10 Food & Drink in Detroit That You Shouldn't Miss

January 4, 2022 Leonardo Torrence

With a vibrant, revitalized downtown, it’s revival time in Detroit. Renowned as the birthplace of Motown and techno, the city boasts one of the largest theater districts in America — as well as four pro sports teams, set just blocks apart. The city’s transformation includes a dynamic culinary scene, featuring everything from high-end dining with international tastes to Coney dogs. Visitors also love Detroit’s outstanding shopping, exciting outdoor activities, and world-class cultural attractions.
Restaurants in Detroit

1. The HandleBar

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5.0 based on 1,223 reviews

The HandleBar

The Detroit Original & World's First 16-passenger Pedal Pub® We operate qty. 10 Pedal Pubs (up to 160ppl) on 2-hr tours of Detroit, 7-days a week. Bring Your Own Bar® and Trust the Pros, since 2012!

2. Detroit Rolling Pub

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5.0 based on 1,073 reviews

Detroit Rolling Pub

Detroit Rolling Pub is Detroit's #1 16 passenger pub on wheels! Voted #1 4 years in a row! Grab 6-16 people and explore Downtown Detroit from the greatest seat on the streets! We offer a wide variety of tours. Join us for the best experience in Downtown Detroit! We are Detroit's favorite Pedal Pub and soon will be your favorite tour ever!

3. The Michigan Pedaler

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5.0 based on 91 reviews

The Michigan Pedaler

The Michigan Pedaler is Detroit’s own "Pub Crawl on Wheels" as up to 15 people take the party to the streets by visiting bars, landmarks and seeing the sights. Known as Detroit’s Party Bike, we cycle through Downtown, Midtown and Corktown. You bring your own food and drinks, and alcoholic beverages are allowed! You play DJ as we pump your music from your phone and playlists into our speaker system. Don’t think you have the energy for two hours of pedaling? Fear not! Our bikes, known as the "Cadillac of Party Bikes,” feature electric assist so you’ll never get too tired or too sweaty. We specialize in customer service as our drivers and staff work with you to plan the perfect outing to match your group’s needs and tastes. You can also book up to 6 bikes for up to 90 people! The Michigan Pedaler is perfect for bachelorette and bachelor parties, birthdays, corporate/work outings, neighborhood gatherings, family reunions and of course… just an excuse for a great thing to do in Detroit!

4. Eastern Market Brewing Co

2515 Riopelle St, Detroit, MI 48207-4526 +1 313-502-5165 [email protected] https://easternmarket.beer/
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5.0 based on 16 reviews

Eastern Market Brewing Co

We're a community-focused craft brewery and taproom in the heart of Eastern Market, providing its locals and visitors a refreshing place to gather and drink beer.

Reviewed By De-Outsider - Detroit, United States

We visited on a Saturday afternoon when Eastern Market is at its peak. One block away from the shed closest to downtown. You can hangout in the alley next to the brewery where there was a food truck that wasn’t yet open for the day when we were there. They have a large beer selection so finding a beer you like shouldn’t be difficult! I recommend stopping in for a beer to get away from the crowds at Eastern Market on Saturday afternoon!

5. Detroit Brew

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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Detroit Brew

Welcome to Detroit Brew, where we host extraordinary tours of the city, connecting you to the best craft beer Detroit has to offer, with some pretty cool highlights of the unique scenery around us along the way. Your fun starts the moment you board our private bus. Our professional drivers take you to four craft breweries for beer sampling and more- come join the Detroit beer movement firsthand!

6. Brew Line Tours

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Brew Line Tours

We offer 3 different tour options. Brewery tours include 50-70 ounces of beer plus a warm pretzel app served with beer cheese and brown mustard. The Spirits and Mead tour includes 2 full craft cocktails plus samples at each location. All options include at least 1 full, guided tour where you will get behind-the-scenes access.

7. Traveling Spoon

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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Traveling Spoon

Traveling Spoon provides travelers with private, authentic food experiences, from homemade meals to cooking classes and market tours, with local hosts in their homes.

8. Michigan Brew Tours

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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Michigan Brew Tours

Michigan Brew Tours owner John Turnage is a Certified Cicerone®, the acknowledged designation for professionals dedicated to beer. John also is a graduate of the Brewing and Distillation Technology program at Schoolcraft College and is TIPS® On-Premise Certified. John has worked in both the brewing and distribution tiers of the beer industry and loves sharing his experience in the business and passion for great Michigan beer with others.

9. RiDetroit

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5.0 based on 1 reviews

RiDetroit

RiDetroit provides electric bike and walking tours for small groups. Jason Hall, owner of RiDetroit , bike advocate and co-founder of the groundbreaking bike ride, Slow Roll, continues to build community through cycling by introducing the world to Detroit, America's original cycling city.

10. Two James Spirits

2445 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48216-1366 +1 313-964-4800 [email protected] http://twojames.com
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4.5 based on 74 reviews

Two James Spirits

Reviewed By dond962 - Beverly Hills, United States

The Two James distillery and bar are nestled in an old 1800’s building in Corktown. Previously a typically underutilized Detroit building it was an originally a donut factory that had been re-purposed several times over the last century While touring the distillery Nicole, our fantastic host, told us stories of Two James and Detroit and how the history of the city and the distillery are so intertwined. We even got to sample the “cake” on the top of the fermentation tanks and compare the differences as the fermentation develops The hour long tour ended with a sampling of ten of their spirits. As we tasted we learn about the evolution of the bottles and how the different spirits were named. We also got a primer on spirits in general. For example did you know that rums with high ester content will…… (Content deleted – don’t want to ruin the tour) or how peated whiskey with…. (Sorry can’t tell this one either) After the tour you can enjoy excellent craft cocktails at the bar (we did) or visit one of the many nearby restaurants within a short walk (we did this too). The Cork and Gable restaurant recently opened in the same building is an easy option Make your reservations early as the tours fill up quickly. Parking out front on Michigan Ave is free

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