Name: Palio
Address: 347 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104

Established in 1991 in downtown Ann Arbor, Palio brings the charm of a rustic Italian trattoria to the city’s dining scene. Inspired by the historic Palio di Siena, it features authentic, thoughtfully prepared dishes, including housemade and imported Italian pasta by Gratzi Pasta Co., all served in a warm, inviting setting. In warmer months, guests gather at Palio Del Sole, its rooftop patio, for lively dining and panoramic views—making it a longtime favorite for Italian cuisine in Ann Arbor.

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Ann Arbor is a dynamic mix of energy and charm—a bustling university town, [a foodie’s paradise](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/), and a cutting-edge tech hub, all wrapped in a [walkable downtown](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/downtown/) bursting with [world-class arts and culture.](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/arts-culture/) Located in Michigan’s southeast Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor is the heartbeat of a vibrant [network of communities](https://www.annarbor.org/surrounding-destinations/) across Washtenaw County. With its creative spirit, diverse flavors, and unique neighborhoods, Ann Arbor shines as a exciting oasis.

Whatever your passion, the Ann Arbor area has something to ignite it. Savor world-class cuisine, explore nature’s stunning landscapes, discover eclectic boutiques, and dive into museums rich with history. Enjoy thrilling sports, captivating arts, and a culture that’s vibrant and welcoming.

Our visitors flock to the area for a variety of reasons. But there’s one thing they can agree upon: There’s so much to see and do, one day is simply not enough. [Get inspired for your Ann Arbor area getaway](https://www.annarbor.org/plan/visitors-guide/ "Get inspired for your Ann Arbor area getaway").

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Ann Arbor is a dynamic mix of energy and charm—a bustling university town, [a foodie’s paradise](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/), and a cutting-edge tech hub, all wrapped in a [walkable downtown](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/downtown/) bursting with [world-class arts and culture.](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/arts-culture/) Located in Michigan’s southeast Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor is the heartbeat of a vibrant [network of communities](https://www.annarbor.org/surrounding-destinations/) across Washtenaw County. With its creative spirit, diverse flavors, and unique neighborhoods, Ann Arbor shines as a exciting oasis.

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The [Ann Arbor Sports Commission](https://www.annarbor.org/sports-commission/ "Ann Arbor Sports Commission") works diligently to improve the quality of life through sports for all of Washtenaw County. The [Ann Arbor area](https://www.annarbor.org/ "Ann Arbor area") attracts both sports enthusiasts and participants alike. Thanks to its [easy accessibility](https://www.annarbor.org/plan/getting-here-getting-around/ "easy accessibility"), [wide range of facilities](https://www.annarbor.org/sports-commission/facilities-venues/ "wide range of facilities") available and variety of [dining](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/ "dining") & [entertainment](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/ "entertainment") options, the Ann Arbor area is a favorite of sporting event organizations. The area has a rich sporting culture seeding in the history of two Division 1 athletic programs ([University of Michigan](https://www.annarbor.org/university-of-michigan/ "University of Michigan") and Eastern Michigan University) and several other small institutions. The Ann Arbor Sports was formed to attract amateur sporting events to the Ann Arbor region by assisting organizers every step of the way.

Ann Arbor is a dynamic mix of energy and charm—a bustling university town, a [foodie’s paradise](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/ "foodie's paradise"), and a cutting-edge tech hub, all wrapped in a [walkable downtown](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/downtown/ "walkable downtown") bursting with [world-class arts and culture](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/arts-culture/ "world-class arts and culture"). Located in Michigan’s southeast Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor is the heartbeat of a vibrant network of [communities across Washtenaw County](https://www.annarbor.org/surrounding-destinations/ "communities across Washtenaw County"). With its creative spirit, diverse flavors, and unique neighborhoods, Ann Arbor shines as a exciting oasis.

Ann Arbor Sports Commission

Established in 1975 in downtown Ann Arbor, Real Seafood Company is known for serving the freshest fish and premium seafood sourced from the Atlantic, Pacific, Great Lakes, and Gulf. Complemented by thoughtfully prepared steaks and seasonal dishes, the restaurant pairs quality, simplicity, and warm hospitality—making it a longstanding favorite in Ann Arbor’s dining scene.

Real Seafood Company

Located in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor for over 25 years, The Chop House is a premier destination for refined dining. Known for its impeccable service, USDA Prime steaks, and extensive wine selection, it embodies timeless steakhouse tradition. No visit is complete without dessert or an after-dinner cigar at La Dolce Vita, completing a truly sophisticated experience.

