Bill&#x27;s Beer Garden

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Went for a drink with wife and sons. Very nice area to begin an evening relaxing listening to music to get things started or even wind down. Pick a nice day, evening to go as we did get caught in the rain today and cover was sparse with the amount of people looking for cover. This place definitely draws younger crowd which adds to the positive energy. We did not eat, drinks you walk up order and leave with on the spot in the beer garden itself.Service was fast, friendly and knowledgeable. Parking surprisingly wasn't an issue especially seeing how busy this place gets. read more

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Jessica L.

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I love coming here for a good time and a drink! It's the perfect outdoor beer setting and the ambient lighting makes it perfect for fun conversations or card games with friends. You order up at the front and bring your drink over to any of the benches. In the colder seasons, they have heated fires that keep people warm. It's the perfect place for a chill late night with friends! read more

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Rohit P.

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Great spot to hang out, especially on a nice day. The atmosphere is lively with lots of seating and a fun outdoor vibe. Good variety of beers on tap and drinks are reasonably priced. Service was quick even though it was busy, and the crowd made it feel energetic without being overwhelming. Perfect place to relax with friends and enjoy a few rounds. read more

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Kaylee L.

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I thought the concept of Bill's Beer Garden was really cool! It's a great place to grab a few beers and hang out with friends. I saw they even sell decks of cards and uno which is pretty neat. While there is a decent amount of seating, I would recommend arriving early. It can be difficult to get a table when the weather is nice, but there is standing room as well. There was a decently long line to order drinks the whole time I was there, but it moved pretty fast. I tried the pear ginger cider and it was good! I would also recommend the Smackintosh cider which tastes like a crisp apple. read more

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C M.

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6-9-2025 Great meeting place for my birthday! We brought food and cake and my sons, their gfs, their dogs, and my niece had a great time! Even the rain did not "dampen" the fun. A super fun place to gather. read more

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Love this place! Great vibe. Always very busy, but there is a lot of seating. They currently have an overhead shade so you can stay out of the sun. So many options for drinks if you don't like beer. read more

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I came here with my cousins after dinner for some drinks and I ordered myself a glass of white wine. Bill's Beer Garden is a fun place to grab a drink with your friends or family, meet new people, and have a drink or two. You can even bring your own food, I believe, and your dog. The drinks are good, and they have a nice selection of beer. You have to come early because the space fills up fast. read more

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Kristine U.

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My BFF stopped here for a beer before seeing a band play at the Blind Pig. It is a very cool (and crowded) beer garden. They have a huge beer selection and we both went with an IPA. We couldn't find a seat, so we just had the 1 beer each and left. We loved that it was dog friendly and had the chance to pet a few. read more

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Sami B.

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Good spot to have a drink. Visiting family while they are away at school and this place had a line 15 minutes before it opened. We decided to wait and I'm glad we did even if we weren't able to stay long, they have a huge selection of beer but also wine & cocktail options. The patio was packed the second it opened and the line was out the door the entire time we were there so we didn't get back in line for a second drink before heading to dinner. It was pretty crowded but it was shaded and had some beautiful greenery and flowers. read more

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Katy C.

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Bill's Beer Garden is a fun outdoor area housed in the parking lot of the Downtown Home & Garden store on Ashley in Ann Arbor. They have a time lapse video on their website that shows the process of changing it from an empty parking lot to this bustling beer garden. Pretty cool and a great use of space. Nate and I arrived right after they opened on a Saturday, and the whole area was full within half an hour. This was during the summer months, so I'm sure it gets super packed during the school year. There is a lot of shared seating as well as some smaller cocktail tables where you can stand with your drink. They check IDs at the gate and you must be 21+ to enter (or a kid with a legal guardian). The menu includes at least 10 beer options on tap as well as cans, wine, and some cocktails. I was interested in trying the gin and tonic flight but went with the house sangria instead. It was delicious! Red based, refreshing and light but definitely not super sweet like a lot of sangria I've had - I could actually taste the wine. The staff was super nice and very friendly. The patio is dog-friendly and they have a water spigot with dog bowls out for furry friends. The bathrooms are around behind the bar and are basically the kind you'd find at a state park -- no frills, maybe some bugs, but actually pretty clean, at least when we went. They don't serve food but you can bring food in or have it delivered. It was a super fun way to spend an hour on a sunny summer afternoon, and I'd definitely go back again. read more

