Planning a game day at Ford Field or Comerica Park and want the best places to eat within an easy walk of the action? This locally curated guide covers downtown Detroit’s most reliable options for pregame fuel and postgame meals, organized by distance, price range, and vibe. Whether you are living in Metro Detroit or moving to Metro Detroit, you will find quick counter spots for coneys and shawarma, Detroit-style and New York pies, sports bars with wings and burgers, polished steakhouses, wood-fired Italian, Lebanese mezze, rooftop lounges with skyline views, and late-night windows for a fast bite. Each entry includes hours, address, phone, website, and a clear rundown of signature dishes and drink highlights so you can book a reservation, grab takeout, or settle in with the family before first pitch or kickoff. Use this as your go-to downtown dining playbook for every Lions or Tigers home game.
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Adelina
Open: Tue-Thur (5-10pm) | Fri-Sat (4-11pm) | Sun (4-10pm)
1040 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 246-8811
Website: Adelina
A polished Italian-Mediterranean spot on Woodward, Adelina is built for pregame splurges, client dinners, and post-win celebrations. Expect house-made pastas, premium steaks and seafood, and a refined cocktail program in a sleek, downtown room steps from Campus Martius.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Starters: Focaccia with labneh and za’atar, Mozzarella in Carrozza, Octopus with garbanzo purée, Wagyu Meatball. Most run $16–$23.
- Salads: Mediterranean, Brussels Sprout, or classic Caesar, typically $17–$18.
- Pasta (made in-house): Rigatoni with Calabrian chili palomino and stracciatella ($26), Casarecce Wagyu beef Bolognese ($32), Fettuccini ai Porcini ($38), Chitarra with lobster and shrimp in arrabbiata ($42).
- Entrées: Chicken Cacciatore ($36), Faroe Island Salmon ($37), Branzino ($42), Veal Picatta ($43), Grass-Fed Australian Lamb Chops ($58), Barrel-Cut Filet Mignon ($64).
- Additions: Roasted trumpet mushrooms, tri-colored potatoes, seasonal vegetables, $12.
- Dessert: House tiramisu, zeppoli, and a rich chocolate torte, $16–$19.
- Cocktails: Signatures like Espresso Old Fashioned, Barolo Manhattan, Mediterranean Smash, Adelina-Rita; most $16–$21. Zero-proof options include Mockarita, Cucumber Cooler, and No-Jito ($12–$14).
- By-the-glass wine: Broad list spanning Italy, France, California; most pours land $12–$28.
American Coney Island
Open: Mon-Thur (10am-7pm) | Fri (10am-12am) | Sat (11am-12am) | Sun (11am-7pm)
114 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 961-7758
Website: American Coney Island
A Detroit original since 1917, American Coney Island is the quick, no-frills stop for pregame fuel or a late bite after the final out. Expect snappy Dearborn dogs, the signature Keros family chili, and counter service that moves at game speed.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Coney Island Hot Dog with chili, mustard, onions. The classic order. Most dogs historically land in the single digits.
- American Special one coney plus a loose burger on top for extra chili lovers.
- Coney Loose Burger seasoned ground beef with chili, mustard, onions.
- Chili Cheese Fries or Chili Fries for sharing before first pitch.
- Gyro Sandwich or Platter a solid non-dog option with tzatziki.
- Greek and Chicken Greek Salads with warm pita for a lighter plate.
- Chili Bowl Special plain or with beans, add toppings as you go.
- Drinks and sweets fountain sodas, coffee, hot chocolate, plus simple desserts. Budget friendly.
Basement Burger Bar
Open: Mon-Thur, Sun (11am-9pm) | Fri-Sat (11am-11pm)
1326 Brush St, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 818-3708
Website: Basement Burger Bar
This Brush Street staple is a fast, crowd-pleasing pit stop before first pitch or kickoff. Build-your-own is the move here, with hormone- and antibiotic-free beef, bison, wagyu-style, turkey, chicken, veggie, or Impossible, plus a deep bench of cheeses, toppings, and sauces. Signature stacks and game-day snacks round it out, with portions built for sharing.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Build-Your-Own Burger: Choose your protein. Ground beef, turkey, chicken, black bean, portobello, falafel, pulled pork, bison, or wagyu-style; base prices roughly $8–$11.75 before toppings.
- Signature Burgers: All-American, Bleu, Avocado, Italian Stallion, Tropical, Club, Philly, Pesto Mushroom; most $12–$15. Try the Stacked 1-Pound with four smashed patties for $16 if you are splitting.
- Appetizers: Greek Town Fries, Frickles, Mozzarella Sticks, Mac & Cheese Bacon Bites, Bavarian Pretzel Sticks, Wings; most $8.75–$16.
- Sliders: Original, Falafel, Gyro, Pulled Pork, Chicken Parmesan; $11.50 for three.
- Salads: House, Beet, Berry Beany Nutty, Chicken Caesar; $11–$15 with optional protein add-ons.
- Sides: Beer-battered fries or tots $4–$6; sweet potato fries or onion rings $4.75–$7.25. Add Detroit chili, nacho cheese, bacon, onions, or sour cream for a small upcharge.
- Weekday Lunch Deals: Monday–Friday 11 am–4 pm. Double Smash Burger, Wing Dings, Chicken Tenders, Quesadillas, and more, generally $10.95–$14.50. Not available on event days.
- Game-Day Specials: Opens early for Lions home games, with a BYO Bloody Mary menu from 9 am to noon and bucket specials.
