Spiedo

Spiedo is an exciting new addition to the bistro scene in Ann Arbor! It has a very eclectic menu that a blend of Mediterranean, Korean and Indian cuisines — and that results in extremely flavorful dishes on the menu. I had lunch here with a buddy and we tried the Juicy Sean Rice bowl, Eggplant, Smashed Cucumber, Pkhali & Flatbreads. Every dish was uniquely flavorful & exquisitely made. The pkhali and the eggplant in particular were quite a revelation!! The place has a cute ambience, offers both inside & outdoor seating and makes for an absolutely delightful experience. Will definitely bring the family here again!! 😊

Was in Ann Arbor for 3 days and ate here twice- that’s how good it is! This place completely blew us away. My brother and I come from NYC so we’re used to amazing food and the food we had at Spiedo was some of the best we’ve ever had. We savored every bite of the zhough knight (a chicken flatbread sandwich) which was so perfectly seasoned. Make sure you get their chili sauce! We also tried some of their vegetable dishes like the eggplant and potatoes and they were also outstanding. This will be my first stop when I return to Ann Arbor. Highly highly recommend for simply outstanding food. They have great vegetation options too. They also have a good selection of cocktails and beers. There’s both indoor and outdoor seating in a cute patio. No good pictures because the food was too good to wait.

Amazing! Great flavor and really filling. Everything we ordered was delicious! The squash dish and tofu mafia wrap were sooo good! My only complaint is that it was a bit pricey.

The food was incredible and the service was built to match. The chicken lemon rice soup was not only the best I've had it was the best I can imagine. Absolutely will be going back and recommending to others

Fun design. Fast service. Tasty food. They allowed us to bring our own wine and charged $20 corkage. Lots of plant based options. Vegans welcome!

Okay so I finally got to see what the hype was about and they did not disappoint! I tried one of their fish wraps as recommended by the staff member who took my order and she absolutely didn’t lie on how good it was. Definitely give them a try if you’re in the Ann Arbor area as I certainly will be returning soon.

I ordered the Al Pastor and it was so delicious! Ellen was my waitress and she was so kind and funny! Very lovely atmosphere and hospitality in the restaurant. Would definitely recommend for any future patrons, particularly those of the LGBTQ+ community! Will definitely come back when I’m in town again! 💗

Dropped by Spiedo for a meal and the vibe was just right. They’ve got a super convenient barcode system for ordering, which made grabbing a table and diving into the menu a snap. We tried a range of vegan dishes, each with its own unique twist. The Charred Cabbage was a standout, topped with a tangy tahini ranch and sweet pomegranate molasses. The Cauliflower dish was fresh and zesty, and those Griddle Potatoes? Cheesy, herby, and just plain delicious. Don’t even get me started on the Tofu Mafia Rice Bowl – it was a flavor-packed punch with a kick from the chili crisp. Even snagged a bite of the Zhoug Knight chicken – tender and perfectly spiced. Service was friendly and fast. For anyone looking for great vegan food (and a bit more), Spiedo’s a winner. Would totally recommend! 🤤

A hidden gem in Ann Arbor. Food: I got the phkali, the asparagus, and the roasted beets, and all three were absolutely delicious. The flavors were bright and bold - perfect for a hot summer day. Service: I immediately felt welcomed walking in, as the staff were friendly and accommodating. Ambiance: The restaurant is small, but well-organized. A cute, colorful spot for casual good eats. Next time I'm back in A2, I'd love to try more of the menu.

The food is great, but somewhat expensive for what you get. And if you order carryout, they add an additional 18% fee onto your check!!!! The second time that I dined in (maybe 4 months ago), I asked for salt and lots of pepper, since there were no salt and pepper shakers anywhere in sight. What I received were sides of lots of salt and half as much pepper (the complete opposite of what I requested). So I requested more pepper. And I was then told that they would have to charge me if I wanted more!!! Never in my life have I eaten at a restaurant that charges for GROUND PEPPER!! Why not just make salt and pepper shakers available to customers like most restaurants and simply be done with it? I spent more than $40 on my dine-in meal for myself and they wanted to nickel and dime me for ground pepper?? This whole incident left me with such negative vibes that I haven't been back since, and I probably won't ever return.

