Showed up to open table reservation only to find the place closed the day before. The owner apologized and stated a new place was coming and placed blame on open table for allowing the reservation to exist.
Lourdes Garcia
Okay, so you know how you have those places you've been meaning to try forever? Taste Kitchen was that place for us, and honestly, our first time there last night was just incredible! We had, like, the most amazing meal. Seriously!
Their cocktails were fantastic, and the charcuterie board? Oh my gosh, to die for! The quality was just top-notch. Then we got adventurous and tried their patatas bravas with an Asian twist. Being from Spain myself, I gotta say, I was a little curious, but I actually really loved the fusion — it was amazing. For our main dishes, we went with the lamb and scallops, and wow, both were just bursting with flavor. A true explosion of taste!
And for dessert, we rounded it all off with chocolate mousse and coconut panna cotta. They were perfect—not too sweet, and packed with all that great flavor. We are definitely, 100% coming back! Hands down, it was the best meal we've had in ages.
Lisa Edwards
What on earth did you do the Taste! It is known as a go to quality restaurant in Ann Arbor! The iPad prepay order system does not say- high end restaurant…it screams fast food…I’m hoping that I just hit on an off day. I don’t like the combo red lotus - it doesn’t work!!!!!!!! If something isn’t broken…font fix it!!!!
Sushi Mellon
Taste Kitchen: Solid Downtown Ann Arbor Pick
Taste Kitchen in downtown Ann Arbor is a reliable spot that ticks most boxes. The menu's strong, offering good variety, and the service is decent – friendly enough without being overbearing.
The atmosphere is genuinely comfy, making it easy to settle in.
What stands out is their approach to flavor: food isn't overly salty or sweet, which is a welcome change and definitely leaves you feeling a bit healthier.
Visually, the plates are well-executed and unique, adding a nice touch that elevates the dining experience.
Whether you're looking for a casual meal or need a place for a business chat, Taste Kitchen fits the bill. It's a solid recommendation.
Abigayle Ellison
Everything was delicious. Ian, our server, made it a special and memorable experience. Fun part of town. Good for people watching.
Harper Huynh
The food tastes delicious and the service was fast. The decoration was also really vibing. I love the food it was a combination of different cultures and countries. I will come back soon !
Thomas Idzikowski
Presentation is lovely and the melange of flavors brought to each dish are well crafted. Chef takes excellent care to keep them bright and clear. Sadly, the intimacy is somewhat marred by the noisy atmosphere. It's not a murmur of conversations, it's like sitting too close to the speakers at a concert.
Catherine
Excellent dinner choice! The food was inventive, delicious and beautiful. The menu offers lots of choices and portion sizes were generously proportional. Our only challenge was the noise level. The restaurant was nearly full and we struggled to hear our waiter and each other, but we will definitely return as we truly enjoyed our meal.
Yunong Shi
Taste Kitchen offers an elegant, contemporary dining space that’s beginning to show a bit of its age, both in decor and the condition of the physical menu. That said, the restaurant still delivers a solid dining experience with a diverse menu and a well-stocked bar.
We started with the patatas bravas and steamed mushroom dumplings. The bravas were excellent—crispy potatoes paired beautifully with fried egg, a satisfying and flavorful start. For my main, I had the duck confit, and it was the highlight of the meal: tender, flavorful, and well-balanced with the lentils and carrot purée. Dessert was a poached pear, which looked elegant but didn’t quite hit the mark in flavor. The Chinese tea was pleasant, though nothing extraordinary.
Overall, it’s a great spot for a refined meal with a global touch, especially if you’re into wine or cocktails—but a little refresh to the ambiance could take the experience to the next level.
Liz Saletta
What a gem! We visited from out of town with a child and everyone was lovely. The best server gave us top notch menu advice for a picky eater. The food was delicious and beautifully plated. We were delighted with the high quality meat cooked to perfection with other locally sourced food at this restaurant! Can not say enough nice things about the staff who were welcoming and managed a busy floor with ease. Highly recommend!
We had a fantastic dinner here last week, we started with a bowl of the butternut squash soup which was the best soup we have ever had. The beef tartare was delicious as well. Our entrees were the Berkshire pork which was incredibly flavorful and a bowl of the pho which was also fantastic. On a night where they were clearly understaffed, our waitress did a good job of taking care of us and we appreciated her efforts as she doubled as the bartender as well. My wife has dairy and gluten allergies and all the dishes we had were perfect for her. A really great experience.
Sheri
Went for husbands bday. Food was yummy as we split 3 apps and 2 dishes. We had a lot of food left over. Will go again- Loved!!
Jennifer Harrison
It is not a massive menu. However, we tried quite a few dishes and every dish was prepared with care and precision. The flavors were not overwhelming but crafted to meld together and balance each other wonderfully. I will 100% be back . Well done!!
I would also like to add that the bar manager has done a wonderful job of creatively mixing sweet with citrus in the drinks and the entire staff was welcoming and friendly and helpful.
Jean Marie
THE Best restaurant in Ann Arbor. We have thoroughly enjoyed regular menu dining, but the tasting menus are exceptional. A special treat is to add the wine pairing with each course. Outstanding. For vegetarian/vegan meals, Red Lotus is hands down The Best.
A2diner
We love Taste. And were disappointed in the menu change. We anticipated having the mussels, grilled salmon and monkfish, risotto appetizer. They have changed to a tapas style menu with many cold or warm, not hot, items. Odd to start in January. Everything was well prepared as can be expected from Taste yet not the full flavor we were accustomed to. Definitely healthy fare. Atmosphere and service remains top notch.
