Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Ann Arbor

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Updated July 05, 2025

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The Earle

4.8

4.8 (4023)

$50 and over

French

Ann Arbor

About the restaurant

An award winning Ann Arbor institution since 1977, The Earle serves a rotating menu of fine Italian and French cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Selections include lamb chops, veal, beef tenderloin, salmon, duck breast, sea scallops and more. Live jazz plays Tuesday through Saturday in the dining room. The Earle's nationally recognized wine list (Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence) offers over 1,400 selections. Three private rooms are available and accommodate groups from 6 to 48.

If you have any questions or are interested in a party of 9 or larger, please call 734-994-0211.

Top review

DavidVIP

Dined 3 days ago

A unique ambiance with great food, service, and music!

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Popular dish

Salmon in Puff Pastry

Popular dish

French Onion Soup

The West End Grill

4.8

4.8 (814)

$50 and over

American

Ann Arbor

About the restaurant

The West End Grill in Ann Arbor serves modern and elevated American cuisine with global inspiration. From delicate scallops, to a rich and rustic Delmonico steak, we offer a variety of dishes for you to crave. The West End Grill is open daily, with seatings from 5:00pm to 9:30pm.

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Mark

Dined on Jul 14, 2025

Wonderful experience. Thank you for a lovely evening. Cheers!

Zingerman's Roadhouse

4.7

4.7 (4062)

$31 to $50

American

Ann Arbor

About the restaurant

The seventh member of Zingerman’s Community of Businesses, located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the Roadhouse opened in 2003 with the vision of bringing really good American food to the community. The Roadhouse has worked hard to create its own truly unique food culture, transforming high-quality ingredients into traditional, full-flavored dishes after years of studying American foodways.

With chef Bob Bennett at the helm of the kitchen, and our James Beard Award nominated staff’s dedication to great service, the Roadhouse draws in regulars from all over. We welcome our fans from right down the block or from all over the country. Buttermilk Fried Chicken, award-winning Mac ‘n Cheese, NOLA Gumbo, Nashville Hot Chicken, Oyster Po’Boys, full-flavored burgers, and Donut Sundaes are just a few Roadhouse specialties that people look forward to every time they dine with us. Beyond these tried-and-true dishes, the Roadhouse is also a destination for really good BBQ!

Top review

Dennis

Dined 3 days ago

Very good food, excellent service! It’s a fun place to go!

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Popular dish

Fried Chicken Macaroni & Cheese

Popular dish

Fried Chicken Sandwich

Mediterrano

4.7

4.7 (1573)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Ann Arbor

About the restaurant

Immerse yourself in a world of flavors at Mediterrano, where culinary artistry shines. Our menu draws inspiration from over 14 countries, fusing ingredients & spices from Greece to the South of France, Spain, and beyond.

Savor the richness of our dishes, from a variety of Mediterranean classics. Each bite is a testament to our commitment to culinary excellence.

Complementing our offerings is an extensive, expertly curated wine list. Delight in a selection thoughtfully chosen to enhance your dining experience, catering to both wine enthusiasts and those seeking the perfect pairing.

While renowned for our exceptional restaurant experience, our primary focus is delivering an unparalleled dining experience within our welcoming ambiance. Reserve your table now for a journey into authentic Mediterranean flavors. Your extraordinary dining experience awaits.

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Susan

Dined 5 days ago

This is one of our go to restaurants in Ann Arbor it’s always a great place to have a wonderful dinner.

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Popular dish

CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Weber's Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (4932)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Ann Arbor

About the restaurant

Weber’s Restaurant is an Ann Arbor tradition serving authentic Classic American cuisine from our kitchen and bakery since 1937. Famous for prime rib and live Maine lobster, Weber’s offers a crowd pleasing selection of broiled steaks, local seafood, and house made desserts. Weber’s ambient dining room features stunning A-frame architecture with large vintage stained glass windows. An award winning wine selection and baby grand piano round out the perfect dining experience. Follow up dinner with a visit to attached bar, The Habitat, for a night cap, live weekend jazz and dancing.

Top review

WilsonVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent Sunday buffet with great food choices in an elegant upscale setting.

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Ann Arbor

4.6

4.6 (1779)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Ann Arbor

About the restaurant

Ruth’s Chris Steak House – Downtown Ann Arbor, Ruth’s Chris Steak House serves only the best steaks, hand-selected from the top 2% of the country’s beef and broiled to perfection at 1,800 degrees so that every last bite stays as hot and delicious as the first. Enjoy the freshest seafood, classic sides and homemade desserts that satisfy any craving. Whether it’s a business meeting or private event, a guys’ night out, or just the girls, we will accommodate your every need in our warm and inviting atmosphere.

20% gratuity is added to all parties of 6 or more.

Please call (734) 585-5155 directly if reservations are not available.

Follow us on social media or email us at rcaasales@ahchospitality.com for exclusive information about our TasteMaker Wine Dinner Series - Featuring the biggest names in wine, our TasteMaker dinners perfectly pair these world-renowned wines with hand-crafted dishes created by the Ruth's Chris culinary team.

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Josh

Dined 4 days ago

Great spot for a birthday. Excellent service. Drinks and food were pretty good!

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4.6

4.6 (117)

$30 and under

American

Dexter

About the restaurant

Sam Hill is a spacious indoor-outdoor gathering place for local friends and families to spend the day enjoying food, drinks, games, and entertainment of all sorts.

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Margaux

Dined 5 days ago

I hosted a work happy hour here with 15 people. It was a really fun and lovely atmosphere, good prices and fun things to do. The happy hour was such a great success that we think we are going to host another one next month here again.

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Experience

Reserve the Fireside Lounge in The Yard!

Experience

Reserve the Cabana in The Yard!

The Session Room

4.7

4.7 (722)

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

Ann Arbor

About the restaurant

Celebrating craft beer and quality food using local vendors and products. Housed in a conversion of a 6,000 sq. ft. brick machine shop on Jackson road, with 70 rotating taps and a large covered beer garden.

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NatalieVIP

Dined on Jul 16, 2025

This is one of our favorite local spots. We went here after getting engaged and they truly went above and beyond to make our experience magical. Highly recommend the banana cake.

Bitter Truth BBQ

4.8

4.8 (28)

$31 to $50

Barbecue

Ypsilanti

About the restaurant

Intimate barbecue restaurant/cocktail lounge with an Art Deco vibe. Perfect for date night, a celebration with friends or just a cozy retreat. Enjoy a cocktail from our curated menu, paired with genuine smokehouse barbecue.

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Kristin

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent lunch! Great service! Superb Old Fashioned.

Mani Osteria

4.8

4.8 (221)

$31 to $50

Italian

Ann Arbor

About the restaurant

Mani Osteria & Bar, our locally owned family-friendly Italian restaurant, has been serving wood-fired pizzas, handmade pastas, and signature antipasti since 2011. You can find us in downtown Ann Arbor.

We take advance reservations for parties of 6 or more. Please note that not all of our large tables are displayed online, so please contact us to check for additional availability. We will do all we can to accommodate your group.

Top review

MikeVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Food was fantastic, service was very good. This is a great choice for Italian in A2

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