  Magic_mushroom Member Username: Magic_mushroom Post Number: 26 Registered: 12-2005 |
Hello all! I will be staying overnight in Detroit Thursday, sort of tagging along with a friend on a business trip. I am definitely planning on dinner downtown and would appreciate some suggestions on places to eat. Something that's classic Detroit. Also, I'm trying to plan something to do at night and would like some suggestions. I am really big into Detroit history. So, something we could do that would incorporate seeing and enjoying some of Detroit's history would be awesome. | ||
Jams Member Username: Jams Post Number: 5054 Registered: 10-2003 |
Start at the beginning, Roma's in Eastern Market arguably the oldest restaurant in Detroit. | ||
Gdub Member Username: Gdub Post Number: 1099 Registered: 10-2003 |
If you're downtown and are on foot, I'd suggest Mosaic in Greektown. Roma's is great, but not quite as walkable. | ||
Jams Member Username: Jams Post Number: 5055 Registered: 10-2003 |
I agree with Mosaic as well. I've tried the search function to find the numerous threads on this subject with no luck, sorry. Oh hell, I just noticed you'll be in town Thursday, join up with us at the Well for the FSC, no food there but you can order to-go next door at Ted's (AKA Baltimore Lunch) and bring it over or just stick with liquid carbs. Just look for a group of people who never seem to stop talking and join in, we always appreciate a new face. https://www.atdetroit.net/forum/mes sages/10041/10041.html | ||
Mackinaw Member Username: Mackinaw Post Number: 2786 Registered: 02-2005 |
Jimmy John's. Just kidding. A place like Roma, or several other places in E. Market, would show off a lot of Detroit history, but unless you want a 15 minute walk or 5 minute drive, these aren't in your downtown range. The walk is very do-able and safe if you're up for it. A walk up Woodward to Da Edoardo Foxtown Grille clearly shows off Detroit's historic Merchant's Row. The restaurants in Harmonie Park and Greektown are all good choices and in historic areas. Finally, what could be better than something like Sweetwater Tavern or Jacoby's on Brush in Bricktown? Both are historic venues. I think the food at Sweetwater is amazing. | ||
Downtown_remix Member Username: Downtown_remix Post Number: 205 Registered: 03-2007 |
The whitney did some great renovation. You dont get more history that that place. | ||
Peter Member Username: Peter Post Number: 85 Registered: 02-2007 |
Rattle Snake Club? Caucus Club? | ||
Magic_mushroom Member Username: Magic_mushroom Post Number: 27 Registered: 12-2005 |
Thanks for all the suggestions. So much to choose from. I appreciate it. Jams we may see you down at the Well! | ||
E_hemingway Member Username: E_hemingway Post Number: 1191 Registered: 11-2004 |
If you're staying in the central business district, stay to places within walking distance. Some CBD suggestions include: Jacoby's: German bar with german food and brews. Great atmosphere and lots of history dating back to the dawn of the 20th Century. www.metrotimes.com/metropolis/ restaurants/place.asp?id=1718 Sweetwater: Great BBQ and the best wings in the city. www.metrotimes.com/metropolis/ restaurants/place.asp?id=5442 Sweet Lorrianes: Great, eclectic menu and not too pricey. www.sweetlorraines.com/Detroit .html Cheli's Chili: The Pistons will be playing Thursday and this would be a great sports bar to watch it from. Although this place tends to become Taylortucky nation on busy home game nights, it has solid food and is an overall great place. www.chelischili.com/detroit/ho me.html Pegus and just about any place in Greektown: You can't go wrong here. Great food and great vibe. www.pegasustaverna.com Park Bar/Cliff Bells: Cliff Bells is a beautifully restored old speakeasy that features quality jazz acts. The Park Bar, adjacent to it, is a lot like a loft with friendly staff and owner (Jerry is a great guy) and awesome food. The shawarma is awesome. www.cliffbells.com and www.modeldmedia.com/features/B elanger81.aspx American and Lafayette coney islands: This is the best place to go to finish off a night. These two coney islands are world famous. www.americanconeyisland.com/hi story.htm There are plenty of other places that would probably work out well for you within walking distance. If you are feeling adventurous and want to drive outside of the CBD, try Slows, Dakota Inn, Mexicantown, Hamtramck or Cedarland in east Dearborn on Warren Avenue. Best of luck. |