Bookies Bar & Grille
Open: Mon-Tue (2hrs before any event) | Wed-Thur (11am-12am) | Fri-Sat (11am-1am) | Sun (11am-8pm)
2208 Cass Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
Phone: (313) 962-0319
Website: Bookies Bar & Grille
A three-level sports bar with a rooftop deck and wall-to-wall TVs, Bookies is built for pregame meetups, big groups, and postgame hangs. It runs shuttles on event days, posts daily specials, and keeps the kitchen rolling late, which makes it an easy rally point within a quick walk or ride to the ballpark.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Starters: Bookies Nachos, Bavarian pretzel sticks, mac and cheese bites, pickle fries, mozzarella sticks. Most run $8.99–$12.99.
- Wings: Jumbo bone-in wings with multiple sauces. Small or large orders typically $12–$23.
- Burgers: All-American, Tavern, and a lean Bison Burger are house staples. Most burgers land $10.99–$15.99 and include fries.
- Wraps and Sandwiches: Turkey Club Wrap, Cheesesteak, Avo-BLT, BBQ Pulled Pork. Most are $9.99–$12.99 and come with fries.
- Flatbreads and Salads: Pepperoni flatbread, Caesar salad with grilled chicken. Most items $9.99–$12.99.
- Sweet endings: Crowd favorite Bananas Foster and rotating desserts. Usually single-digit to low-teens pricing.
Buddy’s Pizza
Open: Mon-Thur (11am-10pm) | Fri-Sat (11am-11pm) | Sun (11am-9pm)
1565 Broadway St, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 765-1500
Website: Buddy’s Pizza
Detroit’s original square pizza is a natural pregame or postgame move for families and groups. Expect crisp, caramelized cheese edges, a light airy crumb, and red sauce on top, all served steps from Comerica Park. The downtown dining room also offers beer and cocktails, with a kids’ menu available.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Starters: Detroit-style cheese bread, Buddy Bread, oven-baked meatballs, wings, mozzarella sticks, fries. Most items land in the $8–$12 range.
- Soups and Salads: Minestrone plus Antipasto, Greek, House, and Caesar salads offered in Individual, Medium, and Family sizes. Typical range about $9–$18.
- The Original Detroit-Style Pizza: Build Your Own or choose Signature Squares. Expect most 4- and 8-square pies to fall in the teens to low $20s depending on toppings.
- Pastas, Sandwiches, Burgers: Classic red-sauce comfort picks and handhelds for a quick sit-down before first pitch.
- Drinks: Full bar with beer and cocktails; family friendly with a children’s menu.
Bringing kids to the game? Read our complete Comerica Park family guide
Bucharest Bar & Grill
Open: Mon-Thur (10am-11pm) | Fri (10am-1am) | Sat (11am-1am) | Sun (11am-8pm)
436 W Columbia St, Detroit, MI 48201
Phone: (313) 965-3111
Website: Bucharest Bar & Grill
A game day staple for quick, affordable fuel in Foxtown. Bucharest turns out grilled shawarmas, salads, and house specialties at speed, with the Foxtown location offering a full bar for pregame or postgame drinks. Lines move fast and portions are generous.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Shawarmas and Wraps Chicken, Beef, Lamb, Bucharest, Vegetarian, Falafel. Most are $9.95. The Shawarma Box with fries is $12.50. A 6-Pack Shawarma feeds a crew for $49.95.
- Shawarma Sticks Tortilla-wrapped and toasted. Chicken, Beef, Lamb, or Quesadilla Stick at $7.95.
- Salads Chicken Shawarma Salad $11.95–$13.95, Falafel Salad $9.95, Fatoosh $8.95 with optional protein add-ons, House Salad $8.95, Niki Salad $7.95.
- House Specialties Falafel Quesadilla $9.95, Chicken or Beef Quesadilla $9.95, Grape Leaves $9.95, Stuffed Pepper $9.95, Hummus with Veggies $8.95, Chicken Bites $7.95.
- Spreads and Sides Fries $4.50, Garlic Side $0.95, Garlic Spread $6.95, Side of Pita $1.95, Side of Hummus $0.95, Hummus Spread $6.95.
- Sliders Chicken Sliders $3.50 each or $9.95 for three. Reuben Sliders $4.25 each or $11.95 for three.
- Catering Trays Party-friendly options like 6-Pack Shawarma $49.95, Chicken Bite Tray $29.95, Fatoosh Salad Tray $24.95, Grape Leaves Tray $42.95, Hummus Tray $29.95 with protein add-ons.
Cliff Bell’s
Open: Wed-Thur (5-11pm) | Fri-Sat (5pm-12am)
2030 Park Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 961-2543
Website: Cliff Bell’s
An art-deco jazz landmark a few blocks from the parks, Cliff Bell’s pairs live music with a polished supper-club menu and a serious bar program. It is ideal for pre-show dinners, date nights, or a celebratory postgame nightcap. Weekend shows often have a small cover at the door. Reservations recommended.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Hors d’oeuvres: Crispy Shrimp 16, Oysters Rockefeller 26, Crab Stuffed Mushrooms 24, Crispy Brussels Sprouts 17, Tenderloin Tips and Mushrooms 23, Salmon Croquette 21, Half Dozen Oysters 23, Merguez Meatballs 22, Cliff Bell’s Bread 10.
- Soups and Salads: Mushroom Bisque 12, Artisan Salad 13, Classic Caesar 14, Soup du Jour market price.
- Entrées: Seared Diver Scallops 45, Overnight Braised Beef Short Rib 52, Jumbo Lump Crab Pasta 38, Ratatouille 28, Slow-Braised Lamb Shank 54, Roasted Stuffed Chicken Breast 40, 7-oz Dark-Spice Rubbed Filet 58, Shrimp and Grits 32, Pan-Seared Halibut with Herb Butter 47.
