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Gandy Dancer, Ann Arbor, MI

Gandy Dancer

4.6
4.6
6627 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 66 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
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 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (734) 769-0592
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 6,627 people are saying

Gandy Dancer reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Seafood

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Most Booked

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Overall

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Food

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Ambiance

  • Ann Arbor

    Best Value

  • Ann Arbor

    Good for special occasions

  • Ann Arbor

    Lively

  • Ann Arbor

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gandy Dancer offers a unique dining experience in a historic train depot with a "charming and nostalgic" ambiance. Guests praise the "delicious food," including standout dishes like prime rib, scallops, and sea bass. The atmosphere and service are consistently highlighted as "excellent," making it a "must-visit" in Ann Arbor.

6,627 Reviews
  1. Andrei

    Detroit3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Can’t go wrong with this place. Food and service are always on point!

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  2. Anne

    Detroit2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were very disappointed in the food. It took about twenty five minutes to get our orders and when they arrived, they were cold. Even the second plate (that was supposed to be hot) arrived luke warm. And the taste was very poor. We had better meal the day before in the pub across the street than from this fine restaurant. Very disappointed as we were there to celebrate.

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  3. Walter

    Detroit1 review

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the restaurant and the atmosphere. The service was marginal. I had the crab stuffed salmon. The salmon was dry and I think overcooked. The crab stuffing was burnt on the top and the potatoes and asparagus were barely warm. The lobster bisque was good, but again only slightly warm. I have been there many times, but this was the worst of all my visits. 

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  4. Jeffrey VIP

    Detroit52 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Everything was OK except the wine and one of our main dishes. And the cocktail we shared. The glass of merlot was barely drinkable, and it was from their top tier section. The adventurous flight of reds was horrible; couldn't finish it. Every restaurant should have a genuine top-tier wine available by the glass. Let’s face it - the bar here is mediocre at best. The cocktail was unbalanced, unenjoyable, and I sent it back. This is not a place for people who appreciate good wine. I generally purchase a bottle, but wanted to experiment with different wines, instead of sticking to just one bottle the whole evening. Big mistake. The restaurant doesn't even have a sommelier. It shows. It doesn't even publish its wine list. My wife's main course was very good. Mine was ridiculously poor. The shrimp was fried to oblivion. It was hard and barely edible. I ate it because I was hungry. I should have sent it back. The dessert was good, a chocolate lava cake made in-house. It isn't the best in town, but respectable. Overall the wine fiascos made the meal really unenjoyable. This is not a place for fine wine.

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  5. Amy

    Detroit14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was an amazing dinner. All six of us thoroughly enjoyed or meals, drinks, and desserts. It has been years since any of us have been, but it will now be on our list to frequent more often.

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  6. kim

    Detroit4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Birthday dinner. Our daughter bought us a gift certificate for Christmas, but we're Landry members, so it's always a special occasion place. It was great. Food great! Ask for Raymond. He'll treat you like you're royalty! Plan to go back soon!

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  7. Dana

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere was so relaxing. The server took great care of us. The food was great. This was a really enjoyable family dinner out with the teenager and everyone had a nice time.

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  8. TIMOTHY VIP

    Detroit6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    House specialty braised short rib was selected last minute on waiter recommendation. Disappointed with the amount of adipose tissue content. I’ll keep to the fresh catch category in the future. (The sea bass entree ordered by my daughter was excellent)

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  9. Christa

    Grand Rapids3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Well prepared dishes (oysters, salmon and scallops). Service was excellent. Wish there was a dairy free chocolate dessert.

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  10. Harpreet

    Detroit1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best crab cakes outside of Baltimore is here.. They mean their crab cakes../

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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 4.6 stars by 6627 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 66 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Gandy Dancer

401 Depot St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Main Street
  • Neighborhood
    Ann Arbor
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • 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, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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