Hotel Guide |
Weber's Inn [link]
3050 Jackson Ave.
734.769.2500
2.5 mi from the Michigan Theater
Weber's Inn is the official hotel sponsor of the AAFF.
Limited availability $89/night room special! Code: 48AAFF
Bell Tower Hotel [link]
300 S. Thayer St.
734.769.3010
0.2 mi from the Michigan Theater
Campus Inn [link]
615 E. Huron St.
734.769.2200
0.2 mi from the Michigan Theater
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Best Western Executive Plaza [link]
2900 Jackson Ave.
734.665.4444
2.4 mi from the Michigan Theater
Courtyard by Marriott - Ann Arbor [link]
3205 Boardwalk
734.995.5900
2.9 mi from the Michigan Theater
Kensington Court Ann Arbor [link]
610 Hilton Blvd.
800.344.7829
3.2 mi from the Michigan Theater |
Restaurant Guide |
| Soup, Sandwiches & Burgers |
Sava's Café [link]
216 S. State St.
734.623.2233
Delicious food at a great price. Fabulous breakfast, juicy burgers with special sauce, and sumptuous crepes. Only 500 feet from the theater!
Zingerman's Delicatessen [link]
422 Detroit St.
734.663.3354
A famous Ann Arbor Institution, a great place to get a sandwich, and a proud sponsor of the festival.
Krazy Jim's Blimpy Burger
551 S. Division St.
734.663.4590
Truly a life changing experience. If you order a chicken sandwich here, they will taunt you mercilessly.
Mr. Greek's Coney Island [link]
215 S. State St.
734.662.6336
We drink their milkshakes. We drink them up.
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Le Dog
410 E. Liberty St.
734.665.2114
Gourmet (hot) dogs and soup. Lunchtime ONLY.
Jerusalem Garden [link]
307 S. Fifth Ave.
734.995.5060
Falafel. Yes, they do a whole range of excellent & affordably priced Middle Eastern food, but you need to try the falafel.
Amer's Delicatessen [link]
312 S. State St.
734.761.6000
Large sandwich menu and a fantastic raw juice bar (make sure you add ginger for a nice kick). |
| Mexican/Latin American |
BTB Burrito [link]
810 S. State St.
734.222.4822
If you want a burrito, there is no other place you should consider. Not one.
Chipotle Mexican Grill [link]
235 S. State St.
734.327.3710 |
Sabor Latino
211 N. Main St.
734.214.7775
Feel like sitting down, enjoying some tacos, and maybe a refreshing imported carbonated beverage? This is for you. |
| Breakfast |
Angelo's [link]
1100 E. Catherine St.
734.761.8996
The perfect place for those who love brunch or could learn to love it.
Afternoon Delight [link]
251 E. Liberty St.
734.665.7513
Try the Meat Boule. Trust us. |
The Broken Egg [link]
223 N. Main St.
734.665.5340
You want a hearty breakfast? This diner delivers full portions that hit the spot. |
| Sushi |
Sushi.com
715 N. University Ave.
734.213.3044
Surprisingly, not a website. It's all about the hand rolls. The Cobra is an AAFF office favorite. |
Totoro
215 S. State St.
734.302.3511
Another fine sushi option near the theater. Try the Yam Yam! |
| Pizza Pie |
New York Pizza Depot [link]
605 E. William St.
734.669.6973
New York-style pizza available by the slice. It's all about the Mixed Mushroom pizza.
Cottage Inn [link]
512 E. William St.
734.663.3379
The Original Cottage Inn, with a wide range of pizzas and Italian food. If you're a fan of BBQ Chicken pizza, this is the only place in town for you. |
Silvio's Organic Pizza [link]
715 N. University Ave.
734.214.6666
Great organic pizza with several vegetarian and vegan options - it's all about the crust. And if you've got a sweet tooth, try a Diplomat. |
| Vegetarian |
Seva
314 E. Liberty St.
734.662.1111
Vegetarian and Vegan cuisine. Excellent Juevos Rancheros and Tempeh Burgers. Full juice/smoothie bar. |
Earthen Jar Vegetarian Cuisine [link]
311 S. Fifth Ave.
734.327.9346
Darn fine Indian buffet that's $4.99/lb - that's right, load on up! Great lassi's too. |
| Indian |
Raja Rani
400 S. Division St.
734.995.1545 |
Shalimar
307 S. Main St.
734.663.1500 |
| Nightlife |
Arbor Brewing Company [link]
114 E. Washington St.
734.213.1393
The beer sponsor for the festival, with a vast selection to choose from. Better than fair pub food fixings too.
