Hazel, Ravines and Downtown, popularly known as HRD, first created a casual, fresh-seafood focused menu takeover called “Hazel’s Lobster Pound” in the summer of 2019, and it’s back! From the start, owners Beth Hussey and Emmele Herrold wanted to make a splash with something they were so passionate about – bringing an authentic taste of some of their favorite travels closer to home. At the time, finding a proper lobster roll in the area wasn’t very common. Herrold and Hussey k

Townhouse Detroit opened in 2015, at the beginning of Detroit’s burgeoning restaurant scene, and now owner Jeremy Sasson says it’s time for a renovation. The new space will be a departure from its former aesthetic, which embodied the industrial history of the Motor City with dark wood accents, polished concrete floors, leather upholstered chairs, a heavy use of metalwork and mason jar light fixtures. The Heirloom Hospitality team has tapped local firm Parini Design to create

Detroit newcomer Supergeil at 2442 Michigan Avenue is the latest venture from David Landrum, owner of Two James Spirits, which is conveniently located just across the street. Housed in a beautifully restored 1900’s Corktown brick structure, Landrum says Supergeil’s interior creates an environment that is organic and lively with the use of hanging plants, Spanish tiles and warm woods. Chef Brendan McCall, formerly of Ann Arbor’s Mani Osteria and Isalita, will serve as chef de

With miles of shoreline in the Detroit metro area, one would think that waterfront dining options would be plentiful – however, this is not the case. Filling this void along the shores of Lake St. Clair is The Continental – the renowned Ford House estate’s brand-new restaurant, which is incorporated into the property’s recent 40,000 square foot visitor center addition. Executive Chef Michael Keys presents a modern twist on classic fare and Detroit favorites. “The menu was hea

The iconic Statler Hotel was erected in Detroit in 1915, and was known for hosting many celebs in its day, including Harry Houdini, who stayed there during his last performance. The hotel was demolished in August of 2005, and replaced by the newly-opened City Club Apartments. Paying homage to the Statler name, the Joe Vicari Restaurant Group will open The Statler Bistro, an American/French Bistro and Market, in early September. The 175-seat restaurant will occupy half of the

Mister Dips has opened in Parker’s Alley, adjoining the Shinola Hotel in Detroit. The playful eatery serves up signature griddle burgers, waffle fries and a selection of seasonal Dairy Dips, which are specialty soft serve cones. New menu additions include the Dipsy Doozy, which they have been deemed “a thick-aaazz shake” and the Java Buzzed Boozy Doozy, a combination of sea salted vanilla, Bailey’s Irish whiskey and caramel cold brew. Brought to life by NoHo Hospitality, Mist

Famed Detroit artist Tony Roko has painted commissions for Jay Leno and Lady GaGa and now, Roko has created a series of paintings dedicated to some of his favorite local restaurants and bartenders – all for a great cause. The Restaurant Relief Fund is a collaborative initiative between Tony Roko’s Art Foundation and some of the most celebrated restaurants in the Detroit Area. After the devastating impact of the pandemic on the restaurant industry, Roko and friends in the rest