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    Blue Whale Cafe

    4.6 (9 reviews)

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    I had a great experience there! I ordered an açaí bowl, and the worker, Nina, really loaded it up. I would highly recommend it!

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    Yummy, huge and delicious Acia bowls!!! Haven't tried anything else here! But have tried several different bowls that were yummy!

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    loved it! best service ever and the grilled cheese was the best ever! i loved the ocean theme when you walk in and the music too

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    First Bite

    First Bite

    4.6
    (216 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    The Ann Arbor avocado toast is the best I've ever had; tangy, creamy, so flavorful! And the roasted…read moregolden potatoes are always a must, I just love the perfect mix of herbs and spices. Their coffee is pretty decent too. The place is kinda plain but very clean and well kept. Customer service is great, the three times we've been there, the manager always goes out of his way to make our experience just right.

    First Bite is a nice little spot for breakfast or lunch. There aren't that many seats, but we…read moredidn't have any trouble getting a table. The server was super nice and attentive. I got a beet burger which comes with a side of chips unless you opt to pay a bit more for something else. The burger looked a little small when it came out, but it was surprisingly filling. It was seasoned nicely and and the sauce was great. I liked the sweetness from the beets and corn, but I could see why some people might not agree, especially if they are used to meat burgers. The only thing that was a bit annoying was that the patty kept falling apart, but otherwise, it was really nice. Overall, I would come back, especially if I was eating with someone who is vegetarian/vegan. The food is healthy, fresh, and reasonably priced.

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    Fabulous food. Breakfast potatoes are awesome. Fluffy French toast is fantastic!
    Fabulous food. Breakfast potatoes are awesome. Fluffy French toast is fantastic!
    Sunshine Bowl with Beet Patty ($13) - cooked diced beets, sautéed spinach, grated carrots, brown rice, sesame ginger drizzle
    Sunshine Bowl with Beet Patty ($13) - cooked diced beets, sautéed spinach, grated carrots, brown rice, sesame ginger drizzle
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    York

    York

    4.2
    (201 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    I came here on a Friday afternoon and it was PACKED! Normally when I go, there are plenty of seats…read moreavailable in the front section. But it was super crowded so I ended sitting in the back section, which was more comfortable because there were less people. We got: - 2 small vanilla lattes with whole milk - pastrami sandwich: I was expecting better bread to be honest, it looked like a cafeteria sandwich in my opinion - large drip coffee It was a good vibe seeing people working and college kids working. The outdoor area was also open since it was a beautiful day out!

    Nate and I were in Ann Arbor on a sunny, almost 70-degree day in March and I knew I wanted to try…read moreto find a spot that had an open patio. It can be hit or miss finding a spot with outdoor seating so early in the season, so I texted my friend and fellow Elite Tiffany S: "Do you know of any places with a patio that might be open today for lunch?" Her reply: "York!!" So off to York we went! I will say that parking seemed a little tricky as it's sort of tucked into a residential area - we got lucky with a spot on the street. They do have some designated parking in front but that lot was full. I couldn't really tell by reading reviews & looking at Yelp photos what this spot was like, but it's an interesting mix of coffee shop, wine bar, and deli. There is also a Ricewood BBQ window and I think a food truck in back. The patio has ample space and I was surprised to see it wasn't super busy. We had just eaten, so we weren't hungry, but they do have sandwiches, cheese boards, salads, and breakfast items. Everything sounded really good, so I would definitely come back in the future. We saw people hanging out and working, so Nate fired up his laptop and got some work done while I sat and read. I loved the murals and art around the patio. Also huge shoutout to the staff - especially the person who informed me that I am eligible for an Ann Arbor District Library card since I work in the city! They were super friendly and kind, which made our experience even better.

