Guidebook for Ann Arbor
Food Scene
Ohhhh....the Lablabi is my favorite! Also fabulous dishes of hummus, tabbouleh, Tunisian Salad, lamb meatballs, chickpea battered mushrooms, byo with a beer store next door? This place is within walking distance and CAN NOT be beat. Also Gelato.
9 locals recommend
El Harissa Market Cafe
1516 N Maple RdOhhhh....the Lablabi is my favorite! Also fabulous dishes of hummus, tabbouleh, Tunisian Salad, lamb meatballs, chickpea battered mushrooms, byo with a beer store next door? This place is within walking distance and CAN NOT be beat. Also Gelato.
Vegetarian and vegan options in a crunchy setting, Ann Arborites love the local sourcing and quaint atmosphere. Coffee is also pretty darn good.
22 locals recommend
Juicy Kitchen
1506 N Maple RdVegetarian and vegan options in a crunchy setting, Ann Arborites love the local sourcing and quaint atmosphere. Coffee is also pretty darn good.
Essentials
This is the best Aldi that I've ever been to. Tons of organic options and always surprise finds. Don't forget a quarter to deposit on the cart, take a shopping bag, and only buy fruit and veggies if you'll eat them within a couple days.
18 locals recommend
ALDI
2340 Dexter AveThis is the best Aldi that I've ever been to. Tons of organic options and always surprise finds. Don't forget a quarter to deposit on the cart, take a shopping bag, and only buy fruit and veggies if you'll eat them within a couple days.
Kroger
2641 Plymouth RdDependable grocery with everything you need without breaking your wallet.
This is a good place that will get you in fast if there is a medical emergency. Far quicker and more personal that the emergency room.
IHA Urgent Care - WestArbor
4350 Jackson RdThis is a good place that will get you in fast if there is a medical emergency. Far quicker and more personal that the emergency room.
Shopping
Swanky grocer with all the best sourced seafood, meats, breads, and cheeses. The sommelier is on hand to pick out a perfect wine for any budget or meal. There is a salad bar and hot bar similar to Whole Foods but way better. Best buy here is blue cheese crumbles, Michigan craft beers, and Zingerman's bread.
62 locals recommend
Plum Market
375 N Maple RdSwanky grocer with all the best sourced seafood, meats, breads, and cheeses. The sommelier is on hand to pick out a perfect wine for any budget or meal. There is a salad bar and hot bar similar to Whole Foods but way better. Best buy here is blue cheese crumbles, Michigan craft beers, and Zingerman's bread.
In addition to housing the best fish and meat market in town, the Farmer's market is here Wednesdays and Saturdays. A must do! Visit the red tent of White Lotus farm and pick up an "Oh!" It's a delicious doughnut reinvented that you will love. Go early, they always sell out.
93 locals recommend
Kerrytown Markets and Shops
303-315 Detroit StIn addition to housing the best fish and meat market in town, the Farmer's market is here Wednesdays and Saturdays. A must do! Visit the red tent of White Lotus farm and pick up an "Oh!" It's a delicious doughnut reinvented that you will love. Go early, they always sell out.
Sightseeing
No matter the weather, there is always something beautiful to see here.
18 locals recommend
Matthaei Botanical Gardens
Matthaei Botanical GardensNo matter the weather, there is always something beautiful to see here.
The stone that built this part of the university was brought over from Oxford. It's beautiful, especially in fall when the ivy that climbs it turns red.
22 locals recommend
Law Quadrangle
625 S State StThe stone that built this part of the university was brought over from Oxford. It's beautiful, especially in fall when the ivy that climbs it turns red.
Entertainment & Activities
Michigan Stadium
1201 S Main StThe Big House. It's huge.
Pinball Petes
1214 S University AveFun games in a well established arcade.
Well cared for animals near the city that are fun to pet and feed.
6 locals recommend
The Petting Farm at Domino's Farms
3001 Earhart RdWell cared for animals near the city that are fun to pet and feed.
Rescued birds of prey and other animals adopted by locals. A gem in our town for sure.
10 locals recommend
Leslie Science and Nature Center
1831 Traver RdRescued birds of prey and other animals adopted by locals. A gem in our town for sure.
Lots of fun things to learn and play with here. A great time for all ages.
71 locals recommend
Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
220 E Ann StLots of fun things to learn and play with here. A great time for all ages.
Arts & Culture
This sculpture is fun to spin, and an iconic part of college life on campus.
7 locals recommend
The Cube
Richard L Kennedy DriveThis sculpture is fun to spin, and an iconic part of college life on campus.
Acoustically perfect. Any show sounds great here and it's beautiful.
27 locals recommend
Hill Auditorium
825 N University AveAcoustically perfect. Any show sounds great here and it's beautiful.
University of Michigan Museum of Art
525 S State StParks & Nature
Boasting one of the largest peony gardens , this collection of trails along the river is beautiful. If your timing is right, you may even catch a Shakespearean play.
61 locals recommend
University of Michigan Nichols Arboretum
1610 Washington HeightsBoasting one of the largest peony gardens , this collection of trails along the river is beautiful. If your timing is right, you may even catch a Shakespearean play.
Grab a kayak and ride the cascades. It's a beautiful way to see the city.
70 locals recommend
Argo Park Canoe & Kayak Livery
1055 Longshore DrGrab a kayak and ride the cascades. It's a beautiful way to see the city.
A short walk from the house, there's a few hills and views of the river. Gorgeous.
33 locals recommend
Bird Hills Nature Area
1850 Newport RoadA short walk from the house, there's a few hills and views of the river. Gorgeous.
County park on a lake. It costs a few dollars to get in but there's a nice swimming beach as well as a water park, additional fees for that.
6 locals recommend
Independence Lake County Park
3200 Jennings RdCounty park on a lake. It costs a few dollars to get in but there's a nice swimming beach as well as a water park, additional fees for that.