New American Restaurants near Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

“It's not often I leave a 5/5 review. Although I haven't tried everything on the menu, I had the Slam Dunk sandwich, and it surely didn't disappoint. The roast beef was tender and extremely juicy, not too fatty, and the sautéed onions and havarti cheese added just enough flavor, but not too much to overpower the roast beef and roasted hogie bun. Fries are superb ? well done guys! I'll be back“

“Had the absolute best experience. I've frequented a few Michelin star restaurants and the Highlands definitely deserves one! Took my boyfriend for his birthday, and we both got different courses so combined we tried 6 dishes - the bread and butter is superb, loved the prawns, tuna crudo is fantastic, NY strip cooked to perfection. Highly recommend!!“

“The wine collection is impressive The food was very good Unfortunately as I was leaving with guests from France!!! I was followed by the staff yelling “we need a signed copy of the bill”. It was embarrassing and made me look like someone playing games to avoid paying his bill..... Will think twice before coming back.“

“We came here for our anniversary and had a good experience. I loved the staycation cocktail, the calamari and the the sea scallops were the best I’ve ever had. Sadly the lamb appetizer was over cooked and the prime rib was chewy. Not great. It was also served with burnt hummus. Our waitress was good to me but seemed irritated with us that the steak wasn’t great. We won’t be rushing back any time soon. But we love Detroit and trying new restaurants.“

“We had a great dinner experience. The many other reviews recommending the soft pretzel w/ beer cheese sauce are right on; it is one of the best pretzels ever. The burger with fries, and chicken wrap were good as well. The service was very friendly and speedy. We will definitely revisit!“

“This place was great. Probably the best meal I've had in a long time-service and food quality wise. Came to celebrate a birthday during a weeknight. Not too busy. A nice modern ambiance that still has some old styles to it including artwork. Open kitchen concept where you can see the prep work for your meal. Our table had the prime rib burgers and steak and frites. The burger was one of the best tasting burgers I have had in a long time and the steak was so tender!! Service was great, and although Olin has pricier items the portion sizes you get match the value. I would highly recommend this spot for date nights, double dates, post work drinks, and smaller celebrations!“

“This will forever be my favorite spot in Detroit to splurge. Every time I go here I am amazed at the Chef's Choice preset menu. The cocktail and wine program is 12/10. Highly recommended.Vegetarian options: They ask about dietary restrictions when they greet you and all vegan and vegetarian dishes are clearly marked on the menuDietary restrictions: They ask about dietary restrictions when they greet you and all vegan and vegetarian dishes are clearly marked on the menuParking: Street parking only. Can get busy around 7pm“

“Amazing customer service, food, entertainment and overall experience. I have yet to purchase something that I didn't enjoy. Not too many places have live entertainment anymore either so this is definitely a treasure.Parking: Ample parking in the back.“

“Tyler is a stellar bartender, extremely knowledgeable, and friendly. The food was an absolute delight. The soft shell crab tacos are a great way to start your dining experience, don't forget a flight of their in house crafted beer or guest tap ciders. Perfect dinner date atmosphere. This is a Detroit must try!“

“I was on the fence about this place because of the motel it's connected to, but the food turned out to be really good.Only thing I would change is the coffee ( wasn't that good ) and the size of the coffee cup, other than that it's a 4 star.“

“Aptly named, Standby is still the best restaurant + cocktail bar in Detroit. Whenever I'm downtown, I'm hard pressed to choose to go elsewhere because I just honestly would prefer to be here. The cocktails are consistently spectacular, and the rotating food menu is always enticing and delicious. I also consistently receive exceptional service. Top this off with an immaculate vibe, and you've got the makings of, well, a standby. I've come with family to celebrate birthdays, with friends to toast to a promotion, with my husband for an intimate date night, and solo when I just wanted to treat myself. Because of the seasonal menu rotations, there is always something new and interesting to sip or bite. A constant cocktail on the menu that I highly recommend is called the Snake in the Grass. But the best cocktail I had here was called the Black Beretta and was made with clementine sherbet and black sesame - outstanding! I also love that they have a rotating "break-even bottle" - where you can get a taste of typically pricey pours of whiskey, tequila, etc. for just as much money as it costs for them to break even on the bottle.“

“The Charlevoix continues to impress. The food choices are inspired and fun - try everything! Some things I never would have thought to try have been incredible (carrot tostadas have no business being this good). They also serve the best Ole Fashioned in town, and have Sea Quench on tap.Vegetarian options: Plenty of vegetarian options, including the tostadas and the smoked tofu sandwich (don't skip this, it's insanely good).Parking: Parking lot is right across the street at the intersection corner.“

“It’s a guy for security there. Ponytail with glasses, caramel skin! I was violated , lions lost and a guy who I was giving a fist pump too lifted my shirt up and this security overheard me and was ready to kick him out! All my friends were gone and this guy made me feel so safe and protected he was ready to GOOOOO! I’m forever grateful for him and told him it wasn’t necessary I won’t be back! But by all means he’s a gem! Thank you sir!“

