I have dined at Zingerman's Roadhouse a handful of times over the last decade. My last visit was a summer Saturday afternoon and was able to snag an immediate table on the patio. Service was excellent and attentive! I enjoyed the bread service, roadhouse simple salad, French fries, chicken basket with cole slaw and mashed potatoes, and a strawberry specialty cocktail. The breading on the fried chicken was perfection, and the bread AS ALWAYS was delicious. The mashed potatoes and gravy were probably the best I've ever had at a restaurant. Absolutely holiday home style with great texture. Downsides: too many assorted flying insects on the patio, the pimiento cheese was nearly flavorless, fries were underdone for my liking, and pricing too high and portions too small for the chicken basket. read more

When you pull into the parking lot there's a little drive thru entrance as well as an entrance for dining in! There are signs to direct you that say it's under the neon sign. Well, if it's daytime just know that it's under the brown awning lol. When we walked in we were immediately greeted. It was busy and we were quoted a 10 minute wait time but in reality it only took a couple of minutes. It has modern-farm vibe decor. They serve Coke products but have a Wisconsin root beer on draft and it's amazing! I highly recommend! My husband and I shared the roadhouse platter combo and the fried chicken mac and cheese. Both were great! Their mac and cheese is known around the world and the country and has been featured on the food network. The menu warns that the pepper from the chicken gives it a little kick and it definitely does. The star of the show though was the bread pudding. O.M.G. I cannot express how amazing it was! So warm and flavorful. We paired it with the vanilla gelato which was packed full of vanilla bean flavor. If they have it when you go, GET IT! You will not be disappointed! read more

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Great service, phenomenal food - the Mac n Cheese with smoked bacon, fried chicken with mashed potatoes - were simply outstanding. Jerked Bluefish wasn't bad bad but couldn't standup to the Mac n cheese and the Fried Chicken .. we also ordered the Woody Wheat Beer and the Peppermint Ice Tea with Honey - really good. Brownie and Mini Eclair sealed the deal !! Overall great experience .. highly recommend this place, most likely will go back soon !! read more

3 stars because I was expecting more from Zingerman popularity. Most of what I ordered were mediocre. The smoked chicken was dry and bland. The house BBQ sauce significantly improved the flavor, as the chicken wasn't very enjoyable without it. London Broil was too salty. Best thing I had was the mussels. They tasted fresh and had good texture. The tomato broth was delicious, with a rich tomato flavor complemented by garlic and herbs. The broth paired perfectly with bread or pasta. Also all the sides they offer are pretty good. Service is 5 stars every time. Waiters are patience. Drinks gets refill and they will pack the leftovers for you. Looks like breakfast is popular from other reviews. Maybe that will change my overall rating. read more

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We came in with a very large group for a team dinner, and the wait staff did an outstanding job handling the size of our party. They stayed on top of drink refills and provided attentive service throughout the evening, which was impressive given the number of guests. The food experience, however, was a bit inconsistent. My mac and cheese was noticeably dry, and several steaks at our table were cooked to different levels of doneness than what was ordered. While the service was excellent, the kitchen seemed to struggle with consistency across the group's meals. Overall, a positive experience thanks to the staff, but there is room for improvement on food execution. read more

Zingerman's Roadhouse - Dinner Specials - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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****Zingerman's Roadshow**** This is a regular stop for me when heading into work downtown. Not weekly but often enough. I appreciate the consistency in the menu items and quality I get from Zingerman's. Breakfast burrito with side of their house hot sauce is choice. Today I opted for a pound of THE BEST butter outside of France, and a large horchata. The drink is only available for a limited time so indulge and enjoy the hard work to make such a delicious and decadent drink. My final bill was $37 before tip. I try not to look at the prices when I visit as each visit is such a treat and the quality in everything is unmatched. Worth it. The convenience of the drive up is also a perk. Easy in and out without having to leave my car. Love it. read more

