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Boathouse Restaurant, Traverse City, MI

Boathouse Restaurant

4.9 (2059)
$50 and over
European
14039 Peninsula Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
The cuisine of the Boathouse, created with distinctive flair is refined and contemporary, with an underlying element that echoes the classical French tradition of Escoffier.

The Boathouse experience begins with a drive along the shores of beautiful West Grand Traverse Bay and its sparkling blue waters.

When you dine with us, you get the best of both worlds: We are both locavores and connoisseurs of what the rest of the world has to offer, so you get the freshest, finest ingredients from near and far. Owner Doug Kosch adheres to the "farm to table" concept.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    European
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Samuel Plamondon
  • Neighborhood
    Traverse City
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,059 people are saying

Boathouse Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Best Overall

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Best Food

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Best Service

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Best Ambiance

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Great for fine wines

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Great for scenic views

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Most Booked

  • Northern Michigan

    Best Overall

  • Northern Michigan

    Best Food

  • Northern Michigan

    Best Service

  • Northern Michigan

    Best Ambiance

  • Northern Michigan

    Great for fine wines

  • Northern Michigan

    Great for scenic views

  • Northern Michigan

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Boathouse Restaurant in Traverse City offers an "exceptional experience" with "delicious food," "beautiful views," and "outstanding service." Guests enjoy a diverse menu, including the "amazing chateaubriand" and "perfectly cooked filet mignon." It's a "favorite spot" for special occasions, praised for its "warm atmosphere" and "attention to detail."

2,059 Reviews
  1. Michael VIP

    San Antonio58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we stepped in the door we were greeted warmly and that feeling carried through the evening. Everyone from the bartender to the waitstaff were delightful. The menu was enticing and the presentation and taste devine! All in all a perfect night. Looking forward to returning.

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  2. John

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
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  3. Catie

    Fayetteville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely LOVED our dinner at Boathouse. We came to celebrate my husbands birthday and the staff made it very special. Our first time here (first few times in Traverse City) and we will be back if we are in the area again!

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  4. Debbie

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great birthday dinner. It was my husband's birthday and we had a great view by the water with a card and chocolates. The food was great and so was the service. We always enjoy coming here

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  5. Lynn

    Northern MI1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable. I loved my lamb rack but my husband was disappointed in his flank steak.

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  6. Joan VIP

    Cincinnati19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dinner but even better service!! Wagyu filet, wagyu meatballs (my fave), Greek salad, hubby had the walleye. Everything was amazing.

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  7. Anjali

    Detroit1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing all around the chef was brilliant, service was impeccable and the view stunning!

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  8. Kimberly VIP

    Tampa5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mary, our server, was fabulous - a perfect compliment to the ahi tuna appetizer, mushroom soup (full of morels!), and surf & turf…..outstanding! Boathouse is the best fine dining establishment in the Traverse City area.

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  9. Christina

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience and meal. The chateaubriand for two was amazing. They went above and beyond with a card and chocolates on the table for the birthday. Best table in the house with an amazing view.

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  10. Kim VIP

    Detroit154 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful restaurant. Food top notch. Unmatched view. Great service.

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FAQs

Boathouse Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (231) 223-4030.

Boathouse Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 2059 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula
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  5. Traverse City

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Google Map for Boathouse Restaurant

14039 Peninsula Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Traverse City
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    European
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Samuel Plamondon
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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