in our nearly 5 years of living here, we've seen this space evolve quite a bit: dessous, of rice…read moreand men, oram, and now this space dedicated to local pop ups and residencies. i changed our wedding anniversary dinner immediately to this spot when i saw the rooster & the rabbit come thru. bao boys hosted their phenom chef in laws and treated to ann arbor with something incredibly special. the meal: - the shank herb cured pork shank, palm sugar glaze, namjim coleslaw, za'atar flatbread - the toasty veg char roasted broccolini, toasted miso, grana padano, lemon breadcrumbs, almonds - the crispy potatoes crispy potatoes, chili garlic crunch chimichurri the sweet finish -mochi churros rolled in cinnamon sugar, bourbon caramel sauce

7-24-2026 Braved the crowded downtown (Morgan Wallen…read moreconcert) to try this AA jewel. The interior has a modern elegance with custom wall canvasses (recognized West Park amphitheater). Our server, Kobe, was excellent and we ate our way enthusiastically thru several courses the stand outs being the brisket and baked Alaska. Great way to celebrate our friend completing her internship at a Detroit law firm.

Really enjoyed our tasting menu here! This place has been open for a while - overtook the old…read moreMongolian BBQ space in downtown Ann Arbor and I've heard mixed reviews. Mostly that it's a bit overpriced for the portions. They do have vegetarian options but not a lot. It's one of those cases where you can pay $20 for a plate of vegetables and expect that to be a full mean but if you eat meat or fish you're getting something a bit more substantial. I was hesitant to come for just dinner and order à la carte for that very reason. So instead: we came for the vegetarian tasting menu. They offer a vegetarian, vegan or pescatarian (as well as regular Meat) tasting menu on Wednesdays and Thursdays only and it's 5 or 7 courses. We did 5 which was plenty. It was a very vegetable-forward meal but it was a good way to try their menu. I do wish they had more vegetarian protein offerings but again, the flavors were fantastic. Our server was knowledgeable and attentive and was able to explain each dish with detail. I'll def come back but I hope they offer some protein options like beans or tofu or something for their herbivore friends!

Poor waitress had two tables and was very very overwhelmed. No refills on drinks forgot the side…read moreorders. Who has ever seen potato skins like this ? FYI it's with green onions/chives. I'll be back to drink and play pull tabs but no food from here on out.

Went out with bachlorette party on a Saturday night. Sat down at a table was served by a sweet…read moregirl. Random guy came up to us told us it was $5 for wristbands to stay. Nobody else had wristbands. Tried to put these wristbands on us and none of us even paid or said we would pay the $5 still. A regular at the bar said he wanted a picture of all of us girls but himself not allowed in pictures.. other dude that worked there comes up to us and tells us this guy is a regular and he will get angry if we don't do what he asks. Seemed sketchy so we left. Definitely do not recommend this place to young women.

What a great find in the small, but very cool town of Chelsea, Michigan. It has an appearance and…read morevibe of a restaurant you would find a much larger city. We dined during Lobster Fest and there were several main dishes and appetizers featuring the crustacean king. I had lobster jambalaya, which was delicious. Our waiter, Walter, was knowledgable and funny. We met the manager, Sherry (not sure of the spelling) and she shared some of her restaurant experience. She's top notch. We enjoy scanning the decor of restaurants while we wait for our meals and the Common Grill's style will catch your eye. Great and unusual stuff. The place was packed with people ready to go to opening night at the Purple Rose Theatre, but that kitchen and service was fast. We will return.

1. Rosemary fries are out of this world…read more 2. We also ordered and split the Santa Fe salad which was great with blackened chicken. 3. Finally, we had the Garden Martini and the Spritz of the season. Both were very good. 4. Service was also very good. 5. We would love to come back.

