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The Earle, Ann Arbor, MI

The Earle

4.7
4.7
3496 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian
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.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 17 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian, French, Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (734) 994-0211

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Jason Buquet

  • Private party facilities

    The Earle offers three separate private dining rooms with seating for 6 to 30

  • Private party contact

    Zoe Cowan: (734) 994-0211

  • Neighborhood

    Ann Arbor

  • Cross street

    Ashley

  • Parking details

    Public parking is available nearby:1) Large public surface lot that occupies the entire city block, bounded by Huron, First, Washington and Ashley. Entrances are on Ashley (northbound) and First (southbound). This lot is "kitty-corner" from our entrance2) City parking structures 1/2 blocks west of The Earle and 1 1/2 blocks east of The Earle

  • Entertainment

    Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday we have solo performers (piano or guitar) that play from 8pm until 10pm.On Friday and Saturday we have a soft jazz trio (usually piano, bass and drums). The trio plays from 8:30pm until close. No cover anytime.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,496 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Great for fine wines

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Overall

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Food

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Service

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Ambiance

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Value

  • Ann Arbor

    Good for business meals

  • Ann Arbor

    Healthy

  • Ann Arbor

    Hot spot

  • Ann Arbor

    Neighborhood gem

  • Ann Arbor

    Great for fine wines

  • Ann Arbor

    Romantic

  • Ann Arbor

    Good for special occasions

  • Ann Arbor

    Most Booked

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall2food4service2ambience3
    Took forever to get our food. Rarely saw the waitress who was serving us. Very good food but definitely could have been a better experience overall
  2. Wotanwinner

    Detroit

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best wine list anywhere, food is always first class, as is the service. Abigail our server is just classy and totally professional, while Kevin the sommelier knows his stuff and advises perfectly. One can dine AND converse here, increasingly rare these days.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience4
    Server was short with us since we were younger. However, the food was great.
  4. Kira

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    3.5/5 stars. My husband and I love wine, and we were super impressed by the red wine selection. The food was good but not outstanding. Our escargot appetizer lacked salt and didn’t have much flavour at all, but our steaks were quite good. Our waitress was very nice, but it took forever for our entrees to arrive. Depending on where you are seated, the restaurant can be very noisy.
  5. Neutral

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    We enjoyed our anniversary dinner at The Earle. Our server was very efficient and timed the courses appropriately. I really enjoyed the beet salad as a starter. I also had the scallops for my entree. Though the scallops were very good, the sauce was rather heavy and had an unremarkable flavor. The mixed vegetable side was boring and kind of mushy. My husband had french onion soup and grilled salmon, he enjoyed both courses. We shared a cake with raspberry sauce. The cake was a little dense and a little dry. The sauce was good.
  6. JoanneC

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An Ann Arbor classic. We loved our return to inside dining. Fine food and a great wine list, as ever!
  7. JudySG

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    It was a very busy weekend night of prom so it took much longer to be served than usual, so 4 stars on the service. Our waiter was properly apologetic but nothing he could do to speed the kitchen. Food was delicious.
  8. Ashley

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall2food5service1ambience5
    It’s too bad that our continued lackluster experience has turned into the norm, and not the exception. The Earle used to be one of our favorite restaurants in Ann Arbor (having come for 12+ years). My partner is French so it’s a taste of home for him. The mediocre/poor service will be what drives us away until our next trip in probably 5 or so years when our memories of that poor service fade and we give it another go. I’m sure we will inevitably be disappointed yet again. Our favorite dishes are the beef tenderloin rolled in peppercorns and the salmon in the puff pastry, and they’re absolutely delightful. The service, however, is lacking. It reminded me of actually dining in France - for the reason that the servers couldn’t care less if you are there. Our server never said hi, introduced himself, or asked once how the food was or if we needed anything. He wasn’t rude - he just didn’t care. I wish this was the only time our service was like that because we could be forgiving, but it continues to happen over and over again. As a former server myself, I completely understand when “things happen” or it’s an “off day,” but yikes.
  9. EdgarC

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall2food5service5ambience2
    Food was excellent. Carpet filthy. Service was good. Music was entertaining. Toilets too low. Decorating needs updated, mismatched lights. Serving personnel need makeovers.
  10. JamilA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent in every aspect. The quality of the food and the taste is a must experience. It’s my favorite pls e for special occasions that are very close to my heart.
  11. DavidJ

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have eaten at the Earle a few times, but not within the past few years. Everything was excellent. Pleasant relatively quiet ambient noise level. Very nice live music. Excellent food. We highly recommend this restaurant.
  12. DeanM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Would have been a little more enjoyable if we were seated someplace other than right above a party of four that were having a business meeting (sharing/discussing spreadsheets) for an anniversary dinner. And ALL the other tables on the higher level above "the pit" were empty. Should have asked for a different table prior to ordering.
  13. Lizzy

    Detroit

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful as always! Service was perfect and accommodated special dietary needs without hesitation!
  14. Paolo

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I took Mom here for Mother’s Day. Good service & food. I recommend the lamb chops.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience5
    Service was unusually slow. Ordered a second bottle of wine for our guest 10 minutes before dinner was served and we didn’t get it until we were finished with our meal. We cancelled and ordered our deserts
  16. JoeH

    Detroit

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Always prepared very well. Love to browse and select from the wine list. Salads and appetizers servings were small for the price Need to add contemporary selections to the menu
  17. randye

