I love this place. Great colorful vibe but quiet overall inside. People are friendly and helpful when deciding. The food is divine, everything is really made with love and intention. Yes the milkshake is worth it! read more

Would highly recommend going on a day date to the downtown library and stopping by Spiedo for lunch. We loved the dip starter and absolutely want to come back for more of their smaller plates. The rice bowls were good, though I felt like the bowl was 75% rice and could've used more add-ins. I would opt for a sandwich next time. We ended the meal with one of my new FAVE desserts in Ann Arbor, their chocolate tahini shake. Service was efficient and friendly too! We will absolutely be back. read more

Spiedo - 2-Star Review Rice Bowl - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Fast casual vibe but fresh, delicious food nonetheless. Definitely a solid lunch option. We arrived right when they opened and host/server advised that they do Mediterranean fusion, brought us to a table, and advised that we can order individually via a QR code. Our food came out pretty quickly and everything was really good. I had the al pastor wrap, my husband had the al pastor bowl, and we had a few sides/pita to share among 3 people. The farmer's cheese and party potatoes were a standout. They're also mindful of food allergies. Wouldn't hesitate to come back here. read more

Spiedo - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Spiedo is a relatively new "Mediteranean-ish" restaurant that took over Chela's (RIP) within the past couple years. Surprisingly, a group of 5 of us was able to grab a table without much wait this past Sunday lunch. I thought it would have been packed since it's the weekend after the first full week of school. Fortunately not! CHOCOLATE TAHINI SHAKE - 6 The shake was really small, maybe an 8 oz cup, but it was incredibly thick and sweet, so any more than that would have been too much. It was creamy and good otherwise, but not sure if I'll pay that amount for the shake again. JUICY SEAN RICE BOWL - 19 My friend hyped up the Juicy Sean flatbread sandwich, but I was feeling a rice bowl, so I got that instead. It comes with several cubes of griddled walleye and maybe 1/3-1/2 of a ripe avocado, shredded napa cabbage, pickled onions (I didn't want any in mine this time), two different sauces that sat on top of a huge bed of yellow rice. I enjoyed the bowl with the Spiedo sauce! The walleye was lightly seasoned and prepared well. The avocado added a creamy texture to every bite. The napa cabbage was a nice vegetable option. The rice was so flavorful even on its own, but there was just too much rice compared to everything else. Overall, the bowl was very delicious and flavorful, not too heavy and made me feel good about eating it. It's just expensive for what it was, but I still loved it. We enjoyed our lunch at Spiedo, and I wouldn't mind coming back when I visit Ann Arbor again in the future. read more

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Their juicy Sean bowl was my favorite. Came with a surprisingly large portion of fish and the sauces that came with it brought out all the flavors and evened out the slight dryness of the rice. The zhoug knight bowl was also tasty but still kinda dry even after adding the sauces. Their portions are huge. We were able to get another meal with all the leftovers! read more

Spiedo - Zhoug Knight, Juicy Sean, Tirshi - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

I went here with friends today for the first time, it had been on my list for a while. It's a small space but it's larger than it looks - it extends towards the back and that's where the bathrooms are, too. I had the chicken sandwich, and it was very good, but IMO expensive - their flatbread sandwiches are like $15-17 each, with tasty ingredients like half-sour pickles. My friends got the walleye bowl, which was a generous portion, and the rice bowl with tofu, which is gluten-free, and also a large portion. My gluten-free friend also got the chocolate tahini drink, which looked delicious but is small (rather round, but short) - she said it was good and had a frosting-type consistency - and the "party potato" small plate, which she said was just okay. Despite the prices I would definitely come back here, since the food was delicious - the beef sandwich and also bowl looked good, too, plus the falafel burger. read more

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For lunch, I enjoyed the Zhog Knight bowl, perfectly seasoned. Opted for pick-up, ready in just 20 minutes. The combination of rice, onions, and special sauce was truly delightful. read more

