Old Town Tavern - Ann Arbor

What's New?

Universal Studios will shoot a few scenes at the Old Town in May.
It is a Judd Apataw movie, starring Jason Segal and Emily Blunt.
The movie is called "the Five Year Engagement"

Hours of Operation

Old Town Tavern
Hours of Operation:

M-Fri 11:30-2:00AM
Sat 4:00-2:00AM
Sun 4:00-12:00AM.

Current votes the Old Town as Best Bar 2005

The Current has voted and The Old Town Tavern has taken 1st place in the "Best Bar" category and 2nd place in the "Best Folk/Country Venue".

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News

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Ann Arbor News Article on The Old Town

The Ann Arbor News:

Old Town Tavern exactly what the name says Unpretentious British-pub atmosphere keeps the locals coming back
Wednesday, November 2, 2005
BY TOM GANTERT
News Staff Reporter

Late Night Menu

LATE NIGHT FOOD
(available after the kitchen closes ~ sorry no to-go orders)

HUMMUS & PITA
fresh house-made spread of chick peas, tahini, garlic and lemon, served with pita wedges
$4.50

ARTICHOKE-SPINACH DIP
house-made and served with garlic toast points
$6.50

NACHOS
house-made chips with melted cheddar-jack, side of salsa (no substitutions)
$4.95

ORVILLE REDDENBACHER!
popcorn like mom used to make on video night!
$1.50

POTATO CHIPS
$1.00

CHIPS & SALSA
both made in-house
$3.25

PEANUTS
(free with purchase of beer)

History of the Old Town Tavern

History of the Ann Arbor Old Town Tavern
John Berger opened a saloon named The Bismarck at the corner of Liberty and Ashley in beautiful Ann Arbor Michigan way back in 1898. During these years, Ann Arbor underwent great changes. Horses became a rare sight as automobiles appeared and gas lights were replaced with electric as the 19th century turned to the 20th.

In 1917, the business was sold to William Seagert as the United States entered World War I. Mr. Seagert had the dubious fortune of owning a saloon during both Prohibition and the Great Depression. He dodged Prohibition by selling home brewing products, near beer and bitters.

In 1935, the business was sold to a Mr. Richard Kearns, and became known as The Union Bar.

In 1972, George Merkel sold the bar to Jerry Pawlicki who renamed it The Old Town. Jerry restored the building and renovated the interior, preserving its original tin ceiling.

In 1998 Jerry sold the business to his sons Chris and Steve Pawlicki who continue to provide top notch, friendly service. The Old Town Tavern is a favorite destination for both Ann Arbor residents and visitors alike.

Map & Directions

From I-94:

Start out going East on I-94 E
Take the ANN ARBOR SALINE RD exit- exit number 175. 0.49 miles
Turn LEFT onto ANN ARBOR SALINE RD. 1.19 miles
ANN ARBOR SALINE RD becomes S MAIN ST. 1.56 miles
Turn LEFT onto W LIBERTY ST. 0.02 miles
Total Estimated Time: Total Distance: 5.72 miles 10 minutes

From US-23 / M-14:
Take MI-14 W toward ANN ARBOR/TOLEDO.
Take the M-14 exit- exit number 45- on the left toward ANN ARBOR. 0.54 miles
Merge onto MI-14 W/US-23 BR S. 1.06 miles
Take the US-23-BR exit- exit number 3- toward DOWNTOWN ANN ARBOR. 0.19 miles
Merge onto N MAIN ST. 1.37 miles
Turn RIGHT onto W LIBERTY ST. 0.02 miles

The Old Town Tavern

122 W. Liberty
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Phone: 734-662-9291

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Drinks

Music Events

Music start at 8:00
No Cover

March

25. Dan Orcutt

April

1. Matt Jones
8. NO MUSIC Easter
15. Dylan Charles
22. Hoodang
29. Dave Boutette