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Skip the overthinking this week and let Southern Smokehouse handle dinner with hickory-kissed ribs with their signature rub, 12-hour…

14340 W McNichols Rd (Detroit)

Skip the overthinking this week and let Southern Smokehouse handle dinner with hickory-kissed ribs with their signature rub, 12-hour brisket with that deep, rich smoke flavor, and juicy, lightly seasoned chicken from a family-run kitchen led by a certified chef who lives for Southern hospitality.

From the Detroit newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Giovanni's Ristorante is that rare old world Italian spot where handmade pastas, prime cuts, fresh fish, and beautifully paired wines turn…

330 Oakwood (Detroit)

Giovanni's Ristorante is that rare old world Italian spot where handmade pastas, prime cuts, fresh fish, and beautifully paired wines turn dinner into an occasion. Expect a warm, padrona-led vibe, seasoned service, and a little legend too since Sinatra once ate here, so treat yourself this week.

From the Downriver newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Bangkok 96 Street Food, from James Beard semifinalist Chef Genevieve Vang, deserves a spot on your this week list for legit, from-scratch…

474 Peterboro St (Detroit)

Bangkok 96 Street Food, from James Beard semifinalist Chef Genevieve Vang, deserves a spot on your this week list for legit, from-scratch Thai street flavors with gluten-free friendly standouts.

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Whether you’re wooing someone or just treating yourself, Andiamo Detroit Riverfront pairs made-from-scratch Italian with those…

400 Renaissance Center A-03 (Detroit)

Whether you’re wooing someone or just treating yourself, Andiamo Detroit Riverfront pairs made-from-scratch Italian with those mood-boosting waterfront views.

From the Detroit newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Whether you're craving a real seafood boil piled with snow crab, shrimp, corn, potatoes, eggs, and sausage, or crispy wings and catfish…

4206 Woodward Ave (Detroit)

Whether you're craving a real seafood boil piled with snow crab, shrimp, corn, potatoes, eggs, and sausage, or crispy wings and catfish that actually crunch, Sunrise Coastal Grill and Chicken delivers. Big flavor, no fuss, perfect when dinner should feel like a treat not a chore.

From the Detroit newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Hamlin Pub

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Relaxed Irish pub featuring pub staples, draft beer and cocktails, plus sports TVs, live music and open-air seating.

1180 S Irish Rd (Davison)

Relaxed Irish pub featuring pub staples, draft beer and cocktails, plus sports TVs, live music and open-air seating.

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Chain diner serving an expansive menu of American comfort food & Greek specialties.

282 S Main St (Lapeer)

Chain diner serving an expansive menu of American comfort food & Greek specialties.

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Dom's Diner

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Family-owned diner offering burgers, steak & seafood entrees, plus a breakfast menu.

3833 Corunna Rd

Family-owned diner offering burgers, steak & seafood entrees, plus a breakfast menu.

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Modern counter-serve joint offering double-patty burgers with creative toppings, plus craft beer.

5100 Corunna Rd

Modern counter-serve joint offering double-patty burgers with creative toppings, plus craft beer.

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Circa-1973 family-run pub serving breakfast, American faves & 10 beers on tap, open until 2 AM.

621 W Court St

Circa-1973 family-run pub serving breakfast, American faves & 10 beers on tap, open until 2 AM.

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Casual American restaurant offering breakfast and comfort dishes such as gyros and stuffed pepper soup.

2280 S Center Rd (Burton)

Casual American restaurant offering breakfast and comfort dishes such as gyros and stuffed pepper soup.

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Casual BBQ eatery with an outdoor seating area that also serves burgers.

10816 Dixie Hwy (Davisburg)

Casual BBQ eatery with an outdoor seating area that also serves burgers.

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Family-owned eatery, offering a menu of classic breakfast dishes and other homestyle fare, along with a salad bar.

6277 Pierson Rd (Flushing)

Family-owned eatery, offering a menu of classic breakfast dishes and other homestyle fare, along with a salad bar.

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Colorful BBQ joint known for pulled-pork sandwiches serves up craft beers & live blues on weekends.

1492 N Leroy St (Fenton)

Colorful BBQ joint known for pulled-pork sandwiches serves up craft beers & live blues on weekends.

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Pueblo Viejo

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Casual, family-owned establishment dishing up traditional Mexican staples from tacos to fajitas, as well as margaritas.

325 E Genesee St (Lapeer)

Casual, family-owned establishment dishing up traditional Mexican staples from tacos to fajitas, as well as margaritas.

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Gastropub in a former men's apparel shop with exposed-brick walls & the original steel ceiling.

531 S Saginaw St

Gastropub in a former men's apparel shop with exposed-brick walls & the original steel ceiling.

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Casual restaurant serving spicy Pad Thai, curry and other Thai favorites such as Bangkok chicken.

