The 25 most beautiful metro Detroit restaurants and bars

It’s a common saying among chefs: you eat with your eyes first. While this usually applies to plating a dish, there is…

By Lee DeVito

Highlands 400 Renaissance Center, Detroit; 313-877-9090; highlandsdetroit.com You can’t beat the Highlands, with its breathtaking 360-degree views from the GM RenCen’s 71st and 72nd floors of the city, the Detroit River, and our neighbors in Canada. The sight is exceptional at night when the streetlights turn on and you can appreciate Detroit’s unique radial street layout, which resembles the spokes of a giant wheel.
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Metro Times’ Whiskey in the Winter returned to the Detroit Shipping Co. [PHOTOS]

On Friday, Metro Times readers warmed up by sampling whiskey, scotch, and other firewater at our annual tasting event Whiskey in the…

By Dontae Rockymore, Joe Maroon

Image: Metro Times’ Whiskey in the Winter returned to the Detroit Shipping Co. [PHOTOS]
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30 Detroit-area restaurants that have been around over 50 years

They say some things get better with age. Case in point, these 30 metro Detroit restaurants that have been dishing out everything…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Buddy’s Pizza 17125 Conant St., Detroit; 313-892-9001; buddyspizza.com Now a chain, the original Buddy’s pizzeria is still kicking on Six Mile and Conant in Detroit. According to its website, in 1936, Buddy’s Rendezvous existed as a blind pig, skirting the state and federal laws. That was until owner August Gus Guerra decided to introduce a Sicilian-style square pizza in 1946, which was made using pans borrowed from local auto plants. At that moment, Detroit-style pizza was born.
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25 strip mall restaurants worth trying in the Detroit area

When we turn into the strip mall to do our grocery shopping, mail a package, or hit the salon, we tend to…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Starters Bar & Grille 25242 Evergreen Rd., Southfield; 248-281-4538; startersdetroit.com A long-standing Detroit favorite that has opened additional locations, Starters opened its Southfield location after having to close the Dearborn outpost in Fairlane Mall during the pandemic. You can get all of your Starters favorites here like lamb chops, steak bites, and fried catfish.
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25 of the best lunch spots in downtown Detroit

For some people lunch time is another cup of noodles, bologna sandwich, or whatever snacks they can find in their desk drawers.…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Parc 800 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-922-PARC;parcdetroit.com Located in Campus Martius, lunch at Parc offers good food, drinks, and a great view of the city.
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30 metro Detroit restaurants that are open late

There’s nothing like a late-night bite, especially after an evening out at a nightclub or concert. While many restaurants and bars have…

By Lee DeVito

The Bronx Bar.
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Photos from an ‘Herbal Walk & Talk’ tour in Detroit and an herbal medicine class in Hamtramck

Mama Ravin, whose real name is Regina Lawson, has been hosting her “Herbal Walk & Talk” in partnership with the Detroit Riverfront…

By Marc Klockow

Image: Photos from an‘Herbal Walk & Talk’ tour in Detroit and an herbal medicine class in Hamtramck
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Metro Times United We Brunch 2022

For the first time since 2020, Metro Times United We Brunch returned to Detroit's Majestic Theatre and Garden Bowl on Saturday, featuring…

By Dontae Rockymore

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Everyone we saw at Metro Times United We Brunch 2022

For the first time since 2020, Metro Times United We Brunch returned to Detroit's Majestic Theatre and Garden Bowl on Saturday, featuring…

By Marc Klockow, Dontae Rockymore

Image: Everyone we saw at Metro Times United We Brunch 2022
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The essential Dearborn restaurants you should have tried by now

Dearborn is known for having one of the largest populations of people from the Middle East in the United States. With that…

By Metro Times editorial staff

​​Pantheion Club 12900 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-584-9110; instagram.com/pantheionclub If you’re confused as to why a strip club has made the list of essential Dearborn restaurants, it’s probably because you have never had lamb chops from Pantheion. It’s quite simple actually — you go for the view, you stay for the food.
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Photos from Michigan Rib Fest 2022 in Lake Orion

Michigan Rib Fest came Lake Orion’s Canterbury Village & Wildwood Amphitheater over the holiday weekend, featuring mouth-watering barbecue, music performances, and other…

By Derek Dandridge

Image: Photos from Michigan Rib Fest 2022 in Lake Orion
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20 small-town Michigan restaurants worth a drive

