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Welcome to Ann Arbor! As a new or returning student, I hope you’re excited to get to know the greatest college town in America. If you’re anything like me, looking at the new bar and club scene for those recently 21,, you’re probably a little nervous about the culinary and libation options. With students hailing from osmopolitan urban centers like New York City, Chicago, DC, Seattle, Austin and LA, standards are high. With one grad-year under my belt, I’m pleased to share all that’s truly great about Ann Arbor. And there’s lots.
Small Meals & Lunch SpotsAnn Arbor is teaming
with chain, quick-service restaurants ranging from the consistently delicious (Chipotle) to the curiously still in business (Little Caesars). While these stalwarts are acceptable for feeding the masses, sometimes you need a meal that you can’t just grab at a highway rest stop or shopping mall. Try these off-the-student-trail eateries for a unique taste of your new home. Belly Deli
This Korean-inspired deli is wonderful for banh mi-esque sandwiches with tofu, pork, or chicken. But where Belly Deli really shines is its Kimchi Ball ap-petizers, like an Asian arancini. Salads are another great option for those who prefer a lighter meal. They also serve Puck’s soda – to mellow out the spicy sauces.
1317 S. University Ave.(734) 669-8888 ║ a2bellydeli.com
Monahan’sTucked away next to the farmers’ market in Kerrytown, Monahan’s is a seafood market stall that doubles as a delicious diner. Steamed mussels and littleneck clams in a white wine and garlic sauce are a favorite. You can also choose a whitefish, perch or whatever fillet they have on hand from the case and have it cooked to your liking. Remember, there are two ways to cook fish: you can fry it or you can F it up.
407 North 5th Ave. (734) 662-5118 ║ monahansseafood.com
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This quiet and unassuming downtown restaurant features several different varieties of waffles. Choose between sweet and savory toppings, and don’t be afraid to try something a little different. The Coney boasts beef chili and aged cheddar The Luxembourg, topped with goat cheese, arugula, and a balsamic vinegar reduction, is fabulous.
113 E. Liberty St.(734) 369-4734║ thewafelshop.com
This wine and cheese shop is a great place to swing by before a dinner party with your new grad school colleagues. (Never show up at a party empty handed!) But you’ll also want to stop in to sample from their sand-wich menu. Using a simple but complimentary mix of high-quality ingredients, including jambon serrano and butter or comte and tomato, on a perfect baguette, the sandwiches are supreme. Great coffee and beer, too!
1928 Packard St.(734) 662-0798║morganandyork.com
Jerusalem GardenOne delightful surprise upon moving to Southeastern Michigan is the vibrant Middle Eastern culinary community. You have your pick of great schawarma and falafels in every city from Warren to Ypsi-lanti. Among Ann Arbor’s best is Jerusalem Garden. Solid classics like stuffed grape leaves and tabouli are refresh-ingly healthy, and the lentil soup keeps you warm in the depths of the near-arctic winters.
307 S. 5th Avenue(743) 995-5060 ║ jerusalemgarden.net
Morgan &York
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Ann Arbor’s MUST List
nZingerman ’s Tourists from around the world visit Zingerman’s and then wait in line for 45 minutes to taste their famous creations. Take advantage of your time at U of M and stop by on a post-lunch Thursday for quick service. 422 Detroit St. ● (734) 663-3354zingermansdeli.com
n Jolly Pumpk in BrewMichigan is a mecca of microbreweries. Jolly Pumpkin, with outposts in Traverse City and Dexter, is a favorite. Come for the unique beer list, stay for the friendly décor, diverse menu, and attractive patrons. (And try to snag a rooftop table if you can!)311 S. Main St. ● (734) 913-2730 ● jollypumpkin.com
nWashtenaw Da iry Donuts I love donuts, but I never knew that donuts could mean so much to me until I tried Washtenaw Dairy’s Coconut Flake donut. Chocolate Dipped, Blueberry, Glazed and more are also available. I suggest rising early to get to the shop by 5:30am at least once during your time in A2 to taste the donuts at maximum freshness.602 S. Ashley St. ● (734) 662-3244washtenawdairy.com
n B ig alora p izzaA longtime favorite in Detroit suburb Royal
Oak, Bigalora recently opened up an Ann Arbor location and is bound to be a locally loved go-to.
