This place is always boomin! We didn't have a reservation so we had about an hour wait but the host staff were very friendly. Once we sat down, our server had waters at our table already and was quick to come take our drink orders. My friend ordered the very berry Bellini and loved it, so she ordered a second one. She gave it a 10/10. My other friend ordered a breakfast margarita - she gave it an 8/10. For food, we ordered the traditional meal with red velvet pancakes. She rated it a 9/10. My friend ordered house made corned beef hash with eggs, & cheese grits (gave it a 9/10) the grits needed some salt & pepper; and a Cinnabunn pancake (we give that a 12/10). The pancake was fire!!! I tasted a piece and wanted to order my own. My other friend ordered the crème brule chicken & waffles - she gave it a 9/10. I ordered an egg white omelet with turkey sausage, chicken, spinach & bell peppers. It was good but a little too runny for my liking. It came with fruit and whole wheat bread. I asked for strawberry jam and they brought me a homemade strawberry sauce that was soooo good! I give my meal an 7.5/10. Overall, the place is cute and pretty spacious with lots of seating. I would definitely come back and order some other items from the menu! read more

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Snagged last minute reservations for brunch and were promptly seated! We ordered a variety of items: Red Velvet pancakes ($16), Salmon Croquettes ($11), Traditional Benedicts ($15), Bacon Jam Omelete ($17.5), House made Corned Beef Hash ($17), and Very Berry Stuffed French Toast ($16). We felt like we had the perfect amount of savory and sweet items for the table. The salmon Croquettes were thick, the French Toast was sliced thick and fluffy, the corned beef hash had a crunchy bite to it and our eggs were made perfectly. We barely had any leftovers after sharing among 4 people. We felt like the portions and flavors fit the prices! read more

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Hudson Cafe was the perfect place to duck into on what felt like the coldest day in December. We sat right across from the new Hudson building with the Hudson teddy bear in view, which added to the holiday vibes. Our server, Daniel, was excellent. He stayed friendly and flexible even when we changed an item after ordering, and he handled 5+ tables like a pro. We ordered the Baja Cali Omelette with fruit and a side of pancakes, plus the Green Machine Omelette. Both omelettes were about a 3 out of 5. The eggs were overcooked, likely because they cook large portions at once, so they stay on the heat too long. It ends up giving the eggs a slightly cakey texture and some wateriness as the proteins break down. The Green Machine is very healthy, but the broccoli and other veggies inside add extra moisture and end up steaming the chicken that had been nicely seared. The portions are generous; I would just tweak how the omelettes are built. Just a note that the guacamole was a bit too citrusy (maybe citric acid to preserve?) as well. Coffee was fresh ground and genuinely good. The star of the meal was the pancakes. Fluffy, buttery, with a hint of cinnamon (maybe from the syrup), they were an easy 5 out of 5 and the best item of the morning. We would definitely come back just to explore more of their pancake options. read more

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My husband and I came in for breakfast on a Wednesday and the restaurant was decently busy! We ordered huevos rancheros, voodoo Benedict and the Cinnamon bun pancakes with cream cheese frosting. Food was very good, portions were big and service was quick! read more

The Hudson Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Here because of high Yelp ratings. Atmosphere is amazing along with great service! Great selections beyond the normal. Got Voodoo Benedict, breakfast Old Fashioned and Shrimp and Grits. All was great! My boy got the chicken and waffles. They also do Military discounts! read more

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My wonderful girlfriend Val brought me to Hudson Café for my birthday, and wow--what a great choice! The inside is clean, modern, and super inviting. Now, when I go to brunch, I can never just order one thing, lol. So we went all in: the Bacon Jam Omelette, two orders of the Strawberry Shortcake French Toast, and cheese grits. For drinks, we both tried the Drunkin Teddy. Let's start with that omelette... absolutely incredible. Perfectly cooked, and the flavors of the bacon, cheese, and habanero jam were something completely new for me--unique, delicious, and something I'd happily eat again (and again). Val has been to Hudson Café before and always orders the Mexican Omelette, and even she said this one is her new favorite. That's saying something! The French toast? Oh man. Total treat. I thought it might be too much, but it was actually perfectly balanced--not overly sweet, with just the right mix of fruit and dessert vibes. Very much enjoyed. The cheese grits were solid, though not over the top. I couldn't finish them at the table, but they were good enough to take home for later. As for the Drunkin Teddy, breakfast cocktails aren't usually my first pick, but it sounded interesting, so we gave it a shot. It definitely has a kick--strong for me, but to be fair, it was before 5 p.m., lol. Still tasty and paired well with the food. Overall, I'll definitely be returning... and I'm already thinking about that omelette! read more

