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Aster, Midland, MI

Aster

4.7 (306)
$30 and under
American
134 Ashman St, Midland, MI 48640-5138

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
Welcome to a dining experience that’s as unique as you are. Our restaurant is more than a place to eat—it’s a journey into culinary artistry. Every dish is a story told through hand-selected, locally sourced ingredients, crafted with a creative twist that transforms tradition into something truly extraordinary. Step into an ambiance where modern elegance meets a warm, inviting atmosphere, setting the stage for unforgettable moments. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply exploring new tastes, every reservation opens the door to exceptional service, innovative flavors, and a community of food lovers. Discover your next favorite culinary destination—your table awaits.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Evan Sumrell
  • Neighborhood
    Midland
  • Cross street
    Ashman/ Larkin
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 306 people are saying

Aster reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Great for brunch

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Innovative

  • Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula

    Neighborhood gem

  • Northern Michigan

    Great for brunch

  • Northern Michigan

    Innovative

  • Northern Michigan

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aster boasts a delightful ambiance and exceptional service, with patrons praising its "wonderful presentation" and "amazing flavors." While some note occasional inconsistencies, the restaurant shines with its attentive staff and unique menu offerings. Guests appreciate the warm atmosphere and attentive service, making it a "great spot" for memorable dining experiences.
306 Reviews
  1. Scott

    Detroit1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Just not great. The food does not change much and we don’t go there often, we are always underwhelmed. At our meal tonight, drinks were at least a 25 minute wait for each round. We also did not get offered a desert but caught a glimpse of one being made in back. We tipped over $35 on an almost $180 meal so you tell me where the gap was.

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  2. Dylan VIP

    Chicago8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Aster is an absolute gem. The good, ambiance, service are all the kind I’d get in a much larger city. Just wonderful!

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  3. Michael VIP

    Portland5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just wow...this place is always on. We are lucky to have a restaurant like this here.

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  4. James

    Northern MI1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time dining at Aster, and we were really impressed. The food quality was great, the presentation of the dishes was excellent, and we really loved our waitress. We will be returning!

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  5. Sandy

    Northern MI4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The coq au vin was not traditional. But it was tasty. However, for $30 there were three small pieces of chicken and a circle of finely chopped veggies. I left hungry. The smoked fish hush puppies had very little fish in them and the duck croquettes were over cooked. We weren’t impressed honestly. The service was very good.

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  6. Cindy VIP

    Chicago29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was charming. The restaurant was clean and looked warm and inviting. While small, the menu had many dishes that sounded good. Our choices turned out to be excellent!! And, portion size was spot on - we left and did not feel like we had over eaten!! We look forward to returning to see what is new on the next seasonal menu. Thanks for a wonderful dinner!!

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  7. MichaelK

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was really good. Food was just okay. Went for Sunday brunch and ordered a Bloody Mary. Way too much garlic and/or onion powder and it was the worst Bloody Mary I have had. The duck on the duck tostada was tasty, but the dish ate way too dry and was bland. It was in desperate need of a sauce of some kind. The biscuits and gravy were like homemade English muffins and not biscuits. The gravy was seriously bland and had no flavor. Had high hopes, but left feeling underwhelmed.

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  8. Adam

    Northern MI1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was such an awesome time. Food was amazing. Looking forward to returning

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  9. Michelle

    Northern MI1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely Valentine’s dinner of bison short ribs and stroganoff with a shared Kale Caesar salad. Both meals were so delicious with amazing flavors with beautiful presentation. We each enjoyed a full bodied Syrah wine. Overall, we had a wonderful experience at Aster with an amazing and attentive waitress, Taylor.

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  10. Veronica

    Detroit4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great first time experience and would drive the hour to come back!

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FAQs

Aster offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (989) 750-7101.

Aster is rated 4.7 stars by 306 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Aster

134 Ashman St, Midland, MI 48640-5138

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Ashman/ Larkin
  • Neighborhood
    Midland
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Evan Sumrell
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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