I came here end of June for my organization's dinner and educational meeting. We gathered in their private room which had lots of natural lighting. The waitresses and waiters were very nice, attentive, and welcoming. As a group we shared the calamari and spinach & artichoke dip appetizers. They were both quite delish. Afterwards we enjoyed the Carlyle salads which were fresh and plated nicely. As my entree I chose the steak dinner. The mashed potatoes were buttery, the vegetables were perfectly cooked and lightly seasoned, and the steak was on point! It was cooked medium, chared, and seasoning like a champ. Very enjoyable! For dessert I chose the carrot cake.....and WOW! This cake was light, moist, not overly sweet, and they give you such a huge piece. If ever back in the area I could see myself coming back to enjoy another meal. read more

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My waitress was so friendly. She recommended the pot roast. It was amazing!!! It was so delicious, tender and loaded with flavor, the carrots and mushrooms were amazing in it, and the mashed potatoes were outstanding! The portion was great. I also love these little rolls they served with whipped butter.. I loved it here, the ambience is very welcoming . Prices are great here too. I look forward to coming back ! read more

Carlyle Grill - Pot roast - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Came here with colleagues on my last day in town. Service was great! The grilled salmon was delicious and salmon was cooked perfectly. I was so hungry, I started eating before taking a proper picture which is why you see a half eaten plate. Didn't have time or room for dessert but I'll definitely be back next time I'm in town. read more

Carlyle Grill - Grilled salmon...delish which is why I forgot to take pic before I ate! - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Absolutely loved their shrimp cakes! Fries are yummy shoestrings! Calamari is the most tender I've ever had and loved how they garnished it! Our server Courtney was amazing (on top of everything and very kind) the restaurant was very fancy looking inside and well decorated outside. Only bad thing I will say is don't get the broccoli, it was the microwaveable kind/nothing on it. Mashed potatoes were very yummy though! Will be back again!! read more

We booked a 6:30 PM reservation for Thanksgiving but were left waiting until 7:00 PM to be seated. The service delays continued at the table--it took 50 minutes to get our food, and it was cold when it arrived. The serving staff seemed swamped and unsupported, so this falls on management for poor planning. It was a stressful experience rather than a relaxing holiday meal. We will not be back. read more

Carlyle Grill - Our dinner turkey leg and sides - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

The food was outstanding. Had the Salomon, mash potatoes, and vegetables. It was an excellent meal. The service was very good. Attentive but not over bearing. Clear with communication. Timely delivery of food. Hot not lukewarm. For this visit I give high marks. It was out first time eating at Carlye's. read more

We had a delightful evening at Carlyle Grill. We had an amazing server Juan who was attentive and very detailed with our orders. We started with the fluffy hut crispy bread they serve complimentary. The entrees were cooked as ordered and as described. And the carrot cake was served warm and smothered in frosting read more

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My choice for monthly Girls Lunch. Chicken soup flavorful. Carlyle Salad was plentiful along with the House Bread/Butter. Spinach Dip is baked and great. Calamari on a bed of veggies with dressing is incredible!! Salad with baked Salmon with Feta cheese is a MUST. Our server Jessica G is always on point with swift service. Lots of seating including a covered Patio. Parking and handicap free and plenty. Atmosphere is cozy and a separate bar area. read more

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I can't believe this place isn't more expensive!! Our experience was fantastic. We didn't have a reservation for dinner on a Saturday, and still our wait wasn't very long, maybe 20 minutes. The place was dim, but it gave the building a cozy, upscale feel. Our server, Zack, was very attentive and friendly. They give you bread and butter to snack on while you wait, and the butter was very sweet. The food didn't take long to come out either after we ordered. My ribs literally fell off the bone. I loved my shoestring fries, fried perfectly and came with a side of ketchup. My family members ordered baked mac and cheese and various pastas, and they said the food was very diverse and flavorful. For a party of four, the bill came out to be less than $100, which I think is underpriced for the quality of food we had. read more

Carlyle Grill - Half slab of BBQ Baby Back ribs, with shoestring fries and a side of coleslaw. - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Came on a Thursday night with a group. Fantastic value for the money;I mean the side of mac & cheese could feed a few people. Filet was a little tough, but the loaded baked potato was perfect. Oh and plenty of parking. read more