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Place This place has the best vibe in AA. In the morning it is a unique plant store. Literally every plant mom dream. Then at night they open the back as a chill vibe to drink with friends. Service The service is good. The employees are friendly and will give you good recommendations. I would say come early as it opens at 5 pm. It gets packed at 7-8pm. Food/price The concept is kinda nice because it is Byof: bring your own food. The price of beer is around 8-10 dollars. Audience Obviously to get in you have to be 21+ Recommendation/tips I would recommend this place and one of Ann Arbor's best place to hang out! read more

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So it's all about the location and people watching. I have driven by this corner dozens of times and finally stopped in with a friend. It's a gated sidewalk bier garden, no indoor service. The draft beer selection was small, and we were both disappointed they didn't have some home brews. Probably won't be back as we have better favorites away from Downtown with parking lots. However, it is one of the few Downtown bars with an outdoor space unless you want to sit curbside. read more

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Andrew G.

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Came on a late Saturday evening after a Michigan football game and found a table right away. The atmosphere was great, it was busy and social, and there were heaters and firepits going to keep people warm. We opted to order their mulled wine and mulled cider which were both great choices on a chilly fall evening. read more

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Bronwyn E.

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Fun atmosphere, have happy hour beers. Dog friendly. Can be very busy on weekends. Great selection

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Annette J.

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Is there anything lovelier than sips outside on a gorgeous night under a lit patio surrounding by foliage and friends? Bill's Beer Garden is hands down one of the best places to grab a beverage in Ann Arbor, or anywhere in Metro-Detroit for that matter, during the warmer months. The space is gorgeous, the beer list is local and delicious, and the vibe is chill and enjoyable. It can get crowded fast and seating, despite plentiful, can be somewhat challenging to find but if you get there early or come ready to wait for a spot you should be just fine. It's worth the wait! read more

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Olivia G.

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Overall, I had a positive experience here because of the vibe and the company. The service was great once I got it. Kind bartenders. BUT it takes 20+ minutes to get a drink on most evenings Thurs-Sat and you can't leave your table...so don't bother coming if you're a group of two and want to save a seat because most of the evening would be spent alone in line. Since we had a group of 11 coming, I waited until several people came to begin the waiting frenzy. You'd think in 2022 there could be a QR code/Starbucks style mobile order? Or even old-school table service when labor isn't so short!? Here's to hoping!!! read more

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Grace C.

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I came here with my friends just to try it out because we've heard good things about this place. We bought our drinks and tried hunting for a place to sit for around 5 minutes. There was a bunch of people! This place is a nice place to chat with friends for a lengthy amount of time, so I can imagine how difficult it must be to find seats sometimes. I tried their margarita ($9), and it was super good and surprisingly strong. I think live music would definitely be a great addition to this place. You could rent cards or games like jenga for $2-4. Bill's Beer Garden definitely attracts young professionals; my friends and I are in college and we definitely felt a bit out of place. read more

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Davontae F.

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Bill's Beer Garden is such a great place to hangout with your peers throughout the semester! After many weeks of midterms and papers my classmates and I planned a social at Bill's! It was perfect! It's a great place for big groups, small groups and even a date night! So drinks! I had both the Mulled Cider and Mulled Wine! They were so so good! I think they're seasonal, if so I highly recommend! Also, Bill's let's you bring outside food which was a plus! I hope you enjoy your time here when you visit! read more

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Cheyenne M.

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Love Bills & their drink selection! Best place to be on a warm sunny day. Their heaters and fires help if it's a bit chilly too :)

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Josh A.

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Bills beer garden was an excellent time. The drinks were great and the prices were good. All in all, wonderful night and no cover. Highly would recommend read more

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Bills is an open air, fun terrific spot with amazing cocktail and beer selection. Other reviews indicate disappointment that there is no food... it's literally a BEER GARDEN! Go for fun, fresh air & a cocktail! The service is terrific as is the mixology & the transformation from parking lot to beer garden is magical. Too bad I can't give more than 5 stars! read more

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Alexa T.

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This is one of my favorite spots in Ann Arbor. I absolutely love the vibes here (especially when the lights are turned on). They used to have a kombucha beer that was my go-to drink in the fall. But now I get the prickly pear seltzer. The service is also great. read more

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Emily D.

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Such a fun way to spend a summer evening in Ann Arbor! I loved the vibe - especially on a Sunday evening when they give free hot dogs! The bartenders are super nice and willing to give free tastes/recommendations. I ended up really liking both beers I tried, with my favorite being the Short's Soft Parade. I love how they list the beers by type so it's easy to order. My mom also really liked her red sangria! It wasn't too sweet, which we both liked. Definitely looking forward to coming back on another nice day! read more

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Ellen K.

