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Top 10 APIA Restaurants on Campus for Students By Nayaab Sattar and Tinya Peng

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Top 10 APIA Restaurants on Campus for Students

By Nayaab Sattar and Tinya Peng

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Criteria

• Accessibility– Location– Delivery Options

• Authenticity• Food Quality/Quantity vs Price• Presentation• Atmosphere

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Criteria: Accessibility

• Is the restaurant located on Central Campus?

• Does the restaurant have delivery service? (Bonus points for free delivery)

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Criteria: Authenticity

• Does the menu provide a variety of options representing the type of food as advertized?

• Is the food prepared using traditional methods?

• Can the items on the menu actually be found in its country of origin?

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Criteria: Quality/Quantity vs Price

• Is the restaurant affordable for the student budget?

• Does the restaurant offer specials?

• Is the overall quality and quantity of food worth the price?

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Criteria: Presentation

• Is the food presented in a visually appealing manner?

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Criteria: Atmosphere

• Does the restaurant have an inviting atmosphere that would draw students in?

• What do the employees contribute the restaurant environment?

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Restaurants Considered

• Sadako• TK Wu• Ayako• Sushi.com• Totoro• Café Japon• No Thai

• University Café• China Gate• Lucky Kitchen• Middle

Kingdom• Asian Legend• Miki Campus• Kana Pacific

Rim

• Bubble Island• Rod’s Diner• Saigon Garden• Marni Thai• Kang’s• Champion

House

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Restaurants Considered

• Sadako• TK Wu• Ayako• Sushi.com• Totoro• Café Japon• No Thai

• University Café• China Gate• Lucky Kitchen• Middle

Kingdom• Asian Legend• Miki Campus• Kana Pacific

Rim

• Bubble Island• Rod’s Diner• Saigon Garden• Marni Thai• Kang’s• Champion

House

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Sadako

http://www.townme.com/sadako-japanese-restaurant-ann-arbor-mi-48104/Home/image_7ni6-C4cDz-cZXTUQgpIfVPHUK/bento-sushi-at-sadako.jpg

http://detroit.metromix.com/content_image/thumbnail/3x4/180/340273

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Sadako• Japanese restaurant located on South University (less than a

5 minute walk from the Diag)• Offers dine-in and take out• Majority of items are traditional Japanese cuisine, ranging

from sushi to teriyaki, with some own original creations• Pricing is reasonable, most orders come with salad and miso

soup• Quality of food is high – fresh ingredients are used• Food is presented neatly on decorative plates and visually

appealing• A quite yet comfortable atmosphere; • Culturally influenced decorations transform the restaurant

into an interesting environment

www.sadakojapaneserestaurant.com

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Champion House

http://www.championhouse.biz/about.html http://www.championhouse.biz/lunch.html

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Champion House• Located on Liberty and 4th Avenue, about a 3 minute

drive from campus• Dine-in and take out options• Offers sushi and hibachi grill items• Hibachi plates can be pricier, but they offer large

quantities of food that can be shared by two people• Sushi and appetizers are arranged beautifully on

contemporary plates, and the hibachi menu items are prepared on a large grill right in front of the customers.

• The atmosphere is fun and exciting, as the chefs put on a show while preparing the meals. Perfect for large groups and parties.

www.championhouse.biz

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China Gate

http://web.me.com/chinagate88/China_Gate/Welcome_to_China_Gate.html

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China Gate• Located on South University one block away from the

undergraduate library• Dine-in and take out options - take out orders are fast

and convenient for students with a busy schedule• Offers authentic Chinese cuisine but also offers items

that are familiar to almost every student on campus (i.e. Kung Pao Chicken, Orange Chicken)

• Very high food quality – fresh ingredients; offers different portion sizes with reasonable prices

• Atmosphere is slightly outdated, but the service is fast and the employees are very friendly

www.web.me.com/chinagate88

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Lucky Kitchen

http://luckykitchen.net/menu.htmlhttp://www.townme.com/ann-arbor-mi/Chinese-food-in-ann-arbor/image_UcxWsNRmZzfgSiqLhqNQtEz_7z/img_1888-2.jpg

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Lucky Kitchen• Located on East University across the street from the

School of Education• Dine-in, take out, and convenient delivery options

available; pre-packaged meals can be found in many dorm convenient stores.

• Majority of the menu consists of traditional Chinese cuisine, but also offers sushi as pre-packaged meals.