What a fantastic spot! The service was outstanding, and our bartender, Kelsey, was on point. We started with the Cold Brew Martini and followed it up with the Apple Cider--both were incredible! Overall, an amazing experience. Thank you! This place is a must-visit--nothing frozen, everything fresh! read more

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We had another amazing dining experience with a group of 6 last night. We tried 3 of the chef specials which were all FANTASTIC! Cedar plank salmon-"perfectly cooked, really moist, honey sweet with a slight touch of chili spiciness-very flavorful". Lasagna-both men raved about the tastiness and hearty portion size and finally the wonderful Mixed grill with 3 different meat skewers, the steak being my favorite, delightful dipping sauces and tasty grilled bread and veggies. The waitress said the chef was new and trying out new things so wanted to share the immediate feedback. Would love it more if the prices were a little lower, they seem to have bumped up a bit but overall recommend. read more

Carlyle Grill - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Yes! Yes! Yes! Made a reservation on a beautiful Sunday afternoon thinking it'd be busy. However, at 2:30, there were plenty of seats in the dining area. We chose to go to the bar area (just our preference) where it was more relaxed and our scene. TVs had golf on, which was also nice. The bartender was so attentive! Made us yummy drinks and prompt on our food order. Happy hour also started at 3! For our gluten free peeps, they have GF pizza, burger buns, AND pasta!!! Can't wait to go back! read more

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I would have given a higher star rating if it weren't for the surprise at the end our meal. The food and portions were very good. But when presented with with the bill after our meal I examined the charges and noticed an "ADMINISTRATIVE FEE" at the bottom of the bill. I called the server back and questioned the "ADMINISTRATIVE FEE". She explained that the management has added a fee to the charges to cover credit card charges for those who use credit cards/plastic to pay for the meals. I asked if this "fee is charged to everyone regardless if they pay cash or not. The server informed me that it's their practice to add on the fee to all "checks". I told her that I was paying cash and I'd like to have the "ADMINISTRATIVE FEE" removed. She took the "check " and removed the fee and brought back an adjusted bill. It would have been more acceptable to be told ahead of ordering that there's an additional fee for the convenience of using plastic when it comes to payment verses being sneaky about it and trying to slip the fee in unnoticed. To all who patronize Carlyle Grill, buyer beware! Check your itemized bill prior to paying and either bring your hard earned cash with you, go somewhere else, or realize that the convenience of your plastic card comes at a cost. read more

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Carlyle Grill saved us on New Years Eve by seating 9 people without a reservation. We'd gone to AA to play pickleball in the afternoon - but then decided to stick around and have dinner. Someone called Carlyle and they said they could fit us in. So 5 stars right there. Service was great - our waitress was friendly, helpful and efficient. The food was really good. The spinach artichoke dip was excellent. I ordered the pappardelle with tomato cream sauce and subbed shrimp for chicken. The flavor was good - but they used cavatappi instead of pappardelle. Minor - but I don't like thick pasta. I split a ceaeser with my bf, we both enjoyed it. The bread was also a hit. It was a huge portion, I had enough for 2 more lunches at home. I think everyone else enjoyed their food too, my bf loved his pecan chicken. We were pleasantly surprised at how nice it was inside, when we called we thought we were heading to a bar. So bonus again. I also asked about Mocktails and she asked the bartender who gave me a few options. I choice a mock mojito. It was delicious and it was nice to have a fun drink with dinner that wasn't just water. read more

Carlyle Grill - Shrimp tomato cream pasta with mushrooms and spinach. - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hubby swore by this place during our visit to Ann Arbor. He said we HAD to try the Shrimp Cake BLT made with house-made shrimp cake , lettuce, tomato, onion, tartar, and smoked bacon. We thought we'd be going out for food later and this would just be a snack so he ordered one to go. Big mistake! We ate that BLT up so quick it's like it never happened. So of course we had to go in and order another one. Definitely a good dish. Overall I got used to the taste of the shrimp cake but definitely prefer crab cakes over them. I'd still recommend giving these things a try! read more

Carlyle Grill is a go-to stop for outdoor Happy Hour, good drinks and food. Their French onion soup is top notch. A meal in a bowl. Don't pass up the chips and salsa. My sister likes the Caesar salad with grilled shrimp. The burgers are really good and don't pass up the chef feature. It's usually very good. Service kicks butt whether you're in the bar or dining room. We tend to visit the bar. Trace, Shane and Kelsey hustle for their patrons. It's a great neighborhood spot. read more

