Blu - Glen Arbor
About This Spot
Stepping into Blu in Glen Arbor feels like entering a thoughtfully curated space where elegance and ease coalesce quietly. The light fills the room softly through skylights set against high ceilings, creating an airy and inviting backdrop that encourages guests to slow down and soak in the moment. It’s the kind of place where every detail—from the warm greetings to the subtle hum of conversations—feels carefully balanced between fine dining formality and approachable comfort.
Here, the pace is unhurried, allowing you to savor not just the culinary offerings but also the atmosphere itself. The attentive staff adds warmth that never feels intrusive, guiding your experience with genuine care while letting the natural charm of the setting and its lake views shine through. Whether you’re sharing a special milestone or simply winding down after a day exploring the Sleeping Bear Dunes, Blu offers a space that quietly celebrates connection and thoughtful enjoyment.
The kitchen crafts each plate with a distinct sense of place, weaving local ingredients and global influences into a narrative that unfolds gradually with each course. It’s not about ticking boxes with familiar dishes, but about the discovery in every bite—from delicate amuse-bouches that set a contemplative tone to richer, layered flavors that linger pleasantly. Wine selections feel like companion pieces, thoughtfully chosen to elevate the meal rather than compete with it, weaving a subtle Italian finesse into the experience.
Visitors often find that meals here carry a memorable personal touch—not only in the food itself but in moments like a child’s curiosity sparking a behind-the-scenes kitchen visit, or a couple finding an intimate lakeside spot to mark an anniversary. These human moments give Blu an understated character that invites return visits, each one revealing something quietly new about the place.
What’s Available Here
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Outdoor seating
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Dine-in
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Delivery
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Great cocktails
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Great coffee
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Great dessert
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Great wine list
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Serves local specialty
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Dinner
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Solo dining
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Coffee
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Healthy options
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Organic dishes
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Spirits
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Vegetarian options
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Wine
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Dinner
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Dessert
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Table service
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Toilet
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Cosy
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Romantic
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Trendy
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Upmarket
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Family friendly
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LGBTQ+ friendly
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Tourists
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Transgender safe space
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Dinner reservations recommended
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Accepts reservations
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Cheques
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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Credit cards
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Free of charge street parking
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Free parking lot
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Parking
Location & Hours
| Monday | Closed | |
| Tuesday | Closed | |
| Wednesday | 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM | |
| Thursday | Closed | |
| Friday | 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM | |
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| Saturday | 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM | |
| Sunday | Closed |
Margo Watterson 15 Jan 2026
Blu was astounding. The staff is truly the shining gem of this place they are warm welcoming while delivering an upscale experience at every turn. The food was beautifully presented and had incredible flavor with every bite. Our son got a tour of the kitchen and it made his whole evening.
Elizabeth Neubig 06 Jan 2026
Light and airy atmosphere with high ceilings and skylights, this beautiful place on Lake Michigan serves up exquisite dishes of delicious food! I had salad and the gnocchi and shrimp appetizer, which was wonderful. My husband ordered the duck, which he loved. The flour-less chocolate cake for dessert was amazing. Our waitress was fabulous!
Jason 28 Dec 2025
We have consistently fabulous meals, service, ambience and everything in between. The sleeping bear supper series are so fun and a great chance to try new things! First one of the year was perfect! The morel amuse bouche was a generous starter. I’m not a fan of tuna- but the way it was prepared made it our favorite course. Tenderloin and crème brûlée - all top notch. This place should’ve been standing room only with people banging down the doors, it was just THAT good!
Joan Florian 24 Dec 2025
This place has fantastic food, great drinks and wine list. My husband had duck confit, I had the salmon with shrimp and risotto. Try the crab puffs and fried green tomatoes. Morgan made it happen with a lakeside view for our anniversary.
Three Monkeys and Daddy 10 Nov 2025
Amazing - best meal out we have had since Covid. For the past few years my wife and I have been so disappointed by meals out in virtually every category. We went to Blu with mid expectations due to this , just hoping for a decent meal while in Glen Arbor. We were absolutely blown away and so impressed by everything from the olives appetizer to the bisque and salad, the salmon and wagyu and don’t even get me started about the pear my wife had and the pineapple upside down cake. A class act and we can’t wait to be back next year. Great job!!!
Meghan N 21 Oct 2025
Amazing! Mary was wonderful, very knowledgeable and kind. The food is SPECTACULAR, honestly the best meal and deserts we have had in a long time. The chef was so accommodating for gluten and dairy intolerance, and no one had to skip a course due to their preparedness. A truly wonderful experience from start to finish
Nathan Ver Beek 09 Oct 2025
It's going to be difficult to find enough good things to say about our experience about Blu but I will try. Every aspect of the dining experience at Blu was peak quality. We can start with the ambiance. The building is beautiful and there's a nice view of the water if you get a good table. Definition of fine dining experience is the best way to describe it. The food is excellent. We had the NY strip and the duck. Both were amazing. The duck is a staple, so much so that you get a numbered card to commemorate it. The service was amazing. Not only did they try to make our birthday celebration special they also accommodated my wife's special requests. Everyone was extremely friendly and accommodating. If you're looking for one of the best fine dining experiences in the Traverse City area, look no further.
jaimie hutchison 26 Sep 2025
We had a wonderful experience at Blu. The service and setting were exceptional. We had a party of 6 friends. We all enjoyed our meals. The standout dishes were the crab puffs, whitefish, and duck. We have wanted to visit for a long time. I am so glad we did.