ANN ARBOR
BLUE LLAMA JAZZ CLUB
New Orleans jazz meets downtown Ann Arbor with live music every night and world-inspired cuisine. A favorite spot for locals, visitors, and fans attending a sporting event.
314 S. Main St., Ann Arbor, 48104, 734-372-3200
THE CHOP HOUSE
An elegant steakhouse destination featuring grain-fed beef like filet mignon and New York strip — usually a great spot before or after a U-M football game.
322 S. Main St., Ann Arbor, 888-456-3463
GANDY DANCER
Located in the elegantly restored 1886 Michigan Central Depot railroad station made from stone, the Gandy Dancer specializes in seafood, steak, and pasta dishes. 401 Depot St., Ann Arbor, 734-769-0592.
PAESANO RESTAURANT & WINE BAR
A cozy atmosphere featuring rustic Italian dishes with an emphasis on regional preparations. The menu also boasts variety, offering dishes such as duck ravioli and barbequed ribs flavored with orange molasses and vinegar. 3411 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor, 734-971-0484
ZINGERMAN’S ROADHOUSE
A down-to-earth establishment, Zingerman’s serves fresh regional American foods. Entrées include Uncle Joe Burroughs’ Southern fried whole catfish platter, rainbow trout, and Alaskan halibut. 2501 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor, 734-663-3663
Auburn Hills
LELLI’S OF AUBURN HILLS
This Italian restaurant is known for its filet mignon with zip sauce, a 32-oz. porterhouse, and tableside Caesar salad. Originally located in Detroit. 885 Opdyke Rd., Auburn Hills, 248-373-4440
Birmingham
220 MERRILL
220 Merrill is a modern and chic upscale restaurant specializing in American cuisine. 220 E Merrill St., Birmingham, 248-646-2220
Birmingham Pub
Enjoy a sophisticated twist to the classic gastropub experience with an inviting ambience that’s casual and comfortable, with luxe touches and urban chic details. 555 S. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham, 248-885-8108
CASA PERNOI
Casa Pernoi, located in Birmingham’s Triangle District, is best known for its famous bread basket, which is baked in-house. The food is all scratch-made in this Trattoria-style casual Italian restaurant, featuring homemade pastas, wild-caught seafood, local vegetables in season, and locally raised meats. 310 E. Maple Rd., Birmingham, 248-940-0000
FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR
This steakhouse, accompanying a menu complete with aged prime beef and fresh seafood, offers a renowned wine list with more than 100 selections. 323 N. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham, 248-723-0134
FOREST
Located in Birmingham’s Triangle District, diners can watch as the culinary team prepares charcuterie and traditional bistro dishes behind glass windows. The chef emphasizes fresh, local ingredients. 753 Forest Ave., Birmingham, 248-258-9400
HAZEL’S SEASONAL SEAFOOD
This seafood restaurant offers diverse options all year long, with rotating regional offerings from some of the best-known seafood destinations in the country. 1 Peabody St., Birmingham, 248-671-1714
HYDE PARK PRIME STEAKHOUSE
The popular downtown venue offers both traditional and specialty steaks, including dry-aged reserve prime offerings, as well as shrimp and lobster tail. 201 S. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham, 248-594-4369
Madam
The new downtown establishment, located inside the Daxton Hotel, serves American cuisine and beverages. Entrées include scallops, flat iron steak, and steelhead trout. 298 S. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham, 248-283-4200
PHOENICIA
A unique and refined menu for Middle Eastern cuisine, inspired by Old World Beirut. Owner Sameer Eid selects the finest cuts of meat every morning and uses them in specialty dishes such as the baba ghanoush and hashwi with lamb confit. 588 S. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham, 248-644-3122
RUGBY GRILLE
