Top Notch
Mootz
2025
Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, Michigan
TL:DR
Ranch is a banger. Garlic knots are fluffy little angels. Ranch + marinara together? Peak behavior. Go. Eat. Dip everything.
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The Cabin
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
Ranch that deserves the notoriety it gets. The famous in a small town vibe works. Salty, thick, and unforgettable. Ask for a big one, you’ll need it. Someone please explain why their sister restaurants are flopping in the ranch department. Justice for the rest of us
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Hermann's Olde Town Grille
2025
Plymouth, Michigan
Plymouth, Michigan
TL:DR
Hermann’s ranch is thick, flavorful, and absolutely dreamy. Paired with stand-out food and great company, it held its own without hogging the spotlight. Everything worked together like it was meant to. Don’t skip this one; there’s something special going on here.
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The Post Local Bistro
2025
Plymouth, Michigan
Plymouth, Michigan
TL:DR
The Post in Plymouth hit all the right notes. Slightly thin ranch with flavor that steals the spotlight. Pairs beautifully with everything from fries to kettle chips. It might’ve been the birthday glow, but this one was a grand slam.
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Mountain Town Station
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
Smooth, balanced, and quietly elite. This ranch showed up for the salad and the fries, and absolutely popped on the BBQ pulled pork nachos (yes, ranch on nachos is a thing and yes, you need to try it). No sour tang, no complaints. Top-Notch
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Biercamp
2025
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
TL:DR
Ranch made with local dairy, perfect consistency, and tot bowls that slap. Top-Notch in my book.
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Chili's Grill & Bar
2025
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
TL:DR
Chili’s ranch = runny in the best way. Nostalgic, salty-tangy perfection. Pro tip: mix it with their salsa… ooohweee baby, that’s a Top-Notch combo.
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Wingstop
2025
Lansing, Michigan
Lansing, Michigan
TL:DR
No question: Wingstop’s ranch is a community favorite for a reason. Solidly Top-Notch
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Jet's Pizza
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
Jet’s ranch is the gold standard. Thick, flavorful, with a parmesan-forward tang that clings to pizza and plays nice on salad. It’s so good you can (and should) buy it by the bottle. Ditch your grocery store ranch. This is the only one that belongs in your fridge.
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Tomato Brothers
2025
Howell, Michigan
Howell, Michigan
TL:DR
Same ranch as Gus’s = guaranteed delicious. Consistency? Perfect. Flavor? Flawless. Me? Posing like a proud ranch heiress with my ramekin. Tomato Brothers understood the assignment.
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Detroit Wing Company
2025
Livonia, Michigan
Livonia, Michigan
TL:DR
Detroit Wing Company is serving up ranch that took the packet formula and said, “watch me shine.” And shine it did. Top-Notch earned. Bdubs could never.
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Buddy's Pizza
2025
Plymouth, Michigan
Plymouth, Michigan
TL:DR
She’s Top-Notch. She’s confident. She’s everything I hoped for and then some. Buddy’s ranch is absolutely worth the hype and the rerun.
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Gus’ Carry Out
2025
Brighton, Michigan
Brighton, Michigan
TL:DR
Gus’s ranch is a runny little rockstar. Creamy, flavorful, addictive, and totally worth the hype. I’m obsessed. Top-notch, no question. Grab the pint. Get the breadsticks. Live your best ranch life.
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Blazin Coop's Nashville Hot Chicken
2025
Canton, Michigan
Canton, Michigan
TL:DR
The kind of spot you tell your friends about. Flavorful, maybe a little drippy, but absolutely hits the mark. Pairs perfectly with the spicy chicken, and the sliders bring the mess in the best way. Definitely a Top-Notch experience and one I’ll be back for. Psst, there's a location in Ann Arbor, too!
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Runner Up
Zingerman's
2025
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
TL:DR
Unique, herb-forward ranch featuring tarragon, rosemary, and thyme. If you love rosemary, this might be a top-tier experience. Cute packaging, market price, and served at one of the friendliest spots around.
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Wing Snob
2025
Lansing, Michigan
Lansing, Michigan
TL:DR
Wing Snob’s ranches are solid players in the game. Regular = dependable. Spicy = buffalo-adjacent and vibey when paired right. Not a life-changing moment, but definitely a ranch worth consuming
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Cottage Inn
2025
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
TL:DR
Cottage Inn's ranch is solid. Great even. But it’s missing that oomph to take it to Top-Notch. If they figure out the missing magic? Game over
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HopCat
2025
Livonia, Michigan
Livonia, Michigan
TL:DR
Runny but flavorful. Feels like packet-made with a splash too much milk. Not ranch royalty, but I’m not mad at it—especially with those fries and that burger upgrade
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Summit Smokehouse & Taproom
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
A solid and satisfying dreamy medium consistency and a decent flavor that just left me wishing for more. The “spicy” version leans smoky, not hot. Both are worth trying, but the regular still holds the crown. Runner-Up for now, a ramekin I’d welcome back to the table.
