Vinology Restaurant & Event Space

Vinology continues to set the standard for thoughtful, ingredient-driven dining. Every dish reflected real care, precision, and respect for both technique and product. We started with the Calabrian chili calamari, which was outstanding. Perfectly crisp without being heavy, tender throughout, and balanced beautifully by the subtle heat of the Calabrian chili vinaigrette and the brightness of the arugula and grilled lemon. It was the kind of dish where every element had a purpose. The Stoney Creek Mushroom Bourguignon was exceptional. Deep, rich, and layered with flavor, the ragout had incredible depth, and the creamy polenta was smooth and comforting without being overly heavy. The mushrooms themselves were clearly high quality and expertly prepared, delivering both texture and umami in every bite. We also had the braised beef short ribs, which were absolutely phenomenal. The beef was fork-tender and intensely flavorful, and the bordelaise was silky and concentrated without overpowering the dish. The pommes aligot were perfectly executed, with a luxurious texture that complemented the richness of the beef, while the roasted carrots added just the right contrast. The overall experience was elevated further by the atmosphere and presentation. The dining room strikes a perfect balance between refined and comfortable, with warm lighting, thoughtful plating, and an energy that feels both lively and relaxed. The wine program is excellent, and everything from glassware to pacing reflects attention to detail. Vinology exemplifies what makes Ann Arbor’s dining scene special. Exceptional ingredients, executed with confidence and care. Already looking forward to coming back.

I have photographed several weddings here and it is one of my favorite venues for a low key wedding! The staff and service is amazing, the food is absolutely some of the best wedding food I've ever had (including the desserts-- the tiramisu cake is THE best), and it has low lighting/speak easy vibes. If you are a fan of cocktails, you will love everything that the bartenders come up with. 11/10, highly recommend!

My husband and I came here Friday and Saturday night this weekend. We love this place and have come here every time we come to Ann Arbor. Our experience with Cierra was nothing less than perfect. Last night she made amazing cocktails, exactly how we ordered them perfectly done and with a smile, and then she suggested an amazing pizza which we enjoyed greatly. Tonight we came in after the U of M hockey game and she greeted us like we had known each other forever, and we enjoyed some lovely wine that she suggested for us. Her patience and hospitality were second to none. We can’t wait to come back to Ann Arbor and Vinology!

Vinology was an experience! We caught the final 10 minutes of happy hour. Our server Kelsey:) was wonderful very freindly with honest and helpful recommendations. I had the jerk skewers $13 hot and spicy. Daughter and hubby had the smash burgers and were crazy happy. My son had the papardelle pasta flavor was great but quantity lacking and finally the wife had the baked brie and...loved it. Thank you Vinology and Kelsey:).

Amazing wedding venue! Eric communicated well throughout the entire wedding process. The staff were organized and the bartenders made excellent drinks. I love the decor downstairs in the bubble room and cellar. The food was excellent. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a small wedding venue.

We had our wedding reception at Vinology, and we had an incredible experience! The staff was so kind and helpful during the planning process and throughout the reception. The drinks and food were delicious, and all of our guests had an amazing time!

My wife and I travel to Ann Arbor often. This trip was to go to a U of M hockey game. We stopped in on both Friday and Saturday and the service from Cierra (and Matt on Friday) were outstanding. We had such a great time talking to her. She gave great wine advice. We also had the sausage pizza with the hot honey. Wow was that amazing. If I were to add up the stars from both nights Cierra (Matt) and Vinology get 10 stars.

Had a very enjoyable dinner for Valentine’s Day. It was our fourth year in a row getting the pre fixe menu on V-day. My wife loved the tenderloin and I loved my crab stuffed trout. The chocolate crème brûlée was phenomenal! All around great experience!

Still love the happy hour! One of the best patios in downtown too. Get there on a nice evening when the sun has already passed behind the building. Enjoy the flatbreads, appetizers and half off wines by the glass. Service is good even outside. You can bring your pet to the patio, just keep it in a leash. Patio is in busy Main Street.