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This was our first time but certainly not our last. Wow was it a trip to flavor town! Each of our dishes tasted so amazing! We were walked to the encased patio which gave us views of the snow gently falling as we started our lunch. Pretty and fancy adjacent- like a nice place to dine without feeling stuffy or pretentious. Our server, Nathan was a class act. He was really helpful in explaining the menu while giving some much appreciated tips. He stayed on top of the meal service from start to finish. He was fantastic! The breadventure made us laugh in name, but is so worth exploring. We ordered the large one with several add on sides. The whipped goat cheese, local honey, and pimento cheese were all delicious! I should have asked where the honey came from because it was THAT GOOD! The fried pickles are so seasoned here. Get it with the ranch or the pepper ranch. Those dipping sauces were great too. I had the Pirogies. They were on the specials menu so they are not always available. Divine! The cabbage and onion bed they were sitting on was also quite good but a little salty. Everything was good to perfection. Honestly this was one of the best meals of the trip. Go here- ask for Nathan- get a breadventure and ride the wave of flavor from start to finish. Highly recommended. read more

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Went here for my graduation lunch with a party of 7 and we all had a great experience. I originally wanted brunch, but we were given lunch menus so I assumed brunch had ended. Then I saw a nearby table order brunch food after I had already ordered, so that may have just been a misunderstanding on my end. I still ended up getting the Roadhouse omelet with fries and a biscuit though, and everything was delicious. Everyone in my family loved their meals, and then... the desserts. The cheesecake was divine, the carrot cake was incredible, and they even gave me a scoop of gelato for my graduation celebration. Overall just a really great experience. Definitely somewhere I'd recommend and come back to try more of the menu. read more

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our brunch at Zingerman's Roadhouse today. We both got the Country Fried Steak and Eggs, and I was really impressed. The breading on the steak was especially flavorful and very crispy. They used sirloin steak, which was much more tender and delicious than the usual round steak. The gravy was was a bit thicker than I would have liked, but it was delicious. My sunny-side up eggs were cooked perfectly. I would have preferred toast rather than the biscuits that came with the dish. I've never been a fan of their mushy, flavorless biscuits, but the upcharge on substituting toast is ridiculous. The breakfast potatoes were very bland and not crispy. Still I enjoyed the steak enough that I would order this again. read more

The roadhouse has been refreshed. The food is still delicious! We enjoyed our lunch on the enclosed patio area with waitress Nancy. She made the experience fun. As a former Hoosier, I had to try the Trash Panda on tap, which was good. The shrimp po boy with poutine was just spicy enough. Hubby likes the chicken so it's hard to break a habit . Great meal, nice renovation. read more

Great place and good sized portions. Definitely lives up to the zingermans name!! Mac n cheese is super gooey. read more

Zingerman's Roadhouse - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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We saved the Zingerman Roadhouse for our last meal in Ann Arbor. It was a Monday evening so we got good seats on the covered patio right away. The staff was friendly and helpful and were able to serve the hungry 8 year old right away while the adults made a menu plan. There were so many choices and I wanted to taste a lot including dessert this time. I wanted to taste their Pulled pork sandwich and sides to compare with a favorite place at home in Boulder. But it had a huge order of fries with it and I really cannot have them. Another person in our group who is a regular there ordered a of grits instead of fries, so I did too. The warm mushroom and spinach salad sounded wonderful so we got the large version for the table. It was such a hit for me that I made note of all the ingredients and will attempt to recreate it at home tonight. For dessert, I had the classic cheesecake, a perfect rendition. Every thing I pressed was perfect though such a big meal I chose to eat the pulled pork with a fork in order to indulge in the salad, the grits and the cheesecake. Everyone , including the 8 year old neither fried chicken drumstick and sides an especially her brownie Sunday enjoyed the dinner. read more

