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Best After Hours Place
Firefly Club
207 S. Ashley, Ann Arbor
734.665.9090
www.fireflyclub.com
Award-winning jazz and blues club the perfect end to an evening! Enjoy stellar local talent and national acts over coffee or and after-dinner drink.
Best Cheap Date
Matthaei Botanical Gardens
1800 N. Dixboro Rd., Ann Arbor
734.998.7061
www.lsa.umich.edu
A must-see lush oasis! Outdoor nature trails wind through habitats native to Michigan while the indoor conservator houses exotic flora from all over the world.
Best Creative Date
Purple Rose Theatre
137 Park St., Chelsea
734.433.7673
www.purplerosetheatre.org
Located in Chelsea's historic district, this non-profit theatre helps develop playwrights. Check their Web site for a full schedule.
Best Place for a Laugh
Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
314 E. Liberty
734.996.9080
www.aacomedy.com
Rolling Stone calls it "One of the best clubs between the coasts." Big names perform on stage Ellen DeGeneres, Tim Allen, Rosie O'Donnell and the best in rising new talent.
Best Place To Buy a Gift
The Sharper Image
12 Oaks Mall, Novi
248.347.0080
www.sharperimage.com
It's your one-stop shop for finding the latest gadgets and gizmos from air cleaners to CD players.
Best Restaurant for First Dinner Date
The Chop House
322 S. Main St., Ann Arbor
734.669.4373
Elegant yet comfortable, Chop House features classic American Cuisine, plus and extensive list of red wines to compliment the finest Midwestern grain-fed beef.
Best Restaurant for Lunch or Brunch First Date
The Grill at the Ritz Carlton
300 Town Centre Dr. Dearborn
313.441.2100
www.ritzcarlton.com
Sunday's Champagne Brunch features made-to-order omelets and fresh seafood salads. Saturday afternoon tea offers cucumber sandwiches, scones and raspberries with cream.
Best Special Occasion Restaurant
Gratzi
326 S. Main St. Ann Arbor
734.663.6387
www.gratzirestaurant.com
The ambience is complete with wall murals and white linen in this elegant yet festive two-story restaurant. The extensive wine selection compliments the Italian entrees.