This place lives up to the hype! Amazing cocktails. Great happy hour specials. Dope music and…read moreimpressive 70's decor. We had: gimlets, the bees knees, daiquiris and avalanches. All were fab. If you love honey, get the bees knees. A quick walk to Thompson & co or plant based coneys after a few drinks. We will definitely return.

Waxbar has been a favorite spot for the past few years, and even though it's changed ownership in…read morethe past couple of years, it's still an excellent spot to grab a drink and wind down for an evening. Waxbar's ambiance used to lean heavily into the record store aesthetic, but now embraces the neighborhood bar/ dive bar style -- the upside is that there's a lot more seating available now! The drinks are still great, and represent a fairly good value overall! I appreciate the low-key nature of Waxbar, it's always a relatively cozy environment, the staff are friendly, and you can tell the regulars love it and will stay regulars for many years (if not decades) to come. I've sampled a lot of their drink menu in the past few years, but in the recent shift of ownership, I haven't tried as many adventurous cocktails. The most recent trip to Waxbar included a Black Manhattan, which was fun and a nice spin on the standard Manhattan. I'll definitely be back!

Been here a few times and am always delighted…read more In this case we were there for Valentine's Day. Service was great and the menu had lots of tempting options. Loved the cheese plate. Tasty cheese selections and a generous amount of bread and crackers. Their cocktails are ON POINT. The Pep in Your Step blended the mezcal flavor wonderfully. The Nightshade Martini was one of the most unique cocktails I've ever had. I enjoyed my pasta, though I had wanted to order a seafood dish and they were out of mussels. Definitely a bit of a bummer. I remember the beans in the smoked duck dish being especially good. My one complaint about this place is the menu seems to feel similar each time I'm there (months to years between visits). Like there's always a similar fish dish and a curry. I guess I just wish there were different options because the menu is relatively small. Excited to return for another visit in the future and would like to try their lunch offering as well!

Fantastic meals and outstanding service! The ambience was very welcoming. We were two couples and…read moreshared the starters - plenty for four people. The salad was fresh and well dressed - simple but good. The second starter was sardine tin. Very very good. Not overly fishy and the garnishes served with it were perfect. For mains which are enough to share, one was the trout! Absolutely well seasoned and crispy. It is served whole and butterflied. We changed the side to the house vegetable. OMG these sautéed garden veggies were the best! The other main was a Japanese curry dish. Here is why the five starting dropped to a four. It was just ok. We would not order again. For dessert we had the bread pudding- another star for the night! To the owner, terrific staff. Everyone we engaged in, were positive and knowledgeable. They are a great team! Looking forward to a second visit!

A breath of fresh air in downtown Ypsilanti! Very modern space with nice seating and cool ambiance…read more The drinks rotate each season so we happen to be there right after the spring menu launched. I appreciated that they make their drinks with local spirits from Ann Arbor distillery. The drinks weren't the strongest but they had great flavor and were very refreshing and good! I got the lollipop one and then I can't remember the other I got. Service was friendly and attentive. Will definitely be back!

I'd like to start by saying that this place was beautiful. As soon as you walk in, the ambience is…read moreunmatched. There are many wonderful cocktail options that look delicious. Our experience started out wonderful! We walked in after our friend's bridal shower to each get a cocktail. We did have a larger group and were told that the bill couldn't be split for parties over 6. Totally fine. No problem at all. The bartender asked what we were celebrating, and we told her about our blushing bride. She was very kind and told us she had a gift for us! To our surprise, she made all 10 of us shots. It was so so kind. She took most of the orders but when she got to me, I told her that I hadn't decided yet and would need a tad more time. She told me no problem. She made everyone's drinks. And brought them to the table. In the midst of her bringing the drinks. One of our friends had bent down to fix her shoe and on her way up, knocked a glass over and it broke. The bartenders mood, demeanor, service quality, and attitude shifted entirely. When the glass broke, she rolled her eyes and let out a big sigh. She made snide comments about "this big group". She darted glares in our direction every chance she got and continued to roll her eyes. My friend profusely apologized and the bartender ignored her, not saying anything but continuing to sigh and roll her eyes. My friend, in an attempt to help, started to help pick up some of the large pieces of the glass. The bartender raised her voice saying "put it down". Mistakes happen. My friend hadn't had a single drink that night and was very apologetic but was treated very poorly by the staff for a simple mishap that happens in food service industries. I'd like to say that the cocktails were yummy but I didn't get to try the one I wanted to order. She never came to take my order. After my friend were finished with their drinks, she did come back once more. To take the menus out from in front of me and my husband to give them to different guests. At first, it seemed wonderful, but it kind of ruined our night to come here. So be careful and don't make any mistakes in the presence of their classy staff.