1117 Belsay Rd (Burton)

Casual restaurant serving spicy Pad Thai, curry and other Thai favorites such as Bangkok chicken.

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Da Red Wagon

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Barbecue, seafood, and other comfort food dished up in a casual spot with a drive-thru.

1338 W Bristol Rd

Barbecue, seafood, and other comfort food dished up in a casual spot with a drive-thru.

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Relaxed, family-run restaurant dishing up tasty Mexican fare, plus beer, cocktails and wine.

4190 E Court St (Burton)

Relaxed, family-run restaurant dishing up tasty Mexican fare, plus beer, cocktails and wine.

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Cafe Rhema

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Espresso drinks & cafe fare served in a brick-lined, chandelier-lit space with a cool, vintage vibe.

432 S Saginaw St

Espresso drinks & cafe fare served in a brick-lined, chandelier-lit space with a cool, vintage vibe.

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Cork on Saginaw

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This chic wine bar in a vintage building offers eclectic American & European small plates & entrees.

635 Saginaw St

This chic wine bar in a vintage building offers eclectic American & European small plates & entrees.

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Casual restaurant dishing up soul food such as ribs, catfish, and sides, plus peach cobbler.

G5037 Saginaw St

Casual restaurant dishing up soul food such as ribs, catfish, and sides, plus peach cobbler.

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Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.

g3558 Miller Rd

Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.

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Casual spot for barbecue options such as ribs and brisket plus sandwiches and beer.

2373 Austins Pkwy

Casual spot for barbecue options such as ribs and brisket plus sandwiches and beer.

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Casual spot featuring burgers and steaks, plus a bar with craft beer and cocktails.

240 W Main St (Flushing)

Casual spot featuring burgers and steaks, plus a bar with craft beer and cocktails.

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Casual pizza parlor prepping pies in Detroit-style and deep-dish varieties, plus breadsticks.

132 S Saginaw St (Byron)

Casual pizza parlor prepping pies in Detroit-style and deep-dish varieties, plus breadsticks.

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Unfussy takeout spot offering wings, brisket, pulled pork, and other BBQ staples.

2602 Davison Rd

Unfussy takeout spot offering wings, brisket, pulled pork, and other BBQ staples.

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Chain for gourmet burgers & other American comfort fare.

4141 Miller Rd

Chain for gourmet burgers & other American comfort fare.

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Calabria Village

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Pizza, breadsticks, wings, and subs in a casual spot that also sells beer, wine, and liquor.

517 E Broad St (Linden)

Pizza, breadsticks, wings, and subs in a casual spot that also sells beer, wine, and liquor.

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Trendy pizza joint serving up creative pies in basic, counter-serve digs and on a casual patio.

5163 Trumbull (Detroit)

Trendy pizza joint serving up creative pies in basic, counter-serve digs and on a casual patio.

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Pho Lucky

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Casual eatery serving traditional Vietnamese noodle soups, sandwiches and vermicelli bowls.

3111 Woodward Ave (Detroit)

Casual eatery serving traditional Vietnamese noodle soups, sandwiches and vermicelli bowls.

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Busy place for thin-crust pizza & slices with novel toppings like egg & turkey.

2457 Russell St (Detroit)

Busy place for thin-crust pizza & slices with novel toppings like egg & turkey.

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Casual eatery & bar for seasonally sourced fare, beer, cider, wine and cocktails.

14601 Riverside Blvd (Detroit)

Casual eatery & bar for seasonally sourced fare, beer, cider, wine and cocktails.

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Upbeat grill with a modern diner vibe turns out creative burgers, plus hot dogs, poutine & shakes.

2163 Michigan Ave (Detroit)

Upbeat grill with a modern diner vibe turns out creative burgers, plus hot dogs, poutine & shakes.

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BBQ CENTRAL

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Ribs, baked beans, mac and cheese and collard greens are served in this casual spot also offering soul food dishes like fried turkey wings.

13300 Seven Mile W (Detroit)

Ribs, baked beans, mac and cheese and collard greens are served in this casual spot also offering soul food dishes like fried turkey wings.

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Smokehouse featuring brisket, pulled pork, ribs and fried chicken plus mac 'n' cheese.

Robert C Valade Park 2670, 2670 Atwater St (Detroit)

Smokehouse featuring brisket, pulled pork, ribs and fried chicken plus mac 'n' cheese.

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Le Suprême

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French fare such as steak frites and beef bourguignon is served in this classy space in the Book Tower.

Book Tower, 1265 Washington Blvd Ste 200 (Detroit)

French fare such as steak frites and beef bourguignon is served in this classy space in the Book Tower.

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Oak & Reel

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Sophisticated destination featuring an acclaimed chef crafting Italian pasta & seafood dishes.

2921 E Grand Blvd (Detroit)

Sophisticated destination featuring an acclaimed chef crafting Italian pasta & seafood dishes.