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I was in Detroit for the weekend and Yelp helped me identify The Hudson Cafe as a place to grab brunch. Per the reviews, on the weekends it's best to make a reservation so that is what I did, and I am glad as I didn't have to wait and I was seated immediately. Julius was my server and he was charming, cool, and knowledgeable! He suggested I order the bacon jam omelette. I also ordered a mimosa. My meal came and wow--it was a huge portion! It came with the omelette, breakfast potatoes, and two pancakes! The bacon jam omelette was surprisingly delicious! It was savory and sweet. It was way too much food for me to eat it all but I did my best! If in Detroit, check out Hudson Cafe! read more

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The service here was really wonderful. We opted to sit at the small bar and the bartender was happy to offer suggestions and chat with us. We shared the Florentine Benedict with Cheesy Grits. The grits were the star, which is such a strange thing to say. Everything was fresh and hot. I'd return here for a delicious meal in a heartbeat. read more

The Hudson Cafe - Florentine Benedict with Cheesy Grits $15.00 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Our family stopped in here during our vacation around brunch-time. Wait was long as we didn't have reservations, but line moved efficiently. Service from host to server: friendly and attentive. Food was SO LEGIT. Wings!? Omg. Perfection. Pancakes, omelette, potatoes with cheddar (reco from server): alllll delightful. All four of us scarfed our meals. read more

I dropped in for a quick breakfast before a day at a conference. I arrived minutes after opening and there were already a handful of tables occupied. My only option was to sit at the bar. The server was nice enough, but was also trying to enjoy her breakfast between serving. I ordered the traditional with house potatoes, eggs, ham, and pancakes. The pancakes were soft and a little sugary, the eggs were cooked well, and the ham was juicy. I wasn't a fan of the potatoes. They were cooked fine, probably fried, but they were tasteless. I ate my leftovers during my lunch break and most of the food held its texture and taste, except for the potatoes. They were like leftover fries - soggy with no flavor. The food is really good here, just stay away from the breakfast potatoes. If I return to Detroit for another business trip, that'll be my game plan. read more

The Hudson Cafe - The Traditional w/ house potatoes, scrambled eggs, ham, and buttermilk pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

The moment we walked into the restaurant, we realized how important it is to have a reservation because they were PACKED! So, my main recommendation is to make a reservation, and to make sure you get there on time/slightly early. There isn't a lot of standing room inside the restaurant to wait to be seated, so don't arrive super early. Also, you WON'T be seated until your entire party arrives, so make sure your chronically late friends gets there on time, or you'll be forced to stand aside until they arrive. We were seated inside the restaurant but saw there were some outdoor seating available as well. The inside is lively with conversations and people. I think the restaurant is well lit and creates an energetic and bright environment - just what you need with your morning coffee. We had a wonderful and fun waitress. She made the ordering process very smooth and easy. We also felt like we received our food very quickly - or maybe we were deep into conversation and that made time pass by quickly. The food was delicious and very filling. My partner mentioned that the Huevos Rancheros was really good, spicy, and large enough for him to have some for later! And, I enjoyed my traditional breakfast with cheesy grits. The flavors worked so well, and the highlight of my plate was the cheesy grits read more

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Reservations are recommended for The Hudson Cafe located in Downtown Detroit near the former location of the famous Hudson store. I'm thankful we had reservations for our party of ten. We were seated right away although the restaurant was bustling for a Friday morning. Even some DPD staff were taking timeout for a good breakfast/lunch. The restaurant is pretty large and accommodating for our large party. They also have patio dining available on the sidewalk of Woodward Avenue for a view of the bustling downtown area. The food was great! No one in our party ordered the same meal. We had tons of food on our table. I had the plain french toast, bacon and a caramel latte. The warm syrup decanter and plenty of butter made it way more than just plain. Tip: Park in the Metroplis garage. You scan for your validation at the hostess station for 3 hours of free parking with the parking garage just south of restaurant and around the corner. Note: If you plan to visit other businesses, you will forfeit your validation after the 3 hours. Although other businesses offer validation, Metropolis garage does not allow stacking of validations. So park accordingly. read more