Updating my review for brunch - I still think dinner is the stand out here, but if you're looking for a "bottomless" mimosa/Bloody Mary/aperol spritz spot, this is the spot! Vinology is also a great spot for celebratory occasions as they hook it up with free dessert - such a nice touch! For brunch, we had the: * FRESH DOUGHNUTS (cinnamon sugar, raspberry jam) - kind of more like churro/funnel-cake-like circles because of how dense this was but I'm not complaining! Pretty tasty still. * CLASSIC CAESAR (baby romaine, anchovy, parmesan crisps, creamy caesar dressing) - Whole anchovies is bold, but I enjoyed it! * CHICKEN & WAFFLE (buttermilk fried chicken, fried eggs, hollandaise) - the fried chicken on its own tasted kind of dry and underseasoned BUT once I got the runny fried egg going with some maple syrup and hot sauce, then it was actually pretty perfect. Maybe they planned for it to be that way. Also the waffle was a nice malt-y water so no comlaints! * SHORT RIB CHIMICHURRI OMELET (braised short rib, ricota cheese, home fries, toast) - one thing Vinology does VERY WELL is potatoes. Whether they're the stand out french fries or these home fries, they're always well seasoned and have the right texture. The short rib was a smidge dry too but flavorful and the ricotta chimichurri combo helped! *Chilled Plantains - My husband picked this one for his birthday dessert freebie! I thought it was a unique choice but the birthday person gets to choose! It was actually a really tasty dish and I think takes some finesse. It was the perfect temperature - chilled but not frozen and pretty tasty! The service is always great here & our server, Maya, at brunch was lovely - attentive and super friendly!

I went to Vinology with a friend during Ann Arbor's restaurant week, but the entire experience was pretty lackluster. The Chef's Highlight Menu was $35 per person. I ordered: shrimp chimichurri with roasted tomato, braised short rib and oxtail over pasta and ragu, and berry bread pudding. I was pretty surprised to see that the appetizer consisted of two small shrimps and veggies, but they were still pretty good. The entree was reasonably portioned, but it had little meat and the consistency of the ragu was looser than I expected. The bread pudding dessert (not pictured) ended up being two pieces of dense, fried french toast with a few berries on the plate. I would not order any of these dishes again. Although my friend and I arrived before 5pm and left by 6pm, we still experienced somewhat slow service. The pacing between courses was leisurely, so we spent quite a bit of time waiting for the next course. We were able to people-watch while we waited since we were seated near the windows at the front of the restaurant, but the slow service was still disappointing considering there were very few patrons. My water glass also remained empty for long periods of time, and I had difficulty flagging down servers for refills or extra utensils. Because of the below average service, I wasn't expecting a mandatory 20% gratuity added to the bill, so that lack of transparency around gratuity expectations left a negative impression on the visit as a whole.

Have been here half a dozen times or so in the last year. Definitely enjoy sitting at the bar and having a nice glass of wine. Will occasionally have dinner and its always excellent. Most recently had the pasta with a short rib meat sauce. Followed by one of the best chocolate mousses I've had in a long time. Looking forward to returning soon.

Wine is always a pleasure to have at Vinology! Food is great, service is fast and I've always really enjoyed this place.

Stopped in for a cocktail on the patio the other night. They offer a decent Beer selection, for my husband and of course a nice selection of Wines and Cocktails. I have been wanting to eat here for years. Never thought I could with food intolerances. After speaking with our server and inquiring about the food. I was happy to learn that they work well with food allergies. However; the kitchen was closed. We had a few drinks and returned a few days later for food. Sangria Finally a Sangria not diluted down with a bunch of syrups and juices!! The process they use for there Sangria, which I was told is award winning, is interesting and you should definitely ask about it when you stop in. It was very good. Food I ordered the Tuna Carpaccio. Minus fennel (I can't have it) it was delicious and fresh. No fishy taste whatsoever. Beautifully plated. Next time I will ask for the parmesan on the side. There was a little too much on it for my liking. The Olive Oil and Capers really balanced it will as the fennel would have I'm sure. We also ordered the Baked Brie and Warm Baguette. Equally delicious. I had to order some of the toppings on the side so my picture will look a bit different than their standard dish. A week later...... Came in to get dinner. I was going to get the Ribeye but unfortunately they were sold out. So they worked with me to make a great Salmon dish. Without Garlic. It came with Peruvian Potatoes, Spinach, and Artichokes. It was delicious and I can't wait to get it again. Dessert.... OMG.... The flourless Chocolate Lava Cake. I could eat two, so damn good !!!

