Sparky's Diner: Authentic Mexican & Classic American Diner in Traverse City, MI

It doesn't look like much from the outside but the food is great! I went with my mom and sister who only like very traditional American food. My mom had a chicken wrap and my sister had a grilled ham & cheese on sourdough with fries. They were all very good and the fries were dynamite!! I prefer food with lots of flavor and half of this restaurant's menu is Mexican, authentic Mexican. I had chilaquiles with eggs and beans - they were awesome! 3 different salsas were offered so you can get whatever level of spice you want. I am definitely going back!

This was my second visit and just like first visit for lunch, breakfast today was awesome. Pancakes taste homemade. The biscuit and sausage gravy was excellent. The eggs were cooked perfect. Over medium can be a challenge for some but these were awesome. The atmosphere is 50's style dining. But what a lot of people don't know is the Sparky's is part of the Mexican side and the grocery store. All same awesome people. I recommend this place to all ages.

Love this place! Mucho gusto!! We had to eat out a lot this summer since our kitchen was torn up. Sparky’s has the best refried beans, similar to the ones a friend made for us growing up. I have tried the enchiladas, burritos, and tostadas. Save room for their flan

I was visiting family in the U.P. couple weeks ago we came to Costco one afternoon and decided to stop in for brunch/lunch. Its the first time in long time i had good Mexican enchiladas. Not tex -mex like here in Florida. My grandma said one of the best omlettes she's ever had. The price phenomenonal for diner food compared to florida. Next time im visiting ill make a trip over.

A friend recommended this place to me and it did not disappoint!! It was the perfect place to bring my kids. They enjoyed having pancakes for lunch while I got to eat authentic Mexican food. Win win!!! Everything was delicious.

Sparky's Diner is awesome like a blast into the past. They treat you like family and the food is prepared just the way you want. They have all the classic selections of breakfast and lunch and you will not be disappointed. It's hidden away hard to find but once you find it you will come back. This was our first time here and it's like they have known us forever. Not too many places are like that. Update 3/25/23 they have new owners and the Mexican food is delicious. Reminds me of my time in Mexico. The tacos, burritos are definitely the best in town. It's more popular now for good reason. Just had another great meal yesterday(4-24-23). The chicken combo plate and a wet beef burrito. Delicious and great service from Harold as usual.