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Trattoria Stella

1200 West 11th Street, Unit One, Suite One, Traverse City, MI 49684
231-929-8989
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Ranked #5 of 170 restaurants in Traverse City
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Essexville, Michigan
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

One of my good friends lives in Traverse City, and she convinced my boyfriend and I to go eat out at the restaurant that she worked at. Stella's was that restaurant. First of all, very pricey, so be aware of that. The atmosphere I could tell would be appealing to some, but to me the fact that we were dining... More

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Ann Arbor, Michigan
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39 reviews 39 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Michigan used to have a number of large psychiatric hospitals; when they were closed, few were re-purposed. Traverse City was unique in that their psychiatric hospital has been adapted with shops, restaurants and office space, and Trattoria Stella is in the basement. The food is delightful and the service is excellent!

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Fort Worth, TX
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174 reviews 174 reviews
101 restaurant reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Great place in the old State Mental Hospital grounds and building...it's down in the basement (like most shops there), and it's a bit upscale! But the owner/manager has instilled a sense of importance, regale and service in all the waitstaff, and it comes across in a healthy "respect" so it's well received. The food was excellent, although a bit outlandish... More

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This was our second trip to Stella's. Both times were beyond incredible. Tried the boar, the chicken galantina, chilled potato and fava bean soup, arugula salad, and the chocolate torte at our table. Every single course was amazing. I've been to many nice restaurants throughout the U.S., and this is hands down the best. The service was also amazing. The... More

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Ann Arbor, Michigan, Usa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

I disovered this restaurant by mistake while making a u-turn. What a wonderful surprise. The waitstff is first rate. Knowledge of food and wine is outstanding.

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Interlochen, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

Stella's has never let me down. If I want to have a quiet celebration with my wife and know that the food and the service will be good, I go to Trattoria Stella and stroll around the grounds of the old State Hospital after dinner.

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Sault Ste. Marie
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6 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Want to try something new in a meal....not just fried foods? Trattoria Stella in the Traverse City Commons near the Munsing Medical Centre is an experience in eating. Give yourself some time to visit the many unique shops down the halls of the building next to the restaurant.

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Ajijic, Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

My first trip to Traverse City and my first visit to Stella's. I came with my niece who lives in Farmington Hills, MI with her family. She had told me the story of the former location where Stella's is located which added to the charm and ambiance of the restaurant. I loved every bite and every sip of the locally... More

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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12 reviews 12 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

This restaurant delivered on every level. We arrived on the dot for our 7pm reservations and was not seated until nearly 8:30 - but not a single person in our 10 person party was upset with this. As many have noted, this is the kind of restaurant in which people take their time and enjoy their evening - we certainly... More

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Huntington Woods, Michigan
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14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

This little hidden restaurant is a very cool place for several reasons. First, the food was simply delicious. There were 5 of us and we all had something different and we all loved our choices. The menu is a little discombobulating but if you can figure it out there is good stuff. Second, they owners try and use only Michigan... More

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