While it may not get the credit it is due, the city of Dearborn is nothing short of a dining destination. The Detroit suburb is home to a large population of Arab Americans, so naturally there are a bevy of phenomenal Middle Eastern eateries, but the city also has plenty of Coney Islands, diners, burger joints, Mexican restaurants, and sushi bars. This short list contains just a few of the many great restaurants in the city. Did we list your favorite?
20 essential Dearborn restaurants everyone should try at least once
By Metro Times editorial staff on Fri, Jan 5, 2018 at 8:58 pm
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Al Ameer
12710 W. Warren Ave., Dearborn; 313-582-8185
27346 Ford Rd., Dearborn Hts; 313-565-9600
If you’re looking for the pinnacle of Mediterranean cuisine, look no further than Dearborn’s own Al Ameer. Located at the corner of Warren Avenue and Ford Road, this Middle Eastern eatery is family-run and locally sourced. Look out for the fattoush and fried pita chip breakfasts or shish kabob and shawarma entrees for lunch. Sporting the slogan “proud to be authentic” and a customer base that reflects that goal, Al Ameer is the largest Middle Eastern restaurant in Wayne County. So Instead of still reading about it, check it out for yourself!
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12710 W. Warren Ave., Dearborn; 313-582-8185
27346 Ford Rd., Dearborn Hts; 313-565-9600
If you’re looking for the pinnacle of Mediterranean cuisine, look no further than Dearborn’s own Al Ameer. Located at the corner of Warren Avenue and Ford Road, this Middle Eastern eatery is family-run and locally sourced. Look out for the fattoush and fried pita chip breakfasts or shish kabob and shawarma entrees for lunch. Sporting the slogan “proud to be authentic” and a customer base that reflects that goal, Al Ameer is the largest Middle Eastern restaurant in Wayne County. So Instead of still reading about it, check it out for yourself!
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Andiamo
21400 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-359-3300
Did someone say “bottomless pasta bowl”? Sure, this metro Detroit-based chain was founded on a philosophy rooted in treating customers well and serving them meals made from fresh, seasonal ingredients — but, they also know that we want to eat a pound of noodles in one sitting. Theirs are made in-house every morning. Now, that’s amore!
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21400 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-359-3300
Did someone say “bottomless pasta bowl”? Sure, this metro Detroit-based chain was founded on a philosophy rooted in treating customers well and serving them meals made from fresh, seasonal ingredients — but, they also know that we want to eat a pound of noodles in one sitting. Theirs are made in-house every morning. Now, that’s amore!
Photo via Andiamoitalia.com
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Antonio’s Cucina Italiana
26356 Ford Rd., Dearborn Heights; 313-278-6000
9924 Dix Ave., Dearborn; 313-842-2100
Named Metro Times Best Family Restaurant in 2015, Antonio’s authentic Italian fare is sure to satisfy any craving for a home cooked meal. An abundance of choices including their pizza, pasta, antipasti, and beloved stuffed pasta dishes are available at multiple locations across metro Detroit.
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26356 Ford Rd., Dearborn Heights; 313-278-6000
9924 Dix Ave., Dearborn; 313-842-2100
Named Metro Times Best Family Restaurant in 2015, Antonio’s authentic Italian fare is sure to satisfy any craving for a home cooked meal. An abundance of choices including their pizza, pasta, antipasti, and beloved stuffed pasta dishes are available at multiple locations across metro Detroit.
Photo via antoniorestaurants.com
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Bangkok 96
2450 S. Telegraph Rd., Dearborn; 313-730-8161
Bangkok 96 has been a fixture in Dearborn for over 20 years. Their menu covers all bases when it comes to authentic Thai food, from the classic pad thai to the complex pad bai gra praow. Bangkok 96 is famous for their speedy service — for both dining in and carrying out — and massive portions. So, be sure to come hungry, and bring your stretchy Thanksgiving pants — leave the constricting skinny jeans at home.
Photo via Instagram, Chow Down Detroit
2450 S. Telegraph Rd., Dearborn; 313-730-8161
Bangkok 96 has been a fixture in Dearborn for over 20 years. Their menu covers all bases when it comes to authentic Thai food, from the classic pad thai to the complex pad bai gra praow. Bangkok 96 is famous for their speedy service — for both dining in and carrying out — and massive portions. So, be sure to come hungry, and bring your stretchy Thanksgiving pants — leave the constricting skinny jeans at home.
Photo via Instagram, Chow Down Detroit
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Brome Modern Eatery
22062 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-996-5050
With 100 percent grass-fed beef and organic ingredients free of genetically modified organisms, Brome aims to serve the freshest possible food. They are committed to reducing waste and using responsibly-raised meats and vegetables. Customers can feel good knowing their menu, featuring craft burgers, and hand-spun shakes, comes from natural and sustainable preparations.
