PepeNero

4.7 ( 594 reviews )
Checking... 4:30 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$50–100
700 Cottageview Dr Suite 100, Traverse City, MI 49684, United States
+1 231-929-1960

If you’re in Traverse City, look no further than PepeNero, a standout Italian restaurant located at 700 Cottageview Dr. Guests rave about the exceptional service and an inviting atmosphere that feels both cozy and vibrant. Diners like Deven Parrish have applauded the knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff, with their server Carter earning particular praise for his professionalism.

The food is the true star here. From the best calamari Tom Mass has ever encountered to unforgettable dishes such as steak tartare topped with fresh truffles—a highlight mentioned by CraftHouse MI—each plate is crafted with precision. Moreover, patrons like Jason Landis describe the pasta as perfectly al dente, showcasing the culinary expertise present at PepeNero. It’s apparent that every dish is prepared with fresh ingredients and a deep respect for Italian cuisine.

As customers celebrate special occasions, the attentiveness of the staff adds to the experience. Kenny Greene mentions a beautiful atmosphere that elevates dining into a memorable event. In essence, PepeNero is more than just a meal; it’s a culinary journey worth taking again and again.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves organic dishes
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves dinner
    • Has counter service
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Cosy
    • Historic
    • Romantic
    • Trendy
    • Upmarket
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For PepeNero

Deven Parrish
Jul 1,2025
Carter was our server, and he's amazing! Knowledgeable, kind, enthusiastic, extremely professional. The food is excellent. I consider myself a foodie and pro home chef, and I'm usually unimpressed because I can make something better at home. Not true here. Fantastic all around.
Tom Mass
Jun 28,2025
Great service. Amazing food. Probably the best calamari I’ve ever had.
Kenny Greene
Jun 15,2025
Delicious Italian food. Beautiful atmosphere. Staff was amazing. Happy birthday to me. Highly recommend
CraftHouse MI
May 29,2025
Exceptional dinner and atmosphere! Becky and Sarah went above and beyond for our anniversary, which made us feel extraordinarily valued. The steak tartare with freshly shaved truffles and rosemary smoke is something we will be dreaming about for a while! Can’t wait to go back and try all the other tempting dishes. The table was super cozy, but the bar area lively and fun!
Jason Landis
May 23,2025
My wife and I went here during restaurant week and for my birthday. We made reservations for a little after the dinner rush. The staff at the host stand was very nice and asked if there was a special occasion we were celebrating. We told them it was my birthday and they gave me a very nice card for my table. We were sat in a timely manner and our server Noah greeted us quickly. So let me start off by saying Noah killed it. From the wine recommendation to his perfectly timed check ins he was one of my favorite servers I've had in years. His personality shines and he understands the service industry perfectly. Then there was the food and man was it good. The pasta was cooked so perfectly that my wife who way over cooks her pasta said for the first time she understands why pasta needs to be al dente. Honestly everything was amazing. Great date night spot great dinner spot. Over all a new favorite when we go up there from now on. Well done.
Caley Gunthorpe
May 14,2025
Absolutely incredible experience from start to finish. This upscale Italian restaurant delivers not only amazing food, but truly outstanding service. Every dish was perfectly portioned, beautifully presented, and bursting with rich, ...
Ally W
Apr 28,2025
My husband and I recently hosted our reception dinner at PepeNero after our elopement / micro-wedding and could not have had a more wonderful experience. Monica was a pleasure to work with ahead of time and when we arrived the private dining room was stunning. We did the five course tasting and the food was phenomenal. Everyone left stuffed and our guests cannot stop raving about each dish, the wine, and the incredible service. The team let us bring our own wedding cake and helped cut, serve, and even take home extras. It was the most perfect wedding dinner and we can’t wait to dine again, especially for our anniversary
Lilly Crane
Mar 31,2025
Excellent service and food! We dined here for our anniversary and everything was wonderful. We made reservations and got seated on time. Our server was incredible, our glasses never got empty. Any questions we had regarding the menu were answered in a helpful and insightful manner and we were blessed with delicious food at every course. The desert was the highlight of my night, and we were told they are delicately made by the chefs wife, and it showed! It was a work of art and tasted equally as impressive. At one point my napkin slipped off my lap and one of the employees noticed and brought me a new one too. Overall it was incredible experience.

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