- “Those Certain Things”: Truffle Fries 17, House Specialty Mac and Cheese 13.
- Desserts and After-Dinner Drinks: Cobbler du Jour 15, Tiramisu 13, Crème Brûlée 14, Carrot Cake 14, Caramel Cinnamon Bread Pudding 14, plus Irish Coffee 13, Espresso Old Fashion 18, Spanish Coffee 15.
- Bar program: Deep whiskey and Scotch list, plus wine by the glass and classic cocktails. Most cocktails fall in the teens.
Elwood Bar & Grill
Open: Fri (4-8pm) | Sat-Sun (11am-6pm)
300 E Adams Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 962-2337
Website: Elwood Bar & Grill
A historic Art Moderne landmark tucked between Comerica Park and Ford Field, Elwood is pure game day Detroit. Quick service, a lively patio, and a menu built for handhelds make it an easy meet-up before first pitch or kickoff. Expect classic burgers, Detroit coneys, and a bar program with Michigan drafts and crowd-pleasing cocktails.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Starters: Elwood Chicken Wings 15, Chicken Quesadilla 18, Chicken Fingers 17.
- Sandwich Board: Buffalo Chicken Wrap 17, Chicken BLT 19, Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich 17, Steak Melt 19, Corned Beef Reuben 18. Served with krinkle fries.
- Burger Bar: Classic All American 17, Patty Melt 18, Mushroom Swiss 17, Bleu Burger 17, Turkey Burger 18, Garden Burger 16, Lamb Burger 19. All include fries.
- Hot Dog Heaven: Detroit Style Coney Dog 11, Stadium Dog 12, Chicago Dog 13. Certified Piedmontese beef dogs with fries.
- Chili & Salad: House chili 8; Bergdorf Salad 17 with grilled chicken, avocado, bacon, egg, beets, Gruyere, Russian dressing.
- Dessert: Soft-serve ice cream 5; Detroit Hummer 13.
- Drinks: Signature cocktails like Detroit 36, Gem Raspberry Martini, Elwood Famous Bloody Mary, plus Michigan-heavy draft and can lists; Decoy and La Marca wines by the glass.
Price range at a glance: most handhelds $16–$19, coneys $11–$13, starters $15–$18.
Grey Ghost Detroit
Open: Mon-Thur, Sun (4-11pm) | Fri-Sat (4pm-12am)
47 Watson St, Detroit, MI 48201
Phone: (313) 262-6534
Website: Grey Ghost Detroit
A chef-driven neighborhood spot between Brush Park and Midtown, Grey Ghost is known for butchery, creative small plates, and one of the strongest cocktail programs in the city. It reads like a proper dinner before the game or a celebratory postgame meal. Reservations are recommended.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Small plates: Chickpea fritter 18, crispy spring roll 16, oysters on the half shell 18, brussels sprouts 10, french fries with roasted garlic aioli 6.
- Seafood standouts: Sea scallops 38 with aji amarillo and coconut crunch, walleye 29 with charred lemon and fennel.
- Mains from the butcher’s board: Dry-aged New York strip 63 with lobster gravy, filet mignon 65 with truffle jus, pork shank 35 with gai lan and black bean, lamb chops 42 with gnocchi and goat cheese.
- Pasta and comforts: Short rib agnolotti 23 with giardiniera relish, cappelletti 25 with pancetta and black pepper sauce, house cheeseburger 15 with option to add an egg.
- Something sweet: Take-and-bake chocolate chip cookies six-pack 10 for the road, plus rotating desserts in-house.
- Signature cocktails: windfall, gilded splinter, business casual, hunter seeker. Expect thoughtful builds and spirit-forward options, typically priced in the teens.
Price range at a glance: most small plates $10–$18, mains high-20s to mid-60s.
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Hockeytown Cafe
Open: Tue & Thur (3-11pm) | Wed (4-8pm) | Fri (4pm-12am) | Sat (11am-11pm) | Sun (11am-10pm)
2301 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
Phone: (734) 679-6531
Website: Hockeytown Cafe
A Detroit sports hangout with a rooftop, big TVs, and a crowd that rolls in before Tigers and Lions games. Expect house-smoked meats, Detroit-style pies, and a family-friendly vibe steps from both stadiums. Menu and specials can change on event days, so peek at the live menu before you go.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Apps: Cheese Bread $16, Rising Stars Bavarian Pretzel $14, Smoked Chicken Nachos $19, Hockeytown Smoked Wings $18, Jumbo Loaded Tots $16, Peanut Hummus $14.
- Salads: Antipasti Salad $17, Marcus’ Chicken Caesar $18.
- Plates: Tipz & Zips beef tenderloin tips $20, OG Mac & Cheese $17, Beef Tenderloin Mac $26, Buffalo Ranch Fried Chicken Mac $24, Rooftop Pulled Pork Mac $22.
- Handhelds: American Smash burger $18, Triple Crown Burger D $20, Toasted Motown Grinder $18, Grilled Chicken Delight $18, All-American BBQ Pork $17, Footlong Chili Cheese Dog $17.
- Detroit-Style Pizza: Cheese au Naturel $16, Pepperoni $18, Caprese $18, D’Lux $19, Three Little Pigs $19, The Smokehouse $19. Sides: Mac & Cheese or Fries $7. Desserts: Ice Cream Sandwich or Summer Pastry à la Mode $12. Kids’ Menu items $10 with drink.