Showed up to open table reservation only to find the place closed the day before. The owner apologized and stated a new place was coming and placed blame on open table for allowing the reservation to exist.
Okay, so you know how you have those places you've been meaning to try forever? Taste Kitchen was that place for us, and honestly, our first time there last night was just incredible! We had, like, the most amazing meal. Seriously!
Their cocktails were fantastic, and the charcuterie board? Oh my gosh, to die for! The quality was just top-notch. Then we got adventurous and tried their patatas bravas with an Asian twist. Being from Spain myself, I gotta say, I was a little curious, but I actually really loved the fusion — it was amazing. For our main dishes, we went with the lamb and scallops, and wow, both were just bursting with flavor. A true explosion of taste!
And for dessert, we rounded it all off with chocolate mousse and coconut panna cotta. They were perfect—not too sweet, and packed with all that great flavor. We are definitely, 100% coming back! Hands down, it was the best meal we've had in ages.
What on earth did you do the Taste! It is known as a go to quality restaurant in Ann Arbor! The iPad prepay order system does not say- high end restaurant…it screams fast food…I’m hoping that I just hit on an off day. I don’t like the combo red lotus - it doesn’t work!!!!!!!! If something isn’t broken…font fix it!!!!
Taste Kitchen: Solid Downtown Ann Arbor Pick
Taste Kitchen in downtown Ann Arbor is a reliable spot that ticks most boxes. The menu's strong, offering good variety, and the service is decent – friendly enough without being overbearing.
The atmosphere is genuinely comfy, making it easy to settle in.
What stands out is their approach to flavor: food isn't overly salty or sweet, which is a welcome change and definitely leaves you feeling a bit healthier.
Visually, the plates are well-executed and unique, adding a nice touch that elevates the dining experience.
Whether you're looking for a casual meal or need a place for a business chat, Taste Kitchen fits the bill. It's a solid recommendation.
Everything was delicious. Ian, our server, made it a special and memorable experience. Fun part of town. Good for people watching.
The food tastes delicious and the service was fast. The decoration was also really vibing. I love the food it was a combination of different cultures and countries. I will come back soon !
Presentation is lovely and the melange of flavors brought to each dish are well crafted. Chef takes excellent care to keep them bright and clear. Sadly, the intimacy is somewhat marred by the noisy atmosphere. It's not a murmur of conversations, it's like sitting too close to the speakers at a concert.
Excellent dinner choice! The food was inventive, delicious and beautiful. The menu offers lots of choices and portion sizes were generously proportional. Our only challenge was the noise level. The restaurant was nearly full and we struggled to hear our waiter and each other, but we will definitely return as we truly enjoyed our meal.
Taste Kitchen offers an elegant, contemporary dining space that’s beginning to show a bit of its age, both in decor and the condition of the physical menu. That said, the restaurant still delivers a solid dining experience with a diverse menu and a well-stocked bar.
We started with the patatas bravas and steamed mushroom dumplings. The bravas were excellent—crispy potatoes paired beautifully with fried egg, a satisfying and flavorful start. For my main, I had the duck confit, and it was the highlight of the meal: tender, flavorful, and well-balanced with the lentils and carrot purée. Dessert was a poached pear, which looked elegant but didn’t quite hit the mark in flavor. The Chinese tea was pleasant, though nothing extraordinary.
Overall, it’s a great spot for a refined meal with a global touch, especially if you’re into wine or cocktails—but a little refresh to the ambiance could take the experience to the next level.
What a gem! We visited from out of town with a child and everyone was lovely. The best server gave us top notch menu advice for a picky eater. The food was delicious and beautifully plated. We were delighted with the high quality meat cooked to perfection with other locally sourced food at this restaurant! Can not say enough nice things about the staff who were welcoming and managed a busy floor with ease. Highly recommend!
Restaurantji Recommends
We had a fantastic dinner here last week, we started with a bowl of the butternut squash soup which was the best soup we have ever had. The beef tartare was delicious as well. Our entrees were the Berkshire pork which was incredibly flavorful and a bowl of the pho which was also fantastic. On a night where they were clearly understaffed, our waitress did a good job of taking care of us and we appreciated her efforts as she doubled as the bartender as well. My wife has dairy and gluten allergies and all the dishes we had were perfect for her. A really great experience.
Went for husbands bday. Food was yummy as we split 3 apps and 2 dishes. We had a lot of food left over. Will go again- Loved!!
It is not a massive menu. However, we tried quite a few dishes and every dish was prepared with care and precision. The flavors were not overwhelming but crafted to meld together and balance each other wonderfully. I will 100% be back . Well done!! I would also like to add that the bar manager has done a wonderful job of creatively mixing sweet with citrus in the drinks and the entire staff was welcoming and friendly and helpful.
THE Best restaurant in Ann Arbor. We have thoroughly enjoyed regular menu dining, but the tasting menus are exceptional. A special treat is to add the wine pairing with each course. Outstanding. For vegetarian/vegan meals, Red Lotus is hands down The Best.
We love Taste. And were disappointed in the menu change. We anticipated having the mussels, grilled salmon and monkfish, risotto appetizer. They have changed to a tapas style menu with many cold or warm, not hot, items. Odd to start in January. Everything was well prepared as can be expected from Taste yet not the full flavor we were accustomed to. Definitely healthy fare. Atmosphere and service remains top notch.
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