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Dime Store

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Hip, airy spot offering creative spins on brunch favorites, plus craft beer and classic cocktails.

719 Griswold St #180 (Detroit)

Hip, airy spot offering creative spins on brunch favorites, plus craft beer and classic cocktails.

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Sophisticated restaurant and lounge specializing in sushi and other Asian dishes.

511 Woodward Ave Ste 100 (Detroit)

Sophisticated restaurant and lounge specializing in sushi and other Asian dishes.

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San Morello

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Hip, trendy Italian restaurant preparing wood-fired pizza and handmade pasta with seasonal ingredients.

1400 Woodward Ave (Detroit)

Hip, trendy Italian restaurant preparing wood-fired pizza and handmade pasta with seasonal ingredients.

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Slider joint with a chill vibe serves bite-sized eats with global flavors & bottled beers.

2200 W Lafayette Blvd (Detroit)

Slider joint with a chill vibe serves bite-sized eats with global flavors & bottled beers.

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Old-world Italian eatery boasts lively brunch & a cozy space with arched windows & a garden patio.

17546 Woodward Ave (Detroit)

Old-world Italian eatery boasts lively brunch & a cozy space with arched windows & a garden patio.

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A carefully sourced menu of breakfast & lunch fare including vegetarian & vegan picks in cozy digs.

1266 Michigan Ave (Detroit)

A carefully sourced menu of breakfast & lunch fare including vegetarian & vegan picks in cozy digs.

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Veteran fast-food joint serving burgers, sliders & hot dogs 24 hours a day.

6820 Michigan Ave (Detroit)

Veteran fast-food joint serving burgers, sliders & hot dogs 24 hours a day.

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Slows To Go

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Barbecue standards plus sides, soups & salads in a takeout-only offshoot of a local restaurant.

4107 Cass Ave (Detroit)

Barbecue standards plus sides, soups & salads in a takeout-only offshoot of a local restaurant.

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Stylish parlor serving old-fashioned pizzas with classic toppings, plus sliders, pasta, and spirits.

1230 Library St (Detroit)

Stylish parlor serving old-fashioned pizzas with classic toppings, plus sliders, pasta, and spirits.

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Mom's Spaghetti

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Offbeat window-serve eatery whipping up large portions of spaghetti, plus spaghetti sandwiches.

2131 Woodward Ave (Detroit)

Offbeat window-serve eatery whipping up large portions of spaghetti, plus spaghetti sandwiches.

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Subterranean spot for house & custom patties including Kobe beef & bison with numerous craft beers.

1326 Brush St (Detroit)

Subterranean spot for house & custom patties including Kobe beef & bison with numerous craft beers.

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Long-running chain serving spicy fried chicken & comfort sides in a low-key setting.

4101 3rd Ave (Detroit)

Long-running chain serving spicy fried chicken & comfort sides in a low-key setting.

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The Hudson Cafe

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Clean-lined cafe specializing in updated brunch dishes, with a coffee bar & fireplace lounge area.

1241 Woodward Ave (Detroit)

Clean-lined cafe specializing in updated brunch dishes, with a coffee bar & fireplace lounge area.

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Chic, subway-tiled noodle shop offering ramen-style soups with global flavor combinations.

2601 W Fort St (Detroit)

Chic, subway-tiled noodle shop offering ramen-style soups with global flavor combinations.

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HopCat

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Woodwork-filled brew pub with a massive beer list offering creative pub fare & brunch items.

4265 Woodward Ave (Detroit)

Woodwork-filled brew pub with a massive beer list offering creative pub fare & brunch items.

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Convivial eatery & beer hall dishing up Southern classics such as fried chicken & spoonbread.

3461 Woodward Ave (Detroit)

Convivial eatery & beer hall dishing up Southern classics such as fried chicken & spoonbread.

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Cozy eatery serving a range of soul food faves from collard greens to chicken and waffles, plus wine and beer.

1435 Randolph Street (Detroit)

Cozy eatery serving a range of soul food faves from collard greens to chicken and waffles, plus wine and beer.

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Selden Standard

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Stylish spot for seasonal, locally sourced New American small plates & craft cocktails.

3921 2nd Ave (Detroit)

Stylish spot for seasonal, locally sourced New American small plates & craft cocktails.

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SavannahBlue

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Stylish eatery featuring contemporary soul food, sophisticated cocktails, and a select wine list.

1431 Times Square (Detroit)

Stylish eatery featuring contemporary soul food, sophisticated cocktails, and a select wine list.

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Farmer Frank's

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Specializing in corned beef, this unassuming establishment offers breakfast & lunch fare.

2542 Market St (Detroit)

Specializing in corned beef, this unassuming establishment offers breakfast & lunch fare.

