The Tallulah Group, which owns Birmingham’s Tallulah Wine Bar & Bistro and BESA in Detroit, has added a third restaurant to their portfolio. ZANA will make its debut at the end of October in the space formerly occupied by Bird & the Bread and Vinotecca in downtown Birmingham. Partners Mario Camaj and Johnny Prenci plan to establish their restaurant and bar as ‘the’ neighborhood gathering spot by offering something for everyone. “Our priority at Zana is to become a staple in t

Royal Oak has a new Indian restaurant located on Main Street in the former location of Bean & Leaf Coffee. Samuel Islam, owner of Royal Oak Masala, has served authentic Indian cuisine for over 26 years and is also the former owner of Main Street Kitchen in Clawson. On Royal Oak Masala’s extensive menu, diners will find classic Indian favorites featuring chicken, fish and lamb as well as different varieties of biryani, tandoori, Indo-Chinese and vegetarian dishes.  Popular ent

The Papas family, who is known for making its mark on Greektown, owning and operating the Atheneum Suite Hotel and Conference Center, A Bar, Pegasus Taverna, Mosaic and Santorini Estiatorio, has added a new destination to their roster: Symposia, a Mediterranean-inspired fine dining restaurant located within the Atheneum Suite Hotel. Featuring a menu created by Executive Chef Elliot Patti, Symposia highlights the Mediterranean region inspired by Greece, Italy, Spain and more.

Hazel’s co-owners Beth Hussey and Executive Chef Emmele Herrold have revealed a new menu of dishes inspired by the Pacific Northwest. “The Pacific Northwest menu was always the hardest to do,” Herrold said. “There aren’t as many foods we specifically identify with that region as we do other areas we highlight – like Maine lobster during the summer.” Therefore, she and Hussey jetted off to research what will be an expanded menu that reflects the Pacific Coast, top-to-bottom. S

Hometown Restaurant Group, owner of Tigerlily and others, has officially opened Mai Tiki bar in Ferndale. The island getaway themed establishment is nestled behind a semi-concealed door on the side of the Tigerlily dining room. Part speakeasy and full-on tiki themed, all who pass through the entrance are carried away by the scent of tropical fruits and rum-based cocktails to a seaside paradise adorned with island relics and coastal views in every direction. Focusing on craft

Back in June, Metro Intelligencer covered the opening of Mezcal Mexican Bar & Kitchen in Ferndale. The establishment is owned and operated by brother and sister team Jose Granados & Sandra Haro, who have been dedicated to providing customers with a full cultural experience of Mexican art, flavors, culture and of course mezcal. Business has been good, and the eatery has already expanded into the space next door, creating seating for an additional 36 guests, which will service