Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Detroit / Eastern Michigan

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Detroit / Eastern Michigan? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Coeur

4.8

4.8 (25)

$31 to $50

American

Ferndale

About the restaurant

Coeur is a New American restaurant offering a fine dining experience rooted in tradition, yet infused with a creative and light-hearted approach. Forget the formalities. Let’s express our passion through exquisitely prepared cuisine, exceptional wine, and gracious service—all within a cozy, minimalist atmosphere designed to delight.

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Michelle

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent food, attentive service, and a nice vibe.

Bar Verona - Washington

4.9

4.9 (768)

$30 and under

American

Washington

About the restaurant

With our thoughtfully chosen menu and locally sourced ingredients, Bar Verona strives to deliver cuisine that is fresh and uncomplicated, yet unique and refined; honest and spirited food and drinks that our nearby neighbors and out of town guests will remember not only as delicious, but also want to bring their loved ones back to experience for themselves. So linger over lunch with your friends, flirt over one more glass of wine or share a dessert with someone special, because you’re in Verona and it’s time to vivi la bella vita.

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HeatherVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Fabulous ambience delicious food never disappoints 🩷

Brighton Bar and Grill

4.9

4.9 (2364)

$30 and under

American

Brighton

About the restaurant

THIS BRIGHTON BAR AND GRILL IS IN BRIGHTON MICHIGAN

The Brighton Bar & Grill is a contemporary, bright and energetic restaurant serving the very best in American eclectic fare. Our food is fresh, full of bold flavors and eye-catching presentations. Our service staff is attentive, friendly, and eager to make your visit with us a memorable one. Our attention to detail is second to none, making your dining experience always satisfying. Our slogan, emphasized in our mission statement and carried out in our restaurant every day, is "Always an Escape. Always Uniquely Brighton Bar & Grill" We look forward to exceeding your expectations!

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KimberlyVIP

Dined 5 days ago

My husband and I have never had a bad meal or a bad experience at BBG. BBG remains our favorite restaurant.

Seasons 52 - Troy

4.8

4.8 (3193)

$31 to $50

American

Troy

About the restaurant

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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Julie

Dined 2 days ago

As always, the food was amazing. The ago tuna tartare and wild mushroom flatbread was spectacular. The Maui tuna crunch salad was amazing. The risotto’s were delicious. And the wait staff is attentive and knowledgeable!

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Wood-Grilled Shrimp And Grits

Farmhouse Kitchen & Ale

4.9

4.9 (141)

$31 to $50

American

Camden

About the restaurant

For reservations over 6 guest please call the restaurant. (517) 368-3663
Farmhouse Kitchen & Ale brings an upscale yet laid back atmosphere with a diverse menu built with high quality, fresh ingredients. From the fish tacos to the prime hand cut steaks, Farmhouse Kitchen & Ale has something for everyone. Seasonal cocktails, local beers, and an approachable wine selection pair perfectly with any lunch or dinner, and you’ll always have something new to try with daily chef’s specials coming out of the beautifully renovated open kitchen!

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Patricia

Dined on Dec 12, 2024

The pork chop was delicious! I've had it many times....and the mashed potatoes 😋

Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails

4.8

4.8 (81)

$31 to $50

American

Detroit

About the restaurant

We love being in a good mood and surrounding ourselves with others who share that positivity. We take pride in supporting local farmers and foragers who are dedicated and skilled in their craft. Our talented chefs aim to showcase these exceptional ingredients, allowing their natural quality to shine and celebrating the artistry behind their cultivation. Our dining space is designed to feel like a welcoming home where you can comfortably relax and enjoy. We seek to hire individuals who are upbeat, happy, and fun to be around. It would be our honor to enhance your mood and make your visit even more enjoyable. Thank you for giving us that opportunity.

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Marc

Dined 2 days ago

This is one fine restaurant. The decor is beautiful with the green walls continuing the theme of chartreuse, the liqueur that is available for those who care to imbibe. We had several appetizers/small plates and each one was beautifully prepared and tasty. Loved the mushroom risotto, beet salad, lamb meatballs, halloumi, and two desserts, a vanilla pudding and a delicious chocolate thing. Service was competent and friendly. And finally, the prices are reasonable.

Babo - Detroit

4.8

4.8 (502)

$30 and under

American

Detroit

About the restaurant

An homage to owner Kris Lelcaj’s father, “babo” (slang for “dad” in Albanian) is a gourmet, all-day diner in Midtown Detroit. We will feature a menu comprised of creative, artisanal takes on comfort food classics that will be served up in a bright, lively ambiance.
We pride ourselves on carrying products of the highest quality and social responsibility from local, small batch producers. We will serve our guests, team members and community with a brand of unmatched hospitality. We will cultivate a dining experience that is as remarkable and unique as the city we call home.

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Raven

Dined 5 days ago

I took a close friend there for her birthday and it was both of our first time being there. We both enjoyed our food a whole lot and we had mimosa flights with the flavors of lavender, mango, and blueberry and they were REALLY good. Highly recommended place and we’ll definitely be returning. Thanks for the great experience and delicious food!

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Caramel-Apple French Toast

4.8

4.8 (351)

$50 and over

American

Plymouth

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of downtown Plymouth. The Ledger is now open 6 days a week.

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carrie

Dined 4 days ago

The food, server and experience was worth a million bucks! Celebrated a 50th birthday and couldn’t have basked for a better dinning experience! The server Jennifer was so knowledgeable about the menu and helpful , she made the evening amazing! We will be telling our friends to dine, and hope to return soon!

The Hudson Cafe - Detroit

4.7

4.7 (1745)

$30 and under

American

Detroit

About the restaurant

The Hudson Cafe serves Breakfast, Brunch, and Lunch in Downtown Detroit seven days a week!

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Robert

Dined 1 day ago

Great food and excellent service - perfect start to our day trip downtown with our kids!

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Toasted Oak Grill & Market

4.6

4.6 (1916)

$31 to $50

American

Novi

About the restaurant

Voted OpenTable Diner's Choice 2018 & 2019
Awarded TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2018
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2019
Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence 2020
Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence 2021

Experience Toasted Oak Grill & Market, known for its original concept born in Michigan. With an imaginative menu, Toasted Oak serves American brasserie cuisine with an emphasis on sourcing the best available ingredients while supporting local vendors.

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DavidVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Food was very good as always although Amy, our server, was wonderful!

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