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Lafayette Coney Island
Open: Mon-Thur, Sun (9am-12am) | Fri-Sat (9am-2am)
118 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 964-8198
Website: Lafayette Coney Island
A no-frills Detroit classic and the other half of the city’s famous coney rivalry. Lafayette runs on speed and simplicity with natural-casing dogs, chili, mustard, and raw onion served at a standing counter or a handful of tables. It is a clutch stop before first pitch or a late-night refuel after the final buzzer. Cards accepted.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Coney Island 3.75
- Loose Hamburger 4.50
- Lafayette Special 5.50
- French Fries 3.00
- Chili French Fries 4.50
- Chili Cheese French Fries 5.50 | Add Heavy Chili or Onions +0.25, Shredded Cheese +0.75
- Chili 4.50 • Chili No Beans 4.50
- Beer 5.00 (not available for carry-out)
- Pop or Milk 1.75 • Coffee or Tea 1.50–2.25 • Bottled Water 2.00
- Pies 3.25 • Doughnuts 1.20–1.50 • Potato Chips 1.00
Leila
Open: Mon-Thur (5-10pm) | Fri (5-11pm) | Sat (4-11pm) | Sun (4-10pm)
1245 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 816-8100
Website: Leila
A refined Lebanese dining room in Capitol Park with shareable mezze, charcoal-kissed meats, and a serious wine list. It works for a pregame dinner with friends or a postgame date night, and the service moves efficiently when the neighborhood is buzzing.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Cold mezze: Hummus 13, Labneh 12, Muhammara 15, Baba Ghanouj 14, Fattoush 16, Tabbouleh 13, Cucumber and Yogurt 13, Beetroot and Feta 17, Warak grape leaves 13, Kibbeh Niyee 19, Marinated Olives 5.
- Hot mezze: Falafel 13, Batata Harra 16, Sujuk 17, Arayes seasoned lamb 19, Lahmajeen Armenian meat pie 19, Eggplant Fattah 21, Haloumi with sumac yogurt 23, Confit Garlic 15, Hummus and Hashwi ground lamb 19, Chicken Wings with za’atar and toum 24.
- Entrées: Shish Tawook 28, Shish Kafta 29, Shish Kebab ribeye 34, Deboned Chicken in Markouk 32, Mjaddara 25, Mixed Grill 44, Salmon 35, Grilled Branzino 56, Lamb Chops 72, Creekstone Ribeye 82.
- Sides: Lebanese Rice 7, French Fries 10, Roasted Cauliflower 15, Broccolini 13.
- Dessert: Lebanese Sundae 12, Sticky Date Cake 15, Lemon Tart 14, Chocolate Crème Brûlée 14, Vegan Sorbet 7, Baklava 7 or 14.
- Wine program: Deep Old World and California list with standout Lebanese selections. Chateau Musar vertical appears on the list at 160 to 245, plus a wide range of reds and whites from 38 into special-occasion tiers.
The Monarch Club
Open: Mon-Thur (5-11pm) | Fri (5pm-12am) | Sat (4pm-12am) | Sun (2-8pm)
33 John R St Penthouse, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 306-2380
Website: The Monarch Club
A polished rooftop lounge atop the Metropolitan Building with panoramic downtown views. It’s the move for golden-hour cocktails before first pitch or a celebratory nightcap after the game. Expect classic-leaning builds, a deep whiskey list, and shareable bites that travel well between rounds.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Signature cocktails: TMC Black Manhattan ($18), TMC Old Fashioned ($24), The Marilyn ($20), Naked or Afraid ($18), Must To Be ($18), Rouge Express ($20).
- Wine & spirits: Broad by-the-glass selection and strong whiskey list; most pours and cocktails land in the high-teens to low-20s.
- Food: Short menu of rooftop-friendly shareables and snacks; typical pricing from the low-teens to low-20s.
Mom’s Spaghetti
Open: Mon-Wed (4pm-12am) | Thur-Sun (11am-12am)
2131 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
Phone: (313) 888-8388
Website: Mom’s Spaghetti
Slim, fast, and exactly what it sounds like. Eminem’s walk-up window serves spaghetti, meatballs, and the cult-favorite S’ghitti Sandwich right on Woodward. It’s a quick grab before first pitch or an easy late bite on the way out.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Spaghetti: Regular $8 or Large $11
- Spaghetti with Balls: $10 / $14
- Spaghetti with Rabbit Balls (vegan): $11 / $15
- Spaghetti with Bolognese: $10 / $14
- S’ghitti Sandwich: $12
- Make it Marshall Style: +$0.75
- Bolognese Sandwich: $13
- Extras: Meatballs $4, Veg Balls $6, Garlic Bread $1
- Drinks: Pepsi products and water $3
Mootz Pizzeria + Bar
Open: Mon-Thur, Sun (11am-11pm) | Fri-Sat (11am-12am)
1230 Library St, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 243-1230
Website: Mootz Pizzeria + Bar
A lively New York–style pizzeria and bar a short walk from both stadiums. The pies come from a team led by six-time World Pizza Champion Bruno DiFabio, with crisp crusts, quality toppings, and a full menu of Italian comfort mains, salads, and pastas. Great for families and groups before first pitch or after the final out.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Starters: Burrata ($15.99), Garlic Knots ($13.99), Nonna Meatballs ($16.99), Truffled Bumblebee ($15.99), Steak Tips with Zip Sauce ($19.99), Lasagna Fritta ($16.99), Broccoli Rabe & Sausage ($15.99).
- Salads: Italian Chopped ($14.99 personal, $18.99 shareable), Library Salad ($14.99 personal, $18.99 shareable), Garden ($7.99 personal, $12.99 shareable), Caesar ($9.99 personal, $14.99 shareable). Add chicken ($8.99), salmon ($14.99), shrimp ($12.99), meatballs ($8.99), tenderloin tips ($15.99).
