The best places to live in Detroit when you’re young (and fun)

Looking for the perfect spot to kickstart your life in Detroit? While New York City and Los Angeles might be the typical…

By Layla McMurtrie

​​The Neighborhood: Midtown

​​The vibe: You get a little bit of everything, with a mix of people alongside diverse food choices, local businesses, museums, coffee shops, and more, all in one place. 

Ideal for: Young professionals. Wayne State students. Artists. Really anyone seeking a vibrant urban life. 

Not ideal for: People who want a quiet, suburban life. 

Extra perk: Walkability.  

Where to meet locals: Honest John’s. Kitab Cafe. The MOCAD.
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The essential Detroit area brunches you should have tried by now

Nothing says spring has sprung quite like brunch. Sure, you can technically brunch in the fall and winter, but it’s just something…

By Metro Times editorial staff, Alex Washington

Madam
298 S. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham; 248-283-4200; daxtonhotel.com/food-drink

It’s Ma-DAHM, and it’s one of the latest brunch spots to open up in metro Detroit. Located inside Birmingham’s Daxton Hotel, this new restaurant offers a luxe brunching experience.
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The best places to check out live music in metro Detroit [PHOTOS]

Detroit’s music history is deeply embedded into its culture. From Motown to techno, Detroit’s sonic contributions to the world have been vast…

By Alex Washington

Willis Show Bar
4156 3rd Ave., Detroit; 313-788-7469; 
willisshowbar.com
Back in the early ’50s, Willis Show Bar was once one of the hottest jazz clubs in Detroit. Today, the cocktail lounge hosts a variety of funk, soul, live bands, and DJs every week. The intimate venue can seat around 83 guests.
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Fans of Depeche Mode, NIN, and Siouxsie and the Banshees pay tribute at Ferndale’s Magic Bag [PHOTOS]

Detroit has a lot of great tribute bands, and two of their finest played Friday night at the Magic Bag with Depeche…

By Mike Pfeiffer

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20 women-owned metro Detroit businesses to support

There’s just something about a woman from Detroit. Not only is she effortlessly fly, she’s about her business. Kash Doll once said…

By Alex Washington

The Lip Bar
1435 Farmer St., Detroit; 313-952-5198; thelipbar.com
The Lip Bar might be known for their lip products, but the brand carries a lot more. An artist at the store can help match you to their face products including their 3-in-1 Tinted Moisturizer.
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The hottest hookup bars in metro Detroit [PHOTOS]

Some bars are just for drinking — but other bars are for when you’re thirsty. Here’s our roundup of metro Detroit’s most…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Soho
205 W. Nine Mile, Ferndale; 248-542-7646; ferndalesoho.com
One of Detroit’s premier gay clubs, the stylish but casual lounge hosts trivia, karaoke, drag bingo nights, and dance parties.
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The Detroit area restaurants that have closed in 2022

It seems the local dining industry is finally bouncing back after the harsh take down it suffered during the height of the…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Ready Player One 
407 E. Fort St., Detroit

The bar and arcade that served us nothing but nostalgia closed its downtown location earlier this year. The restaurant is now home to “weird” pizzeria chain, Pizza Cat.
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This Ferndale house comes with two urinals in the kitchen

Home decor and interior styling can tell you everything you need to know about a person. This Ferndale home located at 3050…

By Metro Times editorial staff

This Ferndale 'bro' pad has Detroit Lions basketball court and is listed at $165K
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20 places in the Detroit area to take your date this fall

Cooler weather means Detroiters have to get creative extra creative with their date night plans. Just because we'll be indoors more doesn't…

By Alex Washington

Blake’s Tasting Room
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Everything we saw at the DIY Street Fair in Ferndale

The DIY Street Fair returned to Ferndale last weekend for a crafty good time. Here's everything and everyone we saw at this…

By Leigh Miller

Everything we saw at the DIY Street Fair in Ferndale
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30 metro Detroit restaurants that are open late

There’s nothing like a late-night bite, especially after an evening out at a nightclub or concert. While many restaurants and bars have…

By Lee DeVito

The Bronx Bar.
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All the beautiful people we saw celebrating at Ferndale Pride