From the street bright green and pink catches your eye. Housed in a space that used to be a different restaurant decades ago, they've certainly painted the building in a way that you can't walk past without noticing it. The staff is kind and knowledgeable, able to answer questions about both flavor and composition of each dish, and make recommendations based on what we were interested in. While denoted as Mediterranean their dishes are a modern twist across cultural flavors and techniques. Between my friend and I we split: Charred cabbage $8: tahini ranch, pomegranate molasses, herbs, pistachio dukkah. What an unexpected combination of flavors! The crispness and slight char on the cabbage leaves mingled with the tangy molasses and crunch of pistachio made for a perfect bite. Cauliflower $8: muhammara, oil cured olive, orange, almond. Toasted cauliflower over a dip of roasted red pepper, walnut and pomegranate molasses--zingy slightly spicy, topped with almond slivers and a sprinkle of parsley. Yum! RIP Smash $15: spit roasted spicy pork, calabrian kimchi, turkish oregano. This is a wrap sandwich composed of house-made flatbread, strips of pork, pork belly, fermented pickled cabbage, lettuce, red onion. A flavor explosion in my mouth. The flatbread was soft and warm but thick enough to hold the sandwich together. Served with a side of spiedo sauce made of tahini and yogurt. There is a vegan spiedo sauce made of cashew nuts as well. What a wonderful meal--I think from the outside it's quite easy to think this a fast casual spot and certainly the decor is quite simple, but the focus is squarely on the food and they really showcase an excellent creativity and hospitality. And for that I give them a big smile and thanks for sharing an amazing experience with us!

Unfortunately this placed missed the mark. Got the Zhoug Knight and Juicy Sean. It was interesting but the pita was too thick IMO and the "flavors" that people were talking about did not amaze me. There was very little chicken as you can see in the picture. The flavors, yes, was unique and almost had an Indian kick to it. The walleye (Juicy Sean) was a little better tasting but overall there are better Mediterranean places out there. Small store not very busy at around 5pm. Staff was friendly. They do have happy hour 4-6 on weekdays which is $2 off their sandwiches'

Awesome decor in here, like wow, it was a joy to sit inside amongst all the color. Absolutely loved the pkhali dip and flatbread. The flatbread SLAPS. Next time I'd love to try the cheese dip because I love labne. Of the two sandwiches we tried I think I preferred the RIP Smash. Full of flavor, crispy pork, and little pockets of yummy kimchi. The Juicy Sean was good for sure -- unlike any sandwich I've had before, but you have to be in the mood for fish. Will absolutely be returning to Spiedo to try their entire menu. Every item is a banger, it's just what you're in the mood for.

Phenomenal flavor! My husband and I got one of the chicken and one of the pork flatbread sandwiches and sides to share - the beets, cauliflower, and potatoes. The sandwiches were SO flavorful and unique - juicy, tender meat, fresh herbs, and unique flavors. Even the pita flatbread it was wrapped in was delicious. Of the sides, the beets were my favorite!! And I'm not even generally a huge fan of beets (find them to be hit or miss sometimes) but these were so delicious with the honey lemon yogurt, mint, crunchy hazelnut, and spices. Cauliflower was also delicious! Potatoes were great but really the most "standard" of everything we ordered. We also tried a couple cocktails but the food is more standout to me here. They do have a happy hour! With $2 off sandwiches and $2 off cocktails. We were stuffed, and looking forward to coming back! Heard Spiedo's by the same people as Takoi, which I've also heard amazing things about. Very happy that this concept is priced very approachably for such great taste. Looks small and unassuming from the outside (though colorful!) but there are little pockets of casual seating inside and outside.

The food here is so yummy, flavorful, and delicious. Spiedo's entire concept (from the food, to the interior, to the 'graphic design is my passion'-esque posts on social media) is unapologetically vibrant. Please check out their IG; the design of their promotional posters are so avant-garde, it might send my graphic design professor into an aneurism. I went here for lunch and got the Zhoug Knight wrap. It was beyond flavorful. The interior is vibrant and intimate. Service was also great. Spiedo just might be my favorite Mediterranean spot in Ann Arbor. Can't wait to come back.

