Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Detroit / Eastern Michigan

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Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Detroit / Eastern Michigan? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Prost Wine Bar & Charcuterie

4.9

4.9 (163)

$31 to $50

Wine Bar

Frankenmuth

About the restaurant

Prost! is a refreshing experience located downtown Frankenmuth! Offering a wide selection of wine and beer from around the globe, along with perfectly crafted cocktails. Our menu encompasses the European culture from imported charcuterie and cheese, shareable plates, salads, paninis and heartier dishes. We are dedicated to ensuring our guests are given a welcoming experience and bringing something new to the community for all to enjoy!

In the summer, our intimate dining space opens to the wonderful outdoors, leading to a patio on Main St.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Top review

Cathy

Dined 7 days ago

Excellent Menu and wine options. Friendly staff. Great customer service.

La Bistecca Italian Grille

4.9

4.9 (1236)

$50 and over

Italian

Plymouth

About the restaurant

We are proud to be featuring USDA Certified Piedmontese beef, found to be naturally low in fat and cholesterol. Also serving fresh fish, seafood, veal, and chops. Save room for dessert so you don’t miss our award winning Tiramisu. We shop the world daily to bring you the finest food. Experience world class dining with an emphasis on service and be sure not to miss our extensive wine list.

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StacieVIP

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

The service was fantastic some of the best we’ve ever had. The food was also excellent. We are looking forward to dining here again soon!

Mother Handsome

4.9

4.9 (17)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Oak Park

About the restaurant

Mother Handsome: A Versatile Café, Private Event Space, Cocktail Bar, and Pizzeria By morning, Mother Handsome is a charming café, serving freshly roasted, in-house coffee that makes for a delicious brew to start your day. As the sun sets, our space transforms into a vibrant Pizzeria & Bar, where you can enjoy the freshest espresso martinis and hand-tossed pizzas made with the finest ingredients. Our welcoming and cozy atmosphere is perfect for any occasion. We also offer a private room, ideal for hosting events ranging from intimate gatherings to larger celebrations. Whether you're stopping by for a morning pick-me-up or looking to unwind in the evening with friends, Mother Handsome provides an unforgettable experience from dawn to dusk.

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Deoundrea

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Great place, my daughter and I was most impressed with the non-alcoholic menu, most restaurants do not have that option a plus in our book. We will be returning. I live in Oak Park so this is a nice place to go to that's close. Not to mention free parking.

Klavon's Pizzeria & Pub - Jackson

4.9

4.9 (19)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Jackson

About the restaurant

At Klavon's, we create memorable dining experiences that bring people together. For 18 years, we've perfected our craft with a focus on excellent service, consistent quality, and attention to detail. Join us for your next special occasion – our welcoming team is ready to treat you like family.

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Dayle

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Outstanding service from our waitress and, as always, great pizza.

The Ebenezer

4.9

4.9 (395)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

Plymouth

About the restaurant

The Ebenezer is downtown Plymouth’s first and only speakeasy, and one of the few in the Metro Detroit area. Hidden in plain view off Fleet Street and nestled in the basement of the former First National Bank of Plymouth (now occupied by The Ledger), its moniker comes from Ebenezer J. Penniman, the first to be appointed president of the bank in 1871. While the tellers, loan officers, and deposit slips are long gone, the former vault still exists as the bar’s private tasting room, equipped with lockers for members and an ambiance reminiscent of the roaring 1920’s mixed in and elegantly spun with today’s vibe that can be felt throughout the entire space. The Ebenezer encompasses over 4,000 square feet with a capacity of 127 serving craft cocktails, wine, craft beer and a small menu of shareable plates.

Top review

Ashley

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Such a good spot to go to after dinner and chill. We loved the vibe and the music was great with the DJ. Drinks and service were perfect. Thanks!

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BARDA

4.9

4.9 (122)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Detroit

About the restaurant

Inspired by the parrillas of his native Argentina and the hip enclaves of contemporary Buenos Aires, Chef Javier Bardauil brings the art of live-fire cooking to Detroit at BARDA — a modern steakhouse where ancestral traditions meet out-of-this-world innovation. The BARDA kitchen relies solely on a wood-burning grill and oven, ensuring that every dish is either flame-cooked, fire-kissed, or served raw, showcasing premium cuts of meat and high-quality seafood and vegetables prepared to highlight their natural flavors. The thoughtfully curated South American wine list and playful cocktail menu provide artful balance to the fire-infused cuisine. Recognized as a James Beard Award finalist for Best New Restaurant in 2022, Barda invites you to experience the depth and warmth that only live-fire cooking can offer, in a futuristic space unlike any other restaurant in America.

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PetraVIP

Dined 2 days ago

The meal was excellent, perfect temperature and great flavor.

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Eddie V's - Troy

4.9

4.9 (3551)

$50 and over

Seafood

Troy

About the restaurant

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

Top review

John

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful Birthday experience for my wife Maria and our family!! Service and food was outstanding. Thank you. John

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Central Kitchen + Bar

4.9

4.9 (665)

$30 and under

American

Detroit

About the restaurant

Central Kitchen + Bar features contemporary American cuisine in a casual and welcoming environment. With recognizable bar food serving as the foundation for our menu, our executive chef has given a new spin to the classics, upgrading them with inventive taste combinations using local and seasonal ingredients. Guests will be pleased to see that we have something that appeals to everyone. From the selection of our purveyors of produce and meats, to creating our own infusions for our hand crafted cocktails, we are committed to offering our guests the highest quality products from start to finish.

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Deonna

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Continued phenomenal dining service and entrees. Central is my go-to whenever I travel back home to visit. I’m always greeted with a warm welcome from the bartenders and management.

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Brighton Bar and Grill

4.9

4.9 (2449)

$30 and under

American

Brighton

About the restaurant

THIS BRIGHTON BAR AND GRILL IS IN BRIGHTON MICHIGAN

The Brighton Bar & Grill is a contemporary, bright and energetic restaurant serving the very best in American eclectic fare. Our food is fresh, full of bold flavors and eye-catching presentations. Our service staff is attentive, friendly, and eager to make your visit with us a memorable one. Our attention to detail is second to none, making your dining experience always satisfying. Our slogan, emphasized in our mission statement and carried out in our restaurant every day, is "Always an Escape. Always Uniquely Brighton Bar & Grill" We look forward to exceeding your expectations!

Top review

Bob

Dined 6 days ago

Great dining experience. Food and service were fantastic!

The Capital Grille - Troy

4.9

4.9 (3641)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Troy

About the restaurant

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

Top review

RandyVIP

Dined 3 days ago

As a frequent diner at Morton's, it was a refreshing change of pace to dine at Capital Grill. Its not like I had never been there before, but I really appreciated the old school steakhouse decor, atmosphere and quality of the food. I will not wait as long the next time to go back.

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