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Bar Pigalle

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Lively option for French eats and cocktails, plus a wine list and brunch menu.

2915 John R St (Detroit)

Lively option for French eats and cocktails, plus a wine list and brunch menu.

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Leña

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Spanish and Mediterranean–inspired cooking featuring seafood staples and small share plates, plus tasting menus, is offered at this…

2720 Brush St (Detroit)

Spanish and Mediterranean–inspired cooking featuring seafood staples and small share plates, plus tasting menus, is offered at this laid-back restaurant. Wine and beer are also served, as are creative cocktails.

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See You Tomorrow

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Cozy counter-serve dishing up breakfast and brunch staples such as chicken and waffles and rosemary potatoes.

7760 Woodward Ave (Detroit)

Cozy counter-serve dishing up breakfast and brunch staples such as chicken and waffles and rosemary potatoes.

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New American fare and craft cocktails in a chic space at the Detroit Foundation Hotel.

250 W Larned St (Detroit)

New American fare and craft cocktails in a chic space at the Detroit Foundation Hotel.

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Family-owned Detroit-style pizzeria serving up top-notch pizzas with unique ingredients.

1331 Holden St #100 (Detroit)

Family-owned Detroit-style pizzeria serving up top-notch pizzas with unique ingredients.

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Sustainably sourced burgers at a restaurant inspired by Pulp Fiction in a restored 1913 building.

4163 Cass Ave (Detroit)

Sustainably sourced burgers at a restaurant inspired by Pulp Fiction in a restored 1913 building.

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Unassuming, family-run eatery serving BBQ ribs, chicken & shrimp, plus Southern sides, since 1984.

19196 Conant (Detroit)

Unassuming, family-run eatery serving BBQ ribs, chicken & shrimp, plus Southern sides, since 1984.

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Nemo's Bar

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Compact, old-school sports tavern features framed sports page clippings & pub fare.

1384 Michigan Ave (Detroit)

Compact, old-school sports tavern features framed sports page clippings & pub fare.

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ADELINA

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Elegant, upscale trattoria plating traditional and modern Italian dishes alongside steaks and Mediterranean fare.

1040 Woodward Ave (Detroit)

Elegant, upscale trattoria plating traditional and modern Italian dishes alongside steaks and Mediterranean fare.

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Trendy restaurant featuring contemporary Italian plates & cocktails in a sophisticated dining room..

438 Selden St (Detroit)

Trendy restaurant featuring contemporary Italian plates & cocktails in a sophisticated dining room..

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Hip spot for creative Vietnamese dishes & full bar options in easygoing surrounds.

4440 Vernor Hwy (Detroit)

Hip spot for creative Vietnamese dishes & full bar options in easygoing surrounds.

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La Feria

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Lively restaurant featuring traditional Spanish small plates as well as wine & cocktails.

4130 Cass Ave (Detroit)

Lively restaurant featuring traditional Spanish small plates as well as wine & cocktails.

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Buddy's Pizza

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Iconic pizza chain (since 1946) known for its square slices & soups, plus other Italian & fast fare.

17125 Conant (Detroit)

Iconic pizza chain (since 1946) known for its square slices & soups, plus other Italian & fast fare.

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Buddy's Pizza

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Iconic pizza chain (since 1946) known for its square slices & soups, plus other Italian & fast fare.

Madison Building, 1565 Broadway St (Detroit)

Iconic pizza chain (since 1946) known for its square slices & soups, plus other Italian & fast fare.

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Cozy, seasonal American dining spot with botanical decor & a craft cocktail list, plus beer & wine.

15 E Kirby St Apt D (Detroit)

Cozy, seasonal American dining spot with botanical decor & a craft cocktail list, plus beer & wine.

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Modern, hip spot for steaks & more alongside beer, wine & craft cocktails from the bar.

47 Watson St (Detroit)

Modern, hip spot for steaks & more alongside beer, wine & craft cocktails from the bar.

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La Lanterna

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Urbane spot for housemade pastas & Neapolitan-style pizzas, plus wine & craft beers.

1224 Griswold St (Detroit)

Urbane spot for housemade pastas & Neapolitan-style pizzas, plus wine & craft beers.

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Slows Bar BQ

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Slow cooked meats paired with hearty sides & craft beers aplenty in a cozy, rustic space.

2138 Michigan Ave (Detroit)

Slow cooked meats paired with hearty sides & craft beers aplenty in a cozy, rustic space.

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Casual takeout featuring a wide array of sauces and dry rubs for wings.

18743 Mack Ave (Detroit)

Casual takeout featuring a wide array of sauces and dry rubs for wings.

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Parc

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Elevated Detroit cuisine with a vast wine list offered in a chic, modern space in an urban park.

800 Woodward Ave (Detroit)

Elevated Detroit cuisine with a vast wine list offered in a chic, modern space in an urban park.

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