Ultimate endorsement: I learned about this place from Mario Batali’s Instagram when he visited. Get in on the ground floor now and visit before the crowds show up. Suite 112, 3050 Washtenaw Ave ● (734) 971-2442 bigalora.com/ann-arbor
n Fr ita B atidos (“Batidos” aka Tropical Milkshake) Frita Batidos is a guaranteed mood lifter. This sexy, fun restaurant delivers a Cuban interpretation on the classic burger and milkshake model. The “Batidos” are milkshakes made with super fresh ingredients like mango, pineapple, and passionfruit. Batidos can be spiked with alcohol.117 W. Washington St. ● (734) 761-2882fritabatidos.com
nMark ’s CartsFood Trucks are ubiquitous in urban life these days, and the destination of Mark’s Carts has a respectable mix of cuisines done very well. Great for a quick solo lunch, or a big group of picky eaters who can’t agree where to eat—Mexican, Spanish, Pan-Asian, and more. 211 W. Washington St. ● markscartsannarbor.com
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menus with your kind in mind. Also, depending on the time of day you’re willing to eat, you can cut your costs with happy hour specials at some of the city’s best
restaurants.
on aUpscale Dinners
Grad Student BudgetBlue Tractor207 E. Washington St.(734) 222-4095bluetractor.netWhile it’s not the fanciest restaurant in town, Blue Tractor has a classy feel and boasts big-taste barbecue in bigtime portions. You can get away with sharing and still feel full. The Cracklin Chicken, served with cheddar grits and brisket greens, will satisfy any transplanted Southerner.
Aventura216 E. Washington St.(734) 369-3153Aventura serves traditional Spanish tapas, paellea, and a selection of san-grias. While I think it’s better for drinks than for food, small plates are ideal for sharing. Tapas can be deceptively expensive so choose carefully.
Mani Osteria/ & Isalita341 E. Liberty St.(734) 769-6700
maniosteria.com, isalita.com
These neighboring restau-rants host my favorite happy
hour in town – not with their cheap brews or cocktails, but with deli-cious appetizer specials that can double as dinner. Isalita’s happy hour food specials change daily but all taste perfect with a $5 Marga-rita. Mani’s pizza specials in the early evening pair beautifully with a discounted glass of wine. Do not miss Mani’s come-back-for-more-once-a-week pickled tomatoes.
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Upscale Dinners
BArs that make you feel
Like an Adult
Alley Bar
Bill’s Beer Garden218 S. Ashley St.(734) 369-8001billsbeergarden.comA dreamy outdoor space just a skip away from Mark’s Carts, Bill’s is a favorite for locals and students alike. Bill’s has a great selection of beer and a few options for wine drinkers. Keep in mind the temperature and weather when you plan to visit. Heaters make the space habitable through the late Fall, and there’s some joy in huddling around a mug of hot spiked cider with your new grad school friends.
Bill’s Beer Garden
I know the biggest question on your mind – how do you get a drink in this town without having to face the droves of sloppy yet occasionally entertaining undergrads? We are adults. We often need refuge from the hoards of party-hard youngsters who, we can only pray, learn their limits soon. Skeeps, Rick’s, and the Brown Jug can be fun for novelty, nostalgia, or a super-cheap drink (or, if you are an MBA student like me, a regular and necessary part of social existence). Here are a few places where you can enjoy a few drinks with more mature drinkers.
Mash Bar211 E. Washington St.(734) 332-6046mashbar.netA whiskey bar in the basement underneath Blue Tractor, these folks are serious about alcohol in the best sense. The knowledgeable bartenders can guide you through an ex-tensive list of bourbons and ryes. Mash can get crowded on weekends but the patrons seem friendly and down to earth. You get the feeling that people around you are having real conversations that they’ll probably remember the next day. Mash hosts a great late night happy hour, as well.
The Last Word301 W. Huron St.thelastwordbar.comAnother underground establishment, The Last Word is found without signage underneath the obnoxiously expensive club, Live, contributing to its sexy speakeasy vibe. The menu is a book complete with chapters and a glossary that’s particularly helpful with understanding classic cocktails—you’ll feel like you’re in a private library. Good for a second date with someone you really like, or for impressing a friend from out of town.
