49 Best American Restaurants in Ann Arbor

“Spencer is truly something special. My partner and I try to get a reservation every month for date night, and it’s always the evening we look forward to the most. Every visit feels like a treat, the food is consistently incredible, the wine selection is magnificent, and the entire team is just the best. You can feel the care and passion in everything they do.

We’re also part of their wine club, which is one of our favorite things! Each year’s theme is so thoughtful and creative, and it’s clear how much love and attention goes into curating it. Spencer is more than just a restaurant, it’s an experience that keeps getting better every time.

Also, I just want to call out how dope it is that someone left a review of Spencer’s, that place at the mall lol“

“Revolutionary Pancakes! incredible Coney Dogs! Wonderful Friendly staff.“

“Our waitress Nicole was outstanding! Food was excellent! Recommend the beef stroganoff!“

“Have been here a number of times and have dined inside and out. The service is 100% excellent and the food delightful. We order something different every time and are fully satisfied. The people with me range in age from 2 to 70 and everone enjoyed!“

“Love this place-

Tried Canelle for the first time in Detroit, and this branch is just as nice. This spot has fresh pastries, good coffee (and an amazing Mocha), and a comforting overall ambiance. The Parisian influence is especially nice and the outdoor patio on a crisp summer/fall day is just so pleasant. I’d highly recommend a visit if you’re on the lookout for a neat coffee spot in Ann Arbor.“

“Went for my first time today and the food was phenomenal. Chicken Alfredo was perfect. Bread was amazing. The swiss roll dessert was perfection!! waiter was great. highly recommend dining here.“

“Excellent!!!!“

“Amazing dinner celebrating our birthdays Great service Relaxing atmosphere Prime rib is outstanding Large wine selection“

“Great food & friendly staff, always a good choice!“

“Stopped in to kill some time waiting for a friend, and Holy cow was that the best choice of the night. Anne and Jasper were the most gracious, welcoming, and fun pair of bartenders I've had the honor of sitting with. The two hours I was there were filled with laughter, stories, and amazing conversation. Thank you both so much for the lively entertainment even when it was nowhere near expected of you. Keep up the AMAZING attitudes and the hospitality will come naturally. You're the best.“

“The people, my friends and food“

“Healthy Warm Brunch Hidden Gem in Ann Arbor!“

“Food amazing as always. Butterscotch latte was a delicious treat that wasn't too sweet. Highly recommend the grilled cinnamon roll. Great to have a restaurant not filled with TV's; nice music in the background that wasn't overwhelming. All staff was friendly, helpful, waiter Lucas was amazing. Great recs, checked in enough.“

“My work has ordered many times from Alpha Coney. Today we place a order for 4 lunches for pick up. Today they decided to charge a 20% large party fee. They never have done that in the past. We just got lunch from the restaurant last week and our bill was over $50. No fees then! You have lost our business!!! We will be supporting other businesses in the area!“

“1st time eating at this location, service was amazing, food was hot & yummy, the hostess is so friendly, our waitress Michaela was so sweet. The manager was very nice, he had a smile on his face. The atmosphere was clean and nice. Very very happy about our lunch. Thank you guys! ❤️“

“It is such a beautiful and intimate space for a celebration. We used Vinology for a brunch reception and service was efficient, warm pastry was a highlight, and overall the venue was easy to work with and management responded immediately to any requests the week of the event.“

“Warm cozy Dining Room For our Corvette Club Meeting ! Love the counter Help ! Friendly and Patient.“

“We were staying at Microtel Hotel because my husband had to be at the VA really early in the morning. I googled the different restaurants in the area , and this one had the best reviews . We see why , the staff was friendly , the service was great and the food came out fast . My husband had the hot roast sandwich , he said it was so great !! I had a grilled salad with warm pita bread yum !! Then of course we had lemon meringue pie to finish off our meal . So you have friendly staff , great food and prices were good . Glad we tried Mark’s Midtown Coney Island !!“

“Delicious appetizers...crab cakes and potato skin were perfect and the complimentary brownie birthday sundae was superb!“

“Five stars for me and my 81-year-old mom! First time eating here as we don’t live in or around Ann Arbor, but will definitely go back if ever in the area! The manager Roy went above and beyond in several ways! He took the time to explain to us how the building used to be an old sawmill and that’s why the decor is the way that it is such an eclectic beautiful place! The server Alyssa was patient with my 81 year-old mother with a smile on her face taking her time with Mom and myself to answer all of our questions! Wish I could give her a raise because she’s one of the best servers I’ve ever had!“

“Great food and the staff is incredible!“

“Came in for early dinner with the family. Was great food great service and the dessert was excellent! Also the kids wanted to have the fire place on they turned it on right away.“

“We ordered box lunches for our office and they were delicious! Everything was fresh... they personalized each box and accommodated our additions/deletions. Dante the manager, was very helpful.“

“Our server was super friendly and helpful, she did a great job! The food was great specially the pizza bread twist app, Santa Fe salad we’ll really everyone was happy with their order.
Came after move in bday for a family casual meal and we all loved it.“

“I went to the Mothers Day Buffet on Sunday.The food was great! The service was excellent. Looking forward too next year.“

“My friend, Kathy and I, stopped in today, looking for someplace for a quick lunch. Our breakfast was good, a little disappointed they ran out of gravy for biscuits and gravy. But our waitress was absolutely phenomenal!! Awesome sense of humor, great personality ABSOLUTELY LOVED her. We'll be back when we head that way again!Dang I might even bring my husband LOL!!“

