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Boathouse Restaurant, Traverse City, MI

Boathouse Restaurant

4.9
4.9
2038 Reviews
$50 and over
European

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for fine wines
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.

Order delivery or takeout

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
    (231) 223-4030
  • Website
    http://www.boathouseonwestbay.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Samuel Plamondon
  • Location
    14039 Peninsula Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686
  • Neighbourhood
    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

Menu

Oysters & Caviar

  • Half Shell

    mignonette, cocktail sauce, lemon, horseradish

    • half dozen US$24.00
    • dozenUS$45.00

  • Rockefeller

    bacon, spinach, parmesan, pernod, garlic, panko

    • American White Sturgeon CaviarUS$99.00

      • Prime Ossetra CaviarUS$150.00

        Seafood & Vegetables

        • Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$18.00

          half dozen, classic cocktail sauce, lemon, horseradish

          • Grilled OctopusUS$24.00

            red wine poached, chorizo, garbanzo bean, tomato, escarole, lemon

            • Yellowfin Tuna TartareUS$24.00

              chive, shallot, avocado, ponzu, lemon, potato chips

              • Roasted Cabbage CeasarUS$14.00

                hard seared cabbage, parmesan frico, ceasar dressing

                • Tempura Asparagus US$13.00

                  fried crispy, smoked tomato coulis

                  Meat & Game

                  • Wagyu Beef CarpaccioUS$21.00

                    black garlic, field greens, 24mo parmesan, long pepper, olive oil, pickled shisito

                    • Foie Gras US$28.00

                      seared, brioche, apple purée, quince, blood orange gastrique

                      • Shaver Doppio RavioliUS$24.00

                        wagyu beef, hand dipped ricotta, madeira brodo, scallion, forest mushroom

                        • Pheasant PithivierUS$21.00

                          confit pheasant, sharpham brie, root vegetables, truffle pheasant gravy

                          Soups

                          • Morel Chanterelle BisqueUS$18.00

                            chateau d'orignac, cream, white truffle oil

                            • Lobster & Shrimp BisqueUS$16.00

                              lobster stock, shrimp, cream, brandy, chive

                              Salads

                              • GreekUS$9.00

                                organic field greens, bulgarian feta, pickled vegetables, grape tomato, oregano red wine vinaigrette, crimson lentils

                                • Winter SaladUS$12.00

                                  arugula, pears, celery root, golden beets, chèvre, spiced walnut, lemon vinaigrette

                                  • WedgeUS$14.00

                                    cherry tomato, avocado, crispy bacon, creamy bleu cheese dressing, pickled red onion

                                    Entrees

                                    • Wagyu 6oz FiletUS$68.00

                                      • Wagyu 8oz Manhattan StripUS$75.00

                                        • One Pound Maine Lobster TailUS$99.00

                                          butter poached, parmesan risotto, grilled asparagus, carrots, saffron beurre blanc

                                          • Chickpea CakesUS$32.00

                                            roasted red pepper coconut curry, marcona almond, roasted forest mushroom, cilantro

                                            • North Road SalmonUS$48.00

                                              horseradish-cauliflower puree, beets, kohlrabi, swiss chard, leek, touille

                                              • Rack of ElkUS$72.00

                                                celery root purée, brussel sprouts, blue hubbard squash, coffee crust, hazelnut crumble

                                                • Great Lakes WalleyeUS$48.00

                                                  pan-seared, blue hubbard gnocchi, cauliflower puree, brussels sprouts, forest mushroom, buerre blanc

                                                  Additional Sides

                                                  • Roasted AsparagusUS$10.00

                                                    smoked tomato coulis

                                                    • 8 oz Lobster TailUS$40.00

                                                      butter poached

                                                      Dinners for Two

                                                      • Surf & TurfUS$159.00

                                                        two 5 oz wagyu filets, two 8 oz lobster tails, crab stuffing, potato dauphinoise, asparagus, tomato jam, saffron beurre blanc, includes two greek or wedge salads

                                                        • ChateaubriandUS$199.00

                                                          20 oz center cut wagyu tenderloin, twice baked potatoes, asparagus, creamed spinach, morel mushroom cream, black truffle demi-glace, includes two greek or wedge salads

                                                          • Whole Roasted DuckUS$135.00

                                                            holiday spiced duck, chestnut parmesan risotto, french baby carrot, broccolini, duck jus, scallion