My friend had high praise for Spencer, so I was excited to try it out when I was in Ann Arbor. My…read morefriends and I arrived 10 min before they opened for brunch and there was no wait, though the restaurant filled up quickly behind us. The space is rustic and simple, with fresh cut flowers on the tables. A majority of the walls were occupied by floor to ceiling racks of wine, as that is their award-winning product. Their brunch menu changes weekly and is extremely tight and cohesive. My party ordered the entire food menu sans olives (2/3rds of us don't like them), and two plates of the potato pelmeni. My thoughts below: Amaro Apertivo: mocktail based on the namesake dessert wine. This tasted like candy but not too sweet, and we enjoyed it a lot. Lovage soda: Google told me that lovage is an herb that tastes like citrus and celery. I am a huge fan of drinks with a twist, and I'd say that celery is a pretty big one! Crisp and not too sweet, the citrus flavor definitely balanced the Celery, and both flavors kept the soda fresh and crisp. This was great paired with the rest of the herbaceous menu and balanced out the richness of some later dishes, though it's not necessarily something I would enjoy by itself without appropriate accompaniment. Pickled egg, fried shallot, dill: I had only heard of pickled eggs in the context of strange British food on YouTube, so I was a little hesitant about this dish. The concept of an egg floating in vinegar brine is a bit off-putting, but once I powered through that mental roadblock, I found myself enjoying this bite. The egg is perfectly cooked with a slightly jammy yolk, and the shallots added a much needed crunch. Dill enhanced the pickled taste while cutting through the richness of the fried shallots and yolk. Sourdough focaccia, whipped butter: Never in my life have I ever made focaccia this tall. This focaccia was raised by a loving family and nurtured to develop a golden, non-greasy, crisp crust protecting its tender, pillowy innards. The classic sourdough tang is a novel addition to each bite, and cuts through the creamy, whipped butter to keep me wanting more. I could eat a whole pan of this alone, but we had many more plates to sample. Saucisson sec salami, pickled carrot: This is a simple, charming, carb-free mini charcuterie; place a slice of salami, some of the mozzarella (next dish on this list, below), and its oil atop a pickled carrot base, and you are in for a perfectly balanced treat. My favorite part of this dish is the fact that the salami was incredibly savory, and not too salty. The more you chew it, the more the flavors express themselves, so be sure to chew slowly and thoroughly! The crunch of the crisp, dill-pickled carrot and the soft chewiness of the mozzarella give each bite a lot of good contrast. Mozzarella, green garlic oil: Fresh, hand-stretched mozzarella is something that even I, a notorious cheese-hater, can't say no to. It is not sharp or funky at all, nor is it too salty. Most of the flavor comes from the green garlic and olive oil smothering each bite. Fresh and floral with a little bite, this was delicious with the salami and carrot above. Potato pelmeni, asparagus green adjika, sour cream: Given the portion size of the previous dishes (small, tapas vibes), we were not expecting the platter full of double carb heaven that met our eyes. And we ordered two!!! This is a gorgeous dish with plump, quarter-sized pelmeni nestled in a vibrant green asparagus and herb sauce with a dollop of sour cream on top. This was a classic comfort dish with a verdant twist! The pelmeni were stuffed full of creamy potato, and the dough was cooked perfectly al dente for a satisfying, pillowy bite. The sauce was homey but packed with zippy flavor and tender asparagus. The major feedback I have for this dish is that it was way too salty, to the point where the flavor was a tad too sharp because of it. Lettuces, radish, pumpkin seed, caraway vinaigrette: It was through this dish that I found out what caraway tastes like and through this dish that I figured out that I'm not a caraway fan. The lettuces were bitter and when combined with the slightly medicinal caraway taste, wasn't for me. The crunch of the radish and the nutty pumpkin seeds were great in this dish though! Fennel cornmeal biscotti, rhubarb compote, cream: This was a single biscotti with generous dollops of compote and cream. We were quite full when this dish was set in front of us, so I was frankly relieved for the small portion size. The fennel in the biscotti paired wonderfully with the tart rhubarb, and the rich cream rounded things out nicely without tipping into cloying territory. The savory cornmeal complimented the fennel and provided additional depth of flavor. A great small bite to end on! Overall, Spencer's strong fundamentals allow them to take risks with in-season local produce. Some things worked for me and some didn't, but I would love to come back to see what they can create next!

A simply lovely experience! I like that the menu rotates for the freshest, locally sourced…read moredishes--and that the August one featured so many delicious vegetarian options. Ambiance and service were also top notch. Hope to have an occasion to return soon!

I've dined at bellflower multiple times and I've only had great experiences at the restaurant. For…read morethis instance, I came to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday. We were escorted to our table by our lovely host, and when we arrived at our table in the back of the restaurant, there was a cute "happy birthday" table card waiting for us. This was incredibly thoughtful and a nice touch for our celebration dinner. Also, I love how this restaurant is decorated - the art work, the furniture, and plants - all come together to create a welcoming, cozy, warm atmosphere for any dining experience. I also love how the menu continuously rotates and highlights fresh produce from local suppliers. We both ordered a different dish and shared, plus we had some leftovers, so the portions are very generous. We also tried some of the oysters with vinaigrette they were fresh and delicious. To conclude our dinner, we were gifted with a DELIGHTFUL banana pudding with a scoop of ice cream and a candle to make a wish (though our wish for a wonderful meal and dining experience was throughly satisfied already ) Thanks again for a great time bellflower!

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!

