We went here because I was given a gift card and had a great time! I made reservations for 3:00 the same day, but there was no need, because if the weird time of day. Our server was so kind and helpful with my husband's odd allergy. They made sure he knew exactly what he was eating. Our soup and salad were very delicious, but very small portions. We both had the kids grilled cheese and then shared a browned butter chocolate chip cookie. The setting is cute and a little quirky. It's not very close to home, so I don't think I'll be back. I did enjoy my lunch and I really liked how it was very clear that the food was fresh and homemade. read more

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We went to the Rind last night after talking about it for months following a visit to Mongers Provisions (the store that The Rind is inside of). It was a lovely experience and the food was for the most part very delicious. Service was friendly and good but a tad on the slow side (not our server's fault, they seemed pretty busy and I think she may have been the only waitress working, so she was absolutely juggling a ton). They were out of the "pretty potatoes" which was disappointing because they sounded super delicious. The restaurant is a little dark and when very busy can get a little loud. The three women at the table next to us were having a very loud conversation (of which I picked up every word) and I could barely hear my fiancé, which I didn't love, so the acoustics are a bit odd. That being said, the decor and vibe is very home-y and everyone that works there was very pleasant and lovely, from the hostess to the man that refilled our waters. We got the charcuterie plate (selected two cheeses and two meats; comes accompanied by fig jam, mustard, sardinian crackers, and cornichons), the caesar salad, the short rib, the arctic char, and the olive oil cake for dessert. All of the food was really exceptional and delicious except I found the short rib to be a tad dry. We each ordered a cocktail, I got a spritzer and my fiancé got a seasonal Pimm's cup-type cocktail that used house-made cranberry syrup. They can accommodate gluten free diets easily which is also a plus. Overall, we will absolutely be coming back!I want to try that Wagyu Pastrami Reuben! read more

I've been to The Rind several times but finally getting around to reviewing it, and I'm glad I've waited because they've made some serious improvements. The seating area now feels like a legit place to have dinner (it used to feel more like a diner tbh). They also have real wine glasses now -- I used to hate the stemless ones they used before. Very welcome changes. The wine selection is good, though definitely leaning towards the natty side -- not necessarily a bad thing but worth mentioning for those considering this place. BTG pricing is a bit high but bottle pricing is reasonable. Food is outstanding. Last night, I shared the jamón iberico, bread & butter, pretty potatoes, a salad, and short rib with some friends. All were delicious but the pretty potatoes stole the show. Service is friendly and helpful. Overall, I really like this place and it's the rare one that has actually improved over time. read more

The Rind - Wine Bars Near Me - Berkley, Michigan

A culinary experience all round. The staff are knowledgeable and friendly and know the menu intimately and it's a fun vibe - especially on a Friday night. Great wine pairings with cheeses and it's a great combo with the store adjacent - after dinner we bought many delicious items for our weekend brunch. read more

This was my first time at the Rind even though I live locally. Cheese isn't my fave thing. With that said, I enjoyed the Caesar salad and added bacon to it. The croissants were amazing and the mocha was so good. Cute and casual place. Good selection if you like charcuterie boards. read more

The Rind - Wine Bars Near Me - Berkley, Michigan

Just want to update a review i did about a year ago, but this time I'd like to focus on on GREAT The Rind is for small groups of 5-10. The environment is open and welcoming. The positive, hospitable staff are a real pull for regulars. This evening our kind server was willing to move a table or two to be accommodating. The cocktails are consistently good. Wines are interestingly global and good. The food is inspired. My Caesar Salad with Boquerones (yummy pickled, anchovy fillets) was excellent! Highly recommended! read more

The Rind - Caesar Salad with Boquerones - Wine Bars Near Me - Berkley, Michigan

Ok this place was so much cuter in person than I anticipated! I am still thinking about the sardine wallpaper. Ordered the house spritz and split a charcuterie board with friends. Small(er) servings but everything was extremely high quality. Favorites were the crackers, manchego, and jam. Would def recommend if you're looking for a darker moody intimate setting read more

The Rind - Charcuterie (5) - Toscana, prosciutto, manchego, brebis, red rock - Wine Bars Near Me - Berkley, Michigan

