The best restaurants in Canton
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Mama’s Restaurant
RestaurantsMama’s Restaurant is that low-key Detroit staple where the pancakes are fluffy, the waffles hit right, and the coffee tastes better when…
Mama’s Restaurant
RestaurantsToarmina's Pizza - Canton
RestaurantsCounter-serve pizzeria chain offering a sweet sauce, flavored crusts & a 24-inch option.
Toarmina's Pizza - Canton
RestaurantsPizza Twist
RestaurantsIndian-fusion pizza parlor including gluten-free, halal and vegan options plus wings.
Pizza Twist
RestaurantsAki sushi and Thai
RestaurantsCraving spicy curry and pristine sashimi at the same time? Aki Sushi and Thai nails the fusion, with inventive rolls, fresh-cut sashimi,…
Aki sushi and Thai
RestaurantsThe Taco Factory
RestaurantsFor legit street-style tacos, sizzling fajitas, and no-nonsense burritos that actually fill you up, The Taco Factory brings…
The Taco Factory
RestaurantsRose's Restaurant & Lounge
RestaurantsRose's Restaurant & Lounge is that family-run staple where homemade Italian and American classics still taste like Nonna actually made…
Rose's Restaurant & Lounge
RestaurantsJet's Pizza
RestaurantsCounter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.
Jet's Pizza
RestaurantsQDOBA Mexican Eats
RestaurantsA menu of customizable Mexican food served in a modern restaurant, plus takeout & catering.
QDOBA Mexican Eats
RestaurantsPizzawala's | Pizza Restaurant in Canton, MI
RestaurantsRight here in Canton, Pizzawala's riffs on classic pies with Indian-inspired combos from the Pi: Bold Collection like Achari Kick and silky…
Pizzawala's | Pizza Restaurant in Canton, MI
RestaurantsCarrabba's Italian Grill
RestaurantsChain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.
Carrabba's Italian Grill
RestaurantsSilvio's Trattoria e Pizzeria
RestaurantsSilvio's Trattoria e Pizzeria leans organic and inventive, using herbs grown on-site and turning out handmade, Abruzzo-inspired pies and…
Silvio's Trattoria e Pizzeria
RestaurantsLos Tres Amigos Canton
RestaurantsLos Tres Amigos Canton hits the sweet spot for Canton folks craving sizzling fajitas, legit enchiladas, and fresh-fruit margaritas without…
Los Tres Amigos Canton
RestaurantsJet's Pizza
RestaurantsCounter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.
Jet's Pizza
RestaurantsO'Sushi Canton Japanese Restaurant
RestaurantsTucked in a humble strip-mall, O'Sushi Canton Japanese Restaurant keeps it intimate at the bar and big on flavor with ample nigiri cuts,…
O'Sushi Canton Japanese Restaurant
RestaurantsPoke Poke - Sushi Unrolled
RestaurantsWhether you go full custom or let the menu steer you toward the Tuna Lover’s, Volcano, or Pacific Chicken, Poke Poke - Sushi Unrolled nails…
Poke Poke - Sushi Unrolled
RestaurantsToarmina's Pizza Plymouth
RestaurantsWhen your Canton crew needs more than a couple mediums, Toarmina's Pizza Plymouth rolls out a 24-inch pie with that signature sweet sauce…
Toarmina's Pizza Plymouth
RestaurantsHungry Howie's Pizza
RestaurantsBasic, counter-serve pizzeria chain popular for its flavored crusts, such as sesame & garlic herb.
Hungry Howie's Pizza
RestaurantsJet's Pizza
RestaurantsCounter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.
