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Trattoria Stella

1200 West 11th Street, Unit One, Suite One, Traverse City, MI 49684
231-929-8989
Ranked #4 of 138 restaurants in Traverse City
4.5 of 5 stars 159 Reviews
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Traverse City, Michigan
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Such a fantastin diniing experience. Wish there was an Epicurean Classic event this summer. You always have a great cookbook author for this dinner.

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Elliot Lake
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

Brought my two Canadian girlfriends to this restaurant in early May and what a great lunch . I have frequented this restaurant on several occassions, so this was a real treat to see them enjoy their lunch. Thanks for the meal - and it was price very reasonable as they say "you pau for you get"

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New Baltimore, Michigan
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

The swordfish and lamb were both excellent. The salad was a bit overpriced, considering that it was composed strictly of field greens and dressing.

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Grand Rapids MI
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 via mobile

Get the ahi Tuna bolognase, it is unbelievable. Better than and beef I have ever had.

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Beverly Hills, Michigan
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

This little gem may be off the beaten track, but it's a cut way above the typical "up north" fare. Housed in a former asylum, and featuring locally grown or produced products, Stella's is worth our drive from 90 miles away to savor the tasty & unusual fare. Be sure to ask for Byron for your server, because his hilarious... More

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Royal Oak Mich
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

Had lunch here on a friday afternoon. Its a bit difficult to find because its on the grounds of the former Northern Michigan Asylum. There was a lot of construction going on, and heavy equipment everywhere. Finally found the building, and parking was at a preimium. The restaurant had an open feel to it. We sat at the bar, which... More

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Williamston, Michigan
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

Went here for dinner with my husband. Menu is insane - you'll need some help from your server to distinguish what's what and what will be in your tastes. Everything we ordered was fantastic. Service really good and knowledgable. We had a drink at the bar - I tried absinthe for the first time and the bartender served it French-style.... More

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Grand Blanc MI
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76 reviews 76 reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

The menu changes daily with farm to table concept. I ate both lunch and dinner here. Since the menu changes, we were able to try a variety of items. I have a food allergy and the chef even made my meal special!

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Traverse City, Michigan
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

We enjoy grabbing a couple of seats in the bar area at Stella for dinner. It feels more relaxed than the rest of the dining room and the bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable. We're pretty picky about the food we eat (wanting to only eat fresh, local and organic when possible which means avoiding chain restaurants) so this is one... More

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Traverse City, Michigan
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

Only wish they had a better wine list with some French wines. Good food. Interesting and stimulating menu selections. Always good.

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