  Itsjeff Member Username: Itsjeff Post Number: 6613 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 208.27.111.125 |
Hi. Long time lurker, first time poster. Anyhoo, I just drove by Agave and see that it's closed. I know that this was posted twice before, but I really, really wanted to drive home the fact that Agave is closed. Also, can any of you recommend a decent restaurant in Detroit? | ||
Wazootyman Member Username: Wazootyman Post Number: 101 Registered: 02-2006 Posted From: 68.75.220.9 |
Agave has closed? Detroit has restaurants? Black people moving into Livonia? WHAT IS GOING ON? | ||
Danny Member Username: Danny Post Number: 4803 Registered: 02-2004 Posted From: 141.217.174.229 |
Wazootyman, You have just step into a XYZ Files. (Message edited by danny on August 15, 2006) | ||
Thnk2mch Member Username: Thnk2mch Post Number: 253 Registered: 02-2006 Posted From: 71.65.11.152 |
How about the Cheesecake Factory? | ||
Sumotect Member Username: Sumotect Post Number: 230 Registered: 08-2004 Posted From: 64.243.32.9 |
Had dinner at the Atlas on Saturday. Really good. Expensive, but good. I love the view onto the street, similar to Agave. Twingo's might be set to become the new Agave. As far as good resturants in Detroit. For crying out loud, too many to mention. | ||
Paulc Member Username: Paulc Post Number: 71 Registered: 03-2005 Posted From: 159.53.78.143 |
I only suggest restaurants that are part of ground floor retail with attached parking.  | ||
Danny Member Username: Danny Post Number: 4804 Registered: 02-2004 Posted From: 141.217.174.229 |
Since Agave closed And after the landlord fixes up the place. It may want a hip cool resturant for hip cool skinny college kids with thier neo-gothic long hairdoos, and skinny loose fit blue jeans coated all their skinny white bodies. | ||
Wazootyman Member Username: Wazootyman Post Number: 102 Registered: 02-2006 Posted From: 68.75.220.9 |
You know, they opened a Jimmy Johns restaurant right near my house in Livonia. I hear you can take a date there. They even have outdoor seating. We Livonians can now enjoy our lunch AND watch the poor, confused people wandering around, wondering why the SMART bus isn't coming. Silly poor people, buy a car! | ||
Itsjeff Member Username: Itsjeff Post Number: 6614 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 208.27.111.125 |
People, please! I need recommendations for a restauant. Preferably high end, but inexpensive, with a river view, near New Center, with good parking. Oh, and I have no intention of eating there. We'll be going to the Olive Garden in Novi. But I really want to hear your recommendations. | ||
Designut Member Username: Designut Post Number: 81 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 65.123.68.93 |
Itsjeff, welcome to the forum - LOL I always thought Xochimilco in Mexican town was way better than Agave. Better food, better prices... | ||
Jt1 Member Username: Jt1 Post Number: 7732 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 198.208.159.19 |
itsjeff - Check out the Chin Tiki. It looked pretty cool in 8 Mile. | ||
Paulc Member Username: Paulc Post Number: 72 Registered: 03-2005 Posted From: 159.53.78.143 |
Hey Danny - that's not fair. You forgot to mention $120 vintage T-Rex t-shirts in Size - Children's Small. Tear that schitt down! | ||
Oldredfordette Member Username: Oldredfordette Post Number: 260 Registered: 02-2004 Posted From: 68.60.181.41 |
Every time I read the word Xoch...*blurgh*imil*ughhhh*co I remember my food poiosoning from there. a public service | ||
Danny Member Username: Danny Post Number: 4807 Registered: 02-2004 Posted From: 141.217.174.229 |
Wazootyman, Sometimes poor or other middle income folks can't buy things of what they can't afford. Capitalism is not for every one. In a society, there has to be a safety net for the general welfare of the public or else there would be a civil collapse. It happen before in ancient times and it could happen tommorow. Thank God that he told us that we are living in the last days. SO BE READY! | ||
Designut Member Username: Designut Post Number: 82 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 65.123.68.93 |
