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5 Best Restaurants in Ann Arbor, Michigan You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Ann Arbor, Michigan — a city where the red-brick streets pulse with the footsteps of students and professors, where the Huron River winds through neighborhoods stitched with memory and hope, where murals bloom on alley walls and the scent of coffee, curry, and barbecue drifts through the air. Here, the architecture is a patchwork: Victorian homes with wraparound porches, glassy new towers, and the gentle sprawl of parks and gardens. Ann Arbor is a crossroads — of old-timers and new arrivals, of artists, engineers, and dreamers, of families who picnic on the Diag and musicians who busk beneath the sycamores.

Ann Arbor, MI · 2d
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Michigan Restaurant Named to Exclusive List of the 27 Best Pizzas in America

Food & Wine released its list of the 27 best pizzas in America right now. Just one Michigan restaurant made the cut.

Michigan · 13d

The Detroit Free Press

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Who makes Birmingham's best burger? Winners revealed

For the second year in a row, diners crowned Terra Kitchen & Cocktails as the winner of Birmingham’s third annual burger competition. It was a close competition, Birmingham Shopping District officials and organizers of the event said. Overall, nearly 10,000 votes came in. Terra Kitchen & Cocktails’ Michigan Reserve burger garnered the highest combined rating and votes from diners, earning the restaurant Birmingham Best Burger title of the third annual event. The eatery’s Michigan Reserve burger is a 45-day house-ground, dry-aged beef blend with cherry wood-smoked pork belly, aged Michigan cheddar, Guernsey buttermilk crispy onions, dressed arugula, savory bourbon cherry jus, Traverse City cherry and a Mammoth Bourbon toasted sesame bun served with steakhouse potato wedges. Randy Foumia, owner of Terra Kitchen & Cocktails, said in a news release that participating was a “fun way to connect with the community and introduce new guests to Terra.” “Winning for the second year in a row speaks to our team's consistency and the incredible support of our guests,” Foumia said. The competition took place from Oct. 1 through Oct. 31. When diners ordered exclusive competition burgers at participating restaurants, they could rate the burger based on presentation, creativity and taste. Diners could

Birmingham, MI · 2d

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5 Best Restaurants in Toledo, Ohio You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Toledo, Ohio — a city where the Maumee River glides beneath bridges old and new, where glass and steel rise beside brick warehouses, and the laughter of families, artists, and dreamers mingles on tree-lined avenues. Here, the skyline is a patchwork: art deco towers, murals blooming on downtown walls, and the steady hum of industry softened by the warmth of neighborhood diners. Toledo is a crossroads — of Midwestern grit and quiet hope, of auto workers and musicians, of immigrants whose recipes and stories have become the city’s own.

Toledo, OH · 7d
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Generations Of Ann Arbor Students Have Ordered Burgers At The Counter Of Krazy Jim’s Blimpy Burger

Some Ann Arbor traditions come with a diploma, and some come with a bun. For more than seventy years, college students in this Michigan town have lined up at one small counter, rehearsed their order in their heads, and hoped they got the words right on the first try. Kids...

Ann Arbor, MI · 11d

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Abdul El-Sayed calls Metro Detroit shawarma spot the best. Its owner was moved to tears

Michigan senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed called Amo Sami’s Shawarma the best shawarma around, leaving its co-founder in tears and bringing new attention to the Metro Detroit restaurant.

Metro Detroit, MI · 1d

Cultivated Comfort

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Man Walks into the Worst Rated Restaurant in Flint Michigan Expecting a Disaster and Finds Out Whether the Reviews Were Fair

Some restaurants have a reputation before you ever sit down. Al’s Coney Island in Flint, Michigan,...

Flint, MI · 14d

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This Massive Michigan Farm Market Is A Grocery Lover’s Dream With A Huge Selection

More than 200 cheeses. A soup bar with over 36 rotating flavors. Coffee roasted in small batches right on site. All of that sits under one roof in Michigan, and the roof covers about 70,000 square feet. The whole thing started as a tiny roadside fruit stand back in 1959. I love a glow-up story, and this one is a beauty.

Lansing, MI · 2d

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This Ohio Mexican Restaurant Is Known For Enchiladas, Tacos, And Massive Portions

To reach the tacos at this spot, you walk through the aisles of a working Mexican grocery store. That alone made me want to know more. A meal that starts near the produce and pastries sounds like a good plan to me. The whole thing began as a small taco...

Toledo, OH · 12d

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This Vintage Michigan Diner Is a Local Legend

Some restaurants come and go, but this vintage Michigan diner has been serving up comfort food and unforgettable memories since the mid-1900s. With its shiny exterior, quirky walls, and famous breakfast dish piled high with crispy potatoes, veggies, and cheese, this little spot is anything but ordinary. It might not...

Ann Arbor, MI · 1d

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Pizza shop to close after friction with landlord

PLYMOUTH, Mich. (WXYZ) — A popular pizza shop in Plymouth is about to close its doors. Old Village General Pizza has hosted pizza-making classes and concerts since opening two years ago. But now the owner said he's being told his lease won't be renewed. Anthony Giglio said when he...

Plymouth, MI · 1d

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Ann Arbor's iconic Blimpy Burger reopens under new ownership

After seven months of temporary closure, the iconic Ann Arbor restaurant Krazy Jim's Blimpy Burger has reopened under new ownership. Blimpy opened in 1953 and has had two previous owners. Its four new local co-owners are Ethan Kaplan, Noah Kaplan, Pete Levin and Doug Botsford. Botsford admits the community is adapting to some changes at the restaurant.