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This place is always packed and I know why, the food is amazing and service is very good as well. It has a cool Detroit vibe to it and a really cool bar area too right when you walk in to the right. They have great selections of drinks too. I've been here several times and I never leave disappointed. read more

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Outdoor dining where a dog was welcome was hard to find (maybe because it is a national holiday.) Table service was not available outside but I was able to order food to go and sit on the front patio. Named for the former Detroit based Hudson department store across the street. My parents ordered a vegetarian omelette, it came with a side of cottage potatoes, and a pancake both they did not want. Perfect for me, I chose to make that my meal but up charged to the Cinnabon pancakes and added a side of bacon. Very tasty and very busy with every table full, and constant turn over of happy customers. read more

The Hudson Cafe - Cinnabon pancake side for an up charge - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Since its inception in 2011, Hudson Cafe has been one of the more popular brunch spots in the Metro Detroit area. The original location is in Detroit on Woodward, but there are also locations in Northville and Troy. There is usually a wait to dine in. Outdoor seating is an option during the warmer months. I've had the cinnabunn pancakes, churro French toast, and blueberry burger. The pancakes were huge, and topped with a cream cheese frosting. Upon trying them, my wife said they were the best she's ever had. The French toast is my favorite of the 3 dishes. It came with caramel and Nutella for dipping. Of those, I preferred the caramel. The burger and the waffle fries it was served with were both standard. The blueberry sauce gave the burger a unique flavor that made it worth trying. To me, the highlights here are the downtown vibes and the portion sizes. There's plenty of intriguing options on the menu I would like to try, so I look forward to returning in the future. read more

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First time I went, they were too crowded & we could not be seated. So, I was really excited to be able to finally try it this time. It's a casual breakfast spot, nothing fancy but still nicely decorated on the inside. We were seated and our waitress was Dee. She seemed to be in a rush because she kept coming back every few seconds rushing us to place our order. Also, she was not the friendliest even when we were trying to be engaging and understand different items on the menu; Very cut & dry. However, the food made up the lackluster service. We ordered Gluten Free pancakes with bacon, and bacon jam crepes. We also ordered the fruit cup, chicken tenders & fries for my niece. I can't forget about the drinks. We ordered the mango mimosas & some featured cocktail with strawberry & gin. The drinks were delicious and well-made. The bacon jam crepe was surprisingly good. I wasn't sure about the combination of ingredients but it worked out well. It was the perfect balance of sweet & savory. Almost tasted like a bbq rib. lol I know, but it was good. The gluten free pancakes were huge, but just okay, nothing special. Overall, I would say a solid 3.5 stars. I will go back just to give it another shot & try more items off the menu. read more

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The restaurant offered lively service, bright environment and tasty food! City favorite!

The food here is excellent!!! SO delicious!!! I took my boyfriend here because breakfast is his favorite meal and he loved his corned beef hash with a side of pancakes. My Huevos Rancheros were fantastic!! Definitely a nice spicy kick to them, especially with the salsa verde and chorizo. Friendly and attentive service. Spacious interior and good vibes. They have a full bar too. I definitely want to come back and order more things. read more

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This place was just OK to me , I do like the fact that I was able to make a reservation and get seated almost immediately. I came here while on a trip to Detroit and was excited to try the food based off of reviews and a suggestion someone had gave me but I was not impressed. I ordered the French toast Monte Cristo and home potatoes with a side of sausage links . The potatoes tasted old and bland so I sent them back and got waffle fries instead . The Monte Cristo was aight, nothing to write home about and the links were good . The fries that they brought out were fresh and they still didn't taste amazing they were just ok. The place was packed so it seems to be a popular spot but I'm a brunch connoisseur and this place wasn't worth it . I also had to pay for parking since it was downtown. I can say that the server was very attentive something I can appreciate. read more

The Hudson Cafe - French toast Monte Cristo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

A great place! Delicious food and their portions are large. I've had a couple breakfast items, a delicious burger and their maurice salad. My favorite would be their maurice salad tho! They make a really tasty bloody mary too. There's not tons of close parking but the lot is free which is nice. They are super nice so go pay them a visit! Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambience: 4/5 (a bit cramped and loud for me) read more

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Expect a wait. Not a bad one, just go get some coffee or something. Pretty loud but it's because it's busy. Great brunch destination. Outstanding portions! Everything was very well balanced and the GULTEN FREE OPTIONS ARE CELIAC FRIENDLY. Literally no complaints. read more