When it comes to our definition of a “small town” in Michigan, we have to be very honest, it’s anything and everything…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Palms Krystal Bar and Grill 1535 Pine Grove Ave., Port Huron, 810-985-9838, palmskrystal.com The last existing restaurant in a chain formerly known as Chicken in the Rough that was founded in 1936 and once boasted nearly 300 locations, this spot is known for its former namesake’s eponymous dish: the Chicken in the Rough, or half a fried chicken, shoestring potatoes, and a biscuit with honey. Photo via Palms Krystal Bar and Grill/Instagram
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20 restaurants that have opened in the Detroit area so far in 2022

Many restaurants are still reeling from the pandemic, as made evident by the amount of restaurants we lost in 2021. Things seem…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Charminar Biryani 111 W. Warren Ave., Detroit; 313-974-6236; charminarmi.com Charminar Biryani Express opened in Detroit early this spring bringing Indian cuisine right across the street from Wayne State University.
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The essential Downriver restaurants that you should have tried by now

When it comes to local dining scenes, Downriver isn’t necessarily the first area that comes to mind. However, the group of cities…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Hops & Barley Bar & Grill 18561 Allen Rd., Melvindale; 313-586-3125; hopsandbarleybar.com If you’re looking for a great dive bar, with great food, good drinks and better people, look no further than this Melvindale neighborhood bar.
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Essential Detroit-area patios perfect for warm weather [PHOTOS]

Warmer weather is finally on its way to Michigan, and we’re ready to head outdoors to celebrate. What better way than lounging…

By Metro Times editorial staff

MotorCity Wine 1949 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-483-7283; motorcitywine.com Perhaps one of the most beloved patios in the city, MotorCity Wine is more than just a place to pop some serious red, white, or rosé. With ample seating and fire pits for chilly nights, MotorCity Wine often brings its frequent dining pop-ups and DJ entertainment outdoors for a more intimate party with fresh air.
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The essential restaurants in Southwest Detroit you should have tried by now

Southwest Detroit might be known for its Mexican food choices, but the food scene is quite varied in this neighborhood. Cuisine from…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Taqueria Mi Pueblo 7278 Dix St., Detroit; 313-841-3315; mipueblorestaurant.com Southwest Detroit’s Mi Pueblo long ago established itself as one of the town’s go-to spots for Mexican fare. Their guajillo spiced tortilla soup is a must taste.
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Here’s all the people (and the bourbon) we saw on day one of the Detroit Bourbon Fest

Friday evening was the first night of the second annual Detroit Bourbon Fest. Though originally scheduled to be held at the Belle…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: Here's all the people (and the bourbon) we saw on day one of the Detroit Bourbon Fest
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These before and after photos show how metro Detroit’s restaurants have changed over the last decade

Detroit is a city that is used to change. We're a city currently in the thick of a massive renaissance. One that…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: These before and after photos show how metro Detroit’s restaurants have changed over the last decade
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20 sports bars in the Detroit area to catch a big game

If you ask someone to name a holiday in the spring, the average person might say Easter. If you ask a Detroiter…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Ciccarelli's Premier Sports Club & Eatery 46793 Hayes Rd, Shelby Twp.; 586-247-2223; ciccarellis-22-sportsbar.com A sports bar founded by an NHL Hall of Famer? That's Ciccarelli's. It's owned by former Detroit Red Wings player Dino Ciccarelli.
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The 20 best places to get cocktails in Detroit area, according to Yelp

Let’s be real, we’re all over the weather giving us hope one day and sorrow the next day. Seasonal depression is real,…

By Metro Times editorial staff

14. RH House 2630 Crooks Rd., Rochester Hills; 248-586-1000 “Yum ! The cocktails at RH house are amazing !! Kennedy at the bar is wonderful !! My favorite is the Smokey Auburn. Great atmosphere !” - Caryl J. Photo via RH House/Facebook
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The 20 most romantic date night restaurants in metro Detroit according to Yelp

Throughout the pandemic, many of our date nights have involved a great takeout order and a binge-worthy TV show. While there’s nothing…

By Metro Times editorial staff

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The 20 best Italian restaurants in metro Detroit according to Yelp

Italian cuisine goes beyond pizza and spaghetti and some of the best Italian restaurants are found throughout the metro Detroit area. We…

By Metro Times editorial staff

9. L.A. Bistro Canton 44314 Cherry Hill Rd., Canton; 734-392-7028 “L.A. Bistro was a great experience. The food was delicious and the staff was friendly and accommodating. When we arrived on Friday at 6:30 pm there was no wait. The only thing to improve my experience would have been a glass of wine with my Italian entree (L.A. Bistro is alcohol free).” - Walter J. Photo via Facebook/L.A. Bistro Canton
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Photos from AlTayeb, metro Detroit's popular Lebanese restaurant