Tucked inside Birmingham’s Townsend Hotel, the Rugby Grille offers steaks, seafood, and racks of lamb. Or sit outside on the expansive sidewalk patio, which offers a great view of who’s coming in and out of the main entrance doors. 100 Townsend St., Birmingham, 248-642-5999
TOWNHOUSE
Located in downtown Birmingham, this American bistro serves up everything from lobster rolls to footlong cheesesteaks, and has an extensive alcohol selection. 180 Pierce St., Birmingham, 248-792-5241
ZANA
Zana offers a modern American menu with a European flair. Its ambience celebrates the fusion of art, aesthetics, and food. 210 S. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham, 248-800-6568
Bloomfield Hills
ANDIAMO BLOOMFIELD
The Italian eatery offers a range of traditional dishes such as ravioli and lasagna, along with premium cuts of beef. 6676 Telegraph Rd., Bloomfield Hills, 248-865-9300
EDDIE MERLOT’S
This is the first and only Eddie Merlot’s in Michigan and, in keeping with the restaurant’s mantra, it provides top-of-the-line steaks and seafood. 37000 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, 248-712-4095
JOE MUER SEAFOOD
Joe Muer Seafood in Bloomfield Hills is the second Muer seafood restaurant in the region. The menu is the same, and the décor is distinctive with a central bar, black-and-white marble floors, live acts, and an extensive wine collection. 39475 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, 248-792-9609
ROADSIDE B&G
This bar and grill is retro-themed and specializes in everything from burgers, ribs, and fish and chips to steaks and seafood. 1727 S. Telegraph Rd., Bloomfield Township, 248-858-7270
Canton Township
ANTONIO’S CUCINA ITALIANA
Family recipes feature authentic Italian cuisine like linguine primavera, ravioli, and cannelloni, that truly reflects the Old Country. The location is one of four Antonio’s restaurants in metro Detroit, along with Roman Village in Dearborn. 2220 N. Canton Center Rd., Canton, 734-981-9800
Clarkston
VIA BOLOGNA
Designed to remind customers of the romantic atmosphere of European dining, this Italian restaurant specializes in pastas, veal, chicken, and fish entrées. 7071 Dixie Hwy., Clarkston, 248-620-8500
Clinton Township
THE BREWERY RESTAURANT
A casual American restaurant featuring upscale, world-class cuisine including steak, chops, fresh seafood, and daily specials. 39950 Hayes, Clinton Township, 586-286-3020
BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE
From the chic atmosphere to world-class service, signature Northern Italian cuisine, and fine wines and cocktails, this Italian restaurant is a go-to for any occasion. 17420 Hall Rd., Clinton Township, 586-263-7310
Dearborn
ROMAN VILLAGE CUCINA ITALIANA
This family-owned restaurant sticks to its traditional Italian roots and uses family recipes. For example, their polenta consists of cornmeal topped with Italian sausage and meat sauce. 9924 Dix Ave., Dearborn, 313-842-2100
Dearborn Heights
ANTONIO’S CUCINA ITALIAN
This location, just as the Rugiero family’s other locations, produces its own pasta daily. Apart from ravioli Florentine or mannicotti, pair their fresh gnocchi with the house special pancetta and mushroom sauce. 26356 Ford Rd., Dearborn Heights, 313-278-6000
Detroit
ALPINO
Situated at 1426 Bagley St. in Detroit, Alpino is rooted in an Alpine tradition where cattle adorned with oversized cowbells and flower crowns are led down the mountains by local farmers in early fall. The menu includes mountain cheeses, fondue, La Valaisanne tomato soup, gurkensalat, pasta, meat, fish including walleye, and wienerschnitzel, steak, spatzle, and more. Desserts include buttermilk panna cotta, rosette, bonet, rhubarb tarte, and carrot and strawberry torte. 1426 Bagley St., Detroit, 313-524-0888
ANDIAMO RIVERFRONT
Located on the Detroit River in the Renaissance Center, this scenic eatery offers authentic Italian dishes including ravioli and lasagna, and has numerous wine selections. 400 GM Renaissance Center, Detroit, 313-567-6700
THE APPARATUS ROOM
