St Roger Abbey , an organic French gourmet patisserie renowned for its handmade pastries crafted by nuns, has opened its doors in downtown Birmingham on North Old Woodward Avenue. According to the patisserie’s website, “St Roger Abbey is heir to centuries of experience in products finely prepared, using only organic ingredients. From one generation to the next, the skills of the craft patisserie industry have been handed down through the monasteries.” Inside, the cozy café ev

“Buns and Patties” is a fitting name for a new burger joint set to open in downtown Berkley in early 2026. The casual eatery will have late night hours and is owned by three childhood friends— David Pinkhasov , Mark Isakov and Vlad Shamayev . “There’s a huge gap in late-night dining options around here,” said co-owner David Pinkhasov. “We wanted to create a spot where people can count on great food and a fun vibe after a concert, a shift, or a night out.” The trio has worked

ORA Detroit , is the latest addition to restaurateur Mario Camaj’s portfolio of restaurants which includes Tallulah Wine Bar & Bistro , Birmingham, ZANA , Birmingham, BESA , downtown Detroit. Camaj is a partner of the newly opened Franklin Oyster Bar & Eatery . ORA Detroit is located at the corner of Congress and Shelby streets inside the historic former Bankers Trust Building. “ORA Detroit is designed to be Detroit’s premier gathering place, a space that evolves throughou

Ferndale’s dining scene just got a little hotter. Ferndale resident and restaurateur Dana Taucher has launched her latest venture, Smokehaus Ferndale , located at 177 Vester, directly across the street from her first restaurant, Syndicate . Taucher has been in the restaurant business since she was 16, starting out as a server. After the challenges of Covid, she decided it was time for a change — and began developing the concept for Syndicate, which opened in September 2023.

Joe Vicari Restaurant Group’s Andiamo Italian Chophouse will be the anchor restaurant inside the new JW Marriott Detroit Water Square when it opens in early 2027. Andiamo Italian Chophouse at Water Square will build on the success of the group’s chophouse locations in Las Vegas, Clinton Township and Fenton. Located on the former site of Joe Louis Arena , the restaurant will feature floor to ceiling windows, with seating for approximately 200 guests indoors, with additional

Anchored in Detroit’s historic Eastern Market at 2442 Riopelle, Marrow in the Market has opened as the next evolution of the award-winning Marrow in West Village . This innovative Butcher’s Brasserie blends meat processing, dining, and hospitality under one roof, honoring Eastern Market’s legacy as the heart of Detroit’s food culture. The 14,000-square-foot building—originally built in 1909 and most recently occupied by Capital Poultry—has been reimagined as a vibrant culina

The Beverly , a New American comfort restaurant from Travis Fourmont and Executive Chef Norman Valenti , is set to open in November. Fourmont and Valenti are the acclaimed duo behind Detroit’s Bar Pigalle . Located in the heart of Berkley at the corner of Beverly Boulevard and Coolidge, The Beverly is designed to reflect the community it calls home — casual, unintimidating, and a beacon of good times. “When I think of Berkley, I think of family and a strong sense of commun

Eastern Market’s newest addition, Full Measure Brewery , is the result of decades-long passion and friendship among three seasoned brewers — Dr. Dennis “Skip” Elmer Jr , and husband and wife team, Mike Bardallis and Annette May . “We’ve dedicated much of our lives to learning everything we can about beer and beer culture around the world,” the trio states on their website. “One thing we know for sure — beer is for sharing. We’ve tried to use our knowledge to present you with

Bar Gabi , a modern Romanian restaurant from husband-and-wife chefs Gabriel and Gabriela Botezan , will debut this fall in Hazel Park. Located in the space formerly home to Frame and FRAMEbar — where the Botezans first made their mark with a series of inventive pop-ups — Bar Gabi marks the couple’s first permanent restaurant and their most personal project yet. Though the Botezans built their reputation locally with Italian cooking at places like Bacco and Adelina , Bar Gab

Cibo Detroit , located at 600 W. Lafayette Blvd., has debuted a bold new “Social Dining Experience” menu. Curated by Executive Chef Richard Williams , the revamped menu embraces shareable plates and family-style dining to foster conversation and connection. Known for its inventive, seasonal dishes and hand-crafted cocktails, Cibo now offers a more curated menu that highlights global flavors and local ingredients. The experience encourages guests to enjoy a lively, communal me