What an exciting place to have in the Berkley/RO neighborhood! We loved the concept of a cheese shop + restaurant. the vibe was bright and hip, not too busy but busy enough even on a weeknight. the server was friendly and kind and took their time to walk us through the menu. there are daily offerings that are different, such as the burger and the beet salad, which we went for and enjoyed. the cheese plate and wine selection was also delicious. this is definitely a favorite of mine, especially because we got to visit the store after dinner and got to buy some of our favorite ingredients/snacks from our trip to europe; double 0 flour for pasta, spanish paprika, and some crackers! cannot wait to come back. read more

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The high end dining area attached to the Monger deli/grocery store. Very high prices, for the drinks and food. $18 cocktails and $90 dinners. They are charging Freya or other Beard level prices. Lunch is much more reasonable. read more

Some friends invited us to dinner here and we were thrilled to join them! At first glance, the menu seemed a bit unusual, but it was fun to try a variety of different things. Our server, Zane, was amazing! He walked us through the whole menu and gave us a bunch of great suggestions. We started with a cheese and charcuterie plate which was excellent. Then, we saw the table next to us eating something that looked fantastic. Zane told us it was the Pretty Potatoes so we ordered that and it tasted even better than it looked! We shared the beef and fish dishes and they both had excellent flavor. Then, we topped things off with the Big Bopper, an ice cream sandwich unlike any I have had before. Definitely a great spot in Berkley to try if you have a chance! read more

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We are new residents of Berkley and went to the Rind for the first time tonight. Our server, Echo, was fantastic. She claimed it was her first day on the job and it's hard to believe. She provided wonderful service. Cocktails were delicious wonderful, caviar was wonderful. Looking forward to returning. read more

I wish I could give this place 10 stars!!! I've only eaten here once but it was one of the best food experiences I've ever had. My dining companion and I got the current cheese and charcuterie board which was absolutely fantastic. The high quality of everything presented and how thoughtfully curated the items were was very apparent while enjoying the board. We also go the mushroom toastie which is actually one of the best things I've ever eaten. Like, singing from the mountaintops good. Everything about it was divine. Cooked and seasoned to perfection- the textures and flavors work so well together. We ended our meal with the olive oil cake. Beautifully delicate flavors, not too sweet, moist. Our server was very attentive and knowledgeable about the items offered. The ambiance was very cute and unique- a comfortable space. read more

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Our go to staple for date night! The staff are truly the best and the food is incredible. I read more

The Rind - Potatoes - Wine Bars Near Me - Berkley, Michigan

We've eaten at The Rind twice and both have been incredible experiences. We not only love the food; but also , the experience the entire team provides. It's our current go to restaurant to take visiting family to. We love the ever changing menu and the adjoining shop is amazing too. The ambiance is boisterous and quaint at the same time. We will be back soon! read more

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This place has become our go to local spot. We just moved to Berkley and we are extremely lucky to have such a quality restaurant so close to us. This gem is connected to Mongers Provisons which is a fantastic meat, cheese and wine shop (also highly recommended). The menu is very seasonal with great cocktails to match. Most importantly, the staff is so warm and inviting. They are all so skilled and charming that it makes the experience seamless and the atmosphere very approachable. I can't say enough about this place, but I also want to keep it my secret. Get the specials. Get the charcuterie. Get the wine. Get the dessert. Get yourself a very good time. read more

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Anyway you look at this fabulous restaurant it's 5 Stars ! The food, service ambiance the owner! I'm going to become a regular customer! read more

The Rind - Love the Rind! Sneak in the back parking lot ! - Wine Bars Near Me - Berkley, Michigan

Went for dinner a few weeks ago. Some of the food was pretty good. Some of it was not. $90 per person including food and drinks. Staff was a little pretentious for Berkley. The place did not live up to the hype. read more