Still rather have that than Agave anyway, back to the ridiculousness.... | ||
Paulc Member Username: Paulc Post Number: 74 Registered: 03-2005 Posted From: 159.53.78.143 |
Itsjeff - can you work out a little photoshop magic with Agave? Need some comic relief - that's some great stuff you do. | ||
Atl_runner Member Username: Atl_runner Post Number: 1948 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 198.151.12.10 |
Big fan of Detroit here. I'm always there. The last time, I went to Joe Muer's Restaurant over on Gratiot somewhere. Place was fabulous. Highly recommended. | ||
Thnk2mch Member Username: Thnk2mch Post Number: 254 Registered: 02-2006 Posted From: 71.65.11.152 |
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Toolbox Member Username: Toolbox Post Number: 962 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 66.184.29.148 |
How about Lelli's in the New Center. That's some good Italian eats!!! | ||
Bvos Member Username: Bvos Post Number: 1821 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 134.215.223.211 |
I second Atl_runner's pic. Joe Muer's on Gratiot probably put Agave out of business because they're so good. I've heard the Post Bar in the Madison Theater has good food too. For an dessert be sure to head over to the fudge shop in Trapper's Alley. It's great watching the crew sing and dance while they make the fudge right before your eyes. | ||
Crew Member Username: Crew Post Number: 1006 Registered: 02-2004 Posted From: 146.9.52.65 |
I thought Joe Muer's was on Grand River, no wait maybe it's Griswald. No wonder I can't find it. The place keeps moving. Remember the Faygo Tours on Grand River? That was awesome. | ||
Danny Member Username: Danny Post Number: 4812 Registered: 02-2004 Posted From: 141.217.174.229 |
Joe Muer's was at Gratiot anf E. Vernor the famous restuarant is long gone now a vacant lot. | ||
Paulc Member Username: Paulc Post Number: 75 Registered: 03-2005 Posted From: 159.53.110.143 |
I quit going to Agave due to the fascist cover charge. | ||
Susanarosa Member Username: Susanarosa Post Number: 1069 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 208.39.170.78 |
What about Dunlevey's? I mean, I know it's a bar and not a restaurant but maybe you can head over to the Soup Kitchen for some live music afterwards? | ||
Jt1 Member Username: Jt1 Post Number: 7734 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 198.208.159.19 |
Good idea, the district along the river is a lot of fun and is always packed on weekends. | ||
Caseyc Member Username: Caseyc Post Number: 604 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 206.18.111.5 |
right. After work I'm meeting some people at Skipper's Stray Dog for a beer or two....then it's off to the hopping Rivertown district, in the shadows of the RenCen. We'll start at Bastille Bar for a quick one...mosey over to Franklin Street BC for happy hour noshing....dinner at Rhino....stop into Soup Kitchen for some Bell's on tap, and then go see Blanche and the Demolition Doll Rods at the Sardine Bar. Anyone else joining? | ||
Restoretheroar Member Username: Restoretheroar Post Number: 706 Registered: 07-2004 Posted From: 192.193.221.141 |
I would go to The Hub or Cock and Bull | ||
Itsjeff Member Username: Itsjeff Post Number: 6617 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 208.27.111.125 |
It's "Gloria Gaynor Night" at Taboo. So I'll be there. | ||
Hysteria Member Username: Hysteria Post Number: 1126 Registered: 02-2006 Posted From: 216.223.168.132 |
I liked Susanarosa's suggestion. | ||
Jams Member Username: Jams Post Number: 3620 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 68.73.4.135 |
Harlequin is tops in my book. Sherman is the best at explaining the menu, as well as the fast, professional service. | ||
Gravitymachine Member Username: Gravitymachine Post Number: 1241 Registered: 05-2005 Posted From: 69.136.142.0 |
i hear 3rd street makes a mean pizza | ||
Gambling_man Member Username: Gambling_man Post Number: 815 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 199.178.193.5 |
The Music Menu has good food and live music to boot! | ||