This past weekend the city of Ferndale kicked off its Pride month celebrations, with live performances, street vendors, and a whole lot of…

By Leigh Miller

All the beautiful people we saw celebrating at Ferndale Pride
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20 restaurants that have opened in the Detroit area so far in 2022

Many restaurants are still reeling from the pandemic, as made evident by the amount of restaurants we lost in 2021. Things seem…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Charminar Biryani
111 W. Warren Ave., Detroit; 313-974-6236; charminarmi.com
Charminar Biryani Express opened in Detroit  early this spring bringing Indian cuisine right across the street from Wayne State University.
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30 essential Detroit area record stores to support to keep the music alive

Keep music alive by supporting these local, legendary, and thriving Detroit-area record stores, which keep the inspiration spinning all year long.

By Metro Times editorial staff

30 essential Detroit area record stores to support to keep the music alive
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The best metro Detroit restaurants of 2021, according to our readers

Much like their favorite NFL football team, Detroiters will go down giving it all they've got when to comes to their favorite…

By Metro Times editorial staff

The best metro Detroit restaurants of 2021, according to our readers
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All the crafty people we saw at Ferndale's DIY Street Fair

DIY Street Fair returned to Ferndale for a crafty good time. This year's fair featured over 150 local artists, makers, crafters, and…

By Metro Times editorial staff

All the crafty people we saw at Ferndale's DIY Street Fair
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20 Detroit area food trucks you should have tried by now

The food truck industry has grown rapidly over the last few years. In Detroit, you can find them parked all over the…

By Metro Times editorial staff

20 Detroit area food trucks you should have tried by now
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25 of the most romantic restaurants in the Detroit area, according to Yelp

It might be cold AF outside, but things are heating up in time for Valentine's Day, thanks to metro Detroit's dining scene.…

By Metro Times editorial staff

16. Marrow
    8044 Kercheval Ave., Detroit; 313-652-0200; marrowdetroit.com 
    “Had an absolutely incredible experience at Marrow for our anniversary dinner. Menu has to be picked ahead of time, but you truly can't go wrong -- everything was fresh, unique, beautifully plated, and delicious. Our server was kind and attentive while also being careful to limit contact due to covid precautions. We sat on the back patio which had heaters and a fire going, and was a lovely setting for dinner. The tasting menu is well worth the price and we already want to return since the menu changes often! Marrow exceeded our expectations and made our anniversary dinner fun and memorable.” — Carolina R. on Yelp
    
    Photo via Marrow/Facebook
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50 Detroit-area restaurants that we said goodbye to in 2020

Draw a bath, cue up the Sarah McLachlan, and grab a pint of ice cream because we are seriously bumming about not…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Revolver
    9737 Joseph Campau Ave., Hamtramck
    Revolver debuted in 2013 with a novel concept of selling advance tickets to special dinners with weekly rotating chefs, many of whom used the space to preview their new restaurants. While it drew a cult following, it could not survive the coronavirus pandemic, which forced many restaurants to resort to carryout. Revolver's closure was made official in the fall.
    Photo via MT archives
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40 Detroit area restaurants with igloos, tents, and heated outdoor seating

We Michiganders know one thing to be true: winter is inevitable. No longer how many unseasonably warm days November may hold, winter…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Lake Inn Lapeer
    3711 Hunt Rd., Lapeer; 810-667-09411; lakeinnlapeer.com
    It’s a little like eating a burger in front of a cow but at Lake Inn Lapeer, which has a seafood-focused menu, they’ve got igloos on the deck overlooking the lake, you know, home to pre-cooked sea creatures. All that is required to reserve a waterfront igloo is a willingness to spend $150 minimum on food and drinks Monday-Thursday or $200 minimum Friday through Sunday. 
     
