Brady’s
Bar, a tradition in
Traverse City, offers fish and prime rib dinners cooked to
perfection. Friday fish fry. A family owned ‘Irish’ bar for over
20 years. Pat Cole, owner. Phone 1-231-946-8153.
As of the
1st
week of July, Pat at Grand Traverse Tackle Box (1-231-933-6138)
reports lake trout fishing good but on the small side. Keepers
in the both Bays have to be 22”. White fish biting good in East
Bay in 40’-80’ of water on wigglers. In Arbutus & Spider Lakes
bass fishing good, bluegill fair. Walleye are being caught in
Long Lake and the south end of Leelanau Lake. For a current
fishing report call the shop.
There is
no question about it, Grand Traverse Tackle Box is the #1 tackle
shop in the territory.
Visit their new web site at: gttacklebox.com. The first web site
in the area to be so inclusive for fishermen. The web site
reports the latest local area fishing news, new merchandise,
sale items, fishing tips. Just about any fishing question will
be answered to improve your fish catches by knowledgeable
personnel. Grand Traverse Tackle Box is one of the premier
tackle shops in the north. Their motto being, “If we haven’t got
it, you don’t need it!” Your first visit will convince you.
For a real
lunch or dinner treat visit the ’tastiest’ Chinese restaurant in
the Traverse City area, China Buffet King. JULY-AUGUST SPECIAL
NOW ON¼
Your check up to $20.00 gets a 10% discount. Over $20.00 take a
15% discount. Nothing is spared to make your meal tasty and
enjoyable. Regular lunch and dinner special menus are also
offered including take outs. Their lunch buffet exceeds any
buffet in the city on taste and price. Their dinner buffet
offers a variety of shrimp, sushi, sweet and sour soups
including wonton and egg drop. A great selection of salads and
deserts. Their selection of oriental foods is superb. Treat your
family to the finest at the best prices. BUFFET HOURS: Lunch,
Mon-Sat, 11am-4pm. Dinner, Mon-Thur 4:30pm-9:30pm. Fri-Sat,
4:30pm-11:00pm. Sunday Grand Buffet, 11:00am-9:30pm. Children
under 4 free. Seniors over 65 10% discount. Open 7 days a week.
1112 S. Garfield (Garfield & Carver, across from Olsons Food
Market). For pickup orders call 933-9999.
JJ’s Bar
and Grill just south of
Chum’s Corner, new owners Jane and Joe, welcome you and your
friends. Delicious home cooked meals from prime rib to burgers
at very reasonable prices. Daily lunch and dinner specials.
Breakfast special only $1.99, 2 eggs, bacon or sausage and hash
browns or home fries, cup of coffee. Monday, 75 cent tacos.
Tuesday, 99 cent ¼ lb. burger. Wednesday, Chef Choice average
$4.25. Thursday $1.00 off. Friday, fish fry all-u-can eat,
$5.99. Credit card accepted. Call 943-8663.
As of the
1st
week of July, Pat at the Lakeside Resort on Lake Leelanau
(231-946-6994) reports walleye fishing good. Perch action
picking up. Pike and bass fair. For a current fishing report
call the resort. Live bait, snacks, a gas pump and a launch on
site. Lakeside Resort is situated in one of the hottest fishing
areas of Lake Leelanau.
The
Driftwood Motel is located on the famous East Bay Miracle Mile
right on the Bay. Enjoy waterfront views and breath taking
sunsets over Mission Peninsula. A vacation or overnight stop you
will enjoy. Bon fires nightly. Close to downtown Traverse City
and good restaurants. Ample parking for a boat and trailer. Boat
ramps about 4 miles away. Fishermen can go fishing while the
family enjoys the beach and pool area. Reservations are now
being taken for winter sports. Call 1-231-938-1600. Fax
1-231-938-2178.
Olson’s
Auto Body, Inc. is
celebrating their 25th year serving car owners in
Traverse City and surrounding areas. Collision specialists.
Featuring new state-of-the-art and environmentally friendly high
tech painting facility and equipment. Lifetime warranty on
collision work and guaranteed paint matching. Experienced staff
to handle your insurance claims. Expert detailing. Loaners
available. For an honest estimate call 1-231-947-4499, toll free
1-888-954-4499. Owner ‘Scotty’ Olson and the family are avid
fisher-people. Hours: Mon-Fri 8-5. Saturday by appointment only.
Bazin’s,
Inc. (231‑943‑9070) For
quality guaranteed work from tune ups to motor overhaul, etc,
and at very reasonable prices, the boys at Bazin’s are ready to
serve you. A tradition in Traverse City, Jerry Bazin built his
business on honest and reliability. Along with his chief
mechanic Vic, with over 20 years in the business, the boys will
have your vehicle purring like a kitten. Check Bazin’s out.
RANCH
RUDOLF
Ranch
Rudolf, just 12 miles
form Traverse City is indeed one the finest family vacation
resort in Michigan. Situated on the banks of the Boardman River,
a Blue Ribbon trout stream. The resort offers fun and relaxation
for the whole family from fly or regular fishing, horse back
riding, hay rides, exploring the woods with its many trails,
plus much more. Beautiful comfortable rooms with a homey
atmosphere. A beautiful diner serving excellent meals. Ranch
Rudolf is a family fun relaxation retreat be it summer, fall or
winter. An RV park is part of the grounds. Call the ranch for
reservations or a brochure. Sid and Melody Hamlin, hosts. Phone
1-231-947-9529.