Spiedo - Z Zhoug Knight - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

I have seen so many different establishments pop in and out of this space, but Spiedo has got to be my favorite one! Painted in various BOLD colors, Spiedo genuinely looks like what the inside of my brain looks like...I imagine! They have both a front and back seating area, with plenty of seating for you to dine in if you'd like, but it's also a great place to grab and go as well. Spiedo is definitely more of a casual vibe, but they have both Mediterranean-style wraps and bowls for you to enjoy and it's like a completely different level of flavor than I have previously experienced from any other Mediterranean-style restaurant, so Spiedo is 10000000% worth a try! My friend and I shared the roasted beets to start and then I got the Rise of the Johnson sandwich and both were so DIVINE! I am dying to try the rest of the menu! The flavor combination of both the beets and my sandwich were so complex and diverse and I really really loved it! It was a party in my mouth, just like the space of Spiedo was a party for my mind! I had a great time here and will heartily recommend Spiedo to everyone who is looking for a quick, fast casual type of meal in Ann Arbor! read more

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Went to Spiedo for a casual dinner - you order off a QR code and the food was extremely quick. Service is wonderful despite not having a "traditional waitstaff." Standouts were the appetizers/sides - would recommend the eggplant and the potatoes. The chocolate tahini shake was a great complement to the meal. The zhoug knight wrap was tasty when the spicy zhoug sauce was added on the side! Overall a wonderful meal and would return to try other options read more

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Absolutely delicious. I went once and need to get back again. Service was fast and vibe was casual. You order from your phone and they bring the food to your table. read more

SO DELICIOUS!!! We've been trying to go for some time and it lives up to the high ratings x 2!! I went with a friend and had the Zhoug Knight chicken rice bowl- I'm a rice snob and this rice is SO good! Also, all the sauces come in the side so you can adjust the spice and sauce level to whatever you prefer. My friend enjoyed the Tofu Mafia bowl and really loved her Chocolate Tahini drink. YUM! Note the building is a pink color and all the parking is street (pay) parking in the middle of Ann Arbor. It's a small restaurant but we came early enough that finding seats were not an issue. I went back a second time with my hubby just recently. We started off with the Lackluster Soup (chicken, lemon, dill) which my hubby loved! Very flavorful, it was a thicker consistency (I prefer thinner soups) but I still liked it overall. I got the Return of the Smash rice bowl, it had Spicy Pork, kimchi, cabbage and pickled onions- delicious!! My hubby got the Juicy Sean wrap and loved it also! The portion sizes are pretty big, I think most people will be very satisfied. Spiedo is now my favorite restaurant in Ann Arbor and I can't wait to go back and try more items! read more

Spiedo - Lackluster Rice Soup - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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I was amazed to see how this place was so highly rated. I was only in town for a couple days, so we wanted to try something we couldn't get back home. This place definitely is an interesting take on Middle Eastern food! They had some Asian flavors in their dishes (Thai/Vietnamese-Inspired) and I was pleasantly pleased by how good everything tasted. Farmer's Cheese ($8) - Very decadent! It kind of reminded me of the flavor of mozzarella, but with the texture of ricotta/cottage cheese. Definitely meant to be shared. Not sure I would order this again, but I'm glad I got to try it. Tofu Mafia Bowl ($15) - I was so curious to see how the Asian flavors would play out with this tofu bowl. It surprisingly all tasted really good together. The pickled carrots were refreshing. It was a great base to eat with the other sauces that they offer. Juicy Sean Flatbread Sandwich ($18) - We had to try the walleyed fish! And it did not disappoint. The texture was firm but soft, so it held it's shape. It was very surprising and I loved it. The creamy white sauce was also soo good. Highly recommend! Charred Eggplant ($8) - Absolutely loved this. It was like a deconstructed baba ganoush. The tahini sauce was so good and I loved every bit of it. I highly recommend this place if you are visiting and looking for something new to try! read more