Brome will be opening a new Detroit location in Winter of 2018.
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22062 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-996-5050
With 100 percent grass-fed beef and organic ingredients free of genetically modified organisms, Brome aims to serve the freshest possible food. They are committed to reducing waste and using responsibly-raised meats and vegetables. Customers can feel good knowing their menu, featuring craft burgers, and hand-spun shakes, comes from natural and sustainable preparations.
Brome will be opening a new Detroit location in Winter of 2018.
Photo via bromemoderneatery.com
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Dearborn Meat Market
7721 Schaefer Rd., Dearborn; 313-581-8820
This hole-in-the-wall restaurant is a classic among locals. The front entrance reveals a tightly-packed meat shop with various cuts of chicken, beef, and lamb ready for purchase. However, the dine-in experience is what makes the Dearborn Meat Market a gem. After picking your choice of meat and sides — including tabouli, hummus, and other classic Middle Eastern dishes — you can take a seat in the back room, which is enveloped in the heat from the brick fire grill. Patrons are given a front-row seat while waiting for their food.
Photo via Instagram, Chow Down Detroit
7721 Schaefer Rd., Dearborn; 313-581-8820
This hole-in-the-wall restaurant is a classic among locals. The front entrance reveals a tightly-packed meat shop with various cuts of chicken, beef, and lamb ready for purchase. However, the dine-in experience is what makes the Dearborn Meat Market a gem. After picking your choice of meat and sides — including tabouli, hummus, and other classic Middle Eastern dishes — you can take a seat in the back room, which is enveloped in the heat from the brick fire grill. Patrons are given a front-row seat while waiting for their food.
Photo via Instagram, Chow Down Detroit
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Ford’s Garage
21367 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-752-3673
While Ford’s Garage may only be 6 years old, their inspiration spans a century. This prime burger and craft beer joint pays tribute to the man that made the city: Henry Ford. The place looks like a 1920s service station, but the food is decidedly modern. You’ll find one of the largest selections of Michigan beer here too. With onion rings served on giant funnels and the Ford logo branded on its patty buns, you won’t find a restaurant that celebrates the auto barron quite like this one.
Photo via Instagram, Asian Custard
21367 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-752-3673
While Ford’s Garage may only be 6 years old, their inspiration spans a century. This prime burger and craft beer joint pays tribute to the man that made the city: Henry Ford. The place looks like a 1920s service station, but the food is decidedly modern. You’ll find one of the largest selections of Michigan beer here too. With onion rings served on giant funnels and the Ford logo branded on its patty buns, you won’t find a restaurant that celebrates the auto barron quite like this one.
Photo via Instagram, Asian Custard
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Frida Mexican Cuisine
22257 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313- 451-8698
After the restaurant’s recent move down the block, this joint has become a little harder to find, but the search leads to some of the best Mexican food in the city. Despite the emergence of new Mexican-inspired restaurants in the area, Frida has held its ground as a staple in Dearborn’s ever-evolving food scene. The family-owned restaurant is “trying to lift itself above the usual cheese-smothered, Americanized version of Mexican food that is nearly ubiquitous outside of Southwest Detroit.” Along with authentic Mexican food, Frida also offers an extensive selection of mixed drinks.
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22257 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313- 451-8698
After the restaurant’s recent move down the block, this joint has become a little harder to find, but the search leads to some of the best Mexican food in the city. Despite the emergence of new Mexican-inspired restaurants in the area, Frida has held its ground as a staple in Dearborn’s ever-evolving food scene. The family-owned restaurant is “trying to lift itself above the usual cheese-smothered, Americanized version of Mexican food that is nearly ubiquitous outside of Southwest Detroit.” Along with authentic Mexican food, Frida also offers an extensive selection of mixed drinks.
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Golden Bakery
14526 Warren Ave., Dearborn; 313-582-0000
Friendly service keeps regulars coming back to this family-owned bakery. Golden Bakery is known for their tasty cheese pies, zaatar pies, manaeesh, and many other authentic Middle Eastern staples. Their lengthy hours, 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., make this a great place for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Photo via Instagram, Dearborn Heights Golden Bakery
14526 Warren Ave., Dearborn; 313-582-0000
Friendly service keeps regulars coming back to this family-owned bakery. Golden Bakery is known for their tasty cheese pies, zaatar pies, manaeesh, and many other authentic Middle Eastern staples. Their lengthy hours, 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., make this a great place for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Photo via Instagram, Dearborn Heights Golden Bakery
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Habib’s Cuisine
14316 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-584-1515
Born in Lebanon, head chef Habib Bazzi brings together authentic Middle Eastern cuisine at his restaurant. Sizable portions come from the lengthy menu, which features shish kabob and shawarma combinations as well as family style options complete with salad, hummus, and an entree. If you’re looking to accommodate a bigger party, Habib’s welcomes banquets and catering for any event.
