

    Detroit

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was delicious , service and atmosphere were great.

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  13. AllanM

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall1food2service4ambience4
    Menu was very limited, it lacked options for meat and fish. Meal was served without a starch and no bread basket ( a must for an upscale restaurant). Service was good.

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  14. MoselerM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfect. Food was spot on and Katie our server wass attentive and kind.

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  15. CWPM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic menu, which changes fairly often. Service was top notch and is consistently so. And you can't beat the location, right on the water near downtown.

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  16. SharonO

    Tampa

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a great find! Everything we had was excellent, but our special favorites were the wonderful squash bisque and the fabulous spice cake for dessert.

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  17. ChasX

    Orlando

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Last minute reservation while traveling put us in bar/interior dining room instead of lakeside room. Still, had a very cozy booth with less noise and more romantic vibes. Small meals due to late lunch. Spouse loved her cod. My burger was excellent. Limited wine by the glass for a nice place. Service friendly.

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  18. TheHappyDiner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Lovely view, upscale yet comfortable ambience… drinks and dinner was super… perfect for sharing a great time with friends !

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  19. JillC

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The view was lovely, the food was outstanding, the scallops were the best I have ever eaten and the service couldn’t have been better!! It was just a fabulous evening!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    From the moment we walked up to the host stand until we were bid farewell by Alex, the very amicable maître d’, we enjoyed every moment of the anniversary my husband and I were celebrating. Mari, our waiter, was knowledgeable, personable, and attentive and went out of her way to make our special day that much more special. The outdoor environment is second to none, being surrounded by the West Bay and the beautiful floral arrangements the restaurant has planted along their dining area. The food was a work of art and a saporous journey of what can be done with fresh (as well as local) ingredients. We had a wonderful time and would recommend this location to anyone looking for an elevated dining experience in a beautiful location with people they love.

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  21. DennyB

    Northern MI

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed this nice spot for lunch for three. Were able to sit outside near the water, so the atmosphere was nice and quiet. The indoor dining room looked lovely too though. The staff was all very friendly and they provided great, unhurried service. We had a small plate appetizer and then each had large plate main dishes. The food was all wonderfully prepared, was fresh, high quality and the flavor profiles and presentations were excellent. A very enjoyable place to enjoy a quiet, high quality lunch.

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  22. choice

    Detroit

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent seasonal food choices, great for special occasions or just because! Wait staff was fabulous.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely restaurant with friendly staff and delicious food! Will definitely be back.

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  24. Ecee

    Detroit

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a wonderful experience for us! We love the spring pea pasta, and the sparkling rose! The fluffy caramel cheesecake is the perfect end, to a perfect meal every time, thank you for an exceptional place to enjoy, with exceptional wait staff!

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  25. MichelleG

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated our 28th Anniversary at Artisan last evening. Monica, our server, was fantastic. She was attentive, cheerful, and overall excellent. We split the chowder and also ordered the warm bread served with Heirloom Tomato Butter... loved it! I chose the scallops and my husband the filet for our entrees. Both cooked to perfection. Overall, dreamy experience. Can't wait to return.

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  26. Michigander

    Greater Boston

    36 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Our only disappointment is the limited number of menu selections.

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  27. Alycia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Food was excellent, the seating location was not ideal. We asked to be seated outdoors when we reserved the restaurant and we were seated at a 2 person table with people next to us on both sides. It was difficult to have a conversation without someone ease dropping since they were so close. Overall upsetting with the seating especially for the price we paid for dinner

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  28. LVGAL

    Detroit

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sunday evening Labor Day weekend. I made a reservation, because we were staying at the hotel (Delamar) in Traverse City. I am so glad I did, everything was perfect! Our service was great, food was absolutely delicious. Hubby proclaimed the burger was the best he's ever had! Seafood chowder was delightful, as well as the Caesar salad, ( with fried chickpeas and capers) And a beautiful setting!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    Scallops were sent back 2x’s and was significantly undercooked. Wedge salad was excellent, lamb burger over cooked Waitress needs customer service training to give heads up to customers about understaffing and backups.

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  30. BeGr8

    Grand Rapids

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrating family gathering

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  31. steven

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    A bit of too heavy 70’s music…and that’s my era!

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  32. HeatherW

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very interesting menu. Great food, service and ambiance. Our waiter was very informative and friendly.

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  33. JimH

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was incredible and the atmosphere was excellent. The best of all was our waiter Giovanni who made great suggestions and gave us some pointers on the area and where to go visit. Definitely will be coming back!!

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  34. Jeff

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Overall we have a good experience here. The staff was attentive and nice and the food was good. If they kicked up the flavor a notch I would give it five stars.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service and beautiful location! The food took a bit longer than expected - unprompted they gave us appetizers and dessert on them. Very classy!

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  36. GG55

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Wonderful dinner with my family. The food was really good however the soup and the mushroom pasta dish needed a little more seasoning. They were just a little bland. The steak and salmon dishes were outstanding and then the delicious desserts! Fantastic.

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  37. JudyH

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Monica was a delight. She explained the dishes and answered questions about the portions, the sauces and the little palate cleansing dish. Thank you for an amazing experience.

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  38. TCDoc

    Northern MI

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely incredible. Never disappoints. Food quality, prep and presentation second to none.

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  39. DKDK

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went here for a special celebration and we were impressed with every aspect! The service was the best I'd experienced in TC in many years. Everyone we interacted with was so nice and professional, and every detail was considered. The food was creative and expertly prepared, ingredients fresh and flavorful. We loved the stone fruit salad with basil sponge (who knew?)! The farm board was generous and filled with local, seasonal items. Pickled fennel—yum. Entrees were perfectly prepared, and they were happy to split plates for us. Special consideration was taken for one person with gluten sensitivity. The pergola seating on the bay allows you to enjoy the view and breezes with a refined atmosphere. It's hard to find restaurants here that prioritize comfort and ambiance, especially outdoors. Our out-of-town guests were very impressed, and we will be back!

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  40. RonV

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service. Chef preparations plating and flavors all well balanced. Can’t beat the view but need to request outdoors. Have covered in area so can see sunset even in cooler weather conditions

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Artisan - Traverse City is rated 4.6 stars by 852 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 17 times today
Google Map for Artisan - Traverse City

615 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686-2617

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Traverse City
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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