Detroit-area AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander)-owned restaurants should have tried by now [PHOTOS]


May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, which recognizes the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to the history and culture of the U.S. The umbrella term includes ethnic groups from Eastern Asia, the Indian subcontinent, and the Pacific Islands, but can also include people from West and Southwest Asia, otherwise known as the Middle East, as well.

In metro Detroit, contributions from these cultures are especially felt in the dining scene. From the “Little Tokyo” of Novi, to the strip-mall hidden gems of Madison Heights, and of course metro Dearborn’s cherished Middle Eastern spots, here are some essential Asian-owned restaurants you should try.
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