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14316 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-584-1515
Born in Lebanon, head chef Habib Bazzi brings together authentic Middle Eastern cuisine at his restaurant. Sizable portions come from the lengthy menu, which features shish kabob and shawarma combinations as well as family style options complete with salad, hummus, and an entree. If you’re looking to accommodate a bigger party, Habib’s welcomes banquets and catering for any event.
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Lava Lounge
26507 Ford Rd., Dearborn Heights; 313-914-4940
Smoking hookah is nothing new, but Lava Lounge makes the pastime feel nothing short of futuristic. The hip hookah bar is also connected to the Lava Kitchen, so you can nosh on a burger or pizza while enjoying some smoke.
Photo via Zagat.com
26507 Ford Rd., Dearborn Heights; 313-914-4940
Smoking hookah is nothing new, but Lava Lounge makes the pastime feel nothing short of futuristic. The hip hookah bar is also connected to the Lava Kitchen, so you can nosh on a burger or pizza while enjoying some smoke.
Photo via Zagat.com
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M Cantina
13214 Michigan Ave, Dearborn; 313-399-9117
M Cantina is a relative newcomer to the Dearborn dining scene and the Mexican restaurant entices locals with a 100 percent halal menu and non-alcoholic juice bar. The restaurant’s “tacos Arabes,” reminiscent of a gyro with strips of moist chicken seasoned with chile ancho, chile pasilla, smoked chile peppers, and more spices, are a favorite. M Cantina has a wide variety of traditional dishes with contemporary twists ranging from Mexican street corn to a chips and salsa trio.
Photo by Tom Perkins.
13214 Michigan Ave, Dearborn; 313-399-9117
M Cantina is a relative newcomer to the Dearborn dining scene and the Mexican restaurant entices locals with a 100 percent halal menu and non-alcoholic juice bar. The restaurant’s “tacos Arabes,” reminiscent of a gyro with strips of moist chicken seasoned with chile ancho, chile pasilla, smoked chile peppers, and more spices, are a favorite. M Cantina has a wide variety of traditional dishes with contemporary twists ranging from Mexican street corn to a chips and salsa trio.
Photo by Tom Perkins.
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Sheeba
13919 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-724-6887
10327 Dix Ave., Dearborn; 313-841-9900
Sheeba serves generations-old, authentic Yemeni cuisine with a slightly modern twist. The dishes are rich with Yemen’s infamous spices with additional sides of spicy dips called sahawiq. Most popular dishes include the lamb haneeth, slow roasted lamb with heavily-seasoned Mandi Basmati rice and fahsah, a traditional dish of shredded lamb and mashed potatoes served bubbling hot in a clay bowl. Sheeba provides customers with a Yemeni cultural experience from the interior design to the complimentary hot towels at the end of a meal for washing up. Although known for its heavy, meat-centered dishes, Sheeba has many vegetarian options.
Photo by Tom Perkins.
13919 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-724-6887
10327 Dix Ave., Dearborn; 313-841-9900
Sheeba serves generations-old, authentic Yemeni cuisine with a slightly modern twist. The dishes are rich with Yemen’s infamous spices with additional sides of spicy dips called sahawiq. Most popular dishes include the lamb haneeth, slow roasted lamb with heavily-seasoned Mandi Basmati rice and fahsah, a traditional dish of shredded lamb and mashed potatoes served bubbling hot in a clay bowl. Sheeba provides customers with a Yemeni cultural experience from the interior design to the complimentary hot towels at the end of a meal for washing up. Although known for its heavy, meat-centered dishes, Sheeba has many vegetarian options.
Photo by Tom Perkins.
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Taystee’s Burger
10419 Ford Rd., Dearborn; 313-724-6535;
This joint is located in a gas station and is notorious for its massive burgers. Taystee’s burgers are unique — they’re heavily layered with nontraditional ingredients. Their famous (and award-winning) Ali’s Notch-Yo-Burger has nacho cheese, American, Swiss, pepper jack, and Doritos nacho cheese flavored tortilla chips. Taystee’s also serves wraps, fries, wings, and hot dogs.
Photo by Serena Maria Daniels.
10419 Ford Rd., Dearborn; 313-724-6535;
This joint is located in a gas station and is notorious for its massive burgers. Taystee’s burgers are unique — they’re heavily layered with nontraditional ingredients. Their famous (and award-winning) Ali’s Notch-Yo-Burger has nacho cheese, American, Swiss, pepper jack, and Doritos nacho cheese flavored tortilla chips. Taystee’s also serves wraps, fries, wings, and hot dogs.
Photo by Serena Maria Daniels.
