Nearly a year after our first visit, my wife and I returned to The Dixboro Project. I promised that…read moreI would update my review when we did, and I am very glad to write this update: The Dixboro Project did not simply make things right. It gave us one of the most memorable evenings we have ever had at any restaurant. We were seated immediately at what felt like the best table in the house, with the best view. The manager greeted us personally, and we were treated to complimentary drinks and appetizers. Waiting at our table were handwritten cards recognizing that we were celebrating our anniversary, my wife's birthday, and the recent news that we are expecting our first child. Every gesture felt thoughtful and personal. The service throughout the evening was impeccable. We were guided through the menu with genuine care, and each dish arrived at exactly the right time--never rushed, never delayed. We began with the cornbread, fried chicken, and eggplant. My wife said the fried chicken was the best she had ever eaten. The eggplant, served with tomato jam, candied nuts, and herbs, was the evening's biggest surprise and my favorite dish. The cornbread struck the perfect balance between savory and sweet and came with cultured butter good enough to bathe in. My wife had the red snapper and declared it the best fish she had ever eaten. She could not stop talking about it. I had the mussels with gnocchi. It was not the best gnocchi I have ever had, but it was still very, very good. Ultimately, though, what made the night so special was not any single dish. It was the service and care. After our first visit, the manager reached out, took responsibility, and invited us to return. We came back because of that response, and the entire team followed through on its promise in every respect. The service and care we received were the best my wife and I have experienced at any restaurant. That is hospitality in its fullest sense, and we are deeply grateful. We will absolutely return the next time we are in Ann Arbor, and we would now recommend The Dixboro Project without hesitation to anyone in the area.

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!

The Habitat was the perfect pre-dinner cocktail spot at Weber's in Ann Arbor…read more Cozy little jazz bar, plenty of options for drink & nibbles. The establishment was inviting & made us felt like a regular the moment we stepped inside. The bartender was very friendly & made amazing drinks. We will definitely be back!

This little bar is located inside the Weber's Hotel. We did arrive just before closing, but they…read morewere able to serve us for last call. Their hours were a bit confusing and we wish they stayed open later. This would be nice to finish out the evening and just relax, sit back and enjoy. We did not try the food here only the wine, which tasted great. The only thing we would change in their hours for the hotel guests. We would return again.

Those were some nice tortilla chips we got there... with shredded chicken.. it was a bomb…read more The pizza's were fun but a bit off with candied pineapple. Service was quick and laid back spot once the street is closed. Definitely a vibe.

Came in for truffle fries and drinks with friends. We were seated at a large table and given tablet…read moremenus to look at. We came towards closing time, so the restaurant was chill and quiet. There is plenty of dining area seating as well as bar seating and additional seating space on the upper level. We all enjoyed our order of fries - they were crispy and well seasoned. Only comment for improvement would be to provide more aioli sauce with the fries because there isn't enough sauce for all the fries - though we didn't ask the server for more at that moment.

We happen to be in the area and wanted to stop some place for lunch. It was late afternoon so it…read morewas a seat yourself situation. The waitress came by right away and brought us waters. My husband got the virgin Mai Tai and he loved it. I got the minestrone soup and we both ordered the salmon bowl. My husband really liked the salmon bowl. The salmon was prepared perfectly and the sauce was delicious. The minestrone soup was bland so I had to add a lot of salt and pepper to eat it. We plan on coming back for happy hour so we can try some of the drinks. The tavern atmosphere is really welcoming.

The food and drinks are always good. The servers and bartenders are friendly and efficient. The…read moreatmosphere is welcoming and cozy. Love this Townie favorite!

Staff was wonderful Business was beautiful inside and clean…read moreFood was good i'd come here again, i went with my coworker and got the fish tacos

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.

A simply lovely experience! I like that the menu rotates for the freshest, locally sourced…read moredishes--and that the August one featured so many delicious vegetarian options. Ambiance and service were also top notch. Hope to have an occasion to return soon!

