Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Ann Arbor

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Weber's Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (4895)

$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

Lindy

Dined 6 days ago

An absolutely beautiful dinner with outstanding staff and thoughtful menu

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4.8

4.8 (3981)

$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.

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Scott

Dined on Apr 17, 2025

Great food and great service. The Earle had an incredible wine list and the ambiance is amazing.

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Popular dish

Salmon in Puff Pastry

Popular dish

French Onion Soup

Gandy Dancer

4.6

4.6 (6645)

$30 and under

Seafood

Ann Arbor

About the restaurant

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.

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Melissa

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

Our anniversary dinner was perfect. Loved the crab cake, scallops and risotto was delicious, also recommend the crab stuffed salmon, and of course the creme brulee was on point! Our cocktails were delicious and strong, always love the pomegranate martini!

Salt Springs Brewery

4.6

4.6 (858)

$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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CourtneyVIP

Dined 6 days ago

The food was excellent and Lauren was a great server!

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Experience

Brunch at the Brewery

4.7

4.7 (795)

$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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JacobVIP

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

Gordy & crew are the best in A2 If you want a truly intimate dining experience, this is your place Just book it

Bitter Truth

4.8

4.8 (20)

$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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CamieVIP

Dined on Mar 22, 2025

Overall great experience. Drinks and food were very good. Service was slow for getting drinks and picking up the table after we finished drinks and food.

Mediterrano

4.7

4.7 (1553)

$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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SebylVIP

Dined on Apr 17, 2025

A hidden gem in Ann Arbor. Outstanding flavors. We ordered the Brussels sprouts, lamb chops, feta cheese with honey, shrimp Alfredo and Sangria. All was so delicious. Five stars for the ambience and staff too.

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Ann Arbor

4.6

4.6 (1744)

$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 salesannarbor@ruthschris.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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Chasta

Dined on Apr 5, 2025

Thanks for the excellent night and delicious food!

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4.5

4.5 (107)

$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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RuthVIP

Dined on Apr 11, 2025

We were lucky to be seated in a booth, which helped lower the otherwise high noise volume. My grilled cheese sandwich was good, not great. Husband liked his chicken pot pie. Sorry to see they dropped shrimp and grits from the menus, and also dropped the Hot Brown sandwich. The menu, in my opinion, is less interesting than it used to be, though some favorites like the tomato pies, crab cakes, and delicious short ribs with cheese polenta are still there. I will eat there again, especially in summer when we can eat outdoors.

Zingerman's Roadhouse

4.8

4.8 (4002)

$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

Alex

Dined 2 days ago

Our faborite spot, rhe one we choose over all others and have for decades.

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