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1. JG

   JohnG

   Chicago

   1 review

   vip
   5.0

   1 review

   Dined today

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   One of the best restaurants in the US…every time

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   SteveR

   Orlando

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall2food3service2ambience2

   One of my barometers of a terrific restaurant experience is how we'll we are greeted at an on-time arrival and with a reservation. Another is delivery of the basics--water, bread, drinks. For a 6:30 res yesterday, we arrived at 6:25. We sat for nearly 20 minutes with little attention from the hostess. Not a good first impression. After we were seated, the bread was served cold and no salt/pepper were on the table. My $15 glass of barbers d'asti was astringent and bitter, a bad wine at a high price. We waited another 30-35 minutes for our mains to arrive--too long in my view. Plenty of staff was in evidence; the place wasn't overcrowded. My wife ordered pasta, which she enjoyed. My plate, a charcuterie, was good, but not great. (At least the toast was hot!) The service was attentive, but not engaging. Bottom line: Trattoria Stella is overpriced and over-rated. I won't go back, but worse: I won't say great things to others.

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   Tristero

   Detroit

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Everything was great. Our server/bartender (Gabbie I think) was outstanding. She knew the food drinks and wine very well and gave excellent recommendations.

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4. JS

   JanellS

   Northern MI

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service4ambience5

   One of my favorite restaurants! Cocktails are exceptional and the food is always delicious. Our only concern is the waiter brought the bill before our dessert was served.

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5. SM

   SMM1819

   Chicago

   7 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We always save Trattoria Stella for our last meal in Traverse City. From the food, atmosphere, and outstanding service, it is the perfect way to end our vacation.

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   Will3

   Columbus

   36 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   36 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Really a nice experience and comparably good value. The night before we ate at a place in Sutton’s Bay, paid exactly the same for two to dine, and the food and experience were not nearly as good as this. Salads and pastas were excellent. Our server was knowledgeable and we came to appreciate and follow his recommendations.

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7. KS

   KatherineS

   Detroit

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   There were a lot of options, and great specials. Everything was delicious and well worth spending a little more money, for a great experience! I especially loved that it is in the old asylum, very cool vibes/experience!

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   DrDan

   Detroit

   19 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   19 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall4food3service4ambience4

   Dinner was okay Over rated on Trip Advisor Not sure I would recommend this restaurant

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9. KV

   KatherineV

   Detroit

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall4food4service5ambience3

   Ravioli was disappointing, sauce was like gravy. Asparagus had no flavor. Charcuterie would have been better with a little cheese, which I know is not traditional. Duck liver pate was the best part. Scallop entre and Beef Tenderloin were delicious.

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had a wonderful experience and tour of the wine and food menus. Our waitress was wonderful, I believe her name was Hailey. She made it that much better, along with the masterful menu

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11. JS

    JoeS

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Seated next to wait station, was rather load and hectic. We had the fennel salad, minestrone soup, bruschetta, tenderloin medallions, finishing with tiramisu for dessert. Fantastic!

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12. KP

    KristaP

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Gabby was the best server, very knowledgeable and very friendly. The food was outstanding as always and the cocktails superb.

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13. BL

    BarbaraL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The restaurant was absolutely beautiful everything was perfect down to the smallest detail the food was outstanding ending this wasn't just a meal but an event and well worth it

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    Smakosz

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The good was marvelous. Hardly any background music, just the din of people taking and eating- so rare these days when restaurants feel they have to provide loud adolescent sounds … love this place!

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    Cycling

    Detroit

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Perfect place to bring first time out of towners from NYC. Great service, food and wine suggestions, along with wonderful explanations of the dishes and their preparations supporting the farm to table movement. Look forward to repeat visits this summer season.

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16. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall1food1service4ambience1

    Food quality was some of the poorest that we have experienced from a fine dining restaurant.

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17. KB

    KentB

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    ALWAYS a great experience. Food was amazing! Great ambiance. Excellent service!

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    WendellA

    Columbus

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Anniversary trip enjoying great meals. We both had Chicken Saltimbocca which was wonderful. We started sharing Lumache; highly recommend.