This was an absolutely delicious brunch! For a place with name like Vinology, we didn't actually drink any alcohol. It was a bit early in the day, and while the idea of mimosas was tempting, there was just much to do for some day drinking. All I can speak for is the piedmontese ribeye and scrambled eggs which just made my stomach sing. I wanted to inhale the whole thing in one sitting but ended up really only eating half and taking the rest home. Everyone else was very very happy with their meals, and they very easily added on a grilled chicken to a salad upon request (despite the option not being advertised anywhere on their menu). Our waitress was incredibly patient and helpful as we sorted through what we wanted, and overall we had a really positive experience. I'm not sure what this place is like in the evenings, but we went at about noon on a Saturday afternoon and there was barely anyone there, so don't worry about necessarily having a reservation if that's the window you're looking at. We'll absolutely look forward to coming to Vinology again sometime soon, hopefully in the evening this time around!

My husband and I happened to stumble upon this place as we were finishing up at the Ann Arbor Art Fair and the patio looked so cute that we wanted to stop for maybe a quick bite to eat and a glass of wine. Upon seeing the full menu however, we were intrigued and stayed for a whole dinner! We both did wine flights, I got the white wine flight, while my husband got the fruity red wine flight. Both were spectacular! They have a great selection for the wine menu while also having some really interesting cocktails that I'll have to try next time. Because yes, there will definitely be a next time here for us! Now on to the food! Michigan Baked Brie:1000/10!!! So so good!! From the fig jam, truffled honey, Marcona almonds, warm crusty bread and the perfectly gooey baked Brie, this dish was a winner!! It'll be a tough choice next time we're here whether we want to try something new, or order this again because it was that good. Lamb Chops: 9/10, the lamb was cooked perfectly and balsamic reduction and roasted carrots were amazing! It was with this dish however that I finally decided I dislike lentils, period lol. They are essentially the mouthfeel of just bean skins, and are just so grainy to me with lol. Piedmontese Burger: 9/10, my husband declared this his favorite burger so far in town but it's essentially a $20 burger so your mileage may vary. To my husband though, he gobbled it down and enjoyed the steak fries which he typically doesn't like as much as skinny fries. Service was great, although our wine flights did take awhile to arrive but all was forgiven as soon as we tasted that brie haha. We didn't have room for dessert since we almost cleaned both of our plates but I'd be happy to save room for it next time! This is a restaurant that I'd be happy to bring visiting friends or parents to for a fancier dinner out.

This review is a little overdue but we had an event here in March 2020 and this has been in my draft since then. The venue itself was beautiful but unfortunately the event planning and overall details that Vinology failed caused a lot of stress that night. We had a small engagement dinner of about 15-20 people. We had 3 major failures on this day during an event that was important to us: 1. I specifically requested chivari chairs and had an independent florist (for roughly $2800) come in to set up decor. When we walked into the venue, Vinology had the wrong chairs set up and our photographer was unable to take photos of the setup because as they were correcting the chairs guests had already arrived. That was a big bummer since I specifically emphasized the chivari chairs during my tour and decision making. Unfortunately, we did not get any good pics of the venue with the complete setup. Given the amount of money and time spent planning for a once in a lifetime day, that was extremely disappointing. 2. I picked the option to allow my guests to choose between Halibut, Chicken and Salmon. So I wanted them to have 3 options. On the day of, they had only offered Halibut and Chicken, no salmon. This was again extremely frustrating because of all the time, money and effort spent to only have these decisions not executed. They did compensate us maybe like $100 but that's truly nothing when you're paying thousands with them and thousands with the florist, not including all the other stuff. 3. The music kept stopping during the entire event. I kept reminding the staff to please turn the music back on multiple times before it was ever turned back on. This happened A LOT?? Why I don't know. I kept 2 stars because our guests really enjoyed the food. The venue itself has a lot of potential and we really wanted to book another event here but won't because of that experience. I hope they've come a long way since!