Jet's Pizza
RestaurantsThe Canton Pizza
RestaurantsWhether you’re craving a classic round, a cheesy deep dish, or a build-your-own with garlic-butter or Cajun crust, The Canton Pizza nails…
The Canton Pizza
RestaurantsShakers Bar and Grill - Canton
RestaurantsShakers Bar and Grill - Canton keeps it local with PRIME half-pound Black Angus burgers, scratch-made pizzas, and fresh wild seafood, all…
Shakers Bar and Grill - Canton
RestaurantsPalermo Pizzeria & Restaurant
RestaurantsFamily owned since 1981, Palermo Pizzeria & Restaurant leans on secret recipes, homemade sauces, and toppings galore to deliver that…
Palermo Pizzeria & Restaurant
RestaurantsSaroki's Crispy Chicken & Pizza
RestaurantsYes, it’s inside the Shell by Ikea, but Saroki's Crispy Chicken & Pizza is a legit local go-to for New York style pies, crispy fried…
Saroki's Crispy Chicken & Pizza
RestaurantsMexican Fiesta - Canton
RestaurantsMexican Fiesta - Canton is that laid back, lively neighborhood fix when you want legit Mexican FOOOOOOOD vibes: a huge menu with…
Mexican Fiesta - Canton
RestaurantsEl Barzon Restaurante
RestaurantsEl Barzon Restaurante marries Italian comfort with Cocina Poblana flair, so you can debate pasta vs mole poblano and win either way. Cozy…
El Barzon Restaurante
RestaurantsLa Morena
RestaurantsCraving something comforting but not boring, La Morena turns out spot-on sopes, tacos dorados, flautas, and those wildly addictive asada…
La Morena
Restaurants313 Pizza
Restaurants313 Pizza is leaning into the D with legit Detroit-style pies built on fresh dough, house-made sauce, and quality mozzarella. Add crispy…
313 Pizza
RestaurantsArmando's Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsArmando's Mexican Restaurant has been serving Southwest Detroit since 1967 with tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and margaritas that still hit,…
Armando's Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsRaising Cane's Chicken Fingers
RestaurantsFast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
RestaurantsCraving crispy dosas, aromatic biryanis, and rich curries, Chennai Express - An Authentic Indian Cuisine nails authentic South Indian…
V’s Drive Thru
RestaurantsV’s Drive Thru is the quick, no-fuss spot when you want a legit burger or wrap without leaving the car. Try the Hangover Burger, corned…
V’s Drive Thru
RestaurantsMaverick's | Kitchen • Drinks • Sports
RestaurantsMaverick's | Kitchen • Drinks • Sports is that easygoing Canton standby for modern American cravings, with over 50 craft beers on tap,…
Maverick's | Kitchen • Drinks • Sports
RestaurantsIzakaya Sanpei Restaurant
RestaurantsWhen you crave legit Japanese comfort, Izakaya Sanpei Restaurant nails it with craveable rolls, warm bowls of ramen, katsu curry, sukiyaki,…
Izakaya Sanpei Restaurant
RestaurantsTaquería El Nacimiento
RestaurantsTaquería El Nacimiento brings the flavor of the D with homestyle plates that hit the spot, from saucy enchiladas to sizzling fajitas. Order…
Taquería El Nacimiento
RestaurantsLeo's Coney Island
RestaurantsWhen you just want the classics without overthinking it, Leo's Coney Island serves a big menu of American comfort food and Greek…
Leo's Coney Island
RestaurantsThree Brothers Restaurant
RestaurantsWhether you’re plotting a low-key dinner or just craving babcia-level comfort, Three Brothers Restaurant nails it with traditional Polish…
Three Brothers Restaurant
RestaurantsSouthern Smokehouse
RestaurantsSkip the overthinking this week and let Southern Smokehouse handle dinner with hickory-kissed ribs with their signature rub, 12-hour…
Southern Smokehouse
RestaurantsGiovanni's Ristorante
RestaurantsGiovanni's Ristorante is that rare old world Italian spot where handmade pastas, prime cuts, fresh fish, and beautifully paired wines turn…
Giovanni's Ristorante
RestaurantsBangkok 96 Street Food
RestaurantsBangkok 96 Street Food, from James Beard semifinalist Chef Genevieve Vang, deserves a spot on your this week list for legit, from-scratch…
Bangkok 96 Street Food
RestaurantsAndiamo Detroit Riverfront
RestaurantsWhether you’re wooing someone or just treating yourself, Andiamo Detroit Riverfront pairs made-from-scratch Italian with those…
Andiamo Detroit Riverfront
RestaurantsSunrise Coastal Grill and Chicken
RestaurantsWhether you're craving a real seafood boil piled with snow crab, shrimp, corn, potatoes, eggs, and sausage, or crispy wings and catfish…
Sunrise Coastal Grill and Chicken
RestaurantsPie Sci Pizza | Detroit
RestaurantsWhether you’re team classic or chasing wild combos, Pie Sci Pizza keeps it exciting with bold, inventive pies plus vegan, dairy-free and…
Pie Sci Pizza | Detroit
RestaurantsPho Lucky
RestaurantsPho Lucky gives Detroiters steaming bowls of beefy pho with rice noodles and all the basil, lime, and sprouts, plus summer rolls and iced…
Pho Lucky
RestaurantsSupino Pizzeria Eastern Market
RestaurantsBusy place for thin-crust pizza & slices with novel toppings like egg & turkey.