- New York pizza (10" four slices or 14" eight slices): The New York Classic ($15.99 / $23.99), Bee Sting with hot honey ($18.99 / $29.99), Uptown & The Bronx ($18.99 / $29.99), Holy Cheesus ($18.99 / $29.99), Beast of Burden ($18.99 / $29.99), Margherita ($18.99 / $29.99), Fungi ($18.99 / $29.99), Grandma ($18.99 / $29.99).
- Entrées: Chicken Parmesan ($26.99), Eggplant Parmesan ($25.99), Chicken Milanese ($23.99), Sunday Sauce & Meatballs ($22.99).
- Pasta: Gemelli Pasta with sausage and mushrooms ($24.99), The Belt Gnocchi ($22.99), Cajun Salmon Alfredo ($27.99), Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo ($21.99), Shrimp Scampi ($25.99), Penne Vodka ($24.99).
- Dessert: 7-Layer Chocolate Fudge Cake ($10.00).
- Drinks: Full bar with cocktails, beer, and wine; see drink menu for current selections.
Parc
Open: Mon-Fri (11am-10:30pm) | Sat (10:30am-10:30pm) | Sun (10:30am-8:30pm)
800 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 922-7272
Website: Parc
Glass-walled and right on Campus Martius, Parc is a downtown showpiece with wood-fired steaks, polished service, and city-view seating. It works for client lunches, pregame dinners, or a celebratory postgame nightcap.
Menu highlights and price guide:
- Shareables: Charred Burrata ($21), Truffle Fries ($15), Chili Shrimp Ceviche ($19), Grilled Bacon ($16).
- Soup + Salads: White Bean Soup ($13), Kale & Arugula Caesar ($15), Parc Chopped ($16), Northern Fields ($16), Woodward Salad ($24). Add Chicken ($9), Scottish Salmon ($17), Grilled Shrimp ($12), Filet Tips ($12).
- Sandwiches: Crispy Chicken Sandwich ($19), Chicken Shawarma Wrap ($18), Parc Burger ($21), Key West Shrimp Tacos ($18), Tenderloin Tacos ($21).
- Parc Classics (lunch): Cast-Iron Filet Tips ($24), Braised Lamb Sugo ($32), Steak & Bolognese ($42), Short Rib Chilaquiles ($23), Salmon Croquets ($23), Zucchini + Feta Omelet ($21).
- Entrées (dinner): Scottish Salmon ($37), Pan-Roasted Halibut ($42), Braised Short Rib ($46), Wild Boar Chops ($47), Wood Grilled Chicken ($34), Steak & Bolognese ($59).
- Wood-Fired Steaks: Filet ($58), New York Strip ($67); Cowboy Ribeye (MP), Kansas City Strip (MP).
- Sides: Street Corn Gratin ($12), Asparagus a la Plancha ($15), Yukon Mashed Potatoes ($16), Truffle Fries ($17), Crispy Brussels Sprouts ($15).
- Brunch picks: Lemon Ricotta Pancakes ($23), Classic French Toast ($22), Peach Cobbler Baked Pancake ($24), Cast Iron Steak & Eggs ($27), Eggs Benedict ($24), Proper Breakfast ($21). Sides: Truffle Parmesan Hash Rosti ($17), Applewood Bacon ($12), Classic Breakfast Potatoes ($8).
- Wines by the glass: Broad list spanning Old World and California; most pours fall $13–$31.
Pegasus Taverna
Open: Mon-Thur, Sun (11:30am-11pm) | Fri-Sat (11:30am-2am)
558 Monroe St, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 964-6800
Website: Pegasus Taverna
A Greektown staple known for tableside saganaki, hearty classics, and big-group energy. It’s a quick walk to the parks and a reliable choice for generous portions, solid prices, and a long menu that covers seafood, lamb, pasta, and gyros.
Menu highlights and price guide:
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Cold appetizers: Tzadziki $9.00, Hummus $8.00, Mykonos Dip $11.00, Stuffed Grape Leaves $11.00, Chilled Baby Octopus $18.00, Appetizer Combination (Pekilia) $18.00.
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Hot appetizers: Saganaki “Opa!” $12.00, Saganaki Loukaneko $12.00, Fried Calamari $14.00, Keftethakia meatballs $10.00, Tiropitakia $10.00, Zucchini Fritters $10.00.
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Soups & salads: Lemon Rice Soup $7.00; Classic Greek $12.00, Greek Village $12.00, Athens Spinach $14.00, Caesar $11.00. Add-ons: Gyros $7.00, Chicken $6.00, Shrimp $8.00, Salmon $9.00, Octopus $9.00.
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Greek specialties: Spanakotiropeta $18.00, Moussaka $19.00–$20.00, Pastitsio $20.00, Greek Trio $21.00, Stuffed Grape Leaves entrée $17.00–$19.00, Combination Platter $32.00, Plato’s Platter $45.00.
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Lamb favorites: Lamb Shank $32.00, Yuvetsake $29.00, Arnaki with Rosa Marina $28.00, Broiled Shish Kebab $25.00; Lamb Chops: 3-piece $39.00, 4-piece $50.00.
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From the kitchen & grill: Pegasus Shrimp $23.00, Broiled Bronzini (sea bass) $33.00, Broiled Salmon $28.00, Fried Shrimp $22.00, Fish & Chips $22.00; Grilled Pork Chops (2) $16.00; 14 oz New York Strip $36.00, 14 oz Ribeye $36.00.
