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    4.2 (284 reviews)
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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Duck Tacos
    Dia D.

    We had dinner here the other night and, sadly, they have less outdoor seating than they used to. Nevertheless, it was a beautiful evening to sit outside even if their outdoor seating is more limited. We started with the Crab Cakes and the Salmon Poke and both were excellent. I slightly preferred the poke because it was spicier. I had the Lake Perch with quinoa and asparagus which was excellent though a few of the stalks of asparagus had seen their better days and were tough. The Chocolate Delice for dessert was also excellent. The service was friendly and helpful.

    Sparkling rose
    Ainsley E.

    This was one of the places we hadn't been to yet despite living in Ann Arbor for many years. Decided to make a reservation for a birthday and to celebrate a new job. Staff is very attentive and knowledgeable and while it feels like tight quarters in some parts of the dining area it had an ok ambiance. The food was all very good. The mussels starter may have been my favorite and we were so excited when the server offered more bread to dip in the delicious sauce. Steak tartare we wouldnt order again but didn't regret it -- it was okay, maybe lacking some flavor. My king salmon entree was very good -- salmon cooked perfectly on top of a cauliflower puree, spinach, and an excellent yogurt sauce. The scallops were also well-cooked and the corn succotash had incredible flavor, however for the price of the dish I'd expect more than three small scallops. The ginger creme brulee was very good. We were pleased to eat it despite being super full. Overall this place was very good, however I think a bit overpriced for what you get depending on the dish. But it's downtown Ann Arbor, after all. We'd go again for sure.

    Shaking Beef
    Jimin H.

    The food was excellent here! It is definitely fine-dining with some asian fusion. I think it is great for a date night or a special occasion! Service was extremely good and our waiter was very attentive. They had an off menu fish dish the day I went and it was so delicious! I highly recommend asking what the specials for that day are!

    MISO GLAZED SALMON
    Andrea L.

    Came here on a whim on a weekend and was pleasantly surprised by the overall experience. While pricier than our party expected, it surely was worth it for the various food with interesting fusion inspirations, super attentive service, and cozy interior ambience. Would definitely return for a special occasion for the variety of dishes and drinks. The portion sizes were fair and just the right amount for satisfaction, but I can see others expecting something more for the price point. Overall, it's definitely a hidden gem in a college town like this. It's an upscale meal that *actually* feels worth its value with the service and ambience that matches.

    Gigi A.

    We went with a group of five for a work dinner. We decided to get a few appetizers to share. We ordered the crabcakes, calamari, beet, salad, the dumplings, and the salmon. They were all delicious and gave us a good taste of the appetizers at the restaurant. I ordered the salmon and risotto for dinner. The risotto was creamy, and it was the perfect texture. The salmon had a nice lemon grass coconut sauce, that was very tasty. You have the option of getting rice that is black with your dish if you like. The salmon was Thai inspired. The noise level was moderate so we could talk to one another. The servers were very attentive.

    Shrimp Risotto
    Dave W.

    We were looking for a new place for a special birthday celebration and this place was the perfect fit. It was hopping on a cold Saturday night! Our reservation was at 7:30, but we didn't get seated until7:45. We didn't mind because it was obvious they were bust, but they gave us each a glass of champagne as an apology - appreciated, but totally unnecessary! It's a cozy little place, but it didn't feel cramped and the decor is simple and elegant. Our server was Luke - he as very friendly and attentive. They have an interesting cocktail menu. I got the Highland Campfire and my daughter tried the Texas Sunset - great tasting and beautiful presentation! All three of us had the Seafood Bisque and it was delicious! We all tried different entrees - I had the Chilean Sea Bass, my wife had the Shrimp Risotto and my daughter had the Diver Scallops. All three were excellent choices!

    Cheese Plate
    Leyang Z.

