w w w V V V qw ", -W v wI Page 12-E - The Michigan Daily - Thursday, September.8, 1983 idt rn KI- . . . . . . . . . . . .: r.t......:r.r ....................: ::::........... . . . . .... ........ . ... .*..*.*.* . ...:. Palate pleasers ANGELO'S LUNCH (1100 Catherine) - For the best carbohydrate fix in town, experience Angelo's raisin toast. Homemade during the after-lunch hours that Angelo's is closed, the massive slabs of bread and really good coffee are worth the walk to the hospital complex. If bread isn't your idea of a meal, the breakfast and lunch specials, featuring omlettes and hamburger plates, are good, but somewhat high priced. Go to Angelo's early on a rainy morning before an exam and console yourself. THE BAGEL FACTORY (1306 S. University) - The home of Ann Arbor's finest bagels, this shop also bakes some of the strangest flavored ones in town. Try oatmeal or pumpernickel, or the renowned Fragel, a raisin bagel topped with cinnamon and sugar. They make great Sunday morning snacks. In ad- dition to bagels, the restaurant also boasts a lunch counter and serves san- dwiches. Reasonable prices. BICYCLE JIM'S (1301 S. University) - a popular place to escape dorm food for Sunday dinner. Bicycle Jim's has a wide variety of appetizers, sandwiches (including vegetarian), burgers, and a special Mexican buffet. If you still have room for more after that, they have a whole showcase of homemade cakes, pies, and tortes. BROWN JUG (1204 S. University) - This is where all the dorm types go for Sunday dinner and study snacks, and where the alumni hang out on football Saturdays. It's usually packed, so don't drop by for a quick meal. The Jug is known for its pizza - both the deep dish and regular kind - but also serves a variety of burgers and sandwiches. When you want to eat out close to home without spending a lot of money try the Jug. SEVA (314 E. Liberty) - With classical music, flourishing greenery, and liquor license, Seva is an oasis among its fast-food neighbors. Try just about anything - homemade soups, enormour salads, omlettes, san- dwiches, or some of the hot specials such as stir-fry veggies and tofu, or Mexican dishes. All are filling, fresh, and delicious. Also, ask one of the artsy- looking waitresses for a loaf of the banana-nut bread, and linger over your meal. THE COUNT OF ANTIPASTO (1140 S. University) - The Count is con- veniently located above one of Ann Ar- bor's more popular campus bars, Good Time Charley's. As the name may have suggested the restaurant features Italian food. The Count is best known for its fast food pizza, sold by the slice, and salad bar. It is a great place to go with the gang from the dorm for dinner on Sunday, or to just hang out and gossip with a few close friends. Prices are average. something less traditional, it also serves Japanese sushi and eggrolls. PIZZA BOB'S (814 S. State, 618 Church) - Pizza Bob's is great for the late night feast - delivered to your room or as a quick stop on the way home from the library. Chipatis, a pita bread sandwich stuffed with lettuce, mushrooms, cheese, onions, and spicy sauce have become as popular among many college women as designer jeans. From the subs to the super-thin pizza, everything at Pizza Bob's starts out from the same dough so after several visits many items begin to taste the same. THANO'S LAMPLIGHTER. (412 E. Liberty) - Some say Thano's has the best pizza in town. Their deep dish is an experience that should be required for graduation. Greek, Italian, and American entrees are also available, but go for the pizza. Moderately priced. PIZZERIA UNO'S (1321 S. Univer- sity) - If you are homesick for Chicago style food, Uno's is the closest sub- stitute, but Chicagoans are not the only ones who will enjoy this haunt of deep dish pizza lovers. Rated by many as Ann Arbor's best pizza, the Chicago style deep dish istdelicious, filling, and reasonably priced. The large size is enough to feed three, but in a contest last year Uno's gave them out free to anyone who ate one alone. Rumor has it that even some of Bo's boys lost out on this gourmandish challenge. The Chicago cheese cake, although it's really made in Detroit, is excellent too. THE PRETZEL BELL (120 E. Liber- ty) - The P-Bell used to be the top beer chugging place on campus; today its one of the classier restaurants in town. If you believe in the wholesomeness of fresh vegetables or have exotic tastes in jello, the Pretzel Bell is your restaurant. It may have the best salad The Michigan Daily - Thur bar in Ann Arbor. The P-Bell is a good name to drop when your parents offer to take you out to dinner. RABBI GUIDO'S (211 S. State) - One never knows what will come of a meal at Rabbi Guido's, Ann Arbor's newesttdeli. Inconsistancy seems the rule here, where the mood of the san- dwich maker, not the ingredients, makes your meal. The Italian and Jewish; specialties, such as lasagne, noodle kugel,'and antipasto salads are homemade and