Guidebook for Ann Arbor
Food Scene
Delicious pizza and Italian fare--this restaurant is great for a romantic date.
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Mani Osteria and Bar
341 E Liberty StDelicious pizza and Italian fare--this restaurant is great for a romantic date.
Wonderful Japanese restaurant. Their Ramen is excellent on a chilly day.
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Slurping Turtle
608 E Liberty StWonderful Japanese restaurant. Their Ramen is excellent on a chilly day.
Southeast Michigan has some of the best Middle Eastern food in the country, and this Lebenese gem is no exception. We recommend the lentil soup and any of the sandwiches for an affordable meal.
La Marsa Mediterranean Cuisine
301 S State StSoutheast Michigan has some of the best Middle Eastern food in the country, and this Lebenese gem is no exception. We recommend the lentil soup and any of the sandwiches for an affordable meal.
Lena has one of the best happy hour deals, with drink specials (including mojitos), and an extensive list of $5 small plates
LENA
226 S Main StLena has one of the best happy hour deals, with drink specials (including mojitos), and an extensive list of $5 small plates
The Jefferson Market
609 W Jefferson StGo here for brunch on the weekend
Excellent coffee shop with a spacious interior.
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Mighty Good Coffee Roasting Co.
217 N Main StExcellent coffee shop with a spacious interior.
The famous Zingerman's deli. Excellent (if $$$) sandwiches. Best to go during off hours to avoid lines
167 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Zingerman's Delicatessen
422 Detroit StThe famous Zingerman's deli. Excellent (if $$$) sandwiches. Best to go during off hours to avoid lines
The best place to buy tacos and tamales--very affordable with a great patio space and an entertaining owner
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Chela’s Restaurant & Taqueria
693 S Maple RdThe best place to buy tacos and tamales--very affordable with a great patio space and an entertaining owner
Iorio Gelato
512 E William StAmazing gelato--right across the street!!
Close to the condo, makes great pour-over and espresso. Not the best for sitting down in, but the blueberry muffins they sell are to die for.
34 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Comet Coffee
16 Nickels ArcadeClose to the condo, makes great pour-over and espresso. Not the best for sitting down in, but the blueberry muffins they sell are to die for.
Great little vegan restaurant with a rotating specials menu.
38 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Lunch Room
407 N 5th AveGreat little vegan restaurant with a rotating specials menu.
Arts & Culture
Great place to see a film! Cheaper than most commercial theaters, often has special events
85 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Michigan Theater
603 E Liberty StGreat place to see a film! Cheaper than most commercial theaters, often has special events
The University's free art museum--check out their website for their rotating exhibitions
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Museo de Arte de la Universidad de Michigan
525 S State StThe University's free art museum--check out their website for their rotating exhibitions
Sightseeing
Beautiful place for a walk or hike. If you're here in early June when the peonies are in bloom, it can't be missed!
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Arboreto Nichols de la Universidad de Michigan
1610 Washington HeightsBeautiful place for a walk or hike. If you're here in early June when the peonies are in bloom, it can't be missed!
Go rent a canoe or a kayak and paddle around on the Huron River or take a ride down the newly constructed Chutes.
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Argo Park Canoe & Kayak Livery
1055 Longshore DrGo rent a canoe or a kayak and paddle around on the Huron River or take a ride down the newly constructed Chutes.
Not in walking distance, but I highly recommend a trip here. Walking paths, and a beautiful tropic conservatory that's nice to visit in cold weather. The cactus room is my personal favorite!
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Matthaei Botanical Gardens
Matthaei Botanical GardensNot in walking distance, but I highly recommend a trip here. Walking paths, and a beautiful tropic conservatory that's nice to visit in cold weather. The cactus room is my personal favorite!
Essentials
Gourmet grocery store with an excellent wine selection and deli.
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
babo @ Fred's
403 E Washington StGourmet grocery store with an excellent wine selection and deli.
Lucky's Market
1919 S Industrial HwyMore comprehensive grocery store.
Everything Else
Everyday Wines
410 N 4th AveAffordable wines with great selection
If you're visiting in the fall, the trip isn't complete without fresh apple cider donuts and cider from the Dexter Cider Mill. Drive along Huron River Drive for a scenic route.
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Dexter Cider Mill
3685 Central StIf you're visiting in the fall, the trip isn't complete without fresh apple cider donuts and cider from the Dexter Cider Mill. Drive along Huron River Drive for a scenic route.
Gym with a very nice pool--suitable for lap swimming and kid's
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ann Arbor YMCA
400 W Washington StGym with a very nice pool--suitable for lap swimming and kid's
Drinks & Nightlife
If you're venturing into Detroit, don't miss this great spot for jazz shows
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Bert's Marketplace
2727 Russell StIf you're venturing into Detroit, don't miss this great spot for jazz shows
This is my favorite place to come grab a beer and play a few rounds of darts or shuffleboard with friends
36 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Arbor Brewing Company Brewpub
114 E Washington StThis is my favorite place to come grab a beer and play a few rounds of darts or shuffleboard with friends
Open after 6pm during fair weather months--features Michigan beer and fire pits in the fall/spring. You can also buy food at the adjacent Mark's Cart's and bring it in with you.
64 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bill's Beer Garden
218 S Ashley StOpen after 6pm during fair weather months--features Michigan beer and fire pits in the fall/spring. You can also buy food at the adjacent Mark's Cart's and bring it in with you.
Shopping
Lovers of labyrinthine used books stores shouldn't miss the Dawn Treader. One of my favorite things to do on rainy days is to get a coffee and spent a few hours browsing their impressive collection
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Dawn Treader Book Shop
514 E Liberty StLovers of labyrinthine used books stores shouldn't miss the Dawn Treader. One of my favorite things to do on rainy days is to get a coffee and spent a few hours browsing their impressive collection
For if you'd rather buy your books new. Cute local shop with a great selection; they host author and poetry readings regularly. Espresso Bar located upstairs is not to be missed!
35 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Literati Bookstore
124 E Washington StFor if you'd rather buy your books new. Cute local shop with a great selection; they host author and poetry readings regularly. Espresso Bar located upstairs is not to be missed!
Antiquers/junk-shop aficionados: this is my favorite place to browse. They have a great and constantly rotating selection. Just down the street from Zingerman's and the Farmer's Market!
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Treasure Mart
529 Detroit StAntiquers/junk-shop aficionados: this is my favorite place to browse. They have a great and constantly rotating selection. Just down the street from Zingerman's and the Farmer's Market!