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Things to do in Old West Side

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Typical spend

$80

Typical visit

1.5 hr

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Cocktails · 15Food · 13Live music · 6Outdoors · 2Sports · 2Views · 2

Best spots in Old West Side

Old West Side

Jagged Fork

Jagged Fork is a relaxed breakfast and lunch spot, good for a casual meal. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and $15-25 per person for a meal and a drink.

FoodRelaxed
★ 3.9$15–$25 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
The Chop House Ann Arbor

Old West Side

The Chop House Ann Arbor

The Chop House is suitable for an upscale dinner, often for special occasions or a refined date night. Expect a visit of around 1.5 hours with a high per-person cost.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$100–$250 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
The Last Word

Old West Side

The Last Word

This stylish cocktail bar is ideal for a relaxed date night or pre/post-dinner drinks. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-75 per person on drinks and small bites.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
The Grotto - Watering Hole

Old West Side

The Grotto - Watering Hole

The Grotto is a good spot for a casual evening out, offering craft drinks in an industrial setting. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-$50 per person on drinks and possibly some food.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
The Earle Restaurant

Old West Side

The Earle Restaurant

The Earle is a cozy underground spot for French-Italian dining with an extensive wine list and live jazz, making it suitable for a romantic dinner or a quiet evening out. Plan for a 1.5-2 hour visit and a spend of $50-120 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$50–$120 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Echelon Kitchen and Bar

Old West Side

Echelon Kitchen and Bar

Echelon Kitchen and Bar is suitable for an upscale dinner and drinks, potentially as a main event or paired with a show. Expect a visit of 1.5-2 hours, with costs typically ranging from $75-$150 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Black Pearl

Old West Side

Black Pearl

Black Pearl is a sleek seafood restaurant good for an evening date or special celebration. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and around $40-$80 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$40–$80 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
The Blind Pig

Old West Side

The Blind Pig

This is a classic bar for catching live music, often for a modest cover charge. Expect to spend a few hours here, perhaps pairing it with a casual dinner beforehand, with drinks and entry typically costing $15-40 per person.

CocktailsLive musicRelaxed
$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Frita Batidos Ann Arbor

Old West Side

Frita Batidos Ann Arbor

Frita Batidos is a good spot for a casual meal of Cuban street food and tropical drinks, often pairing well with a downtown Ann Arbor outing. Expect to spend 60-90 minutes and about $15-35 per person for a meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Babs' Underground

Old West Side

Babs' Underground

Babs' Underground is a good spot for a sophisticated evening drink or a post-dinner activity with martinis and single-malts. Expect to spend $30-$80 per person for drinks and some entertainment, typically staying for 1-2 hours.

CocktailsSportsRelaxed
$30–$80 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Pacific Rim By Kana

Old West Side

Pacific Rim By Kana

This is a good spot for a romantic dinner or special occasion, offering Pan-Asian fare and a curated wine list. Plan for about 1.5 hours and expect to spend $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Bill's Beer Garden

Old West Side

Bill's Beer Garden

Bill's Beer Garden is good for a casual evening outing, typically for 1-2 hours, for drinks and light food. Expect to spend $15-35 per person and plan for it only during good weather.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
The Circ Bar

Old West Side

The Circ Bar

The Circ Bar is a good spot for evening drinks and food with friends or a date, particularly when aiming for sunset views from the rooftop. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $30-75 per person, making it a good anchor for a night out.

CocktailsFoodViews
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
The Ark

Old West Side

The Ark

The Ark is a classic venue for an evening of acoustic live music, suitable for a date night or solo outing. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $35-80 per person on tickets and a drink or two.

Live musicCocktailsArts
$35–$80 typical2.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Nightcap

Old West Side

Nightcap

Nightcap is ideal for an evening out, whether as a full stop or a post-dinner drink. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person for drinks and possibly some small plates.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Blue LLama Jazz Club and Restaurant

Old West Side

Blue LLama Jazz Club and Restaurant

Blue LLama is suitable for a 2-3 hour evening date or special occasion, offering dinner and live jazz. Expect to spend $75-$150 per person for food, drinks, and potentially a cover charge.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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