Chop House

Introducing La Dolce Vita Ann Arbor, a delightful dessert lounge located at 322 S Main St, where sweet dreams come true.

This hidden gem, accessed through The Chop House, features an exquisite selection of desserts guaranteed to satisfy any sweet tooth. The menu delivers decadence—don't miss the Toffee Blondie Sundae, a warm blend of coconut, pecan, and butterscotch topped with rum toffee sauce, or the Brown Butter Lemon Bar, perfectly balanced and adorned with fresh berries.

La Dolce Vita

Conor O’Neills is an authentic Irish pub in Ann Arbor and is located in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor, directly on Main Street. A traditional Irish pub built with imported wood & stone features regular trivia nights & live music.

The Celtic Room at Conor O'Neill's Traditional Irish Pub accommodates up to 100 people with flexible seating options: ideal for business meetings, brainstorming sessions, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, and anniversaries.

Conor O'Neill's Irish Pub & Restaurant

Your first visit will tell you why serious steak lovers around the world choose to dine at Ruth's Chris Steak House. Ruth's Chris is acclaimed world-wide for its USDA Prime Midwestern beef - aged to perfection, broiled at 1800 degrees to lock in the corn-fed flavor and served the signature Ruth's Chris way ... SIZZLING.

Live Maine lobster, a mouthwatering Ahi Tuna, or Fresh Salmon and lamb are equally as outstanding. You'll also enjoy New Orleans inspired appetizers like Spicy Shrimp and Mushrooms Stuffed with Crabmeat. Salads, vegetables and potatoes are generous enough to share. And, to complement your dining experience select a sumptuous wine from Ruth's Chris' award-winning wine list that boasts over 200 select vintages.

Top it all off with a delectable Ruth's Chris dessert - like the Warm Bread Pudding or the Chocolate Espresso Sin Cake. This is one big, thick juicy experience that is sure to excite all your senses.

Ruth's Chris Steak House

The Blue LLama Jazz Club® connects the “Love of Food” and the “Love of Music” to oﬀer one of the most unique and exciting dining and listening experiences in the Midwest.

Blue LLama presents live jazz and world music paired with seasonally inspired New American cuisine, designed by chef Scot Livingston, creating a destination music venue and restaurant on Main Street in downtown Ann Arbor.

The Blue LLama Jazz Club

Each January, for more than 40 years, folk music fans have warmed their spirits at this lively gathering. National and international acoustic performers, jazz, folk, bluegrass, and singer/songwriters take the stage.

The first Ann Arbor Folk Festival took place in 1976, and since then it’s grown in scope and depth. The range of genres and styles is large, the sense of tradition when all the evening’s performers join together in song at the end of the Saturday show even stronger.

All funds raised through the Festival benefit The Ark, Ann Arbor’s non-profit home for folk, roots, and ethnic music.

Many impressive entertainers have performed at the festival, including John Prine, Leon Redbone, Arlo Guthrie, Bonnie Raitt, Indigo Girls, Taj Mahal, Chet Atkins, Lyle Lovett, Brandi Carlile, Emmylou Harris, Keb Mo’, Joan Baez and so many more. [View all of the performers that have taken the stage at the Ann Arbor Folk festival since 1976!](https://theark.org/folk-festival/folk-festival-history/)

Ann Arbor Folk Festival

Shalimar Restaurant is located in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor on Main Street between Liberty and William. Specializing in North Indian, Tandoori and Mughlai dishes, vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, Biryanis and more.

Shalimar Restaurant

C.W.Petersen jewelers are on an endless pursuit of design excellence. Designing custom pieces that are unique and stand-alone is their trademark.

C. W. Petersen Jewelry

Le Dog, originally located on East Liberty, now inhabits space on Main Street. Le Dog's menu focuses on rotating homemade soups prepared with fresh ingredients, along with hot dogs and fresh lemonade. Le Dog serves more than 428 different soups every year but customers have two favorites: lobster bisque and chicken tortilla. Chicken white chili, beef chili and pozole follow close behind.

Le Dog/Le Soup

A luxury cosmetics boutique in downtown Ann Arbor that is stocked with the best premium brands and staffed with perceptive, knowledgeable salespeople. Lily Grace Cosmetics is here to serve the local community that longs for a high-end, personal experience in a one-of-a-kind setting.

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