22 classic Detroit restaurants to put on your bucket list

Caucus Club 150 W Congress St, Detroit, 313-965-497 **After this restaurant closed its doors in 1991, this year the restaurant opened its doors after a long hiatus with a fully restored and renovated location. You definitely HAVE to stop by and try dish from chef Rick Hussey’s all new menu. The restaurant still has its original classic flare and unforgettable atmosphere. Photo via Insta user @fiindingplates Sweetwater Tavern 400 E Congress St, Detroit, 313-962-2210 **This is one restaurant you need on your bucket list, because their wings are simply amazing! Every item served is homemade with a goal to “please your palate.” This classic restaurant is a true Detroit favorite, that you absolutely can’t pass up. Photo via Insta user @chowdowndetroit The Whitney This place is a must-go when it comes to upscale dining in Detroit. If you’re in a particularly bougie mood, this mansion turned restaurant will definitely do the trick. The mansion is not only a restaurant, but also holds The Ghostbar Gardens and The Katherine Mcgregor Dessert Parlor. Photo via IG user @kmminihan Nemo’s 1384 Michigan Ave, Detroit, 313- 965-3180 With this place being only one block away from the old Tigers stadium, it’s a huge part of Detroit’s history. The sports bar and grill has everything you need, including non-stop sports, the best brews, and burgers. The bar also offers a stadium shuttle during regularly scheduled Red Wing’s and Tiger’s games. Photo via Yelp user Erin D. Vivio’s 2460 Market St, Detroit, 313-393-1711 Since the 60’s this family owned restaurant has perfected the meaning of great food and fantastic atmosphere. They’re most popularly known for their famous bloody mary’s and triple decker club sandwich. It should definitely snag a spot on your bucket list because it’s a true Detroit staple. Photo via IG user @lacewellgirl Bert’s Marketplace 2727 Russell St, Detroit, 313-567-2030 The Detroit hotspot for great soul food and live music performances. It’s the perfect place to chill and relax with a few of your friends after work. Start your week off right, on Sunday’s for an open mic night that you surely won’t forget. Photo via IG user @afonsocappellaro https://www.instagram.com/p/BVJMQWsjArF/?taken-at=260325684 Mercury Burger Bar 2163 Michigan Ave, Detroit, 313-964-5000 This diner- style burger joint earns a spot on our list because it’s a must for anyone who loves good ole American food. I mean, any place that serves tator-tots automatically wins, right? Anyway, you have to try one of their creative dishes or their fabulous craft brews. Photo via Ig user @gionielle https://www.instagram.com/p/BVGp_EnhVbP/?taken-at=7944279 Supino’s 2457 Russell St, Detroit, 313-567-7879 This definitely isn’t Burger King, but at this pizzeria you can have it your way. This place has a huge selection of pizza toppings that range from egg and turkey. We love how anyone can totally pretend they’re a New Yorker for the night with the huge slices almost as big as their face. Photo via IG user @freetofly https://www.instagram.com/p/BVdllnVhKjD/?taken-at=125307 Dakota Inn-Rathskeller 17324 John R. Street, Detroit, 313-86-9722 This earns a spot on our bucket list restaurants because of it’s authentic german food and atmosphere. The restaurant recently just celebrated its 84th year in the business, so they definitely know a thing or two about good restauranting. Photo via Yelp user Ken M. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-dakota-inn-rathskeller-detroit?select=wvWGlzjJLwEN2cRzZ_DWPg Baker’s Keyboard Lounge 17324 John R St, Detroit, 313- 867- 9722 This jazz club needs to be on every Detroiter’s bucket list, simply because of all its history. Known as the world’s oldest jazz club, this place has seen performances by Ela Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, and Nat “King” Cole. Stroll in one day to catch a cool jazzy performance, a quick drink, and an unforgettable meal. Photo via IG user _i_am_feng_shui https://www.instagram.com/p/BWT5bgbAMBn/?taken-at=1047313