Detroit is a city that is discreetly cool. Although it may not often be compared to New York or LA, Detroit carries around a culture of sophistication all its own. Whether it’s food, music, or photography, Detroit has plenty of fodder to be a city with a chic sensibility all its own.

Follow these forward-thinking doers, dreamers, or creators for proof that Detroit is cool AF.

@topdownfood Top-Down Food is your resident foodie for the most delicious of southeast Michigan’s international food scene.
@__shigeto Detroit-based musician Shigeto carries the city on his shoulders. As host of Monday is the New Monday at Corktown’s Motor City Wine, Shigeto keeps the party local in between trekking for global gigs.
@theapparatusroom 250 W Larned Street, Detroit The Apparatus Room located at the Detroit Foundation Hotel is the spot for an upscale meal from a kitchen headed by two-star Michelin chef Thomas Lents.
@chowdowndetroit Chow Down Detroit is your source for the latest and greatest restaurants and street food in metro Detroit.
@piecesofdetroit Detroit’s long-thriving graffiti scene all over the city is on full display in the Pieces of Detroit account.
@detroitfoodnetwork Detroit Food Network indulges us by showcasing some of Detroit’s most mouthwatering restaurants.
@hungryindetroit Detroit’s hottest dinners, drinks, and restaurants spaces are on full display on the Hungry in Detroit account.
@lisalouiselud 8066 Kercheval Ave, Detroit Sister Pie Owner Lisa Ludwinski has earned national acclaim for her pies and baked goods, and she plans on growing her business to other parts of metro Detroit soon.
@bevincredible Bevlove is one of Detroit’s rising stars. Her sincere songwriting and powerful vocals makes this diva one worth watching.
@detroitcookiecompany 23421 Woodward Ave, Ferndale Detroit Cookie Company makes life a little sweeter with its freshly baked cookies and treats.
@detroitsound 6200 2nd Ave #201, Detroit As the first cross-genre music museum, archive, and performance space in Detroit, Detroit Sound Conservancy tells the sonic history of the city.
@holymolydonutshop313 201 Eight Mile Rd, Detroit Holy Moly Donut Shop satisfies Detroit’s sweet tooth with its endless mix of wacky donuts flavors.
@chilimustardonions 3411 Brush St, Detroit Chili Mustard Onions is a delectable vegan twist on all your favorite coney island classics.
@jadoredetroit 2501 Russell St #400, Detroit J’adore Detroit stays true to its roots as it highlights the most entertaining and fun corners of Detroit life.
@eatattownhouse 500 Woodward Ave, Detroit Townhouse elevates American comfort food to new heights with a mission to enrich hospitality.
@secondbestdetroit 42 Watson St., Detroit Second Best Detroit is Detroit’s newest neighborhood bar fit with frosted lighting, bar games, and trendy cocktails behind its gleaming red-ribbon shaped sign.
@lvernon2000 Leah Vernon marries street style to vintage glam and captions each post with meaningful messages on feminism, activism, and body positivity
@lenapatissier 3921 2nd Ave, Detroit As the pastry chef at the Selden Standard in Midtown, Lena Sareini is one of the best in the business and added a James Beard Rising Star award to her growing list of accolades earlier this year.
@james.m.gates James Gates is a legally blind photographer, but that doesn’t stop him from posting some of the best flicks of downtown Detroit that you can find.
@faisal_ali 118 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit Faisal Ali, a legendary waiter at Lafayette Coney, shares some of the best moments and people at the joint.
@shop_thank_you Thank You for Everything handmakes unique clothing out of vintage textiles and fabrics right here in Detroit.
@detroitisthenewblack 1426 Woodward Ave, Detroit Détroit is the New Black is a space for Detroit-based designers who create clothing that reflective the creativity and inclusiveness of the city.
@after5detroit After5 Detroit is your source for dining, drinks, and events curated for young professionals living in downtown Detroit.
@mlobsinger 453 N Washington Ave, Royal Oak Michelle Lobsinger designs clothing with character and as a fast fashion alternative at Charing Cross.
@cityofdetroit Never miss a beat by keeping up with the latest news and events posted straight from the City of Detroit itself.
@camera_jesus Camera Jesus captures all the beauty and entertainment that Detroit has to offer in high quality snaps.
@luckfacetattoos 20400 7 Mile Rd., Detroit Luck the Celebrity Tattooist at House of Inkk serves up tattoos that compete with the best of them.
@n_du_time Ndubisi Okoye tells stories of Detroit through advertising and art made up of every point in the color wheel.
@reelaerials_detroit See Detroit from new heights through crystal clear aerial shots.
@veggie_vixen If you’re in need of a health kick to your diet look no further than the veggie and vegan options found over at Veggie Vixen.
@lostrivertiki 15421 Mack Ave, Detroit New tiki on the block, Lost River will have you salvating over their tropical creations and kitschy atmosphere.
@assemblesound Located in an old church in Southwest, Assemble Sound is a Detroit record label that has signed some of Michigan’s breaking musical acts like Sam Austin and Flint Eastwood.

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