We went on a Tuesday night and people who didn't have reservations were leaving or waiting for a table. We started with drinks, spring rolls, and the banh mi bruschetta which arrived quickly. We then added the green papaya salad and the spare ribs. I love green papaya salad but I think that the carnivores that I was dining with liked the ribs better. The ribs had a great flavor and the meat was fall-off-the-bone tender. Our last course was the crab fried rice which was excellent. Our dessert was an interesting play on mango sticky rice. The sticky rice was fried and sat on a purée of mango with a sauce. Very tasty though my husband wasn't a fan. All of the food ranged from very good to outstanding. Each plate arrived quickly and our server was friendly and helpful. My main criticism is that once the tables filled in it was really loud. Also, the tables are pretty close together and once the table behind us was filled we had a hard time getting out. The ceiling upstairs is beautiful. Check it out read more

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Went there for my husband's bday! Wonderful service and the wait staff were very very sweet. He was keen on asking us for feedback on the food which to be honest... were very few. Will be back! Order the crab fried rice and the octopus! read more

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WOW. I am usually not one to give a full 5 stars, but this restaurant is wonderful. Over the course of two visits this week (we couldn't stay away for long), we tried most of the menu! VEGETABLES - Cauliflower: Beautiful, the sauce was so balanced and made cauliflower enjoyable. Loved the ginger and was cooked perfectly. Carrot salad: Amazing. Creamy and memorable. Guava salad: Fresh, delicious. Light. Cucumber Salad: AMAZING. My favorite. Had a great bite of spice but was so balanced overall with the crunch and tang of the soy sauce. LARGE PLATES - Crab Fried Rice: AMAZING. Every bite had a crispy, full flavor. The crab wasn't overpowering, and again, perfectly balanced. Curried Prawns: My favorite curry dish I've ever had. The prawns tasted amazing and the curry was bright and flavorful. The vegetables inside were perfect as well. SMALL PLATES - Tofu: Delicious. Small portion though. Chicken Wings: I am a serious wing enjoyer. These are probably the BEST WINGS I've ever had in my life. It was the perfect amount of sauce, while still being crispy. The sauce is a perfect balance of sweet, sticky, and spicy. I ordered these 3 times. To die for!!! The service has been prompt and friendly every time we have been. The ambiance is so pleasant and a great experience; with dimmed lighting and great music. The drinks are amazing as well. For a group of four, this was very well priced for us at about $30 a person for 3 small plates and 1 large to share, and a bottle of wine (on Wednesdays as they have 1/2 off bottles). Can't wait to come back!! read more

Peridot - Clockwise from 1:00 pm: Tofu Cauliflower Guava Salad Wing Curried Prawns (white rice included in the middle) - Vietnamese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Peridot makes a mockery out of Vietnamese cuisine. It's not authentically Vietnamese, nor is it adequately fusion (because to be "fusion", it must stay true to Vietnamese cuisine in some way). Essentially, it is confused. Ambiance: Dark lighting and lively; it has bar and table seating. Service: Our server was amazing! This was the highlight of my dining experience. Super chill and checked on my table frequently. The hostess, on the other hand, was rude. We were not greeted when we came in and while they were looking for a table for us, they did not make any sort of eye contact with us. Food: I came in expecting Vietnamese-fusion and was left disappointed. The price you're paying for the quality of food is absurd. Do not, would not, recommend. Green Papaya Salad ($12) // (2/5) The usual highlight of green papaya salad for me is tasting the freshness of the green papaya. However, the astringent sauce they put in this masks the fresh flavor. Why? There's no need. Braised Short Rib Pho ($38) // (1/5) I was shocked when this came out DECONSTRUCTED. Never in my life have I had deconstructed pho. The menu claims that it's an 8 hour broth, but I don't think so....because why does it taste so bland? It tastes like basic vegetable broth, not pho broth. Also, since the noodles were left out in the open, they clumped together and became mushy....Here's the kicker: when I asked for chopsticks to eat the pho, I was told they do not have any. What kind of 'Asian' restaurant does not carry chopsticks? Caramelized Prawns ($24) // (3/5) Decent, but it does not stay true to the cooking method of caramelizing meat. Therefore, it's deceptive to call this "caramelized". Once again, it was topped with an overwhelming astringent sauce. The highlight of this dish would be how well the prawns are cooked and the sticky rice. Ha Long Bay ($16) // (3/5) Tastes decent and fresh, but nothing too amazing. read more