Supino Pizzeria Eastern Market
RestaurantsCoriander Kitchen and Farm
RestaurantsBetween the breezy canal patio and a colorful retro bar, Coriander Kitchen and Farm keeps things charmingly low-key while turning out Great…
Coriander Kitchen and Farm
RestaurantsMercury Burger & Bar
RestaurantsMercury Burger & Bar keeps it classic and creative at once with hand-pressed patties stacked into local nods like the Southwest Detroit and…
Mercury Burger & Bar
RestaurantsBBQ CENTRAL
RestaurantsRibs, baked beans, mac and cheese and collard greens are served in this casual spot also offering soul food dishes like fried turkey wings.
BBQ CENTRAL
RestaurantsSmokey G's Smokehouse
RestaurantsSmokehouse featuring brisket, pulled pork, ribs and fried chicken plus mac 'n' cheese.
Smokey G's Smokehouse
RestaurantsLe Suprême
RestaurantsFrench fare such as steak frites and beef bourguignon is served in this classy space in the Book Tower.
Le Suprême
RestaurantsOak & Reel
RestaurantsOak & Reel pairs house-made pastas with fresh seafood kissed by an oak-burning hearth, all from Chef Jared Gadbaw. Expect bright, clean,…
Oak & Reel
RestaurantsCibo Detroit
RestaurantsDowntown spot Cibo Detroit keeps things inventive and ingredient-driven, riffing on global flavors and playful takes that are made to pass…
Cibo Detroit
RestaurantsDime Store
RestaurantsDime Store does scratch-made, chef-driven brunch all day with playful hits like Duck Bop Hash and the Cheesesteak Benny, plus rotating…
Dime Store
RestaurantsExperience Zuzu, Detroit
RestaurantsExperience Zuzu, Detroit brings polished vibes with a menu of sushi and other Asian dishes, then gives you room to linger upstairs in the…
Experience Zuzu, Detroit
RestaurantsSan Morello
RestaurantsSan Morello hits that sweet spot of hip without trying too hard, turning out wood-fired pizzas and handmade pastas that rotate with the…
San Morello
RestaurantsGreen Dot Stables
RestaurantsWhether you're dodging weeknight cooking or corralling friends, Green Dot Stables keeps it easy with bite-sized sliders that wander the…
Green Dot Stables
RestaurantsAji Ten Japanese Restaurant
RestaurantsAji Ten Japanese Restaurant has been serving Canton since 2007, with a head chef boasting over 40 years and time living in Japan. Think…
Aji Ten Japanese Restaurant
RestaurantsLa Dolce Vita Detroit
RestaurantsOld-world Italian eatery boasts lively brunch & a cozy space with arched windows & a garden patio.
La Dolce Vita Detroit
RestaurantsThe Brooklyn Street Local LLC
RestaurantsThe Brooklyn Street Local LLC keeps it cozy in Corktown with a carefully sourced menu of breakfast and lunch, plenty of vegetarian and…
The Brooklyn Street Local LLC
RestaurantsTelway Hamburgers
RestaurantsSometimes you just want no-frills comfort that hits right, and Telway Hamburgers delivers with griddled sliders, hot dogs, crispy fries and…
Telway Hamburgers
RestaurantsSlows To Go
RestaurantsCraving legit Detroit barbecue without committing to a sit-down? Slows To Go nails the classics for carryout, with hearty sides, soups and…
Slows To Go
RestaurantsMootz Pizzeria + Bar
RestaurantsStylish parlor serving old-fashioned pizzas with classic toppings, plus sliders, pasta, and spirits.
Mootz Pizzeria + Bar
RestaurantsMom's Spaghetti
RestaurantsMom's Spaghetti keeps it gloriously simple with big bowls of spaghetti and that messy, wonderful spaghetti sandwich you pretend you won’t…
Mom's Spaghetti
RestaurantsBasement Burger Bar
RestaurantsBasement Burger Bar keeps it simple and solid with house burgers and build-your-own stacks that scratch the exact itch you had at 5 p.m.…
Basement Burger Bar
RestaurantsGus's World Famous Fried Chicken
RestaurantsLong-running chain serving spicy fried chicken & comfort sides in a low-key setting.
Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken
RestaurantsThe Hudson Cafe
RestaurantsDetroit brunch ritual since 2011, The Hudson Cafe keeps it fun with Cinnabun pancakes, a Voodoo Benedict, and a respectful nod to Hudson’s…
The Hudson Cafe
RestaurantsJohnny Noodle King
RestaurantsJohnny Noodle King keeps things playful and Detroit-savvy with bowls like corned beef ramen, Cajun catfish, and kimchi short rib alongside…
Johnny Noodle King
RestaurantsHopCat
RestaurantsWoodwork-filled brew pub with a massive beer list offering creative pub fare & brunch items.
HopCat
RestaurantsThe Eagle Detroit
RestaurantsConvivial eatery & beer hall dishing up Southern classics such as fried chicken & spoonbread.
The Eagle Detroit
RestaurantsFixins Soul Kitchen
RestaurantsCozy eatery serving a range of soul food faves from collard greens to chicken and waffles, plus wine and beer.
Fixins Soul Kitchen
RestaurantsSelden Standard
RestaurantsFor nights when you want to feel fancy without the fuss, Selden Standard turns Michigan produce into craveable small plates and thoughtful…
Selden Standard
RestaurantsSushi Lounge Detroit
RestaurantsRun by James Beard semifinalist Chef Genevieve Vang, Sushi Lounge Detroit dishes Detroit-style flavor with Detroit’s first and only 100%…
Sushi Lounge Detroit
RestaurantsKabuki Sushi Canton
RestaurantsCraving pristine rolls and a little sizzle, Kabuki Sushi Canton blends Japanese technique with Korean ingredients, so you can pair fresh…
Kabuki Sushi Canton
RestaurantsSavannahBlue
RestaurantsSavannahBlue does contemporary northern soul food with Southern flavors, the kind that feels like Sunday dinner got a city-smart glow-up.…
SavannahBlue
RestaurantsPenny Red's
RestaurantsBuckets of crispy bird, honey-butter biscuits, and farmstand sides make Penny Red's the move when your crew needs comfort food that…
Penny Red's
RestaurantsFarmer Frank's
RestaurantsSpecializing in corned beef, this unassuming establishment offers breakfast & lunch fare.
Farmer Frank's
RestaurantsBar Pigalle
RestaurantsCraving something a little Paris, a little Detroit? Bar Pigalle in Brush Park does playfully modern French fare with seasonal menus that…
Bar Pigalle
RestaurantsSunday's Best - The Brunch Spot
RestaurantsWhen your crew wants brunch vibes without the stove chaos, Sunday's Best - The Brunch Spot brings Detroit-rooted catering with full service…
Sunday's Best - The Brunch Spot
RestaurantsLeña
RestaurantsSpanish and Mediterranean–inspired cooking featuring seafood staples and small share plates, plus tasting menus, is offered at this…
Leña
RestaurantsSee You Tomorrow
RestaurantsSee You Tomorrow keeps North End mornings happy with a cozy counter vibe and breakfast plates that hit the spot. Think chicken and waffles,…
See You Tomorrow
RestaurantsJoe Louis Southern Kitchen
RestaurantsWhether you’re craving an unrushed brunch or need someone to feed the whole crew, Joe Louis Southern Kitchen has you covered with…
Joe Louis Southern Kitchen
RestaurantsThe Apparatus Room
RestaurantsSet in the former firetruck bay at Detroit Foundation Hotel, The Apparatus Room serves award-winning New American plates rooted in Michigan…
The Apparatus Room
RestaurantsMichigan & Trumbull
RestaurantsMichigan & Trumbull turns Detroit-style into an obsession, with dough made fresh daily and combos like the Packard Pepperoni with pickled…
Michigan & Trumbull
RestaurantsRoyale with Cheese
RestaurantsRoyale with Cheese keeps Midtown fed with cooked-to-order burgers built from fresh-ground beef, artisan buns, and legit house-made sauces,…
Royale with Cheese
RestaurantsNunn's Bar-B-Cue II
RestaurantsDetroit classic Nunn's Bar-B-Cue II has been smoking ribs, chicken, and shrimp since 1984, with sauce and sides made fresh daily, and it…
Nunn's Bar-B-Cue II
RestaurantsSoraya