great remedy for gastral homesickness. Guido's, though, has made its name for unbelievable desserts. The chocolate cheesecake and real Italian cappicino make the depressingly tack decor and sometimes disappointing sandwiches worth it. WHIFFLETREE (208 W. Huron) - A good place to take the parents, par- ticularly if they're picking up the tab. The menu is split between traditional sdoy, Septen seafood a something possibly v mosphere it a popula WOLVE sity) - Pe pizza in b Sicilian dee ch a desire ZINGER St.) - Ever to send her kosher del chicken sc noodles wh you buy at liver, koog corned beef is a genuine price. Ann Zingerman mediately p on your hal 0A1 B 0. Zingerman's Deli: Corned beef and chicken soup, an instant cure for homesick students. COTTAGE INN (512 E. William)-One of the better pizza places in town. You pay for the quality though, as prices tend to be a bit high. Italian dishes such as lasagna, mostaccoli and spaghetti and excellent hamburgers are also a speciality. Speedy delivery, but search for coupons to get free drinks. DRAKE'S SANDWICH SHOP (709 N. Univer- sity)-The prices are the only things that have changed since Drake's San- dwich Shop opened more than 50 years ago. John and Mildred Tibbals still own one of Ann Abor's best restaurants. From the menu and hard wooden booths to the shelves stacked to the ceiling with candy, Drakes is much the same as when it first opened. You still have to write your own order to get one of a harried waitress crew to make a phenomenal peanut butter sandwich, a glass of limeade or even a cup of Jasmine flower tea. Best selection of jelly beans in town. FLEETWOOD DINER (200S. Ashley)- of all the pseudo diners in Ann Arbor, only the Fleetwood Diner is faithful to the cracked coffe mugs and bacon-and- egg specials that true greasy spoons are made of. Hamburgers, fries and all the usual diner fare dwells within this tiny haven of good, cheap food. Open just about all the time, Fleetwood is a great place to excape collegeville and hobnob with some real Arborites. THE FULL MOON (207 S. Main)-For unique atmosphere, make sure you stop by The Full Moon. Along with a fairly wide selection of imported beer, the bar and restaurant serves an average selection of burgers and sandwiches. The nachos are good. But what it lacks in food menu variety, it makes up in captivating surroundings. The restaurant's decor is reminiscent of prohibition-era Chicago, complete with streetlamps and an old fashioned bar. THE GANDY DANCER (407 Depot)- Considered by manty to be the place to take mom and dad, the Gandy Dancer draws much of its charm and historical character from the old stone railroad station it occupies and from the Amtrack station next door. It specializes in seafood but also offers beef and salad dishes. Definitely one of Ann Arbor's most interesting restaurants, it is, however, also one of its most expensive. KRAZY JIM'S (551 S. Division) -Strategically located near South and West quads, Krazy Jim's has made the golf-ball sized blimpy burger an Ann Arbor legend. Hamburgers are made to order, so be ready for lots of decisions. There are 245,760 com- binations of burgers, rolls, cheeses and trimmings. They also offer deep-fried mushrooms, zucchini, cauliflour, onions, and potatoes. MOVEABLE FEAST (326 W. Liber- ty) - For exquisite French cuisine, head for Moveable Feast. Although it concentrates mainly on catering par- ties, the restaurant is open for lunch, and features items not found at most lunch spots, including Chocolate Mousse, and fruit kabob. The restaurant is operated by the wives of three University professors, who received their culinary training from some of the great chefs of Europe. Prices are moderately expensive. MAUDE'S (314 S. 4th Ave.) - It's Sunday night, the dorm isn't serving food, you have some extra bucks and you want a good meal at one of the local restaurants here in Ann Arbor. Fear not, young freshman, there is Maude's, a quaint little Victorian-style restaurant waiting to delite your palate. Maude's offers good salads and moderate prices. Yes, it even has a bar, but remember kids, you must be 21 to dring in Michigan. MILLER FARMS (1227 S. Univer- sity) - A cookie and ice cream san- dwich, topped with chocolate jimmies or a double dip of chocolate-chocolate chip Haagen-Daaz; at Miller's Ice Cream you get the biggest scoop per dollar. A single, which is two scoops of your favorite flavor is only 80 cents compared to a scrawny one scoop at Baskin Robbins for 60 cents. The next cone size, a betweener mat- ches a double at other Ann Arbor parlor's and a Miller's tripple won't even fit on a cone. The service is quick and friendly. A large menu and remodeled dining room, filled with hanging plants makes Millers a pleasant place to have lunch or dinner. Good hamburgers and excellent homemade soup made fresh everyday. THE OLD GERMAN (120 W. Washington) - Old German is an apt name for this restaurant, which not only features