I had a really spectacular experience eating here last night. It might just be my new favorite for date night! The menu on the website is super hard to read, so I will only be able to put down the titles of the dishes we had along with the memorable parts for me: Cheese Tart de Parma. This was a teeny tiny appetizer, and I just loved this. The combination of parmesan tart, prosciutto, and pesto was such a great diet splurge!! Ahi Tuna Carpaccio. I loved this as well. The tuna melted in your mouth, and I loved the addition of parmesan and capers to it. Oyster Mushroom. Another delicious option--the mushrooms and leeks had a yummy steak flavor about them. (Piedmontesse?) Ribeye. This came with Peruvian potato, bacon and chipotle. I thought the spice was perfect accompaniment to the ribeye, potato, and bacon. On top of all of this, we also ordered a garden salad and shared everything. While the goat cheese on the salad was outstanding, this was way too much food. Most of the tuna carpaccio had to come home because the salad wouldn't have kept and we only ate half of the salad and 2/3 of the meat dish. My only gripe with the meal was that after the Tart de Parma, all of the other dishes came out together. I would have liked some spacing between these small plates and our main dish so we wouldn't have had to eat the hot stuff before the cold. Next time I would suggest picking either the tuna or the mushroom, but not both and skipping the salad. Our server was knowledgeable in terms of the dishes and making recommendations for us, but I would have liked my water glass to be filled more frequently. I'm certain I'll be back again for dinner--the flavors were too good to let the small downsides to tarnish the experience.

Went to Ann Arbor for a visit to UMICH, and we had dinner at Vinology. They have a great selection of wine and cocktails. We had a bunch of tapas style dishes - charcuterie board, salmon, ... overall great food in modest proportions. Great place to hang out and talk to people. It was a Wednesday and the place was not busy, we had a great time. The service has the right level of attention. In summary, a great way to hang out for a few hours.

Wonderful team & great food, but read their menu carefully. My wife's corned beef was hot & toasted and tasted better than my cold "hot" pastrami. Will go back!

Food was good, but nothing spectacular that could have offset the fact that the service was abysmal. Despite the place being empty food took forever to arrive then drinks took 15 minutes after the food had arrived. Oh and their bottomless brunch drink is a scam. It's not bottomless.. its $20 if you drink exactly 5 drinks... and they don't tell you its$24 for 3 and 32 for 4... Never coming back.

Wish I could love this place, the wine is good. I have occasionally had reasonable food here but also there's just been so many times that I had a horrible food that I would not consider edible. It's kind of sad that they're missing the mark here.MacNeil for brunch on Saturday. Undercooked waffle raw on bottom, uneven griddle heating issue. Also bacon was rubbery undercooked asked for crunchy bacon recieved the same bacon back which tastes like cardboard on the edges and gristle in the middle probably been cooked three times in a row now it's just disgusting. I do really like the ambience of this place which is why I keep coming back but when I'm not drinking wine and I come here to have food I question what am I even doing here?

I've been coming to Vinology since undergrad but apparently I've never reviewed it. I came here yesterday with my boyfriend and some of his friends because Black Pearl had a wait. We all got wine flights, which were good and also moderately priced - about $18 each and it amounted to about 1.5-2 glasses of wine. We also tried some of the fries, which had a delicious garlic-rosemary aioli dipping sauce, and at the end we each had a cocktail. Mine, the Spring to Life cocktail, was especially tasty. We were seated in the basement area which was also really nice, there are sheer curtains between tables which allows for some privacy. Overall I'd come here again, and maybe for dinner, because the food menu looked good too. Back in the day they used to do a happy hour and I think they still do, too, but I don't know the details.

The food at Vinology is to die for. The prices are a bit expensive but it is well worth it for the quality of meal and amount of food. I have never had anything there that I didn't like!!

We stopped going to Vinology a few years ago because the food was not very good. That has all changed! The menu is smaller but the food is much better. We had the homemade pasta and duck-both cooked perfectly. The cold plantain were also fun-though I would try the other desserts that sounded fabulous before this one. The cocktails were also fun and tasty. Vinology is definitely worth another try!

Here the deal. While visiting the area I walked passed and thought it would be a good spot to check out ! I'm always a fan of brick exposed walls and tin shingle ceilings. The burger was good and the salmon was good. I'd definitely give it a try if you're in the area

LOVE Vinology! Definitely on the pricier side of things, so I have to say from my student days on campus all the way to my present-day adult days, I have only and will probably still continue to only dine here during Ann Arbor Restaurant Week haha. I can't explain why now, even though I know I could afford to come here not during restaurant week, I still insist on only dining here during restaurant week, but I do and here we are lol. I love the food here, enough to warrant me coming here more often, but to be fair, their restaurant week deal is great, so I have gotten into the habit of "treating" myself to Vinology only during the 2x a year Ann Arbor rolls out their restaurant week. This past weekend as well, ironically during restaurant week (!!), my friend had a little pre-wedding get together in the Vinology "Bubble Room" I believe it's called - the event space located downstairs in half of the basement. It has these cute glass spheres of light dangling from the ceiling all through the space, giving the effect of bubbles! We had delicious Vinology hors d'oeuvre and the bartenders were so friendly and when I requested a mocktail to be made, they made a delicious one with ginger beer and pineapple juice with muddled strawberries and blueberries. All the food was so delicious too - especially the lamb lollipops. Vinology is just so consisted and on point, always. Pricey, yes, but 10/10 worth it ALWAYS! If you can get a reservation during restaurant week, DEFINITELY take advantage of it!