I met up with my foodie friend and fellow Elite Tiffany H at Spiedo recently for lunch and really enjoyed the experience! Spiedo is the sister restaurant to Takoi in Detroit, which has been on my list for ages. Luckily I got a taste of chef Michael Goldberg's food at this casual spot near the heart of downtown Ann Arbor. The space is super bright and cozy with limited seating. I was greeted right away by George (I think his name is George) who was really friendly and very helpful. He gave me the rundown of the menu and ordering process (order via QR code at your table or at the register) and let me know some fan favorites. The menu consists of rice bowls, flatbreads (wraps made with roti), and a handful of sides. I was really intrigued by the flavor and ingredient combinations, like walleye with a Thai fish sauce, pork with calabrian kimchi, charred carrots with tahini ranch... you get the idea. Super interesting and fun for me as we don't have a ton of this type of creativity happening foodwise in Grand Rapids where I live. (Spiedo, please come to GR?) I went with the Rip Smash (or is it RIP Smash?), with the roasted pork and calabrian kimchi. I debated on a side but I wanted to save some room for more Ann Arbor food adventures. Tiffany got the Juicy Sean walleye as a rice bowl and the charred carrots. Our food came out pretty quickly and looked nice, especially the carrots - the plating was that of a 5 star restaurant. The flatbread was super tasty and I loved that the roti had great flavor. There were bits of crispy pork that I really enjoyed although none of it was spicy. The crunch of the kimchi and cabbage was really nice, although I do kind of wish it was saucier (but I'm big sauce person). Tiffany loved her meal too and commented on how good the rice was, which seems like a simple thing but I find that rice can oftentimes be super bland. I loved this experience, it was super chill, delicious, and left me wanting more. I'll be back!

Lived up to the rating with creative fresh dishes and friendly staff. Not your typical food so come if you're looking for something different.

Yum!! So flavorful and delicious. Spiedo is Chef Brad Greenhill and Takoi chef de cuisine Michael Goldberg's latest restaurant opening. It's in the old Chela's space but they've "spiedo'ed" it! I ordered basically the entire menu including the sides. I ordered online via Toast for pick up. You can also order on DoorDash FYI! I don't have any food allergies or restrictions, but I appreciate how conscious they are about it & seem very well educated on nut allergies, etc. *THE GEORGIAN FLATBREAD (lamb kebab, adjika, pomegranate) - Gosh soo flavorful! I got it as-is and it was perfectly balance. The pops of pomegranate were perfect - just added a bit of sweet, sour, texture and broke up some of the savoriness. I usually DON'T like lamb but this was not gamey whatsoever. I paid an extra $1 for the hot sauce but it wasn't very spicy. I'll try getting it on the side next time. *NOT HUMMUS (ceci beans, green chili, lemon, walnut, sesame, flatbread (vg))- No idea what a ceci bean is but this was smooth like hummus and just as tasty! *FARMER'S CHEESE (pink peppercorn, chive, good oil, flatbread) - this was almost like a labneh! Not really what I expected but delightfully delicious! *SMASHED CUCUMBERS (farro, sumac onions, herbs, lemon yogurt): Love the take on smashed cukes! I usually only have them Chinese style (with garlic and rice vinegar) but this was lovely to add some greens to the meal. *HEIRLOOM TOMATOES (harissa, hyssop, sunflower, whipped feta): The aromatics on this are CHEF KISS. This looks like a seasonal item! I also tried the Chocolate Tahini shake because I was upsold while I was picking up my order. The folks were super friendly!

