Detroit’s best local businesses

The 289 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

● Updated Aug 2

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289 businesses across 12 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

• 01Restaurants106 places · newest: Agave Grill & Bar, Aug 2
• 02Beauty16 places · newest: Hair. A salon, Aug 2
• 03Shopping22 places · newest: Gena Conti Millinery, Aug 2
• 04Entertainment38 places · newest: Chandler Park Golf Course, Aug 2
• 05Nightlife15 places · newest: JP’s Trolley Stop, Aug 2
• 06Bakeries & Sweets23 places · newest: Iversens Bakery, Aug 2
• 07Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage9 places · newest: Flamingo Vintage, Aug 2
• 08Arts & Culture16 places · newest: Cranbrook Academy of Art, Aug 2
• 09Home & Garden17 places · newest: GW Home by Gardner White - Woodward, Aug 2
• 10Hobbies, Books, & Crafts11 places · newest: Dearborn Music, Aug 2
• 11Parks & Outdoors6 places · newest: Cranbrook House & Gardens, Aug 2
• 12Pets5 places · newest: The Masters Paw LLC, Aug 2

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Businesses in categories too small for their own page — yet.

• House of Drip & Wellness

  Health & Wellness

  House of Drip & Wellness is your local fix for feeling and looking refreshed, with personalized IV drip therapy, DiamondGlow facials,…

  932 Mason St (Dearborn) · instagram.com ↗ · ✓ checked Jul 28

• Malu Cat Cafe

  Cafes

  Relaxed cat-themed café that lets visitors cuddle and play with a variety of felines while enjoying coffee and cocktails.

  29552 Ford Rd (Garden City) · malucatcafe.com ↗

• Restaurant Equippers

  Services

  Warehouse with a huge selection of commercial restaurant equipment and supplies.

  27041 Greenfield Rd (Southfield) · equippers.com ↗

• Shops On Top

  Other

  Clothing boutique for women men's fashion, accessories and gifts, plus hosting monthly jazz events.

  2362 Russell St · shopsontopfashion.com ↗

• Sportsman's Warehouse

  Sporting Goods

  Outdoor recreation chain featuring apparel, footwear, equipment & accessories for adults & kids.

  750 W 14 Mile Rd (Troy) · stores.sportsmans.com ↗

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