The best restaurants in North of Detroit

Family-run pizzeria featuring classic options such as Chicago-style pies in a casual setting.

11570 15 Mile Rd (Sterling Heights)

Casual restaurant serving Mexican fare such as sopes and street tacos in a stylish setting.

32758 Grand River Ave (Farmington)

Venerable family-owned restaurant known for its fried chicken, hearty breakfasts & local ice cream.

21300 Novi Rd (Northville)

Upscale mainstay for regional Italian cuisine in rustic, romantic surrounds with European paintings.

146 Maincentre (Northville)

Pastas, fish & other Italian entrees served in a small, warm cafe tucked away in a strip mall.

26139 Novi Rd (Novi)

Casual chain eatery serving Mexican favorites alongside margaritas and other drinks such as margaritas, cocktails, wine and beer.

33200 Grand River Ave (Farmington)

Seasonal American fare & a diverse wine list in a polished, softly lit space with sidewalk seating.

155 S Bates St #201 (Birmingham)

Casual strip-mall restaurant providing Japanese & Korean staples, with a sushi bar & lunch specials.

34788 Van Dyke Ave (Sterling Heights)

Casual Mexican joint serving classic dishes & margaritas in a colorful, upbeat atmosphere.

38503 W 10 Mile Rd (Farmington Hills)

Sumptuous Italian chophouse at a golf course known for its minestrone soup & elegant vibe.

27925 Golf Pointe Blvd (Farmington Hills)

Italian-fare pick famous for 7-course, family-style meals boasts a dinner-theater space next door.

108 E Main St (Northville)

Elegant eatery in an apple orchard serves handmade pasta alongside produce & herbs grown on-site

30715 W 10 Mile Rd (Farmington Hills)

Casual, small restaurant serving Mexican comfort food such as tacos and birria.

30746 Grand River Ave (Farmington)

Ghost Modern Mexican is the kind of spot where dinner feels like a mini party this week, thanks to a modern Mexican menu, fresh cuisine,…

44911 Woodward Ave (Pontiac)

USDA Prime cuts aged 29 days, jet-fresh seafood, and an award-winning wine list make Prime29 Steakhouse a neighborhood gem worth planning…

6545 Orchard Lake Rd (West Bloomfield Township)

J Bird Smoked Meats is bringing Texas-style smoke to Keego Harbor with big flavor and family-style platters that make weeknight dinners way…

1978 Cass Lake Rd (Keego Harbor)

Casual restaurant featuring Vietnamese fare such as pho, noodle dishes, and fried rice, plus Wi-Fi.

28308 Telegraph Rd (Southfield)

Upmarket American fare & cocktails served in a retro-inspired roadhouse with a car motif & a patio.

1727 S Telegraph Rd (Bloomfield Township)

Warm establishment featuring craft cocktails, wine by the glass and small plate eats.

117 Willits St (Birmingham)

Casual eatery serving ramen soups plus Katsu, noodles, rice dishes and curries.

43289 Garfield Rd (Clinton Township)

Landmark, old-school eatery serving American, French, Italian & raw-bar fare in upscale-rustic digs.

39556 Woodward Ave (Bloomfield Hills)

Casual Japanese restaurant serving popular sushi rolls, plus wine, beer, sake, and cocktails.

2079 S Telegraph Rd (Bloomfield Hills)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

1981 S Telegraph Rd (Bloomfield Hills)

Casual tavern chain with a sports-bar atmosphere serving comfort-food favorites & a long beer list.

42874 Woodward Ave (Bloomfield Hills)

Casual restaurant serving breakfast and lunch in a comfy setting.

951 S Opdyke Rd (Auburn Hills)

Casual, family-run kitchen serving Vietnamese & Thai staples, including pho, fresh rolls & curries.

30577 Dequindre Rd (Madison Heights)

Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.

43173 Woodward Ave (Bloomfield Hills)

Homey Thai eatery serving familiar curries, noodle dishes and fried rice.

2436 Franklin Rd (Bloomfield Township)

Down-to-earth trattoria serving an array of Italian comfort food, along with cocktails & wine.

2080 Walnut Lake Rd (West Bloomfield Township)

Counter-serve Mexican restaurant offering quick bites such as tacos and burritos in a casual space.

1416 Walton Blvd. Ste A (Rochester Hills)

Traditional American dishes are served at this long-standing diner decorated with art & antiques.

6638 Telegraph Rd (Bloomfield Hills)

Pizzeria serving baked-to-order pizza plus lasagna, salads and pasta in an airy, laid-back setting.

6690 Orchard Lake Rd (West Bloomfield Township)

Whimsical breakfast joint serving omelettes, waffle dishes and savory sides in a cozy setting.

47363 Van Dyke Ave (Shelby Township)

Diner dishing up classic American eats, plus desserts, and cocktails, in a casual setting.

39475 Woodward Ave (Bloomfield Hills)

Relaxed operation in a shopping center featuring a sushi bar along with other Japanese specialties.

6159 Haggerty Rd (West Bloomfield Township)

Strip-mall outpost featuring sushi rolls, noodle dishes & other Japanese eats in a simple interior.

42656 Woodward Ave (Bloomfield Hills)

Casual sushi joint offering combination platters & classic Korean eats in a strip-mall setting.

41860 Garfield Rd (Clinton Township)

Popular eatery for Italian fare such as pasta, pizza, cheesecake and wine.

243 E Merrill St (Birmingham)

Casual izakaya dishing up small plates of authentic Japanese cuisine and sake.

