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1. Gandy Dancer
4.6
Exceptional(6687)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Ann Arbor
Booked 69 times today
All across Ann Arbor, the Gandy Dancer restaurant is known for its creative preparations of seafood, steaks and pasta dishes. Situated in the beautifully restored 1886 Michigan Central Depot, it is both an architectural landmark as well as an elegant restaurant. A popular wedding venue in Ann Arbor, the Gandy Dancer's fine cuisine and sophisticated, historic atmosphere make a grand setting for rehearsal dinners and receptions. One taste of the Gandy Dancer menu, and you'll see why diners all over Michigan choose it time and time again.
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2. Weber's Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4900)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Ann Arbor
Booked 45 times today
Weber’s Restaurant is an Ann Arbor tradition serving authentic Classic American cuisine from our kitchen and bakery since 1937. Famous for prime rib and live Maine lobster, Weber’s offers a crowd pleasing selection of broiled steaks, local seafood, and house made desserts. Weber’s ambient dining room features stunning A-frame architecture with large vintage stained glass windows. An award winning wine selection and baby grand piano round out the perfect dining experience. Follow up dinner with a visit to attached bar, The Habitat, for a night cap, live weekend jazz and dancing.
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3. Carlyle Grill
4.6
Exceptional(1687)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Ann Arbor
Booked 28 times today
Carlyle Grill, an Ann Arbor mainstay has proudly served the Ann Arbor Community since 2006. We work with some of Michigan’s finest food producers and purveyors to bring you the freshest offerings around. From steak dinners to burgers and salads and everything in between, we pride ourselves on providing you the best in flavor – offering generous portions to feed the hungriest of guests. Comfort is the theme at our relaxed, family-friendly restaurant, where the menu runs to familiar, home-style dishes with top-notch regional ingredients. Enjoy our welcoming atmosphere featuring colorful yet classic design elements – bringing in added warmth and comfort with deep mahogany accents and large flagstone columns in our main dining room. During the warmer seasons, take advantage of the two open-air dining areas surrounding the restaurant. We also have a dedicated, breathtaking dining room available for large reservations or private dining events.
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4. The Earle
4.8
Exceptional(3991)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Ann Arbor
Booked 34 times today
An award winning Ann Arbor institution since 1977, The Earle serves a rotating menu of fine Italian and French cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Selections include lamb chops, veal, beef tenderloin, salmon, duck breast, sea scallops and more. Live jazz plays Tuesday through Saturday in the dining room. The Earle's nationally recognized wine list (Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence) offers over 1,400 selections. Three private rooms are available and accommodate groups from 6 to 48.If you have any questions or are interested in a party of 9 or larger, please call 734-994-0211.
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5. Bourbons
4.8
Exceptional(1672)
Price: Moderate
• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Brighton
Booked 74 times today
Lou Lucaj teamed up with siblings Hana Filipovic and Elena Borg, of Brighton Bar and Grill, to open Bourbons--a restaurant focused on smoked and southern food with crafty cocktails & beer and a cool vibe.
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6. Brighton Bar and Grill
4.9
Exceptional(2425)
Price: Moderate
• American • Brighton
Booked 41 times today
THIS BRIGHTON BAR AND GRILL IS IN BRIGHTON MICHIGANThe Brighton Bar & Grill is a contemporary, bright and energetic restaurant serving the very best in American eclectic fare. Our food is fresh, full of bold flavors and eye-catching presentations. Our service staff is attentive, friendly, and eager to make your visit with us a memorable one. Our attention to detail is second to none, making your dining experience always satisfying. Our slogan, emphasized in our mission statement and carried out in our restaurant every day, is "Always an Escape. Always Uniquely Brighton Bar & Grill" We look forward to exceeding your expectations!
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7. Cafe Zola
4.4
Awesome(1040)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Ann Arbor
Booked 18 times today
Café Zola is an independently owned and operated restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner in downtown Ann Arbor. Our menus are inspired by flavors and recipes borrowed from European and Mediterranean cultures and cuisine, including some Turkish recipes. We are committed to sourcing the freshest and highest quality ingredients available and supporting local businesses, farms, and suppliers. Café Zola’s seasonal menus emphasize organic and local produce, dairy, eggs, poultry, meat and seafood. Our full service bar features artisanal cocktails, happy hour specials, and a rotating wine selection chosen from various small production vineyards throughout the world. Reservations move you to the top of the list.You may still wait 10-30 minutes. We may use more than one table for large groups. If you are interested in a reservation for a large group or special event, please contact us directly.
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8. HorseFeathers Kitchen & Cocktails
4.5
Awesome(142)
Price: Expensive
• American • Howell
Booked 16 times today
An upscale venue serving gourmet steaks, fresh seafood, craft cocktails and an extensive selection of wines. Come dine with us. With the kitchen helmed by the ever talented Chef Marcus Reish, no detail has been left untouched to ensure an amazing dining experience. Our beverage director Lyndsey Johnson has curated craft cocktails to please any palate and has put together a wine list with wines from all over the world! We cant wait to host you in our new venue.
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9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Ann Arbor
4.5
Awesome(1754)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Ann Arbor
Booked 15 times today
Ruth’s Chris Steak House – Downtown Ann Arbor, Ruth’s Chris Steak House serves only the best steaks, hand-selected from the top 2% of the country’s beef and broiled to perfection at 1,800 degrees so that every last bite stays as hot and delicious as the first. Enjoy the freshest seafood, classic sides and homemade desserts that satisfy any craving. Whether it’s a business meeting or private event, a guys’ night out, or just the girls, we will accommodate your every need in our warm and inviting atmosphere. 20% gratuity is added to all parties of 6 or more.Please call (734) 585-5155 directly if reservations are not available. Follow us on social media or email us at salesannarbor@ruthschris.com for exclusive information about our TasteMaker Wine Dinner Series - Featuring the biggest names in wine, our TasteMaker dinners perfectly pair these world-renowned wines with hand-crafted dishes created by the Ruth's Chris culinary team.
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10. The Session Room
4.6
Exceptional(715)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Ann Arbor
Booked 11 times today
Celebrating craft beer and quality food using local vendors and products. Housed in a conversion of a 6,000 sq. ft. brick machine shop on Jackson road, with 70 rotating taps and a large covered beer garden.

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