Zingerman's Roadhouse - Warm mushroom and spinach salad, with fennel, leeks, roasted red peppers and goat cheese with warm brown butter vinaigrette - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Went for lunch. Sat in the indoor patio-lovely! I ordered the pulled pork sandwich with rage red bbq in the side--loved it. Didn't eat the bun, but tasted it--very good. The twice fried fries were fantastic--just not hot! My husband and a friend got the Mac and cheese--very rich and also not hot. My other friend got the southwest soup--and it was so spicy, she couldn't eat it/-so beware! I was the happiest--so guess I ordered correctly. Don't think I can get the group to rush back though! Service was very good. read more

Definitely not a great place to go as a vegan, which is crazy because it would be so easy to add some options. I ended up with a salad and french fries. On the plus side the service was great and I bought a delicious loaf of bread to take home. read more

Working in Ann arbor, I was destined to end up here eventually. It did take me 2 years though. Largely due to the non-stop demand of work in the village.... Which is the same rushed and impulsive manner that I interacted with the experience. It's also a bit unfair. Due to the details that I rushed through the drive for a pickup and didn't get to interact with the service or atmosphere.... These points should be taken in stride.... - The food was amazing but felt overpriced, noticeably. BUTTTTTT...... Reliably keeping and paying great team members is not cheap in our times.... (See next point). - The woman who I I interacted with in the drive lane was helpful, expertly trained, genuine, focused on me, and cool..... It's rare to find that in the industry. ..... Considering those dynamics. I would put money down that outside of my rushed experiences..... I would push to 5 stars. It's a very chill vibe place with a team that is probably worth the visit with friends or family. And.... That outside picnic corner is just begging for pulling on some moments. Especially with the park and pool a minute walk from. read more

Lots of seating. Looks like a local favorite. Roadhouse burger with sweet potato fries: my dad liked it My aunt got a white fish with mashed potatoes and liked it I got the cajun burger; it was cooked very well and fries were good Slow service read more

It had been a long time since I had a visit to this location. I decided to choose this place as a meeting spot for brunch. I reserved a spot so I would not have to wait. The parking can be crowded but there are also spots in the back. I was quickly seated on entering. I did not realize they had a bar but good to know for the future. The host offered us drinks and explained the specials and the menu. She also offered recommendations. I decided on the French toast with sausage and sausage. I also got the latte with almond milk. The latte was great. Strong like I like it. The French toast came with 3 thick slices and had a great taste. Too much so I had to take it home. Te sausage patty was good and it had a little spice. It was explained to me that they were freshly made. I am glad I had a chance to check out this place. It is a Michigan staple and I will visit again in the future. read more

Zingerman's Roadhouse - Inside - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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I've been here a few times and really enjoyed the breakfast food and especially the earl grey tea- it's extra delicious and feels special with the little tray with cream and honey. Breakfast was fresh and simple, pricey but good. I didn't like the seating with the heat lamps, some parts of my skin were too hot, but it was unique. read more

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Zingerman's was a feast for the senses as well as a dinner experience. What I mean by that is this place has a ton of charm and character. You can see it on the walls, you can see it in the service and kitchen staff. It was busy. People were moving. In the chaos it was a pleasant home style hearty meal that was a fun experience. I sat on the stools facing the kitchen. A very fun spot to sit at and watch the cooks go at it. I would guess they excel at Americana food, hearty bbq plates and southern type dishes. I ordered a bbq combo plate to try a variety. The meats were ok, but honestly I loved the greens the most. The menu is massive so makes it a bit challenging to make a decision. Service was fast and friendly. Dishes were a bit overpriced in my opinion, but a decent meal. Definitely a must visit for anyone in 2A. read more

Zingerman's Roadhouse - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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The service was great! My tables waiter was very kind and helpful. He regularly checked on our table and had a great attitude. The restrooms were also very clean, if that counts for anything. read more

