Echelon Kitchen + Bar, a new restaurant that offers a veggie-forward wood-fire concept, is set to open in the former bd’s Mongolian Grill location in Downtown Ann Arbor. The restaurant is bringing a fresh dining option to the area as it sets to open soon on South Main Street. On the other hand, Blue Llama Jazz Club is celebrating its five-year anniversary with a revamped menu designed by an award-winning chef.
Meanwhile, Baker’s Nook in Saline offers a variety of sweet treats and homemade food items for those with a sweet tooth. The business, run by husband-and-wife Brian and Anne Shockley, is popular for its baked goods, homemade items, and baking supplies. Street closures in downtown Ann Arbor are signaling the return of outdoor dining options for restaurants and retailers. These closures initially began during the COVID-19 pandemic to provide additional outdoor space for businesses to comply with safety guidelines.
In addition to that, the Ann Arbor Farmers Market is in the running for the title of the best farmers market in the U.S. as part of a competition by USA Today and 10Best. The public can vote for their favorite markets, with the polls closing on April 15. For more Ann Arbor-area news and updates, readers can bookmark the local Ann Arbor news page or subscribe to the free “3@3 Ann Arbor” daily newsletter.