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Run was an amazing bartender. Excellent food, excellent vibes, great service, great conversation. Hidden gem in a2

Beautiful evening to sit curbside. Highly recommend the ketchup fried rice, sticky rice croquettes, and the cucumbers in a chili-flake sauce. Service was prompt and efficient. read more

Great food! Must try the chicken and the fried rice. It's amazing. I also got the prawn curry - it was really good. The coconut cream really brings out the flavours! The ambiance is classy. read more

Peridot - Vietnamese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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This not so normal take on Vietnamese inspired food is a super yummy experience. All of the food was interesting and had a unique point of view. Cocktails were fantastic and the service was very good, but were very busy. Decor is great and adds an elevation to the college town vibe here. Will definitely be back. My favorites were the crab fried rice, the kampachi and the sticky rice read more

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This is my go-to restaurant for nights out. Amazing atmosphere, excellent drinks, and interesting, delicious menu. I wouldn't change anything about this place. Make sure to order the ketchup fried rice - I don't even like ketchup but tried it anyway at a friend's suggestion and now I order it every time I can. read more

I've been to Peridot 6-7 times and have always enjoyed it, but it seems like they've gone downhill lately. I brought several friends who had never been before, and the experience was very disappointing. They've changed their menu and eliminated several great items the group was looking forward to, which was unfortunate. What made things worse was that they were out of several of their already limited main dishes and even some of the shareable items. Even the waitstaff seemed embarrassed by how limited the menu had become they kept apologizing and mentioned that this has been happening often. I also spoke with a few other people who originally introduced me to Peridot, and they said this has become a common issue lately. By the end of the night, the group only had four or five menu options to choose from, and even some of those ran out. Sadly, this will probably be the last time I go. There are several other great options nearby, and it's disappointing to see one of my favorite restaurants decline so quickly. read more

What a great night at Peridot!! Stopped in before a concert in Ann Arbor Started with 4 apps all fantastic (procuitto, papaya salad, seared cabbage, wings) all awesome. Two entrees Prawns and crab fried rice Everything was fantastic and well thought out Nick the server was really great and gave great suggestions Please check this place out read more

Peridot - Kampachi and Prociutto - Vietnamese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

This is my top place in Ann Arbor. Good food, good drinks and amazing service! Sit at bar by yourself or a table with a group. It's all good at Peridot! read more

Peridot - It's a Grim Falcon! Not on menu yet but will be soon! Rum and Scotch are my favorite things - Vietnamese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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When I walked in the ambiance was the first thing that captured me! The hostess and our waiter were so incredibly nice and welcoming too. I'm Vietnamese and there aren't any elevated Vietnamese restaurants that I know in Michigan (other than Flowers of Vietnam in Detroit). But was happy to learn that this was chef Duc Tang's (of Pacific Rim) new restaurant. The branzino was my favorite followed by the short ribs. I loved how traditionally Vietnamese each dish was (flavors of turmeric, nước mắm, pickled daikon) but just with a little spin and so delicious! Very happy and definitely my favorite restaurant in Downtown Ann Arbor. Can see myself spending a lot of money here in the future! read more

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Service, vibe and food - all amazing. Fun cocktail menu. My friends from LA who are picky picky picky loved it here. Also picture worthy dishes :) read more

The ambience was nice and definitely was a cute place inside! It is on the pricey side especially if you end up getting small plates and a large plate like I did. I didnt get a cocktail but it seemed like everyone else was! Their cocktail/wine menu was pretty big. The summer rolls were alright, nothing fancy. Out of the small plates the bruschetta is what I recommend the most. The vegetable curry was pretty good, slightly spicy but I thought the portion size was good. read more

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A fun Asian fusion restaurant! I came right around when it opened and the restaurant was already quite filled--a testament to its popularity! The environment felt quite intimate with two levels of seating. Additionally, the waiter was quite friendly and attentive. Starting off with some drinks, I got the Nod and the Lover Boy. Both were made excellently, with a good balance of flavor and alcohol. The fried tofu was exactly as described--crispy on the outside and silky on the inside. The sauce it was paired with was also quite delicious. The curried prawns paired extremely well with the tom yum curry, but I especially enjoyed the crispy cabbage on the side. The crab fried rice was also quite delicious with little crispy bits , though I felt the flavor was a little too heavy. Overall, a great experience! read more

