50 Best American Restaurants near Dexter

“Sat outside, great night. Food and service were good and then hung out on the outdoor couches and listened to the live music“

“Ordered a personal pizza. Was really good. Crunchy crust, not too thick. Sauce was the right amount and cheese was perfectly melted.

Interior of the building was very clean, and very spacious for customers to be separate from one another.

Parking: Free parking is behind the building off the main street. Can be hard to find if you dont know your way around.

Kid-friendliness: Brought my two little ones both under 3 with me and they had a great selection of kids meals and had booster seats and high chairs available.

Wheelchair accessibility: Its ground floor entrance. Very easily wheelchair accesible.“

“Dexter Pub is the best. I’ve been going there since I was a kid, and I go there with my parents a lot. The food is amazing and Peter is just the nicest guy. It’s the best place in Dexter to get food.

Edit 11/2/24: my husband, son, and I went to the Pub after trick-or-treating on Halloween and the hostess was extremely rude. When she sat us to our seats, she slammed the menus on the table, gave me a dirty look, and said “here you go.” I won’t change my rating, only because we like Pete and we eat there all the time. But that hostess needs a serious attitude adjustment or I will have to say something next time she’s rude.“

“This is a 5 star restaurant serving 2 star martinis. The glasses are not chilled nor do they have a stem to keep your warm hand off the bowl of the drink. A better glass would enhance the experience for us martini lovers and complement the food!“

“My go to breakfast spot closed (Angelo's in Ann Arbor) and I've been trying to find somewhere in dexter or pinkney and have been so disappointed. I've tried them ALL and this was my last place to try! I took my 92 year old grandpa in and we were both so impressed! The atmosphere was great, nostalgic for grandpa! The food was phenomenal. Prices were better than other local establishments for much better food. They were jam packed and we still got our food pretty quick. I can't wait to go back! Make sure you get the American fries for breakfast. Haven't had anything comparable to those anywhere.“

“We would love to thank Tara for her outstanding service. She was incredibly friendly and made sure we were well taken care of. If we come back, she will be requested!“

“The people, my friends and food“

“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“

“Healthy Warm Brunch Hidden Gem in Ann Arbor!“

“They have so much great food to choose from! I ordered the mushroom Swiss burger with everything on it and it was amazing! I am from out of town but I would highly recommend this place! If I am ever traveling out this way again I would 100% stop here to eat again. Also, the staff was super amazing ☺️“

“I've been going here for a long time I'm from Detroit originally and when I want Detroit style coney dogs and chili cheese fries this is the place I go coney sauce not chili this is Michigan lol I've never had a problem with staff or food here either prices are pretty good as well“

“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!“

“Our waiter was absolutely amazing at the Chelsea location today! He was training a young lady and honestly I feel she is learning from the best! He did tell us his name a couple times and of course I can not remember... I am so happy we stopped in. we travel all over for work and we eat out a lot and I have never once felt the need to give props to anyone until now. We will definitely make a point to come back! Thank you and thank you for my weiner dog balloon ♡ that he actually made before we left:)“

“Food is always fresh and tasty, staff are friendly and prices very reasonable!“

“We had dinner on a Wednesday night in December. It was not busy at all, but we had a pleasant evening. The menu is very interesting and the two items we selected were nicely presented and very tasty. We also had an exceptional dessert. Service by Kristina was excellent - professional, friendly and knowledgeable. The wine list is extensive albeit a bit pricey. \n\nWe very much enjoyed the experience. Two minor items that seemed to be unnecessary and took a little shine off of the experience - charging us a crazy amount for soda water from the bar was ridiculous, especially considering they were out of the normal bottled sparkling water available. Most restaurants would have just offered that gratis. And charging a credit card fee for such a significant dinner bill. We understand this may be standard practice some places, but with the entree and wine prices being substantial already, it seems this would be better not added on top.“

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

“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! ❤️“

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

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

“Great service and good 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!“

“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.“

“Good old fashioned country diner with full bar, and great personal service! If you're tired of paying more than you like, for food that doesn't measure up, try Stivers! You won't be disappointed.“

“Great food and the staff is incredible!“

“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!!“

“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.“

“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!“

“Hell Saloon is the definition of a great local spot 🍻🔥. Cold drinks, friendly staff, and that laid-back Michigan energy that makes you want to stick around all night. They keep the music pumping, food hits the spot, and the crowd is always fun. If you’re rolling through Hell, MI, this place is a must-stop!“

“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“

“It's a Wonderful Life when you experience theatrical performances at the Dio. This year's Christmas show was very challenging for the actors requiring them to voice multiple characters often within the same conversation. The flawless delivery of the actors, along with clever use of minimal props reflect the brilliance and creativeness of the show's director. Well done all. A very enjoyable time!“

“The various buns and croissants are exceptional! I haven't tried their desserts because for me there isn't a point when the pastries are so good. Cool vibes, attentive people. Love the almond croissant, pistachio croissant and ham cheese croissant.“

“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.“

“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.“

“best pizza in Livingston county!!! great atmosphere, excellent staff, Superior management!“

“The French dip, burger, and waffle fries were delicious! Our bartender, Adria, was very friendly and professional. I stopped another waitress, Brooke, and she said how much she loved working there. The place was packed and the owners were even helping clean off tables. Great atmosphere and food. We will definitely be back!“

“Excellent service and delicious, well portioned servings and very fair priced. Highly recommend.“

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

“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!“

“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!!“

“Jackie is the best server!! If I lived closer I would be a regular at this spot and want her every time! She was so on top of everything, making sure we had drinks if they were almost empty, making sure we got our food in before last call. HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place! Food was great but the service was better 😉 someone please promote her, she deserves the recognition!“

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

“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!“

“One of the BEST Ruben sandwiches ever!! ❤️“

“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.“

“Great place to have dinner and an epic view of Portage Lake. One of my favorite new places to take guests and family. The chef is really good and there are some creative dishes as well as classic favorites.“

“I have been to the tavern many times and have always received great service and great food at a reasonable price. Nice atmosphere.“

“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!“

“Views if the ice, party room for tent“

“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!“