Alley Bar112 W. Liberty St.(734) 662-8757alleybarannarbor.comAlley Bar is the rowdiest of the bunch, evidenced by their promotion of the Pickleback shot. (Try it once if you haven’t already.) This bar is a few notches above dive-bar status, with a mix of bearded, High Life drinking dudes and fashionable ladies sipping champagne cocktails. The singletons will engage in a few flirtations with strangers, and the paired off will demonstrate a the show of modern day mating rituals.
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FALLEastern Market in Detroit – Inspiring at best and overwhelming at worst, this Saturday farmers’ market will change the way you think about local food and should not be missed. Get there in Septem-ber to enjoy the bounty of fresh tomatoes, or stop by in October for crisp, just picked apples.
Bike Ride along Huron River Drive - A 23-mile ride to Dexter and back is very popular for its beautiful views of the river, and for the required stop at the Dexter Cider Mill for apple turnovers and cider donuts. The best exercise is the kind that promises a delicious snack.
WINTERCross-country skiing or snowshoeing – For new transplants from outside the Midwest, you will not truly appreciate a Michigan winter unless you learn to embrace cross-country skiing or snowshoe-ing. Many golf courses in the area open up their grounds with trails for skiing, but Huron Clinton Metropark, just 30 miles away, is a guaranteed win.
Matthaei Botanical Gardens – When there’s snow on the ground, it’s toasty and tropical in here. The Gardens are technically in Ann Arbor, but when you are surrounded by palm trees and exotic blooms, you’ll feel worlds away.
SPRINGDetroit’s Museums – Plenty of U of M students make the huge mistake of never venturing into the exciting city down the road. Don’t be one of them. At the very least, take a trip to the inspiring Detroit Institute of the Arts and the fun Museum of Science. A great coffee shop, Great Lakes Coffee, is just a few blocks away on Woodward.
SUMMERBlueberry Picking – Many local farms offer pick-your-own ber-ries, but a shining gem in the area is Hazen’s farm in Howell, MI. Healthy, prolific blueberry bushes abound for maximum harvest potential. Say yes to a blueberry ice cream sundae or pie at the adjoining café once you are finished.
River Float – Grab an inflatable innertube and pack a few cans of beer for the highlight of sum-mertime in Southeastern Michigan. You can float down the Huron for hours starting at Dexter-Huron Metropark or take a quick trip down some man-made rapids at Argo Park. Congratulations, you’re a Michigander now.
We’re lucky to be living in the great town of Ann Arbor. But seriously, Southeastern Michigan as a whole is beautiful, diverse and vibrant. Everyone should take advantage of our location and take a few day (or afternoon) trips to explore. Here are a few options, broken down by our four wonderful seasons.
EASTERN MARKET is a Saturday farmers market that will change the way you think about local food and should not be missed.
DETROIT INSTITUTE OF ARTS is home to the world-reknowned Diego Rivera murals.
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HAVESpoken!People
You, the readers, have spoken. and we have for the 2014 Best of washtenaw CountY readers ChoiCe awards. a Blend of new and peren-nial winners, highlighting how this ever-Changing CommunitY holds strong on a foundation of viBrant Businesses and artists of all varieties.