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Visiting Ann Arbor we found this gem on Yelp after a a long day of Michigan football. My family was a bit uncertain when we arrived, perusing the menu board with sparse details. The host guided us with the basics as we waited a few mins for a table to become available. Once we had a deeper look at the online menu with images of our food options, we all felt a bit more comfy about making our selections. I was bowled over by the tofu mafia flatbread/wrap. Turned out my 3 dining mates all ordered the Zhoug knight (two flatbreads and one as a bowl). They were equally pleased with their selections. We will definitely return next time we are in town. A great find! read more

Spiedo - Zhoug Knight Rice Bowl - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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This was INCREDIBLE, new favorite! So much flavor! I can't wait to order again! I ordered via DoorDash, so I can't speak to the vibe, but I'm sure it's great! read more

This place made our Sunday evening, such yummy Mediterranean food with think out of box approach aka fusion, friendly service and beautiful interior.. as a Turkish who appreciates a good Mediterranean cuisine, appreciate that the spices were chosen so wisely and all the dishes were definitely fine tuned for a great balance in the palate.. Will definitely come back.. read more

Spiedo - 2-Star Review Fried Feta Party Potato 2.0 Flatbread Side Lackluster Rice Soup Spiedo Sauce. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

My friends and I enjoyed the zhoug knight bowls and a couple delicious sides. The zhoug knight bowls came with a side of tasty sauces and featured a chicken + rice combo, which while yummy, definitely could have used more chicken based on the chicken to rice ratio. We also ordered a couple appetizers which were the real stars of the show. One was the Pkhali walnut carrot based dip, and the other was a farm cheese creamy dip that paired well with the flatbread. Overall, I'd recommend this place for those looking for a casual Mediterranean spot, and definitely try the dips! read more

From the street bright green and pink catches your eye. Housed in a space that used to be a different restaurant decades ago, they've certainly painted the building in a way that you can't walk past without noticing it. The staff is kind and knowledgeable, able to answer questions about both flavor and composition of each dish, and make recommendations based on what we were interested in. While denoted as Mediterranean their dishes are a modern twist across cultural flavors and techniques. Between my friend and I we split: Charred cabbage $8: tahini ranch, pomegranate molasses, herbs, pistachio dukkah. What an unexpected combination of flavors! The crispness and slight char on the cabbage leaves mingled with the tangy molasses and crunch of pistachio made for a perfect bite. Cauliflower $8: muhammara, oil cured olive, orange, almond. Toasted cauliflower over a dip of roasted red pepper, walnut and pomegranate molasses--zingy slightly spicy, topped with almond slivers and a sprinkle of parsley. Yum! RIP Smash $15: spit roasted spicy pork, calabrian kimchi, turkish oregano. This is a wrap sandwich composed of house-made flatbread, strips of pork, pork belly, fermented pickled cabbage, lettuce, red onion. A flavor explosion in my mouth. The flatbread was soft and warm but thick enough to hold the sandwich together. Served with a side of spiedo sauce made of tahini and yogurt. There is a vegan spiedo sauce made of cashew nuts as well. What a wonderful meal--I think from the outside it's quite easy to think this a fast casual spot and certainly the decor is quite simple, but the focus is squarely on the food and they really showcase an excellent creativity and hospitality. And for that I give them a big smile and thanks for sharing an amazing experience with us! read more

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Stopped in at lunch for appetizers - loved the beetroot small plate and the large portion of Farmer's cheese. Enjoyed a couple of cocktails including a delightfully smoky mescal. Service was really welcoming and efficient. Will go back to try the sandwiches next. read more

Two Haiku Review: Casual restaurant With delicious food from a Wide variety Of cuisines, friendly Staff too. Good place to go for A date or meet up. read more

This has got to be one of my favorite restaurants in Ann Arbor hands down! The sandwich/wrap was so delicious and the chicken was seasoned perfectly. What really stole the show for us was the Tirshi. It is a delicious dip and has nutty yet subtly fruity flavors from the pomegranates and was just delicious in every bite. You will not disappoint coming here! The service was excellent and highly highly recommend. read more

