Guidebook for Superior Charter Township
Food Scene
A favorite with the locals. Good but not fancy food. The 4th Tuesday of the month is Big Band night. Reservations required for Big Band night but not at other times.
12 locals recommend
Haab's
18 W Michigan AveA favorite with the locals. Good but not fancy food. The 4th Tuesday of the month is Big Band night. Reservations required for Big Band night but not at other times.
Bona Sera Restaurant
200 W Michigan AvePerfect for relaxed, casual dining.
Red Rock Downtown Barbecue
207 W Michigan AveDelicious barbecue.
In Depot Town. Known for Taco Tuesday and Happy Hour specials. Freshly made Mexican food and Margheritas make this a family favorite. Could be a wait on a weekend. A favorite with locals.
28 locals recommend
MAIZ Mexican Cantina
36 E Cross StIn Depot Town. Known for Taco Tuesday and Happy Hour specials. Freshly made Mexican food and Margheritas make this a family favorite. Could be a wait on a weekend. A favorite with locals.
Sidetrack Bar and Grill
56 E Cross StVoted best hamburger by GQ several years ago--still good!
Aubree's Pizzeria & Grill
2122 Whittaker RdDelicious pizza.
Dom Bakeries
1305 Washtenaw RdLocal color galore...cash only.
Terry Bakery
119 W Michigan AveTerry's has very limited hours but the cupcakes are delicious!
They will deliver to the little blue farmhouse. Delicious pizza too!
11 locals recommend
Cottage Inn Pizza
2301 W Stadium BlvdThey will deliver to the little blue farmhouse. Delicious pizza too!
Really unique local eatery with loads of memorabilia from WW II. This is where the Willow Run employees ate. Open for breakfast and lunch only.
9 locals recommend
Bomber Restaurant
306 E Michigan AveReally unique local eatery with loads of memorabilia from WW II. This is where the Willow Run employees ate. Open for breakfast and lunch only.
The Golden Egg
2660 Washtenaw AveOld-style diner that is open for breakfast and lunch.
Great breakfast. Arrive SUPER early on the weekends... Old style diner that has been made a bit more modern.
28 locals recommend
Angelo's
1100 Catherine StGreat breakfast. Arrive SUPER early on the weekends... Old style diner that has been made a bit more modern.
Amazing authentic Guatemalan food. It has become a local favorite. The chef and his family are from Guatemala and love to chat with people about the food. Locals love it!
10 locals recommend
Encuentro Latino Restaurant
228 W Michigan AveAmazing authentic Guatemalan food. It has become a local favorite. The chef and his family are from Guatemala and love to chat with people about the food. Locals love it!
Beezy's
20 N Washington StAffordable food.
Do you like sushi? This is our go-to place. Great food!
7 locals recommend
Yotsuba Japanese Restaurant
2222 Hogback RdDo you like sushi? This is our go-to place. Great food!
Insomnia Cookies
733 W Cross StFor those late night cravings... and they deliver! Open 'til 3am.
Drinks & Nightlife
One of the first craft breweries in the area.
33 locals recommend
Arbor Brewing Company - Corner Brewery
720 Norris StOne of the first craft breweries in the area.
Ann Arbor
The new guys in the craft beer scene located in Downtown Ypsilanti. It's on the first floor of an old hotel that's been totally renovated. The beer is all one price and no tipping is required. There is yummy food prepared by a well known local chef. You may have burgers, or soup or a twist on an old favorite. Live music on the weekends. Open from 3PM to 12 AM.
9 locals recommend
Ypsi Alehouse
124 Pearl StThe new guys in the craft beer scene located in Downtown Ypsilanti. It's on the first floor of an old hotel that's been totally renovated. The beer is all one price and no tipping is required. There is yummy food prepared by a well known local chef. You may have burgers, or soup or a twist on an old favorite. Live music on the weekends. Open from 3PM to 12 AM.
Essentials
Ypsilanti Food Co-op
312 N River StThe new kid on the block as far as grocery stores are concerned. Sort of a less expensive Whole Foods.
11 locals recommend
Fresh Thyme Farmers Market
43480 Ford RdThe new kid on the block as far as grocery stores are concerned. Sort of a less expensive Whole Foods.
Whole Foods Market
3135 Washtenaw AveKroger
2641 Plymouth RdWalgreens Pharmacy
2170 Washtenaw AveClosest pharmacy
St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor
5301 McAuley DrThis is the closest hospital.
Trader Joe's
2398 E Stadium BlvdArts & Culture
If you like fire trucks, you won't want to miss this museum. Part of it the restored original Firehouse built in the late 1800's and set up that way. the new addition has firetrucks and the largest collection of related items anywhere. they also do educational tours for schools and groups. It is on the East end of Depot Town on Cross Street. It's a favorite place for visitors to this area.