Attended one of their Black Wine events as part of a work retreat and had a great time. I'm not a wine guy. Usually I avoid it altogether, but I have to say that being educated as I consumed the wine and thoughtfully pairing it with specific food made for a very delightful experience. The owners showed off their passion for wine as they taught us about flavor profiles, how to taste wine, history, geography, etc. The food was delicious! We had a five course meal. Tried caviar for the first time and was impressed with the experience, had some delicious octopus in sun dried tomato sauce, delicious sprout salad with pickled onions and tomato, and AMAZING pork tenderloins with carrot slaw! A wonderful experience overall. Also, the Stranger Things theme was much appreciated!

Vinology does not disappoint. After countless meals over many years, I continue to savor my visits here. The cooking has become more refined as the menu evolves season after season. I was excited to be back in downtown Ann Arbor, after a year of mostly take-out. Like many of the restaurants in the downtown core, there was substantial outdoor seating. Some of the streets were closed down to accommodate an expanded outdoor eating area, creating a festive, party-like atmosphere. I hope this continues even as the number of COVID cases drop. I liked that the menu featured several seafood dishes (scallops, salmon, sea bass and halibut), beef, and of course, duck. Have you noticed that most restaurants only offer salmon? Or maybe Ahi tuna? Not here. I was able to relish in the bronzino Milanese, Oscar style. The skin on the bronzino crisped nicely while the fish was flaky and delicious. I enjoyed the crab meat and asparagus topping but chose to spend my carb allowance on fries and dessert, rather than the saffron-infused rice. I know my priorities. The fries were near perfect. I loved the crispiness and creaminess of every bite. The sauce was nifty, as well. As for dessert, the roasted apples sounded fantastic, as did the lemon meringue pie, and the tres leches cake. After a half-second of debate, I selected the latter, because tres leches cake. Made with almond flour, the cake had a corn cake texture and was quite good with the thin layers of cream. Service was professional. The server practiced social distancing, when possible, and I appreciated this extra pre-caution.

Excellent food and ambiance! Our party of 5 came here for a special dinner on a cold Michigan evening. We were immediately greeted by friendly staff and seated in front of the Christmas tree which made it nice and festive. This is what we had: SMALL PLATES & APPETIZERS * Belgian potatoes small plate- really just french fries, but well seasoned and excellent. * Fried calamari appetizer- delicious and crispy. * Salmon avocado appetizer- different and delicious. * Baked Brie appetizer - delicious!! ENTREES * Short ribs with mushrooms and chard- hubby said was tender and delicious. * Duck breast with raspberry sauce, mashed potatoes and asparagus- excellent! * Fried chickpeas w/ falafel- meh, wish I had gotten something else! * Hamburger- very good! (it better be, for a $20 hamburger!) * Filet Mignon steak- tender and nicely done. The service was excellent and very attentive. This is a worthwhile place to go!

Stopped in for a quick brunch. Service was VERY slow. Mimosa was room temperature, Salmon Caesar salad was very poor quality and left me still hungry. The chicken and waffles came with burnt chicken. We would not return.

Being in California & needing to find a venue to host a large group for dinner, I turned to my trusty Yelp & found Vinology. Shelley was great assisting through the process. I booked site unseen & when I arrived to do a site check Thomas was a gracious host. We hosted a strolling dinner for 30 in the Bubble Room & everyone enjoyed delicious appetizers & drinks. Both Milena & Bryan provided excellent service to our guest. I enjoyed myself so much that I failed to take good pics. What I show does do it justice. I received great feedback from our guests so thanks to everyone @ Vinology for helping me provide a wonderful experience to our guests.

We love attending your special events and have spread the word to family and friends. Last night, we invited several couples to join us, and we also made some new friends while we were there sampling wine. Wonderful atmosphere, wine and food, as usual. Great fun!