Crew Member Username: Crew Post Number: 1008 Registered: 02-2004 Posted From: 146.9.52.65 |
Rent he Boblo boat for an engagement party...oops, wrong thread. | ||
Itsjeff Member Username: Itsjeff Post Number: 6620 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 208.27.111.125 |
Thanks for these suggestions. As mentioned earlier, I'll be ignoring them. I'll probably end up at the Golden Mushroom. Althought I hear Morel's is good, too. | ||
Hysteria Member Username: Hysteria Post Number: 1127 Registered: 02-2006 Posted From: 216.223.168.132 |
Itsjeff - or Shiraz. | ||
Paulc Member Username: Paulc Post Number: 76 Registered: 03-2005 Posted From: 159.53.78.143 |
Try the Lindell AC on Cass at Michigan. I hear they've done some recent renovations / construction work on that site. | ||
Jams Member Username: Jams Post Number: 3621 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 68.73.4.135 |
Hey, you can't beat the steaks at either 1940's Chop House or Little Harry's, plus they're just a short hop away from Pinkey's for the best piano bar in Detroit. | ||
Chitaku Member Username: Chitaku Post Number: 642 Registered: 03-2006 Posted From: 69.212.45.59 |
Karmic Cafe or Duly's!! | ||
Apbest Member Username: Apbest Post Number: 158 Registered: 03-2006 Posted From: 68.40.65.66 |
isnt Agave going to move into the former blue moon building @ woodward/alexandrine | ||
Kathleen Member Username: Kathleen Post Number: 1499 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 140.244.107.151 |
For a really nice evening, I'd recommend the Pontchartrain Wine Cellars...right next to the fire station on Larned. Had a lovely pre-wedding celebration there. And Jim's Garage on Washington Boulevard in the Marquette Building isn't bad either. | ||
Itsjeff Member Username: Itsjeff Post Number: 6621 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 208.27.111.125 |
Or we could go to the Top of the Pontch and look down on you, Kathleen : ) | ||
Caseyc Member Username: Caseyc Post Number: 605 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 206.18.111.5 |
If you find yourself in or around Indian Village, try VanDyke Place for a fancy schmanzy outing if Sherman's reservation book at the Harlequin is full...that's our plan, as we are going to an opening at 2-South on capitol park first...then stop by zoot's at 3rd to catch the immigrant suns and other asundry indie noisemakers....from there it is up to AFB and the 8 Ball on Woodward & 7 Mile for some sliders and after hours brew...once sated, swing over and knock on the Motor side door to see what's happening, and then cap off your evening with a few nitrous balloons and a can of tepid busch at the closest available after hours dump in the woodward/willis/garfield locale. | ||
Jams Member Username: Jams Post Number: 3626 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 68.73.4.135 |
I know it's a bit out of the way, but I've heard great things about Al's Lounge and Joey's Stables in Delray. Gotta love those Gypsys. | ||
Mani Member Username: Mani Post Number: 92 Registered: 07-2006 Posted From: 68.60.182.26 |
Delray? Who the bleep wants to eat in Delray? Yikes! Obviously non of you are from Detroit. Where is the Cheese Cake Factory? When did Livonia become part of Detroit? Funny people in cities that are not real cities want to call their city Detroit. I guess it is ok to want to be connected. | ||
Ndavies Member Username: Ndavies Post Number: 2079 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 129.9.163.105 |
Well, we can see Mani has absolutely no sense of humor. | ||
Mani Member Username: Mani Post Number: 96 Registered: 07-2006 Posted From: 68.60.182.26 |
Why because I said Livonia is not Detroit? | ||
Ndavies Member Username: Ndavies Post Number: 2080 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 129.9.163.105 |
Because this entire thread is a joke about closed places. (Message edited by ndavies on August 15, 2006) | ||
Mani Member Username: Mani Post Number: 98 Registered: 07-2006 Posted From: 68.60.182.26 |
oh, well thanks for clearing that up. | ||