                                                            Last updated: December 28, 2024

                                                            What 2,038 people are saying

                                                            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
                                                            • 4.9Food
                                                            • 4.9Service
                                                            • 4.9Ambience
                                                            • 4.6Value

                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                            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 Ambience

                                                            • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

                                                              Best Value

                                                            • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

                                                              Great for fine wines

                                                            • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

                                                              Romantic

                                                            • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

                                                              Great for scenic views

                                                            • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

                                                              Good for special occasions

                                                            • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

                                                              Most Booked

                                                            • Northern Michigan

                                                              Best Overall

                                                            • Northern Michigan

                                                              Best Food

                                                            • Northern Michigan

                                                              Best Service

                                                            • Northern Michigan

                                                              Best Ambience

                                                            • Northern Michigan

                                                              Best Value

                                                            • Northern Michigan

                                                              Great for fine wines

                                                            • Northern Michigan

                                                              Romantic

                                                            • Northern Michigan

                                                              Great for scenic views

                                                            • Northern Michigan

                                                              Good for special occasions

                                                            • Northern Michigan

                                                              Most Booked

                                                            Review summary

                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                            Boathouse Restaurant offers "spectacular experiences" with its "outstanding food" and "phenomenal service." Nestled on the picturesque Old Mission Peninsula, guests enjoy "gorgeous views" of Lake Michigan. Standout dishes include the halibut and duck appetizer, complemented by a "wonderful" wine selection. It's a "gem" perfect for special occasions.

                                                            2,038 Reviews

                                                            1. OpenTable Diner

                                                              Hawaii2 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Boathouse is one of our favorite restaurants in the Traverse City area. It’s perfect for the bigger celebrations, and we visited this time after having had an amazing experience when we visited for an intimate dinner right before our wedding. This visit was just as big of a hit! Service is incredible and the food is amazing! Excited to continue coming here to celebrate life’s big and small events!

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                                                            2. Sarina VIP

                                                              Detroit84 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Always an amazing dinner with spectacular views. It is our go to place for a special dinner. Never disappoints.

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                                                            3. GERALD VIP

                                                              Northern MI8 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              We enjoyed the shrimp cocktail, fresh beet salad and the surf and turf. Wonderful service and water views!

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                                                            4. Michelle

                                                              Chicago3 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              Dined on March 2, 2025

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              We enjoyed another great meal at The Boathouse. The food was yummy, the service was friendly & efficient and the views of Bowers Harbor are second to none. On this visit, we were treated to the Restaurant Week deal which was an amazing value for an impressive 3 course meal. This is easily my favorite restaurant in Traverse City.

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                                                            5. Sharron

                                                              Northern MI3 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              Dined on March 2, 2025

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Wonderful food, lovely staff, great atmosphere, another fantastic restaurant week experience. Thanks to all at the Boathouse

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                                                            6. Tom

                                                              Washington DC9 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              Dined on March 1, 2025

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Great Food, Great Service! Restaurant Week so lots going on, good job keeping all in order and we enjoyed our visit. Thanks.

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                                                            7. Alexander

                                                              Northern MI1 review

                                                              5.0

                                                              Dined on February 28, 2025

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Consistently excellent food, great service, and attention to detail. The team knows what they’re doing, and it shows. Always a great spot that never disappoints!

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                                                            8. OpenTable Diner

                                                              Detroit7 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              Dined on February 27, 2025

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              It was restaurant week and we had an early reservation as it fills up fast. We were seated promptly, food was amazing, oysters Rockefeller was best I ever had, martini made perfectly, wait staff attentive and knowledgeable. Great experience

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                                                            9. Katie

                                                              Grand Rapids13 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              Dined on February 27, 2025

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              As always a wonderful meal with excellent service. One of our favorite places to dine. Will be back for your Morel mushroom weekend! Marked it on my calendar to make our reservation!

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                                                            10. Andrea

                                                              Washington DC1 review

                                                              5.0

                                                              Dined on February 27, 2025

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Outstanding personalized service! The food was amazing! We will be back 😊

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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 2038 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                            Make a reservation

                                                            2 people
                                                            7:00 p.m.
                                                            Booked 14 times today

                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                            Google Map for Boathouse Restaurant

                                                            14039 Peninsula Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686

                                                            Additional information

                                                            • Neighbourhood
                                                              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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