We enjoyed a lovely evening meal in a low noise setting. The Mushroom Cheeseburger included swiss…read morecheese, nicely sauteed mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, grilled onions, bread and butter pickles and mayo. The burger came with a side of fries, though you can upgrade to onion rings. The fish and chips special was spot on, with perfectly battered and cooked cod. Malt vinegar for the fries is available upon request. There is a bar available with a tv for watching your favorite sporting event and the main dining area also has an inviting fireplace, which is very welcoming and warming in the winter.

We decided to give it another chance a few weeks ago, and the ambiance and energy are not the same…read moreas it was before. The shrimp Santorini was good. It is served with slices of baguette nicely toasted and a tasty tomato sauce was nice. We also tried the jalapeño burger and onion rings, that was a winner. Energy was low, and there were a few people in the dining area by the fireplace, and only 5 people at the bar, and that included us. Hoping things change and we can come back as regulars again. For now it's nice to have it as an option. Prices are a bit high, but then again isn't everything high nowadays? So just beware that you will be paying $19.00 for a burger and there's a charge for Onion Rings. They are tasty though so you get what you pay for.

My boyfriend took me here to celebrate getting a new job I've been really wanting, and it was the…read moreperfect place for it. Even on a Monday night at 8:00pm, they were busy, which I think says a lot. The menu is small but intentional. Their staples are staples for a reason, and the servers are so personable that talking with them almost feels like running into an old friend. We each ordered a drink, the Brussels (always, we don't care what we get for a main), and shared the burger and campanelle. You're probably never going to be blown away by a burger, but you know a good burger from a bad one. This was a GOOD burger. The campanelle though... we could not stop talking about it. Genuinely addicting and easily the standout of the night. So happy this place exists in Detroit. We'll keep coming back.

This 3 star review is based solely on the food, our service was 5 out 5 A+ would come back to try…read moreother things for the service alone My friend brought me to Grey Ghost absolutely raving about the burger there. We arrived on this misty evening around 8pm, into the dim, candlelit space with upbeat music playing. We were asked promptly if we had a reservation-- did not, so we were promptly seated at the counter, across from the bar-- which was actually less crowded than the section on the floor with tables. Onto the food, I had fries that were nicely salted, and covered in a curry spice. They were decent but nothing spectacular. I would also describe my burger this way. The best part of it was the perfectly toasted and buttery bun-- but I find it overconfident to serve a burger without any toppings-- just a sauce that was apparently blended with pickles that I couldn't really taste. The burger was seasoned well enough...plenty of pepper, but it was all one texture, I didn't pick up any searing or anything to make the texture less one note. I asked my server for extra sauce, mustard, and ketchup to make it better. My friend recommended this spot specifically for the burger so I'm willing to say, I just ordered the wrong thing maybe. Onto the desert, the corn tiramisu caught my eye as something unique to try and it was truly an experience. It made me laugh out loud cause it was strange unexpected food experience in both flavor and presentation, I enjoyed it, but wouldn't order it again persay. It came out in a little whipped pile covered in cornflakes with green jalapeño jelly. I appreciated the richness and that it wasn't too sweet-- but overall I'd enjoy it more if it was presented more neatly, and there was a bit more spice on the plate to cut through said richness, although to their the deep sweet and earthy flavored of jalapeños was captured perfectly in the gel.

We did not choose this restaurant, we went as part of a group. We are vegetarian and this place is…read moreabsolutely not vegetarian friendly. We ordered the fried cauliflower as an appetizer and the only flavor was the ranch dressing and the old oil it was fried in. Another vegetarian in the group ordered the mac and cheese bites, only to find out after that they have bacon (not listed). We ended up ordering a grilled cheese and fries from the kid's menu. Our server was very nice and the old building is cool.

We stopped in pretty much right after opening for an early lunch. First the atmosphere is perfect…read morefor a small town bar. We were greeted by our friendly server Barb and the cadence of the meal was perfect. We started with the breaded mushrooms - perfectly fried with a crunchy exterior and the mushrooms fully cooked. Our entrees - the Reuben with onion rings - the bread had a great grill on it. Kept the sandwich from being soggy! The onion rings were again just about perfect. No sliding onion rings after the first bite here! I had the Hanover Backwoods Burger and wow was it tasty. The fries were good (I believe double fried with a good crunch) but the burger was the star of this meal for me. If we're in the area again we'll be back!

Hard to believe no one else has reviewed Sarah's. The former Thuli's still has the great hand-cut…read morefries and one of the largest bar menus in Jackson. When we were there it was nearly full, so people like it. We all enjoyed our meal.

The burgers here are great! But, I tried a smoked turkey and cheese. Said served on a toasted…read morehoagie, it was one slice of lunch meat on dry white toast. Very disappointed.