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I thought this seasonal place was only open during the summer. So I was surprised when the beautiful string lights were on and groups of people were hanging out with drinks in their hands even in October! They have added heating lamps and hand out blankets for their customers so they can still enjoy the crisp, outdoor vibe throughout Fall. They even serve hot pretzels and warm drinks like Irish coffee and hot spiced wine which keeps you warm internally, too. Head over there quick because... winter is coming... :) read more

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Liz P.

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This place reminded me of Dominick's, but smaller, plus it has Mark's Carts attached if you want some eats. I had the sangria ($8) since I went with a group of friends but I'm not a big beer person. We sat underneath one of the umbrella-d areas which was good because it then started pouring :-/ but we remained dry which was nice. I'd like to come back here at some point and try some of the beers or perhaps the cider. read more

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Jerika N.

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My favorite place to grab a drink in Ann Arbor. Great beer selection, adorable font/logo, plenty of space for groups, and nostalgic semblance to a chill backyard party. It's poppin' on weekends, so be ready to stand in line for a little while - but it moves pretty fast. Great location to start the night before heading down the rest of Ashley/Main/1st. They also host other events sometimes (like book readings!), which are cool. read more

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Suzanne B.

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Bill's Beer Garden is a fun outdoor spot to grab a drink and hang out with friends in Ann Arbor. I visited recently on one of the busier days of the year, and had a wonderful time. A long but fast-moving line was there to grab drinks, which we did, as well as some local kettle chips to munch on. Benches are sprinkled throughout to sit and catch up with friends, and a few firepits provided valuable warmth on the sunny but brisk spring day. The light and festive atmosphere had us all in good spirits, and we mingled around with other patrons as we enjoyed the beautiful day. It is the perfect local spot to hang out with friends new and old! read more

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Ed W.

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We were on our way to another bar when we saw this place. It wasn't open yet, but there was a small group of folks waiting to get in. The weather was beautiful, so we decided to wait the three minutes until it opened; so glad we did. They have a nice beer selection, also some nice sounding wines, and some fun cocktails. When the weather is good, you cannot beat this place. I suggest coming early. When we first came in at 5:00, there was about six people there. Within seventeen minutes, the place was close to full. I can see why, everyone who works there was extremely friendly. Make sure you visit this spot on your next trip! read more

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Carrol E.

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Amazing vibes and customer service!! Had the margarita (lol) and it was amazing, so there are also great options if you prefer a cocktail ‍ read more

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Sarah H.

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¡Este es un jardín de cerveza horrible! Empezó a llover y tenían una lona pero ni siquiera nos cubrieron con ella. No hay opciones de comida. Está abarrotado y siguen dejando entrar a la gente. read more

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Josh M.

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Drew X's on my hands because I'm under age, felt absolutely ridiculous walking around. Guy who drew them was also musty af lol don't go here. No larry either smh read more

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Alex J.

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Chill outdoor spot for beers, love music, and mingling. Pleasant atmosphere, lots of seating area. Great for groups and games. I'm not a beer drinker, so that's about all I've got. read more

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Charles C.

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The perfect place in the summer to chill with friends and have a brew, simple mixed drink

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Li S.

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Despite being a parking lot, this place is a nice outdoor space for grabbing a few beers with some friends. The line for drinks gets very long, but it moves fairly quickly. Limited selection available- it might have something to do with the fact that this is just a parking lot... read more

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Ciria G.

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Ok spot for when You want to drink outside and be surrounded by people! Loved the Piña colada seltzer! Bad margaritas, slow service and ok beer! Server guy was attentive, but they need more staff! They make people wait so long to even enter the place. Its a fresh spot and people can bring their own food. read more

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Jon C.

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This is a fun spot for craft beer, outdoor atmosphere and fun. It's a great place to come in the summer with friends or to meet new people. Lots of different craft beer on tap. I would come again. read more

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Swan L.

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Venue: Casual outdoor environment with a backyard feel with communal tables. Situated just across from Beer Grotto and Fleetwoods, it's great during the spring and at night if you're with just a few friends or a large party. If it's a cool evening they bring out the heat lamps and firepits. They add some fun with smores. If you come earlier in the evening, you can grab food from the neighboring Mark's carts foodtrucks. Beverages: Fantastic set of seasonal rotating beers, there's usually a good selection of draft and bottle beers. I usually prefer their darker beers. It's hard to recommend a particular beer because they're always rotating, but you can't really go wrong. All beers are reasonably priced. read more

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Allison F.