“Have come here a few times since moving to Detroit. It's in a very old mostly abandoned industrial part of the city along the Detroit River, made better by nice new development nearby, adjoining a portion of the beautiful Detroit River Walk, and on a strip near the Atwater Grill with other businesses. Very nostalgic looking business whose interior including bathrooms have certainly seen better days, but made comfortable by the nice wait staff and VERY HOSPITABLE owner who is most always available and a pleasure to chat with. Generally speaking the food here is very good. I'd call this a must visit little foray into old Detroit, where you can get a nice meal and drinks well off the beaten path. I like it.“

“Parking here sucks but the coffee and pastries are very good. There are tons of vegan options for drinks and a good amount for food. There's a small sitting area in the back, and the line can end up filling the seating area. If you want to sit and chill, I'd go to another red hook location. All of the other ones have more seating. This one, though, has the best vibes tbh. Make sure you get whatever food you order warmed up it makes it 10 times better.Dietary restrictions: They have all the vegan milk options and vegan quick bites“

“The food was fantastic, I had one of my favorite burgers ever, the service was great, and they are an inclusive restaurant according to the sign in the bathroom which I like. We had one of the nicest waiters I’ve ever had, he was very kind and relatable. Will go again if I am ever in town!Vegetarian options: I think there were a few vegetarian options but I can’t quite remember.Kid-friendliness: It’s loud but if your kid doesn’t mind that it’s fine.“

“Some dishes are hit and miss. Didn't like the Ravioli or Smelt but loved the 2 piece Cod and Turkey Dinner. Hard to beat the value as they give you a ton of food, and cooked fresh. Been going a lot the last 6 months, and the service is on point.“

“Listen guys! I’m speaking to my Detroit natives and my tourists.. this place is the place to BE! Yesterday I visited this establishment and I had ‘what I thought’ was the best experience but after returning for seconds the VERY NEXT DAY… I’d have to say that each time I visit the experience gets better and better. I absolutely love this place. Not only because it’s black owned but because they stand on straight business. The food was exceptional And you can tell that they take pride in providing quality service. I order the pasta 10/10, the sweet & spicy shrimp 10/10 & the chicken sandwich 10/10.. no exaggeration.. yeah so check them out“

“We held a "mercy meal" here, after a family funeral. The food was absolutely spectacular, exceeded all expectations. The staff was very courteous, fast, and accommodating.We had a last-minute request, and they did not even bat an eyelash getting everything distributed the way that we needed to.“

“Though the outside is unassuming, the food here is absolutely delicious. You would never know that you could find some of the best American food in metro Detroit in a strip mall in Eastpointe. The spicy cheese curds are a must, and this place is known for having great wings. They also grill a mean burger. The bartender was super friendly, even offering us free candy while we waited for our order. We will definitely be back!“

“I don’t know where to start so let me say two words THE BEST! I’ve tried everything in their menu from the breakfast section to the salads… the food is fresh, you can taste the high quality, the atmosphere is great and very family friendly. All their staff are super friendly and they are always happy. I highly recommend “

“Tuesdays are $1.50 coney island hotdogs. I ordered but the toppings of chilli mustard diced onion was REALLY what I paid for. Today I spoke to one of the delightful (and Gorgeous!) waitresses and told her I hoped to have EXTRA not OVER the top onions and mustard and what I got were THE BEST CONEYS!!! I paid a small UPCHARGE but boy was it worth every penny! Way to go Antonio's Coney Island STILL with the best Coney AROUND“

“The Chicken Greek Salad was fresh and crisp! Very Generous with the Feta cheese and the Chicken Breast was seasoned and grilled to Perfection! I enjoyed the Garbanzo beans and the freshly cut Cucumbers! Their prices are very reasonable compared to EVERY OTHER OPTION…including McDonald’s these days with the Skyrocketing Inflation RateThe server was attentive and friendly! The server asked if I would mind waiting while she brewed a fresh pot of coffee for me.The restrooms were immaculate and pleasant to use! I dine out often and the amount of effort and care that the operators are rendering is impressive!Keep up the great service“

“Stumbled upon this place while working in the area. Stopped in and gave it a try. Besides the spring roll and the pork skewer, I wasn't really sure what I got. All I can say is it was all very delicious. They gave me a serving of the soup for free. I think I was a ginger soup and that was super tasty. The dish that came with rice kind of had a resemblance of chili or a stew, but it was really good. I believe it had Chicken in it. I would go back there again.“

“Always a great time! If you’re sitting at tables Brittany is one of the best! Alexis and James behind the bar are outstanding as well! Food is always good, drinks are great, service is top tier. Doesn’t get much better than a night at Johnnys!“

