Palette Bistro
A Mediterranean bistro with views of Little Traverse Bay at sunset, popular for its small plates, brick-oven pizzas and seafood paella.
Located downtown on Bay St. The two-story dining room overlooks Little Traverse Bay, and the back-row window seats are the best spots for sunset (the rooftop and front patio do not have lake views). The menu features seasonal Mediterranean small plates and brick-oven dishes. Frequently recommended dishes include seafood paella, thinly sliced cucumber, Margherita pizza, salmon and beef tenderloin. Happy hour and the 'Taste of Palette' set menu (small plates, a large plate and dessert) offer good value. Brunch is served on Sundays, and vegetarian and allergy requests are well accommodated. Some reviews say the kitchen's performance is uneven. Reservations are recommended in summer.
Opening hours
Daily dinner; Sunday brunch (confirm with the restaurant)
Nearby sights
- Gaslight District
- Little Traverse History Museum
- Bayfront Park
- Crooked Tree Arts Center
- Little Traverse Wheelway
- Bear River Valley Recreation Area
- Bay View Association
- Petoskey State Park