Local non profitHuron Valley Humane Society3100 Cherry Hill Rd.734-662-5585 hshv.org Runner Up: Food Gatherers
Best CharityFood Gatherers1 Carrot Way 734-761-2796 foodgatherers.orgRunner Up: Neutral Zone
Suburban downtownChelsea city-chelsea.orgRunner Up: Saline
College CourseDinosaurs and Other FailuresRunner Up: Philosophy 359
Green BusinessBgreen, Inc.2111 Packard St. 734-214-3000 bgreentoday.comRunner Up: People’s Food Co-op
Used Furniture/ConsignmentTreasure Mart529 Detroit St. 734-662-1363 treasuremart.com
Runner Up: Ann Arbor Kiwanis
GreenhouseLodi Farms2880 S. Wagner Rd. 734-665-5651 lodifarms.comRunner Up: English Gardens
Home BoutiqueDowntown Home & Garden210 S. Ashley St. 734-662-8122 downtownhomeandgarden.com
Runner Up: La Belle Maison
Local Women’s BoutiqueVintage to Vogue415 N. 5th Ave.734-665-9110shopv2v.comRunner Up: Heavenly Metal
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Local Men’s ClothingVan Boven’s326 S State St734-665-7228vanboven.comRunner Up: Renaissance
ShoesMast Shoes2517 Jackson Ave. 734-662-8118mastshoes.comRunner Up (no pun intended): Footprints
ThriftPTO Thrift2280 S. Industrial Hwy.734-996-9155a2ptothriftshop.orgRunner Up: Salvation Army
Natural FoodPeople’s Food Co-op216 N. 4th Ave.734-994-9174peoplesfood.coopRunner Up: Whole Food
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Farmer’s MarketA2 Farmers Market315 Detroit St.734-794-6255aaband.orgRunner Up: Saline Farmers Market
CatererZingerman’s422 Detroit St. 734-663-3400zingermanscatering.comRunner Up: Juicy Kitchen
Place to throw a partyWeber’s Inn 3050 Jackson Rd734-769-2500webersinn.comRunner Up: Habana
HotelCampus Inn615 E Huron St734-769-2200campusinn.comRunner Up: Weber’s Inn
DJ/ElectronicaJared Van EckRunner Up: Nick Ayers
Folk/CountryThe Ragbirds Runner Up: Breathe Owl Breathe
Hip-HopDuke Newcomb
Runner Up: Man in Charge
Jazz /BluesBugs BeddowRunner Up: Ian Stewart
RockBlue SnaggletoothRunner Up: Ben Daniels Band
Open micThe Ark316 S. Main St.734-761-1451theark.orgRunner Up: The Arena
Live musicBlind Pig208 S. 1st St.734-996-8555blindpigmusic.comRunner Up: The Ark
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Dance ClubNecto516 E. Liberty St.734-994-5436necto.comRunner Up: Habana
Pick-up BarHabana226 S. Main St.734-994-2774cafehabanas.comRunner Up: Necto Print JournalistAndrew NixonRunner Up: Pete Cun-ningham
Radio Station91.7 WUOM 535 W William St., Ste. 110734-764-9210michiganradio.orgRunner Up: 107.1
Blogmgoblog.com
Runner Up: Peggy Lampman’s dinnerFeed.com
Theater TroupeSpontaneous Artspontaneousart.orgRunner Up: Wild Swan
Dance CompanyAnn Arbor Dance Works1310 N. University Ct., Room 3529734-647-2289annarbordanceworks.comRunner Up: Randazzo Dance Company
Film MakerDavy RothbartRunner Up: Danny Mooney
Movie TheaterMichigan Theater603 E. Liberty St.734-668-8463michtheater.orgRunner Up: Quality 16
ArtistDavid Zinnzinnart.com
Runner Up: Lynda Cole
Fine Art GiftsWashington St. Gallery 306 S. Main St.734-761-2287wsg-art.comRunner Up: 16 Hands
Place to Hear Spoken WordCircus Bar210 S. 1st St.734-913-8890circusannarbor.comRunner Up: Ugly Mug Cafe
SculptorFrances BurgosRunner Up: Norma Penchansky-Glasser
Current WriterJeff MiloRunner Up: Molly Schoen
FloristTom Thompson504 S. Main St.734-665-4222tomthompsonflowers.comRunner Up: Chelsea Flower Shop
Auto DealerVarsity Ford3480 Jackson Rd.734-996-2300varsityford.comRunner Up: Toyota
Auto RepairMain Street Motors906 N. Main St.734-769-3232mainstreetmotors.netRunner Up: 1st Stop Auto Care
Bicycle ShopWheels in Motion3400 Washtenaw Ave.734-971-2121wheelsinmotion.usRunner Up: Two Wheel Tango
Motorcycle ShopNicholson’s4405 Jackson Rd.734-769-9815nicholsonfun.comRunner Up: Cafe Racer
Independent BooksNicola’s Books 2513 Jackson Ave.734-662-0600nicolasbooks.comRunner Up: Literati
wUsed BooksDawn Treader514 E. Liberty734-995-1008dawntreaderbooks.comRunner Up: West Side Book Shop
Comic Store Vault of Midnight219 S. Main St.734-998-1413aultofmidnight.com
Runner Up: Stadium Comics
Golf CourseLeslie Park2120 Traver Rd.734-794-6245a2gov.orgRunner Up: University of Michigan Golf Course
Outdoor StoreREI970 W. Eisenhower Pkwy.734-827-1938rei.com/Ann-ArborRunner Up: Bivouac
Real Estate AgentLinda Lombardini Trillium Real EstateBraun Ct. N. 4th Ave.734-302-3011trilliumrealtors.comRunner Up: Andrew Goddard
Bank/Credit UnionU of M Credit Union333 E. William St.734-662-8200umcu.orgRunner Up: Bank of Ann Arbor
ProfessorJohn RubadeauUM English Dept.