Ann Arbor, MI · 2d

The Detroit News

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Dead or trapped pests found at Garden City eatery

Recent health inspections in some Garden City restaurants found accumulations of insects on insect traps and more between September and October, according to Wayne County Health Department inspection reports. Many of the violations have been corrected. The presence of violations in a past inspection does not necessarily mean the establishment has the same violations today. Inspection reports can be found at swordsolutions.com/inspections/. Below is a list of violations found at a few restaurants in Garden City. Great China Garden, 32293 Ford Road During a routine inspection on September 18, an inspector noted several problems at Great China Garden. ∎ Observed two bottles of powdered lye for floor drain cleaning near the dishwashing area. The bottles of lye state that they are for industrial use only, and warnings on the manufacturer's label indicate to keep this product away from kitchens due to its poisonous and fatal nature if swallowed. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be used according to the manufacturer's directions included in labeling and, for a pesticide, the manufacturer's label instructions that state that use is allowed in a food establishment. Remove all lye from the facility and discontinue use of lye for floor drain cleaning immediately. During inspection, the

Garden City, MI · 4d

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The 2 Michigan Restaurants That Just Made The New York Times Top 50 List

16 food critics traveled the country undercover, and only two Michigan spots made the final cut! One is turning heads with secret-recipe birria dishes, while the other serves up cozy Polish comfort food in a retro diner.

Detroit, MI · 3d

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Everyone Shops At Meijer, But These Michigan Produce Markets Offer Fresh Fruits And Vegetables At Bargain Prices

One Detroit market has been feeding the city since 1891, and it now covers six whole blocks. Six blocks of fruit, vegetables, and flowers. I can’t think of a better reason to skip the usual grocery run. That’s only one stop on this list. Another Michigan spot has run...

Detroit, MI · 1d

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The Fire Station Cafe In Michigan Will Ignite Your Love For Quirky Dining Spots

There are restaurants, and then there are destinations, and The Engine House in Mt. Clemens, Michigan falls firmly into the second category. You don’t just eat here. You experience something. The building announces itself before you even find a parking spot. It’s a former firehouse, and it carries that...

Mt Clemens, MI · 4d

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Ann Arbor Loses Afternoon Delight After Nearly 50 Years, Owner Says It's Time to Slow Down

Afternoon Delight, the downtown Ann Arbor breakfast and brunch spot that opened its doors in 1978, closed for good on Oct. 31 after nearly 50 years in business at 251 E. Liberty St. The closure comes after months of uncertainty over whether co-owner Joanne Williams would find someone to take over the restaurant before she retired.

Ann Arbor, MI · 1d

Lansing State Journal

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Owners of popular Old Town diner open Good Truckin' REO Town bites

LANSING — The owners of Good Truckin' Diner never intended to let the small storefront in REO Town where the business got its start over a decade ago sit empty for more than 18 months. Turning the 850-square-foot space at 1107 S. Washington Ave. into Good Truckin' REO Bites, a smaller offshoot of the diner that moved to Lansing's Old Town in 2025, took longer than Nick Sinicropi and business partner Nora Gorman thought it would. "We never planned for it to sit there that long," Sinicropi said. "It just, times got tough for everyone. I'm really excited to open." Good Truckin' Diner relocated to The Creole building at 1218 Turner St. in Old Town because it needed more room. The 134-year-old building was originally home to The Creole Cigar Co., then The Creole Gallery in the late 1990s. The Creole Burger Bar and Southern Kitchen closed there in September of 2024. Sinicropi and Gorman have transformed the original space on South Washington Avenue into a counter-service sandwich shop with a focus on a breakfast and all-day menu. The new restaurant opened its doors on Nov. 5 and offers a menu that includes hot dogs, tacos, hoagies, soft-serve ice cream,

Lansing, MI · 2d

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Beloved Canadian Doughpuff factory opens its first U.S. location in Metro Detroit

ROYAL OAK, MI - Don’t call it a doughnut. Straight from Canada, the first Mr. Puffs has opened in the U.S. and it’s located in Royal Oak. To mark the grand opening at 31971 Woodward Ave., the first 50 customers each day on Friday, Nov. 6 and Saturday, Nov. 7. will receive a free six-pack of Doughpuffs.

Royal Oak, MI · 2d

The Monroe News

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GoFundMe set up for Monroe inclusive pizzeria

An Ottawa Lake woman is raising money for a pizzeria that will provide jobs for those with disabilities. Alicia LaZette, a former special education teacher, has her sights set on opening Rebel Pizza and Brews in downtown Monroe. She has set up a GoFundMe to cover essential startup costs. Her goal is to raise $2,800; she has raised $206 as of Wednesday, Nov. 4. More: Ralph Mahalak Jr. to be honored at Scouting dinner "There is a real need for this in my community," she wrote on the GoFundMe page. "If we can open in the next 6 to 9 months, this project could create about 15 to 20 full- and part-time positions." LaZette spent 10 years as a special education teacher, helping those with disabilities to learn job and life skills. When she moved to the Monroe area three years ago, she found that opportunities were scarce for her students. "So, I knew I wanted to do something, and I knew I wanted to do something that kind of stood out against the grain, and for some reason, pizza and beer just stuck in my head," she previously said. Part of the inspiration for the pizzeria were coffee shops

Monroe, MI · 3d