Housed in the former Detroit Fire Department Headquarters that is now the 100-room Foundation Hotel, the Apparatus Room features regional riffs on traditional American dishes. Entrées include braised farm chicken, lamb shank, and seafood bourride. 250 W. Larned, Detroit, 313-800-5600
BASAN
Tucked neatly into the ground floor of the historic Eddystone and a mere stone’s throw from Little Caesar’s Arena, Basan is a marriage of distinctive food and inimitable beverages with a lifestyle of hospitality. 2703 Park Ave., Detroit, 313-481-2703
BESA
An exceptional modern dining experience in a 1917 building featuring cuisine inspired by the Adriatic Sea. 600 Woodward Ave., Detroit
CAUCUS CLUB
The Caucus Club, which originally opened in 1952 and then closed in 2012, is enjoying new life and new ownership in the Penobscot Building. House favorites include tenderloin steak bites, roast prime beef, and pan-seared halibut. 150 W. Congress, Detroit, 313-965-4970
CUISINE RESTAURANT
Set in New Center, this quaint French-American restaurant is located inside a residential manor and offers seared sea scallops, beef tenderloin, and roasted Alaskan halibut. 670 Lothrop St., Detroit, 313-872-5110
D.Prime
Inside MGM Grand Detroit, D.PRIME features a modern twist on flame-grilled steaks, signature cocktails, and a fresh atmosphere. 1777 3rd St., 313-465-1645
GIOVANNI’S RISTORANTE
A recipient of a DiRoNA award for being among the best restaurants in North America, Giovanni’s is a cozy Italian eatery offering ravioli, lasagna, and gnocchi. Guests have included Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. 330 S. Oakwood, Detroit, 313-841-0122
HIGHLANDS DETROIT
Atop the Renaissance Center downtown, Highlands Detroit offers a riff on a traditional steakhouse with starters like squash and coconut soup, second courses including Spanish octopus, and classic steakhouse third courses such as an 8 oz. New York strip, a Wagyu skirt steak, sea scallops, and more. 400 Renaissance Center, Floor 71, Detroit, 313-877-9090
HIROKI – SAN
Deeply rooted in Japanese tradition and technique, the menu is overseen by highly regarded Japanese Executive Chef Hiroki Fujiyama Hiroki-San’s ultra-marbly Wagyu steaks are cut from cattle raised in Japan’s Miyazaki, Kagawa, and Hokkaido prefectures. Fresh seafood flies in twice weekly from Tokyo’s Toyosu Market. 1265 Washington Blvd., Detroit,, 313-597-8344
JOE MUER SEAFOOD
With sweeping views of the Detroit River and a newly-redesigned interior, the menu offers seafood dishes, sushi, and classics such as Dover sole, whitefish, and surf and turf. There’s also a piano bar and a small patio. 400 Renaissance Center, 313-567-6837
LE SUPREME
Located in the iconic Book Tower, Le Supreme is a Parisian-inspired brasserie offering French fare and seating at the restaurant’s bar, alfresco, or in its elegant dining room. The menu includes appetizers such as shrimp cocktail, lobster cocktail, and oysters, steak tartare, and wild mushroom tart. Main courses include gnocchi a la Parisienne, omelette Francaise, trout Amandine, Mediterranean sea bass filet, and filet mignon. 1265 Washington Blvd., Detroit, 313-597-7734
THE LONDON CHOP HOUSE
Renovated and paying homage to the original restaurant, The London Chop House is like dining in private luxury. Also harkening back to the original restaurant, the new establishment serves old favorites like a porterhouse steak. 155 West Congress, Detroit, 313-962-0277
MAD NICE
This Italian restaurant in midtown Detroit offers a modern menu surrounded by coastal chic décor and Mid-century Modern design with smooth, sophisticated service. 4129 Second Ave., Detroit, 313-558-8000
OAK & REEL
Oak & Reel is run by Michelin-starred chef Jared Gadbaw and sources the freshest seafood, kissed by flames fueled by an oak-burning hearth. It features house-made pasta, oysters, octopus, halibut, Dover sole, steak, and more. 2921 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit, 313-270-9600
PARC AT CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK
