Bill's Beer Garden

It took me way too long to get to Bill's, but I finally made it.

I don't find myself in Ann Arbor often, unless I'm working.  Usually when I'm done with work, I was to vroom away.  However, it was a holiday and I saw Bill's was open early.  My SO and I made the trip in and met up with some friends.  It was more than I thought it could be.

It's a nice outdoor space with mostly picnic-type table.  Really nice ones.  Bill's itself just serve liquids, but you can walk through the adjacent building to Mark's Carts and get some food, if you'd like.  it is fenced off from the sidewalk, so any stray street folk are kept at bay.

The menu includes beer, sangria, margaritas, and wine.  Some softer beverages are available for those seeking such things.  The beer list is not really large.  However, it's well represented with some excellent offerings.  The only caveat I have about this place is the price, which can be a bit much.  If this site allowed ratings in half start increments, I might be tempted to deduct 1/2 star for it.

Can't wait to go back!

Awesome! Cozy and casual. Very much a "beer garden" in the Bavarian sense.

Simply a counter with a good selection of local craft beers, some chairs, and a few fire pits. Right next door to Downtown Home and Garden. Good place to start the night.

Downside: no food. Except Mark's Carts is right behind the garden store and stays open late. Also, watch out for cold or raining weather, then it's less fun.

What's not to like?!?  Fairly priced beer, beautiful scenery, packed patio, and dash though the garden store to all of the food carts!!  We greatly enjoyed this patio vibe last weekend.  It is just a GREAT idea, and has totally taken off with Ann Arbor crowds.  We grabbed a tasty pizza from one of the carts to complement the awesome beer (love Bollywood Blonde!).  I wish they would add a cider to the beer list!  That's the only thing I would change!  Check it out!!