Wonderful experience. We had a company meeting in Ann Arbor and I decided to book dinner for our group of 30 and everyone enjoyed themselves in the bubble room. The food was delicious and the bar service was great as well. Everything was an A+

Ive ate here a couple times at this point because friends insist and its just never been my favorite. We came in with a group(we had reservations)The service was terrible the server we had just wasn't up to par. We sat in the downstairs back room which was nice since we had the option to close the doors so it was a little quieter. Drinks took 15+ mins to get drinks alot of the drinks at are table were wrong. We ordered one drink and she just substituted something else and bring it. I guess Ive never been somewhere where they just bring what they want. The dinner just wasn't what i thought it would be. Probably wouldn't go back.

Great location and ambience on Main Street in The Ann Arbor..... perfect place to sip your favorite Vino

In addition to their good wine list, their full bar does not disappoint. Love the seating options-- especially outdoors or the cute area up front by the fireplace.

Had a lovely dinner here. Very decent wine selection. Appetizers tasty but not mind blowing. I had the salmon which was cooked well but I personally would have liked more flavor to it. The couscous it came with however was excellent. My husband had the tomahawk pork chop which was also great but the grits were underwhelming. I should point out that I am from the South and my grit bar is high. The service was good and quick. Atmosphere was pleasant. Would recommend.

Came here to tour event space and stay for dinner. Our servers were very attentive and nice. Dinner was great we got the short rib and scallops. It was done quickly and everything tasted great. I was surprised how slow it was tonight, but tomorrow is NYE so everyone is probably planning to go out tomorrow. Event space was nice and definitely being considered. Only downfall is it's downstairs with no way for handicapped people who cannot do stairs to get down there.

You can eat outside! There are fire lamps (not the actual pods) that keep you pretty warm. Chicken and waffles... wow it was amazing! The syrup is spot on too. For the price, level of deliciousness, and setting, I'm a big fan. The service was probably the best part.

Perfect for a fancy night out! I came here for a birthday and the food was amazing. I appreciate that they have an option to choose a full sized or a smaller filet mignon since it makes meals like these more accessible to college students. The mushrooms and potatoes were a nice touch to the plate.

First things first both my friend and I were pretty hungry and were going interested in trying this place out for a nice Sunday brunch. Now this was my second time here and first for my friend. We had a blast! The ambiance here is very intimate which I enjoy, it provides comfort and place for not only great food but for great conversations as well. Now onto the food! My friend was craving the French Toast and I want the Chicken & Waffles + House Potatoes! Not included here cause we devoured them are the biscuits, omg yes they are incredible! Our food was amazing, both our plates were completely empty by the time we left the restaurant. Lastly, I'd recommend this place for brunch or even dinner! It's really a gem in Ann Arbor!

Came for dinner in NYE and had the most wonderful time. NYE is also my husband and I's date-iversary and they treated us so wonderfully. From super attentive service to delicious cocktails and sparkling wine to a very, very tasty dinner, everything was pitch perfect. I can't wait to go back and experience it all again! The dinner was a prix fixe but it was hard to choose. Ultimately I went with the oysters rockefeller, a burrata and beet salad, and the most delicious filet. My husband opted for the oxtail soup and the scallops and I sampled each and they were excellent. A chocolate, passionate fruit tart and creme brulee rounded things out for dessert. Yum! The bartenders are also awesome. I ordered a cozy, hot buttered rum, and it was very rich and strong, and watching them make it (flames!) was super fun. Looking forward to our next visit. It's the perfect spot to celebrate a special occasion or just have a lovely night out on the town!

My most recent visit to Vinology wasn't my first, so when it popped up in my queue as needing a review, I was more than game! This visit was for a girls' night out, one of my last times dining in a restaurant before the pandemic got out of hand, and we were all relegated to carryout. Located on Main Street in downtown Ann Arbor, Vinology combines fresh and unique food options with a large wine selection, dubbed "wine-friendly world cuisine" per the restaurant itself. The interior feels intimate despite the high ceilings and exposed brick walls. Booths are close together, but with soft lighting, and the gentle din of the restaurant never becomes overpowering. My friends and I sat at a table at the front of the restaurant, the better for people-watching on Main Street. As we trickled in, the waitress took our drink orders. Service was somewhat slow that evening, even getting waters and the first round of beverages took quite some time. We recognized this and almost immediately placed our food orders once the drinks came. Pizza almost always hits the spot for me, and their Gorgonzola and Fig Flatbread was no exception. As an appetizer, this could easily be shared, but it was the perfect entree size for me. Tangy Gorgonzola and sweet figs were topped with zesty Arugula on a soft but thin flatbread base. Served at the perfect temperature, it was the perfect portion and flavor combination for a satisfying meal that evening. It took quite some time for our waitress to return after we ate, and even longer for her to bring the check, but we did finally settle the tab before heading out into the night. Just looking at the picture of the pizza from that evening makes me want to head back, and I'm already looking forward to the restaurants re-opening so I can return to Vinology!

