All of the establishments listed here are within a ten minute walking distance of the conference.

Afternoon Delight, 251 E. Liberty St.
One of Ann Arbor’s premiere restaurants for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. Afternoon Delight features omelets, salads, sandwiches, freshly baked muffins, frozen yogurt, soup, and more.

Ashley’s, 338 S. State St.
Campus favorite of faculty, staff, and students, Ashley’s is a stone’s throw from the conference, offering excellent American food and literally hundreds of drink selections.

Arbor Brewing Company, 116 E. Washington St.
ABC is a favorite Ann Arbor microbrewery featuring original-recipe beers, burgers, pasta, and Mexican fares. Ask them for a tour of their brewing operation, located within the restaurant itself. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.

Bella Ciao Trattoria, 118 E. Liberty St.
One of Ann Arbor’s finest dining experiences, Bella Ciao serves wonderful Italian food in a formal dining environment. Bella Ciao also offers an excellent wine selection. Reservations are recommended and prices are above average for Ann Arbor.

Blimpy Burger - Krazy Jim’s, 551 S. Division St.
Since 1953 Blimpy’s has served burgers, fries, shakes, and more in the classic style of ‘50s soda fountain. Banter with the grill staff as they cook in front of you while you wait.

Connor O’Neill’s Traditional Irish Pub, 318 S. Main St.
Featuring traditional Irish food and an excellent bar menu, Connor’s is a well-loved venue by the university community and for many Ann Arbor locals. Indoor and outdoor seating is available and Connor’s frequently hosts live Irish music and other unique performances.

Cottage Inn, 512 E. William St.
Full-service restaurant featuring pizza in addition to a full menu of Italian dishes. Cottage Inn offers full bar service and is a campus favorite.

Del-Rio Bar, 122 W. Washington St.
The Del-Rio, a bar with a limited food menu, specializes in margaritas and live music. A great place to experience some Ann Arbor local color, guests should be advised that the Del-Rio is a loud and smoky atmosphere.

Full Moon Restaurant and Saloon, 207 S. Main St.
Another favorite Ann Arbor bar and grill, the Full Moon offers a full hall of pool tables, big screen televisions, excellent food, and a diverse range of customers.

Gandy Dancer Restaurant, 401 S. Depot St.
Located in Ann Arbor’s old train station, the Gandy Dancer is one of Ann Arbor’s classiest dining experiences. Pricey, but delicious, the restaurant overlooks railroad tracks that are still in operation, and diners watch as trains pass through town while they eat.

Grizzly Peak, 120 W. Washington St.
The Grizzly Peak is another Ann Arbor microbrewery famous for its ales, soups, baked breads, and atmosphere. The food is wonderful, but moderately priced, and the original-recipe beers are quite tasty.

Jerusalem Garden and Earthen Jar Restaurants, 307 S. Fifth Ave. and 311 S. Fifth Ave.
Located next to each other in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor, these two boast excellent falafels and pitas, in addition to other menu selections. The Earthen Jar is known for its vegetarian fare and both are great places for a carry-out picnic.

Old Town, 122 W. Liberty St.
Another Ann Arbor classic, Old Town is a traditional pub with great sandwiches and a tasteful clientele.

Palio, 347 S. Main St.
Palio is one of Ann Arbor’s nicest Italian restaurants of a moderate price range. Indoor and outdoor seating is available, as well as their unique roof-top dining room offering an entirely separate menu than the main restaurant.

Parthenon Restaurant, 226 S. Main St.
Parthenon serves Greek cuisine in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.

Raja Rani Fine Indian Cuisine, 400 S. Division St.
Raji Rani serves Michigan’s campus with delicious Indian food. Their menu offers a wide range of dishes in addition to frequent lunch and dinner buffets.

Red Hawk Bar & Grill, 316 S. State St.
The Red Hawk is just a stone’s throw from the conference and offers an excellent selection of lunches and dinners. In the evenings Red Hawk is a campus drinking favorite. The entire restaurant and bar is a non-smoking facility.

Sabor Latino Restaurant, 211 N. Main St. and 211 S. State St.
Wonderful Mexican and Latin American cuisine, Sabor Latino offers two downtown locations and affordable prices to those looking for authentic Latin cuisine.

Shalimar Restaurant, 307 S. Main St.
Shalimar boasts a terrific selection of Haute Indian cuisine and their highly popular lunchtime buffets at a moderate cost. Shalimar is also the only Indian restaurant downtown that serves alcohol.

Zanzibar, 216 S. State St.
Zanzibar offers contemporary American food with Mediterranean and tropical influences. With a truly unique menu, and located one block from the conference, Zanzibar is a refreshing Ann Arbor dining experience.

 
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