Spiedo, the new Mediterranean restaurant in town, is a small and intimate gem with vibrant decor that I adore. Their concise menu includes wraps and rice bowls, along with a selection of specialty cocktails, including the delectable chocolate tahini shake. I visited during their happy hour (4pm - 6pm) and tried the Zhoug knight wrap, meatball wrap, chocolate tahini shake, and fruit by the foot cocktail. The wraps were bursting with flavor, with a perfect balance of spices like cumin on the pita bread. They struck the right ratio of vegetables to meat, making every bite a delight. The fruit by the foot cocktail is fresh, tasty, and almost dangerously deceptive with its fruity and non-alcoholic appeal. As for the chocolate tahini shake, it's a non-alcoholic option that ranks among the best chocolate shakes I've ever had. The servers are super nice and really helpful. Spiedo comes highly recommended, offering a flavorful and refreshing Mediterranean dining experience.

Favorite restaurant in Ann Arbor! Will definitely be back to try the whole menu! Ambiance is amazing and the staff was so kind and helpful! Chocolate Tahini Shake was to die for and is my favorite treat ever! 2 star review was also good! Loved the falafel!

This place stands out in the generally bland food scene of Ann Arbor. This small place is colorful and provides a cozy yet stylish ambiance. The waiter made sure to talk us through the menu and made some great recommendations. We split the zhoug knight sandwich and the roasted beets for a quick lunch. It came out quickly and be they cut the wrap already in half which shows that they pay attention to detail. Flavors are spot on and the wrap was slightly spicy. They make their flatbread in house and it's so yummy. Will definitely come back!

This place is lovely and probably my favorite restaurant in Ann Arbor at the moment. All of the food is well seasoned and you can tell that dishes were conceptualized with a focus on texture as well. The sauces that they are served with are quite unique with things like Tahini Ranch. The dishes are mostly sandwiches with different proteins served with onions, spiedo sauce and other veggies. I've had the Zhoug Knight a few times as well as the other sandwiches with beef and pork. The sides are all veggie focused and is where I think the restaurant really shines. Haven't had a ton of cocktails here, but the ones I've had were solid. Only qualms with this place are that it's pretty small and getting a seat can be difficult, AND it can be pretty easy to run up a $90 tab between two people with a sandwich, side, and drink

WOW 5/5!! This is probably my new favorite restaurant in Ann Arbor! We came in around 7pm on a weekday night and it was busy but we did not have to wait. We sat down and ordered but there is also an option to order at the counter if you already know what you want. The food came out pretty quickly and all of the food was fresh, light, and flavorful!! The roasted beets were definitely the star of the show. Overall, it felt like fancy food but without the price of fancy food. I love this place and can't wait to go back!!

We always look for non-standard, highly rated, food options whenever we take trips no matter how short or long they are. A quick yelp search of Ann Arbor helped locate Spiedo and we were extremely pleased. The food was as delicious as the pictures looked. Don was extremely helpful and patient in reviewing the menu, options, and his recommendations. The place is small, cozy, well lit, and had plenty of parking options. My wife asked if I'd get the same thing again to which I replied "No, but only because I want to try everything else".

I was out running errands the other night and my husband texted me that he had heard from some friends that Spiedo is great and we should try it. I had definitely heard good things through the ol' Yelp grapevine so I took a look at the website and was pleased to see they had a really easy online ordering system. "Dinner tonight?" I asked him. "YES!" he replied. They specialize in rotisserie proteins with a mediterranean flair, featured in flatbread sandwiches (aka wraps) and rice bowls. They also have a really delicious list of seasonal sides. Everything here sounded great and, though my usual would probably be one of the sandwiches, I couldn't get over some of the sides so I decided on a dinner of assorted dips (fans of "Only Murderers in the Building" will get that reference). It was a great decision! I went with the roasted beets (pilpelchuma, date molasses, hazelnuts, fried shallot, and honey lemon yogurt), and the farmer's cheese, a house made cheese similar to labneh topped with pink peppercorn, chive, and olive oil. Both were served with flatbread and incredible. My only recommendation would be to order more of the flatbread on the side because it is out of this world good and you'll regret you don't have more of it. And together these two were the perfect amount of food for me for dinner (plus I had a little left over for a snack the next day!) In addition to the dips I also went with the griddled potatoes (topped with charred scallion, serrano creme fraiche, herbs, abd sea salt). Admittedly, certain bites were a bit too salty for me but I say that with the caveat that I'm currently on a medication that makes everything taste a bit saltier so it could have just been me. If I scraped some of it off the skins it was perfect. And that creme fraiche? Excellent. I know they rotate things in and out based on the seasons so I'm not sure if these will stick around but I hope they do because whoooboy. If not, I'm sure something equally delicious will be on the menu and I can't wait to try it!