6073 Haggerty Rd (West Bloomfield Township)

Basic, counter-serve pizzeria chain popular for its flavored crusts, such as sesame & garlic herb.

3935 Telegraph Rd (Bloomfield Hills)

Sushi bar and hibachi grill spot with a fiery performance area and a refined interior.

5656 W Maple Rd (West Bloomfield Township)

Cafe for breakfast, lunch, and dinner offering healthy and vegetarian options, plus catering.

39533 Woodward Ave Unit 110 (Bloomfield Hills)

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

3637 W Maple Rd (Bloomfield Hills)

Modern restaurant with colorful decor offering Mexican cuisine including tacos & tamales.

6675 Telegraph Rd (Bloomfield Hills)

Compact find for a variety of sushi rolls plus Japanese noodle dishes, bento boxes & sake.

30703 W 12 Mile Rd (Farmington Hills)

American-British tavern known for burgers & battered onion rings draws crowds with ample beer picks.

6745 Orchard Lake Rd (West Bloomfield Township)

Enduring local classic for seafood & steak, plus an extensive wine & cocktail offering.

39475 Woodward Ave (Bloomfield Hills)

Casual spot featuring wings with a variety of sauces, plus comfort food sides.

36741 Van Dyke Ave (Sterling Heights)

Family-owned spot for Vietnamese dishes like pho and Japanese fare such as sushi.

2008 W Big Beaver Rd (Troy)

Kebabs, shawarma, falafel & other Mediterranean favorites served in relaxed environs.

43259 Woodward Ave (Bloomfield Hills)

Inventive New American dishes with a global twist, served in a stylish, contemporary space.

3607 W Maple Rd (Bloomfield Hills)

Coal-fired New Haven-style Neapolitan pizzas & a popular lunch buffet pairing pies, salads & pasta.

29275 W 14 Mile Rd (Farmington Hills)

Relaxed eatery for authentic Mexican favorites, plus beer, wine and spirits.

3300 Auburn Rd (Auburn Hills)

Contemporary eatery offering familiar Vietnamese options such as pho & rice & noodle dishes.

30701 Dequindre Rd (Madison Heights)

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

699 W Big Beaver Rd (Troy)

Small, informal cafe specializing in Vietnamese entrees like pho, rice bowls & vermicelli plates.

27861 Orchard Lake Rd Ste B (Farmington Hills)

Casual eatery in the Bloomfield Village Square Shopping Center whipping up sushi and poke bowls for lunch and dinner.

883 W Long Lake Rd (Bloomfield Hills)

Counter-serve pizzeria chain offering a sweet sauce, flavored crusts & a 24-inch option.

6459 Inkster Rd (Bloomfield Hills)

Established spot offering simple Mexican-American dishes, including fajitas, burgers & quesadillas.

2750 Haggerty Rd (West Bloomfield Township)

Sophisticated eatery featuring new twists on American brunch items such as red velvet pancakes.

301 Walnut Blvd (Rochester)

Relaxed eat-in Vietnamese eatery known for fresh-fried banh mi sandwiches and vermicelli bowls.

29200 Dequindre Rd Ste 6 (Warren)

Trendy, comfortable dining spot plating a burger, steak, flatbread and fries, plus handcrafted cocktails.

4135 Orchard Lake Rd (Orchard Lake Village)

Casual Vietnamese eatery serving pho and other authentic fare in large portions.

32341 John R Rd (Madison Heights)

Chic eatery in the historic Edison building offers an Italian-American menu & antique chandeliers.

220 E Merrill St (Birmingham)

New American farm-to-table fine dining restaurant in a woodsy-chic 1700s barn with an open kitchen.

1819 Inverness St (Sylvan Lake)

Casual eatery serving tea drinks & organic versions of classic Thai meals with varying spice levels.

42805 Woodward Ave (Bloomfield Hills)

Italian steakhouse with soaring ceilings serves up homemade pasta & a curated wine list.

6676 Telegraph Rd (Bloomfield Township)

Contemporary restaurant serving creative Japanese fare in a serene, minimalist setting.

21378 Hall Rd (Clinton Township)

Casual pizzeria with pizza and salads.

1087 W Long Lake Rd (Bloomfield Township)

Surf ’n’ turf & sandwiches are on the menu at this casual venue with flat-screens & a warm ambiance.

2262 S Telegraph Rd (Bloomfield Township)

Casual option for sushi, udon and other Asian eats, as well as beers and wines.

4143 Orchard Lake Rd (Orchard Lake Village)

Casual purveyor, specializing in BBQ like ribs, pulled pork, sausage and brisket.

630 E 11 Mile Rd (Madison Heights)

Spacious eatery with cocktails, wines, steaks and pastas served in an upscale dining room.

6199 Orchard Lake Rd (West Bloomfield Township)

Relaxed local chain serving gourmet deep-dish & thin-crust pizzas, plus sandwiches & pasta.

4036 Telegraph Rd (Bloomfield Hills)

Casual eatery serving Italian comfort food including pasta, pizza, and sandwiches.

5548 Drake Rd (West Bloomfield Township)

Casual restaurant serving traditional and boneless wings plus a range of sauces.

1001 Welch Rd #102 (Commerce Township)

Casual, date-night eatery dishing up burgers, seafood, pasta, cocktails and wines.

33080 Northwestern Hwy (West Bloomfield Township)

Elevated European-inspired American fare & a diverse wine list in sophisticated, lively surrounds.

735 Forest Ave (Birmingham)