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Visitors Guide 2018 Ann Arbor Area Visitors Guide 2018 ANN ARBOR H CHELSEA H DEXTER H MANCHESTER H MILAN H SALINE H YPSILANTI VisitAnnArbor.org Located conveniently near the University of Michigan, Eastern Michigan University, Concordia University and Washtenaw Community College. Convenience Daily complimentary breakfast, indoor pool & hot tub, billiards room, gazebo & gardens, in-room refrigerator, microwave and complimentary WiFi. Call 734-973-6100 to receive a special room rate when you mention the promo code below. ValuePROMO CODE: CVB18 ANN ARBOR REGENT HOTEL & SUITES 2455 C�������� R���, A�� A����, MI 48108 • 734-973-6100 F�� 734-973-6142 • A��A����R�����.��� The Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest TRAVEL Resort offers luxuriously appointed guest rooms and suites with beautiful views of the Eagle Crest Golf Course and Ford Lake. BRILLIANTLY We're on a journey to make your travel experience uncomplicated, unforgettable and brilliant. 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This is 2017 Best Cities to Live in America #1 Ann Arbor, Niche.com where the best creative The 15 U.S. Towns Most Worthy of a Day Trip #5 Ann Arbor, Esquire.com ideas come to life Top 20 Happiest Cities to Work in Right Now through events, music, #3 Ann Arbor, Forbes.com Top Destinations for Solo Travel 2017 and shops; where #4 Ann Arbor, Flipkey.com athletes reach for the Arts and Culture in Abundance stars and chefs work Although geographically small, the area is renowned magic in the kitchen. for its cultural offerings. Its art galleries, museums, and diverse array of music, dance, and theatrical This is where you’ll performances deliver a depth and breadth of find local produce, live experiences on par with large metropolitan areas. music, and luminous White Lotus Farms (above), a working farm that operates a bakery and creamery, is a favorite family destination. art. This is where life The University of Michigan Museum of Art (center) is is different. considered one of the finest university art museums in the U.S. At the Yankee Air Museum (far right) you can explore aviation displays and a fleet of military aircraft. 3 Welcome Fine Dining to Simple Favorites Those looking for a culinary adventure will appreciate the nearly 300 restaurants within a 20-mile radius of the Ann Arbor area. You’ll find whatever dining experience you are seeking —from townie-frequented eateries to nationally known restaurants. Zingerman’s Delicatessen (left) is famous for its award- winning sandwiches and unique array of food items. Alfresco dining, popular in the warmer months, turns city streets into outdoor cafes. For the Fun of It The award-winning Ann Arbor Art Fair (center bottom) draws an annual crowd of nearly 500,000, transforming the streets of downtown into a gigantic outdoor art gallery. Fall’s football Saturdays attract more than 100,000 fans who gather at “The Big House” to watch the Michigan Wolverines (left). Passage as Cozy and Luxurious As Your Hotel Room. You’re visiting Ann Arbor for a U of M Sport Event, Main Street Dining, Corporate Meeting, Arts and Music, University Business or just because! Now choose an Ann Arbor born company to provide the chauffeur, vehicle and a promise of exceptional service - to make your visit complete! GoldenLimo.com | 734.668.8282 | Safe, Legal, Insured, On-Demand Transportation Reservations can be placed via our app (ModeCar), website (mymodecar.com) or at 734.707.9707. On Time or On Us Reserve 30 min+ in advance and we will arrive on time or it’s free. 5 Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS AREA GOLF GUIDE ....................... 54 WELCOME................................ 2 RESTAURANTS .......................... 56 ALPHABETICAL LIST .................... 58 ARTS & CULTURE ......................... 6 ANN ARBOR RESTAURANTS .............. 59 MUSEUMS ............................. 8 AMERICAN............................ 59 PERFORMING ARTS...................... 9 BREAKFAST SPECIALTIES AND COFFEE ..... 62 CARIBBEAN/CUBAN .................... 62 ATTRACTIONS . 12 CHINESE.............................. 