Third Coast Bakery

523 Munson Ave, Traverse City, MI 49686

If your day begins with a trip to the coffee shop, try stopping at Third Coast Bakery. They offer a wide selection of coffee, tea, and other specialty blends that pair perfectly with their baked goods. As a gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and vegan bakery, these bakers have the talent of making something taste as good as it looks while still being healthy. Try their energy bites for a quick breakfast to power you through the morning. You can also find their tasty treats in the bakery section of local stores like Oleson’s!

Farm Club

10051 Lake Leelanau Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684

Enjoy farm-to-table food and brews at Farm Club. Located along the TART trail, it’s the perfect spot to relax, recharge, and enjoy a party in the garden. With 90% of the veggies and herbs grown right on-site—even in the heart of winter—they’re committed to serving healthy, flavorful meals. Whether you’re sitting down for brunch, lunch, or dinner or grabbing home-baked organic goodies from their bakery, Farm Club has something for everyone. Not sure where to start? Dip in with the Farm Board. 

Raduno

545 E Eighth Street, Traverse City, MI 49686

Need to grab lunch on the run? Call Raduno, your neighborhood delicatessen and cafe, and have your order ready when you arrive. Or, if time allows, gather your friends and eat in. Known for their scratch-made pasta, fabulous falafel, and deli salads to-go, they have a wonderful array of healthy lunch options packed with flavor. Pair it with a refreshing kombucha or cold brew to power you through the day.

Taproot Cider House

300 E Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49684

Taproot Cider House focuses on local but is inspired by global, bringing bold flavors and creativity to our well-known northern Michigan ingredients. Located right downtown Traverse City, Taproot is the perfect place to dine in or take out. Think salads are boring? Think again. Their salads are as beautiful as they are flavorful. From yogi bowls and curries to tasty grazing plates and tacos, their menu is made up of delicious, nutritious options, including plenty of plant-based and gluten-free choices. And for an option that is both and still equally delicious, try their Papas Con Rajas Solo.

Oryana

260 E 10th St, Traverse City, MI 49684 | 3587 Marketplace Circle, Traverse City, MI 49684

In Traverse City, we are spoiled with 2 in 1’s—a market and deli all in one. Oryana is one of those magical places. Here, you can shop for local, bright, and organic groceries or consume them off the ‘menu of the day’ in their cafe. Help yourself to the hot bar, with rotating dishes where you pay by the weight. Choose from a variety of soups or have a sandwich made to order. Or, dig into the salad bar for the ultimate create-your-own lunch.

Edson Farms

835 S Garfield Ave, Traverse City, MI 49686

Edson Farms is another local stop-and-shop or sit-and-sip. Thanks to their expansion, there’s plenty of room to place your order in the deli and enjoy a meal on-site. Try a wrap or pressed sandwich, and bring your appetite; they’re huge! Their smoothies and juices are made to order. From bulk foods to vitamins, Edson Farms provides a variety of products that cater to customers with special dietary needs. 

Poppycocks

128 E Front St, Traverse City, MI, US 49684

Last but not least, Traverse City is home to Poppycocks, a local favorite since 1989. Home to a variety of vegetarian and vegan options, large flavorful salads, and homemade soups made daily, Poppycocks offers a dining experience that is both flavorful and memorable. Located on Front Street, you can enjoy a healthy lunch or dinner among their art-filled walls. And don’t miss their Coconut Chili Brussels for a standout starter.

There you have it: 7 places to eat healthy in Traverse City for 7 days of the week—or for whenever you are in the mood for good food. Cheers to all the healthy options so near and to the farms that grow right here.