Runner Up: Joseph ZellemeirLawyerJohn Shea120 N. 4th Ave.734-995-4646johnashea.comRunner Up: James Fink
Optometrist Dr. Steven Bennett 117 S. Main St.734-665-5306bennettoptometry.comRunner Up: Dr. Christine Curricone
DentistMeredith HallProgressive Dental24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr. Lobby A734-930-4022pdadentists.comRunner Up: Don Wurtzel
DoctorDr. Tendai ThomasIHA Internal Medicine2090 Commonwealth Blvd.734-995-0303ihacares.comRunner Up: Dr. Arthur Tai
YOGA/PILATES
A2 Yoga Works
2030 CommerCe Blvd.
734-216-4006 a2yoga.net
Since 2004, with a variety
of classes available 7 days a
week, spa services, teacher
training, private instruction,
and event rentals, A2 Yoga
Works has flexed its muscle in
the Ann Arbor health scene.
Runner Up: The Yoga Room
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Plastic SurgeonAnn Arbor Plastic Surgery2300 Washtenaw Ave., Ste. 100734913-5100annarborplasticsurgery.comRunner Up: Dr. Richard Beil
VeterinarianAnn Arbor Animal Hospital 2150 W Liberty St734-662-4474annarboranimalhospital.comRunner Up: Ann Arbor Cat Clinic
Alternative Health CareWhite Wolf Healing 2311 Shelby, Ste. 105b734-277-7347 whitewolfhealing.comRunner Up: Huron Valley Naturopathic Clinic
ChiropractorMichael MeathAnn Arbor Chiropractic2730 Carpenter Rd, Ste 3.734-663-0600annarborchiropractic.com Runner Up: Kim Jackson
Pet SalonQuality Grooming 2163 W. Stadium Blvd.734-665-4699qualitygrooming.netRunner Up: Roxy’s Ruff Cuts
HaircutSalon Vox115 W. Liberty St.734-623-4869salonvox.comRunner Up: Douglas J. Aveda Institute
Massage TherapistPrema Lindsay Smith Inner Balance Therapy180 Jackson Plaza, Ste. 224 734-649-6157innerbalancetherapy.coRunner Up: Felicia Cammon at Relax Station Day SpaBellanina201 N. 4th Ave.734-327-1000bellaninadayspa.comRunner Up: Fran Coy
Best TrainerDemond JohnsonA2 Fitness Professionals 250 W. Eisenhower Pkwy.734-222-5080a2fitnesspro.comRunner Up: Hosea Walker
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KCool EyewearSEE Eyewear 308 S. State St.734-622-8056seeeyewear.comRunner Up: Bennet Optometry
TattooLucky Monkey308 S. Ashley St.734-623-8200luckymonkeytattoo.com
Runner Up: Pangea
TanningArbor Fit Club 2723 Oak Valley Dr.Pittsfield Charter Twp.734-214-6426arborfitclub.comRunner Up: Brown & DeLine Salon
New RestaurantAventura216 E. Washington St.734-369-3153aventuraannarbor.comRunner Up: The Lunch Room
ChineseEvergreen Restaurant 2771 Plymouth Rd.734-769-2899evergreen-restaurant.comRunner Up: Chai Shaing
JapaneseMiki Japanese Restaurant 106 S. 1st St.734-665-8226Runner Up: Yotsuba
KoreanKang’s Korean Restaurant 1327 S. University Ave.734-761-1327kangsrestaurant.comRunner Up: Arirang
ThaiNo Thai226 N. 4th Ave.734-213-0808nothai.comRunner Up: Marnee
GreekAhmo’s Gyros & Deli341 East Huron Street734-352-2007ahmosdeli.comRunner Up: Achille’s