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    Zestruction

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This was our first visit to the highly recommended Trattoria Stella and it definitely delivered on the hype. The food was delicious, the service was excellent and we enjoyed every moment.

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    ScottG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Service was excellent. Services was very good explaining the menu and specials. Food was exceptional. First time there and was very happy we chose this restaurant.

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    LindsayP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Very accommodating to our vegan diet. Chef made an excellent entree. Good service, drinks, appetizers and dessert.

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22. JM

    JohnM

    Grand Rapids

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We don’t live in the Traverse City area but love visiting there about three times a year. We ALWAYS have a dinner at Trattoria Stella; it is always truly outstanding and a treat. It is expensive but worth the occasional splurge.

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23. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Consistently one of the best dining experiences in the state of Michigan.

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24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    30th Birthday

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25. LS

    LindyS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We eat at Stellas everytime we visit Traverse City.

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26. P

    Pistol

    Denver

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Very good restaurant with a limited menu. Food was good, service was lacking as our server was training a new employee

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27. PT

    PeterT

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Trattoria Stella is quite literally our favorite restaurant in the country.

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    SometimesMelvin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything was delicious. The Bruschetta was absolutely fantastic.

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29. MK

    MarissaK

    Atlanta

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Best place to eat in Michigan in my humble opinion.

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30. CF

    CateF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This quite simply has to be one of the best restaurants in the state, and maybe neighboring states as well. The service was superb, the food was out of this world. Yes, it can be pricey, but worth every penny.

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31. TF

    TonjaF

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing food, much of it locally sourced. Staff is professional and knowledgeable. The lighting, artwork and layout of the restaurant all add up to the perfect ambiance.

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32. FT

    FirstTimer

    Chicago

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Always a fantastic meal, and excellent service!

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    Kingofbeef

    Orlando

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Meal and service were spectacular. The special that evening was a veal “tommyhawk” and it was cooked perfectly to medium rare and was paired with Parmesan risotto and vegetables. We had 6 in our group and everyone’s meals were perfectly prepared and the service was spot on. We will definitely be back the next time we visit Traverse City!

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34. DV

    DesireeV

    Northern MI

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    As always Stella's staff and food are perfection. I don't know what else to say, it just doesn't get any better.

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    1968foodie

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on June 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had visited Trattoria Stella six years ago and remembered it fondly. This visit only reinforced our appreciation for their cuisine. We chose mostly dishes that were special additions to the menu; each selection was outstanding. Our server, Joseph, was excellent: congenial, efficient, and helpful, and even provided a suggestion for a place to dine at our next destination on our Michigan trip (and we are grateful, as it turned out to be a terrific place!) The dishes are creative, well-thought-out, and delicious. We asked to be seated in a rather isolated spot, and this was done appropriately. In addition to our meals that evening, we ordered two other dishes to take with us. On reheating the next day, these were very good, a pleasant reminder of the quality of Trattoria Stella. Overall, a truly remarkable restaurant.

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This was our second time dining at this establishment. All around wonderful experience! Highly recommend making this place a stop on your ventures to Traverse City. Ask your server for recommendations, as they will help guide you to what is best.

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37. PM

    PaulaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We have never been disappointed. Can’t wait to go back

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38. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We have never had a bad experience at Stella! The service is always top notch and the food is spectacular. I recommended always trying the chef’s taste, even if it doesn’t sound like something you’d get on a normal basis - you’ll be surprised how creative the chef gets! They also had morel mushrooms last night which were out of this world and fairly priced. You really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. Drinks are also delicious and price is about what you would expect for a fine dining experience.

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39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Celebrated our wedding anniversary with first time visit to Trattoria Stella and both the food & service were outstanding! The charred octopus & minestrone were delicious - best grilled octopus ever. Entrees of scallops and hake were PERFECTLY prepared. Ended the evening by enjoying their house made limoncello. Our waiter was knowledgeable about the menu and attentive service throughout the evening.

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40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Hands down the best Italian meal we’ve ever had. Everything is fresh from farm to table. The menu changes daily. Our waitress was Haley. She was a solid 10 and simply amazing! We will be back!

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