“We were with our dog, Jan, a Belgian Shepard, when we were walking by and noticed the street closed and outside dining. It looked so inviting. Everyone was super friendly. We asked for NA beer and graciously got 2; along with a bowl of water for Jan. I had no problem eating my whole delicious burger! So good. We are out of town but we will be back!“

“I love Culver's this place is amazing the food is sooooo good it's hard to pick what to get because everything is good . The service is great and very fast so you won't wait for long . It's very organized and the staff are always friendly. A good place to go on a date or a family outing.“

“It is probably the closest restaurant to real german food I have had in Michigan ,we had a very nice lunch and the Weizen Bier was great, our Waitress Maiah was super nice and a pleasure to be around, we will definitely go back“

“Revel and Roll will forever have a special place in our hearts. We went bowling in our wedding attire after our wedding on a Thursday night. We booked two lanes for our small group and every age from infant to grandparents had a blast. Initially, they put "Congratulations Campbell Family!" on our bowling lane screens and even moved us to end lanes to accommodate our photographer. They found a location for me to get out of my wedding dress, so I didn't have to change in the bathroom. Randomly, we were surprised with arcade credits which we put to great use! Not to mention, the food and drinks were exactly what we were phenomenal. We also really enjoyed how the bumpers would go up and down based on the player - this helped our toddler bowl with the adults. I mean, seriously - this was the best bowling/arcade experience we've ever had. Every worker went above and beyond to make our night special and I wouldn't have it any other way. If you're questioning if you should celebrate an occasion here, DO IT. You will not regret it! Our expectations were exceeded.“

“Consistently yummy food. Cheerful & attentive waitstaff. Delicious Thanksgiving buffet-turkey or ham with all the trimmings. Rob, the owner, is always on site, usually with several family members. I highly recommend Holidays.“

“Friendly Like No Other Tavern for Comfort and Fare Sunday is Respite for a Staff beyond Compare“

“Sava's has been a favorite of ours for many years. It is a quality Ann Arbor restaurant that is always busy and has kept current with modern renovations and frequent menu updates. It can be a casual meal or an upscale experience, whatever you prefer. There is plenty of cuisine variety, yet just a single page of menu items. When we have out-of-town visitors this is one of our go to choices. I suggest making a reservation if dining during a prime time, as they do fill up quickly.“

“Pleasant first experience. Original Lemonade is the perfect balance of tart and sweet. Food was super tasty and delicious, but I wish the portions were a tad larger.. especially the protein! $15-20 and your bowl is mostly carbs. Otherwise, solid place for healthier options.“

“Thanksgiving dinner was fantastic! Everything was freshly made and the wait staff was excellent. It was crowded but everyone did a great job! Kudos to you!“

“The service here is always great and the entire staff is very attentive and caring. If theres an issue with your order, they will fix it immediately. I usually come here on weekends since I live so far away, but everytime the food has been delectable. I would highly suggest getting the Eggs Benny; its honestly the best in the area. I would say that this is not the place to eat if you are in a rush, however, as service can be sometimes slow, but this is due to the fact that theres only one server in the morning. Great place to dine for breakfast or a early lunch.“

“Heather is awesome like always.“

“Amazing place.Steak and Cheese is the best I have had.“

“I dined with my 4 year old & two 13 year olds. We all shared two baskets of fries, a Club and a tenders app. Including a beer & Pepsi the total only $50. The real 5 ⭐️ goes to the service staff. I’ve truly never experienced better. My toddler dropped her water glass which shattered under our table. Before I knew what had happened the staff were at our table to help. We stood out of the way where someone helped me dry her pants & replaced her water. The staff cleaned the mess then moped/dried the floor within ~3 min. It was AMAZING. Thank you!!“

“delish, breakfast and dinner choices 😋 perfect greasy spoon“

“Great food and great dinner music. Wait staff were very attentive“

“We visit Afternoon Delight most Sunday mornings because the food is so good and the staff treat everyone like they are special. Owner Jo is usually taking the orders and offering an amazing variety of choices. The waitstaff, especially Amanda, make sure the coffee and the smiles are always flowing. If you've not been to Afternoon Delight you are really missing something.“

“Went for a lunch with a friend and I brought my dog so we could go on a hike. Our waiter was super nice and brought out some ice water for her. The food was delicious and they have an inexpensive treat menu for pups as well. Definitely recommend!“

“Make a point to stop here if you love cocktails! We were in town for a quick visit with family, stopped by for a quick drink, and were not disappointed. Our bartender took care of us that afternoon, and we were made to feel like we were family. Apparently, he was responsible for 8 of the seasonal cocktails, so he's got one hell of a palette, because they were all great! Get the truffle fries with everything on them (so good we got them twice!) 10/10 experience, we will be making a point to stop here again when we're in town!“

“A great breakfast place with quality food. They have a lot of vegan options for food as well. They have great service and a lot of seating. The menu also had lots of creative options to try. I got the traditionalist which was perfect and my mom got the California avocado toast. Both were delicious! Surprisingly we came here on a game day Saturday morning and there was no wait as well so that was nice! They also let you join the waitlist online and you can tell how busy it is which is very helpful!“

“We came in on an, unexpectedly busy, Sunday for my husband’s birthday and we had AMAZING service. The manager actually took care of us and she did amazing and was so kind. Our meal was perfect and the whole family left happy and full. Thank you!“

“Loved the server Brittany at the bar, she’s very attentive and efficient.“

“Went for a lunch with a friend and I brought my dog so we could go on a hike. Our waiter was super nice and brought out some ice water for her. The food was delicious and they have an inexpensive treat menu for pups as well. Definitely recommend!“