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Auto show restaurants

Find a food stop that's just your speed

Andrea K. Farmer

Metromix
January 10, 2010

Auto show restaurants

Heading downtown for the North American International Auto Show? Brand new to the D and not sure where to eat? After you're done feasting your eyes on the newest, hottest cars at Cobo, why not fuel up at one of these popular Detroit eateries? Whether you're saving for a Maybach or you're perfectly content driving your father's Oldsmobile, there's sure to be fare that's within your budget. Find one that's just your speed here...

Angelina Italian Bistro

Angelina Italian Bistro

1565 Broadway - Detroit
313-962-1355

Cozy, modern Italian eatery

Mosaic

Mosaic

501 Monroe - Detroit
313-962-9366

Good service and good food but not at a casual price

Century Grille Restaurant

Century Grille Restaurant

Gem & Century Theater, 333 Madison - Detroit
313-963-9800

A one-stop shop for dinner and a show

Checker Bar and Grill

Checker Bar and Grill

124 Cadillac Sq. - Detroit
313-961-9249

Checker has a definite family vibe

The Detroiter Bar

The Detroiter Bar

655 Beaubien - Detroit
313-963-3355

Humble and laid-back watering hole

Caucus Club

Caucus Club

150 W. Congress - Detroit
313-965-4970

The surroundings of the Caucus Club give the impression that you're entering a museum rather than a restaurant

Jacoby's & 313 Jac

pick Jacoby's & 313 Jac

624 Brush - Detroit
313-962-7067

The inside looks like a German neighborhood bar, and it boasts a collection of more than 100 beers from around the world

Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

45 Monroe - Detroit
313-964-7625

The real stars at Detroit's Hard Rock Cafe aren't on the menu

Elwood Bar & Grill

Elwood Bar & Grill

300 E. Adams - Detroit
313-962-2337

The sandwiches nearly reach the decorative roof

Lafayette Coney Island

Lafayette Coney Island

118 W. Lafayette - Detroit
313-964-8198

This is one of the best coney islands to go to between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m.

Pizza Papalis Taverna

Pizza Papalis Taverna

553 Monroe - Detroit
313-961-8020

Chicago-style pizza in downtown Detroit

Sweet Lorraine's Cafe

Sweet Lorraine's Cafe

333 East Jefferson - Detroit
313-223-3933

Casual, fun and sophisticated

Nemo's Bar and Grill

Nemo's Bar and Grill

1384 Michigan Ave. - Detroit
313-965-3180

This legendary 1965 Corktown spot was named the number three sports bar by Sports Illustrated

Bourbon Steak at MGM Grand Detroit

Bourbon Steak at MGM Grand Detroit

1777 Third - Detroit
313-465-1777

The industrial-chic spot at the MGM Grand Detroit spins steak house styling in a bold, contemporary direction

Sala Thai

Sala Thai

3400 Russell - Detroit
313-831-1302

Step into this reasonably-priced Thai restaurant and gaze at the exquisitely-decorated dining room

Good Girls Go to Paris Crepes

Good Girls Go to Paris Crepes

2 John R. - Detroit
313-212-4584

Crepes so good, you'll want to eat them for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Fishbone's Rhythm Kitchen Cafe

pick Fishbone's Rhythm Kitchen Cafe

400 Monroe - Detroit
313-965-4600

The restaurant offers customers fresh sushi

Pegasus Taverna

Pegasus Taverna

558 Monroe - Detroit
313-964-6800

Waiting for a table here - not unusual. A meal not worth the wait - rare.

Slows Bar BQ

Slows Bar BQ

2138 Michigan - Detroit
313-962-9828

Since it opened in September 2005, this bustling Corktown eatery has been a runaway hit

Cheli's Chili Bar & Restaurant

Cheli's Chili Bar & Restaurant

47 E. Adams - Detroit
313- 961-1700

Although Cheli's is worth stopping at anytime, it's always a hit after a Tigers game

Vu Restaurant at Cobo Center

1 Washington Blvd - Detroit
313-877-7846

Burgers, sandwiches and salads are the order of the day

Tom's Oyster Bar

Tom's Oyster Bar

519 W. Jefferson Ave. - Detroit
313-964-4010

A classy place for after-work drinks and eats

Opus One

Opus One

565 E. Larned - Detroit
313-961-7766

Housed in a vintage, renovated taxi garage, this fine-dining establishment is known for its decadent beveled mirrors, Italian marble and oak bar

Finn & Porter

Finn & Porter

525 West Lafayette - Detroit
313-963-5600

Finn Porter gives surf and turf a contemporary twist

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Aaron97 from Detroit - January 13, 2010 at 10:42 PM

Orchid Thai Restaurant, 115 Monroe, Detroit, 48226 313-962-0225 This is the best place for Thai food. I've eaten Thai in various places, their Pa...

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Alex99 from Riverfront - January 20, 2009 at 7:03 AM

Signature Grille is also a great place. Located at the Riverfront Apartment Complex. Pull up to Security, tell the attendant you are visiting Sig...

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JJC from East - January 14, 2009 at 2:18 PM

Don't forget Roast at the Westin Book Cadillac Detroit; Roma Cafe in Eastern Market; Mario's; Foxtown Grille!!

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