Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Ann Arbor

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best value restaurants in Ann Arbor? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Shalimar Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (658)

$30 and under

Indian

Ann Arbor

About the restaurant

Welcome to Shalimar... Metro Detroit's finest Indian restaurant, specializing in superb Mughlai cooking of North India and tasty Tandoor delicacies. The magic of Indian cooking is in the blending of spices and other fresh ingredients. At Shalimar we make each entree to satisfy YOU.
Representing the best in Indian cuisine, Shalimar offers an atmosphere that will make it an enjoyable experience for all.
Serving both lunch & dinner, Shalimar also offers complete event catering & carry out services.
Party room available for your special parties and Seminars, upto 50 guests.

Parking Information: Please park in the parking structure at 4th Avenue & William Street. Bring your parking ticket with you to redeem towards a food credit. Up to 1 hr for lunch and 2 hours for dinner.

Top review

Gregory

Dined on May 10, 2025

Great Indian restaurant experience in a fantastic downtown Ann Arbor location. The food and service were both enjoyable.

Sam Hill

4.6

4.6 (111)

$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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Beverly

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

Roast beef was good but a little too salty for my taste.

La Serre Brasserie

4.4

4.4 (21)

$31 to $50

French American

Ann Arbor

About the restaurant

La Serre provides a welcoming ambiance complemented by an impressive, world-class wine selection and lively cocktails. Our menu harmoniously combines classic French traditions with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Each dish is carefully crafted to showcase bold flavors, fresh produce, and the artistry of refined yet accessible French cuisine, featuring standout options like a sumptuous short rib entrée and a lively raw bar. Whether you're savoring a morning espresso or indulging in a leisurely dinner, guests can anticipate an extraordinary dining experience at any hour.

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Laurie

Dined on Jun 10, 2025

The food and service and ambiance were all exceptional. From the warm fresh baked bread to the appetizer to the short rib and salmon was unbelievable. I had the banana tart for dessert and it did not disappoint. I look forward to returning.

Weber's Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (4913)

$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.

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Cindy

Dined 6 days ago

Such a delicious meal. There were 6 of us. We had excellent service.

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4.6

4.6 (716)

$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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Andrew

Dined on May 31, 2025

Always a great experience here. A great selection of drinks and amazing food with seasonal specials. As always the staff was wonderful and attentive. We love this place!

The Earle

4.8

4.8 (4001)

$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

Jeff

Dined 3 days ago

Another perfect dining experience at The Earle which is by far our favorite restaurant in Ann Arbor. Our server Dwayne is wonderful and the food impeccable.

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Popular dish

Salmon in Puff Pastry

Popular dish

French Onion Soup

Salt Springs Brewery

4.6

4.6 (875)

$30 and under

Brewery

Saline

About the restaurant

"Mammoths & saber-tooth tigers once roamed these lands in search of their rich salts. Paleo-Indians hunted, farmed and raised families here because of the salt springs. Early settlers named their town Saline after the salt springs, and now in this stunning +120 year-old former church, so does this brewery.

Salt Springs Brewery offers lovingly crafted & locally sourced food, true-to-style ales, wine, cider, and craft cocktails. Located in the heart of Saline, complete with an outdoor Biergarten and main dining room filled with the original stained from 1899, Salt Springs Brewery will quench your thirst and nourish your soul."

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Erin

Dined on Jun 9, 2025

The gluten free menu and wine paring event was incredible!

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Experience

Brunch at the Brewery

4.7

4.7 (25)

$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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Sonnet

Dined 5 days ago

Best BBQ in Michigan!!! Decided to try it for the first time and it was by far the best barbecue! Amazing atmosphere!!! Great drinks!!

Mediterrano

4.7

4.7 (1564)

$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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Kurt

Dined 7 days ago

We enjoyed everything about this place. Excellent food and stellar service.

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Popular dish

CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Carlyle Grill

4.5

4.5 (1691)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Ann Arbor

About the restaurant

Carlyle Grill, an Ann Arbor mainstay has proudly served the Ann Arbor Community since 2006. We work with some of Michigan’s finest food producers and purveyors to bring you the freshest offerings around. From steak dinners to burgers and salads and everything in between, we pride ourselves on providing you the best in flavor – offering generous portions to feed the hungriest of guests.

Comfort is the theme at our relaxed, family-friendly restaurant, where the menu runs to familiar, home-style dishes with top-notch regional ingredients. Enjoy our welcoming atmosphere featuring colorful yet classic design elements – bringing in added warmth and comfort with deep mahogany accents and large flagstone columns in our main dining room.

During the warmer seasons, take advantage of the two open-air dining areas surrounding the restaurant. We also have a dedicated, breathtaking dining room available for large reservations or private dining events.

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MarkVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Wish we had one of these restaurants near our home. So good!

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