    Just spent the NYE here a week ago with my friends. We had a great dining experience in the spacious restaurant . Due to the popularity of this restaurant, I made a reservation one day before. The website said that on NYE the menu might be different from usual, so I emailed them to check on that. Surprisingly, I received their feedback early next day. We ordered shaking beef, diver scallops, a tartare, a hot seafood appetizer first. The service was quick and the food was delicious. In fact soon after these dishes were brought to us they were gone, and if the price were lower, I just couldn't imagine how many dishes we would order. Anyway, after a while the waitress gave us the dessert menu. Everything on it was attractive, but finally we ordered three out of four; they were: a pudding, a cheese plate and a plate of chocolate. I enjoyed the cheese plate most--the different cheeses, dried fruits and their baguette created a fantastic blend of saltiness , sweetness and a fragrant of nature. In general this was a excellent place for fine dining in Ann Arbor. Even if the restaurant was almost twice the size as the ones nearby, it was fully seated. So make reservations as soon as possible:)

    Chilean sea bass
    Devon P.

    The foie gras was good, but the sauces and apple compote overpowered the taste of the foie gras. The Chilean sea bass was delicious! It was on a bed of potatoes and leeks that wasn't that appetizing, but the broth was absolutely delicious. It was odd eating a bunch of sliced leeks with a couple chunky potatoes, but because the nage was so good, I overlooked it. They do not offer many wines by the glass so that's kind of a bummer, but they do have a bunch by the bottle. The coffee creme brûlée was amazing and my favorite dish of the night.

    Shrimp Risotto
    Jody G.

    .... And we're back! Tonight's dinner is quite possibly the best dinner that I've had in Ann Arbor. I had the Shrimp Risotto and it was amazing. The shrimp were cooked to perfection. My mother has the duck and it was super tasty. My father had mussels and they were a really nice size and the sauce was delicious. The calamari was a shared dish and got rave reviews. The staff is exceptional. Can't wait to come back!

    Coconut Panna Cotta :  Phenomenal. This is what dessert should taste like.
    Jessie D.

    The name of this restaurant couldn't be more fitting. Taste is a noun AND a verb; Taste Kitchen embodies both fully. The sensation of flavor is so perfectly considered that every bite is a balanced experience. The consideration of flavor and experience doesn't start and stop with their food, it carries over into the bar menu featuring hand made features that I once made fun of. Crème de menthe? Wasn't that the old man's bizarrely green digestif that has sat behind the bar for the last 80 years? Not here! They have literally crafted their own out of fresh mint leaves and there is nothing on earth I have ever experienced like it. Instantly obsessed. If this attention to detail doesn't speak volumes to what they serve, you'll easily find it in every other plate, bowl and cup you order.

    Faroe Islands Salmon - AMAZING! - 08-15-2022
    Lina G.

    Truly an amazing experience enjoying a delicious meal and excellent service. We ordered calamari for an appetizer, and it was outstanding - very crispy and lightly breaded. Crispy Cod and Faroe Islands Salmon were the dinner choices, and both were prepared to perfection. The only note for the restaurant would be to remove one small table by the street window as it was super tight there. When the prices are this steep, I am here to enjoy the food and not the conversation next to me - that is for the places with picnic tables.

    Grilled Berkshire pork ($27) - brussels sprouts, egg, rice, nuoc cham
    Lena J.

    Trendy new American restaurant serving seasonally and globally inspired dishes at high price points. Prices are high not just for Ann Arbor, but even compared to NYC, and I don't think it's entirely reflected in the quality. As a Google maps review says, `They claim that it's "local" yet no mention of the farms they get their food from. Which makes me believe it's another restaurant using "local" for marketing.' Spencer is a much better option for seasonal new American in the $$$ range. Disclaimer: I wasn't very hungry so I only got an appetizer and tried some desserts. Most of my friends said they were happy with their entrees, though one said his perch was overcooked and overpriced. The desserts are definitely overpriced for what they are, and they're plated in a very unappealing way. I tried: Mussels ($15) - the mussels themselves were quite large and plump, and they were cooked well. The white wine broth was extremely salty, and the bread for dipping was mediocre (and wasn't offered to be refilled. and it wasn't grilled). Lemon meringue ($11): it's some messily piped lemon curd (not a semifreddo as shown in others' pictures) on a plate topped with roasted meringue. The meringue texture was weird and lumpy. The lemon curd was extremely sweet, and the entire dessert was very soft and felt unbalanced. The presentation was also quite bad. Coconut panna cotta ($10) - the taste was quite good but the portion was laughably tiny. The texture was more on the firm side for panna cotta. Chocolate bodino squares ($11) - the taste was pretty good but nothing spectacular. Service was mostly normal. Our server fake cried when we asked to split the bill, which was weird. There's an automatic 20% gratuity for large parties.