OK! After my third visit here, I've figured it out. Get the smoked meats!! Large menu with a variety of options, and have tried a few different things, but this time we focused on the smoker/BBQ items and they were SO good. That's going to be my go to moving forward for the Roadhouse. The Roadhouse BBQ plate was a great sampler, with pit-smoked pork ribs, BBQ pulled beef, and smoked pulled pork. Came with bacon-braised collard greens and mashed potatoes, though you can swap for any of the sides. We also tried one of the menu specials, which was a Smoked Sirloin. Wow this was stunning. I've never heard of or thought to smoke steak before, but this was incredible. Pretty expensive spot, so don't think we'll put it in the regular rotation, but a great option for when we're feeling like something extra fun! There's a happy hour as well, with discounts on some drinks and food/snacks! read more

Zingerman's Roadhouse - Roadhouse BBQ Plate - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Great meal. The waiter was really knowledgeable, not just about the menu but the restaurant and town history. Everything we excellent. Was there for a birthday and they gave him a free dessert. Cozy booth and while busy it still felt like we weren't rushed. read more

Zingerman's Roadhouse - Espresso martini - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

We've been there a couple times now and each time the wait staff are excellent, seated quickly even during the U of M graduation rush, they did a great job. Food wise we have been disappointed though. Fried chicken shin was awesome but the chicken was dry, biscuits and gravy had good tasted but the biscuits were hard. Pulled pork was good and appetizers were ok too. I guess I expected more from the reputation and at that price. Might try again but not sold yet. read more

Service was excellent Barbecue beef plate: Collard greens, mashed potatoes:Good Beef: Very dry- very overcooked I will not order the beef again. I will order collard greens. Very disappointed in the beef. read more

my favorite restaurant ever best server. I always get poutine a steak super fast served super nice I go here for my birthday it's that good the food is supper good recommend is a steak with the fries thery are supper nice I love the look of the restaurant it is super nice. read more

Great place for a great meal. Easy to get to from the highway and easy back on once you've enjoyed your meals. Great service!!! Highly recommend. read more

The food was excellent, as always. The service was top-notch, again as always. We ate outside on the shaded patio. The weather was great. No complaints about anything! Highly recommend. read more

This was our second time eating here... the first time was fine, the food was good, and service was pleasant. However, we visited a second time this evening, and we had very unfortunate service; the waitress was very rude, we had to ask multiple times for refills, she walked away halfway through our entree order, was rude when asked specific questions about items on the menu, and just generally cold and unpleasant. While the food was good again, the service was very unfortunate, and I likely won't be visiting again. read more

This is the best restaurant in Ann Arbor, and has been so recognized in The New York Times. You cannot go wrong here. We go often and always have enjoyed our meals. They have a different blue plate special each day of the week. If anyone has a complaint it is addressed immediately. Best of all there is no music and you can have a conversation without shouting. read more

The service was good. A busy restaurant at lunch with options for most pallets. My coworkers had burgers...the one that had the added bacon said that bacon was very flavorful, definitely add!! Another coworker got the kale salad but said it was OK (it's a salad, hard to put a salad over the top)...and I had the Montreal Reuben with sweet potato fries. Good sandwich without the 1000 island dressing...unique. The sweet potato fries were thick like steak fries and ok...not bad but if they were thinner I'd probably have preferred that. No complaints, but considering how many people told us we had to go, I was building the place up in my head before we got there...but still a good place to eat lunch. read more

Zingerman's Roadhouse - Montreal Reuben with sweet potato fries - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Past the hostess stand and the megalomaniacal bookstore of Zingerman-authored gems such as - had to laugh at this one - it's called "Humility" - lies a Mecca of fried American goodness. Super impressed by their menu. I got the fried chicken mac and cheese. The fried chicken alone apparently wasn't enough. They also sprinkle bits of fried chicken crust (not sure what to call it) on top, almost like hillbilly panko breadcrumbs. So delicious. One of our party, Aaron, had an unfortunate incident: a shred of cole slaw touched his steak. But I can safely say I loved it. Go Zingerman, you chef, author, philosopher and theologian! read more

