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Pretzel Bell

4.2(1,365)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 1365 reviews (Google rating)Sports Bar$$ Downtown / Main StreetOpen now · closes 11:00 PM
Open now · closes 11:00 PM

About Pretzel Bell

Pretzel Bell is a sports bar at 226 S Main St in Ann Arbor, MI, with a spacious, two-level interior decorated with Michigan memorabilia. The menu centers on updated American comfort food, with small plates, vegetarian options and dessert also available. It serves lunch, dinner and late-night food, along with beer, cocktails, wine and other drinks. Happy-hour offerings include both food and drinks, and the casual setting is suited to watching sports.

The bar is popular with students and tourists, while also welcoming families, groups and solo diners. Families have access to a children’s menu, high chairs and changing tables. Reservations are accepted, and service options include table service, takeout, delivery and curbside pickup. The entrance, seating, restroom and parking have wheelchair-accessible features. Dogs are allowed outside, and paid lot and street parking are available. Pretzel Bell has a Google rating of 4.2 from 1,365 reviews.

Known for

  • Two-level space with Michigan memorabilia
  • Updated American comfort food
  • Sports viewing, beer and cocktails
  • Happy-hour food and drinks
  • Late-night food

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Out of towner from Wisconsin. First time here had the pleasure of meeting Marissa, the bartender tonight and I must say, I’ve never had more exceptional service than I did tonight. I got a Cuban with tater tots and a Pretzel Bell old-fa…”

    — Barbra White, September 17, 2026 · google

  • “Had an amazing time at ladies night! Dom was our server and did a great job. Would recommend”

    — Isa Reyes, September 10, 2026 · google

  • “We went to Ladies Night and the deals were awesome and Dom was an amazing waiter we had such a good time!”

    — Eva Crickard, September 10, 2026 · google

  • “Went to pretzel Bell on Saturday with a large group. The food was good. The service was good because it was a Michigan football Saturday they were a bit overwhelmed but it still came out very well. I do wish they had a better selection o…”

    — Tom Letavis, September 7, 2026 · google

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