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Best American Food In Detroit

Detroit American food is celebrated as the best due to its rich culinary heritage, innovative spirit, and commitment to quality ingredients. Rooted in a history shaped by diverse immigrant influences and the city’s automotive legacy, Detroit’s American cuisine reflects a unique blend of flavors and traditions. From iconic Coney Island hot dogs to hearty Detroit-style pizza, the city’s eateries offer a delicious array of comfort foods that resonate with locals and visitors alike. Detroit’s food scene thrives on creativity and reinvention, with chefs infusing classic dishes with modern twists while maintaining a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

Grey Ghost Detroit

4.6

In the bustling city of Detroit during the height of the Prohibition era, a mysterious figure known only as the Grey Ghost emerged as a legendary rum runner.

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47 Watson St, Detroit, MI 48201
13132626534
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Parc

4.6

Forget about everything else in your life but this meal…

American
800 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
13139227272
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Green Dot Stables

4.5

Hand-crafted sliders, full bar, and of course, we are horse enthusiasts.

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2200 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48216
13139625588
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The Whitney

4.5

The Whitney is a fine dining restaurant located in Midtown Detroit, full of grandeur and celebration.

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4421 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
13138325700
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BESA

4.7

At BESA, we believe an exceptional dining experience is defined by more than just the food & drink.

American
600 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
13133153000
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Central Kitchen + Bar

4.3

Allow us to provide the mouthwatering meals. Food that tastes even better than it looks.

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660 Woodward Ave #4A, Detroit, MI 48226
13139639000
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Townhouse Detroit

4

Where culinary tradition meets modern innovation.

American
500 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
13137231000
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The Apparatus Room

4.4

The Apparatus Room brings a fresh yet nostalgic vibe to Downtown Detroit. Once the garage for the headquarters of the Detroit Fire Department, it is now adorned with rich wood, textured leather accents, and a large oval warm bar that feels timeless and perfect for every social occasion.

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250 W Larned St, Detroit, MI 48226
13138005600
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Honest John’s

4.3

Great food and good times for every occasion.

American
488 Selden St, Detroit, MI 48201
13138325646
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They Say Restaurant

4.1

The best wings in Detroit. Simple cuisine, brilliantly prepared.

American
267 Jos Campau, Detroit, MI 48207
13134464682
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The Statler French American Bistro

4.5

Nestled in the center of Detroit’s entertainment district is The Statler French-American bistro.

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313 Park Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
13134637111
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Grey Ghost Detroit

4.6
47 Watson St, Detroit, MI 48201
13132626534
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Parc

4.6
800 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
13139227272
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Green Dot Stables

4.5
2200 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48216
13139625588
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The Whitney

4.5
4421 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
13138325700
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BESA

4.7
600 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
13133153000
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Central Kitchen + Bar

4.3
660 Woodward Ave #4A, Detroit, MI 48226
13139639000
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Townhouse Detroit

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500 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
13137231000
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The Apparatus Room

4.4
250 W Larned St, Detroit, MI 48226
13138005600
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Honest John’s

4.3
488 Selden St, Detroit, MI 48201
13138325646
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They Say Restaurant

4.1
267 Jos Campau, Detroit, MI 48207
13134464682
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The Statler French American Bistro

4.5
313 Park Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
13134637111
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Grey Ghost Detroit

47 Watson St, Detroit, MI 48201

Parc

800 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226

Green Dot Stables

2200 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48216

The Whitney

4421 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201

BESA

600 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226

Central Kitchen + Bar

660 Woodward Ave #4A, Detroit, MI 48226

Townhouse Detroit

500 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226

The Apparatus Room

250 W Larned St, Detroit, MI 48226

Honest John’s

488 Selden St, Detroit, MI 48201

They Say Restaurant

267 Jos Campau, Detroit, MI 48207

The Statler French American Bistro

313 Park Ave, Detroit, MI 48226

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