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đ Starter: Mushroom Cups â Better Than Some Mains! Western restaurants often nail appetizers more than mains, and this oneâs no exception. The mushroom caps are stuffed with sausage crumbles, seasoned with garlic and pepper, and topped with shredded cheese. Every bite is savory, earthy, and cheesyâwarm, hearty, and the perfect way to start the meal. Total standout. đŠ Main 1: Duck Breast â The Crowd-Favorite Lives Up to Hype This is the must-order, and it didnât disappoint! The duck breast looks a little pink inside (donât worryâitâs not raw!), and itâs tender with rich, fatty flavor. The apple topping cuts through the duckâs oiliness perfectlyâsweet, tangy, and balanced. It comes with creamy mashed potatoes and broccoli, making it a well-rounded, satisfying plate. đ Main 2: Sea Scallops â The Sauce Steals the Show The scallops themselves are juicy and tender, but the sauce? Chefâs kiss. Itâs rich, flavorful, and coats the accompanying brown rice perfectlyâevery spoonful is packed with taste. No rubbery scallops here, just fresh seafood and a sauce that makes the dish feel special. đ° Dessert: Frozen SoufflĂ© â A Sweet Toothâs Dream Dessert lovers, this oneâs for you! Itâs a mix of cream and ice cream, drizzled with caramel and peanut crumbs. Who knew cream + ice cream could be this addictive? The only tiny flaw: the caramel crumbs are a little too hard. But itâs still deliciousâwe cleaned the plate in minutes. đ° Price: More Affordable Than Google Says Google Reviews say itâs $50â$100 per person, but our group of 3 (we donât eat huge portions) only spent ~$40 per person. Itâs totally manageable if you skip extra drinks or share dishes. đ Location: Downtown Ann Arbor Hidden Gem 121 W Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104âright in the heart of downtown, easy to get to after wandering around or shopping. âš Final Verdict: Great for Dates & Weekends The Earle is a solid pick for a downtown dinnerâtasty food, a cozy basement vibe, and fair prices (if you order smart). The only downside is the plating, but the flavor makes up for it. If you have favorite downtown Ann Arbor spots, drop them in the commentsâIâd love to try more! #UniversityOfMichiganAnnArbor #AnnArborWesternFood #MichiganFoodie #DateNightSpots #WeekendEats #AnnArborDowntown #TheEarleAnnArbor