Spiedo - Chicken sandwich Tirshi - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Awesome decor in here, like wow, it was a joy to sit inside amongst all the color. Absolutely loved the pkhali dip and flatbread. The flatbread SLAPS. Next time I'd love to try the cheese dip because I love labne. Of the two sandwiches we tried I think I preferred the RIP Smash. Full of flavor, crispy pork, and little pockets of yummy kimchi. The Juicy Sean was good for sure -- unlike any sandwich I've had before, but you have to be in the mood for fish. Will absolutely be returning to Spiedo to try their entire menu. Every item is a banger, it's just what you're in the mood for. read more

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Phenomenal flavor! My husband and I got one of the chicken and one of the pork flatbread sandwiches and sides to share - the beets, cauliflower, and potatoes. The sandwiches were SO flavorful and unique - juicy, tender meat, fresh herbs, and unique flavors. Even the pita flatbread it was wrapped in was delicious. Of the sides, the beets were my favorite!! And I'm not even generally a huge fan of beets (find them to be hit or miss sometimes) but these were so delicious with the honey lemon yogurt, mint, crunchy hazelnut, and spices. Cauliflower was also delicious! Potatoes were great but really the most "standard" of everything we ordered. We also tried a couple cocktails but the food is more standout to me here. They do have a happy hour! With $2 off sandwiches and $2 off cocktails. We were stuffed, and looking forward to coming back! Heard Spiedo's by the same people as Takoi, which I've also heard amazing things about. Very happy that this concept is priced very approachably for such great taste. Looks small and unassuming from the outside (though colorful!) but there are little pockets of casual seating inside and outside. read more

Spiedo - Chicken Zhoug Knight - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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I met up with my foodie friend and fellow Elite Tiffany H at Spiedo recently for lunch and really enjoyed the experience! Spiedo is the sister restaurant to Takoi in Detroit, which has been on my list for ages. Luckily I got a taste of chef Michael Goldberg's food at this casual spot near the heart of downtown Ann Arbor. The space is super bright and cozy with limited seating. I was greeted right away by George (I think his name is George) who was really friendly and very helpful. He gave me the rundown of the menu and ordering process (order via QR code at your table or at the register) and let me know some fan favorites. The menu consists of rice bowls, flatbreads (wraps made with roti), and a handful of sides. I was really intrigued by the flavor and ingredient combinations, like walleye with a Thai fish sauce, pork with calabrian kimchi, charred carrots with tahini ranch... you get the idea. Super interesting and fun for me as we don't have a ton of this type of creativity happening foodwise in Grand Rapids where I live. (Spiedo, please come to GR?) I went with the Rip Smash (or is it RIP Smash?), with the roasted pork and calabrian kimchi. I debated on a side but I wanted to save some room for more Ann Arbor food adventures. Tiffany got the Juicy Sean walleye as a rice bowl and the charred carrots. Our food came out pretty quickly and looked nice, especially the carrots - the plating was that of a 5 star restaurant. The flatbread was super tasty and I loved that the roti had great flavor. There were bits of crispy pork that I really enjoyed although none of it was spicy. The crunch of the kimchi and cabbage was really nice, although I do kind of wish it was saucier (but I'm big sauce person). Tiffany loved her meal too and commented on how good the rice was, which seems like a simple thing but I find that rice can oftentimes be super bland. I loved this experience, it was super chill, delicious, and left me wanting more. I'll be back! read more

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Was a nice surprise to find this place. I admit I do not like any spicy food so the waiter steered us away from two particular items, but even the things we got had a kick. But it was so damn flavorful it didn't even matter! We got the Zhoug knight sandwich, pkhali dip with flatbread and an al pastor bowl. I think I'd skip the Al pastor bowl-the pork was crispy and not the best but still loved my lunch overall. read more