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B404 (Formerly Bennigans)
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
This one’s salad-friendly and solid. Not a ranch revelation, but definitely better than most bottled attempts. Respectable Runner Up.
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Cheers Neighborhood Grill
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
Homemade flavor that hits, but very runny. Expect a full-body ranch experience... like it gets all over your body
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Midland Brewing Company
2025
Midland, Michigan
Midland, Michigan
TL:DR
This one flirts with greatness, homemade energy and dreamy texture, but the flavor needs to speak up if it wants to be taken seriously
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Omelettes & More
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
This ranch pulled up in a full boat with homemade confidence and thicc girl energy. Almost Top Notch, but a lil’ tang held her back. Still? I'll order with confidence
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Wood Shop Social
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
It's a little funky, a little fancy, and not here to play by the rules. This ranch isn’t for the traditionalist, but if you’re down for a bold twist, you might fall in love. Just don’t expect your usual creamy comfort - she’s got a whole different vibe.
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Alebird
2025
Byron Center, Michigan
Byron Center, Michigan
TL:DR
Regular ranch = yes please. Jalapeño ranch = time-traveling back to a sad bottle life.
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Castaways
2025
Bay City, Michigan
Bay City, Michigan
TL:DR
Solid Runner Up: good smell, great consistency, tastes homemade but a little shy on flavor. Didn’t make me dance, but I’d still recommend it. Bonus: the boom boom sauce was a nice little happy kick to the taste buds.
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Park Place Gastropub
2025
Plymouth, Michigan
Plymouth, Michigan
TL:DR
Park Place Gastro Pub = thick, salty-but-balanced ranch that pulls its weight. Buffalo wrap lost in the sauce? Side ranch saved the day.
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Savvy Sliders
2025
Westland, Michigan
Westland, Michigan
TL:DR
Ranch = pretty good for fast food. Savvy Sauce = a fun bonus. Chicken fingers = sad times.
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BurgerFi
2025
Northville, Michigan
Northville, Michigan
TL:DR
Homemade ranch with mysterious red flecks and a baby spice kick. I can’t tell you what it is, but I can tell you it’s good.
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Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
2025
Lansing, Michigan
Lansing, Michigan
Boston's Pizza Restaurant & Sports Bar
2025
Midland, Michigan
Midland, Michigan
TL:DR
Not life-changing, but it shows up when you need it, no dancing happened. A safe and worthy dip.
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Maverick's | Kitchen • Drinks • Sports
2025
Canton, Michigan
Canton, Michigan
TL:DR
This surprised me. Smells a little sour but tastes better than it smells, like salty, tangy pickles with a bit of pepper. Solid consistency, mysterious red flecks again (still no answers). Flavor is good, but hard to describe. It’s better than most “It’ll Do” ranches, so I’m calling it a Runner-Up.
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Jonny Cakes Cafe
2025
Canton, Michigan
Canton, Michigan
TL:DR
This ranch smells and tastes exactly how you want ranch to. Slightly thicker consistency, but it clings to food like a champ. Flavor is tangy with a little sour zip—in a really good way. Solid Runner-Up, maybe even with a little *plus* on the side. Didn’t blow my mind, but absolutely did its job.
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Lucky's Steakhouse
2025
Midland, Michigan
Midland, Michigan
TL:DR
Lucky’s ranch is good, comforting, and totally salad-approved, but it’s missing that spark that makes a ranch unforgettable. Thin-but-workable consistency and a flavor that plays it safe. Runner-Up with room to rise if they ever decide to turn up the volume
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Blue Tractor BBQ
2025
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse City, Michigan
TL:DR
The ranch is good but not groundbreaking. Super runny, a little bland, and the chipotle version didn’t wow me. Great wings, unforgettable cheddar jalapeño dip, and chicken tenders that existed solely to carry sauce. A solid meal, but the ranch didn’t carry the team.
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Art & Jakes Bar & Grill
2025
Northville, Michigan
Northville, Michigan
TL:DR
Homemade ranch that’s nearly Top-Notch, but needs a slight flavor tune-up. Perfect consistency, excellent for dipping or dressing. Pair it with the firecracker fries and ask for Andrea, she’s a queen. If you're looking for a place that has something for everyone and good ranch, check out this place.
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It'll Do
Chipotle
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
Thick, spicy, and maybe having an identity crisis. This ranch-adjacent dressing is more sour cream with a smoky attitude than a true delicious ole faithful. It’ll do in a pinch (especially if mixed with the vinaigrette), but don’t expect to be wow'ed
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Applebee's
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
Applebee's ranch isn't stealing the spotlight, but it knows its role. Reliable, mildly mysterious, and won't fight your tastebuds. It's a "MEH" with manners
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Joe's on Jolly
2025
Okemos, Michigan
Okemos, Michigan
TL:DR
Thick, homemade ranch with a slightly sweet, sour cream-forward flavor. Chunky consistency (unsure what the chunks are), no smell. Not a standout, but not bad. I’d order it again if needed, but I’m not planning my meal around it.