When this place is open, it's a very cool vibe. Definitely quieter and more intimate than Thompson…read morenext door, but you can get the same food and even better cocktails. The service is great at the bar!

We came at Derby time just to pop in for a post-dinner drink and it was so much fun! They had a…read moresmall event and then finished the evening with live music. The service was solid, our drinks were tasty, the music was good (throwback 2000's, yes please!) and it was a really neat spot. The bar was on one side and restaurant on the other - separated by this really cool swinging door contraption (it was like a Bond movie). I'd definitely visit again if I was in the area - the restaurant side looked great. We had a lot of fun hanging out for drinks and I was really impressed with the liquor selection. As a bourbon lover, this was a pleasant surprise. I was pretty excited over the selection and made sure I tried at least a couple of them while I was there. Cheers!

Today was my first visit here and its such a cute place. I we had quite a large group and they…read moreserved our group promptly and efficiently. I was torn by the salmon sandwich and chicken and waffles, but I went with the sandwich. I think that I would have been pleased with either dish, but I really enjoyed my sandwich and can't recommend it enough.

The service was extremely kind and sincere! Such a fun server! The food was excellent! We will be…read moreback!!

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.

We stumbled upon this gem before heading to Ledger for brunch and absolutely loved it. It's…read morefemale-owned and they craft their own bourbon and whiskey, which makes it even more impressive. It's a great spot for a date night.

The place is very nice and cozy. Rustic and modern. It's more of their own house made bourbon. They…read morehave flights of bourbon and whiskey. Their menu is very limited and only 3 food items like charcuterie, nuts and cheese. The servers are very nice and knowledgeable about their specialty drinks. It great place to just have a few drinks and relax.

Been to C King & Cafe twice now - 1x for brunch and 1x for lunch with friends…read more The decor in here is very vibey and really cool to be in this historic building (built in 1858 and the new owner bought the building and renovated it really tastefully). Must tries: * Pizza! really great neapolitan style dough and great flavors. * 16oz meatball - yes you read that right! it's a giant meatball - with a limited quantity made a day. Skip it: dessert -- of the 4 desserts I've had it at different times, the baked alaska is the way to go! But you'll have to enjoy espresso & be able to have caffeine of course. The rest (flourless chocolate cake, peach pie, Guinness tiramisu) were just ok... I'll be back for their happy hour sometime: Mon-Thu 4-6pm, 20% Off Cocktails as they do have some great cocktails! Service has been great both times here.

There is parking in the street. On entering we were seated quickly. This is the first time I have…read moreeaten here. This is a nice little gem in the area. The ambiance is comfy and cozy. There were limited things on the menu but enough to make good choices. I decided on the charcuterie board and the blackened cod. They were both pretty good. The cod had a good flavor and taste. I saw many people getting the pizza. I will definitely have to try it out in the future. I definitely will be back.

The Habitat is the cozy bar inside of Weber's Restaurant formal dining room that's inside the…read moreWeber's Boutique Hotel. (Whew! That was a mouthful!) The most important thing to know is that everything Webers is awesome, fantastic, top-drawer, and always dependable. What I like about The Habitat is its relaxed atmosphere versus the quieter dining experience of Weber's Restaurant, its stage for live evening performances, its signature drink menu (check out the Aviation), and its sophisticated energy. You can order most (maybe all) the same food that's on the Weber's Restaurant menu. The table service at The Habitat is equally as good as the staff at Weber's Restaurant, so don't feel like you're missing out. The two venues offer uniquely different dining and atmosphere experiences.

Habitat is our weekend go-to date night in the A2 area. It's a bit further for us coming from Ypsi…read morebut worth it to see consistently great live jazz from Rob Crozier and his rotating band members and vocalists. All master musicians that add the perfect tone to a cozy space. Drinks are great and the food is high quality at great prices. Don't change a thing! Oh, and our servers are always very attentive.

This is a cozy dive bar with a laid-back vibe and plenty of regulars. The drinks are cheap and…read moregood, making it a great spot if you're looking for a low-key, budget-friendly night out.

It is a nice, laid back local spot to visit. They are friendly staff and friendly people. There are…read morevarious things on the menu like chicken, flat bread, burgers, salads and appetizers. There is a place to shoot pool and play table hockey. Also try the wings. They are known for the Long islands too.