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The West End Grill, Ann Arbor, MI

The West End Grill

4.7
4.7
585 Reviews
$50 and over
American
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.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    American, Fine cuts, Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (734) 747-6260

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Private party facilities

    At the West End Grill, you will be provided with a unique and intimate, private dining experience. Exclusive use of the restaurant and our next level service, add a special touch that will elevate your wedding, birthday, business function or holiday party. Call the restaurant at 734.747.6260 for more information, and to book your event.

  • Neighborhood

    Ann Arbor

  • Cross street

    W. Liberty St. and S. Ashley St.

  • Parking details

    There is meter parking available on W. Liberty St., S. Ashley St. and S. Main St. There are also two flat lots close by (S. Ashley St. Lot and First and Huron Parking Lot). The closest parking structure is at S. First St. and W. Washington St.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Popular dishes

What 585 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    American

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Overall

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Food

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Service

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Ambiance

  • Ann Arbor

    Good for business meals

  • Ann Arbor

    Neighborhood gem

  • Ann Arbor

    Romantic

  • Ann Arbor

    Good for special occasions

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect evening to celebrate our anniversary with Kevin as our waiter. Delicious sea bass and salmon! Appetizers, drinks, everything was excellent.
  2. AdamP

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience5
    I'm certain we were there on an off day but everything about the experience, other than the ambiance and the carrot cake, was bad.
  3. dsbmmb

    Detroit

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent meal. The table was beautifully set, everything we ordered was perfectly prepared and served…delicious. Our server, Alex, was wonderful which made our first visit to the restaurant a great experience.
  4. JimL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was attentive, yet not overbearing, the quality of the food was excellent. Nice to be in a place where you could actually hear each other!
  5. jlh1

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent and the service was very good.
  6. Arcadior

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service - always enjoyable and a solid choice.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food with a variety of choices. Server was attentive without being overly so.
  8. LarryR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have a very nice dinner experience at the West End Grill. The food and Service were excellent.
  9. Sassafras

    Detroit

    31 reviews

    3.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall3food2service1ambience1
    Our usual special occasion place for more than 20 years, it has now disappointed. Slow service - 10 minutes before drink order. Greasy fried calamari. Plate presentation for dinner looked like something served in grade school cafeteria. Noisy because we were seated next to large party. It had always been a quietly upscale, elegant restaurant in the past. Not sure how the staff could quiet down 2 large, separate tables who appeared to be there on a business outing. But, hey the wine and cocktails were outstanding.
  10. TLeeD

    Northern MI

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Dinner. Scallop dish was very tasty with mushrooms and some spinach but not enough scallops for cost. Short ribs awesome and tender but beans that came with were very tough. Burger was good but ya gotta love pimento. Beet salad excellent. Service excellent.
  11. JeffM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food and great service. The seafood strudel was wonderful. Also would highly recommend the sea bass.
  12. jimm

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love West End. Unfortunately, every time I go I get the wonderful sea bass so I can't elaborate on the rest of the menu. No place better in town. Awesome for corporate meetings when you can get a vendor to pick up the check!
  13. MichaelZ

    New York Area

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    It was a bit loud this time but the staff was extremely accommodating and gracious. This is a wonderful place and I highly recommend it.
  14. WendyJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious a- the fish and appetizers were wonderful and the waiter Rich was truly amazing. The atmosphere was so nice and festive. Will definitely be back!
  15. DougG

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great service. Wine list was fine, but an expanded list into unusual areas would be worth considering (maybe that is just me). Overall, a great experience. I will be back
  16. Deborah

    Cleveland

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall3food1service5ambience4
    The service was great. The seafood strudel was good,, but overall the food was overpriced and underwhelming.
  17. KatA2

    Detroit

    37 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall3food2service1ambience4
    We were a party of 6 celebrating a milestone birthday. The food was very disappointing for the prices they charge. Only 1 out of 6 of us thought their entree was really good. We did not order red meat so maybe they are better at that There are many other better restaurants in the area that are less expensive but likely not open on a Monday …. Service was good however. They did not offer the celebrant a comped dessert which was surprising
  18. oldschoolsnob

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Enjoyed our experience. Consistently great service and cuisine when we go here . Gabriel is excellent server and our entrees were delicious . Particularly the lamb chops and fried artichokes , delicious!
  19. RobertM

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    For the price, the food did not meet expectations.
  20. LynneR

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Kevin is Fantastic! We had a very nice romantic dinner. Food, drinks and service were wonderful.
  21. BrianM

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    West End Grill provided a perfect setting for a special evening. We had not dined there since pre-Covid days and, thankfully, nothing changed. The food, the service, the ambience were absolutely first rate. West End truly is a jewel in the Ann Arbor dining scene.
  22. BandC

    Grand Rapids

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Filet Bearnaise was outstanding, as was our Seafood Strudel appetizer and Creme Brulee dessert...waitress was fantastic as well. Hidden gem.