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Al Basha
10626 W. Warren Ave., Dearborn; 313-846-9684
26517 Ford Rd., Dearborn Heights; 313-228-5448
Al Basha features online ordering for delivery or takeout at its two locations in Dearborn and Dearborn heights as well as its Wayne State Campus location. Their chicken shawarma pita and spicy fries are menu favorites. They’re also open until 3 a.m. and prices are low, ranging $4-10.
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10626 W. Warren Ave., Dearborn; 313-846-9684
26517 Ford Rd., Dearborn Heights; 313-228-5448
Al Basha features online ordering for delivery or takeout at its two locations in Dearborn and Dearborn heights as well as its Wayne State Campus location. Their chicken shawarma pita and spicy fries are menu favorites. They’re also open until 3 a.m. and prices are low, ranging $4-10.
Photo via albashasubs.com
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L.A. Bistro
21928 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-277-5999
Located in downtown West Dearborn this fine dining establishment is an intimate destination for some of the best Italian cuisine in the area. Their lunch and dinner menu features chicken, steak, seafood, and vegetarian options, plus new items such as the Honey Firecracker Chicken. Reservations are welcome.
Photo via Instagram, La Bistro
21928 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-277-5999
Located in downtown West Dearborn this fine dining establishment is an intimate destination for some of the best Italian cuisine in the area. Their lunch and dinner menu features chicken, steak, seafood, and vegetarian options, plus new items such as the Honey Firecracker Chicken. Reservations are welcome.
Photo via Instagram, La Bistro
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La Fork
1041 Howard St., Dearborn; 313-789-5007
Michigan’s first casual poutinerie features French-inspired favorites like sweet crepes and poutine — those loaded fries topped with a signature brown gravy. Located near Michigan Avenue in Downtown Dearborn the small shop keeps prices low with their entire menu ranging from $5-10.
Photo via Instagram, La Fork
1041 Howard St., Dearborn; 313-789-5007
Michigan’s first casual poutinerie features French-inspired favorites like sweet crepes and poutine — those loaded fries topped with a signature brown gravy. Located near Michigan Avenue in Downtown Dearborn the small shop keeps prices low with their entire menu ranging from $5-10.
Photo via Instagram, La Fork
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Miller’s Bar
23700 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-565-2577
Voted Best Burger of 2017 by Metro Times for Wayne County and Channel Four’s Best Burger of 2016, Miller’s has a reputation among locals for their stripped-down burgers. Don’t come to Miller’s if you’re looking for an Instagram-friendly burger packed with all the bells and whistles. The award-winning burgers are famous for a decidedly back-to-basics style. The only thing the waiter asks when you order a burger is if you want cheese — pickles and onions come separately, but the tender meat and fresh ingredients make the burger.
Photo via Millersbar.com
23700 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-565-2577
Voted Best Burger of 2017 by Metro Times for Wayne County and Channel Four’s Best Burger of 2016, Miller’s has a reputation among locals for their stripped-down burgers. Don’t come to Miller’s if you’re looking for an Instagram-friendly burger packed with all the bells and whistles. The award-winning burgers are famous for a decidedly back-to-basics style. The only thing the waiter asks when you order a burger is if you want cheese — pickles and onions come separately, but the tender meat and fresh ingredients make the burger.
Photo via Millersbar.com
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Mint 29
22000 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-438-0507
Located in a historic brick building built as a bank in 1929, this upscale international fusion restaurant is known for its aesthetic in downtown Dearborn. Open late, this spot is great for savory steaks and seafood entrees paired with signature handcrafted cocktails. It’s a unique experience for dinner and drinks at a mid-ranged price.
Photo via Instagram, Mint 29 Dearborn
22000 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-438-0507
Located in a historic brick building built as a bank in 1929, this upscale international fusion restaurant is known for its aesthetic in downtown Dearborn. Open late, this spot is great for savory steaks and seafood entrees paired with signature handcrafted cocktails. It’s a unique experience for dinner and drinks at a mid-ranged price.
Photo via Instagram, Mint 29 Dearborn
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Wing Fingers
5901 Schaefer Rd., Dearborn; 313-438-0388
Recently opened Wing Fingers features 21 sauce and wing flavors available to customize their boneless and bone-in wings and chicken tenders. Burgers, subs, wraps, and salads start at $4.99 for those who need a little or a lot of food. Brick oven pizzas round out their menu with many flavored crust options. Wing Fingers is available for delivery, dine-in, or carry out.”
Photo via Instagram, Wing Fingers
5901 Schaefer Rd., Dearborn; 313-438-0388
Recently opened Wing Fingers features 21 sauce and wing flavors available to customize their boneless and bone-in wings and chicken tenders. Burgers, subs, wraps, and salads start at $4.99 for those who need a little or a lot of food. Brick oven pizzas round out their menu with many flavored crust options. Wing Fingers is available for delivery, dine-in, or carry out.”
Photo via Instagram, Wing Fingers
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