Parc combines contemporary Detroit cuisine with French and Mediterranean flavors in a vibrant atmosphere featuring modern design. 800 Woodward Ave., Detroit, 313-922-7272,
PRIME + PROPER
Aiming to be Detroit’s premier steakhouse, Prime + Proper dry-ages all meats in-house and offers 100 percent USDA prime beef and lamb, as well as seafood. In the lower level is a truly private bar called Cash Only. 1145 Griswold, Detroit, 248-294-0700
PRISM
Winner of the Best Steakhouse award from Hour Detroit magazine and located in Greektown’s Hollywood casino, Prism delivers a sensory overload from appetizers through desserts, thanks to their award-winning dishes, renowned musical accompaniment, and stylish décor overlooking the Detroit skyline. 555 E. Lafayette St., Detroit
SAN MORELLO
Located in the Shinola Hotel, San Morello is a hip, trendy Italian restaurant. Specialties include wood-fired pizza and handmade pasta with seasonal ingredients. 1400 Woodward Ave., Detroit, 313-209-4700
SELDEN STANDARD
This seasonally driven restaurant allows guests to enjoy flavors born on local farms and captured at the peak of the season, for ultimate taste and quality. The eatery offers meals such as seasonal flatbread, grilled trout, and charred octopus, as well as local brews and craft cocktails. 3921 Second Ave., Detroit
THE STATLER FRENCH AMERICAN BISTRO
Nestled in the center of Detroit’s entertainment district, this French bistro and market offers classic French-influenced cuisine with a slightly modern twist, crafted by Certified Master Chef Daniel Scannell, one of only 72 certified master chefs in the U.S. 313 Park Ave., Detroit, 313-463-7111
SYMPOSIA
Located in the Atheneum Suites Hotel on Brush Street, Symposia offers Mediterranean cuisine inspired by Greece, Italy, and Spain. 1000 Brush St., Detroit, 313-962-9366
TABLE NO. 2 RESTAURANT
Greektown’s Table No. 2 offers a three-course meal with ingredients sourced from local farmers’ markets served alongside live entertainment. 1045 Brush St., Detroit, 313-340-9550
THE WHITNEY
Detroit’s most iconic mansion, this historic eatery retains all of its charm and refinement while appealing to contemporary tastes with offerings such as bourbon beef Wellington, bourbon-glazed salmon, and crispy pan-
roasted duck. 4421 Woodward Ave., 313-832-5700
WRIGHT & CO.
This restaurant offers contemporary American food, small-plates style, along with craft cocktails. The menu typically features nine plates and three desserts, which change with the seasons. 1500 Woodward Ave., Second Floor, Detroit, 313-962-7711
Farmington Hills
ANTONIO’S CUCINA ITALIANA
Signature dishes include gnocchi Rita, chicken Antonio, various veal dishes, and pizzas — all in an Italian countryside setting. 37646 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, 248-994-4000
CAFÉ CORTINA
This Farmington Hills restaurant may be the best-kept secret in metro Detroit. A garden provides fresh ingredients like arugula, basil, eggplant, peppers, and tomatoes for the Northern Italian cuisine. 30715 W. 10 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, 248-474-3033
HONG HUA
With more than 80 years of combined experience, the chefs at Hong Hua offer guests authentic Chinese cuisine like Peking duck in an upscale setting. Other selections include stir-fried choice rib-eye, king of the sea, and Phoenix nest. 27925 Orchard Lake Rd., Farmington Hills, 248-489-2280
STEVEN LELLI’S ON THE GREEN
Located at Copper Creek Golf Course, Lelli’s Inn continues the tradition started in 1939, serving filet mignon with zip sauce, bone-in filet mignon, and veal marsala. 27925 Golf Pointe Blvd., Farmington Hills, 248-994-1111
Grosse Pointe Farms
The Bronze door
This restaurant offers a modern reimagining of several classic dishes including shrimp scampi, stroganoff, fried chicken, and burgers alongside a lineup of classic steak, pork, and lamb chops. 123 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Farms, 313-886-8101
DIRTY DOG JAZZ CAFÉ