ItalianGratzi326 S Main St888-456-3463gratzirestaurant.comRunner Up: Paseano
Middle EasternJerusalem Garden307 S. 5th Ave.734-995-5060jerusalemgarden.netRunner Up: Haifa Falafel
MexicanTios Mexican Cafe401 E. Liberty St., Ste. 2734-761-6650tiosmexicancafe.comRunner Up: La Fiesta Mexicana
Local FarmTantre2510 Hayes Rd.Chelsea, MI734-475-4323tantrefarm.comRunner Up: Frog Holler
DeliZingerman’s422 Detroit St.734- 663-3354zingermansdeli.com
Runner Up: Sparrow Market
Fine DiningThe Earle121 W. Washington St.734-994-0211theearle.comRunner Up: Logan
Coffee HouseSweetwaters407 N. 5th Ave. & 123 W. Washington 734-622-0084sweetwaterscafe.comRunner Up: Mighty Good Coffee
Breakfast PlaceNorthside Grill1015 Broadway St.734-995-0965northsidegrill.comRunner Up: The Broken Egg
DinerFleetwood300 S. Ashley St.734-995-5502thefleetwooddiner.comRunner Up: Bell’s
JEwELRy SToREAbrAcAdAbrA Jewelry / Gem GAllery205 E. LibErty St.734-994-4848 abragEm.com
Since 1974 Steven and Katherine Lesse have purchased conflict free diamonds and ethically mined colored gemstones, selling their made-from-recycled-eco-metals jewelry to lovers and friends in Washtenaw County and beyond. Spe-cializing in custom jewelry, engagement, wedding, and commitment rings, the Abra crew matches their quality prod-ucts with their quality service--friendly, informed, and guiding. -BB
Runner Up: Lewis
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Brewpub Jolly Pumpkin311 S. Main St.734-913-2730jollypumpkin.com/annarborRunner Up: Arbor Brewing Company
Food CartHut-K ChaatsMark’s Carts211 W. Washington St.markscartsannarbor.com Runner Up: Beet Box
Food BlogPeggy Lampman’s dinnerFeeddinnerfeed.comRunner Up: damnarbor.com
After Hours DeliveryInsomnia Cookies1229 S. University Ave.877-632-6654insomniacookies.comRunner Up: Pizza House
Best DessertLa Dolce Vita322 S. Main St.888-456-3463thechophouseannarbor.com/la-dolce-vitaRunner Up: Amadeus
BurgerGrizzly Peak120 W. Washington St.734-741-7325grizzlypeak.netRunner Up: Casey’s Tavern
Annual EventAnn Arbor Street Art Fair721 E. Huron St., Ste. 200734-994-5260artfair.orgRunner Up: Top of the Park
KaraokeBlue Karaoke404 W. Liberty St.734- 302-3673bluekaraoke.com
Runner Up: Circus
Pre Game Fraser’s Pub2045 Packard St.734-665-1955fraserspubaa.comRunner Up: Buffalo Wild Wings
Sports BarThe Arena203 E. Washington St.734-222-9999thearena-a2.com
Runner Up: Cubs’ ACLGBT Bar\aut\ BAR315 Braun Ct.734-994-3677autbar.com
Runner Up: Necto
Bowling AlleyColonial Lanes1950 S. Industrial Hwy.734-665-4474coloniallanescubsac.comRunner Up: Belmark
Best place to celebrate your 21st BdayRick’s611 Church St.734-996-2747ricksamericancafe.comRunner Up: Necto
Street MusicianViolin Monster
Runner Up: Mr. B
New musical Artist/BandWild SavagesRunner Up: Better Beeves
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