“Jumps is an excellent restraunt, and I highly recommend breakfast and lunch. I would recommend dinner as well, but unfortunately, they are not open. The rumor is that they will start dinners again in the near future.The Cheff Chet is exceptional and makes some very unique and amazing meals. Not your everyday bacon and eggs.“

“Good, though for us was not up to the reputation. Best part was ambiance - lovely. Our server was super nice. Cocktails were a hit. Main food was good. Slightly small portions than expected. Dessert was a definite disappointment. Avoid the pineapple cake. Like really avoid it.“

“Great food for GP, which, for a community of wealth, has a dearth of good eateries. Fish and chips I had were nice and not greasy, fries on point. I'm glad that they had Pacific beer, it's a great beer with low alcohol content.Took awhile for the bartender to come around a couple of times, especially for a slow afternoon, so we didn't get to order as soon as would have liked, although maybe he thought we were just engaged in a conversation and didn't want to interrupt.Atmosphere here was kinda tired when they opened awhile back. Now it's exhausted and could really use something, ANYTHING, to make it inviting. I've seen better decoration in a trailer park.That said, I would rather go there for food and friends than anywhere else in the area.“

“We went for Sunday breakfast & to my surprise, it wasn't as busy as I expected for a Sunday morning. The food was alright- standard, casual American fare, nothing extraordinary. Nonetheless, it was tasty & our waitress Rosa delivered great service. Oh, and despite its unassuming exterior, the interior of the place is quite charming!!“

“Everything was wonderful! The view of the city & fountain by the windows was beautiful and the food was amazing. Our server Dorian was integral to facilitating one of the best dinners I’ve had on the day of mine & my partners’ anniversary, with a wonderful dessert brought out to celebrate. What a memorable occasion, thank you Dorian!“

“11:30 a.m. on a Tuesday and the parking lot (front & side, at least) are full but the overflow has space.All the look of a 50's style diner, right down to the music which was loud enough to hear but quiet enough to talk (i.e., perfect volume). OK, the ladies aren't wearing poodle skirts but they were a bit sexist. The server greeted me quickly but seemed a bit overwhelmed as she was the only one working the floor at the time. Understandable considering the number of diners to deal with at the time. She was pleasant despite the workload and checked in several times after my meal arrived.All the accouterments one expects at a diner right down to the creamer and jam.Menu is pretty broad, especially where sandwiches are concerned. Fish sandwiches, gyros, burgers, hot dogs (Coney, plain, etc.), melts. A fairly substantial breakfast section and salads & soups round it out well.I went with the Classic burger & fries. The burger is huge & the amount of fries is substantial. I ordered the burger medium but it came medium-well. It wasn't juicy like it should've been but was flavorful still.Next time I'll sit at the counter (missed that on the way in). There's a drive-thru in case you want to "grab and go", too.An FYI: if you pay by plastic, you will pay the credit card charge. I don't mind, but I was unaware.I'd definitely return.Parking: Parking near building is tight, about 12 spaces, but there is overflow.Kid-friendliness: It's a diner, it's friendly to the wee onesWheelchair accessibility: The doors are sensor activated & wide. There's ample room for maneuvering inside, too. Sidewalk around seems a bit narrow (but I'm not in a chair)“

“This beautiful corner spot is easily one of my newest favorites in Detroit. The decor is comfortable and vibrant with an amazing menu and plenty of caviar. I suggest the Wagyu shared plate. Classy was sensational, upbeat, friendly and guided us through the menu flawlessly.“

“I’m new to the area and ordered pizza and breadsticks from here a couple weeks ago..it was delicious.. Today, I found myself too lazy to cook for myself again and again I put my trust into passport pizza. I was not disappointed. This time I tried the bone in wings. Boy oh boy, when I tell you they were the best carry out wings I have ever had.. I mean it..I was unsure about the mango habanero sauce so it was suggested when I ordered that I get them with the sauce on the side. Well, I ate all of the wings and I still don’t know what the sauce tastes like. They were so good it never even crossed my mind to cover them with anything.. So, if anyone is new to the area (or not) and is unsure of where to order food from.. skip the big pizza chains you’ve been eating and try Passport Pizza in Roseville on 10 mile n Gratiot. You’ll be happy you did.“

“Amazing decor and service at a wonderful restaurant. Kerry gave us 5 star service, the food was excellent and the ambiance perfect. Great place for a birthday, anniversary or any event to go. Kerry made our birthday celebration very special. We will definitely come back soon and we highly recommend this restaurant “

“I liked the vibe. I did not love my food. I took three bites and did not eat the rest. I ordered the salad. The lettuce was not finely chopped or the carrots. The server was ok but vanished after we paid. We had to find another server to pack our food (4 take-home boxes) after being patient to wait for her return (about 15-20 minutes). The other servers were very helpful. I would back and try different food.“