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Bubba's
2025
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse City, Michigan
TL:DR
Bubba's ranch is fine. Slightly citrusy, light on flavor, and a little misleading if you're expecting something special. It’ll do in a pinch, but don’t get your hopes up or your fried pickles too excited.
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Fireside Grille
2025
Shepherd, Michigan
Shepherd, Michigan
TL:DR
Thick, dill-heavy, and leaning more veggie dip than ranch. Tasty, but not the salad-dressing moment I was craving
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Barn Door
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
First taste was chip dip vibes; second taste was much better. An It’ll Do with a star because there’s hope for a glow-up.
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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
2025
Lansing, Michigan
Lansing, Michigan
TL:DR
Thin and a little drippy, but solid for wings. Good enough to finish, not good enough to pack up.
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Texas Roadhouse
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
Thick enough to cling, sour enough to question. Great for wings & fries, awkward on salad. Not the worst fling, but I won’t be texting it back. I'll see it around again, though, because that's what happens.
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Farmers Barn Pizzeria
2025
Livonia, Michigan
Livonia, Michigan
TL:DR
Farmer’s Barn served up dill dip disguised as ranch. Tasty, sure, but not what I wanted on my pizza. Save this one for your veggie sticks.
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Joe Kool’s
2025
Novi, Michigan
Novi, Michigan
TL:DR
Tastes alright, but it’s practically a beverage. Ranch shouldn’t come with a splash zone warning
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Store Bought Sadness
Pizza House
2025
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
IHOP
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
Bottled look, bottled vibe, and a taste that lands in the “meh” zone thanks to a sour edge. Think Applebee’s ranch, but less charm and a little identity confusion. Store-bought sadness
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Hunter's Ale House
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
Gave Hunter’s another shot hoping they’d fixed the ranch. Spoiler: they didn’t. Still store-bought sadness with a hint of sour. Come for the cheese curds and fries, but skip the ranch if you value your tastebuds.
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Pisanello's Pizza
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
I had high hopes, but this ranch was a straight-up catfish. Smelled off, tasted worse. Thin, sour, and trying to fool us with some milked-down disguise. Not today, Satan.
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The Bird Bar & Grill
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
The Bird’s ranch = Store-Bought Sadness. Sour smell, worse taste. Hidden Valley confirmed. Onion petals deserved better.
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Jeannie's Diner
2025
Coldwater, Michigan
Coldwater, Michigan
The Otherside Bar & Grill
2025
Freeland, Michigan
Freeland, Michigan
TL:DR
Otherside Bar & Grill = cute vibes, great food… but the ranch? Sour store-bought sadness. Cue the sad trombone
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Bob Evans
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
If you’re heading to Bob Evans, stick to what they’re known for. The ranch is a thin, sour mess that had no business showing up to the plate. Honey mustard had to sub in just so I could finish my meal. This one’s a clear-cut case of Store-Bought Sadness.
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Olga's Kitchen
2025
Brighton, Michigan
Brighton, Michigan
TL:DR
Olga’s ranch is watery, bland, and barely trying. No smell, no flavor, just meh, and not the half-shrug kind of meh. Stick with the salad the OG way with the Olga dressing.
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Jimmy John's
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
Ordered the big ones, expected magic, got disappointment in a soup cup. Kick’n Ranch tried, Homestyle didn’t even bother. Both are giving bottled energy and I’m not here for it.
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Hooters
2025
Saginaw, Michigan
Saginaw, Michigan
TL:DR
The food was killing it, the ranch was killing the vibe. Tastes store-bought, smells criminal, brings nothing to the table. When your kitchen is putting out food this good, your ranch should rise to the occasion. At this point, bad ranch is just lazy. Do better, Hooters. We deserve nice things.
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Buffalo Wild Wings
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
Thick, sour, and disappointing. I'll keep eating it anyway because I have attachment issues.
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Nope
Penny Red's
2025
Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, Michigan
TL:DR
Urban Ranch is watery Hidden Valley. Yacht Ranch is Caesar’s spicy cousin who doesn’t know when to stop. Disappointing across the board.
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Panera
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TL:DR
Thick, sour, and totally off-brand for a place that brags about clean, fresh food. Panera’s ranch is a letdown in both taste and texture, and feels like it came from a sad bottle in the back of a forgotten fridge
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Timeout Tavern
2025
Clare, Michigan
Clare, Michigan
TL:DR
Decent food but missed the mark on the ranch. The regular one had no flavor, no smell, and left me wondering if my taste buds took the day off. The jalapeño version had a little more personality but still felt like a lazy remix. Neither one is worth dipping into again.
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The Twisted Fork
2025
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Mount Pleasant, Michigan