Lafayette Coney Island

Not a frequent Detroit visitor? Lafayette’s take on the Coney dog (hot dog, chili. mustard and onions) is a must.

118 West Lafayette Boulevard; 313-964-8198

Dime Store

Featuring both breakfast and lunch, the Dime Store menu offers a smorgasbord of fresh-made foods ranging from omelettes to a killer seared brussel sprouts salad.

719 Griswold (inside the Chrysler House); 313-962-9106

 

Anchor Bar

Grab a beer and your typical bar fare at the Anchor, which houses decades-worth of Detroit sports and journalism memorabilia for browsing.

450 W Fort; 313-964-9127

 

Tommy’s Detroit Bar and Grill

Housed in a building that was built in 1840, Tommy’s historical significance is part of the reason for its success. According to its website, the pub once served as an outlet for the underground railroad.

Menu options include burgers, chicken wings and homemade corned beef.

624 3rd St; 313-965-2269

Michael Symon’s Roast

Named the Free Press’ Restaurant of the Year in 2009, Roast is a destination dining spot with a modern flare and an excellent happy hour.

Located inside the Westin Book Cadillac Detroit.

24 Grille

Located on the first floor of the Westin Book Cadillac Detroit building, 24 Grille offers classic regional and American dishes in a trendy, yet comfortable environment.

204 Michigan Ave; 313-964-3821

Cobo Joe’s

A stone’s throw from Cobo, this casual dining spot offers homemade BBQ, burgers, pizza and more. Read their menu here.

422 West Congress; 313-965-0840

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