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HOMES Brewery - Brewpub
4.7(1,213)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 1213 reviews (Google rating)
Bar · $
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
HOMES Brewery - Brewpub pairs rotating craft beers with Asian fusion cuisine at 2321 Jackson Ave on the west side of Ann Arbor, MI. The taproom offers a variety of beverages on tap and growler fills, while the broader drinks selection includes cocktails, wine, and coffee. Lunch and dinner are served with counter service, and the food options include small plates, comfort food, vegetarian choices, and dessert. The setting is casual, with TVs for sporting events. Outdoor seating includes a dog-friendly patio and a spacious beer garden. Children are welcome, and a children’s menu is available; the brewpub also accommodates groups and solo diners. It is listed as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space. Wheelchair-accessible features include the entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating. For meals away from the brewpub, takeout, delivery, and curbside pickup are offered. Free street parking and both free and paid parking-lot options are listed.
The Last Word
4.7(1,065)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 1065 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant · $$
Open now · closes 2:00 AM
The Last Word is a bar at 301 W Huron St in Ann Arbor, MI, with a cozy, stylish setting and a romantic atmosphere that fits its date-night category. Its drinks include classic cocktails, a broad whiskey selection, local craft beers, and wine. Food is served, including at the bar, and happy-hour offerings cover both food and drinks. The atmosphere combines casual, hip, and upscale elements, while live music and live performances are among its listed features. Beyond dates, The Last Word is listed as suitable for groups and popular for solo dining. It welcomes LGBTQ guests and identifies as a transgender safe space. Dine-in service includes table service, and takeout and delivery are also available. Expect a wait, as the listing notes one is usual. The entrance is wheelchair accessible, and parking options include free street parking and a paid lot. Google lists a 4.7 rating from 1,065 reviews.
Ann Arbor Distilling Company
4.7(480)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 480 reviews (Google rating)
Bar · $$
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
Ann Arbor Distilling Company is a local spirits distillery tasting room and bar at 220 Felch St in Ann Arbor, MI. Barrel tables and stool seating give the warehouse-like interior a distinct setup, with a casual, cozy atmosphere. Cocktails, liquor, and happy-hour drinks are among the offerings, and cocktails and fast service are listed highlights. The venue also has live music and live performances, though no schedule is provided. Indoor and outdoor seating are available, and the space is suitable for groups. Outside food is allowed, but there is no table service, and reservations are not accepted. Takeout is available; delivery is not. The entrance, parking, and restroom are wheelchair accessible. Parking options include free street parking and both free and paid lots. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. The business has a Google rating of 4.7 from 480 reviews.
The Grotto - Watering Hole
4.6(897)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 897 reviews (Google rating)
Bar · $$
Open now · closes 1:00 AM
The Grotto - Watering Hole is an industrial-chic bar at 303 S Ashley St in Ann Arbor, MI, serving craft beer, wine, cocktails and liquor. Its atmosphere is described as casual, cozy and hip, with seating indoors and outdoors. Beer and cocktails are listed among its highlights, alongside fast service and happy-hour drinks. The bar welcomes dogs, allows outside food and is suitable for groups. It has a 4.6 Google rating from 897 reviews. Trivia nights, bar games, live music and live performances are part of the offerings, and the bar is also suitable for watching sports. Practical amenities include Wi-Fi, a unisex restroom, and wheelchair-accessible entry, seating and restrooms. Paid garage, lot and street parking are listed as options. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted. The Grotto offers dine-in service and takeout, but not delivery, and does not accept reservations.
Nightcap
4.6(591)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 591 reviews (Google rating)
Cocktail bar · $$$
Open now · closes 1:00 AM
Nightcap is a bar at 220 S Main St in Ann Arbor, MI, with a focus on classic and inventive craft cocktails. Its contemporary setting is described as cozy, hip, and upscale, and cocktails and fast service are listed among its highlights. The drinks selection also includes beer, wine, and liquor, with happy-hour drinks available. Nightcap has a Google rating of 4.6 from 591 reviews. The bar offers table service, indoor seating, and outdoor seating, and is listed as suitable for groups. Dancing is another available offering. It does not accept reservations or offer delivery. For accessibility, Nightcap lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom, and seating, along with a unisex restroom. Paid garage, lot, and street parking are listed as parking options. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted.
Buddy's Pizza
4.5(2,786)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 2786 reviews (Google rating)
Pizza · $$
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
Buddy’s Pizza at 3153 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd in Ann Arbor, MI is part of a pizza chain dating to 1946, known for square slices and soups. The menu also includes other Italian dishes and fast fare, with vegetarian options, small plates and desserts available. Lunch and dinner are popular here, and the restaurant offers dine-in service, takeout, delivery and catering. It holds a Google rating of 4.5 stars from 2,786 reviews. The setting is casual and cozy, with outdoor seating, an on-site bar and space suited to groups, families and solo diners. Beer, wine and cocktails are served, alongside happy-hour food and drinks and late-night food. The restaurant is also listed as suitable for watching sports. Families have access to a children’s menu, high chairs and changing tables. Reservations are accepted, and a private dining room is available. Wheelchair-accessible features include the entrance, parking, seating and restroom; parking options include free lot and street parking as well as a paid lot.
