Bellflower

"Bellflower’s serves seafood-forward, New Orleans-influenced dishes in an unpretentious atmosphere that perfectly matches downtown Ypsilanti’s overall vibe. The dinner menu changes daily to take full advantage of best-available ingredients, while the lunch counter features locally-sourced salads and po’ boys served on the spot’s signature milk bread." - John Reyes

"Bellflower’s New Orleans-influenced menu changes on a daily basis, but one thing is constant: this acclaimed, downtown Ypsilanti destination turns out a good fish sandwich. Take a look at the sandwich counter menu, featuring fried smelt and shrimp sammies, a fried smelt box accompanied by cocktail sauce and Duke’s mayonnaise, along with a hearty bowl of gumbo, whose recipe changes based on what’s available." - Serena Maria Daniels

"John Reyes, contributor, Eater Detroit: Downtown Ypsilanti has always been “up-and-coming” but with Bellflower..." - Serena Maria Daniels

"A Top 10 Takeover dinner featuring buttery grilled farm-fresh tomatoes and cucumbers, crispy house-made milk bread, smoked pork collar ham, and bread pudding with basil and plum." - Serena Maria Daniels

"Located in downtown Ypsilanti, Bellflower has received much well-deserved acclaim for its elegant, Southern-inspired menu made from local ingredients. The gumbo here changes based on what’s currently best available and often includes ingredients such as shrimp, duck, smoked lamb, or sausage." - John Reyes