Loved the Xmas theme (Blitzen's)! Super fun decor and fast service…read more Their take on a cold brew martini was actually pretty good. The pre-made drinks were fairly average but the prices were great and they were moving people along quickly despite being very busy on a Saturday night. 100% will be back for other holiday themes.

What a great way to start the holiday! This festive little place is the right place to have a drink…read morewith a friend or to bring in group. The atmosphere is festive and the bartenders are absolutely wonderful, and the drinks are pretty good too LOL

Food is excellent!!! Especially their bbq! Reminds me of my late mother's cooking! I always order…read morepalabok is ma sarap!

Got the pork and rice. For $16 it was slightly underwhelming. Dry. No extra sauce. Feels like…read moresomething was missing. Service was average at best. Server did not get our waters until late. Did not seem like she cared about the menu. This Filipino restaurant did not live up to the hype yelp made it to be.

What wonderful people with a delicious encounter! I'm in love!…read more One of the true highlights of Festing for us this year, everything we shared was spot on authentic. What a treat! We started with pretzels that were devoured literally in seconds. That required more drink. Then we were hungry again. What a cycle. The wife spoke with Jana and Sean(?) and was thoroughly impressed. Their currywurst was wonderful, the kraut, perfect and the whole experience a great joy. We would love to come back and do it again (I'm so stunned, I'm pinching myself). 10/25

The currywurst is great. The owner is great…read more They are considering upgrading to donerkabobs.

Loved everything about this place. Dropped in around 11, great service from Drea at the bar. Didn't…read moreeat but loved the atmosphere and the service. Watched the food being prepared could tell it was great lol

Went to Dime Store for breakfast and was very happy my first meal in Detroit was soo so good. We…read morehad the Duck Bop Hash and the Corn beef Hash. They were so good. If you know me for real you know that I hardly ever eat all my food. I ate the whole thing with the exception of the English muffin. It was absolutely delicious. My server Nicki was really nice and friendly she told me the Duck was the most popular so I went with that. The caramel chai latte was also very good not too sweet. 10/10 recommend.

I've wanted to check out this market and pop up, but in past years it has been really busy. A…read morefriend and I were able to go on a Friday afternoon and it was the perfect timing. The shops are cute, but small, so to be able to look around there cannot be too many people inside. At the end is the pop up bar/restaurant. We did not eat anything, just had a couple of drinks. The cocktails are in the $13-14 range and are pretty good. The bar tenders are friendly and dressed for the season. Since our timing was good, we were able to actually enjoy the decor and find seats on the leather couches (where are these stored during the year...?) We had a really nice time and would good again on an afternoon.

I went here on a girls night before ice skating at Campus Martius and it was excellent! Nice and…read morewarm inside the tent with fast service. We did have to wait outside for a few minutes as they only allow a certain number of people in at a time. The hot chocolate was delicious and loved the vibe.

I came here tonight with 6 girls for a birthday dinner & I have to share my experience!…read more First off, on the way to the restaurant we called to add a seat & they were so kind about adding!! It was such a nice vibe inside. Hate when nice restaurants have TVs tho. (They have a 15 minute grace period btw) Our waiter, Jordaee, was awesome! He was so attentive to what we needed and took our orders quickly. He did a great job explaining the menu. Now the food -- so so good!!!! The spicy edamame has this sauce that's so good!! The blue fin roll was so so good & the king ora! GET THE GARLIC NOODLES & YAKI UDON! Get it! Don't skip! (Get the tenderloin in the yaki We were all having a great time. Here's my only qualm: We were there for a birthday and we paid for the dessert..... I totally thought it would be comped or something. We would have skipped the cake if we knew tbh. That was our only skip of the meal. Also, the manager or owner (idk) his name is Mo! He was so kind! Came to us when he saw we were done eating because he thought we didn't like the food. We were just waiting for boxes, don't worry Mo! We loved the food! Come here, but beware you'll spend money. But it's good!