Aventura
4.5(1,918)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 1918 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant · $$$
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
Aventura is a date-night restaurant at 216 E Washington St in Ann Arbor, MI, serving tapas, paella, wine and cocktails. Its contemporary space has rustic touches, with an atmosphere described as cozy, romantic and upscale. Small plates, vegetarian and vegan options, and desserts are among the offerings, alongside beer, coffee and liquor. The restaurant has an onsite bar, live music, and happy-hour food and drinks, as well as late-night food. Brunch, lunch and dinner are served with table service, and reservations are accepted and recommended for brunch and dinner. Outdoor seating and a private dining room provide additional dining options. The women-owned business welcomes families, groups and LGBTQ guests, and identifies as a transgender safe space. High chairs are available, and the entrance, seating and restroom are wheelchair accessible. Takeout is offered, but delivery is not. Paid garage, lot and street parking are listed among the parking options.
The Ravens Club
4.5(1,169)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 1169 reviews (Google rating)
Cocktail bar · $$
Open now · closes 2:00 AM
The Ravens Club is a speakeasy-style bar at 207 S Main St in Ann Arbor, MI, serving farm-to-fork American small plates and old-fashioned cocktails. Beer, wine and liquor round out the drinks offerings, and food is available at the bar as well as through table service. Happy hour includes both food and drinks. The atmosphere combines casual, cozy and upscale elements, with a romantic feel, while live music and live performances are among its listed features. The bar accommodates groups and solo diners, welcomes LGBTQ guests and is listed as a transgender safe space. Reservations are accepted, and seating includes outdoor options. Dine-in, takeout, delivery and no-contact delivery are available. The entrance, restroom and parking are listed as wheelchair accessible; paid garage, lot and street parking are also listed. The Ravens Club has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 1,169 reviews.
Vinology Restaurant & Event Space
4.5(1,077)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 1077 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant · $$$
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
Vinology Restaurant & Event Space at 110 S Main St in Ann Arbor, MI pairs a New American menu with a selection of 150 wines. High ceilings, exposed-brick walls and a fireplace give the wine bar its setting, with an atmosphere described as cozy, romantic and upscale. Dinner is a popular draw, and the offerings include small plates, vegetarian and vegan options, cocktails and desserts. Happy-hour food and drinks are also available. The women-owned restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, with reservations recommended for brunch and dinner. A private dining room and catering accommodate gatherings, while outdoor seating allows dogs outside. Although listed as a date-night restaurant, it also welcomes families and groups, with a children’s menu and high chairs available. The entrance, seating and restrooms are wheelchair accessible. Paid garage, lot and street parking are listed, along with accessible parking. Takeout is available, but delivery is not.
RAPPOURT
4.5(812)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 812 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant · $$
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
RAPPOURT is a gastropub at 2721 Plymouth Rd in Ann Arbor, MI, listed as a date-night restaurant with a casual, hip atmosphere and communal seating. Its drinks lineup includes 48 rotating beer taps, draft wines and cocktails, with happy-hour food and drinks also available. Lunch and dinner offerings include comfort food, small plates, and vegan and vegetarian options, along with dessert. The restaurant has a 4.5-star Google rating from 812 reviews. Beyond date night, RAPPOURT welcomes families and groups, is popular with students, and accommodates solo diners. Children’s menus and high chairs are available, and dogs are allowed in the outdoor seating area. Reservations are accepted, with dine-in, takeout and delivery options. The entrance, parking, restrooms and seating are wheelchair accessible, and the restaurant has a unisex restroom. Sports viewing, counter service and free Wi-Fi are also among its listed features.
Anthony's Gourmet Pizza
4.5(315)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 315 reviews (Google rating)
Pizza · $$
Open now · closes 9:30 PM
Anthony's Gourmet Pizza is a pizza place at 1508 N Maple Rd in Ann Arbor, MI, serving lunch, dinner, and dessert. Its listed offerings center on comfort food and quick bites, with dine-in, takeout, and delivery available. The atmosphere is described as casual and quiet, and the business is popular with students as well as lunch and dinner customers. It is also listed as suitable for solo dining and welcomes children. On Google, it has a 4.5-star rating from 315 reviews. For visitors arriving by car, the business has a free parking lot and wheelchair-accessible parking. The entrance and seating are also wheelchair accessible. Dogs are allowed outside. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. There is no table service, reservations are not accepted, and no restroom is listed among the available amenities—practical details to keep in mind when choosing between eating in and ordering food to go.
Bigalora Wood Fired Cucina
4.4(1,660)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 1660 reviews (Google rating)
Pizza · $$
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
Bigalora Wood Fired Cucina is a contemporary Italian restaurant at 3050 Washtenaw Ave #112 in Ann Arbor, MI, centered on Neapolitan, wood-fired pizzas. Small plates and gelato round out the menu, with vegetarian, vegan and organic offerings also available. The restaurant serves brunch, lunch and dinner in a casual setting, with table service and outdoor seating. An onsite bar offers beer, wine and cocktails, and happy-hour food and drinks are available. The restaurant accepts reservations and accommodates groups, with a private dining room among its amenities. Children are welcome, and families have access to a children’s menu and high chairs. The entrance, parking, seating and restroom are wheelchair accessible. For meals offsite, Bigalora offers takeout, curbside pickup, delivery and catering. Both free and paid parking options are listed for lots and streets. Its Google rating is 4.4 out of 5 from 1,660 reviews.