Dining in Ann Arbor, Michigan is an experience in worldly cultures. If you have a taste for something specific, chances are that any of the unique Ann Arbor neighborhoods has just what your taste buds desire. Ann Arbor is generally known for its varied cuisine with a multi-cultural flair. Restaurant dining covers the top chef gamut of Asian, Middle Eastern, Caribbean, Spanish and good ole Saturday American menus. A taste of Ann Arbor’s delectable dining environment, includes:
Mani Osteria & Bar
- Italian
- Downtown Ann Arbor
- 341 E Liberty St
- Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Mani Osteria and Bar is a great family friendly restaurant and bar, which specializes in the best in Italian cuisine. Mahogany oak tables, with woodwork trim, as well as white linen sets the tone for this perfect family atmosphere, with dishes prepared by a top chef. Their menu features such fares as pasta, pizza, barbecue ribs, grilled sandwiches, antipasti, soup, crispy pork belly with apricot marmalade, and many specially prepared seafood dishes. While you are enjoying these amazing dishes, you might want to down a glass of Ann Arbor’s popular craft beer, old world wines, and specialty cocktails. They are open, almost daily, to delight your palate, from Tuesday – Sunday.
Jerusalem Garden
- Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
- Downtown Ann Arbor
- 307 S 5th Ave
- Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Don’t be fooled by the little light brown and green building in this downtown neighborhood. It resembles the many residential homes around it, however it’s the home of Jerusalem Garden, a wonderful restaurant whose menu is filled with big authentic Mediterranean tastes. The University of Michigan students love this restaurant because of its affordability, its proximity to the campus, and large portions of vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Whether take-out or dine in, the Jerusalem Garden serves offerings that include hummus, grilled shish kabob, falafel patties, baklava, tabbouli, rice pilaf, mjaddara, soup and salad. The atmosphere is like the neighborhood, old world friendly, helpful, and there is plenty of parking. They welcome you daily for lunch and dinner and their catering service is fast and delicious.
Casey’s Tavern
- American
- 304 Depot St
- Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Casey’s Tavern is a great traditional beer and hamburger style bar. Casey’s is one of the many local neighborhood taverns, sprinkled throughout Ann Arbor. Located across the street from the train station, you can find Casey’s Tavern in the historic neighborhood of Depot Street. It is the neighborhood gathering spot, especially during playoff games. Their menu is the great American cuisine of steaks, beer, fries, burgers, salads, fish, deli sandwiches, vegetables, and their “blackboard specials.” Casey’s was voted Michigan’s best neighborhood tavern because of the dining experience that it provides. Casey offers menu specials for the whole family, many of which are classic foods like black bean chili with grated cheese, onions and sour cream. They are open six days a week, from 11 to 11.
Ann Arbor is a mix of the old and the new, of luxury and affordability. The communities, the people, the entertainment, and the dining experiences help to make Ann Arbor a vibrant, growing, and culturally mixed restaurant for people who believe in living life to the fullest.