Sidecar Slider Bar , a Michigan-based gourmet slider restaurant, continues its expansion with a new location in Bloomfield Township. Founded in early 2016 by Dan Linnen and his business partner Stephen Simon , the brand has quickly become a Metro Detroit favorite, now boasting nine locations and growing. The newest restaurant, located at 1952 S. Telegraph Road just north of Carl’s Golfland, marks an important milestone for the company. Owned and operated by Gary Glorio , it

Samy Eid , owner of Chickpea Hospitality , announced in his newsletter a strategic new chapter for Birmingham’s Forest as the restaurant celebrates its 10-year anniversary. Drawing on past success—particularly a transformative 2009 remodel of Phoenicia —Eid emphasizes the importance of periodic reinvestment to maintain competitiveness and avoid stagnation in the hospitality industry. Forest temporarily closed March 28 for a full remodel, with reopening planned for early May

Sandra Haro and Jose Granados , the sister-and-brother team behind Mezcal Mexican Bar & Kitchen have expanded their footprint in downtown Ferndale with the opening of Balam Coffee & Wine . The café, wine bar and gathering space is located at 207 E. Nine Mile Road. Balam is located just steps from their original restaurant, which opened in late 2021. The café will feature traditional Mexican coffee beverages including: Mazapan, inspired by the iconic De la Rosa peanut candy

Little Bella’s Pizza & Wine Bar has officially opened at 100 S. Main Street in Royal Oak. The restaurant sits just below its rooftop counterpart, Bella Limone , which debuted in August and is described on its website as “the darker, late-night sister to Bella Limone—a subterranean escape where handmade dough, bright tomatoes, and uncompromising wine do the talking...curated for the midnight crowd.” Like Bella Limone, Little Bella’s is part of the Adam Merkel Restaurant Group

After 11 years, Jolly Pumpkin Pizzeria and Brewery located in Midtown Detroit has closed its doors. A social media post from the owners expressed thanks to their customers and hinted at a new location opening in the future. “We are so grateful for the love, support, and memories you’ve shared with us over the years, it has truly meant everything,” the post said. “This isn’t goodbye, just see you soon. JP will be back in Detroit, and we can’t wait to share what’s next.” The e