In an intimate pub atmosphere, this restaurant provides live music along with entrées such as Vietnamese short ribs, confit chicken fettuccine, and braised pork chops. 97 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Farms, 313-882-5299
Grosse Pointe Woods
DA EDOARDO
Family-owned by the Barbieri family for more than 25 years, Da Edoardo offers rich Italian cuisine like fettuccine Alfredo, tuna au poivre, and veal saltimbocca. 19767 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods, 313-881-8540
Lexington
EMILIO’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE
Located at Lakeview Hills Country Club, Emilio’s Steakhouse offers first-in-class dining and service. 6560 East Peck Rd., Lexington, 810-359-7333
Livonia
ANTONIO’S PICCOLO RISTORANTE
This upscale casual, family-owned restaurant is decorated with oil paintings and mosaics on its walls and serves its fan-favorite linguine with white clam sauce, as well as a fresh, steamed mussels appetizer, and spaghetti carbonara. A full carry-out menu is available. Everything, including the gelato, is made in-house in this authentic Italian restaurant. 31735 Plymouth Rd., Livonia, 734-513-8000
FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE
An ideal setting for entertaining clients, this restaurant offers award-winning steak and seafood, including New York strip, bone-in rib-eye, and double breast of chicken. Desserts can easily be shared. 17400 Haggerty Rd., Livonia, 734-542-9463
MITCHELL’S FISH MARKET
Fish so fresh, the menu is printed twice daily. Mitchell’s provides a wide array of fish, and their crab cakes are a guest favorite. 17600 Haggerty Rd., 734-464-3663
Northville
GAUCHO STEAK HOUSE
This authentic Brazilian steakhouse offers a vibrant atmosphere and 17 types of unlimited meats including filet mignon, rib-eye, and lombo com parmesao. 39550 W. Seven Mile, Northville, 248-380-7770
HYDE PARK PRIME STEAKHOUSE
The venue offers both traditional and specialty steaks, including dry-aged reserve prime offerings, as well as shrimp and lobster tail. 17107 Haggerty Rd., Northville Township, 248-679-0007
Novi
BRENTWOOD GRILLE
Chefs Steve Allen and Chuck “Rocky” Rachwitz offer local American, favorites including filet mignon, shrimp Provencal, and lake perch sauté. The restaurant pays homage to its former occupant, Steve & Rocky’s, by keeping a number of signature menu items. 43150 Grand River Ave., Novi
NO. SIX Prime
Serving prime steaks and seafood in an elegant setting, this Novi establishment located inside the Crowne Plaza Hotel is known for its live Maine lobster and generous cuts of beef. 27000 S. Karevich Dr., Novi, 248-308-5100
TOASTED OAK GRILL & MARKET
Located in the Baronette Renaissance Hotel next to Twelve Oaks Mall, the upbeat restaurant offers an array of steak and seafood prepared in-house, including grilled pizza, Lake Huron trout, local grass-fed rib-eye, and Creekstone Farms tenderloin. 27790 Novi Rd., Novi, 248-277-6000
Plymouth
LA BISTECCA ITALIAN GRILLE
The Grille offers pollo alla picatta and an array of steak and seafood such as a 16-oz. New York strip and salmon al griglia. All steak is certified Piedmontese beef. 39405 Plymouth Rd., Plymouth, 734-254-0400
Plymouth township
CANTORO TRATTORIA
This restaurant offers a selection of homemade gelatos, cannoli, breads baked fresh daily, and a cheese room. Hundreds of wines complement appetizers, salads, fish, meats, seafoods, pastas, and pizzas. 15550 N. Haggerty Rd., Plymouth Township, 734-667-1199
Rochester
PARK 600 BAR + KITCHEN AT THE ROYAL PARK HOTEL
Park 600 bar + kitchen is a well-appointed restaurant that has memorable flavors and locally sourced foods. The expansive menu features Indian Brook rainbow trout, Asian-styled pork shank, and pasta carbonara. 600 E. University, Rochester, 248-453-8732
ROCHESTER CHOP HOUSE
The Kruse and Muer restaurant offers great, affordable steaks, chops, Australian lamb chops, and seafood such as Maine lobster tails and stuffed shrimp. 306 Main St., Rochester, 248-651-2266
SILVER SPOON RISTORANTE