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My family had a disappointing experience at the Troy Hudson Cafe on May 3 during my wife's birthday brunch, and I'm sharing this to give management clear visibility into what happened. We arrived at 10:37 a.m. and were quoted a 30‑minute wait. We were added to the automated waitlist, which my wife checked periodically. It never reflected our true position in line. Despite waiting more than an hour, we were never seated, even as multiple parties who arrived after us were seated, finished their meals, and left. When we asked for clarification, we were told we were "next," but additional parties continued to be seated ahead of us. Only later did the host team mention a priority system for reservations, which had not been communicated earlier and was not reflected in the waitlist. The lack of transparency made it impossible to understand where we actually stood in line. We ultimately left at 11:55 a.m. and were seated at Granite City by noon. I've reached out to Hudson Café leadership and have also sent a letter to the Troy management team so they have the full account. I'm sharing this here as well because we've enjoyed Hudson Café in the past, and I hope these issues can be addressed for future guests. read more

Probably worth a wait. We walked past this place our first morning in Detroit because I really don't like people and it was out the door busy. Second day we were up early and ready to face the world. Seated right away we had an amazing server that knew we were from out of town and was very friendly. I had the Voo Doo Benedict and will be back for another. We sat next to a kid and his dad. They remembered serving him a waffle the previous year and definitely didn't disappoint him this year. That personal touch alone speaks volumes about an establishment. read more

The chicken and waffles were amazing but the burger was just like any other burger. This place can get really crowded so a reservation or getting early is a must! Service can take a while if it's crowded but overall it's a great place to get brunch read more

The Hudson Cafe - Fried Chicken & Waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Hudson Cafe is a great spot for brunch in the city with a warm, welcoming vibe and attentive service. I ordered a dirty chai latte, and it was easily the highlight of my meal--rich and perfectly spiced. I also had the smashed avocado toast with house potatoes. The avocado toast was decent--fresh and nicely presented, but nothing particularly standout in terms of flavor. The house potatoes, though, were delicious--crispy, well-seasoned, and super satisfying. Overall, a solid brunch experience. I'd definitely come back, especially for the drinks! read more

The Hudson Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

I can't believe this is the first time I'm writing about the Hudson Cafe! First off, it is the #1 Brunch spot in the city, hands down! They offer the most unique options for omelettes, which I love! They also have a fantastic menu for the sweeter things in life like the pancakes, waffles, and crepes! This place is always on slam so be prepared to wait. Lucky for me, my friend is kind of a local celebrity in these parts....he just might have his own table! #winning read more

The Hudson Cafe - Yummm - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Breakfast is so good here... the two times I went I enjoyed everything I ate. The service was good as well. We were staying near by so we didn't have to park at the parking structure. Because there is no where on the street to park. The very berry stuff french toast is my favorite also the cinnamon toast crunch coffee read more

I got here a little after 10:30a, there was already a wait. I sat outside while I waited for service. After 10-15 mins I noticed a seat available at the bar. The bartender/server took my drink/food order promptly. I ordered a vegetarian omelet with house potatoes, a side of toast, and a passion fruit Bellini. The portions were enough to feed two people. In fact, I saved half for breakfast the following day. The food was good, not overly seasoned. Overall I enjoyed my experience. read more

The Hudson Cafe - Vegetarian Omelet with house potatoes. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

I pretty much always have a good experience here, typically service is good, I have had a couple bad servers but overall the service is great. The food can sometimes be a hit or miss. I had the grits but I didn't taste any seasoning, so I didn't eat that. But overall everything else is great. I will return read more

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We were from L.A. visiting my sister and wanted to wander around downtown for lunch. They recommended this restaurant and glad they did! My wife and I got a salad and a Green Machine and the food was very good. Ian was an excellent server and refilled out drinks and checked in to see how we liked the food and more. We were able to see people wandering around Woodward Ave and decided to go on the People Mover after lunch. I'd recommend it as the food was good, the service good and it allowed us to eat and wander around the city. read more

First time here and already love this place - it's satisfies my crave for Wildberry in Chicago! The place is somewhat small so be prepared for a wait for your table. However, the service is excellent and the food comes out incredibly quick. Portions are very generous and they have a good selection of breakfast and lunch options. I had the Huevos Rancheros, I liked this dish but didn't love it. It might have something to do with devouring the very berry pancakes first.. read more

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Their chipotle chicken wrap is delicious, and the waffle fries are sooo good. I came here for brunch and mostly everything was great I just wouldn't suggest the corned beef hash. read more