Mani Member Username: Mani Post Number: 99 Registered: 07-2006 Posted From: 68.60.182.26 |
you deleted? are you angry? do you feel better calling people who have opinions, names becasue of your own issues? it is ok, I never take it personal. my self esteem is good. | ||
Ndavies Member Username: Ndavies Post Number: 2081 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 129.9.163.105 |
While I self edited my post, the very low opinion I have of you hasn't changed. | ||
Artstar Member Username: Artstar Post Number: 8 Registered: 06-2006 Posted From: 69.246.45.141 |
I am actually having trouble staying on my diet in the fattest city in America... I mostly cook but there are no places were you can get healthy food that isn't expensive as hell and a long wait. Anyone have any suggestions there? | ||
Itsjeff Member Username: Itsjeff Post Number: 6628 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 208.27.111.125 |
Mani, for 45 posts in this thread people were recommending restaurants that had been closed for years. You thought they were serious. Even after it was explained to you that it was a joke, you got all defensive about being able to state your opinions. You have to admit that was pretty funny. | ||
Itsjeff Member Username: Itsjeff Post Number: 6629 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 208.27.111.125 |
Artstar, Aknartoons on Woodward. | ||
Hysteria Member Username: Hysteria Post Number: 1131 Registered: 02-2006 Posted From: 216.223.168.132 |
You live in Chicago? | ||
Cafe Member Username: Cafe Post Number: 1341 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 84.162.0.193 |
I know a place that makes a mean hot chocolate for desert. | ||
Mani Member Username: Mani Post Number: 104 Registered: 07-2006 Posted From: 68.60.182.26 |
I thought this was a serious post and that is how I was responding? Confused, and I guess not aware that this thread was not for real. I did not read the part that said this was a joke. Also I am not defensive, not sure why you assume that. Anyway, if there was a cheesecake factory (like in chicago) in detroit, I would be excited because, thank buddha I am not fat, I would have to eat it. | ||
Bvos Member Username: Bvos Post Number: 1828 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 70.228.57.79 |
Good god, how could we have forgotten Cafe de Troit for before or after dinner? | ||
Marcnbyr Member Username: Marcnbyr Post Number: 668 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 68.43.13.13 |
If you go to Cafe de Troit, make sure you have already used the bathroom. Oh, and be warned...their cappucino tastes like coffee. | ||
Jams Member Username: Jams Post Number: 3631 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 68.73.4.135 |
For a fabulous night, catching a performance at the Fisher Theatre, order your drinks at Al Green's for intermission prior to the start of the show. They'll be waiting at your table. And no night at the Fisher is complete without a walk across the street to Topinka's, if you're hungry, a hearty Turtle Soup will fill you up. Otherwise, the dessert cart choices hit the spot with a wide choice of cocktails by the expert mixologists. Sorry Itsjeff, had to add one more to the mix. I'll try to be good and not confuse Mani | ||
Kathleen Member Username: Kathleen Post Number: 1500 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 69.14.122.57 |
A hearty Sunday brunch can be had at the Lansdowne, the floating railroad barge restaurant docked at Hart Plaza. Or for some good old American fare, try the underground Salt Mine on Washington Blvd. or the Bull Market on Lafayette across from the Coney Islands. | ||
Cafe Member Username: Cafe Post Number: 1342 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 84.162.12.95 |
I heard the owner's son worked behind the bar at Cafe de Troit. Of course, she was only 15 when she gave birth to the little baseball nut...she was such a slut. | ||
Itsjeff Member Username: Itsjeff Post Number: 6635 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 208.27.111.125 |
"Bitch." She was a bitch. Get it right. | ||
