Michael Spinelli carries his belongings upstairs to his room at Mary Markley Hall during the first move-in day on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor on Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2021.Jacob Hamilton | The Ann Arbor News

ANN ARBOR, MI -- If you’re wondering what the rumbling in the distance is, it’s the horde of students getting ready to descend upon Ann Arbor to start classes at the University of Michigan.

While students have already started taking over university haunts like The Brown Jug or New York Pizza Depot, it’s not too late to grab a bite before they fill spots like Tomukun Korean Barbeque or Angelo’s.

Here are five restaurants to visit before University of Michigan’s move-in days begin on Aug. 24.

Good Time Charley's in Ann Arbor is known for its Long Island fishbowls like The Love Spell, which is served in a 64-ounce jar meant for sharing, or it can be taken on individually.Martin Slagter | The Ann Arbor News

Although it may be best known among UM students for its 64-ounce mason jar “fishbowl” drinks, Good Time Charley’s, 1140 S University Ave., also offers a variety of Mexican dishes, sandwiches and burgers.

Options include the BBQ Pulled Pork sandwich, featuring homemade barbeque and coleslaw on a brioche bun; the BTB Classic Burrito, with rice, beans and choice of protein; and the Chicken Caesar Wrap with grilled chicken, parmesan and Caesar dressing.

Related: Gigantic fishbowls help Good Time Charley’s live up to its name in Ann Arbor

Good Time Charley’s is open from 5 p.m. to midnight Sunday and Monday, 3 p.m. to midnight Tuesday and Wednesday and 3 p.m. to 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday. Find the restaurant online, on social media or by phone at 734-668-8411.

With dishes sized to serve an individual up to nine people, Tomukun Korean Barbeque, 505 E. Liberty St., Suite 200, has something for everyone. Tomukun carries barbeque platters with meats like beef brisket, pork belly and marinated chicken.

It also offers a variety of stir-fry and noodle dishes, including cold buckwheat noodle soup, baby octopus stir-fry and spicy seafood noodle soup.

Tomukun Korean Barbeque is open 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day. Find the restaurant online, on social media or by phone at 734-369-2602.

Raisin french toast is served at Angelo's, 1100 E. Catherine St. in Ann Arbor, on Monday, Nov. 9, 2020. The diner has been an Ann Arbor institution since 1956.J. Scott Park | MLive.com

If a diner sounds appealing, Angelo’s, 1100 Catherine St., has the menu to check out. Angelo’s offerings include smoked salmon benedict, cinnamon-raisin pancakes and a variety of omelets. Angelo’s menu also features hot sandwiches, burgers and Reubens.

Angelo’s is open 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Find the diner online, on social media or by phone at 734-761-8996.

Related: Local Eats: Angelo’s still serves homemade bread after 60-plus years in Ann Arbor

Sangria served on the back outdoor patio at Casa Dominick's has been a summertime staple in Ann Arbor since the restaurant began serving the drink in the mid-1970s.Martin Slagter | The Ann Arbor News

Casa Dominick’s, 812 Monroe St., offers a wide range of sandwiches, pasta, salads and soups, as well as pizza, to-go sangria and quesadillas.

Related: Ann Arbor’s Best Cocktails: The sangria at Casa Dominick’s is a signature taste of summer

Options include ravioli portabelli with cheese, portobellos and basil pesto sauce; an eggplant sandwich with sliced eggplant, parmesan and provolone cheese; and a domarita pizza with basil pesto, fresh mozzarella and tomatoes.

Casa Dominick’s is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Find the restaurant online or by phone at 734-662-5414.

A fish frita topped with cilantro lime salsa, tropical slaw and shoestring fries at Frita Batidos, 117 Washington St. In Ann Arbor on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2020.

Frita Batidos, 117 W. Washington St., is known for its Cuban-style street food.

Customers can choose from burger options, like black bean, chorizo and beef. Toppings include a runny egg, bacon and cilantro-lime salsa. Pair the burger with a smoothie featuring fruit and vanilla ice cream, fried plantains, or coconut-ginger rice.

Related: It’s hard to beat sitting outside and eating a Frita Batidos chorizo frita

Frita Batidos is open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday. Find the restaurant online, on social media or by phone at 734-761-2882.

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