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Been going for years. The service is always good. The food is fantastic. The keep it different and fresh. Their takeout is very good but can get busy during dinner time. read more

Really enjoyed dinner at Carlyle Grill! Started with the Shrimp Cakes appetizer, which were somewhat like crab cakes but with big juicy whole shrimps. These exceeded expectations! Generous amount of shrimp, well seasoned potato/vegetable batter, very tasty. Served on a bed of spinach to feel ~healthier :). Half rack of ribs was really big, very tasty! Though some small parts of the rib rack were a little overcooked/tougher, overall this was yummy and tender. Side of mac and cheese was WAY bigger than expected, and so decadently cheesy with a crispy cheese layer on the bottom AND broiled cheese on top. Greek salad was also huge and good! Overall, very filling and decent value with the portion sizes. We left very full and with plenty of leftovers. read more

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Food was very good , nice variety Service was also excellent. Nice atmosphere. Old school classy but not stuffy

The happy hour deals are great. The pomegranate margarita was delicious. I recommend the sweet potato fries and the spinach artichoke dip too. The server was nice and would recommend to others. Nice outdoor seating too. read more

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We met friends for an early dinner and had a spectacular meal. I ordered crab cakes with a spicy mayo, rice pilaf, and grilled asparagus. The crab cakes were all crab interior, crispy on the outside. The asparagus was a good charred bite. Accompanied by a chilled glass of cava, this was by far one of the best restaurant meals I've had in a long time. Many restaurants over-promise and under-deliver; Carlyle delivered! Everyone enjoyed their food. The ambiance was elegant, yet comfortable. And the prices are very reasonable. We will be back! read more

We were late to the reservation game for graduation weekend but we were able to snag a late seating after the ceremony for our party of 6. There is a decent amount of parking spaces. We were seated in a spacious booth. We ordered spinach artichoke dip for appetizer and it is excellent! Definitely recommend that one. For the most part, all our entrees were very good. Mac and cheese was a little bland for my daughter's taste. Portions were generous. Our server was excellent! She was attentive and efficient. Will be back! read more

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Hubby and I ended up at the Carlyle grill while our car was getting fixed down the road. We both ordered the shrimp cakes and boy were they delicious! Ann arbor isn't in our neck of the woods, but I will definitely make a trip to have them again. In addition to the great food, the service was friendly. read more

The food is excellent! Ambiance is nice Service excellent! The ambiance is excellent! A little dark and the music is soft and smooth. read more

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Amazing! This place is absolutely incredible. I paid $40 and went with the fillet and every single thing was done perfectly and with some of the best food I've eaten in quite a while. Highly recommend. read more

I came here with my sister after doing some shopping in the area. We didn't make a reservation, but we walked in and put our names in, and waited a bit. We were able to be seated in the bar area relatively quickly which was nice, but if you have a bigger group, I'd definitely recommend calling ahead or making a reservation. I ordered the Caesar salad and a bowl of French onion soup. Both were delicious! We were served quickly, the staff was friendly, and the prices were reasonable. No complaints here! read more

We just moved to Ann Arbor and we are certain that Carlyle Grill will become one of my family's staple restaurants. The menu has many options for adults and kids and the food is very fresh. The service is absolutely phenomenal. The servers are so attentive and food is served quickly. Our waitress made wonderful recommendations. I got the mushroom ravioli with blackened chicken and it was wonderful. The pasta was a little bland but the chicken more than made up for it! My son got the ribeye which he enjoyed and my husband got the burger which he said was good. My daughter ate the pasta with white sauce and liked it. Also, the Caesar salad was excellent. We will definitely be repeat customers! read more

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Food is awesome and service is great! I will be sure to return as it's also conveniently located in Ann Arbor on Jackson Road

The service is impeccable. Almost too attentive, but worked great since our party included a couple of elderly people. Very basic menu done well. Excellent for non-adventurous diners. Everyone can find something they would like, even picky diners. Comfortable seating & lighting. I had a great Sangria with a lovely sized wedge of orange. Truly spectacular. The fish & chips were good, but not amazing. The blackened whitefish was also good. French Onion soup was delightful. Having gluten-free options for one of our guests was also extremely nice & made ordering so much easier. The portions are generous. We will definitely come back. It's great for groups, as well. read more