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We ordered few things off of the menu, which were all phenomenal. From small plates we got summer roll, bahn mi bruschetta, hiramasa crudo, beef carpaccio. From large plates we got pork belly and Rohan duck. All the food was phenomenal but our favourites were hirmasa crudo and the Rohan duck. The hiramasa crudo had such strong unique flavours and textures that came together to create a very nice refreshing taste. Its layers of pear, pickled daikon and subtle herb flavors were a nice way to satiate us for even yummier food to come! The Rohan duck was filled with juice and crispy outer skin. The portions were pretty generous and surprised us. Quality and quantity together! The pickled veggies and the glutinous wrap that comes with it paired so well with salty crispy yet juicy duck. The ambience is very nice, we didn't understand why the brightness of the lights kept on switching from dim to extremely bright. The cocktail bar and friendly staff, it was a very great experience. What a great addition to Ann arbor! Will definitely be back regularly! read more

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Loved it! Food and drinks were amazing. Great service. Mike was an attentive and friendly bartender. And he makes delicious drinks

Every dish and cocktail we tried was delicious. Great recommendations from the expert bartender. Three small plates and a dessert were perfect for two people to share. Peridot may be my new favorite special-occasion restaurant in Ann Arbor. So glad we gave it a try! read more

Peridot is a Vietnamese-inspired restaurant right next to Pacific Rim downtown. I've been to Peridot several times since it's opened, and I've loved every visit! They're always pretty busy and reservations go quick, but my friend and I were able to get a seat at the bar at 6pm on a Thursday night without a reservation. There's seating on the first floor as well as the upstairs area. It's quite dark inside, but it's very well-decorated. The art pieces on the ceiling upstairs were very pretty! I really liked the overall atmosphere. However, they often have loud music playing and the tables are very close together, so it can be a little difficult to hold conversations. The servers are all great and super attentive! They typically recommended that we order a few small plates and one large plate to share. The service was usually pretty quick; the only time I had to wait for food was when I went during Restaurant Week. And our plates were cleared as soon as we finished! Green Papaya Salad ($12) - Similar to Thai papaya salad, but with more pronounced Vietnamese flavors. The menu says there's a spicy lime dressing, and I tasted the citrus but no heat. This is a brighter, lighter dish that complements the meaty dishes well. Banh Mi Bruschetta ($14) - I wish this had an even number of bruschetta since it's difficult to split 3 pieces. The flavor is authentic though, and it's one of my favorite small plates! Roasted Cauliflower ($13) - This is my least favorite dish of the small plates I've tried. It's not bad, but the portion is small for the price, and the dish is not super memorable. The flavors are more subdued compared to the other menu options. Grilled Oysters ($21) - Another favorite on the small plates menu! This dish had great nước chấm flavor. Highly recommend! Seared Scallops ($16) - The scallops are my favorite on the small plates menu! They were perfectly seared, buttery, and tender. I only wish there were more than two for the price. Fried Chicken Wings ($14) - I was very excited to try these, but the lack of fish sauce flavor was disappointing. They were still good (sticky, slightly sweet), but a different flavor than I was expecting. Pork Spareribs ($17) - The spareribs were amazing! They were incredibly tender and savory. The pickled veggies were delicious and complemented the meat well. Steamed Clams and Mussels ($23) - The flavors were good, but it's not super filling. The dish comes with a few slices of baguette to soak up the light and briney broth. Crab Fried Rice ($21) - Super flavorful and filling with lots of crab! I highly recommend this if you're unsure what to order. Not a lot of heat here either, but still very good. Vegetable Curry Stew ($24) - This is a great vegetarian dish! The stew is delicious and tastes very authentic to traditional Vietnamese curries. It's a warm, fragrant, mild curry that leans sweet-- similar to Vietnamese cà ri gà (chicken curry). Pork Belly ($34) - The portion looked small on their very large plate, but there are so many pieces of pork belly. It's tender with lots of umami flavor from the black garlic puree. The soy-tamarind gel adds some sweetness and the herbs brighten up the dish. Lime-Ginger Flan - The flan was quite dense, but I still really enjoyed it. I tasted the citrus and ginger, and the star anise crunchy topping added a nice textural contrast. On the cocktail menu, I've had: The Nod, Fall High Ball, and Ha Long Bay. All of their cocktails are so interesting, and we had a lot of recommendations. My favorite so far is The Nod (refreshing and light)! Some dishes are smaller than anticipated and a few are overpriced for what they are, so be prepared for a hefty bill. Regardless, Peridot has quickly become one of my most favorite spots in Ann Arbor, and I'm excited to try out the rest of the menu! read more