Tasty food. Good service. Great drinks. Phenomenal location. Place is small so be prepared to wait. I had a group of 10 and our wait was about 45 minutes. We just walked around and did a bit of shopping, then sat outside the restaurant drinking mimosas. They have something for everybody including Gluten free and vegetarian options. read more

I ordered the Churro French Toast, a side of chicken wings, and a lemonade. Lemonade: Very standard, tasted like your typical artificial lemonade--nothing that stood out. Chicken Wings: Cooked nicely and tasted fine, but nothing special or memorable. Churro French Toast: I expected it to be sweet, but it was overwhelmingly so. The cinnamon was overpowering, and it made it hard to enjoy more than a few bites. The cream cheese frosting was sweet as well, but oddly enough, it did help balance the dish slightly--just not enough to make it truly enjoyable. Service & Wait Time: I was told the wait would be around 30 minutes, but it ended up being closer to an hour. That said, the staff were very nice, friendly, and helpful throughout the visit. Overall: The meal was okay, but not impressive. I don't think I'd come back for this dish, and nothing else on the menu really caught my eye either. read more

The Hudson Cafe - Churro French toast and side of 6 wings - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

I did not eat here - I wanted to, but it was not meant to be My review will be based on customer service alone I drove to Detroit, as I regularly do, to eat and shop I parked my car and placed my name on the waitlist. I was told upfront that the wait would be 45 mins. I shopped around the area to pass the time. I kept tabs on the time. I saw online I had one table ahead of me I proceeded to head back To my chagrin, several people, those waiting and those recently walked in were seated ahead of me. I asked not once but 2x why online showed I was next up but the table was never available and I was seeing new parties arriving and placing their name after mine be seated. After waiting an additional 25 mins and watching various tables be sat, I opted to remove my name. I was given a curt "sorry" It was not needed or warranted - I peeped game I won't be back and if you decide to go, pay attention to the treatment you received My money is just as green as the next My AmEx card still works What I won't ever tolerate is disrespect There is never a time limit on disrespect- it's always ongoing read more

I was visiting Detroit for my mom's birthday. Though our waitress was fantastic, the food was just okay. A little on the bland side. Particularly the chicken. However, great location. The ambiance could benefit from some nice music read more

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My fourth time there and again not disappointed with the service and food. Crabcakes and a must try read more

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I'm excited to finally say that I checked The Hudson Cafe off of my brunch bucket list! My friends and I decided to try The Hudson Cafe in Troy, just bc it is a convenient location that is neutral to us, and we didn't want to bother with parking in downtown Detroit. I'm not sure the location size in Detroit, but I will say that the location in Troy is smaller than what I expected. Other than that, I had an very good experience! Our waitress was great, very attentive and professional, and gave great suggestions. I ended up trying the Salmon Croquettes, which came with eggs of choice and grits. My friends ordered other food options, such as pancakes, eggs, bacon and grits. My other friend received a free order of waffles to go, as we were celebrating her birthday. So I thought that was very nice! Overall, a very good experience! And I will definitely return to try more food options! read more

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Came here for breakfast last Saturday and we were thrilled. Their menu seems quite familiar if you've been to Jagged Fork and we're big fans of Jagged Fork. Big menu, tons of great options. I went with the s'mores french toast, which is jut incredibly delicious. I often split this with my wife when we go to Jagged Fork, and we get a savory dish for our second, but this time I went all in on the s'mores. Super sweet and so delicious. Service was super friendly and quick, and the iced lattes were great too. Make sure you have a reservation for this spot because it seemed incredibly popular and many were waiting. read more

The wait on a Sunday morning at 9:30 was only about 35 minutes for 4 people. So we started off better than anticipated. Our server was excellent and gave recommendations when asked. We started with long islands, and 2 mimosas. The mimosas were really good. I got the mango and the mango juice was thick and Luscious! The long islands were mediocre, but the coffee we got after cocktails was divine! The caramel cappuccino especially was amazing. All 4 people loved their meals, corned beef hash was not dry and was flavorful, the eggs Benedict were creamy and not overwhelmed with sauce; the bacon jam omelette was salty, sweet and savory, and the vegetable omelette was well cooked and delish! We were very happy with our choices. We all got potato's and let me just say these potato's are perfect. They are crispy without being greasy, and with a little added pepper are amazing. We will be back again and again. read more

The Hudson Cafe - Bacon Jam Omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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