Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Lake Leelanau

"Since 1996, Mike and Denise Busley have been making pies of all kinds (27 varieties of fruit pie, including six kinds of cherry pie) as well as seven kinds of cream pie, pot pies, quiches, cookies, scones and muffins. Dress code: CasualPhone: +1 231-922-7437"

"Anyone with a sweet tooth will think that Grand Traverse Pie Company is a paradise, and it’s the perfect stop for dessert. The first shop opened in 1996 on West Front Street. Then, the company opened a second location downtown on North Park Street."

"From Business: The Traverse City Park Street location is located in the heart of downtown on the ground floor of the 101 North Park Building. Occupying a spacious retail space…"

"With a name like Morsels, you can guess that this little eatery makes bite-sized goods. In addition, it makes coffee and espresso to order and cafe fare for breakfast in Traverse City. You can get old-fashioned oatmeal, baked French toast strata, breakfast sandwiches and burritos, and bagels with cream cheese."

"Now that we found out about Mundo’s Roasting Company, it’s our go-to spot to get a great cup of coffee and to get stuff done. The decor is on point, with a mix of rustic with lots of wood, complete with white walls, hanging light bulbs, and plenty of cozy couches and plants. These guys do coffee justice with their freshly roasted, small batch, single origin coffee beans that you can pick up to take home, or enjoy in the coffeeshop."

"I got the Bacon Egg and Cheese w/ spicy mayo and an Oat Milk Latte-- amazing. They have a nice vibe in the ..."

"Another European favorite among locals is Common Good Bakery. It makes delicious breads with time-honored techniques and simple ingredients; sweet and savory pastries from scratch; and breakfast items that give your brain energy to start the day. Its breakfast menu includes croissants, danishes, cinnamon rolls, and sandwiches."

"I travel a lot for work, and when I'm in town I make sure to go every day. I usually just have a pastry and coffee,..."

"If someone brought in some Potter’s treats for their birthday at school, everyone was freaking out. These guys have been in business since 1929, and they are incredible at what they do. They churn out tons of cakes, cookies, donuts, bread, muffins and other specialty items."

"Stop in at the “original” location on Front Street for just a slice of their famous cherry pie and a coffee (that’s breakfast, right?) or branch out and try their quiche of the day (just $4.99, served with homemade pumpkin bread on the side) or a sandwich for lunch."

"Northern Michigan’s first Artisan Bakery, Pleasanton has been a leader in the local food movement for over 20 years. Using time honored techniques and an incredible wood-fired brick oven, Pleasanton Bakery creates breads that are unlike any other available. Tuesday-Saturday, 8am-8pm"

"At The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, you’ll find the first artisan bakery in Northern Michigan: Pleasanton Brick Oven Bakery. This rustic restaurant has been making incredible wood-fired pizzas for more than 20 years. It serves fresh-baked breads, pastries, and cookies also."

"What you should order depends on your personal taste and what you’re in the mood for. Consider trying these if you need some inspiration: Chili, Clam Chowder, and Ribs."

"Pretzels where delicious, come in 6 or so different flavors. Lots of dipping sauce options. Staff was friendly and efficient."

"staff glares at you the whole time, as if they really want you to leave, and it makes the experience uncomfortable."

"From Business: Since its inception in 1977, China Fair Restaurant has been catering to customers in Northern Michigan. Located in Traverse City, Mich., its menu contains…"

"At Moonstruck Gardens you’ll find cool houseplants, pots, handcrafted wreaths and arrangements, dried flower bunches, and one-of-a-kind garden and nature-related gifts. You will find Leelanau Lavender products here as well. We make them in small batches in Traverse City, using the highest quality ingredients that are organic, local and fair trade whenever possible."

"Between Clinch Park Marina and Volleyball Beach is a lovely public green space. Open Space Park offers open space, picnic tables, a water bottle filling station, and a paved walking and biking path, all with a great view of Grand Traverse Bay. Hopefully returning to the post-pandemic world is the Open Space Outdoor Cinema, where movie lovers can enjoy outdoor films on a 65-foot screen by the water!"

"As another authentic diner experience in Traverse City, Randy’s Diner has been a terrific hangout spot since 1997. It has one of the finest breakfast menus because nearly everything that you could want to start your day is available. Check out this list!"

"Applebee's is the largest casual dining chain in the world, with locations throughout the U.S. and many countries worldwide. Dress code: CasualPhone: +1 231-929-2929"