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This is such a neat business idea! I love stopping in when I'm visiting Ann Arbor. The beer garden is a unique business in that it's just a beer tent and a shit-ton of picnic tables. It's got direct access to the food trucks at Mark's Carts (which I find overpriced) and it's right around the corner from a bunch of other restaurants. Chances are, you'll sit by some people you'll become friends with by the end of the night. Stop in next time you're bar-hopping in Ann Arbor. read more

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Jessie S.

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It's so great that Bill's Beer Garden opened! The atmosphere is downright cozy with benches and chairs to gather around fire pits. The beer selection is limited, but chosen well, and priced as you would find anywhere in downtown Ann Arbor. They also have great fall specials like hot mulled wine and spiked apple cider! Right now the crowd is a little older and the scene is really mellow. I'm curious how Bill's is going to be once it opens again next spring and has the entire summer to flourish and grow into itself. read more

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Jesse J.

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Favorite place in Ann Arbor during the summer! Cute aesthetic, great drinks and lots of fun. Always pretty crowded but there's quite a few places to sit. read more

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More info about Bill's Beer Garden

218 S Ashley St
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Downtown Ann Arbor
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(734) 369-8001
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http://www.billsbeergarden.com

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Hours

What time does Bill's Beer Garden open?

Bill's Beer Garden opens at 5:30 PM on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Bill's Beer Garden close?

Bill's Beer Garden is closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday.Bill's Beer Garden closes at 11:00 PM on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Wed, Sun ClosedThu-Sat 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Bill's Beer Garden take Bitcoin?

No, Bill's Beer Garden does not take Bitcoin.

Does Bill's Beer Garden take credit cards?

Yes, Bill's Beer Garden takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Bill's Beer Garden serve alcohol?

Yes, Bill's Beer Garden serves alcohol. Full Bar

Services

Is Bill's Beer Garden by appointment only?

No, Bill's Beer Garden is not by appointment only.

Indoor Amenities

Does Bill's Beer Garden allow dogs?

Yes, Bill's Beer Garden allows dogs.

Does Bill's Beer Garden have TVs?

No, Bill's Beer Garden does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Bill's Beer Garden have bike parking?

Yes, Bill's Beer Garden has bike parking.

Does Bill's Beer Garden have outdoor seating?

Yes, Bill's Beer Garden has outdoor seating options.

Does Bill's Beer Garden have parking?

Yes, Bill's Beer Garden has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Bill's Beer Garden wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Bill's Beer Garden is wheelchair accessible.

Does Bill's Beer Garden allow outdoor smoking?

No, Bill's Beer Garden does not allow outdoor smoking.

Does Bill's Beer Garden have free WiFi?

Yes, Bill's Beer Garden has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Bill's Beer Garden offers a variety of craft beers along with a few imports and geographically diverse wines. We are located in an urban "pocket garden" at the corner of Liberty and Ashley in downtown Ann Arbor. By day we are the parking lot for Downtown Home & Garden. In the evening, after a 20 minute makeover, we become a charming haven under the sky with tables and benches, surrounded by trees; a place to enjoy a beer with friends and watch the world go by. We are open, weather permitting, from St. Patricks Day to Late October. Our hours expand when it is warm out. Please check our social media for updates! Interesting street food available until 9 from Mark's Carts, also on campus. Their food can be brought in, but beer may not leave the Beer Garden.

History

Established in 2012.

Bill's was established to take advantage of a unique location and create a "community living room" for our neighbors. You are welcome to join us.

Meet the Business Owner: Mark H.

Mark has been involved in various successful small businesses at the the corner of Liberty and Ashley since he founded the Fleetwood Diner in 1972. From the diner, to Downtown Home & Garden, to Mark's Carts, to Bill's Beer Garden, the goal has been to create a social hub. Bill's is fun.