Jolly Pumpkin Café and Brewery [link]
311 S. Main St.
734.913.2730
Another great local brew and recent addition.
Ashley's [link]
338 S. State St.
734.996.9191
Just down the street from the Michigan Theater, Ashley's is an Ann Arbor Institution for students, professors, and other people who like to drink.
Babs' [link]
213 Ashley St.
734.997.0800
Yes, they're an afterparty host, but more important is the fact that they have frequent 1980's theme nights. |
Grizzly Peak Brewing Company [link]
318 S. Main St.
734.665.2968
Maybe you feel like a pint? Maybe you're craving some strawberry-rhubarb cobbler? Can't go wrong here.
\aut\ BAR[link]
315 Braun Ct.
734.994.3677
\aut\ BAR not only hosts one of our afterparties, but also sponsors the award for Best LGBT Film.
Dominick's
812 Monroe St.
734.662.5414
An Ann Arbor Institution. Fans of casual conversation and sangria need look no further. Definitely don't miss their display of classic AAFF posters from 1963 through the present! |
| Coffee and Tea |
Sweetwater's Coffee and Tea
123 Washington St.
734.769.2331
Crazy Wisdom Tea Room [link]
114 S. Main St.
734.665.9468
Want some fine tea in a beautiful sitting room? A book on sanskrit, chakras, or a new mandala? Or just a peaceful little respite from the wild festival-goings?
Bubble Island
1220 S. University Ave.
734.222.9013
Bubble tea! The mango stars come highly recommended. |
Café Ambrosia
326 Maynard St.
734.929.9979
Try the fair trade coffee, roasted by John Roos of Roos Roast!
Espresso Royale Café [link]
324 S. State St.
734.662.2770
Coffee, tea, and a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of room to meet with other festival-goers.
Comet Coffee
16 Nickels Arc.
734.222.0579 |
| Specialty Restaurants |
Cafe Japon
113 E. Liberty St.
734.332.6200
Japanese and French cuisine.
Blue Nile
221 E. Washington St.
734.998.4746
Traditional Ethiopian food, great for group dining!
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Prickly Pear Café
328 S. Main St.
734.930.0047
Southwest-inspired specialties. |
| Fine Dining |
eve [link]
415 N. 5th Ave.
734.222.0711
An intimate, independent restaurant with a distinctive style of cooking based in French philosophy with influences including North African, West African, Cuban and Vietnamese (dinner entrees $20 - $30).
Cafe Habana
211 E. Washington St.
734.332.6046
Hot new restaurant in town with superb decor and excellent cuisine. Well-known for their mojitos! (dinner entrees $15 - $25).
Vinology [link]
110 S. Main St.
734.222.9841
If you like the wine, they got the wine. If you like the tapas, they got the tapas (main dinner plates $15 - $30). |
Pacific Rim by Kana [link]
114 W. Liberty St.
734.662.9303
Modern Asian fusion - warm atmosphere going toward upscale without getting fancy (dinner entrees $20 - $30).
Logan [link]
115 W. Washington St.
734.327.2312
One of the top restaurants in Ann Arbor, you may want to call ahead (dinner entrees $20 - $30).
Café Zola [link]
112 W. Washington St.
734.769.2020
Dare we call it bohemian modern? It's certainly a popular spot where artists and business folk collide. Fun, flavorful menu and a great bar (dinner entrees $15 - $30). |
| Sweets |
Schakolad Chocolate Factory [link]
110 E. Washington St.
734.213.1700
The official chocolate sponsor of the AAFF. You read that right. Chocolate sponsor.
The Cupcake Station
116 E. Liberty St.
734.222.1801
Cupcakes. Cup. Cakes.
Kilwin's Chocolates
107 E. Liberty St.
734.769.7759
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Washtenaw Dairy [link]
602 S. Ashley St.
734.662.3244
The locals favorite ice cream, slightly off the beaten path, but well worth the extra few blocks!
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
521 E. Liberty St.
734.997.7100
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| Late Night |
Fleetwood Diner
300 S. Ashley St.
734.995.5502
A perfect After-(After?)-Afterparty spot for night owls and those whose biological clocks are not set to Eastern Standard Time. The Hippy Hash is a winner. |
Tios
401 E. Liberty St.
734.761.6650
Mexican restaurant open until 1am. Plenty of salsas to choose from to make it hot & spicy! |
| *This list does not cover the full bounty of Ann Arbor's restaurant community. These are the most frequented and recommended establishments within a reasonable walking distance from the Michigan Theater. |