20 locals recommend
Michigan Firehouse Museum
110 W Cross StIf you like fire trucks, you won't want to miss this museum. Part of it the restored original Firehouse built in the late 1800's and set up that way. the new addition has firetrucks and the largest collection of related items anywhere. they also do educational tours for schools and groups. It is on the East end of Depot Town on Cross Street. It's a favorite place for visitors to this area.
University of Michigan
500 S State StWorld-class entertainment year-round at UM-Ann Arbor.
Ann Arbor
Lots to see and do around campus.
Art house films in a historic theater. Arrive early, and check showtimes, for a pipe organ concert before the show.
85 locals recommend
Michigan Theater
603 E Liberty StArt house films in a historic theater. Arrive early, and check showtimes, for a pipe organ concert before the show.
Art house movies in restored building. Includes Rocky Horror Picture Show and other fun stuff.
21 locals recommend
State Theatre
233 S State StArt house movies in restored building. Includes Rocky Horror Picture Show and other fun stuff.
Free live music concerts. Check schedule at the School of Music website.
University of Michigan - School of Music, Theatre & Dance
1100 Baits DrFree live music concerts. Check schedule at the School of Music website.
If you like history this is for you. It's in a house that is furnished in the style of the 19th century. The archives are a treasure trove of local history. Ypsilanti was founded in 1823 and so much happened here that can be accessed there. Since Ypsilanti has over 800 buildings in the Historic District, it helps to tell the story.
6 locals recommend
Ypsilanti Historical Museum & Archives
220 N Huron StIf you like history this is for you. It's in a house that is furnished in the style of the 19th century. The archives are a treasure trove of local history. Ypsilanti was founded in 1823 and so much happened here that can be accessed there. Since Ypsilanti has over 800 buildings in the Historic District, it helps to tell the story.
Lots to do in Detroit including the Detroit Institute of Art in Midtown. About 45 minutes away.
82 locals recommend
Detroit
Lots to do in Detroit including the Detroit Institute of Art in Midtown. About 45 minutes away.
Parks & Nature
Gallup Park Canoe & Kayak Livery
3000 Fuller RdIt's on the banks of the Huron River and hosts many events during the warmer months. It is also a connector between Downtown Ypsilanti and Depot Town and a part of the Border to Border walking trail along the river.
20 locals recommend
Riverside Park
2 E Cross St It's on the banks of the Huron River and hosts many events during the warmer months. It is also a connector between Downtown Ypsilanti and Depot Town and a part of the Border to Border walking trail along the river.
Rent a canoe, a stand-up paddle board or a kayak for calm waters or small rapids - your choice. Go downstream and get a ride back - or just paddle around. Budget friendly and great fun. Make reservations ahead of time for groups or the paddle and ride back option.
70 locals recommend
Argo Park Canoe & Kayak Livery
1055 Longshore DrRent a canoe, a stand-up paddle board or a kayak for calm waters or small rapids - your choice. Go downstream and get a ride back - or just paddle around. Budget friendly and great fun. Make reservations ahead of time for groups or the paddle and ride back option.
Beautiful park on the Huron River in Ann Arbor. The extensive peony gardens bloom around Father's Day and are not to be missed!
99 locals recommend
Nichols Arboretum
Beautiful park on the Huron River in Ann Arbor. The extensive peony gardens bloom around Father's Day and are not to be missed!
Shopping
Depot Town
Unique historic area with several restaurants and unique shops.
Michigan Avenue is the main street lined with Historic building that are now shops, restaurants and pubs. Shop for running shoes at the Ypsi Running Company, hobbies at Model Cave, womens clothing at Mix, a wide variety of clothing for young adults at Puffer Red's, antiques at Salt City Antiques and vintage items at A2Vintage. There's even a thrift Shop for resale items and bargains. Grab a coffee at B24's coffee shop and enjoy it in the adjacent Library Park.
9 locals recommend
Downtown
Michigan Avenue is the main street lined with Historic building that are now shops, restaurants and pubs. Shop for running shoes at the Ypsi Running Company, hobbies at Model Cave, womens clothing at Mix, a wide variety of clothing for young adults at Puffer Red's, antiques at Salt City Antiques and vintage items at A2Vintage. There's even a thrift Shop for resale items and bargains. Grab a coffee at B24's coffee shop and enjoy it in the adjacent Library Park.
Briarwood Mall station
Our closest shopping center: Kroger's, Bed, Bath and Beyond, DSW shoes, Nordstrom outlet and more.
14 locals recommend
Arborland Center
3600 Washtenaw AveOur closest shopping center: Kroger's, Bed, Bath and Beyond, DSW shoes, Nordstrom outlet and more.
Getting Around
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
11050 W G Rogell DrThis is the nearest airport.
Hertz
4663 Washtenaw AveYpsilanti Transit Center station
Ann Arbor station
325 Depot St