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If you're a fan of grinding up
against sweaty, Greek-affiliated
under-21s after downing five
slushy cups of brownish ice that
cost a dollar - "Long Island
Iced Tea" is far too generous a
label - then Ashley's probably
isn't the bar for you.
If you're willing to shell out
a few extra bucks for a nicer
drink, a calmer vibe and a
crowd more likely to be dis-
cussing politics than which frat
star is buying the next pitcher
of Miller Lite, head over to Ash-
ley's.
With 70 beers on tap, 70
more in bottles and the option
to explore your choices prior to
your visit with a comprehensive
online catalogue, Ashley's is
unparalleled in its selection of
quality craft beers from around
the globe. Its wait staff knows
every drink on the menu, and
its vibe is lively without being
overwhelming.
Beer isn't the only game in
town, either - once you've
downed a brew or five, you
can try French fries doused in
anything from stilton to curry
sauce to cheese curds, spicy
Buffalo wings, and an impres-
sive variety of burgers, pizzas
and more. Whether you're there
for a beer, a snack, a harder
beverage, or any and all of the
above, Ashley's can't be beat.
-GREG GARNO
Best
S ush
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Increasingly popular among
even the blandest of palates,
sushi - once considered strange
and exotic by the average Ameri-
can - is now enjoyed by anyone
and everyone. Sadako, conve-
niently located on South Uni-
versity, is bound to satisfy any
Ann Arborite's sushi craving,
whether you're adventurous or
still cautious about the concept
of consuming raw fish. The rolls
are prepared fresh, the service is
fast, and orders are available for
carry out or as a sit-down meal in
the clean and casual atmosphere
of the restaurant.
Sadako's low prices and high
quality make sushi an available
option for even the invariably
broke college student, and once
you've had your first taste, you're
hooked. The menu ranges from
beginner California Rolls to more
curious options, such as eel, octo-
pus or squid. (I myself get mys-
terious craving throughout the
week for the deep-fried Sunny
roll, filled with salmon and cream
cheese, an option I imagine
embodies everything sushi isn't
meant to be.)
Sushi isn't your thing? Sadako
offers various soups and salads,
noodle dishes and rice bowls
to keep the picky eaters happy.
It's the jackpot combination of a
varied, inexpensive menu that's
served quick and is most impor-
tantly delicious. Reasons that are
undoubtedly why Ann Arbor's
residents keep coming year after
year.
-KATHLEEN DAVIS
20I The Michigan Daily - michigandaily.com