Welcome to The Parlor, one of the most distinguished bars in downtown Traverse City. We are an old-fashioned craft cocktail bar that offers a prohibition era experience that is vastly different from other establishments. Beyond our intriguing environment, we specialize in fresh, classic and unique handcrafted cocktails and gastro-pub style food - all backed by exceptional service.
Behind the scenes, The Parlor also has an event venue space, the Northern Express Room, that is available for private parties, corporate events, wedding receptions, and other group gatherings. Based in a historic train weigh station that was once occupied by a cherry warehouse in the 1800's, The Parlor offers our patrons an unparalleled sense of historic warmth and vintage vibes with downtown Traverse City's only free parking.
Behind the scenes, The Parlor also has an event venue space, the Northern Express Room, that is available for private parties, corporate events, wedding receptions, and other group gatherings. Based in a historic train weigh station that was once occupied by a cherry warehouse in the 1800's, The Parlor offers our patrons an unparalleled sense of historic warmth and vintage vibes with downtown Traverse City's only free parking.
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You could say that our atmosphere feels like a prohibition era bar, but we like to think that we offer a sense of nostalgia with the best craft cocktails in town. We specialize in fresh, handcrafted cocktails, a warm and cozy ambiance, and artisan tapa style food-all with excellent service.
But beyond our reputation as one the best cocktail bars in Traverse City, we also offer a unique event space available for private parties, corporate events, wedding receptions, and everything in between.Located in the heart of midtown, Traverse City, on Cass and Lake in a historic train weigh station that was once occupied by a cherry warehouse.
But beyond our reputation as one the best cocktail bars in Traverse City, we also offer a unique event space available for private parties, corporate events, wedding receptions, and everything in between.Located in the heart of midtown, Traverse City, on Cass and Lake in a historic train weigh station that was once occupied by a cherry warehouse.
Located in downtown Traverse City, The Northern Express Room is a stunning event space that's suitable for all types of parties. Nestled in a century old historic train weigh station, The Northern Express offers a level of character and ambiance unlike any other event space in Traverse City.
Our private dining room and private bar accommodates private parties of 15 to 80 people, another private bar that accommodates an additional 50 people or use the entire space, which includes three full bars and a dining room to accommodate 200 people with over 1,200 square feet of outdoor deck space.Our 14 ft ceilings with original exposed wood beams make our event space beautiful and spacious.
Our private dining room and private bar accommodates private parties of 15 to 80 people, another private bar that accommodates an additional 50 people or use the entire space, which includes three full bars and a dining room to accommodate 200 people with over 1,200 square feet of outdoor deck space.Our 14 ft ceilings with original exposed wood beams make our event space beautiful and spacious.
From private birthday parties to holiday events, The Parlor is one the most unique and eclectic party venues near downtown Traverse City. Based in a historic train weigh station that was once occupied by a cherry warehouse in the 1800's, The Parlor offers an intriguing and captivating space.
In addition to the venue itself, guests have access to a creative event menu filled with inventive food and drink options, as well as a professional service staff.The Parlor's historic architecture and cozy rustic ambiance makes for an ideal party venue suitable for all types of gatherings.
In addition to the venue itself, guests have access to a creative event menu filled with inventive food and drink options, as well as a professional service staff.The Parlor's historic architecture and cozy rustic ambiance makes for an ideal party venue suitable for all types of gatherings.
We offer all of the quality and beauty your reception deserves in an ideal location in downtown Traverse City. Centrally located at the corner of Cass Avenue and Lake Street, The Parlor offers its exclusive Northern Express Room, three full bars, full catering and events menu, 1,200 square feet of outdoor deck space - all supported by a creative approach to food and drink with exceptional service.
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Jourdan Dean
Jan 30, 2022
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Katie C.
Jan 05, 2022
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Steven Starlin
Nov 23, 2021
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Claudia Bantel
Nov 13, 2021
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Love hearing Miriam and Ryan play!!! Food is tasty...wine was great. They do not have an extensive wine menu but that's ok because they have chosen good wines to feature... Considering covid numbers are VERY high here I wish some wait staff had done a better job of keeping masks covering nose and mouth.
Larry Burbridge
Nov 05, 2021
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Christina Bush
Oct 25, 2021
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Pedro Colon
Oct 23, 2021
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Michael Yang
Sep 25, 2021
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Charles B.
Jul 31, 2021
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Joey Halek
Jul 27, 2021
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Kelsey H.
May 31, 2021
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Really wanted to like this place because the drinks are fabulous and the ambiance is really cool, but the service was pretty bad and the food was below average. Waited over 45 minutes for the server to bring the bill after asking for it and the food (a pizza and breadsticks) took an hour as well. Seemed really disorganized and understaffed. Once the food arrived, we didn't even finish it because it tasted like cafeteria food. I'd return for the drinks, but only once they had more staff to handle the crowds.
Christopher H.
May 30, 2021
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The Parlor has some of the best Cocktails in Traverse City and is a great stop after dinner or as a destination of its own. But... be prepared to wait around.