    The West End GrillResponded on April 2, 2023THANK YOU! It was great to have you in last night! Come see us again soon.

  23. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful ambience, service, and food. Lovely evening out with friends. Highly recommend.

    The West End GrillResponded on April 2, 2023Thank you for the nice review! Come back soon!

  24. JustineB

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Alex was outstanding as our waitress. When inquiring about a dessert, she brought out an entire platter and described each selection and gave us recommendations on pairing it with drinks. She answered any questions we had on the spot. This was definitely a top favorite dining experience for my husband and I. The food was great. Obviously on the expensive side, but you already know that before walking in if you look at the menu. We were looking for seafood and had the swordfish and seabass and was not disappointed. Thank you Alex for an awesome dinner experience!

    The West End GrillResponded on April 2, 2023We appreciate your patronage so much! Hope so see you back soon. I read this review to Alex and it made her day! - Gordy GM

  25. BobS

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. Our waiter was great. Had a great dinner
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Had the ravioli appetizer, it was very delicious. My wife’s filet was absolutely perfect. I had the burger. Disappointed at the amount of bacon pimento cheese on it and couldn’t not taste it, but the beef was cooked perfectly. I’ve had larger burgers for half the price. Not worth $28. Our server was wonderful and fun. They treated us with a free dessert as it was my wife birthday, very kind and thoughtful of the restaurant and server.
  27. applehazar

    Detroit

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dinner. Private table semi enclosed for a business dinner. Wait staff outstanding! Great suggestions. Seafood appetizer was the very best suggestion. My filet with crab was perfectly cooked. The best dinner in my 15 years in ann arbor.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    One of the worst culinary experiences my fiancee and I have ever had - service was extremely slow (took 10 minutes for the server to come to our table in the first place), and none of the food tasted anywhere near good enough to justify the cost. The pork belly bao bun had an intense vinegar taste, the salad was drastically overpowered by blue cheese, and our entrees were served lukewarm (filet mignon and pan seared duck) with 3 steamed baby carrots topped with pepper flakes on the side. After one bite we told the waitress we were sending the dishes back and desired the check. For reference, I have never before in my life sent any dishes back in my years of fine dining. However a tasteless filet served lukewarm with a side of steamed baby carrots for $66 was enough for me to do so. I do not recommend this restaurant for anyone - it is nowhere near the quality experience the cost demands.
  29. KateV

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a fun experience with attentive staff and sublime menu choices.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our dining experience was wonderful. The food was delicious and our waiter was very attentive. It’s become our favorite place when we visit Ann Arbor.
  31. HopeH

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Quiet. Wonderful birthday celebration.
  32. DanielE

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The menu is very original and can cater to many varied palates. The quality of the food justifies the high price. Ideal for a date or a business dinner alike
  33. Magda

    Philadelphia

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It is a gem in the middle of Ann Arbor. Loved the ambiance. Food was innovative and great. Service was impecable. This will be our favorite restaurant when we visit Ann Arbor.
  34. JoanneC

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love that the table is blocked for a longer time period. It's a great place to relax with friends and have NO PRESSURE to leave.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very enjoyable atmosphere and great service. Will return for sure!
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner last night at TWEG was outstanding. We had the sea bass and scallops and pasta and both were delucious as were the shrimp dumplings. Nice reasonably priced French rose and a yummy chocolate tort made it even better. Our waitress was friendly, attentive and was right on track with her menu suggestions. My favorite A2 upscale dining spot.
  37. KatherineS

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was excellent and every bite was delicious. Upgrade to the beet salad!
  38. JasonB

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The short rib was excellent! So was the sea bass! Excellent service as well! One of my new favorites.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service
  40. SharonK

    Louisville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service, ambience and food were excellent. We’ll be back.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks

FAQs

The West End Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (734) 747-6260.

The West End Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 585 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 6 times today
Google Map for The West End Grill

120 W Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Additional information

  • Cross street

    W. Liberty St. and S. Ashley St.

  • Neighborhood

    Ann Arbor

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Fine cuts, Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    There is meter parking available on W. Liberty St., S. Ashley St. and S. Main St. There are also two flat lots close by (S. Ashley St. Lot and First and Huron Parking Lot). The closest parking structure is at S. First St. and W. Washington St.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

  • Phone number

    (734) 747-6260

  • Private party facilities

    At the West End Grill, you will be provided with a unique and intimate, private dining experience. Exclusive use of the restaurant and our next level service, add a special touch that will elevate your wedding, birthday, business function or holiday party. Call the restaurant at 734.747.6260 for more information, and to book your event.

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