We returned to Spiedo to try the New RIP Smash bowl with pork and kimchi. I had intended to take a picture of the RIP Smash, but I took a bite and just kept eating. It was such a delicious and flavorful bowl that I forgot that "the camera eats first."

I had tried Speido during their tasting menu days before they opened and they did not disappoint! Now that they're open: also don't disappoint. I'm so glad they made the space wonderful and fun inside! The folks working are always so nice and friendly! So happy to have the Takoi family back in Ann Arbor :)

Soooo good. So far I've tried to RIP smash and Zhoug knight. Both are unique in flavor and I'm sooo looking forward to trying everything else. The people working there are really friendly, and the ambiance is fun and gorgeous. I spiedo

Tried Spiedo for the first time today - really a great new spot w creative dishes w Mediterranean theme but much more than that. Rice bowls w the walleye and chicken were complex and filling. The beet side dish was surprising w/incredible flavors (and I'm not a beet fan!). The place is pleasingly funky w indoor and outdoor seating and the staff could not have been more kind, helpful or enthusiastic. New favorite! Thanks for a unique new experience.

Excellent food and quick service. Enjoyed the roasted cabbage immensely, great balance of flavors.

Came here last night and enjoyed the heck out of my meal! I love Mediterranean food and they really knocked it out of the park here. The place is very unassuming and gives you a bit of a hole in the wall feeling but don't let that fool you, the food is top notch. Service was great as well and the host really took the time to explain the menu to us first timers. We ordered the zhoug knight wrap, the tirshi dip, the roasted beets and the rip smash bowl. Everything, and I mean everything, was amazing and elevated humble food with the refined way they paired everything together. Their draft cocktails were also fun albeit on the very small side for $12.

The food is delicious with interesting flavor combinations. I had a fish flatbread (Juicy Sean) and shared a carrot dip and farmer cheese dip with my friend. We also enjoyed yummy cocktails. I'm looking forward to going again soon and trying out more of the menu.

Delicious take on fusion food. Feels authentic and innovative at the same time. Tastes amazing. They make amba from scratch!!! That is the bomb. IYK, YK.

Spiedo is a brand new Ann Arbor gem. I'm vegetarian and there are a bunch of amazing, flavorful options. The beets with yogurt sauce are incredible, the carrots with feta are amazing, and their bread is soft, chewy, and delicious. The farmers cheese and tirshi are delicious dips for the bread. The tirshi in particular is a lovely, sweet-savory squash dip sprinkled with pomegranate seeds, and I've never had anything quite like it. I've gotten carry out from Spiedo more times than I'd like to admit, and the quality is consistent with good portion sizes and reasonable pricing. I've recommend this place to all of my friends, and I'm excited to see them continue to make really tasty food!

With all the mediocre restaurants in Ann Arbor trying to pass as really good food, Speido far surpasses all of them. If you eat in other cities you'll know what I mean. This casual little spot is the best food in Ann Arbor for a fraction of the cost. Everything on the menu is crafted with intention with a focus on beauty and high flavor. Unusual ingredients will have you asking lots of questions, and the staff is poised to explain. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Beer and cocktails are lovely. Don't let the "middle eastern" label sway you either way. This is the most creative, unique "middle eastern" you'll encounter. Order a variety of dishes to share, then get the appropriately sized tahini chocolate shake (vegan) and savor it. The food is healthy enough that you won't feel guilty and your belly will be happy and satiated!

Delicious food. Great service. Kind of a hole in the wall but the food was phenomenal. I had a wrap and my coworker had the Dougie Wrap and we both very happy with the food. Everything was priced well, too. I will be back.