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    Inside bar
    Inside bar
    Cocktails ($8 and $11), bao from Bao Boys ($14), and rice bowl from Ricewood ($16)
    Cocktails ($8 and $11), bao from Bao Boys ($14), and rice bowl from Ricewood ($16)
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    Sava's

    Sava's

    3.9
    (1.5k reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    Great Brunch, good Lunch, but menu could use more variety!…read more Savas is an adorable restaurant with a really welcoming atmosphere; the space is cute, the environment is lovely, and the staff is genuinely amazing every single time. My first visit was for brunch, and it completely won me over. The buffet had a wonderful variety of food, the mimosas and cocktails were delicious, and for the quality, variety, and service you get, the price point is very fair. I left thoroughly impressed. I came back for lunch excited to experience it again, and while the staff was just as warm and the environment just as great, however, this time the lunch menu didn't quite live up to my expectations. They offer salads, sandwiches, mac and cheese and similar American-style comfort food, which is totally fine, but for a restaurant of this caliber I was hoping for something a little more exciting. I ended up ordering a salad with added shrimp, which was absolutely delicious, and a pomegranate rosemary lemonade that was incredibly refreshing - perfect for a summer day-. But if you're not in the mood for sandwiches, salads, or mac and cheese, your options are pretty limited. My suggestion: keep doing everything you're doing because the hospitality and atmosphere are truly special, but consider expanding the lunch and dinner menu for those looking for a heartier or more diverse meal.

    I was here solo and ate at the bar. The bartender had excellent service. Ordered the sava burger…read morewith sweety fries. Some of the best fries i ever had. Burger was juicy and delicious. Got the raspberry tiramisu which had a great presentation but I'm not really a fan of raspberry mousse. Wish they had the cheesecake. The ambiance is great for date night vibe. Also, everyone who works here is very good looking. Especially the curly haired bartender and the indian girl at the front.

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    Inside restaurant
    Cheesecake ($12) - bruleed, strawberry jam, berries
    Cheesecake ($12) - bruleed, strawberry jam, berries
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    Dixboro Project

    Dixboro Project

    4.2
    (210 reviews)
    4.8 mi

    Wow. A new fave! This restaurant is incredible. We pulled up to the grounds and were immediately…read moreimpressed. From the gardens to the land with a creek flowing though it -- to the beautiful building and pleasing decor inside and a porch with tables around much of it. So impressed. The menu, our server explained, is changed out quarterly and this is the new summer one. So many unique small and large plates (but when he described them, they were way more intricate and enticing than the menu even showed). He was attentive and helped guide our choices. We ordered the eggplant small plate to share, then the mushroom pizza (so much tastier than the description would indicate), and the wild boar brat with cherry and peach accents. Everything was delicious. I also got an iced latte with the house made mocha and it was better than alcohol, if you're a coffee lover anyway. 100% plan to come back! And likely soon. This is up there with how I feel about Sylvan Table, which is a huge compliment to Dixboro Project!

    I have been dying to visit Dixboro Project but since we live an hour and a half away, it's hard to…read morejustify paying a babysitter the additional three hours just to travel up to try. This Sunday, my mom invited myself and my siblings to join her for brunch. The ambience was amazing - with lovely natural lighting and gorgeous table settings. The menu makes every dish seem mouthwatering and delicious. When the plates came out, they were gorgeous and the food looked so inviting. Unfortunately, the taste was completely lacking. If you're going to charge the prices they're charging, the flavor should be amazing in every single bite. We sampled four different dishes, and none blew me away. Some, were even borderline "bad." Here's a rundown: mushroom pizza - the description makes it seem like it will be cheesy and full of flavor, but it was very one note duck confit pizza - had three pieces of duck on it and was otherwise covered in hot peppers lemon blueberry pancake - more of a skillet cake - sauce was the best part, otherwise dry on the bottom Raclette burger - $30 which is almost comparable in price to a burger I had at The Four Seasons in Maui. That burger, was worth every penny. This one had absolutely no flavor. The meat tasted like mush - definitely lacked seasoning, and there was not a speck of cheese to be found. If you're going to call a burger a raclette, it should be oozing with cheese. grilled Romaine salad - leaves were bitter and the dressing again, looked delicious, but had no flavor. The flavors did not compliment each other at all - with the pickled grapes, taking away from the dish and contrasting very starkly against the rotten tasting lettuce Brown sugar oat milk latte - really the only thing that delivered both on looks and on flavor. Sadly, not high on my list of places to return. It kind of made me think of Vegas: lots of pomp and glam which momentarily distracts you into thinking you're having the best time of your life. But in retrospect, not very fulfilling.

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    A view of the restaurant. We were here for an early dinner, so it wasn't overly crowded.
    A view of the restaurant. We were here for an early dinner, so it wasn't overly crowded.
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    Baked eggs
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