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Chicken & pasta: Chicken Gyros $16.00, Chicken Lemonato $20.00, Grilled Chicken Kebob $18.00; Spaghetti Spetsofai $18.00, Macaronatha $14.00 (add meatballs $6.00), Greek-style meat sauce $16.00 (add meatballs $6.00), Tourkolimano $25.00, Macaronatha with Lamb $30.00.
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Sides: Spanakorizo $8.00, French Fries $4.00, Roasted Potatoes $5.00, Green Beans or Peas $7.00, Pita Bread $1.00.
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Desserts: Baklava $7.00, Loukoumades $7.00, Tiramisu $8.00, Cheesecake with Strawberries $8.00, Giourti yogurt with honey $7.00, Rice Pudding $7.00.
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Wine list: Greek and international selections by the glass typically $9–$13; bottles start in the $34 range, with deeper options available.
Prime + Proper
Open: Mon-Thur, Sun (4-10pm) | Fri-Sat (4-11pm)
1145 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 636-3100
Website: Prime + Proper
A destination steakhouse built for celebrations and client dinners, Prime + Proper pairs a serious raw bar and wood-fired USDA Prime program with rare cuts, caviar service, and impeccable sides. Expect white-tablecloth polish, a deep wine list, and a lively bar with its own bites.
Menu highlights and price guide:
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Raw bar & specialties: Oysters (East & West, MP), Shrimp Cocktail (MP), Alaskan King Crab (MP), Proper Plateau (MP); Bigeye Tuna Crudo (MP), Dry-Aged Steak Tartare (MP), Salmon Pâté (MP).
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Appetizers: Zucchini & Eggplant Chips (MP), Roasted Bone Marrow (MP), Chicken-Fried Lobster (MP), Octopus (MP), Vegetable Crudités (MP).
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Salads: Caesar, Proper Chopped, P+P Louie, Wedge (MP).
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USDA Prime steaks + chops (wood-fired): Porterhouse 32 oz (MP), Bone-In New York Strip 18 oz (MP), Cowboy Ribeye 20 oz (MP), Tomahawk Ribeye 42 oz (MP), Lamb Chops (MP), Heritage Berkshire Bone-In Pork Chop (MP), Filet Mignon (MP).
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Rare Cuts (butcher shop selections): American Wagyu (MP), Australian Wagyu NY Strip 12 oz (MP), Japanese A5 Wagyu (MP), Nashville Whiskey-Aged Cowboy Ribeye 20 oz (MP), 45–90 Day Dry-Aged Porterhouse 28 oz (MP), Bone-In NY Strip 18 oz (MP).
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Proper Seafood (à la carte): Tableside Dover Sole (MP), Wood-Fired Branzino (MP), Colossal Prawns (MP), Scallops (MP), Ora King Salmon (MP), Whole Lobster Risotto (MP).
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Potatoes & sides: Pommes Frites (MP), Pommes Purée (MP), King Crab au Gratin (MP), Beef Fat Marble Potatoes (MP), Proper Hash Brown (MP); Asparagus, Wood-Fired Broccoli, Carrots, Mac & Cheese, Mushrooms, Onion Rings, Ricotta Gnocchi (MP).
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Bar menu bites (prices shown): Tater Tots ($10), Halloumi ($12), Salmon Crispy Rice ($16), Prosciutto + Chips ($19); The Top Dog wagyu hot dog ($18), Hot Honey Fried Chicken ($16), Ham + Cheese ($17), Lobster Roll ($29), P+P Burger ($19).
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Caviar + bubbles: Noir Osetra 1 oz ($40), Platinum Osetra 1 oz ($80), Grandeur Osetra 1 oz ($97); Champagne by the glass/bottle available.
San Morello
Open: Mon-Thur, Sun (7-11am, 11:30am-2:30pm, 5-10pm) | Fri-Sat (7-11am, 11:30am-2:30pm, 5-11pm)
1400 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 209-4700
Website: San Morello
Andrew Carmellini’s wood-fired Italian kitchen inside the Shinola Hotel turns out rustic pastas, blistered pies, and aperitivo-friendly cocktails. It’s an easy pregame dinner or a refined late bite, with quick bar seating and a lively dining room steps from both stadiums.
Menu highlights and price guide:
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Spritz & aperitivo bites: Aperol, Hugo, Montenegro, Tricolore, Limoncello spritzes ($16 each); Tarallini Misti ($4), Marinated Olives ($7), Sheep’s Milk Ricotta with sea salt & herbs ($12), Prosciutto di San Daniele ($18).
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Antipasti: Marinated Olives ($8), Focaccia al Pomodoro ($10), AC’s Famous Sheep’s Milk Ricotta with hot honey & garlic ($19), Burrata Crostini ($16), Insalata Arugula with figs & speck ($19), Octopus Spiedini ($22), Beet Carpaccio ($18), Tuna Crudo ($21), Heirloom Tomatoes ($18), Carmellini’s Lamb Meatballs ($16).
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Wood-fired pizza: The OG with pepperoni, ’nduja, Fresno chili ($26), Classic Margherita ($25), Sicilian with fennel sausage & pistachio pesto ($28).
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Secondi & sandwiches: Casarecce with pesto & stracciatella ($27), Campanelle Pomodoro ($26), Fusili with vodka sugo, pink shrimp, zucchini ($28), Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe ($25), Mezzi Rigatoni lamb bolognese, sheep’s milk ricotta, mint ($32), “The Sandwich” slow-roasted beef with Italian peppers & provolone ($23), Chicken Milanese Sandwich ($23), Wood-Fired Chicken with farro verde & lemon vinaigrette ($29).
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Dolci: Gelato ($9), Sorbetto ($9), Sicilian Pistachio Cake ($15), Sweet Cream Panna Cotta with berries ($15).