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Ann Arbor is always such an interesting spot for a night out. During the school year, the streets…read moreare teeming with college kids bouncing around, which of course is what you would expect from a great college town. What I do love about Ann Arbor is that they balance out the drunk haunts of young adults with great restaurants and high end bars for the people looking for more than a pitcher of cheap beer. Rabbit Hole is one of those spots. Down the same little alley way as Circ Bar, this underground bar is tucked away, stone hallways and open up and lead to different openings that provide seating, a dance floor and an amazingly stocked bar. If you like bourbon you will love this spot. Our bartender was fantastic, absolutely worked with me on working out a drink. I know I took a pic of an espresso martini, but my drink was made perfect also. Another nice surprise was that it wasn't some crazy price on the drink (I mean any crazier than other places and quite cheaper than around my home), especially for Ann Arbor. Walking away from the bar is a dance floor, and surrounding it are booths in a separate rooms and tables on a level up from the dance floor. There are also two hallways that lead to more booths and tables in different areas of the bar. As you can imagine this is a huge place. We came on a Friday and it wasn't very busy, but school is out and the weather had just broke so not surprising. I really enjoyed my time and the company I was with, and I would definitely go back.

Another place actually open later, I needed to come and try…read more Rabbit hole definitely has a unique look. It reminded me of visits through caves I just needed some Stalactites. Definitely a bit confusing to figure out where to go. I wish I had been given some direction. There is seating against the wall throughout the winding halls. There is a dance floor and a couple bars. I loved the look which would definitely bring me back if I had also loved the Cocktails. The drink I ordered was way too sweet. I was underwhelmed. Most of their drinks looked on the sweeter side even the bartender mentioned. For my second I just ordered a glass of bubbly. It was also on the sweeter side but an improvement. For the prices, I really don't want to have to get up, find my way back to the bar to order my drink, then walk back to my seat avoiding the people and trying not to spill.

Vaulted Substrate (Old fashioned)

Dealer's choice cocktail - just a few descriptions and our craft cocktail bartenders will make your perfect drink.

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La Serre

4.4(35 reviews)

0.7 mi

I was staying in the hotel for a work event and decided to dine at La Serra along with my…read moreco-worker. The menu is small but thoughtfully crafted. The dining room is relatively small. Upon our initial seating we were set in at a table that had us way too close to those at the next table. It was a little uncomfortable to say that we were not together. We did ask to be moved and then sat a table in the middle of the dining room which was definitely better. My dining companion and I enjoyed our meals and were both pleasantly surprised about the quality and taste from a hotel restaurant. Our server was very kind and attentive. I would certainly dine here again. However, due to the size and layout of the dining room, I personally would want to visit on a day that was lower traffic.

Nice spot for an elegant, upscale meal! I was impressed right away with the ambiance. It is…read morebeautiful and polished without getting stuffy or unapproachable. Cocktails were good. Boozy, and balanced. Bartender went a little above and beyond helping me pick out an aperitif for dessert with an extra sample. For food, I tried: - Hamachi Crudo. Light, delicately flavored, bit of a kick! Very nice presentation. I would get this again. - Artichoke Frites. Fried with a lemon truffle dipping sauce. Good concept, could've been crispier! The heart pieces were the best, of course. - Steak Frites. This was good! Not necessarily extraordinary, but priced reasonably (for the area) as well. - Crème Brulee. Fabulous! Not tooo sweet. Location is not the most convenient for pulling La Serre into a regular rotation. They do have valet parking as an option. For anyone already staying at the hotel, this is a must try while there!

0.3 mi•Downtown Ann Arbor

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Mani Osteria & Bar

4.2(1.1k reviews)

Went here this afternoon with my family and very much enjoyed the entire experience. Staff were…read moresuper friendly, the whole place was very classy. The bread was fantastic. I felt like the portion wasn't super big for bread that was not complimentary, but it was so good. Very light and the honey butter was excellent. The soup was also nice, i liked that it was chicken meatballs. We got all 3 of the d&l chicken. They were able to do a substitution for my mom with some garlic and that was very appreciated. My one note is that i would have liked a noodle base for my chicken, it needed something for all of the very strong sauce, something to soak it up if you will. They also have an inciardi print machine which is an added bonus! Overall it is a good place to be for a nicer than average meal. Still casual enough but can be fancy too.

Good spot and fantastic service. Has an upscale vibe and not too expensive. Good food and good…read moreportions. I had the carbonara on my first night going there and I wasn't a fan of it probably because they use tagliatelle. Didn't taste authentic like what I've had in Italy. The second night I had the pappardelle bolognese which I highly recommend. For dessert I had the cannoli - maybe I just don't like cannoli but it did look good and authentic. The tiramisu looks amazing though.