• Pricing is very affordable for the average college student – the average price of a full meal is around $8.

• Focus is more on convenience and speed rather than presentation and atmosphere, and is a great option for busy students.

www.eatblue.com, luckykitchen.net

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TK Wu

http://www.tkwu.com/full_menu.htm

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TK Wu• Located on Liberty and Thompson, about a 5

minute walk from Angell Hall• Dine-in and take out options• Offers fine Chinese cuisine with a bubble tea

menu• Average meal is around $10 with prices for

combination lunch specials that can’t be beat • Attention to detail via plating and garnishes• Elegant yet friendly atmosphere; also

traditionally decorated and inviting

www.tkwu.com

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University Café

http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/htbFMb1cnxr_MPabXP8geA?select=B5pdJVWUVe4PU5aZJt9Nww

http://www.townme.com/university-cafe-ann-arbor-mi-48104/Home/image_lVq7U20kY4dHrw8W4h70xR2-Ze/japchae-at-university-cafe-2.jpg

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University Café • Located on Church Street, less than a 5 min walk from

the undergraduate library• Dine-in and take-out options• Authentic Korean cuisine, offers both spicy and mild

options to accommodate a wide variety of customers• Prices reasonable – most meals come with rice, side

dishes, and soup• Food is presented in a way that reminds students of a

home-cooked meal• Limited seating with a friendly atmosphere, a perfect

place to catch up with friends or grab a quick meal

www.eatblue.com

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Bubble Island

http://www.townme.com/ann-arbor-mi/Fixing-your-sweet-tooth-in-ann-arbor/image_zXDlHz3hw-Hqv9u4LeHVGputvQ/bubble-island.jpg

http://www.cooltownstudios.com/images/annarbor-teahouse.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2422/3705798128_7a75589e92.jpg

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Bubble Island• Located on South University and South Forest, about a 5

minute walk from the Diag• Dine-in and take-out options• Offers a large selection of drinks influenced by modern

Asian culture; made with imported Chinese black and green teas

• Also offers classic American snack foods (i.e. popcorn chicken)

• Quality and quantity are worth the price, which is also determined by what extras are ordered. Average cost for a drink is less than that of a regular coffee.

• A bright and colorful environment, perfect for large groups; entertainment includes Photohunt and board games

www.eatblue.com

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No Thai

http://www.nothai.com/Default.aspxhttp://www.a2restaurants.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/pad-thai.jpg

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No Thai• Located on South University, about a 5 minute walk

from the Diag• Dine-in and take-out options, take-out items packaged

in microwavable containers• Offers modern Thai cuisine with protein and spice

options to accommodate different tastes• Pricing is moderate for plenty of food (around $8) with

plenty of affordable sides• Presentation is average, but the quality and quantity

makes up for it.• Fast-paced and busy atmosphere with a small dine-in

areawww.nothai.com

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Saigon Garden

http://www.2goclub.com/Order/Default.aspx?Re=4aa60851c7a04ee8a1a0d9412c3d23e8

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Saigon Garden• Located on South University and South Forest• Dine-in and take-out options• Offers traditional Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine• Prices are moderate for the quality and quantity of

food; combination plates for lunch are a great deal for students on a budget

• Interesting presentations make for a fun dining experience (i.e. food served in a hollowed out pineapple)

• Atmosphere slightly outdated, but the space is well-lit and seats are plentiful

www.2goclub.com

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Rod’s Diner

http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/cK6HRIm1lGVF5ID9CaOQfw?select=d4uIb939r-1dLbfthTVrLw

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Rod’s Diner• Located on State and Hill, across the street from Wyle

Hall• Dine-in or take-out• Specialize in traditional Korean food and desserts,

offers a wide variety of frozen yogurt desserts and toppings

• Prices are reasonable, and food is made fresh to order• Food is prepared in a home-made style, desserts are

more well-known and look just as good as they taste• A small, cozy and friendly environment; walls are

covered with photos of Rod’s frequent customers

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Conclusion

The University of Michigan Ann Arbor offers an assortment of Asian American restaurants that are not only convenient in location but affordable in price. Whether you are looking for a quiet sit-down meal with friends or a quick bite to eat before class, there is an Asian American restaurant that caters to every student’s needs. The wide variety of these restaurants caters to the diversity of the campus and makes it easy for any student to experience the culinary culture of several Asian destinations. Happy dining!