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I liked it a lot, it is definitely a place for something special. It can get full at a certain hour, scheduling might be best. Ordered a few items to share with friends, although it is Asian infused, I wouldn't call it Asian. Deserts are pretty and delicious though. read more

Stopped here, because it was advertised as serving Vietnamese food, but it was more of a "fusion" restaurant, although it didn't even seem like Asian Fusion. The food was also pricey, although the flavors were decent (not great). The waitress was present, but she didn't really come around again to check on us. The place was clean and modern. Seemed like a place where people came to meet after work. Would probably skip this place the next time, in favor of a more authentic Vietnamese place. read more

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Very disappointing experience for a birthday dinner. Every dish tasted like miso. Service and drinks were fine. Sadly, Peridot is the most overhyped restaurant in A2, Period read more

This place is awesome! My husband and I along with our dog Chloe wanted to sit on a patio. It did not disappoint! Everyone was so welcoming especially to our dog. The food and cocktails were fabulous! I loved the high acid with heat Vietnamese flair that these dishes had. The chicken wings were good, but not as good as the crudo or pork belly. The crab fried rice was delicious and crunchy, but lacked crab. We loved the menu, service, vibe, and cocktails. We will definitely be back! read more

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Had a late Friday dinner reservation for 2. Took about 20 minutes to be approached by wait staff and another 10 to even get a drink order in. The whole meal felt rushed because our waiter told us that the menu would be switching to their late night menu and most of the dinner menu would be unavailable. We ordered 4 small plates and a large plate with 2 cocktails. Unfortunately most of our small plates came out before our cocktails. The pork belly was solid, as was the cauliflower. Really loved the crudo with prosciutto, might be one of the best things I've eaten this year. Our large plate was the crab fried rice which came about 8 minutes after our small plates. It was fine! In all, the rushed nature of the meal made it hard for me to enjoy. Cocktails were decent but very expensive. read more

The staff was friendly and attentive, but the food was mediocre. The crab fried rice is extremely one-note and bland... It mostly taste like shredded crab dumped in plain rice. The fried chicken wings were good on the first bites, but the sauce became very sickly sweet if you ate more than one wing. Contrary to another review on here though, I found it a nice surprise that there wasn't a heavy fish sauce taste on them. The clams & muscles were made in a nice broth, but also pretty one note. The bread was a little charred, which I actually like, but some wouldn't. It seems relatively hard to order for two people here, as you really need about 2 large plates and 1 small plate to make a meal. But with only three dishes, it ends up being pretty bland over all. The music was extremely loud and made it hard to talk, but the interior decor is undeniably charming. I wouldn't go here again, but I can see why someone who isn't me might like it. read more

Really excited about this new spot! My group of 3 feel lucky to have gotten a walk-in dinner spot at around 5:30/45pm on a Friday night, as it got busier and busier over the course of our meal. Dinner was off to a good start right off the bat with the ambiance. Beautiful interior and good vibes. Loved their "the nod" cocktail - refreshing, a little spicy, balanced. My friends and I shared 2 large plates and 3 small plates and were nice and full. Their crab fried rice, green papaya salad, and ribeye beef carpaccio were standouts to me, but everything was great with unique flavors. Finally, they comped a sticky rice dessert for my friend's birthday! Definitely enjoyed my first visit and will be back again soon. read more

Really cool new spot for small plates and drinks! The space is pretty cozy. I came here on a Saturday night and waited 20 minutes for a table for two. The drinks were tasty and creative! The food was good--think elevated Asian fusion? Our favorites were the scallops and the carpaccio. Overall great experience and would come back! read more

It was my second time at Peridot last night and I absolutely loved the vibe and delicious foods. Peridot opened a couple months ago in the former Grange space. The ambience is upscale but comfortable. Service staff is great and knowledgeable and the food is to die for. We ordered the papaya salad, mushrooms, cauliflower, wings, clams and mussels and a couple of desserts. Everything was impeccable, but the mushrooms are my absolute favorite. Such a tasty dish! Peridot is hands down my new favorite restaurant in Ann Arbor! read more

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The service and drink menu are fantastic. Great atmosphere and friendly staff. I gotta go with 3 stars because I had one app. I had the crispy baby octopus. It was way overcooked and the jalapeños overpowered the dish. I would consider more along the lines of a insalate de Polpo instead of the fried version. Way too easy to overdue. read more

The service was great! Ellie the hostess was super sweet and got us seated quickly! The food was amazing and the atmosphere was relaxing and welcoming! I would highly recommend to everyone! read more

Terrible, the food wasn't it and the service wasn't it, overhyped honestly I wouldn't come again.