Merchantgander Member Username: Merchantgander Post Number: 2104 Registered: 01-2005 Posted From: 150.198.150.244 |
I think she can be both a "Bitchy Slut". | ||
Dialh4hipster Member Username: Dialh4hipster Post Number: 1746 Registered: 11-2004 Posted From: 68.61.187.234 |
I always thought of her more as a slutty bitch. | ||
Sumotect Member Username: Sumotect Post Number: 232 Registered: 08-2004 Posted From: 64.243.32.9 |
Oh, man "Slutty Bitches". now that's the place. Try the calimari | ||
Czar Member Username: Czar Post Number: 3201 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 129.137.206.205 |
Could someone please stop by Emily's Across the Street and buy me a "Say Nice Things About Detroit" t-shirt? | ||
Sumotect Member Username: Sumotect Post Number: 233 Registered: 08-2004 Posted From: 64.243.32.9 |
The International in GreekTown. One of the most "real" places you ever want to go. Try the vegetarian plate. This thread is making me very hungry and sad. | ||
Jelk Member Username: Jelk Post Number: 3985 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 71.156.15.166 |
If you like Agave then you'll love Applebees. Sometimes there is a line at Applebees. If you don't want to wait, I suggest going across to the Ruby Tuesdays in the other strip mall. It's a little more expensive (50 to 75 cents per portion) but still good. For really special occasions I recommend Bennigans. | ||
Caseyc Member Username: Caseyc Post Number: 611 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 206.18.111.5 |
the Greektown Bennigan's? I recall that was at one time the top-grossing Bennigans in the country....funny how the wheels come off. | ||
Jelk Member Username: Jelk Post Number: 3986 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 71.156.15.166 |
Well if you really want to keep it real I suggest you hit a suburban Bennigans maybe on your way to support the local economy by shopping at Meijers. | ||
Marcnbyr Member Username: Marcnbyr Post Number: 670 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 68.43.13.13 |
Blues-busterin'-atcha!! | ||
Ghetto_butterfly Member Username: Ghetto_butterfly Post Number: 632 Registered: 09-2004 Posted From: 68.60.139.186 |
I was planning on a night of bar hopping over on Hasting Street. I heard they have some really good jazz there, anyone interested? | ||
Detroitej72 Member Username: Detroitej72 Post Number: 108 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 66.184.3.44 |
Anyone care to meet me at the London Chop House first? Then we can go clubbing at Todd's. BTW, the Landsdowne has become the Baja Beach Club, complete with bungie jumping. | ||
Thecarl Member Username: Thecarl Post Number: 925 Registered: 04-2005 Posted From: 69.14.30.175 |
there's something i find amusing about the word "hairdoos." | ||
Toolbox Member Username: Toolbox Post Number: 966 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 69.14.126.173 |
Grab a sandwich and catch the early show at Alvin's Finer Delicatessen then head over to Bookies to catch The Police. | ||
Detroitej72 Member Username: Detroitej72 Post Number: 117 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 66.184.3.44 |
We can see a movie at the Adams Theater. | ||
Hysteria Member Username: Hysteria Post Number: 1146 Registered: 02-2006 Posted From: 64.12.116.204 |
Itsjeff - have you tried Summit atop the Westin Renaissance Center? I've heard good things. | ||
Chefdave Member Username: Chefdave Post Number: 61 Registered: 04-2004 Posted From: 68.85.144.61 |
Check out twingos. Shawn is a great chef | ||
Justbeamensch Member Username: Justbeamensch Post Number: 4 Registered: 07-2006 Posted From: 67.149.59.62 |
Dont forget to stop by Lili's 21 in Hamtown for an after hours Wisniowka | ||
Mani Member Username: Mani Post Number: 107 Registered: 07-2006 Posted From: 68.60.182.26 |
La Dolce Vita!! Very good Italian in Detroit...Highland Park. Woodward and 6mile. They have an awesome brunch on Sundays! | ||
Jams Member Username: Jams Post Number: 3637 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 68.21.41.233 |
Nothing like the Mediterranean for a late night snack of Indo-Paki-Chinese food. | ||