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House cocktails: Limoncello Royale ($16), Strega Drop ($19), Tricolore Spritz ($16), Maestro 200 ($18), Sucker Punch ($18), Orange Ruby Fizz ($17), Prima Classe ($18), C&C Negroni ($17), Smoky Luigi ($18).
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Spirit-free, beer & wine: Faux Daisy ($18), No-Groni ($16), Cucumber Thyme ($12); Michigan drafts typically $8–$9; by-the-glass wines generally $15–$25.
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Sexy Steak
Open: Mon-Thur, Sun (5-10pm) | Fri-Sat (5-11pm)
1942 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 403-1000
Website: Sexy Steak
A stylish Italian steakhouse fit for a night out before or after the game. Expect raw bar staples, seafood towers, pastas, and premium steaks, with a sleek room and upbeat vibe. Halal-friendly proteins are available on select dishes.
Menu highlights and price guide:
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Oysters: Mignonette ($20), Grilled ($21), Rockefeller ($23).
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Cold bar: Shrimp Cocktail ($24), Carpaccio ($22), “Titanic” seafood tower ($245 for 2–3 people; $395 for 4–6).
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Insalata: Caesar ($17 pp), Burrata ($19), Rustica salad ($15).
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Antipasto: Fritto Misto ($21), Spicy Shrimp Diavolo ($24), Sausage and Peppers ($21), Wagyu Meatballs ($21), Wagyu Pastrami ($58).
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Steaks & mains: Selection of USDA Prime steaks, chops, and seafood; ask for daily cuts and pricing.
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Drinks: Full cocktail, wine, and spirits list; see drinks menu for current offerings, with cocktails typically in the mid-teens to low-$20s.
Tin Roof Detroit
Open: Mon-Fri (11am-2am) | Sat-Sun (10am-2am)
47 E Adams Ave St, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 422-7711
Website: Tin Roof Detroit
A high-energy, live-music joint steps from Comerica Park with a crowd-pleasing Southern-leaning menu. It’s an easy pregame meet-up or postgame hang with quick service, shareables, and plenty of handhelds.
Menu highlights and price guide:
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Appetizers: Cantina Salsa ($6), World Famous Queso ($8), Jalapeño Hot Poppers ($10.5), Fried Pickles ($7.5), Mozzarella Sticks ($9), Loaded Tots ($11, add chili +$3), Big Sloppy Nachos ($13.25, add pulled chicken or chili +$3).
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Smash Burgers (served with fries or side): The Roof Burger ($12.5), Cheeseburger ($12.5), Roadie ($12.5), Popper Topper ($13.5), Demonreuben ($13.25), BarBQ ($14), Black Diamond ($13.25), Bacon Cheeseburger ($13.5).
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Tacos: Single $5 or Pick 3 $14 — Chicken Tinga, ’Merican, Avocado, Pulled Chicken.
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Quesadillas: Chicken & Jack ($12, Buffalo/KC BBQ/Honey Hot + $1), Street Corn ($11.5), Garden ($12), Bacon ’N Shrimp ($14.25), South x Southwest ($12.5).
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Sandwiches & Wraps (with fries or side): Buffalo Chicken Wrap ($12.75), Nashville Hot Chicken ($13), Classic “T” turkey club ($13), Chick Chick Wrap ($12.5), Philly Cheesesteak ($13.5), Shrimp Po’ Boy ($14.25).
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World-Famous Chicken Tenders: 3 Jumbo Buttermilk Tenders with fries ($13.5) and choice of sauce.
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Wings: 8 Jumbo Wings ($13.25) with sauces like Buffalo, KC BBQ, Honey Hot, Bourbon Teriyaki, Aji-Mango, Memphis Rib Rub, Lemon Pepper, Carolina Gold, Alabama White BBQ and more.
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Salads: Ranch Crunch Bowl ($12.5), The Green Room ($11.5). Add grilled or buttermilk fried chicken +$4; fried or grilled shrimp +$6.
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Sides: Slaw ($3.5), Potato Salad ($4), House Salad ($4.5, add avocado +$2), Tater Tots ($5), Fries ($5), Onion Rings ($7).
Union Assembly
Open: Mon-Thur, Sun (11am-12am) | Fri-Sat (11am-2am)
2131 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
Phone: (313) 636-6000
Website: Union Assembly
Casual, stadium-adjacent comfort food with Detroit flair. Union Assembly handles big groups, pregame meetups, and late bites with fast service, shareables, and a full bar. It sits next to Mom’s Spaghetti on Woodward, so it’s an easy walk to either park.
Menu highlights and price guide:
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Snacks & starters: Fries & Dips $9, Fried Chicken Sliders $16, Triple Pepper Buffalo Wings $16, Disco Fries $14, Assembly Bread $10, Baked Pimento Cheese Dip $12, Union Mac & Cheese half order $12.
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Soups: Vegan Cauliflower $9; Today’s Soup $9.
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Salads & veggies: Little Gem Caesar $11 small • $16 large, House Greens $9 small • $13 large, Cucumber Kale Salad $12, Italian Chop $18. Add grilled chicken $9 or 4 oz teres major $13.
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Hand-helds: Baseline Burger $18 (Double $21, Triple $24), Impossible Burger $12; Paul’s Reuben $19; Company Chicken Sandwich $19; Chicken Parm Sandwich $18; Eggplant Parm Sandwich $16.
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Grind Line sandwiches: Lord Stanley Tucci $20, Grilled Steak $20, Roasted Veggie $16, Crispy Whitefish $20.
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Detroit-style pizza: Three Cheese $13, Traditional pepperoni $16, The White $17, Eastsider $19, The Coney $15, Chicken & Waffle $15.