We attended the Oyster Bliss event at Vinology this month, our second special event so far this year. Both events were very well presented, food and drink were plentiful, and crowd was friendly and relaxed in a cozy atmosphere. I would highly recommend trying a special event here. The themes are well thought out, it's a great value for your money plus a lot of fun. Food is also great and staff is on hand to help. Such a cool venue. It's really a hidden gem.

This was one of my go-to places in A2 for good wine and good food... but our last experience was very lack-luster. We arrived early for our reservation (the online reservation experience is excellent, if you weren't put on their mailing list where you get blasted) and he was happy to seat us early. Very friendly and helpful host. The wine list is excellent and we found a great bottle that had meaning to us, which as a major bonus. The fact that our waitress offered tastes of the wine was also great, as we both found a starter wine to go with the charcuterie plate. The not so good: - The $25 charcuterie plate was not very good. Okay cheeses, pickled asparagus was not flavorful, bread was kinda hard and difficult to eat, our waitress struggled to explain what was on the plate. - The waitress didn't ask to course out our meal, so everything came at once which was definitely not a go for us. Thankfully, she fixed this issue. - The salads were super over-priced and not good. I mean, it was supposed to be a spicy greens salad, but it was a mixed greens salad with a bunch of stuff from Costco on it for $11. The beat salad had 4 thin slices of beat (probably not even one beat in total) and some soft cheese on it... it was very bland and not worth the money. - The lamb osso buco for $36 was just okay. The broccolini was not edible - rubbery and no flavor AT ALL. - The molten cake was not molten. And it came out so so fast... not sure how that even works, but it just makes you feel like it's sitting under a hot plate and hopefully someone will order it... and out it comes all spongy instead of melty. Eh. I love molten cake, and if I'm going to waste calories on food like that, I want it to be amazing. In the past, this molten cake has been amazing. This time, most definitely not. Overall I like this place for the ambiance and wine list... but I probably won't be heading back any time soon. Such a bummer.

Place: This place is super fancy and you do need to dress more than just your casual college student clothes (FOR SURE). I went for my roommate/friend's birthday and it was definitely worth it. We made reservations and really made that day super special! Service: The service was outstanding as we did not have to wait too long and the food came just in time. Our waiter was super friendly and gave us a free dessert because it was my friend's birthday. He was super nice and will definitely go back. Food/price: The food overall was amazing. It is a tapas (aka small portions) but all 4 for us was full by the end of our meal. We did order a lot but overall the price was worth as we paid around $20 each (NOT BAD!) We got around 5-6 plates of small plates and got the chef's special cheese plate. Audience: Definitely it is for young adults to older adults. I did not see any kids that came. Again perfect for birthdays and to celebrate with friends. It is very intimate and romantic so good for double dates ~ Recommend/tips? I would recommend this place and get the cheese flight so worth it! I personally would come here for my birthday because how good everything was.

The wait staff was very accommodating and attentive. I was extremely impressed that the chef, Alex, took time to personally inquire about his culinary creations. I had the Char with grits, which was amazing and my cousin, who was visiting from Memphis, says she coming back for the delectable duck! Vinology is definitely worth the experience! Warm cozy atmosphere, as well!

I rented out the bubble room and everything was amazing. Me and my guest received great service from the bar and the food was delicious. We were truly satisfied with our experience. This is my first time in Ann Arbor and had a great experience.

Our experience at this restaurant was unparalleled compared to other nearby places. Tom was incredibly friendly and we had a very positive service experience. The food was delicious and came out in a timely manner. I could not recommend this spot more.

