How the Mighty Have Fallen
I recently dined at Cousins Heriatge Inn for the first time since new owner took over early in 2001. And might I say, what a disappointment!

One of the first things I noticed was the absence of the long time servers. These servers WERE Cousins, with their warmth and knowledge. In this instance, I was waited on by a college age server, who, although upbeat, knew little or nothing about service or the food.

The food changed dramatically. Gone were antelope and pheasant, now it's strip steak and chicken? I ordered the steak medium rare - it came medium well. The salad was the same as I remembered, as was the paté I ordered. But the dessert was a disappointment. I ordered chocolate mousse, more like chocolate soup. I sent it back. I did not order another.

At the end of the meal, right before the bill was to come, the owner Ray came over. He asked how everything was, and of course I told him about the dishes. He said he would make things right, which he did, but he seemed less than sociable. I was dumbfounded.

All in all Cousins seems to have taken a step down from the Pat & Paul Cousins era. Here's hoping Cousins gets on track - fast.    [20 Jul 2002 05:42:20]

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Recommended Dishes: None

     ­The Fine Diner   liltrio24 at yahoo dot com

Cousins - Still Small Town Service with a Big Bang
Ray Lance, of Cousins Heritage Inn recently served as caterer for a group of 160 people at my wedding reception. As we have for years and years, we dined in the restaurant a few times before the big event. Although the place is lacking the familiar faces we all once knew, the ambiance feels much the same and the food is still outstanding.

Ray, along with his staff of able servers, provided an outstanding feast and an evening free of interruption, allowing the guests and hosts to enjoy themselves without worry. The few minor mishaps or oversights (which will always arise when catering to a group that size) were quickly corrected so as not to disturb the rhythm of the evening.

The following morning we served a delicious platter of smoked lox along with fresh made muffins, a Cousins classic.

Throughout the months of planning Ray was flexible and generous with his time and his plans, a sure sign of the small town service Cousins Heritage Inn continues to provide.

Overall, I was thrilled.    [09 Sep 2002 10:58:22]

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Recommended Dishes: Seared Salmon with Chilled Dill Sauce

     ­Anonymous   

Best Initmate Restaurant in Washtenaw County
The small, quaint appearance and the home-like decor gives the impression of dining with friends, but the room layout is perfect for larger parties as well.

The food is outstanding from appetizer to dessert! The wine list is very good, and the service is friendly and prompt.

The food easily exceeds the Gandy Dancer, the ambiance out-classes the Chelsea Grill and the price beats the Chop House.

Overall the best dining experience in the Ann Arbor Area.    [22 Aug 2003 16:33:18]

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Recommended Dishes: Duck

     ­Gregg Harris   

Switch to Tuscan House, kills it dead
Cousins switched to the Tuscan House, and is out of business five months later.    [03 Sep 2004 19:07:39]

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Recommended Dishes: none

     ­Anonymous