sweetgreen has opened its first Michigan location in Birmingham – the 170th location for the restaurant brand. The new location at 167 North Old Woodward Avenue will be followed by two additional Michigan restaurants in Ann Arbor on the University of Michigan campus, and in Troy, both slated to open this fall. “When we began to explore our expansion into the Midwest, we took notice of Michigan’s commitment to providing healthy options to its residents and wanted to be a part

A new underground cocktail bar is coming to Detroit’s Milwaukee Junction neighborhood. Located beneath Oak & Reel’s restaurant, The Upright is a cozy bar and lounge serving craft cocktails and small plates in an intimate and welcoming setting. Upon entering the bar, guests find themselves in a stylish and curious space, featuring timeless and eclectic design elements. The cocktail bar provides seating for about 30 patrons including small booths, tables and bar seating.  A wel

Hollywood Casino at Greektown has named Chef Petro Drakopoulous as its new executive chef. In his new post, Drakopoulous will helm all of the restaurant and culinary operations at Hollywood Casino at Greektown, including Prism steakhouse, Barstool Sportsbook, the newly reimagined Rock Bar, the Monroe Market food hall and all hotel banquets. Chef Petro joins the operation following two years as Executive Chef and Director of Food and Beverage at Detroit’s Atheneum Hotel. Chef

Chef Max Goeke and the culinary team at Adam Merkel Restaurants have designed a new weekend brunch menu for Pinky’s Rooftop, which includes their popular Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar, plus a full revamped food menu. “Our new brunch menu was designed entirely with our guests in mind. Based on feedback between dishes they love, and others they wanted to see, Chef Max Goeke developed this one-of-a-kind menu that will delight all diners and become a staple in the metro Detroit brun

Later this fall, CB2, a home furnishing store owned by Crate & Barrel Holdings, will occupy the northeast corner of Old Woodward and Maple in downtown Birmingham. The space was formerly occupied by Panera Bread and Bakehouse46.  Panera Bread shut down its Birmingham operation while Bakehouse46 has established their new digs just a short walk away at 250 W. Maple Road, in the former home of Adventures in Toys location. Bakehouse46 began as a collaboration between the Cupcake S

There are several notable changes in Midtown Detroit’s restaurant scene. The Peterboro, a casual Chinese American restaurant located in the historic Chinatown area of Midtown, has temporarily shut down its operation. The popular eatery opened in 2016, and is part of the Detroit Optimist Society, a hospitality group that operates Sugar House, Wright & Company, Grandma Bob’s, Honest John’s, Bad Luck Bar, and others. “During these trying restaurant times we will be using the nex

Prime + Proper opened in 2017 in the iconic Capital Park Loft building, Detroit. The restaurant is owned by Heirloom Hospitality, founded by Jeremy Sasson, whose portfolio also includes Townhouse Detroit, Townhouse Birmingham as well as Cash Only Supper Club. Detroit. Prime + Proper prides itself on providing a modern interpretation of the classic American Steakhouse. The menu, designed by executive chef partner Anthony DiRienzo, features a raw bar, caviar, salads, steaks, en