Look for the giant horse on the roof and you'll know you've found Green Dot Stables. This horse-racing themed restaurant is a true delight to see with its brick walls and equestrian paraphernalia adorning the walls. Nowhere else will you find such an extensive selection of sliders of all kinds. Green Dot Stables also serves up six different types of fries and a good number of salads. The full bar offers any number of cheap and delicious cocktails and beers.
A Detroit tradition, Buddy's Pizzeria has grown from a little-known bar and pizza joint to an institution. There are now Buddy's outlets in multiple suburbs, but the authentic experience is at the original, crowded, multi-roomed eatery. Buddy's was the first spot in Detroit to offer square pizzas, in 1946. The pizza is thick and the filling comes with plenty of cheese and sauce, and it is repeatedly voted the best in Detroit in local surveys. Salads, pastas, burgers, sandwiches and home-made soups are also on the menu. There is always a bustling party atmosphere.
La Dole Vita is a little piece of Italy nestled in the heart of the scenic Palmer Park district. The restaurant's decor is reminiscent of an Italian trattoria, featuring chandeliers, flagstone walls and vintage accents. Patrons can even dine in the lovely patio area amidst floral gardens and live music. Rustic Italian cuisine is the highlight of the menu and brings together flavors from North and South in form of exquisite dishes. An excellent wine list and decadent desserts perfectly round off the dining experience. Reservations are recommended.
A Detroit favorite, Slows Bar BQ serves up delectable dishes like Carolina Pulled Pork and St. Louis Spareribs in an ambiance that is warm, cozy and inviting. With wood-paneled and furnished interiors and dull-lighting, this eatery is a great place for a meal with family or friends. The mouthwatering menu here also features the loaded sandwiches and delicious melt-in-your-mouth pork belly. To quench your thirst, choose from the wide craft beer selection available for your enjoyment.
There’s nothing quite like a night at Detroit’s own Cliff Bell’s: amazing cocktails, live jazz, and award-winning cuisine. The jazz and supper club is all vaulted ceilings, leather booths, and burnished Mahogany. It originally opened in the 1930s, and after it shut its doors in 1985, was reopened in 2005 after painstaking renovations. It’s once again part and parcel of Detroit’s remarkable Jazz scene, which predates and influenced the Motown explosion. Grab a Detroit Dirty Martini and settle down for a sultry evening of great music.
Head down the stairs and into this cozy and popular basement restaurant serving up traditional, hearty Polish cuisine. Old-world favorites like stuffed cabbage, pierogi, schnitzel and kielbasa round out the mouthwatering menu. The atmosphere is comfortable and family friendly and warm, making it perfect for cold Detroit days. Polish Village Cafe is on the small side so be prepared to stand in queue for a seat, but the wait is well worth it.
Noble Fish does double duty as a grocery store in the front and one of Clawson's favorite sushi bars in the back. Noble Fish is famous for having the best quality, best value sushi around which includes most traditional favorites like rolls, nigiri, hand rolls, and a good selection of Noble Fish's own special rolls. The restaurant is quite small but cozy, and Noble Fish sells over 30 different types of ready-to-go sushi boxes. If the restaurant doesn't have what you want to drink, you can pop into the grocery store and grab something to bring with you.
Italia Bakery is a great place for a lunch detour while you are on an excursion through the city. Their buffets offer you a number of options ranging from meatloafs, spare ribs, lasagna, gnocchi, quiche, pizza to sausages, meatballs, penne and more. Once you have satiated your palate's savory cravings, move on to their display of baked goods that carries cannolis, cheesecake slices, chocolate-laden croissants, tiramisu rolls, ricotta cakes, eclairs, fruit tarts and so much more. Sample a few, and pack a few more to satisfy your sweet tooth in the comforts of your home.
When it opened, Windsor Seoul was the only Korean restaurant in town and its surrounding areas. Today it is one of the best places in the area to relish delightful Korean and Japanese fare. Buttercup yellow walls adorned with floral artwork and photo frames, hanging lampshades and travel souvenirs, give it a pleasant look. Everything is prepared fresh on-site as per order. Their menu includes soups, Korean BBQ buffet, Japanese fusion, noodles, combo dishes, hot pot and rice dishes. Vegetarians also have a variety to choose from. Savor their dishes like the soft tofu soup, Sizzling Bibimbab, Military Stew, Spicy Pork (Jae Yook Bok Eum), Vegetable Kim Bab, stir-fried squid and Kimchi Stew. Please bring cash along as credit cards are not accepted.
Jubba Restaurant is a no-frills eatery that has wowed diners with their homestyle African food. If you are looking to try out some ethnic cuisine, then head to this place. Though the menu is limited, the generously portioned dishes are delicious and cheap. There are special deals for students since it is very near to the University. Savor their dishes like the chicken leg with either rice or spaghetti, beef stew and curry goat. Round off your meal with a milkshake. You can be sure of a satisfying exerience, both wallet and palate-wise.
A Detroit tradition, Buddy's Pizzeria has grown from a little-known bar and pizza joint to an institution. There are now Buddy's outlets in multiple suburbs, but the authentic experience is at the original, crowded, multi-roomed eatery. Buddy's was the first spot in Detroit to offer square pizzas, in 1946. The pizza is thick and the filling comes with plenty of cheese and sauce, and it is repeatedly voted the best in Detroit in local surveys. Salads, pastas, burgers, sandwiches and home-made soups are also on the menu. There is always a bustling party atmosphere.
Supino Pizzeria in Detroit's Eastern Market is some of the city's favorite pizza, and has even won several "Best Pizza" awards in the Metro Detroit area. The menu consists mainly of pizzas divided into two categories: red and white. Classic combinations like the Quattro Formaggio (four cheese) and Margherita mix with modern ones like the City Wing Thing with smoked turkey, smoked Gouda, chevre, feta and parsley to form a well rounded pizza menu. Customers can also choose to create their own pizza from a selection of toppings. Pies are available in 12 inch or 18 inch sizes as well as slices. To round out the menu they also have a house salad, house lasagna and cannolis.