My friend had high praise for Spencer, so I was excited to try it out when I was in Ann Arbor. My…read morefriends and I arrived 10 min before they opened for brunch and there was no wait, though the restaurant filled up quickly behind us. The space is rustic and simple, with fresh cut flowers on the tables. A majority of the walls were occupied by floor to ceiling racks of wine, as that is their award-winning product. Their brunch menu changes weekly and is extremely tight and cohesive. My party ordered the entire food menu sans olives (2/3rds of us don't like them), and two plates of the potato pelmeni. My thoughts below: Amaro Apertivo: mocktail based on the namesake dessert wine. This tasted like candy but not too sweet, and we enjoyed it a lot. Lovage soda: Google told me that lovage is an herb that tastes like citrus and celery. I am a huge fan of drinks with a twist, and I'd say that celery is a pretty big one! Crisp and not too sweet, the citrus flavor definitely balanced the Celery, and both flavors kept the soda fresh and crisp. This was great paired with the rest of the herbaceous menu and balanced out the richness of some later dishes, though it's not necessarily something I would enjoy by itself without appropriate accompaniment. Pickled egg, fried shallot, dill: I had only heard of pickled eggs in the context of strange British food on YouTube, so I was a little hesitant about this dish. The concept of an egg floating in vinegar brine is a bit off-putting, but once I powered through that mental roadblock, I found myself enjoying this bite. The egg is perfectly cooked with a slightly jammy yolk, and the shallots added a much needed crunch. Dill enhanced the pickled taste while cutting through the richness of the fried shallots and yolk. Sourdough focaccia, whipped butter: Never in my life have I ever made focaccia this tall. This focaccia was raised by a loving family and nurtured to develop a golden, non-greasy, crisp crust protecting its tender, pillowy innards. The classic sourdough tang is a novel addition to each bite, and cuts through the creamy, whipped butter to keep me wanting more. I could eat a whole pan of this alone, but we had many more plates to sample. Saucisson sec salami, pickled carrot: This is a simple, charming, carb-free mini charcuterie; place a slice of salami, some of the mozzarella (next dish on this list, below), and its oil atop a pickled carrot base, and you are in for a perfectly balanced treat. My favorite part of this dish is the fact that the salami was incredibly savory, and not too salty. The more you chew it, the more the flavors express themselves, so be sure to chew slowly and thoroughly! The crunch of the crisp, dill-pickled carrot and the soft chewiness of the mozzarella give each bite a lot of good contrast. Mozzarella, green garlic oil: Fresh, hand-stretched mozzarella is something that even I, a notorious cheese-hater, can't say no to. It is not sharp or funky at all, nor is it too salty. Most of the flavor comes from the green garlic and olive oil smothering each bite. Fresh and floral with a little bite, this was delicious with the salami and carrot above. Potato pelmeni, asparagus green adjika, sour cream: Given the portion size of the previous dishes (small, tapas vibes), we were not expecting the platter full of double carb heaven that met our eyes. And we ordered two!!! This is a gorgeous dish with plump, quarter-sized pelmeni nestled in a vibrant green asparagus and herb sauce with a dollop of sour cream on top. This was a classic comfort dish with a verdant twist! The pelmeni were stuffed full of creamy potato, and the dough was cooked perfectly al dente for a satisfying, pillowy bite. The sauce was homey but packed with zippy flavor and tender asparagus. The major feedback I have for this dish is that it was way too salty, to the point where the flavor was a tad too sharp because of it. Lettuces, radish, pumpkin seed, caraway vinaigrette: It was through this dish that I found out what caraway tastes like and through this dish that I figured out that I'm not a caraway fan. The lettuces were bitter and when combined with the slightly medicinal caraway taste, wasn't for me. The crunch of the radish and the nutty pumpkin seeds were great in this dish though! Fennel cornmeal biscotti, rhubarb compote, cream: This was a single biscotti with generous dollops of compote and cream. We were quite full when this dish was set in front of us, so I was frankly relieved for the small portion size. The fennel in the biscotti paired wonderfully with the tart rhubarb, and the rich cream rounded things out nicely without tipping into cloying territory. The savory cornmeal complimented the fennel and provided additional depth of flavor. A great small bite to end on! Overall, Spencer's strong fundamentals allow them to take risks with in-season local produce. Some things worked for me and some didn't, but I would love to come back to see what they can create next!

I came here end of June for my organization's dinner and educational meeting. We gathered in their…read moreprivate 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.

Came here with colleagues on my last day in town. Service was great! The grilled salmon was…read moredelicious 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.

Good food, good beer selection, friendly service, fast kitchen. It's all good. Feeling healthy? Get…read morethe kale beet salad with chicken. It's delicious and huge. Vegetarian but not so healthy? Go for the cauliflour wings and Brussels sprouts. Lots of IPAs here, which aren't my thing, but there are always a couple of stouts, a couple of lagers and a couple of sours. Rotating beers so don't fall in love with anything because they might not have it next time.

Oh so AWESOME food they have here. I ordered a cup of…read moretomato bisque soup and the Rappourt burger with onion jam & minted berry relish and fries. I was super pleased with the quality of the entire meal. Definitely returning here again!

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.

Stumbled across this place this morning after a doctor's appointment- and what a hidden gem! My…read morehusband's breakfast sandwich looked delicious- and my turkey burger was perfection! All made in house, delicious! Highly recommend the tomato basil soup! Friendly staff and cute Down town vibes.

The best place in Ann Arbor for generous drinks and delicious food…read more You can't go wrong here. I especially like the loaded potato boats and the onion rings.

THEE place to get beef for dinner/lunch, or anything else…read more A Scratch kitchen, they are family owned, and quality is always perfect. Had their French Dip Au Jus, medium (you get to choose). The beef was like butter, so very tender and sweet, the au jus was rich, deeply rich and JUST right. The bread served is home-made, too. Service is always stellar. The rest of the menu is just as good.