We love Spencer. It's one of our favorite restaurants in Ann Arbor + we hope it never leaves!…read more The quality of the food is amazing- the service is excellent, and the wine is always delicious.

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!

First, to make getting here simple, this is the bar and lounge at the Sheraton…read more Here I was, staying at the Residence Inn and thinking, "Gosh, I really don't fell like cooking after this looongg day!" I decided to check out the bar/lounge at the nearby Sheraton and have to say, no wonder Marriott decided to buy these guys! They have great beers on tap and great food. I had the sliders and the Santorini salad, which has fried artichokes on it. The sliders were great. Straight up beef patties on a brioche-like bun. No filler, slightly thin, but still tastes great and beefy. Just what I wanted. The Santorini salad is about twice as big as I thought it would be for $9. I really liked the greens which included butter, red, iceberg and romaine lettuces. It also had goat cheese, olives and fried artichoke hearts. Yum, but I couldn't finish it. Since I'm at the Res Inn I just took the rest with me. I also had the Blond ales on tap. Their big deal is supposed to be the wine selection, but the beer selection is very good. Perfect for slider night! Full, refreshed and ready for he long plane rides home tomorrow.

This is a great place with American staples for when you want to relax at the end of a long day of…read moretravel...or just the end of a long day. The food and service here are really good, and the atmosphere is quiet and relaxing. Located in the lobby of the Sheraton, you almost miss it because it is so quiet. The ambiance is a little dark but not really dark - so perfect for relaxing. There is an unobtrusive TV above the bar for sports enthusiasts, but it is quiet to allow for conversation. The food ranges from quite good to really, really good. The bruschetta is distinct and fantastic. The mixture is served separately from the crustini, ensuring that the bread doesn't get soggy. And it has little pieces of fresh mozzarella in it to add even more freshness! Their fried mozzarella is also quite good, clearly freshly made. A friend had their salad and got blackened salad on it and really enjoyed it. They are happy to customize orders, whether that be food or drink. And they are happy to make drinks extra strong, so that's never a bad thing!

Went to Grizzly Peak (which was pretty good!) but decided to go to the Cellar after. Gorgeous…read moredecorations but the bar tenders were just unresponsive. We got there at 10 (hour before close) and only 4 other customers on a Saturday. I had to go up to the bar and sat there for a few min before I asked the other customers where the bartender was. Bartender was sitting down just chatting. He came over and took my order but almost seemed annoyed. Then we were drinking our wine and they started putting chairs up at 10:30 which seemed unnecessarily early. Then at 10:45 they literally turned the lights off on us to the point where it went from dim to hard to see. When we left and went upstairs, several people were still at the bar at grizzly peak. Shocking considering the venue and the good service we get at the restaurant above

From the owner: Your neighborhood wine bar that provides a cozy, casual, and inclusive atmosphere where friends can…read moregather for great wine and food. We provide you with the best new options on the market, without breaking the bank. We hope you find something new to enjoy every time you join us.

A quiet table for 5 diners last Sunday evening. My nephew, his wife and our dear fried Cheri, who…read morehas an exceptional nose for fine wines. Our server was Joe, attempted to inject humor with every suggestion on the menu & house specials for the evening. Launched a fully loaded LEAD BALLOON with every utterance. Irritating to say the least. Now the food was outstanding - entrees varied from gnocchi to sea bass to dinner salads to a poached salmon dish that was a total flop. Comedian Joe asked my bride if she wanted it blacked or grilled & she passed on both. Her bad! Pure main dish boredom prevailed! My Sea bass with braised spring asparagus was to die for. Someone went with a pasta dish which I mentioned I can cook at home - the though feel on defended ears. Now the Baird family member managing the house stopped by to say hello & we exchanged greetings & remember going to HS with his father. Solid Ann Arbor family with years of food & beverage experience in their portfolio. We dined at Paesano's many time and will certainly return, but Joe is strictly a has-been in MHO

Wonderful Lunch and great service! Friendly staff and…read moreknowledgeable about the menu !

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!

Preston was phenomenal! Customer service was through the roof! The food was delicious! I got the…read moreBandeja Bowl and fell in love! Strongly recommend. The atmosphere was very comfortable and welcoming.

Great service by bar tenders! Food came fast and they were very attentive. Love the atmosphereread more

A great night out! A cozy dining atmosphere with a lot of wine related decorations. Our booth was…read moreprivate and secluded. Our water was attentive and professional. The initial bread offering was delicious. Our starters of the risotto croquettes and mussels were perfect (lots of sauce with the mussels, could definitely use the bread for). Split the French onion soup which was excellent. The roasted acorn squash had delicious vegetables and cous cous accompany it. The puff pastry salmon was delicious as well, the sauce was fantastic. Unfortunately did not have any dessert (next time!)

The ambience and service were great, but the food was inconsistent. The garlic appetizer was…read moreexcellent. The scallops in the sea scallop entree were cooked perfectly. The rice with the scallops was terrible. The duck breasts were chewy with lots of gristle, which made them barely edible. The cooks on each breast were different; one was medium rare and the other was medium. The "sauce" for the duck was a mess; it was watery and lacked flavor. The "vegetable" side was just boiled Brussels sprouts and carrots, which also had no flavor and a weird texture. The potato-turnip "purée" wasn't puréed, and also had an unpleasant texture and flavor. For the price, you're better off going to the Chop House, where you actually get food worth the price and fun to eat. Don't waste your money at The Earle. There are better options at a similar price point nearby.

DropTop is one of those small local spots that surprises you with how well developed and…read morethoughtfully run it is. The burgers are easily the standout!! juicy, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The shakes are AMAZING, and the pizza is different and big size, making it great for sharing. The fries are another win: crispy, well‑seasoned, and addictive. The environment is nice and cozy, which adds to the charm, though I do wish they had more tables. That said, they've optimized the experience by offering a separate pickup door, which makes takeout incredibly smooth and efficient... a smart move for a small business. What really elevates DropTop is the staff. They're super friendly, genuinely welcoming, and very knowledgeable about the menu. Their recommendations were spot on, and you can tell they care about the food and the customers. Overall, I'd absolutely come back. The burgers were my favorite, but honestly, everything I tried was solid.

The Detroit style pizza at Droptop is some of the best I've had. Generous toppings, amazing crust…read morethat's not too thick, and a sauce that has just the right amount of spiciness. I had the Super Sport Pizza and it was outstanding. The rest of my family did the BYO pizza options due to gluten and dairy sensitivities and said the crust was the best GF crust they've had, and were stoked to be able to have it Detroit style! We also tried the Motor Oil Wings and they were excellent! Nicely sized wings and a good portion. The sauce was rich and umami just as described on the menu. I loved the dedicated "To Go" area in the alley behind the restaurant, close to the parking lot; not having to go inside the main area to fight through the people (it was crowded the night we ordered), was a big bonus. The staff working the to-go counter was friendly, fast, and helpful. We ordered online and everything was ready exactly at the promised time. We will 100% 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.