We only recently moved to Ann Arbor and Vinology was the first sit-down dinner my fiancee and I have had here. We definitely do not regret our decision. My fiancee and I were thoroughly impressed by the amazing food and excellent service. We definitely plan to come here again soon! For an appetizer, we ordered the Michigan baked brie and paired it with prosecco, at our waiter Brian's suggestion. The brie was brimming with flavor, a perfect combination of sweet and savoriness. The truffle honey added a perfect amount of heavenly truffle flavor without overpowering the brie. Absolutely divine. I would come here just for the brie and a few glasses of wine. For the main course, I ordered the braised short rib, paired with the Goigenheim Malbec. Like the brie, the short rib was excellent. The beef was perfectly tender and the sauce was rich and brimming with flavor, perfectly complementing the beef. The asparagus and mushrooms added an extra burst of flavor to the dish, and paired very well with the sauce. Overall, I was very impressed with the food and service at Vinology. I had an amazing experience and would recommend it to anyone looking for a good meal in Ann Arbor.

Service was exceptional. Food was full of flavor. Everyone at my party enjoyed their food. Just wish we didn't leave still hungry.

My husband and I were visiting from Detroit for his 40th birthday. He's type that likes to stick to what he knows & likes because he's afraid of going to a new restaurant and not liking it and wasting his money. I'm always the one forcing him to try new things so the pressure was on to find some thing that he would like because he's not always easy to please. I'm so excited to say that we both agreed this is some of the best food we've ever had. We are vegetarian so we like that they had several different options for us (6) and there was not one thing on the "garden" section that we did not like. The food was so different and unique and the spices were surprising. The chef put together the ingredients in a very special way.

We came up for Valentine's Day and they offered a valentines menu which was phenomenal. The service was very friendly. We were supposed to get the canapé first, but there was a mix up and we received the lobster bisque and salad first. No big deal. I found the tiniest piece of shell in my bisque, but as crazy as it sounds, I'm not mad. It means they used fresh lobster, so that's a point for them in my opinion. I had a moscato di asti. If you like bubbly and sweet wine, it's perfect. The canapé was really good. The bread was hard, but it was a great compliment to the soft cheeses on top and the raspberries and candied gingers around it helped bring another level of depth to it. The first two courses looked so amazing I forgot to take pictures and just dug in. The filet was so amazing, I legitimately rolled my eyes at the flavor. It was so soft I was able to cut it with a butter knife. The demo glaze was peppery, but not in a bad way. As someone who usually is against heavy peppering, this worked. The snapper was amazing and I genera dislike fish. I was told that the yuca was the perfect compliment to this dish. The desserts were out of this world. I had the chocolate lava cake was perfectly cooked and my husband inhaled his baklava. I was able to try the custard and it was super good. There are restaurants with a specific menu for a chef, and their are restaurants where the chef runs it. Not only can you tell the chef ran this kitchen, they did it extremely well. A++

Covid update: I came here for dinner and had a reservation for their outdoor chalets. They had a heater inside so it really wasn't that cold! It was a cozy space and a fun experience. The service was again wonderful. We got a Cesar salad to share and it was fantastic. We got the big red wine flight and it was a generous amount of wine and tasted lovely. I got the beef short ribs and ate every bite. It was fantastic. The fried chicken was crisp and cooked perfectly. The Asiago gnocchi was equally fantastic. Another great meal at vinology!

I love vinology, it is one of my favorite spots in downtown Ann Arbor in addition to Black Pearl. The food quality and portions are perfect, and wine selection is awesome (as it should be). We visited while COVID restrictions were in place, and they had an amazing tent setup that actually kept us warm enough while it was snowing outside. I took my Coat off if this tells you anything. We had the charcuterie board, palermo wine (one of our go-tos), a sampler size of the Mac and cheese which is made fresh whenever someone orders it, deep dish pizza, miso salmon, and the filet. All of our food was absolutely delicious and flavorful. I highly recommend their miso salmon. All in all, amazing restaurant for a price it deserves! I love vinology!

I came here with my family for brunch. It's very helpful to have a reservation since it's a popular place. There is an extensive menu and many options for different palates. The portions are good and the flavors are solid. I knocked a star since my dish was missing some ingredients/components. When brought to the staff's attention, it was addressed promptly. Overall, a solid experience and nice indoor and outdoor seating.

I've been very excited to try this place downtown Ann Arbor for a while now. As I looked at the website it said "Late Night Happy Hour: Fridays & Saturdays 10:00-Midnight", but when I called to make a reservation, I was informed that late night happy hour isn't happening anymore. This would have been solved by updating their website. COVID has been around long enough to have an updated website. Poor customer service by the hostess rushing me off the phone. Sad to say I'll never be coming here. I hope others don't experience this.