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Gandy Dancer, Ann Arbor, MI

Gandy Dancer

4.7
4.7
6466 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 62 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
All across Ann Arbor, the Gandy Dancer restaurant is known for its creative preparations of seafood, steaks and pasta dishes. Situated in the beautifully restored 1886 Michigan Central Depot, it is both an architectural landmark as well as an elegant restaurant. A popular wedding venue in Ann Arbor, the Gandy Dancer's fine cuisine and sophisticated, historic atmosphere make a grand setting for rehearsal dinners and receptions. One taste of the Gandy Dancer menu, and you'll see why diners all over Michigan choose it time and time again.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:00 Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (734) 769-0592
  • Website
    https://www.gandydancerrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Mark Sanchez
  • Catering
    The Gandy Dancer also offers off site catering for corporate receptions, product launches & business lunches.
  • Private party facilities
    Housed in the historic Michigan Central Depot in Ann Arbor, Gandy Dancer offers an ideal space for any special occasion. Consider a menu of fine steaks and the freshest seafood, enhanced with a historically-elegant atmosphere, for your special event.
  • Private party contact
    Laura Kelly: (734) 769-0592
  • Location
    401 Depot St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
  • Area
    Ann Arbor
  • Cross Street
    Main Street
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 6,466 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Seafood

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Most Booked

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Overall

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Food

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Service

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Ambience

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Value

  • Ann Arbor

    Great for fine wines

  • Ann Arbor

    Good for special occasions

  • Ann Arbor

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gandy Dancer offers an enchanting dining experience in an historic setting, featuring "wonderful food" and "excellent service." Guests consistently praise the attentive staff, especially standout servers like Luke and Rodney. The seafood dishes are a highlight, with scallops and crab cakes often mentioned. While some note price concerns, the "beautiful ambiance" and unique train views make it a memorable choice for special occasions.

6,466 Reviews

  1. Jackson

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time diner, and will definitely be back. Sarah Kate was amazing with great service and the perfect recommendations. The pace of the entire meal was leisurely, which we enjoyed. Can’t rave enough about the food. Portions were generous, price was not bad, and taste was out of this world. We had soups for appetizers, the lobster bisque and butternut squash, which both were amazing. Then the prime rib and cedar plank salmon. Perfect cook on both. Seasoned very well. Sauces were top notch. Definitely recommend getting a the prime rib with the crab cake - possibly the best crab cake I’ve ever had. Cocktails were delicious, as well, and capped off with the ganache covered mousse and cake dessert (the name escapes me). The wallet wasn’t hit unexpectedly bad, but was happy to pay for the experience we received. Enjoyed complimentary valet service on a snowy night and tipped Abe, who was extremely kind. 10/10 experience. Absolutely zero complaints. Even bonus points for getting to see a train go by.

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  2. Amy

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service, food, and atmosphere were all excellent! Highly recommend

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  3. Kathy

    Detroit

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The quality of the food has dramatically dropped for what was once a very fine dining experience. The steaks were overdone, food came out cold but on hot plates, and the mashed potatoes were like hockey pucks. The French dips were fatty, and the fries looked like they had been thrown on the plate. Overall, it was a very disappointing experience.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, excellent wait staff, and a beautiful historic building. Highly recommend the Gandy Dancer.

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  5. Ella

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fred was a wonderful server and we had a magical time.

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  6. Chandra

    Detroit

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Josh was amazing!! He was able to execute in the best possible way. And even remembered me from the last time. The food and service was amazing. I celebrated my mothers birthday and he favorite is Aqua Panna and he offered it. She was thinking I like him and to request him next time. Also he gave me all the information need for a birthday gathering I wanted to do in April. So thank you Josh for all you do!!

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  7. Debra

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated my husband’s birthday and had an excellent meal. Everyone enjoyed their meals and drinks. The service was a bit slow, but we were not in a rush. Overall, it was a wonderful experience from the appetizers to the coffee and desserts.

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  8. Anita

    Detroit

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service great food. I loved the atmosphere. Our drinks were so good too.

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  9. Dennis

    Detroit

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was wonderful. Our server, Sarah Kate, was delightful. Thank you!

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  10. Xavier

    Detroit

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The atmosphere was nice, but ultimately if I’m going to spend a fortune on a dinner for two, I want to be fully satisfied. The steak for myself and my girlfriend was very underwhelming, and quite personally I have made a better steak than what they have served me.

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FAQs

Gandy Dancer offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (734) 769-0592.

Gandy Dancer is rated 4.7 stars by 6466 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 62 times today

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Google Map for Gandy Dancer

401 Depot St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Main Street
  • Area
    Ann Arbor
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:00 Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mark Sanchez
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.gandydancerrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (734) 769-0592
  • Catering
    The Gandy Dancer also offers off site catering for corporate receptions, product launches & business lunches.
  • Private party facilities
    Housed in the historic Michigan Central Depot in Ann Arbor, Gandy Dancer offers an ideal space for any special occasion. Consider a menu of fine steaks and the freshest seafood, enhanced with a historically-elegant atmosphere, for your special event.
  • Private party contact
    Laura Kelly: (734) 769-0592

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