Traverse City

Traverse City is famous as Michigan's cherry capital and the hub of the Old Mission and Leelanau Peninsula wine regions, and BarFinder's data reflects that identity clearly: wineries and breweries together make up more than half of the city's 111 listed venues. Real local names like J Henry Vineyard and Old Mission Beer Company anchor the wine-and-beer trail, while Sleder's Family Tavern - one of Michigan's oldest bars - keeps a classic northern-Michigan tavern tradition alive. From lakeside wine tastings to old-school taverns, Traverse City's scene draws heavily on its reputation as a Up North tourist destination.