    Duck Breasf
    Won P.

    Intro: We somehow managed to get seated with a party of 2 despite not having reservations. I think a reservation was canceled at the last minute. We were very lucky. Food: I ordered the duck breast (pictured). Honestly, it was pretty good and I can't complain. It was very juicy and moist and paired with a classic combo of broccolini and carrots. There was a bit of butternut squash for some different texture and all topped with a port-duck jus that provided a bit of sweetness. . I would have perhaps liked a bit more different flavors going on as it was pretty monotone but at least it was a strong rich flavor. Tl;dr: Definitely not bad, but worth it at the price point? I would say no but I could see the argument either way. My rating: 6/10

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    Eclectic menu. Everything was delicious and prepared perfectly Sakura pork loin, and whitefish salted fritters fantastic

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    1-13-2026 Met our son here for my husband's 66th bday and…read morewhile we appreciated the free entree we found the food about average, esp the steak which my husband said was a bit tough and overcooked. I tried the paella and it was tasty but also a bit too overcooked (rice and chicken). Our server was kind and attentive and the interior was pleasant.

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    Decided to give this another try. It had been a long time. I really want to love this place since…read morethe ambience is nice. We've definitely had better service especially in Ann Arbor. The servers are not very friendly, helpful or welcoming. Service is very slow even on slow nights. No one seems to care either. Given the exceptional service at other restaurants it is a deterrent for returning. Drinks are reasonably priced and a good selection. For being scratch made they are not able to accommodate allergies well. Most things are marinated or prepped ahead. Besides Sushi or ordering plain noodles there isn't much I could order. My husband did enjoy the Burger and would order it again. I just wish there was more I could eat. For the Sushi its not anything outstanding. The flavor of the Crab Salad isn't our favorite. The Black Pearl Roll unfortunately, is not worth the pricing. $25 for a roll with mostly cucumber. It's also not very consistent in sizing. Once it was so large I could barely fit it in my mouth and the other times very small. If you plan to charge $25 for a Sushi Roll it should contain a good amount of Sushi. I can go across the street and get amazing Tuna Tartare for under $15 with plenty of Tuna.

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    Bottom line up front...some of the best tapas I've had! Went with 5 friends and it was awesome…read moretrying all a bunch of different things. We did 2 paellas and like 8 tapas which was enough for everyone. Even with a bottle of wine and couple of drinks it was very reasonably priced. Great service. Fun atmosphere. We may have been a tad loud but it was so fun! Highly recommend. Will be go to Ann Arbor recommendation. Sorry no pictures, too busy getting after it.

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    Ok, so I was so pleasantly surprised by this place! I can't believe I had never been here before!…read more We made a reservation for 4 and were seated right away at a cute table with booths that were tall so it felt a little bit more private. The wait staff were super friendly. The drinks were also really good, and the spicy margarita may honestly be my favorite one in Ann Arbor! The appetizers and entree (we got the duck) were also tasty, but portions were on the smaller side. Timing of the meal was perfect, and I would definitely come back!

    We came for the steak and it did not disappoint! I got the Steak Frites and it was cooked perfectly…read moreand cut up! The portion was perfect for me. Their ambiance is really nice with saxophone music playing, unique wall paper, and pretty lights. Our server was really friendly and helpful. I will say, my plate had a stain on it when I first sat down so I asked for a fresh one. The waitress let us know that typically dinner takes a whole of 1.5 hours. She said she times it based off of how we eat. For example, she brings the drinks and appetizers out first and then once we finish that, she brings the salad or soup. And then from there, she brings the entree's. Their beignet bread was delicious with the garlic butter (I even asked for seconds later on)!! Their salad was also really tasty (I got the lemon dressing one) and it comes with croutons that are just like the beignet bread but made in smaller sizes and slightly crispier. We enjoyed calamari and fig with bacon appetizers. Everything was very tasty! We will definitely return! Bathroom was clean but the seat was just super low (like for a child). We parked at the nearby lot and it cost $9 for about 2 hours.

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