Not a good pick for breakfast. Very so-so and pricey; portions average to small. Horrible coffee to start. Fruit was unavailable. Breakfast choices were limited and embellished needlessly. That said, burgers here are great. read more

The food was delicious. Payton was very friendly and attentive taking our orders for drinks, meals, and desserts. She made sure I was able to order eggs, grits, and homemade buttermilk biscuits. The restaurant had warm feeling, with everyone on staff moving throughout Zingerman's. Mahalo to all of you at Zingerman's. read more

Every thing is special like its owner Must be experienced and you must keep coming back read more

Came here for lunch on a Wednesday for the first time. Tried the fried ribs and pickle salad. The fried rib was interesting, a little too much breading but the meat did fall off the bones which was good. The pickle salad was so unique and I enjoyed it! We also got the Montreal Reuben, I didn't try that, but I heard it was delicious! We sat at the bar, and our bartender was super friendly! Oh and the green chili ranch was so good read more

Zingerman's Roadhouse - Fried ribs and pickle salad - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Zingermans is a bustling locale offering hearty American comfort fare, local draft beers & a gourmet food shop! Stopped in recently while visiting my daughter to try the buttermilk fried chicken and man, it was fantastic!! The chicken was crispy and seasoned well and the spicy coleslaw that accompanied it was delicious! We also ordered the Mac and cheese, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy and a cheese and picked grapes starter. The Mash was delicious and with some extra gravy would have been devoured. The Mac was disappointing and our least favorite. Overall it was a very positive experience. The restaurant is large, offers indoor and outdoor seating. The staff were friendly and very attentive and I loved the daily special options. I would love to go back to try the BBQ on my next visit read more

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This was our first time here and love it. Tracy did a great job of suggesting food and the fresh lemonade. I ordered the chicken and Mac. I also had a side of greens. They were delicious. The smoky flavor was amazing. The extensive menu was amazing. We will definitely be back soon. read more

Zingerman's Roadhouse - Fried chicken macaroni and cheese - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

The food was delicious and arrived in adequate time. Enormous portions that provide you a 2nd or more meal! I ordered the black bean & hominy vegan burger with a side of sweet potato fries. The spicy mayonnaise accompanying the fries is divine. Service was good. Our waitress checked back at opportune times. There was an older silver haired gentleman - super knowledgeable staff member - who passed us several times and always asked if we needed anything. He suggested a barbecue sauce when my husband told him his pulled pork was too spicy. I believe he was one of owners? We came to have celebratory dinner for my husband and my son. Their birthdays are days a part and this is the place they chose. We were, at one point, jamming to a Ray Charles song - perfect for my baby boomer hubby. This locale feels to more a burger, chicken place with American fare specialties. I'm a light fare lady so desire more variety of salads and seafood. Although heavier than what I'm accustomed to, i appreciate the abundance & friendly service. read more

Zingerman's Roadhouse - Main menu - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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We were looking for a good place to eat while we were in town for the NAIA Women's golf nationals. We enjoyed everything so much we returned a 2nd time before we headed home to the west coast. Your staff makes you feel like family, the food is so good. We are big smokers and can taste the hours of smoke the meat has, nice thick flavor and tangy bbq sauce. I also think hubs had an affair with your butterscotch pudding. He got a second helping to go. Not sure if we will be in the area again but if we are, we know where dinner is. read more

Everything was perfection today from the drink to the dessert! Our waitperson was personable and considerate. She made she our orders were as we wanted them. Today was an outside patio day. It was peaceful, clean, and the ceiling fan kept the temperature comfortable and the flies at bay!! I thoroughly enjoyed my trip to the Roadhouse! read more

Zingerman's Roadhouse - Ari Ari 's Donut Sundae...made to perfection! - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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