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Gandy Dancer, Ann Arbor, MI

Gandy Dancer

4.6
4.6
6647 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
401 Depot St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 63 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
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
  • 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
  • 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

Private dining

What 6,647 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Seafood

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Most Booked

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Food

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Service

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Ambiance

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Value

  • Ann Arbor

    Good for special occasions

  • Ann Arbor

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gandy Dancer, nestled in a historic train depot in Ann Arbor, captivates with its "wonderful atmosphere" and "fantastic service." Diners praise the "delicious food," particularly the seafood selections. While some note inconsistencies in food quality, the "charming" ambiance and attentive staff make it a "must-visit" for special occasions.

6,647 Reviews
  1. Marian

    Detroit1 review

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Half of the dishes were cold when they arrived at our table. Tasted good but cold. Very disappointing for t He Gandy.

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  2. Mark

    Detroit1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always...excellent food and service! Great job.

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  3. Raymond

    Detroit1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We will definitely be back!!! Kyle Did an Amazing job of explaining everything and his recommendations were Absolutely awesome!

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  4. chris VIP

    Los Angeles89 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Sole and steak were good. Desserts very good. Drinks a treat. Rice is always a disappointment. More veggies and not under cooked please Waitress was a bit over enthusiastic. I come for the ambiance. Great place.

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  5. Naomi

    Detroit1 review

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Bucatini with shrimp and crab was really bland and disappointing. Caesar salad also bland and could have used more dressing. Others at my table liked their dishes more. Service was excellent. 

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  6. SueQ

    Cleveland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was top notch starting with the valet drivers. Our waiter was funny, attentive and professional. The food was delicious.

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  7. Chris

    Detroit33 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Generally fantastic food as always. Fish and scallops were perfect. Risotto was a big hit. Good drinks. Great atmosphere. Tonight the food and drinks were slower than usual to get served. But the only real complaint is how hot it was. 82 degree day, unusually warm outside made it very warm inside. Guess the AC wasn’t operating yet.

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  8. Melissa

    Detroit2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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!

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  9. Nancy

    Grand Rapids1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service! Food was great. Wonderful atmosphere for lunch.

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  10. Kathryn

    Detroit1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    When making the reservation I indicated it was for a birthday and 2 people in our party of 6 are vegetarians. The menu was not something that's printed daily, it was their standard menu. The vegetarians in our party ordered "smoked mozzarella ravioli,' the only vegetarian main dish option. About 20 minutes after placing the order our waitstaff apologized and said they were all out! Nothing was offered in its stead, not even pasta with some fresh vegetables. Can the chef not prepare something on the fly? It was extremely disappointing and despite the fact that our family has been going there for over 30 years, I don't think we'll be back.

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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 6647 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 63 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
  • Phone number
  • 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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