Metro Detroit Lebanese breakfast restaurant AlTayeb became an instant hit after opening locations in Garden City and Dearborn. See this week's cover…

By Metro Times editorial staff

AlTayeb at 15010 W. Warren Ave., Dearborn.
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The most anticipated new restaurants coming to metro Detroit in 2022

While 2021 was a surprisingly great year for new eats in metro Detroit, it looks like 2022 might just top it. From…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Sauce 4120 Second St., Detroit; saucedetroit.com After a previous target opening of late 2021 passed, it seems likely that this Italian- and SoCal-themed spot will open this year. Sauce is under the Heirloom Hospitality group, helmed by Jeremy Sasson (Prime + Proper, a Detroit and Birmingham’s Townhouse), and will feature a menu by former Otus Supply chef Myles McVay. Photo by Steve Neavling
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Twitter reacts to Little Caesars raising the price of the Hot-N-Ready pizza

At least once or twice in your life, you've taken a crumpled Lincoln and some change and strolled into Little Caesars to…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: Twitter reacts to Little Caesars raising the price of the Hot-N-Ready pizza
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The best things we ate in metro Detroit in 2021

In a roller coaster ride of a year that hit the restaurant industry particularly hard, all of metro Detroit’s restaurateurs deserve praise…

By Metro Times editorial staff

‘Birriadillas’ with consomme at Antojitos Southwest During the pandemic’s early stages, Gloria Contreras turned a layoff into an opportunity to pursue a dream: opening a restaurant. She and her family launched a birria-centered operation out of their Southwest Detroit home, and word of her incredible “birriadillas” — or birria quesadillas — spread quickly. The Contreras family now runs a popular food truck, delivering birrilla impressive for its depth and richness. Contreras starts with beef that's browned before simmering for hours in its juices, leaving it super tender while building the fatty base for the hearty quesadillas' big flavor. Garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, and a range of other spices and aromatics stew with the meat, while guajillo, a brightening chile, adds a component that's more tangy and fruity than spicy. That’s wrapped in a shell with a handful of mozzarella cheese, then griddle-fried in the beef’s oil to deepen the package with another interesting flavor layer and create a crunchy counterpoint to all the tender meat. The birria juice is again repurposed as a consommé, which allows the diner to ensure that each bite is awash in the rich, high fat broth. Finish it with diced onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime for more flavor and textural depth, and the incredible package is complete. (1975 Sharon St., Detroit; instagram.com/antojitos_southwest) —Tom Perkins Courtesy photo
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Twitter reacts to Kellogg's removing its name from products and its recent food quality

For nearly three months, 1,400 Kellogg workers have been on strike for better wages. The cereal company came under attack when news…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: Twitter reacts to Kellogg's removing its name from products and its recent food quality
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The hottest new metro Detroit restaurants to open in 2021

Despite the pandemic, metro Detroit's dining scene is red hot. Between new restaurants, new locations of existing restaurants, new menus, new concepts,…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Union Assembly 2131 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 248-795-2483; unionassembly.com Union Assembly is the latest outpost from Union Joints, the restaurant group behind popular eateries such as Vinsetta Garage (Royal Oak), Union Woodshop (Clarkston), and Gran Castor (Troy). The 500-seat, 14,800 square-foot restaurant with a three-season indoor/outdoor terrace occupies the first and second floors of the Little Caesars corporate headquarters. Photo courtesy of Union Assembly
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The best metro Detroit restaurants of 2021, according to our readers

Much like their favorite NFL football team, Detroiters will go down giving it all they've got when to comes to their favorite…

By Metro Times editorial staff

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Everyone we saw at Metro Times’ Whiskey in the Winter event at the Detroit Shipping Co.

Metro Times returned to save you from your winter woes with our annual Whiskey in the Winter event, which returned to the…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: Everyone we saw at Metro Times’ Whiskey in the Winter event at the Detroit Shipping Co.
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The Detroit area restaurants that have closed in 2021

We all know the pandemic wasn’t kind to the restaurant and hospitality industry. Restaurateurs faced many challenges including staff shortages, delivery delays,…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Dutch Girl Donuts 19000 Woodward Ave., Detroit Dutch Girl Donuts is a Detroit staple for all things glazed. The doughnut shop temporarily shuttered in September, but the death of the shop’s longtime owner later that months put the future of the business in jeapordy. . Photo via Google Maps
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20 restaurants and bars to take out-of-towners that show the real Detroit

Cooler weather means one thing — the holiday season is near. As domestic and international travel resumes, many of us are preparing…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Golden Fleece 525 Monroe St., Detroit; 313-962-7093; goldenfleecedetroit.com Photo via Google Maps
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