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Dish Cafe

108 S Union St, Traverse City, MI 49684-2520
231-932-2233
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Ranked #30 of 182 restaurants in Traverse City
Good for: Child-friendly, Business, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Takeout
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Good for: Child-friendly, Business, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Takeout
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Knoxville, Tennessee
Senior Contributor
30 reviews 30 reviews
27 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013

Straitforward diner good for breakfast or lunch in downtown Traverse City. The food was good. The restaurant was clean and neat. Recomended

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Traverse City, Michigan
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37 reviews 37 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013 via mobile

The best tomato basil soup I've had anywhere. All ingredients fresh, organic and delectable. I've had 3 different meals - all excellent. Had the soup each time too. Usually 5 or 6 soups to select from, but I can't get past that one. Friends said the other soups are excellent also. Maybe someday, but why change from such a winner?... More

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Traverse City, Michigan, United States
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16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2013 via mobile

Very good healthy lunch items. Excellent wraps quesadillas and soups. My choice when I am downtown traverse city.

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See 8 more reviews by Meg R for Traverse City
Washington DC
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50 reviews 50 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 December 2012

The concierge at my hotel recommended Dish, and I ate lunch there every day! Service is SO friendly and welcoming and the food is first rate. Healthy, creative, tasty and prepared with care. Hot soups are absolutely delicious and fulfilling. Prices are extremely reasonable. I give Dish the highest possible recommendation.

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See 6 more reviews by BluDevil81 for Traverse City
Commerce, Michigan, United States
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12 reviews 12 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 November 2012

My family and I discovered The Dish Cafe a couple years ago and it has become a "must visit" when we are in the Traverse City area. The wraps and salads are super fresh. We especially like that, in the summer months, we can eat outside which is very "dog friendly".

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See 2 more reviews by HMD63 for Traverse City
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2012 via mobile

I love that you can see your food bring prepared. I had the Onassis salad and it was delicious! Friendly staff! Can't beat this place. We come back during our annual trip and look forward to the yummy food.

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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49 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

Sometimes you just want a cozy little lunch with no frills. The food here is good, and fresh. I had a salad and it was just what I needed, no frills but lovely and fresh and filling.

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Honor, Michigan
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 September 2012

We're in T.C. at least once a week, usually for lunch & a movie. There are so many choices, we like to try something different - looking for that "hidden gem". This isn't it. It has a walk up counter where you order. I felt like I was craining my neck to read the drink choices up above, and they... More

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Traverse City, Michigan
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 September 2012

A simple dine in or carry out sandwich and soup restaurant. Good fresh food, well priced, nice staff.

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See 4 more reviews by localfoodie49686 for Traverse City
michigan
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22 reviews 22 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2012

I expect a lot when I eat at a restaraunt in TC. That being said this would be a great spot if it were in most other cities, but many better choices in TC. Try Chefs Inn, Pangeas or U&I lounge.

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