Thecarl Member Username: Thecarl Post Number: 927 Registered: 04-2005 Posted From: 69.14.30.175 |
jams, i'm stopping by beaubein street this weekend so you can pour me an icy cold, brewery-fresh stroh's! | ||
Thecarl Member Username: Thecarl Post Number: 928 Registered: 04-2005 Posted From: 69.14.30.175 |
and hey, what happened to shelly's (and shelly)??? | ||
Jams Member Username: Jams Post Number: 3639 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 68.21.41.233 |
shhh. we don't discuss Shelly. Sorry, I'm no longer at BSS, I've moved, for the moment, to the urban prairie and industrial wasteland of Delray, where unskilled and semi-skilled are paid too much (according to some on this forum) at a old institution called Kovac's. | ||
Soulsauce Member Username: Soulsauce Post Number: 174 Registered: 05-2004 Posted From: 68.73.14.116 |
shelly moved into Emanuel Stewart's place. | ||
Supergay Member Username: Supergay Post Number: 13 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 68.61.187.234 |
Personally, I'm fond of Backstage. With a nightcap at Footlights, of course! | ||
Cafe Member Username: Cafe Post Number: 1343 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 84.162.15.41 |
I like the La Shish at the casino. Great to have such wonderful shwarma so close to Boston-Edison. Afterwards, I like to hit the Camellian Cafe for a poetry night, then go to Motor Coty Pit Stop for a hot dog that has been cooking all day. | ||
Cafe Member Username: Cafe Post Number: 1344 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 84.162.15.41 |
Of couse, while I am doing all that stuff, I can get Lisa to make me a new pair of glasses at Bagley Optical. | ||
Fourfree Member Username: Fourfree Post Number: 1 Registered: 08-2006 Posted From: 136.2.1.103 |
Too Chez! | ||
Caseyc Member Username: Caseyc Post Number: 612 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 206.18.111.5 |
stop by Otto's next to the Broderick and pick up some caramel corn....do some shopping at Bag Lady Beads,and then get a bite to eat at that cafe next to the Town Pump...uh......oh man...I'm drawing a blank......carry-out from the east side.....wazzat again? | ||
Detourdetroit Member Username: Detourdetroit Post Number: 236 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 64.12.116.204 |
I had an amazing sandwich yesterday at the Elizabeth Street Cafe. I would highly recommend it. Afterwards, I walked over to pick up a fall schedule for evening courses at DCL. | ||
Amy_p Member Username: Amy_p Post Number: 684 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 69.209.175.143 |
Hey, itsJeff -- welcome Daytwah, lurker! I practically live there! I've never been downtown before midnight, though, so not sure about dinner (but that place at the top of the rencen will give you the spins, man!). I'll be at Blondies this weekend for both Seduce shows, as always--you should come! | ||
Caseyc Member Username: Caseyc Post Number: 619 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 206.18.111.5 |
Best joint in Greektown BAR NONE is Grecian Gardens. Great bunch a guys...great atmosphere. I gotta stop in at the Gardens and pick something up from Tony Jacks and then I'm heading to Genie's Wienie's for a couple'a dogs and a "boston cooler," (Whitey Bulger in an air conditioned blue caddy).... | ||
Eric_c Member Username: Eric_c Post Number: 829 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 68.76.202.10 |
You guys are all so lowbrow. The absolute first thing to do when you arrive in Detroit is to visit the tea room at the train station - very relaxing. The lounges are a great place to freshen-up, too. Afterwards, depending on the time of day, either take the Michigan car to the Book-Casino in the Cadillac Hotel or Hudson's mezzanine restaurant for appertifs. Afterwards, you can walk up Woodward past all the fine shops to the Tele-News and catch up on world events, then continue via Woodward car to the State Fair Grounds where the all-new Packard is on display. On your way back Downtown, if you feel slightly adventurous, visit an authentic Chinese restaurant in China Town around lower Cass Avenue. Enjoy! |