A new location that embraces the culture and feel of dining in Italy. There are plenty of homemade dishes to satisfy any palate. 534 Main St., Rochester, 248-652-4500
Rochester Hills
MITCHELL’S FISH MARKET
Fish so fresh, the menu is printed twice daily. Mitchell’s provides a wide array of fish, and their crab cakes are a guest favorite. 370 N. Adams Rd., Rochester Hills, 248-340-5900
Romulus
REFLECTIONS
Located inside The Westin at Detroit Metropolitan Airport, Reflections offers a contemporary setting with a modern American menu that provides a wide array of options including pasta, salads, and soups. 2501 Worldgateway Place, Detroit, 734-229-6782
Roseville
MR. PAUL’S CHOPHOUSE
This family-operated restaurant offers exceptional steak, seafood, and pasta in a club-like setting. Beef and fish are delivered to the restaurant twice daily, in order to keep meals fresh. 29850 Groesbeck Hwy., Roseville, 586-777-7770
Taylor
PETE’S PLACE
Fresh food and great service has been the motto for the past 30 years. A new addition has taken the motto a step further to include 40 draft beers, 26 of which are Michigan craft beers. The menu includes an array of salads, sandwiches, pasta, and more. 12245 Telegraph Rd., Taylor, 734-374-0088
Troy
THE CAPITAL GRILLE
Located at Somerset Collection North, the Capital Grille offers prime steaks and seafood, accompanied by an extensive wine list. 2800 W. Big Beaver Rd., Troy, 248-649-5300
EDDIE V’S PRIME SEAFOOD
Eddie V’s offers fresh seafood, a wide selection of steaks, jazz played by local musicians, and more than 300 wines. 2100 W. Big Beaver Rd., Troy, 248-649-7319
MON JIN LAU
Enjoy cuisine infused with Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Korean, and Vietnamese influences, a lengthy sushi list, and a lively atmosphere. Menu selections include cashew chicken, Mongolian rack of lamb, and spicy Korean pork chop. 1515 E. Maple Rd., Troy, 248-689-2332
MORTON’S STEAKHOUSE
Enjoy an intimate setting among lush wood tones and unique caricatures — it’s as close to an Old World steak and seafood club as you can get, and famous for its large portions. 888 W. Big Beaver Rd., Troy, 248-404-9845
OCEAN PRIME
This contemporary version of a rich American supper club is an award-winning steakhouse that offers prime beef and seafood on its made-from-scratch menu. 2915 Coolidge Hwy., Troy, 248-458-0500
RUTH’S CHRIS STEAKHOUSE
With more than 40 years of rich history, Ruth’s Chris boasts an extensive offering of steak and seafood, and an award-winning wine list. Steak selections include filet, New York strip, and porterhouse. Well located near I-75. 755 W. Big Beaver Rd., Troy, 248-269-8424
STONEY RIVER STEAKHOUSE AND GRILL
An upscale steakhouse specializing in hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood selections, signature salads, and house specialties. Lunch and dinner specialties include steak and biscuits, wild mushroom meatloaf, and burgers, sandwiches, and bistro chicken. 155 W. Big Beaver Rd., Troy, 248-925-4730
Utica
FILIPPA’S WINE BARREL
A tradition in dining excellence for more than 40 years, Filippa’s offers quality steaks and seafood, but the hand-rubbed, sweet-sauced ribs are a favorite. 45125 Mound Rd., Utica, 586-254-1311
Warren
ANDIAMO WARREN
The flagship location of a bustling Italian franchise. Joe Vicari’s Andiamo Italian Steakhouse features cuts of premium beef and seafood, and tableside Caesar salad, cordials, and a dessert cart. It has all the ambience of an upscale steakhouse. 7096 E. 14 Mile, Warren, 586-268-3200
Washington Township
BAR VERONA
With a thoughtfully chosen menu and locally sourced ingredients, Bar Verona strives to deliver cuisine that is fresh and uncomplicated, yet unique and refined. 59145 Van Dyke Ave., Washington Township, 586-473-0700
West Bloomfield
PRIME29 STEAKHOUSE
A contemporary steakhouse featuring prime cuts of seafood and beef aged for 29 days. The 24-oz. bone-in rib-eye is a restaurant specialty. 6545 Orchard Lake Rd., West Bloomfield, 248-737-7463
Compiled by DBusiness
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