The Parlor's drink menu is inventive and wide-ranging. I highly recommend trying the peach bourbon lemonade and the blackberry smash in the summer, or warming up with the "smoke stack" cocktail on a chilly winter evening (especially worth it to sit at the bar and see the bartender make the drink in front of you).
But, while the drinks are excellent, the destination needs to work on its service and flow. While the bartenders
The Parlor's drink menu is inventive and wide-ranging. I highly recommend trying the peach bourbon lemonade and the blackberry smash in the summer, or warming up with the "smoke stack" cocktail on a chilly winter evening (especially worth it to sit at the bar and see the bartender make the drink in front of you).
But, while the drinks are excellent, the destination needs to work on its service and flow. While the bartenders
Eowyn K.
May 01, 2021
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Chill bar with good ambiance, a few blocks from the main drag of downtown Traverse City. We've been a couple of times over the years of TC trips, It can get a bit busy, especially on nights they have live music. Good service, good drinks, including fancy cocktails. They also have food, though we have never tried, so this is not included in this rating.
Alishaa D.
Dec 07, 2020
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Andrew J.
Aug 08, 2020
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If this could be zero it would be. Ordered an old fashioned. It came in a tiny plastic cup. Okay that's covid and I'll let it pass. No bitters, a giant orange slice instead of an expressed peel and the bottom was all cherry juice. Not sure what whiskey that was but completely undrinkable. Asked about it and ask for our tab, no apology, no attempt to correct, no manager interaction or indication they care at all. Would never go back.
Kelly B.
Jul 12, 2020
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This was a very cool spot! Seating was spaced out, staff wearing masks, patrons wearing masks when not at their tables- so it felt safe. Inside looked very cool! They have an eclectic mix of vintage chairs arranged into small seating areas. Currently they have a large outdoor seating area with multicolor chairs. We sat outside and enjoyed some drinks. Our waiter was so nice and friendly- had good recommendations for drinks. Had a strawberry basil lemonade- refreshing without being overly sweet. And they had so outdoor acoustic music!
Joshua G.
Oct 27, 2019
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Celeste B.
Oct 13, 2019
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What a neat spot!!! Super cute spot for a date night or a nice dinner out. There is a variety of seating options and fun outside games on the wrap around porch outside. The best part of this spot is that they have happy hour until 7pm on craft cocktails and whoa are they fancy and DELICIOUS! I had the Chamberlains Breakfast (bourbon, coffee liqueur, bitters, torched cinnamon stick topped with coffee grounds) and the strawberry basil lemonade and vodka. Whoa. These both were SO good. The pizza smelled amazing and people said it is some of the best in town!!!
Carly H.
Oct 10, 2019
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This review is for the happy hour. I am not sure if I'd go the full five stars for the regular prices, but at happy hour rates is a home run. The sake cocktail was a favorite at my table, in the only one that ordered it but everyone who sipped it wish they got it. The smoke stack was also beloved and is great for cold weather.
The pizzas were tasty. Audrey Hepburn is as spicy as it sounds. The Bob Marley is a great bbq pizza that is much more subtle than the typical 'pour the barbecue sauce on' style. Spinach artichoke dip was also a crowd favorite although I like more spinach
The pizzas were tasty. Audrey Hepburn is as spicy as it sounds. The Bob Marley is a great bbq pizza that is much more subtle than the typical 'pour the barbecue sauce on' style. Spinach artichoke dip was also a crowd favorite although I like more spinach
Morgan A.
Oct 07, 2019
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This place is so great, we stopped by twice!
Came to the area with my girlfriends for a nice weekend away. This was our first stop when we came into town. Super cool atmosphere. Rustic and vintage feel. They have THREE bars, which is a win in my book. Mixed seating, some tables, chairs, couches, lounge areas. I tried one of the water infused cocktails in cucumber. Delicious! So tasty.
We like it so much, we stopped by again later in the night for a little snack and a night cap. Highly recommend this place for a cocktail and conversation. Not a place to just rush in and out of.
Came to the area with my girlfriends for a nice weekend away. This was our first stop when we came into town. Super cool atmosphere. Rustic and vintage feel. They have THREE bars, which is a win in my book. Mixed seating, some tables, chairs, couches, lounge areas. I tried one of the water infused cocktails in cucumber. Delicious! So tasty.
We like it so much, we stopped by again later in the night for a little snack and a night cap. Highly recommend this place for a cocktail and conversation. Not a place to just rush in and out of.
Elies S.
Jun 26, 2019
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In town for a visit and everyone said to stop in for a drink here. Happen to be 50% off mojitos night. The atmosphere is pretty cool and there was live music. We decided to sit outside and enjoy the weather: drinks were alright, mojitos were a bit chunky for our taste. Other downfall was our waitress brought us the drinks but then never returned. We waited and waited but finally went to the bar to pay our check and head on to the next place.
Still suggest trying it out though
Still suggest trying it out though
