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Great dishes for sharing - The Apparatus Room, Detroit, MI

The Apparatus Room

4.5
4.5
3754 Reviews
$31 to $50
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 75 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Chic yet approachable, historic while tastefully modern. The Apparatus Room bridges the old and the new, offering iconic New American cuisine by Chef Rece Hogerheide rooted in Midwestern ingredients, thoughtfully crafted cocktails, and esoteric wines.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (313) 800-5600
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Rece Hogerheide
  • Catering
    For event or larger party inquiries, please email sales@detroitfoundationhotel.com for additional details.<br /><br />Detroit Foundation is a one-of-a-kind location for a variety of events, including corporate gatherings, dining and standing receptions.
  • Private party facilities
    For Private Dining Room booking inquiries, email arreservations@detroitfoundationhotel.comOur space features natural light.Available for daytime meetings, evening events and small reception.Chef’s choice menu.Capacity - Tailored for groups between 10 and 30.
  • Neighborhood
    Detroit
  • Cross street
    Washington Blvd.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking, TCF Center Parking Garage, Public Parking Lot
  • Public transit
    Detroit People Mover, QLine, Bus Line
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 3,754 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Apparatus Room impresses with its "excellent food and service," "beautiful ambiance," and "unique historic setting." Guests frequently praise the attentive staff, particularly servers like Selma, Kate, and Gerard, for their knowledge and hospitality. Popular dishes include the halibut and pork chop, while the "cocktails are creative and fabulous."

3,754 Reviews
  1. Cassandra

    VIP

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They have a great space and delicious brunch food.
    The Apparatus RoomResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Cassandra, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your brunch at The Apparatus Room. We strive to provide a unique and delicious dining experience for all our guests, and it's wonderful to know we hit the mark for you. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great meal. Best regards, The Management Team

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  2. Aiva

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Me and my friend went here for my birthday, and it did not disappoint!! Everyone was so sweet and multiple employees came up to personally say happy birthday to me which meant so much. The vibe is EVERYTHING, it’s not too sophisticated and you can be yourself. The food, the music, the ambiance is amazing. 100% will be coming back!!
    The Apparatus RoomResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Aiva, We're thrilled to hear that you chose The Apparatus Room for your birthday celebration! It's wonderful to know that our warm staff, unique atmosphere, and delicious food made your celebration memorable. We always strive to make our guests feel comfortable and at ease, so your kind words are truly appreciated. We're looking forward to welcoming you back for another exceptional experience soon. Thank you for your high ratings and for making The Apparatus Room one of your favorite spots! Best Regards, The Management Team

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  3. Paul

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. Our server, Selma, was very knowledgeable about the menu, food prep as well as the wine and drink suggestions. I loved that Selma suggested local purveyors.
    The Apparatus RoomResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Paul, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed our food and service. Your feedback about our wine and drink suggestions is much appreciated. We're glad Selma could help you select the perfect libation. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Apparatus Room. Best, The Management Team

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  4. Meghan

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely incredible meal. Probably the best service I have ever had at a restaurant. The attention to detail from every staff member was amazing throughout our entire dining experience.

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  5. Robin

    Detroit

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience. Our waitress was excellent and helpful. We were hoping to be able to order your delicious smash burger but were told it is only available at the bar. The waitress was able to talk to management and we were able to order them.

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  6. Theresa

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, wine and service were all excellent! Our entire party of 8 was very satisfied.
    The Apparatus RoomResponded on January 3, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Theresa! We're thrilled to hear that you and your party had an excellent experience at The Apparatus Room. It's wonderful to know that our food, wine, and service met your expectations. We strive to provide our guests with a memorable dining experience and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We look forward to welcoming you and your party back soon!

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  7. Thomas

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We booked 1/1/2025 2 months prior to the day and they seemed caught off guard by size of our party. They did their best and my honest guess is they had post NYE call offs. They did well overall and we do love the place took about 20 min after our reservation time to be seated. Tons of seating was empty but again I think it was likely a staffing issue. Ppl that were there were doing their best and friendly.
    The Apparatus RoomResponded 7 days ago
    Hello Thomas, Thank you for choosing The Apparatus Room and for taking the time to share your experience. We are sorry to hear about the delay in seating and the discomfort you experienced due to what was a staffing issue. Not an excuse, but yes, the reason. We appreciate your understanding and your patience. Your feedback is invaluable to us as we strive to improve our service and provide a pleasant dining experience for all our guests. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Best regards, The Management Team

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  8. Renee

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, food amazing. Loved the whole Vibe - well worth the price!! Lovely evening.
    The Apparatus RoomResponded on January 3, 2025
    Hello Renee, Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and the overall experience at The Apparatus Room. It's wonderful to know that our team's efforts to create a unique and enjoyable atmosphere are appreciated. We strive to provide the best service and food to our customers, and your feedback affirms that we're on the right track. We're glad you loved the Vibe and we hope to see you again soon! Best wishes, The Management Team

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  9. Angela

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my third time at The Apparatus Room and I was excited to introduce it to my husband. We had a wonderful New Year's Eve meal. Our server was wonderful and attentive and the food was spectacular with the added touch our server encouraging us to enjoy a non-alcoholic champagne toast since she knew we don't imbibe. The two previous times that I ate there It was very quiet with only a few people in the restaurant. As a result I half expected it to be similarly quiet which would have been fine, but the lively and festive New Year's Eve celebratory vibe added to the fun.
    The Apparatus RoomResponded on January 2, 2025
    Hello Angela, We're thrilled to hear that your third visit to The Apparatus Room was a memorable one! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our food and the New Year's Eve celebration. We always strive to create a lively and festive atmosphere, so it's great to hear that you appreciated that. We're glad that our server could enhance your experience with a non-alcoholic champagne toast. We look forward to welcoming you and your husband back for many more celebrations in the future! Best wishes, The Management Team

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  10. Rich

    VIP

    Detroit

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service! We had the carrots salad, sourdough bread, halibut, and porkchop entrees with the potato side. All were incredibly good!
    The Apparatus RoomResponded on December 30, 2024
    Hello Rich, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our halibut, porkchop entrees, and the carrot salad. It's always a pleasure to know that our guests had a great dining experience at The Apparatus Room. We strive to provide excellent food and service and your feedback tells us we're on the right track. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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FAQs

The Apparatus Room offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (313) 800-5600.

The Apparatus Room is rated 4.5 stars by 3754 OpenTable diners.

The Apparatus Room does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 75 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Apparatus Room

250 W Larned St, Detroit, MI 48226

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Washington Blvd.
  • Neighborhood
    Detroit
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking, TCF Center Parking Garage, Public Parking Lot
  • Public transit
    Detroit People Mover, QLine, Bus Line
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Rece Hogerheide
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (313) 800-5600
  • Catering
    For event or larger party inquiries, please email sales@detroitfoundationhotel.com for additional details.<br /><br />Detroit Foundation is a one-of-a-kind location for a variety of events, including corporate gatherings, dining and standing receptions.
  • Private party facilities
    For Private Dining Room booking inquiries, email arreservations@detroitfoundationhotel.comOur space features natural light.Available for daytime meetings, evening events and small reception.Chef’s choice menu.Capacity - Tailored for groups between 10 and 30.
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