Ann Arbor hosts tons of hidden gems and shining stars regarding food, activities and desserts. Mix and match options from this list for a night of fun, excitement and unforgettable memories.
Where to eat
There are plenty of places in Ann Arbor for Italian food but Palio in particular brings together fresh ingredients and amazing cuisine for a lovely group or solo dining experience. If you are looking for great food and the perfect backdrop for Instagram photos, check out Union Rec or Frita Batidos. Union Rec provides an eclectic vibe and an expansive menu of American-Latin fusion eats. Frita Batidos is also a woman-owned business with unique Cuban-inspired finger food. If you realize it is 8pm or 2am and you need a bite of food, NYPD is the place for a variety of pizzas by the slice amongst an expansive menu. If you need some quick bites of delicious tacos in a fun, spunky environment, Condado is the right place for you. Regardless of the restaurant you choose, make sure to fuel up before the rest of your girl’s night.
Palio
347 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Hours: 5-10pm, Monday-Thursday; 4-11pm, Friday and Saturday; 4-9pm, Sunday.
Union Rec
545 S Main St, Ann Arbor
Hours: 11am-9pm, Sunday-Thursday; 11am-11pm, Friday and Saturday.
Frita Batidos
117 W Washington St, Ann Arbor
Hours: 11am-11pm, Sunday-Thursday; 11am-12am, Friday and Saturday.
New York Pizza Depot
605 E William St, Ann Arbor
Hours: 10am-3am, Monday-Friday; 11am-3am, Saturday and Sunday.
Condado Tacos
401 E Liberty St #200, Ann Arbor
Hours: 11am-11pm, Sunday-Thursday; 11am-12am, Friday and Saturday
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Girls night activities
A main course needs to be followed up by an activity perfect for the whole group or any singletons out there. Ann Arbor has activities for every kind of interest. If you want to get an adrenaline rush, sign up for a Red Yoga class. Hoping to make something to use for future girl’s stay-in nights? Learn how to make your own bowls and puts at Throw Art Studio. If you want to combine a light workout, a tour of Ann Arbor and drinks with your friends, book a pedal saloon. If you need multiple activities for the girls, book a lane at Revel and Roll. In between your roll, spend time in the arcade or order food for the table. Hoping to sing your heart out? Check out Cantina on Tuesdays for karaoke nights. Catch a show at the Blind Pig and discover a new artist or revisit some of your favorite locals.
Red Yoga
421 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor
Hours: 8–11am, 4–7pm, Monday; 7:30–11am, 4–7pm, Tuesday; 7:30–11am, 4–8:30pm, Wednesday
7:30–11am, 4–7pm, Thursday; 7:30–9am, 4–5:30pm, Friday; 8am–12pm, 4–5:30pm, Saturday; 8am–12pm, 5:30–8:30pm, Sunday.
Throw Art Studio
130 Jackson Plaza #2A, Ann Arbor
Hours: 12-5pm, Tuesday-Friday; 12pm-8pm, Saturday and Sunday.
Pedal Saloon
201 N Main St., Ann Arbor,
Revel and Roll
1950 S Industrial Hwy, Ann Arbor
Hours: 12pm-12am, Monday-Thursday; 12pm-1am, Friday and Saturday; 12-11pm, Sunday.
Cantina
1140 S University Ave, Ann Arbor
Hours: 9pm-1am, Tuesday and Thursday; 9pm-12am, Wednesday; 6pm-2am, Friday and Saturday.
The Blind Pig
208 S 1st St, Ann Arbor
Hours: 5pm-2am, Monday-Friday; 3pm-2am, Saturday and Sunday.
Sweet treats
After a night out, the perfect way to conclude is by treating yourself to a sweet. There’s a plethora of places to consider for your sweet treat. For a gourmet cupcake, check out Bakehouse 46. If you are looking for ice cream or fudge, Ben & Jerry’s as well as Michigan Creamery are both open late. In case a fancy, customizable and vegan cinnamon roll sounds right up your alley, do not miss out on Cinnaholic. In case you need some boba with a side of rolled ice cream, Sweeting is the place to be. Still hungry after sweeting? Head across the street to Quickly for a waffle or more bubble tea flavors. Not sure what kind of candy you are in the mood for? Rocket Fizz has unique and vintage candy with a variety of flavors. Around nearly every corner of Ann Arbor is the perfect late-night sweet treat opportunity so choose the right one for you to top off the night.
Bakehouse 46
116 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor
Hours: 8am-9pm, Monday-Saturday; 8am-7pm, Sunday.
Ben & Jerry’s
304 S State St, Ann Arbor
Hours: 12-11pm, Monday-Thursday; 12-11:30pm, Friday-Saturday; 12:30-11pm, Sunday.
Michigan Creamery
302 S State St, Ann Arbor
Hours: 1-11pm, Monday-Suday
Cinnaholic
121 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Hours: 10am-9pm, Sunday-Thursday; 10am-10pm, Friday and Saturday
Sweeting
1205 S University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Hours: 11am-9pm, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday; 11am-10pm, Friday; 12-10pm, Saturday; 12-9pm, Sunday.
Quickly
1220 S University Ave #100, Ann Arbor
Hours: 11:30am-10pm, Monday-Sunday
Rocket Fizz
306 S Main St Suite 1A, Ann Arbor
Hours: 10am-8pm, Monday-Thursday; 10am-9pm, Friday and Saturday; 11am-7pm, Sunday.
