Aerie Restaurant & Lounge

Perched on the 16th floor of the Tower at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, Aerie Restaurant & Lounge offers an unparalleled dining experience with breathtaking panoramic views of Grand Traverse Bay in Northern Michigan. This acclaimed venue has been a culinary destination for over a decade, delighting locals and visitors with its vibrant, contemporary menu that favors friendly hospitality over formality. The creative culinary team showcases the best of Northern Michigan with locally sourced ingredients, regional wines, and craft beers. Menu highlights include the indulgent 28-ounce 60-day aged Prime Tomahawk Ribeye, buttery-seared Scallops with sauce vierge, delicate Seabass with apricot chutney, and the show-stopping Shellfish Tower with lobster, king crab, and fresh oysters. Starters like the USDA Prime Beef Tartare with miso mustard and Duck Confit with orange caraway marmalade set the tone for an exceptional meal. The dessert menu features creative offerings like Limoncello Cheesecake and Deconstructed Black Forest Cake, with proceeds supporting local nonprofits. Open Monday through Thursday for dinner from 5-9pm, Friday and Saturday until 10pm, and Sunday Brunch from 10am-2pm. Reservations recommended for this Traverse City favorite.