With fresh, springtime ingredients popping up from the ground, Northern Michigan restaurants are cooking up a storm to share the wonderful flavors of the season with Northern Michigan patrons.  Here are a handful of Northern Michigan food finds from the area’s supreme food and drink scene.


The Mission Table on Old Mission Peninsula

For $25, enjoy three courses of spring-inspired, farm-to-table food at Old Mission Peninsula’s Mission Table until May 31st.  Only 20 minutes north of Traverse City, the Mission Table is a culinary world away.

Call 231.223.4222 for more information and reservations.

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Fischer’s Happy Hour Tavern near Northport

For $14, eat all the fish you can while you can—this special ends Friday, May 9th—at Fischer’s 10 minutes south of Northport.  Their pub-style food and outdoor seating assemble to create a genuine Northern Michigan comfort food experience.

Call 231.386.9923 for more information.

The Rowe Inn in Ellsworth

From Wednesday, May 14th to the Sunday, the 18th, The Rowe Inn hosts its annual Morel Mushrooms Dinner.  Utilizing the rich flavors of morels to its fullest potential, The Rowe’s Chef Wes crafts another special menu for a special ingredient.  $75 per seat.

Call 231.588.7351 for reservations.

Schelde’s Grille & Spirits in Traverse City

For modest prices ($9 to $15 per plate) enjoy Schelde’s comprehensive Spring Special menus for lunch and dinner.

Call 231.946.0981 for menu details.


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