Some meals begin with promise. Others deliver on it. My evening at Zuzu managed to do both with…read morejust enough intrigue along the way to keep things interesting. The experience opened with the ube tacos, which I can only describe as a delightful and unexpected introduction. They set the tone beautifully: playful, vibrant, and full of personality. The kind of dish that makes you pause mid-bite and think, okay... we might be in for something special here. Then came the jalapeño hamachi, which -- and I say this with a heavy heart -- didn't quite rise to the occasion. It wasn't bad, but it felt... quiet. Like a conversation that had potential but never quite found its voice. I was expecting a spark, a kick, a memorable moment, but instead, it passed by politely without leaving much of an impression. It was okay, and I enjoyed tasting this roll. But just when I began to wonder where the night would ultimately land, the Ora King salmon arrived, and with it, redemption. This dish was, quite simply, fantastic. A clean, refreshing punch of flavor that felt perfectly suited for a warm spring day. The salmon didn't just sit on the plate - it shined. Light yet satisfying, delicate yet confident. It was the kind of dish that reminds you why you go out to eat in the first place. Overall, Zuzu delivered an experience that felt intentional, creative, and worth exploring. A perfect place to celebrate an anniversary with my Love. Not every note hit perfectly, but when it did, it sang. And to close the night on the highest of notes, a special shoutout to our waitress, Que B, whose service was nothing short of exceptional. Attentive, caring, and effortlessly warm; the kind of presence that turns a great meal into a memorable experience. Would I return? Absolutely. Because any place that can serve a moment like that salmon and pair it with service like that is a place worth revisiting.

I found Chubby Panda on Instagram. After looking at various posts and reading more about the…read morebusiness and its owner, I decided to try it. The "Detroit street food" carryout counter is located inside of a gas station on Clark & Vernor in Southwest Detroit. There is signage outside, on the Clark Street side of the building. Inside the gas station, there is a sign for another food business. I thought that I was at the wrong location, but went outside and called the phone number listed on Instagram. The gentleman that answered the number, which turned out to be the gas station phone number, assured me that I was at the right place. I went back in, snapped few pics, and ordered. I wanted to try something exciting, but I wasn't sure what to get. I settled on a shrimp tempura taco and crunchy crab legs. My order totaled just shy of $30. The fried crab legs reminded me of mozzarella sticks. I only took a few bites. The snack seemed to be imitation krab. It came with seasoned fries and three different dipping sauces. It's a really kool snack item, but I don't think I'd order it again. The taco was more to my liking. It's essentially a deconstructed sushi roll. The tempura shrimp, sauces and cucumber sit on a bed of sushi rice on top of a fried wonton wrapper. It looked super cool and was very tasty. The dish was topped with crunchies. The menu is small and kitschy with fusion-style snacks. My carryout bag was packed with care and included a few Andes chocolate mints. I'll support the owner again trying other items and will share it with others.

The food and services were impeccable! I highly recommend... The ambiance was also great.read more

Location: This restaurant is located in the lower level of a building called The Ribbon. Parking is…read moreavailable on the street or in a lot beside the building (across Kensington, not adjacent). The space as bright and spacious. Definitely good for parties of all sizes. It's casual enough for a quick bite, but also cute enough for a date night. We had a reservation and the hostess promptly seated us. Our waitress took our order promptly and answered all of our questions. THE FOOD. Omg. We ordered the Groundnut Stew and the Roasted Goat Shank and both were incredibly yummy. The stew was served with white rice that was divine with the sauce. The Goat shank was paired with a flavorful rice ( herby with onions). Both came with perfectly fried ripe plantains. We will definitely be back!

Detroit pop shop does popsicles right!…read more That would be my hope since that's what they're all about but now after finally trying one, I can attest to it. Their popsicles bring regular store bought popsicles to shame. I don't think I can ever go back now. We had an employee celebration at work this past week since Henry Ford Health System was celebrating their centennial and Detroit pop shop was there handing out free popsicles. Yeah! Normally they're $3. They had a sugar free one available but I opted for the one with sugar. I believe it was blueberry raspberry and it was delicious! It was super flavorful, not overly sweet, and perfect for a hot summer night out. They are smaller than your average popsicle which is a bummer. However, you can tell they're quality. I will definitely keep an eye out for them next time I'm at Eastern Market or I might have to stop by Parker Street Market (great little market that sells only Michigan made food/drinks!) in the West Village to try some of their other flavors. Hello watermelon basil? I've got my sights on you.

Whether I'm at the Rust Belt or Eastern Market, if I see the Detroit Pop Shop, I stop and get a…read morepopsicle. Usually one with booze in it. Actuall, always one with booze in it. The tequila sunrise has a nice kick and real watermelon flavor in other varieties including with basil or vodka is always refreshing. The owner is always a joy to talk to when purchasing my pop. See you soon Detroit Pop Shop!