0.1 mi•Downtown Ann Arbor

Dining area

Arancini ($11) - tomato, basil, mozzarella, romesco

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Puttanesca Pizza ($18) - Calabrian chili, oven roasted tomato, olive, red onion, parmesan

Black Pearl Ann Arbor

3.8(434 reviews)

Second time here and might be my new favorite spot. The food is phenomenal really gets your taste…read morebuds going. Then the service is even better amazing staff , then to top it all off the atmosphere is out of this world, amazingly designed and I design house.

Decided to give this another try. It had been a long time. I really want to love this place since…read morethe ambience is nice. We've definitely had better service especially in Ann Arbor. The servers are not very friendly, helpful or welcoming. Service is very slow even on slow nights. No one seems to care either. Given the exceptional service at other restaurants it is a deterrent for returning. Drinks are reasonably priced and a good selection. For being scratch made they are not able to accommodate allergies well. Most things are marinated or prepped ahead. Besides Sushi or ordering plain noodles there isn't much I could order. My husband did enjoy the Burger and would order it again. I just wish there was more I could eat. For the Sushi its not anything outstanding. The flavor of the Crab Salad isn't our favorite. The Black Pearl Roll unfortunately, is not worth the pricing. $25 for a roll with mostly cucumber. It's also not very consistent in sizing. Once it was so large I could barely fit it in my mouth and the other times very small. If you plan to charge $25 for a Sushi Roll it should contain a good amount of Sushi. I can go across the street and get amazing Tuna Tartare for under $15 with plenty of Tuna.

0.0 mi•Downtown Ann Arbor

Dining area 9pm Friday on home football nights

Sweet Potato Gnocchi ($26) with Grilled Shrimp (+$9)

Black Pearl Ann Arbor - Vegetarian Pistachio Pesto Pasta ($20) - Linguini, pistachio pesto, confit garlic, peas, roasted peppers, spinach, parmesan, parsley

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Vegetarian Pistachio Pesto Pasta ($20) - Linguini, pistachio pesto, confit garlic, peas, roasted peppers, spinach, parmesan, parsley

Peridot

4.2(102 reviews)

The service was fantastic and the food was so delicious. There were 7 of us and we shared assorted…read moreplates. Unfortunately I lost the photos I took so you'll have to go try it on your own. It was beautiful and tasted as good as it looked.

Celebrated my birthday with a girls night out- my friend and I shared the green papaya salad, crab…read moreand pork spring rolls, and coconut milk panna cotta. She had the Viper cocktail and I had the Elixir mocktail which was so refreshing and tasty. The spring rolls were perfectly crispy and I couldn't even tell there was crab- no fishy taste at all. Everything was perfect! Service was very quick too, especially on a Monday night. Loved the relaxed vibe!

0.0 mi•Downtown Ann Arbor

The amazing bar

Rohan duck

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Aperol spritz

Frita Batidos

4.4(2.5k reviews)

Frita Batidos is one of my favorite spots in Ann Arbor. The frita burger with the shoestring fries…read moreon top is so good and honestly unlike anything else around here. The flavors are great and everything always tastes fresh. The batidos are also amazing if you want something sweet with your meal. It can get pretty busy, but the food comes out fast and the atmosphere is fun and lively. Definitely one of those places you have to try if you're in Ann Arbor.

Great place. A little pricey. I ordered the chorizo burger - pro tip i recommend not getting the…read moresalsa topping it gives it a weird. Loaded plantains were ok. The coconut cream batido was great. 3 stars only because they didn't get my burger order right and the price for the burger + loaded plantains + batido was $31.

0.1 mi•Downtown Ann Arbor

Treats with a flare... check out the tequila! Add a little Cuban dark rum :-) love it!

Aromatic Pulled Pork Bowl over Simple Salad

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Cajeta Batido

Hidden King Cafe And Bar

4.9(15 reviews)

Stopped in here for a drink after dinner. Customerals were flowin' on a Saturday night but there…read morewas seating available here and there. Enjoyed a decent phony Negroni. I appreciate their mocktail menu but the other options sounded kinda...weak? Like just some soda and bitters, perhaps. Happy to try another to prove myself wrong. Their small menu looked appetizing. Barstaff was very friendly and kind to allow us to sit and tap on a busy night. For the real ones: this place kind of has Bar at Braun Court vibes inside, but it's *on* the beaten path, I like Bar was. Kind of interesting! I'll be back to experience more.

Great European vibe. Relaxed, calm, intimate ambience. Wonderful craft cocktails. Staff is so…read morewelcoming, interesting and engaged. Like spending time at a close friend's home.