I was out running errands the other night and my husband texted me that he had heard from some friends that Spiedo is great and we should try it. I had definitely heard good things through the ol' Yelp grapevine so I took a look at the website and was pleased to see they had a really easy online ordering system. "Dinner tonight?" I asked him. "YES!" he replied. They specialize in rotisserie proteins with a mediterranean flair, featured in flatbread sandwiches (aka wraps) and rice bowls. They also have a really delicious list of seasonal sides. Everything here sounded great and, though my usual would probably be one of the sandwiches, I couldn't get over some of the sides so I decided on a dinner of assorted dips (fans of "Only Murderers in the Building" will get that reference). It was a great decision! I went with the roasted beets (pilpelchuma, date molasses, hazelnuts, fried shallot, and honey lemon yogurt), and the farmer's cheese, a house made cheese similar to labneh topped with pink peppercorn, chive, and olive oil. Both were served with flatbread and incredible. My only recommendation would be to order more of the flatbread on the side because it is out of this world good and you'll regret you don't have more of it. And together these two were the perfect amount of food for me for dinner (plus I had a little left over for a snack the next day!) In addition to the dips I also went with the griddled potatoes (topped with charred scallion, serrano creme fraiche, herbs, abd sea salt). Admittedly, certain bites were a bit too salty for me but I say that with the caveat that I'm currently on a medication that makes everything taste a bit saltier so it could have just been me. If I scraped some of it off the skins it was perfect. And that creme fraiche? Excellent. I know they rotate things in and out based on the seasons so I'm not sure if these will stick around but I hope they do because whoooboy. If not, I'm sure something equally delicious will be on the menu and I can't wait to try it! read more

This place serves delicious food, flavors among the very best of Mediterranean food I've ever had, and I've had a lot! Service, Two servers were both pleasant and helpful. Ambiance, outdoor patio summer dining, was fine, we came for the excellent food. Highly recommended for adventurous diners. read more

Fun vibe. Funny dish names that are backed by pure deliciousness. One of the best mederteranian restaurants I've been to. Best chicken lemon rice we ever ever had by far!!! Will come back whenever we can for sure. read more

Spiedo was so amazing! I got the chicken bowl and it was so flavorful and delicious. I highly recommend. Great portion size. Walleye was also really well cooked and delicious read more

Spiedo - Zhoug Knight Rice Bowl - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

My second visit. This time I tried the Juicy Sean and a side of Farm cheese with flatbread. Both were delicious! Service was super quick and they have seating inside and out. If you haven't been there yet, GET OVER THERE! read more

Spiedo - Farm cheese - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

We tried one of everything except the eggplant. Our favorites were the kebab and the tofu. My 1.5 year old nephew loved the pork and normally he's not a big meat guy. He has a very discerning palate. The main reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that there was too much rice and not enough protein. The chili crisp was out of this world and the super silly chili sauce was legitimately spicy. Very tasty food, just wish there was more. Special shoutout to the chef for the beets and carrots as they were divine. Very nice texture with the crunch of the seeds and excellent flavor in the sauce. read more

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Yum!! So flavorful and delicious. Spiedo is Chef Brad Greenhill and Takoi chef de cuisine Michael Goldberg's latest restaurant opening. It's in the old Chela's space but they've "spiedo'ed" it! I ordered basically the entire menu including the sides. I ordered online via Toast for pick up. You can also order on DoorDash FYI! I don't have any food allergies or restrictions, but I appreciate how conscious they are about it & seem very well educated on nut allergies, etc. *THE GEORGIAN FLATBREAD (lamb kebab, adjika, pomegranate) - Gosh soo flavorful! I got it as-is and it was perfectly balance. The pops of pomegranate were perfect - just added a bit of sweet, sour, texture and broke up some of the savoriness. I usually DON'T like lamb but this was not gamey whatsoever. I paid an extra $1 for the hot sauce but it wasn't very spicy. I'll try getting it on the side next time. *NOT HUMMUS (ceci beans, green chili, lemon, walnut, sesame, flatbread (vg))- No idea what a ceci bean is but this was smooth like hummus and just as tasty! *FARMER'S CHEESE (pink peppercorn, chive, good oil, flatbread) - this was almost like a labneh! Not really what I expected but delightfully delicious! *SMASHED CUCUMBERS (farro, sumac onions, herbs, lemon yogurt): Love the take on smashed cukes! I usually only have them Chinese style (with garlic and rice vinegar) but this was lovely to add some greens to the meal. *HEIRLOOM TOMATOES (harissa, hyssop, sunflower, whipped feta): The aromatics on this are CHEF KISS. This looks like a seasonal item! I also tried the Chocolate Tahini shake because I was upsold while I was picking up my order. The folks were super friendly! read more