What a great spot! Attached to Monger's provisions in Berkley, you can't get anymore farm to table than The Rind. Excellent food, wine and cocktails are waiting to be discovered at The Rind. Make sure you try some cheese or charcuterie when you are there, and make sure you order family style so you get to try as much as you can on the menu. Everything is locally sourced, and thoughtfully prepared. We each tried a cocktail and shared 6 dishes and two orders of the most amazing bread and butter! We had plenty and you def need bread to soak up all the sauces left behind. They are also open for lunch for one of the best soup and grilled cheeses you can get in the D. Check it out! Parking in the back, FYI. read more

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We love going the Rind. We always have great food and service. The atmosphere is wonderful. I enjoy how they always have vegetarian options to eat! read more

OMG! This place is dynamite! Unbelievable food at the restaurant and the store as well! Service and ambiance are most excellent! come here ... you will love it! read more

Love love love this place. Menu is always having delicious specials. Highly recommend the bread and butter. Lately they've had a dish with mushrooms, egg yolk and broth and omg I love it. The charcuterie boards are really good too, and staff is always helpful in picking items. Really like the space and love that it's connected to Mongers- we usually pop over and buy stuff after. For dessert I often get the chocolate tasting flight which actually has a decent amount of chocolate and it's delicious. Also they have great wine. We average going multiple times a month bc it's so good. read more

The food is just amazing. I wish I could write the most perfect review but all I can say is you won't be disappointed! The service is always top notch making you feel special and cared for. My friend said tonight that you feel like you're in a neighborhood restaurant in NYC. read more

The Rind is truly one of the best dining experiences in Metro Detroit. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels both stylish and welcoming -- perfect for a special evening or a fun night out with friends. The menu is creative and absolutely delicious, with every dish prepared to perfection and beautifully presented. The flavors are bold yet balanced, and you can tell that only the highest-quality ingredients are used. The drinks complement the food perfectly, and the staff is attentive, warm, and knowledgeable -- always ready with great recommendations. What really sets The Rind apart is the energy. It's not just a place to eat; it's an experience. You leave feeling like you've been part of something special It's no surprise The Rind has earned awards and so much buzz -- it deserves every bit of recognition. If you're looking for an unforgettable meal in Metro Detroit, The Rind is hands down the best choice! read more

My wife & I went on a lunch date to The Rind...we definitely were happy with our choice! We enjoyed the cheese sandwich, wagyu pastrami reuben and tomato soup...no photos taken but thought the cheese sandwich had a great combo of sweet via fig, salt and savory with the meat and cheese with grilled finish of bread...wagyu pastrami reuben was done really well and it had good portions and quality you can taste in each bite. Soup was great too. Def a nice vibe for lunch and I imagine same for dinner. Happy to have them around metro area...we def need something like this. & Service was great too! read more

We spent Saturday night with friends at The Rind. It was terrific! The variety of cheese and meats for our charcuterie made it fun to try things for the first time. The food was great. The wait and bar staff were attentive, friendly, knowledgeable. They paid special attention to food allergies and found proper workarounds. We had a meal that was memorable and will be sure to be back soon. read more

The Rind - The vegetables were delicious. Mushrooms with an egg yolk. Always get the pickled option! Daikin radishes - Wine Bars Near Me - Berkley, Michigan

Only been there for lunch so far. Cozy. Food and service were excellent. Food options are carefully curated (somewhat limited) but inventive and with the best quality ingredients, Portion sizes maybe slightly smaller than we are used to here in 'Merica. Check the menu before you go to make sure it suits you! read more

This place is so good!!! We had a cheese and charcuterie tray to start. The Chevre is awesome, we also had the pretty potatoes which are incredible! Sara was our server and she made the best suggestions. It's a fun place to go with a couple friends and enjoy great food and drinks. read more

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The staff was great. But I left feeling that the portions I got for what I paid was way out of proportion.