Fabulous!! It was so good I didn't get a pic of the eggplant or the wings. We ate them too fast! I would wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant! Everything we ate was amazing. The charred eggplant was a standout for me. It was the best eggplant I've ever had! It had an eggplant purée at the bottom, with delicious texture from the fried shallots, and the money maker was the chili-lime salt on top!! Oh myyyy!! Absolutely delish. The Bronzino lettuce wraps were to die for. Fish was cooked perfectly and the fresh cilantro and rice noodles with the ginger lime dipping sauce....wow! I'd reorder every item we had. The wings too!!! Sticky yummy caramelized fish sauce, are you kidding me! The cocktails are beautiful and tasty as well. What's not to love? We'll be back! read more

Peridot - Bronzino lettuce wraps! - Vietnamese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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I saw some pretty good reviews of this place, so wanted to give it a try. Having tried a lot of Asian and Asian-inspired food in the past, I'm ok if it's not very authentic, but the food here was just plain bad. Nearly inedible, some of the flavors made me and my boyfriend nauseous. The Elixir Mocktail - I actually enjoyed this quite a bit, but it was definitely very sour. Gave similar vibes to a cucumber mint lemonade, but a little more towards a sour patch kid in terms of sourness level. Pickled cucumbers - Genuinely unappetizing. Had one cucumber and couldn't have any more. It was just a really strange flavor combination. I wish I could be more descriptive but there so much wrong with it I can't offer more here. Green papaya salad - Couldn't see or taste any papayas? It was like the pickled veggies from a banh mi, but that's this entire dish. Plus some weird beef jerky bits added in. Overall very sour with not much to cut back on that flavor. Weird textural combination too, with crunch from the veggies plus super chewy beef jerky bits. Overall this dish was just overwhelmed by the pickled veggies. Crispy tofu - Not bad. Mostly reminded me of agedashi tofu, but the additional radish on top was an interesting way to work sour flavors into yet another dish. Though it could definitely be more crispy, the skin was pretty dry. Caramelized pork belly - The vegetable was bitter and sour. The egg was undercooked the yolk was pretty liquid y I think it was supposed to be jammier. It tasted like it had been left out for hours, didn't taste fresh. Pork was pretty good but felt very heavy after eating a few bites. Service - Really bad service, felt ignored by our server for most of our meal. The food took a really long time to come out, and it took a while for our bill to come. Overall a lot of sour flavors and some interesting decisions. read more

We finally got to enjoy Peridot tonight and it did not disapoint. Service, Cocktails, Ambiance, Food...everything was Amazing. Qunitessential Ann Arbor! read more

Peridot - Vietnamese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

The food is good but for the price the portions are tiny. We ordered three small dishes and two drinks and it was over $100.

our favorite place to eat for dinner perf for sharing yummy!!!!!!! couldn't recommend more they're always so nice too

First dining experience and we will be back...Gabi provided exceptional service and personal recommendations. Great job by the chef...food was delicious. We had a great experience. read more

Came here because we were intrigued by the supposed Viet influence (?). The influence was evident in minimal dishes (banh mi and pho); otherwise, I couldn't really tell, it honestly felt more like an overall Asian fusion cuisine. In addition to the dishes featured in the picture, we also got the sizzling crepe. The food was pretty okay. Although I did especially like the pork belly and crab fried rice. Most of the dishes had unique flavors with slight fruity or citrusy undertones, which was a nice touch. The interior was super clean, and I thought it was fitting for the foods that they served. It was just the two of us but we got one larger dish and three smaller dishes, and this was definitely enough to feed the both of us. We were greeted warmly and the waitress was super friendly. Not too sure I'd come back, but it's not a bad place whatsoever. read more

Peridot - Pork belly (front left), confit duck salad (front right), and crab fried rice (back) - Vietnamese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

The bok choy and carrot salad are phenomenal, chef has an immaculate duck set. The staff are so friendly my whole family loved it. Gorgeous dining space and not too loud. read more