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Unfortunately this placed missed the mark. Got the Zhoug Knight and Juicy Sean. It was interesting but the pita was too thick IMO and the "flavors" that people were talking about did not amaze me. There was very little chicken as you can see in the picture. The flavors, yes, was unique and almost had an Indian kick to it. The walleye (Juicy Sean) was a little better tasting but overall there are better Mediterranean places out there. Small store not very busy at around 5pm. Staff was friendly. They do have happy hour 4-6 on weekdays which is $2 off their sandwiches' read more

Spiedo - chicken - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Amazing food...and generous quantities of it! A single kid's chicken/rice fed both of our tweens. The staff were kind to translate the menu/sauce options and we all enjoyed our choices. The beverages are unique and refreshing. Though the ambiance is unimpressive, it works. Check it out! read more

Food is fantastic but something must be going on with their air conditioning bc it's sooooo hot in there. Sadly I won't be returning until the weather is better or their air conditioner is fixed! Otherwise this place is amazing and I highly recommend. Now only if we could get Takoi in Ann Arbor too... read more

Spiedo is putting out the most exciting, innovative, and (most importantly) delicious food in the area. I highly recommend this restaurant for a casual dinner (or a great lunch). I cannot express enough how thoughtful their food is, and service is quick and friendly. Spiedo does rotating menus of wraps, rice bowls, and sides. The wraps and rice bowls are amazing (the spicy pork, walleye, chicken, kielbasa, and spicy tofu are all really, really great. The falafel's the only one I'd forgo for the others). As good as the main dishes are, the sides are even better. The farmer's cheese is amazing. They had a lemon chicken rice soup for a while that was one of the best soups I've ever had. Other ones I've loved from past and current menu rotations are the roasted cabbage, griddled potatoes, eggplant, phkali (carrot puree) dip, cucumber, and heirloom tomato. It's hard to go wrong with the sides - I suggest you prioritize them when deciding what to order. The creativity is just phenomenal - dishes are packed with fresh herbs, lots of texture, and flavor combinations that work very well. The chocolate tahini milkshake is amazing as well. Lots of vegetarian options and the rice bowls are gluten free. read more

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Quick & Easy lunch spot in AA. Super tasty and has lot of outdoor space. Service is very attentive.

This was my first time trying Spiedo after hearing a lot of good things about it and it lived up to my expectations. I tried the zhoug knight, farmers cheese, hirishi dip and spicy pork and rice. If you only want to try one thing I highly recommend getting a dip. The flatbread with the dips is amazing. Honestly I love the flatbread on its own as well. The restaurant is really cute and pink on the inside and the service is quick. read more

Spiedo - Farmers Cheese - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Tried the tofu bowl and it was delicious. Very nice portion with delicious sauces on the side. Paired with a diet cream soda. 10/10 and good service too. Lots of seating read more

Wow what an interesting restaurant! Fast casual, middle eastern-Mediterranean style food. The staff all very nice and attentive. The ambiance was weird to be honest and you are asked to tip 20% which is high for a restaurant that you order at the register. The food was amazing. Flavors I've never tasted before and they were done so well. read more

The food here is so yummy, flavorful, and delicious. Spiedo's entire concept (from the food, to the interior, to the 'graphic design is my passion'-esque posts on social media) is unapologetically vibrant. Please check out their IG; the design of their promotional posters are so avant-garde, it might send my graphic design professor into an aneurism. I went here for lunch and got the Zhoug Knight wrap. It was beyond flavorful. The interior is vibrant and intimate. Service was also great. Spiedo just might be my favorite Mediterranean spot in Ann Arbor. Can't wait to come back. read more

Spiedo - Zhoug Knight - Middle Eastern Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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