RestaurantsModern Japanese in the heart of Detroit, Soraya turns lunch, dinner, and happy hour into an easy habit with sushi, drinks, and a menu built…
Soraya
RestaurantsThe Goblin Detroit
RestaurantsDetroit’s own The Goblin Detroit keeps it tight with pristine nigiri, sashimi, and signature rolls, plus an omakase special when you want…
The Goblin Detroit
RestaurantsNemo's Bar
RestaurantsOld-school clippings, burgers cooked to order, and shuttles to Lions, Tigers, Red Wings, and Pistons games make Nemo's Bar a clutch move…
Nemo's Bar
RestaurantsADELINA
RestaurantsWhen you're after an elegant trattoria vibe without leaving city limits, Adelina hits the sweet spot with traditional and modern Italian…
ADELINA
RestaurantsHouse of Umami Ramen
RestaurantsHouse of Umami Ramen is a from-scratch, fusion spot where bold broths, springy noodles, and shareable tapas meet sushi rolls that don't…
House of Umami Ramen
RestaurantsSheWolf Pastificio & Bar
RestaurantsTrendy restaurant featuring contemporary Italian plates & cocktails in a sophisticated dining room..
SheWolf Pastificio & Bar
RestaurantsBash Original Izakaya
RestaurantsBash Original Izakaya is a modern Japanese restaurant in Woodbridge rooted in tradition, serving bold specialty rolls, refined sashimi, and…
Bash Original Izakaya
RestaurantsCHAOS BURGER
RestaurantsChaos Burger is downtown slinging prime beef smashburgers stacked with whole milk American, sweet vidalia, dill pickles, and that honey…
CHAOS BURGER
RestaurantsFlowers of Vietnam
RestaurantsFlowers of Vietnam nails that sweet spot between comfort and inventive, with creative Vietnamese plates plus a full bar for cocktails,…
Flowers of Vietnam
RestaurantsLa Feria
RestaurantsLively restaurant featuring traditional Spanish small plates as well as wine & cocktails.
La Feria
RestaurantsBuddy's Pizza
RestaurantsIconic pizza chain (since 1946) known for its square slices & soups, plus other Italian & fast fare.
Buddy's Pizza
RestaurantsBuddy's Pizza
RestaurantsIconic pizza chain (since 1946) known for its square slices & soups, plus other Italian & fast fare.
Buddy's Pizza
RestaurantsIma Izakaya
RestaurantsIma Izakaya turns health-conscious comfort food into a habit, with slurp-worthy ramen, udon, rice bowls, and house-made dumplings. Their…
Ima Izakaya
RestaurantsHIROKI-SAN
RestaurantsHiroki-San brings an immersive, soulful Japanese dining vibe to Book Tower, with Executive Chef Hiroki Fujiyama overseeing pristine sushi…
HIROKI-SAN
RestaurantsChartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails
RestaurantsWhether you’re planning a low-key date night or celebrating Tuesday just because, Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails nails seasonal American…
Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails
RestaurantsGrey Ghost Detroit
RestaurantsModern, hip spot for steaks & more alongside beer, wine & craft cocktails from the bar.
Grey Ghost Detroit
RestaurantsLa Lanterna
RestaurantsUrbane spot for housemade pastas & Neapolitan-style pizzas, plus wine & craft beers.
La Lanterna
RestaurantsSlows Bar BQ
RestaurantsCraving a proper rib night? Slows Bar BQ brings a gourmet spin to barbecue, backed by a serious love of craft beer and sauces you’ll want…
Slows Bar BQ
RestaurantsBella Forno Pizzeria
RestaurantsPair your slice with a pour and some friendly competition, because Bella Forno Pizzeria is one of the kitchens at Corktown Taphouse,…
Bella Forno Pizzeria
RestaurantsDetroit Wing Company
RestaurantsCasual takeout featuring a wide array of sauces and dry rubs for wings.
Detroit Wing Company
RestaurantsParc
RestaurantsParc does elevated Detroit cuisine right, with a vast wine list and that prime al fresco scene in Campus Martius locals actually want to…
Parc
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