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A la carte mains: 8 oz Teres Major $25, Cornmeal-Crusted Whitefish $17, Plated Parm (chicken or eggplant) $18.
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Sides: Sour Cream Mashers $8, Creamy Slaw $8, Tuscan Green Beans $9, Polenta $7, Roasted Vegetables $7.
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Kids: All items $8 and served with a pop cup.
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Sweets: Galette $9, Salted Caramel Bumpy Cake $7, Rotating Cheesecake $10.
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Drinks: House originals like Berry Necessary $14, Tequila Mockingbird $13, John Delorean $13, Southern Solstice $16, Golden Hour $14; House Limoncello $10; Tin Can Cocktails Mule $13.
Vicente’s Cuban Cuisine
Open: Mon-Thur (11am-10pm) | Fri-Sat (11am-12am) | Sun (12-9pm)
1250 Library St, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 962-8800
Website: Vicente’s Cuban Cuisine
Downtown Detroit’s go-to for classic Cuban comfort—ropa vieja, lechón, paella, and mojitos—served in a lively dining room a short walk from both stadiums. Portions are generous and the menu runs from quick pressed sandwiches to shareable showpieces.
Menu highlights and price guide:
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Tapas: Tapa de la Casa roasted pork & plantains ($15), Gambas al Ajillo garlic shrimp ($16), Croquetas ($15), Empanadas ($15), Chorizos con Setas ($16), Tortilla Española ($12).
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Sandwiches (with plantain chips on Cuban bread): Cubano Grande ($15), Pan con Lechón ($15), Pan con Bistec ($15), Sand de Pollo ($15), Sand de Portobello ($15), Sand de Salmón ($15).
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Meats: Palomilla grilled top-round steak ($26), Lechón Asado marinated roast pork ($26–$20 depending on menu version), Ropa Vieja shredded beef ($26), Churrasco con Chimichurri steak ($39), Chilindrón de Cordero braised lamb shank ($37).
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Poultry: Pollo con Camarones chicken with shrimp & zucchini ($26), Arroz con Pollo ($24), Pollo al Limón parmesan lemon chicken ($26), Pato a la Naranja roasted duck with orange sauce ($35), Pollo a la Diabla spicy tomato-chile sauce ($24).
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Seafood: Trucha al Modo Mío trout with artichokes & capers ($28), Zarzuela mixed seafood stew ($48), Camarones Criollos shrimp in criollo sauce ($19), Langosta Criolla lobster in tomato-garlic sauce ($32), Salmón a la Parrilla grilled salmon ($32).
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Paella (serves two; allow ~45 minutes): Paella Cubana ($72), Paella Marinera ($66).
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Sides: Plátanos Maduros sweet plantains ($7), Yuca Frita ($7), Yuca con Mojo ($9), Arroz Blanco ($4), Arroz con Azafrán ($4), Frijoles Negros ($6), Ensalada/House Salad ($6).
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Salads & Soup: Aguacate a la Vinagreta avocado salad ($16), Salmón Salad ($19), Ensalada de Pollo a la Parrilla ($15), César ($15), Crema de Langosta lobster bisque ($7).
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Desserts & drinks: Tres Leches ($10), Housemade Flan ($10), Crème Brûlée ($10); Cuban sodas & coffee drinks: Café Cubano ($3), Cappuccino ($6), Materva/Jupiña ($3).
Wright & Company
Open: Tue-Thur (5-11pm) | Fri (5pm-12am) | Sat (4pm-12am)
1500 Woodward Ave floor 2, Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 962-7711
Website: Wright & Company
A second-floor gem in the historic Wright-Kay building known for elevated small plates, polished cocktails, and city views. It’s perfect for a pregame meetup or a relaxed postgame share-plate session.
Menu highlights and price guide:
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Signature shareables: Artisanal Cheese Board, Jerk-spiced Chickpeas, Cornbread with garlic butter, Sweet Potatoes with Mexican chili crisp, Pork Belly Sliders, Crab Salad Sliders, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, House-made Potato Chips with cheddar sauce and bacon, Michigan Mushroom Pâté, Burrata. Most small plates typically land $12–$24.
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Bigger bites: Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Crab Gnocchi, Local Blue Oyster Mushrooms, Wild Line-Caught Walleye, Grilled Sea Scallops, Adobo-Scented Chicken Breast, Creekstone Farms Bistro Tender. Mains commonly fall $22–$38.
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Late Night Menu (Fri–Sat 10 pm–12 am): Pork Belly Sliders, Green Circle Chicken Wings with garlic caramel, Sweet Potatoes, Shaved Cucumber Caesar, Crab Salad Sliders, House-made Chips, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Crispy Chicken Sandwich.
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Happy Hour at the bar (Tue–Fri 5–7 pm): Cocktails $10 each — Aperol Spritz, Old Fashioned, Margarita, Martini, Cosmopolitan, French 75.
From quick counter bites to polished sit-down dinners, downtown Detroit has everything you need within a short walk of both stadiums. Use this guide to plan a pregame fuel-up, a family-friendly meal, a date-night stop, or a late-night bite after the final whistle. You will find coneys and shawarma, Detroit-style and New York pies, upscale steakhouses, wood-fired Italian, Lebanese mezze, rooftop cocktails, and lively sports bars, all with hours, pricing, and what to order. Game nights fill fast, so reserve ahead when possible, check event-day hours, and consider the People Mover or QLINE to beat traffic. If you are living in Metro Detroit or moving to Metro Detroit, bookmark this page and come back often. We update it as menus change so your next trip to Ford Field or Comerica Park is easy, delicious, and exactly what you had in mind.
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