Great Lakes Culinary Institute

Great Lakes Culinary Institute reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Don

   Northern MI4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   Unfortunately my wife and I were only able to make two reservations this quarter and we had to cancel one because of a funeral. We always enjoy our lunches at Lobdell’s. The food is always outstanding and a good value. Merrill is always a great server and she is pleasant to talk to. My wife had a Thai chopped salad I believe, and the “grown up” grilled cheese. I had the gumbo and pastrami sandwich. Everything was delicious.
   

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   Mary

   Northern MI3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 16, 2025

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

   If you want a unique experience with a fabulous view, try to book a table at Lobdell’s.
   

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   Greg and Mary Jo

   Northern MI1 review

   4.0

   Dined on April 16, 2025

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

   Pinot Noir should be chilled 55-60 degrees. Ours was room temp. Medium filet was medium well to well. Other than that service and food was superb! What a treat to see the talent at work. Dessert was outstanding as was the service!
   

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   Mary

   Unspecified1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 16, 2025

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

   Our group of 4 had an outstanding experience at Lobdells. Our service and food was great. Also enjoyed the view of the bay.
   

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   Rebecca

   Northern MI5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 15, 2025

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

   The Great Lakes Culinary Institute continues to showcase excellence in the dinning experience. Culinary students, instructors and management are a team with the goal of providing a delicious and well thought out menu, it's a Five Star dining experience with the best view in all of Traverse City.
   

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   NANCY VIP

   Seattle10 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 9, 2025

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

   The food for the most part is generally excellent. Remember, this is a teaching restaurant so everyone working there is a student under the guidance of professionals. The ambience is beautiful overlooking grand Traverse Bay. This is a dining experience and you can expect to spend at least two hours there. Come with friends and enjoy a lovely conversation and very interesting meals with a delightful presentation.
   

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   Tom

   Chicago3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 9, 2025

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

   Food was delicious. Server was excellent. Food preparation was a bit slow, but made for relaxed meal
   

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   Tracy

   Northern MI2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 9, 2025

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

   Our leadership team had a working lunch meeting GLCI and it was a perfect place for great food and conversation. We recommend coming for the service, food, and beautiful views!
   

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   Heather

   Northern MI1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 2, 2025

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

   Love Lobdell’s! Always a wonderful experience for lunch
   

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    Joan (Jody)

    Northern MI2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

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

    It was a lovely way to spend a few hours over a scrumptious lunch. Everything was perfect.
    

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