Ivanhoe Cafe

Also known as the Polish Yacht Club, this restaurant/cafe located in East Poletown has been a Detroit mainstay since 1910. Upon first entering, the decor will immediately take you back to yesteryear, with framed pictures of Polish greats on the walls, tin ceilings, and mish-mash of tables and chairs, everything fits into place under the cozy lighting. The menu is filled with classic Eastern European dishes like Kielbasa & Kraut, Pierogi and of course, potato pancakes. Most of the crowd is local, but if you want to see a part of real, working-class Detroit, this is the spot to visit.