62 ATTRACTIONS ......................... 14 CREOLE/CAJUN ........................ 63 MOVIE THEATERS ...................... 16 DELIS & SUB SHOPS .................... 63 NIGHTLIFE ............................ 17 ETHIOPIAN............................ 63 MICROBREWERIES and TASTING ROOMS... 19 EUROPEAN............................ 63 COMEDY CLUBS........................ 19 GERMAN .............................65 NEARBY ATTRACTIONS.................. 20 INDIAN............................... 65 michiginn... IRISH ................................65 UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN ............... 22 ITALIAN .............................. 65 JAPANESE............................. 65 innto a friendly EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY......... 25 WASHTENAW COMMUNITY COLLEGE ...... 26 KOREAN .............................. 66 MEDITERRANEAN ...................... 66 ann arbor visit... SHOPPING.............................. 28 MEXICAN/SOUTHWESTERN/LATIN AMERICAN ART GALLERIES ........................ 30 ..................................... 67 We innvite you to enjoy Ann Arbor’s greenest Passage as Cozy BOOKSTORES.......................... 31 PAN ASIAN............................ 67 ANTIQUE and VINTAGE SHOPS............ 32 PIZZERIAS ............................ 67 & friendliest hotel...conveniently located near SPECIALTY STORES ..................... 33 PUBS AND EATERIES.................... 68 The University of Michigan campus and SWEET TREATS......................... 68 and Luxurious FOOD SPECIALTY STORES ................ 35 Ann Arbor’s downtown area. U-PICKS, FARMERS MARKETS, FALL ACTIVITIES THAI ................................. 69 ..................................... 35 TURKISH.............................. 69 VEGETARIAN/VEGAN ...................69 As Your Hotel Room. AREA COMMUNITIES..................... 40 VIETNAMESE .......................... 69 MAPS ..................................42 CHELSEA RESTAURANTS................. 69 DEXTER RESTAURANTS.................. 71 You’re visiting Ann Arbor for a U of M Sport Event, Main Street Dining, CALENDAR OF EVENTS ................... 44 MANCHESTER RESTAURANTS ............71 Near the University of Michigan Corporate Meeting, Arts and Music, University Business or just because! RECREATION ............................ 48 MILAN RESTAURANTS ..................71 COLLEGE SPORTS....................... 50 SALINE RESTAURANTS .................. 71 we’re true. blue. & here for you! PRO SPORTS ..........................50 YPSILANTI RESTAURANTS ............... 72 Now choose an Ann Arbor born company to provide the chauffeur, vehicle AUTO RACING ......................... 50 US-23 & Plymouth Rd. and a promise of exceptional service - to make your visit complete! BICYCLE RENTAL ....................... 50 ACCOMMODATIONS...................... 79 BOWLING............................. 50 HOTELS/MOTELS ........................ 80 734.769.9800 CAMPGROUNDS ....................... 50 BED AND BREAKFASTS................... 83 hiannarbor.com CANOE AND KAYAK RENTAL.............. 50 OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS . 83 GOLFING.............................. 50 TRANSPORTATION....................... 84 GoldenLimo.com HIKING . 51 ADVERTISERS’ INDEX .................... 84 | 734.668.8282 | ICE SKATING........................... 51 MISCELLANEOUS....................... 51 ROCK CLIMBING ....................... 51 H Member of the NEARBY DOWNHILL SKIING.............. 52 Convention and Visitors Bureau SWIMMING ........................... 52 Safe, Legal, Insured, GUIDE TO AREA PARKS . 52 On-Demand Transportation Events and Visitor Information Ann Arbor Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Ypsi Real Visitor Center Reservations can be placed via our app (ModeCar), 315 W. Huron St., Suite 340, Ann Arbor MI, 48103 106 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, MI 48197 website (mymodecar.com) or at 734.707.9707. Phone ........................ (734) 995-7281 Phone ........................ (734) 483-4444 . .(800) 888-9487 . .(800) 265-9045 Fax ........................... (734) 995-7283
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