Amazing food and the store attached has the best selection of cheese and items from local vendors. The staff are always friendly and helpful. I highly recommend checking this little gem out. read more

Such a cute little restaurant! They're attached to the cheese shop next door and you can buy what you loved at dinner. We tried a few cheeses, Jambon Iberico, and whitefish for dinner. All were excellent, presentation and taste were beautiful. The service was extremely fast and very friendly. We had the cookie sandwich dessert and we can't wait to come back soon. read more

The Rind - Wine Bars Near Me - Berkley, Michigan

We enjoy shopping at Mongers for speciality items (charcuterie, chocolate, and cocktail mixers) and were curious to check out the wine bar vibe that opened in their connected space to the east. Wowza! We've dropped in for dinner twice in the last two weeks and are blown away. The space is lovely-simple and inviting. Their wine list extensive-lots of European libations to taste and enjoy. Build your own charcuterie tray-the server will help and answer questions about options, although honestly they're all delicious. We've enjoyed the Caesar and spring salads followed by the rainbow trout. A chocolate tasting flight closed out our first time a The Rind. This is our favorite local dining spot for the quality of food and service. Looking forward to many happy returns! read more

Enjoyed a bottle of wine with friends. Had a charcuterie board along with a few other tapas. Wait staff was very friendly and helpful.

Just ate at The Rind for an early dinner. Whitefish was perfectly cooked paired with a wonderful sauce. Waitress was great as well. Would come back for sure. read more

Such a good spot! The raclette potatoes are a must. Loved the meat and cheese and the olive oil cake for dessert was so good. And the drinks....perfect! Really loved everything and the ambience was great. Staff was awesome. read more

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Will and Zach have done an incredible job with the expansion of Mongers into The Rind. The atmosphere is beautiful, and the appetizers are wonderful. I cannot wait for them to expand their menu. read more

The Rind - Wine Bars Near Me - Berkley, Michigan

i expected the food taste and presentation to be next level because of the affiliation with Mongers. The grilled cheese was greasy and average. It came with a couple cornichorns on the plate which were fine but not visually appealing on the plate. A side salad or fruit would look nicer. The tomato soup was good not great--it seemed like there should have been a grilled cheese and tomato soup combo. The couscous was the best item we ordered. Service was ok. The bartender came around with a cinnamon roll foccacia for us to smell-I felt like at that point they should have given samples. Love Mongers next door. read more

Oh my goodness! I NEVER write reviews but my dinner at the RIND was just that amazing! I was visiting from San Francisco where I think we've got some pretty fantastic restaurants and was super impressed by The Rind and their neighboring shop 'Mongers Provisions'. First off the design was super inviting and you could tell just how much thought when in to each detail, be sure and check out the custom made tinned fish wall paper in the entry. The staff were all fantastic, friendly, funny and super knowledgeable about the food and amazingly delicious cocktails they serve. Many customers knew one another throughout the evening which made it feel very inviting and as if you were at a friend's house for dinner. Now the food WOW everything was so so good! We started with two different varieties of anchovy in the most delicious olive oil paired with the yummiest bread from a local baker. The squash salad was divine and all the veggies /greens were incredibly fresh. We shared the steak and fish which were both superb. Finally the olive oil cake with a dollop of fresh whipped cream was unforgettable and probably one of the best desserts I have ever had. yUM! And then when you're done eating your meal you can pop next door to MONGERS to purchase many if not all of the products you enjoyed at dinner. They have an extensive variety of oils, vinegars, jams, tinned fish, wines, non alcoholic beverages (that taste like a cocktail!) chocolates, meats and of course cheese. Thank you to all at 'The Rind' & 'Mongers Provisions' for an incredible night! Cant wait to return! Definitely check out these spots that are owned and run by two guys who grew up in Michigan. Support small businesses! read more

I went here around the holidays with family, and the food blew us all away! I live in the Bay, where there's lots of great restaurants, and I was missing those on this trip until I found this hidden gem. The service was friendly and fun. They were knowledgeable without taking themselves too seriously. It's the kind of community where you can (and we did) chat up the folks at the table next to you while you enjoy a great cocktail in a dimly lit, cozy bar. Stop by the shop after and grab a few things. I don't even like olives, and I loved the olive bread. The chocolate covered figs were also incredible. Will definitely be back the next time I'm in Michigan. read more

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Everything was fabulous!!! Wonderful salads, delicious sides, and usually 2 or 3 entrees that are wonderful. The staff is great - very welcoming and they know how to describe all of the dishes. We love this restaurant! read more

The steak was chewy, the potatoes were flavorless. Service and ambiance were chill. Wouldn't really go again.