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We had an excellent experience at the Carlyle Grill tonight . We ate outside which was lovely. The food was great starting with a Raspberry Lemon Drop Martini, hot bread with honey butter, then the Spinach Artichoke Dip as an appetizer and finally our main dishes. The food was very tasty with large portions. The service was excellent too and food was delivered quickly. Highly recommend Carlyle Grill! read more

Stopped in for a late lunch/early dinner on a trip back from Chicago and were really happy we did. The vibe is somewhere between old school classy and read more

Carlyle Grill - Specials - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

A nice middle of the road dinner spot that can be seen as nicer but also come as you are casual. We had a random date night and the food was great! Served was kind although rushed us a little through the meal, in and out in less than 45 minutes which is fine but seemed like she was ready to get out of there by 8:30 haha. We have a gift card so we'll be back. Spinach artichoke dip, bread, salmon and burger were good. Pretty standard, no frills but that's okay sometimes! read more

Get the turkey club. It's hard to find a place with a good sandwich with gluten free bread and they do a great job. I wish it was a little cheaper. read more

I returned after a hiatus in an attempt to continue the celebration of my 50th. This place is just as wonderful as I remember. We started with house Pinot Grigio, the calamari and rolls. Next we got the shrimp cakes and blackened salmon. Both were fab. I swear, the bread at this place is worth the trip scone. The seafood is always perfectly prepared, as are the roasted potatoes. Their calamari is in a class by itself. Although it is fried, the batter is light and it allows the thick calamari pieces to shine. It is also served in a Very unique lemon, spinach, artichoke sauce with capers. I look forward to my next adventure here. read more

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A plexiglass divider at the hostess, spacing guests out by 6 feet. Screening questions at the front door. Antibacterial pumps all around the front area. The blueberry basil smash sounds refreshing, maybe a taste. Dave is waiting on us, masked up too. We ordered the roasted chicken salad, blackened chicken pasta, shrimp chowder, spinach artichoke dip and the pasta Carlyle. Took a bit to get our Riesling and the blueberry basil drink and now it's taking a bit to order too, Dave, he's been running around quite a bit tonight. The spinach artichoke is out and we have no silverware at our table yet. Hmm. The service is a bit slow, inattentive as well. The spinach artichoke dip is good, so creamy and spinach filled and really liked the feta in the dip too. Dave has forgotten about the shrimp the chowder. Food was all out before we had to ask about the chowder. There are several GF options here for the pastas, not bad. The roasted chicken salad was tasty, the raspberry dressing was thick and sweet. The dates were nice and the chicken was tender. Blackened chicken pasta was rich, creamy and flavorful. Service today was less than stellar, today. All of our apps, drinks and food were all delicious. The food was a solid 4, the service was about a 2, but maybe it was an off day for Dave, he was still a nice guy and got to it once we pointed out what we were lacking at the table. The food was worth the trip and visit. read more

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Nice place. Went on a Sunday evening around 7 at it was busy so opted for a high top in the bar. Now people may think I'm nuts for saying this, but I ordered a cranberry margarita, and it was way too strong! It was hard just to get through it, and when I finally did, I was already drunk. I do enjoy a strong drinks at times, but if I'm ordering a specialty flavored margarita, I'd at least like to be able to taste a little bit more than the tequila. For a meal I got the veggie black bean burger. The patty itself was very tasty, but it was overpowered by the red onions on it. It came with a side of shoestring french fries, which were cold and crispy. Needless to say I wasn't impressed with those. All of the decor at the place was nice and the setting was nice. I still can't give more than a three star right now because of the quality of my meal and drink. The staff was nice enough. Our server was pretty busy so she wasn't extremely attentive, but she did her job . read more

Let's face it the restaurant mafia in Ann Arbor keeps the food quality down. Especially in downtown. Can you say Syshitsco? But I do like Carlyle. People are cool, bar is hopping for the middle aged and French fries are exceptional. For American this is the place. read more

Food was outstanding. Which i was not expecting because they have a pretty big variety of menu items. The service was great. We ended up spending about 25 dollar per person which was very good for the quality. We had a good introduction to our seat and the place was comfortable. It was a very pleasant experience. read more

Great food and service. They have outdoor seating. I had the burger which was very good and served with a huge pile of fries. It's crowded and seems to be popular with the locals. I will definitely be back when in the area. They have great happy hour specials but I came a little too late. read more