    Photo via Lake Inn Lapeer/Facebook
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The Detroit area's best marijuana businesses in 2020, according to our readers

Looks like metro Detroiters had some high praise for these local marijuana businesses in Metro Times' Best of Detroit poll. From vape…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Best Preroll (Washtenaw)
    The Patient Station
    539 S. Huron St., Ypsilanti; 734-544-9999; thepatientstation.com 
    
    Photo via GoogleMaps
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The Detroit area’s best restaurants in 2020, according to our readers

The results are in for the 2020 Best of Detroit reader's poll and our readers didn't hold back from letting us know…

By Metro Times editorial staff

The Detroit area’s best restaurants in 2020, according to our readers
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30 essential Detroit area sandwich shops you should have tried by now

Let's be real: We've never met a sandwich we didn't like. In fact, our personal nutritional pyramid is made up of 65%…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Ernie’s Market
    8500 Capital St., Oak Park; 248-541-9703; erniessandwichshop.com
    Ernie’s is known for its large, unique sandwiches — and for Ernie, a shopkeep with a propensity for saying, “Baby!” You can put a number of toppings on them, and choose from a wide variety of sides. The local business has been serving the community for years.
    Photo via Ernie’s Market / Facebook
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25 ice cream spots in the Detroit area you should have tried by now

The existential dread you're feeling? Well, while we may not be able to fill the void of uncertainty, but we can suggest…

By Metro Times editorial staff

25 ice cream spots in the Detroit area you should have tried by now
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The 20 hottest restaurants in the Detroit area right at this moment

The restaurant scene in the Detroit area is hotter than hot, and all the options might make you dizzy. To help you…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Leila
    1249 Griswold St., Detroit; 313-816-8100; leiladetroit.com
    With 4,500-square-feet, Leila has the space to serve family-style Lebanese dishes. Classic fare includes dry-rubbed pork, grilled meat dishes called mashawi, and a selection of seafood.
    Photo via Leila / Facebook
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25 essential restaurants located in Detroit's suburbs

Detroit is an attractive destination for foodies and everyone knows it — but the food scene in the suburbs of Detroit is…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Mabel Gray
    23825 John R Rd., Hazel Park; mabelgraykitchen.com; 248-398-4300
    Mabel Gray serves exciting, innovative dishes in a cozy atmosphere. With no set menu, Mabel Gray emphasizes seasonal dishes with ingredients sourced from Chef Rigato's network of local farms, butchers, and foragers.
    Photo via Mabel Gray / Facebook
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All the people, food, and oysters we saw at Shuck Yeah! 2019

Shuck Yeah! — Metro Times' oyster-tasting extravaganza — took place on Sunday, Oct. 20, at Ferndale's Otus Supply.10/20/2019 Photos by Dontae Rockymore

By Metro Times editorial staff

All the people, food, and oysters we saw at Shuck Yeah! 2019
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15 cozy fall dishes to try at Detroit-area restaurants

Fall is upon us, and with it comes cozy sweaters, bonfires, and some of the most comforting food you'll eat all year.…

By Metro Times editorial staff

The Meeting House 
    301 Main St., Rochester; 248-759-4825; themeetinghouserochester.com
    Lightly Smoked Chicken Breast: Maple-basted spaghetti squash served with baby carrots, sugar snap peas, and sage. 
    Roasted Vegetable: Mixed greens served with butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, toasted pumpkin seeds, white balsamic vinaigrette, and chèvre.
    Photo via The Meeting House / Facebook
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Everything we saw at the Regrettes show at the Loving Touch in Ferndale

L.A. garage pop group the Regrettes performed at the Loving Touch in Ferndale on Wednesday, along with Greer and Hala.10/09/2019 Photos by…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Everything we saw at the Regrettes show at the Loving Touch in Ferndale
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What you can expect at this year's Shuck Yeah! oyster tasting event

Shuck Yeah! — Metro Times' oyster-tasting extravaganza — will take place on Sunday, Oct. 20, at Ferndale's Otus Supply, from 11 a.m.…

By Metro Times editorial staff

What you can expect at this year's Shuck Yeah! oyster tasting event
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Everyone we saw at Ferndale's DIY Street Fair 2019

Nothing is sexier than doing it yourself, which is what the Ferndale DIY Street Fair has been doing for 12 years running.…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Everyone we saw at Ferndale's DIY Street Fair 2019
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All the beautiful people we saw at the Little Mermen show at Ferndale's Magic Bag

It was a whole new world at the Magic Bag with Disney tribute band, the Little Mermen.08/30/2019 Photos by Mike Pfeiffer

By Metro Times editorial staff

All the beautiful people we saw at the Little Mermen show at Ferndale's Magic Bag
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