I ordered the 2-Star Review, Pkhali and some extra bread. I can't recommend this food enough. It was all delicious. I tend to eat food I've never tried and the Pkhali was new to me. It warmed my mouth and made me happy. The flavor was delicious. And the 2-Star Review gets 5 stars from me.

While the inside is like a hole in the wall and nothing to write home about, the food itself is amazing. The people working there are so nice and helpful. You can tell they actually like working there too. I've tried two sandwiches, the Tom the Mailman and the Zhoug Knight. I significantly prefer the Zhoug Knight overall thats like the best shawarma wrap ever. I wish there was a little more meat inside, but the flavors are definitely on point. Honestly though, their vegetables and sides are a real highlight. We've tried almost all of them and they are all super delicious. My favorites are the Tirshi and Roasted Beets. I also recommend that you try a flatbread. Don't forget to save room for their Chocolate Shake. Now if they could only add some traction to the bottom of the tables so they are harder to slide around accidentally.

Its very close to perfection. The wrap I had is quite frankly the first thing I've had in Ann Arbor that is a destination meal. Its to die for; unique, eccentric even, but so distinctive that you have to try it. The apps and price do let things down a bit; I thought the potatoes were a bit under seasoned and this made the overall price tag feel a bit steep. But you'll immediately think about how good that wrap is again and any complaints get washed away. A real find in Ann Arbor

SERIOUSLY AMAZING!!! I went with my partner and we shared a chicken rice bowl, the Tom flatbread sandwich and way over ordered sides- we got smashed potatoes, farmers cheese, and the soup. Every single item was outstanding! The potatoes were perfectly roasted and the light and flavorful sauce was amazing paired with them. The farmers cheese was fresh and bright while being full of warm toasty spices, the flatbread was fluffy and soft and perfectly toasted. The soup was my personal favorite and was more thick than I expected but after the first bite I was sold, it came with some crispy seasoned flatbread (these people know food!!!). The chicken rice bowl and beef wrap were perfect. Couldn't have asked for a better meal and we have so many leftovers for an entire lunch tomorrow. *note to owners, I would recommend honey or hot honey on the farmers cheese or on the side, I did that at home and it sent it over the top!

Great flavors. Have tried most of their wraps and each is unique. Very friendly staff. Excellent as both dine in and carry out.

Have you tried the milkshake? Or the meatball sandwich? It's sooo good and the latkes were incredible too. I love the atmosphere of the restaurant and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend!

Their staff is super friendly and their falafel smash wrap (vegetarian) is excellent. Would recommend for a quick lunch or a dinner and beer.

Good dishes with spectacular taste! So far the best Mediterranean food in downtown Ann Arbor

Their food is ridiculously good... like so unreal. I've been here twice and it instantly is in my top Ann Arbor restaurants. The flavor and freshness of every single thing they serve is just insane.

This place is amazing. It's the same group as Takoi in Detroit, but it's vaguely Mediterranean wraps instead of Thai food. The bread they use is unbelievable good--simultaneously fluffy and chewy, a texture combo I've never seen before. The menu changes a lot from day to day but the zhoug knight is always there and an excellent option. I also have tried the Georgian, which was really good--pomegranate and ajika plus lamb meat I think? Hope that one makes it into the rotation. The not hummus appetizer was good but less of a standout in my opinion. The only issue is that it's an expensive option: wraps are around $15, they they are big enough to probably be a full meal on their own. I'll be returning here a lot!

The food is fantastic, Had the chicken wrap and the hummus wrap, Split with a friend, Note you can't really split the wraps, we swapped half way through,, They were both great. Both had the same veges along with the protein, the hummus had a spicier chili mango sauce that was nice. The beets were so good. My friend loved them after saying he has never really liked them before. The cocktails were also wonderful, the Smokey joe was great with the hummus / chili sauce and the Wild Child was bright and bubbly and super tasty. The people explained everything well and also told us about the farm that is part of the organization and provides most or all of their winter veges. The location is small but super convenient with the library lot right there, Just make sure to get a corner table or someone is going to have to sit on a little stool.