Ann Arbor · Washtenaw County, MI
Nightlife in Ann Arbor
Scout analyzed 99 Ann Arbor places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.
Places analyzed
99
Matches
12
Typical spend
$75
Typical visit
1.4 hr
Best neighborhoods for nightlife
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
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.
Mitchell
Monty's Public House
Monty's Public House is a casual, affordable pub good for a relaxed evening drink or simple meal. Expect to spend $10-30 per person for an hour and a half visit.
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.
Nightlife
Ziggy's
Ziggy's is a bar and coffee shop that hosts live music, suitable for a casual outing or an evening drink. Expect to spend 1-3 hours and $10-30 per person.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nightlife
The Ravens Club
The Ravens Club is suitable for an evening out focused on cocktails and small plates, often before or after another activity downtown. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $50-$100 per person.
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.
Haisley
Arbor Brewing Company Session Room
Arbor Brewing Company Session Room is a good stop for a casual meal or drinks with friends, fitting well into an evening plan after other activities. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-$50 per person on food and beer.
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.
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What Scout found
- 12 of the 99 analyzed Ann Arbor places fit nightlife.
- 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 17% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Social, Relaxed, Romantic, Upscale, Playful, Quirky.
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