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The salmon and beef tenderloin dijonnaise were excellent. Andrea the server did a great job. Very extensive wine list.
  18. Brian

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place that never disappoints. Wonderful fish.
  19. GeorgeS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good atmosphere, the menu is not overly extensive but very high quality. We enjoyed the musicians, just the right touch for an exquisite evening.
  20. NicholeR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wish they had a few vegan options but they were great at accommodating my requests. The food was really good and we had great service. I also liked the jazz music.
  21. RyanK

    Detroit

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    The food was very good. The scallops were phenomenal. My wife had chicken saltimbocca and it was good, but not on the same level as the scallops. The tables for 2 are very small, so with wine, water, bread basket, appetizer & salads, it was a bit cramped. They could have spread the food delivery out a little more so we didn't wind up with an overloaded table. The atmosphere was very cool and had an "old Italian" feeling. We will definitely be coming back.
  22. Rhcejcdiners

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The quality of service was outstanding and the food excellent!
  23. PJGK

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    We had a group of nine celebrating a birthday. Everyone's food was delicious, our server was very nice and very good at her job. She was able to provide separate checks and divide the guest of honor's bill evenly among us, per our request. Service was a little slow as the evening progressed but it was a Saturday night, the restaurant was very busy, full of people enjoying their drinks and dinners, so completely understandable, and we could see the waitstaff working really hard to accommodate all of the guests. We were very happy with our visit to the Earle!
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Northern MI

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a terrific meal. The service was spot on. It was our anniversary and they went over above to make us feel special.
  25. coachsok

    Detroit

    103 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    103 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Disappointed that we didn't get the customary $10 next-meal coupon since this was a birthday celebration.
  26. BethE

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Our friend ambulates with a walker. Although there is an elevator, there are steps throughout the restaurant to get to tables and restrooms, and some areas are tight to navigate through. We were not aware of this. Our waitperson was kind enough to assist him with hauling the walker up and down levels, but it would have been nice to be aware of this before visiting.
  27. JeremyO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service is always amazing here. The mood is also excellent, with candles and jazz.
  28. JimFromChelseaMI

    Detroit

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Got together with in-laws, and this was my recommendation. We weren’t disappointed. The menu is extensive so everyone ordered something they liked. The sommelier helped us with an excellent wine that complimented two of our entrees. Desserts were excellent. Try the salmon and the Delmonico steak!
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Out waitress Lara was absolutely wonderful! She was attentive, helpful and charming.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    Nice atmosphere, service was slow an hour to get food, food flavor was nothing special. Actually disappointed
  31. MichelleT

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a wonderful restaurant to celebrate our daughter's college graduation. We had a great table near the band & enjoyed a great meal with a beautiful bottle of wine. Our server Shawn was knowledgeable about the menu and very attentive to all of our needs. We will definitely be back.
  32. NateC

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Great ambiance. Had veal. Veal was cooked fine. The sauce was horrible and the veal was slathered with it. Less is more. Also, had the rice balls. Arancini it was not. I am told salads were good. Had an old fashioned. Must have been in a kid’s glass with an extra shot of bourbon. Way too strong. I drink regularly so if it is strong for me, well the. … Won’t be back anytime soon.
  33. LauraB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great food and exceptional wine list. Made us feel special as we celebrated our wedding anniversary.
  34. ReedS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The Earle specializes in the little things. Even on graduation weekend the attention paid to us, and the attention to detail was remarkable.
  35. MaureenK

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Amazing dinner and absolutely wonderful service. Enjoyed everything!
  36. pickyme

    New York Area

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was better than ever! We had all our favorite apps and mains. Thanks for putting the mussels on the dinner menu. (We miss the happy hour, please think about bringing it back) The veal and lamb were delicious. Kevin paired the perfect wine for us. The lemon rosemary sorbet was especially welcome after the rich dinner but we could not resist our old favorites of almond cake and chocolate mousse. After all these decades it is still our favorite place to celebrate special occasions or just indulge in a great evening.
  37. travis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for our anniversary, we had a great time! Food was great!
  38. BarbaraS

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Great food. Waiter was a little rushed but ok. Table was uncomfortable - tiny booth. Prices reasonable if using a coupon.
  39. Edmudz

    Detroit

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Food was very good and the server was great. Room was quiet and dimly lit. There was no entertainment, but the background music was good.
  40. SallyW

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience5
    Had dinner Saturday night April 22. Hadn’t been to the Earle for several years, but an old favorite. The food was fantastic we all agreed. It was crowded which was good to see but the service was VERY slow

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from The Earle using the Order Online button. The Earle also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (734) 994-0211.

The Earle is rated 4.7 stars by 3496 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 17 times today
Google Map for The Earle

121 West Washington, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Ashley

  • Neighborhood

    Ann Arbor

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, French, Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Public parking is available nearby:1) Large public surface lot that occupies the entire city block, bounded by Huron, First, Washington and Ashley. Entrances are on Ashley (northbound) and First (southbound). This lot is "kitty-corner" from our entrance2) City parking structures 1/2 blocks west of The Earle and 1 1/2 blocks east of The Earle

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Jason Buquet

  • Entertainment

    Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday we have solo performers (piano or guitar) that play from 8pm until 10pm.On Friday and Saturday we have a soft jazz trio (usually piano, bass and drums). The trio plays from 8:30pm until close. No cover anytime.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (734) 994-0211

  • Private party facilities

    The Earle offers three separate private dining rooms with seating for 6 to 30

  • Private party contact

    Zoe Cowan: (734) 994-0211

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