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Gandy Dancer, Ann Arbor, MI

Gandy Dancer

4.6 (6728)
$30 and under
Seafood
401 Depot St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 65 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
All across Ann Arbor, the Gandy Dancer restaurant is known for its creative preparations of seafood, steaks and pasta dishes. Situated in the beautifully restored 1886 Michigan Central Depot, it is both an architectural landmark as well as an elegant restaurant. A popular wedding venue in Ann Arbor, the Gandy Dancer's fine cuisine and sophisticated, historic atmosphere make a grand setting for rehearsal dinners and receptions. One taste of the Gandy Dancer menu, and you'll see why diners all over Michigan choose it time and time again.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (734) 769-0592
  • Website
    https://www.gandydancerrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Mark Sanchez
  • Catering
    The Gandy Dancer also offers off site catering for corporate receptions, product launches & business lunches.
  • Private party facilities
    Housed in the historic Michigan Central Depot in Ann Arbor, Gandy Dancer offers an ideal space for any special occasion. Consider a menu of fine steaks and the freshest seafood, enhanced with a historically-elegant atmosphere, for your special event.
  • Private party contact
    Laura Kelly: (734) 769-0592
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    401 Depot St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
  • Neighborhood
    Ann Arbor
  • Cross street
    Main Street
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Gandy Dancer's menu was last updated on 2/1/2022.

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What 6,728 people are saying

Gandy Dancer reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Seafood

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Most Booked

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Ambiance

  • Ann Arbor

    Great for brunch

  • Ann Arbor

    Great for fine wines

  • Ann Arbor

    Good for special occasions

  • Ann Arbor

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gandy Dancer offers a historic charm in a renovated train station with "outstanding food" and "wonderful service." Perfect for special occasions, it features a diverse menu including seafood and seasonal specialties. While some dishes have been critiqued, many highlight the "excellent atmosphere" and attentive staff.
6,728 Reviews

  1. Jason

    Cincinnati / Dayton10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Whenever we visit Detroit, we go out of our way to eat here. Great atmosphere in an old train depot. The food is excellent.

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  2. David VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was outstanding! He made our experience special…

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  3. Dennis

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tony took care of us for my wife’s birthday. The food was awesome as always and Tony helped with dinner selections.

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  4. Casmiera

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful time celebrating family's 40th anniversary. Drinks were wonderful and each had its own wow facor. The food was also very good, but I felt let down by the sunburst salad. The dressing was too subtle and bland it tasted like maple syrup was stored beside some olive oil and the scent got in it. The wedge salad was impressive with homemade blue cheese dressing, and was a hit with everyone at the table. All our mains were delicious with the crab cakes and parmeaean snapper being the favorites. The only other let down was the coconut rice, which was just kind of plain. Rodney was a wonderful server and made the dinner feel special and the happy couple cared for.

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  5. Kathy

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice time! Matthew was a great server! We enjoyed our time there!

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  6. jason VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Cocktails were very sweet. Salmon was overcooked. Coconut shrimp was small and average. Crabcakes and bisque were decent. Ambiance is nice. Pacing was good.

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  7. Kathy

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was very slow. We were hungry so ate more bread than expected. The Sea Bass entree was excellent!

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  8. Richard VIP

    New York City155 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was so pleased with my choice after looking at many recommendations for the Ann Arbor area. The venue is historic and interesting - especially if you get a table with the train line view. The servers were outstanding. Loved the gazpacho - don't see that a lot of places. The Caesar salad was quite good. And the sole with crabmeat was really delicious. Plus fresh garlic dinner rolls and crackers with salmon spread and butter to start? I wish I lived in Michigan.

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  9. Aaron

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great anniversary dinner. The service and food were outstanding. It was a great experience. Thank you!

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  10. Guntis

    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We were underwhelmed by our dinner at the Gandy Dancer. We hadn’t been there for about 10-15 years and were really excited to be back, but beyond the beautiful setting the meal was blah. The Caesar salad had one dry anchovy on it. The raw oysters were large and good enough but the sauce had no zip. The shrimp and crab over bucatini was sooo bland I got no enjoyment from it at all. The drinks were so full of ice that they tasted watery. One guest ordered Drambuie after dinner and it was brought in a highball glass. The waiter was curt. We were embarrassed as we were the hosts and had wanted to provide a wonderful dining experience for our guests.

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FAQs

Gandy Dancer offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (734) 769-0592.

Gandy Dancer is rated 4.6 stars by 6728 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 65 times today
Google Map for Gandy Dancer

401 Depot St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Main Street
  • Neighborhood
    Ann Arbor
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mark Sanchez
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://www.gandydancerrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (734) 769-0592
  • Catering
    The Gandy Dancer also offers off site catering for corporate receptions, product launches & business lunches.
  • Private party facilities
    Housed in the historic Michigan Central Depot in Ann Arbor, Gandy Dancer offers an ideal space for any special occasion. Consider a menu of fine steaks and the freshest seafood, enhanced with a historically-elegant atmosphere, for your special event.
  • Private party contact
    Laura Kelly: (734) 769-0592

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