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Welcome to Aerie Restaurant & Lounge 

With panoramic views of Grand Traverse Bay and a vibrant, contemporary menu, Aerie Restaurant & Lounge has always been a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Aerie delights friends, couples, and families alike. Located on the 16th floor of the Tower inside Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, we have proudly served Northern Michigan for more than 10 years.

Our acclaimed dining venue favors friendly over formality and has become a mecca for those who love bold, exciting flavors. We feature local wine and beer selections and make a point of sourcing local ingredients to give you a true taste of Northern Michigan.

The creative culinary team and dedicated staff always put service first, and we strive to create a fun, delicious, and memorable meal for each table. Peruse our menus now for new and unique dishes.

Location

We are located on the 16th floor of the Tower at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa. 

Contact

231-534-6800 

Hours

Dinner:
Wednesday & Thursday: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday & Saturday:  5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Sunday Brunch: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Please note that these hours may be affected by private events.

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New Year's Eve Dinner

NEW YEAR'S EVE DINNER

December 31 | 5:00pm - 10:00pm

Say farewell to 2026 in style with an epic New Year's Eve dining experience at Aerie Restaurant. Enjoy a prix fixe dinner menu 5:00pm to 10:00pm for $175++ per person.

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*Please note that children are welcome during dinner service until 9pm. After 9pm, all guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Please contact us for any dietary restrictions: 231-534-6800. Advance reservations are highly recommended.

Fall Color Lunch

FALL COLOR LUNCH

Saturdays in October | 11:00am - 2:00pm

Enjoy the changing of the seasons from the 16th floor at our Fall Color Lunch at Aerie Restaurant & Lounge. Join us Saturdays in October from 11:00am - 2:00pm. Click below to book your table.

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Aerie x Folgarelli's Rhône Valley Wine Dinner

AERIE X FOLGARELLI'S WINE DINNER

November 5 | 6:00pm

Experience Rhône Valley through food and wine at Aerie Restaurant & Lounge in partnership with Folgarelli's Wine Shop. Join us at Aerie Restaurant & Lounge for a curated dining experience, featuring thoughfully crafted dishes celebrating the flavors of France's Rhône Valley.

Cost: $75 per person (Must be 21+ to attend)

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Friendsgiving

FRIENDSGIVING

November 19 | 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Let's feast, toast, and give thanks! Celebrate Friendsgiving at Aerie on November 19 with a delicious family-style dinner. $30++ per person.

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Thanksgiving Buffet

THANKSGIVING BUFFET

November 26 | 10:00am - 3:00pm

Leave the cooking to us this Thanksgiving Day! Join us at Aerie Restaurant & Lounge for a delectable spread of all of your Thanksgiving favorites.

Adults: $58++
Children ages 5-12: $18.00++
Children under 4 are complimentary with the purchase of adult brunch

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Book on OpenTable or call 231-534-6800. Reservations are highly recommended. Price does not include beverages or gratuity.

Christmas Day Brunch

CHRISTMAS DAY BRUNCH

December 25 | 10:00am - 3:00pm

Celebrate ChristmasDay with an elevated brunch experience overlooking Grand Traverse Bay. Enjoy a thoughtfully curated spread featuring chef attended stations, seasonal offerings, roasted dearborn ham and prime rib.

$58 per adult
Children 5-12 : $18
Children 4 and Under:  Complimentary with the purchase of adult brunch

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Book on OpenTable or call 231-534-6800. Advance reservations are highly recommended. Price does not include beverages or gratuity.

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch 

Sundays | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Experience a brunch unlike any other with delicious food, drinks, and panoramic views from the 16th floor of our Tower.

Adults: $42/person
Children 5-12: $18
Children 4 and under: Complimentary with purchase of adult brunch

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Book on OpenTable or call 231-534-6800. Advance reservations are highly recommended.

Early Birdie Menu

EARLY BIRDIE MENU 

Enjoy a 3-course menu for only $48 Wednesday and Thursday from 5-6pm. Click below to view the menu and book your reservation. 

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Chef Ryan Swenson

Chef de Cuisine
Ryan Swenson

Chef Ryan Swenson is the Chef de Cuisine at Aerie Restaurant & Lounge on the 16th floor of the Tower at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa. With more than 15 years of culinary experience, Chef Swenson joined the team at the Resort in 2024 and made the move to Aerie in 2026. Swenson is a 2015 graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. He previously worked at several resorts and Eleven Madison in New York, a Michelin 3-star restaurant. Chef Swenson enjoys experimenting with local flavors and putting a creative spin on traditional dishes.

Chef Lisa Clark

Pastry Chef
Lisa Clark

Everything is sweet with Chef Lisa Clark! Chef Lisa attended the Great Lakes Culinary Institute at Northwestern Michigan College and spent two years working in downtown Traverse City where she learned and absorbed the art of dessert. She joined the team at the Resort in 2014 and worked her way up to Executive Pastry Chef. She is always looking for new ways to make something sweet and is taking a sugar art class.

Private Parties

Private Parties

Aerie Restaurant & Lounge is the perfect backdrop for your upcoming gathering! Designed for groups of 15 or more, our space is the perfect place for your next celebration. Click below to learn more and book your group.

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