authentic German style food, but a rustic decor that creates the atmosphere of an old German Inn. For those not particularly fond of German food, the restaurant offers a selection of steaks and seafood. The Old German is open for lunch through dinner except on Thursdays, when it is closed. The prices are very reasonable, and the food very good. PANTREE (330 E. Liberty)- Open 24 hours, Pantree is the spot for after- ,the-party attacks of the munchies. It specializes in vegetarian and Mexican dishes - their quiches and nachos are among the best in town. Huge helpings of most dishes, so bring a friend to help eat. PARTHENON GYROS (226S. Main) -, For gyros sandwiches, this is probably the best place to go, although it's a long walk. Piped in Greek music, huge racks of lamb broiling on rotiseries, outstanding baklava, and large servings make it worth the above average prices. PICO DELI (1106 S. University) - The sandwiches at Pico Deli are a little smaller than most deli sandwiches, but that's only fitting because the Deli is a- lot smaller than most. In fact, it's only about eight feet wide and sort of resem- bles a closet. It offers standard deli fare such as turkey, ham and cheese, roast beef, corned beef on rye, potato salad, cole slaw, and dill pickles for a reasonable price. Or, if you want Thirst quenchers THE BLIND PIG (208 S. First)-If night wandering takes you away from the campus area, down to the older sec- tions of Ann Arbor, take a peek into the Blind Pig. The worn, brick building may seem deserted, but once you step inside there are definite signs of life in the laid-back style. Lush foliage, an all glass porch, glass tables, and French wine subtly remind one of a European cafe. On Mondays, Fridays, and Satur- days take a trip to the Pig's basement where blues, jazz, and an occasional rock band add to the cool nightclub at- mosphere. DOMINICK'S (812 Monroe) - Dominick's is literally a breath of fresh air in Ann Arbor's summer bar scene. For relaxation, not much beats a pleasant drink on Dominick's front por- ch, looking out on to the gothic buildings of the law quad. The atmosphere doesn't come cheap, however; Dominick's prices tend to be a bit high. The regular crowd is a bit older than at most bars, with a lot of law students escaping long hours of study. DOOLEY'S (310 Maynard) - One of, the campus' most popular watering holes, Dooley's manages to fill the house with its weekday drink specials. Mondays beer is only 10 cents a cup-after a $3.00 cover that is. Wed- nesday is ladies night and Tuesday is Greek night. For entertainment the bar pipes in popular music, and shows spor- ting events on a big screen TV. Don't plan on staying late, however; last call comes shortly after 1:15 a.m. and the glaring houselights come on around 1:35 a.m. GOOD TIME CHARLEY'S BAR and GRILL (1140 S. University) - The pin nacle of preppy bar-life, Charley's is the gateway to the fraternity and soriority world. Greeks and other prep- sters pack the bar almost every night. It's a shame the place is usually so full that breathing is difficult because Charley's is one of the most attractive bars in town. Crowds tend to obscure the lovely glass mirrors, lush plants, and round, brass railed bar that give the nightspot character. The first thing most people learn about Charley's is that a lot of students stock their dorm shelves with a complete collection of fancy drink glasses from the bar. JOE'S STAR LOUNGE (109 N. Main)-A bar with "atmosphere," a sense of history, and another miniscule dance floor. Owner Joe Tiboni took the old Star Lounge, changed the decor a little, brought in some challenging out- of-town bands, and created one of Ann Arbor's most interesting music places. CRUISIN' ANN ARBOR, last year's local music compilation, was recorded at Joe's; the four-night fest attracted large crowds to the steamy casbah. In general, decent cover and bar prices, ambivalent acoustics, diversified clien- tele. (grad students, East Quaddies, town ies, an occasional adult, and a good time), MR. FLOOD'S PARTY (120 W. Liber- ty, make up the odd couple of Ann Ar- nightspots in town. Top local bands don't seem to mind being shoved on to a tiny stage in the front corner of the bar, and dancers that don't fit on the floor just spill out into the street and keep dancing. The bar's exotic interior gives it a different look than other campus bars. Drinks are cheap. The clientele is older than at the average college bar. OLD TOWN (122 W. Liberty)-Old Town is one .of the few great bars in town to just go to and talk. If Old Town and its boistrous neighbor, Flood's Par- ty, make up the odd couple of Ann Ar- bor's bars, Old Town is where Felix Unger would go. It's neat and clean yet not sterile, has cozy candlelit tables, and plays soft jazz and classical tapes on a nice sound system. Drinks are moderately priced, and it serves pret- zels and peanuts. 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