45 Best American Restaurants in Ann Arbor

“We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Vinology on August 7, thanks in large part to our amazing server, Kristina! She was warm, attentive, knowledgeable, and made us feel genuinely cared for throughout the entire evening. Her recommendations were excellent, and she struck the perfect balance between being available and allowing us to relax and enjoy our meal.

Kristina mentioned that she is getting married next weekend, and we wish her and her future spouse a lifetime of love and happiness! Her exceptional service made an already lovely evening feel truly special. She is a tremendous asset to Vinology, and we look forward to returning!“

“The people, my friends and food“

“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!“

“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.“

“Healthy Warm Brunch Hidden Gem in Ann Arbor!“

“I have gone here on three different occasions, for three different tasting menus. Every time I was surprised by the offerings and everything has been delicious. We were lucky enough to catch the last day of their special pierogi menu night, and it was one of the best meals I’ve had this year. Amazing!“

“Really nice bowling lanes, great food and service!“

“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!“

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

“Metzgers is an Ann Arbor gem! Not to be missed.“

“Gluten free options are SLIMMMM, but I made due with a lime chicken meal (no tortilla chips because they cook them in the same fryer as everything else) and it was DELICIOUS!! Staff is very friendly and had our large party order right the first time! Food was cooked perfectly“

“Update:

I would like to thank management but more especially the staff for going above and beyond to remedy my previous concerns. Went back with my dad yesterday. We had great service and food. Cannelle is a must try in Ann Arbor!“

“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!“

“come try the smoked bbq specials“

“Food was delicious. Kale salad and. Burger were especially tasty. Megan was an awesome server. And our grandaughter really appreciated that the kids meal macaroni and cheese was prepared “ not too cheesy” as she requested. Accordingly we will be back with them !“

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

“Great bar, their bourbon pours are twice the amount of other bars. Food is excellent.“

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

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

“Truly concerned about their patrons. A standby for decades. Thank you.“

“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 !!“

“Sava's is hands down one of the best spots in Ann Arbor. The food is absolutely excellent from top to bottom. I ordered the black bean wrap and it was incredibly fresh, filling, and packed with flavor. You also cannot leave without trying their espresso martinis. They are perfectly mixed and easily some of the best I have had in town.

The restaurant itself has a beautiful, vibrant aesthetic right near campus. It is definitely a trendy place and it gets very crowded, especially on weekends, but that just adds to the incredibly fun scene and lively atmosphere. Even with a packed house, the energy is fantastic and it feels like the place to be. If you are looking for great food, top tier drinks, and a buzzing vibe, this is exactly where you want to go.“

“Outstanding food, service and atmosphere!“

“Our family threw us a surprise 10 year anniversary dinner here last night (11/24/25) and it was so wonderful so beautiful so clean the food was absolutely delicious. The staff was absolutely amazing. They were on top of it. They were so friendly so helpful and fun. Best steak I’ve ever had, both times now that I’ve been there. Can’t say enough good things & thank you all so much for the amazing experience!!!“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!!“

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

“Heather is awesome like always.“

“The bottom hamburger bun was cold! While the top bun was warm🤔 Dissapointed for the first time ever since going to Culver's. I'll go to Culver's again it's one of my favorites, just may not be that location.“

“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!!“

“Best French toast ever it’s delish!“

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

“David is the best bartender; the staff is absolutely incredible. Steve and Chad, the managers are the best managers in the entire town. Really take care of people and not just me but everyone that walks in. They make the ladies feel absolutely secure and will deal with problems in the best way possible. By far the best buisness on south u.“

“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.“

“Awesome food and friendly staff. I did not see the lady in the advertisement though! She obviously became super famous and decided that showing up to work was no longer a requirement.

I ain't even mad gurl. I'd be on the same stuff.“

“If you wanna be seated really quickly this is the right place for you. Huge new location. Took my bf on a breakfast date for the new fall menu. Tried the donuts,with omelets. You have to try the donuts! It feels like your right at the fair! So so good and food came out lickity split. Don't follow the map and just use your eyes in this maze of a strip mall. Just head back behind all the other restaurants and take the wide road around to avoid delays. Exceptional staff.“

“I really liked aMa Bistro. The menu is very robust and has a lot of options. I had a chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries that were delicious. It wasn't too busy considering it's in downtown AA and everyone working there was super nice. I'll definitely be back.“

“I watched the 2026 NCAA men's basketball final here at this cozy restaurant/bar in the lobby of the Graduate hotel. Robin and her co-workers busily served so many people - they were in constant motion! The staff brought out an additional large screen TV for the game, and even took the time to perform some audiovisual troubleshooting when the need arose. What a perfect atmosphere in which to witness a historical U Michigan victory!“

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

“We had a wonderful experience! Charlena was an outstanding server from start to finish. We were a large group of 10 people, which can be a challenge, but she handled everything with a smile and incredible professionalism. She checked on us frequently, made sure our drinks stayed full, and was always quick to bring anything we needed. Despite all of our requests, she never seemed rushed and made us feel like we were her top priority.

Charlenn recommended one of the hamburgers, and I’m so glad I took her advice—it was absolutely delicious! It ended up being one of the best burgers I’ve had in a long time.

We were also impressed that the manager, Robbie, stopped by our table to make sure everything was going well. That extra attention to customer service really stood out and showed that they genuinely care about their guests’ experience.

The restaurant was clean and inviting, the food was fresh and flavorful, and the service was exceptional from beginning to end. It’s not always easy to find a place that can handle a large group so well, but they exceeded our expectations. We will definitely be back, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for great food and outstanding service!“

“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!“