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Garrido's Bistro, Grosse Pointe, MI

Garrido's Bistro

4.6
4.6
200 Reviews
$31 to $50
Latin American
Garrido’s
Latin American Bistro – Seafood – Arepas – Latin & European Food

Hello! We are the Garrido family, in the Spring of 2015 we opened the doors to our Bistro so that we can share with you our culinary heritage. Once you enter our exclusive dining room we want you to be transported to the foods and flavors that make our memories, our backgrounds, and our culture. We want you to enjoy a sensory experience: listen, see, smell, and taste. Our food should be experimented without hesitation, our Latin roots are from Venezuela, right between the Caribbean and the Amazon, where flavors are mild and fresh.

We are excited to cook for you, please come into our house,

The Garrido Family

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2 people

9:00 PM


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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Seafood, Venezuelan
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (313) 466-3042
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Owned/operated by
    Latinx or Hispanic, Women
  • Executive chef
    Chef Christopher Garrido
  • Catering
    Please, contact us for your Catering orders.
  • Neighborhood
    Grosse Pointe
  • Cross street
    Between 7 Mile Rd. and 8 Mile Rd. on Mack Ave.
  • Parking details
    There is metered parking on the front and both side streets. There is also a municipal parking lot 400 ft. South on Mack Ave.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
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What 200 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Detroit

    Neighborhood gem

200 Reviews
  1. Pora

    Cleveland

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My sister and I took my niece out as a congratulatory dinner on her new engagement. It was all our first times there, and it did not disappoint. The food was delicious, and our server and bartender were very attentive!

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  2. ThomasL

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Our server was friendly. We were supposed to get the crispy rice bottom in our Paella and it did not get served that way. Also the savory plantains did not have any flavor. Paella (other than the crispy rice) was good. Mussels were cooked good.

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  3. Vance

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Street parking was easy. We arrived a little ahead of our reservation time and were seated immediately. Mike was our waiter - he was friendly. The beverage service was a little awkward. There were two 1/2 litter plastic bottles of water on the table and Mike did not pour our first glass of water. We ordered a bottle of the house Malbec - it was good. Again, however, Mike did just set the bottle on the table and did not even offer a tasting pour. Also brought a chiller - not sure why. We poured it ourselves. Same with the second bottle. The entrees were all excellent and plentiful. The had three appetizers on the menu and the one we wanted - bread sticks - they were out of. We ordered dessert and the portions were generous. Definitely would go again.

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  4. MarkK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Superior service, Arepa's were great (as usual). Nice Spanish Wine and Beer.

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  5. Chris

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food!! The place is one of the few unexpected charms in Grosse Pointe.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was exceptional and our server made great food recommendations. She was very knowledgeable. I loved that we made reservations and she called just before we arrived to let us know she was setting up our table and confirmed our indoor/outdoor seating preference. The food was delicious, we got the paella! Just a wonderful dining experience!

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  7. Magda

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love this spot. It's actually a great place to bring out of town guest. The staff is fantastic and the food phenomenal. The desserts are out of this world!!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    The food is great. Very well prepared. We enjoyed our meals in the quaint, quiet dining room. Service was a bit slow which may have been because only one server was available. However, the owner/chef was out on the floor ensuring diners were enjoying themselves. The food and food presentation are the stars at this fun, east side diner.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Food was 3+. One dish was much better than the stew. It had grouper in it. We left the spicy out of the stew and forgot to use the sauces on the table.

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  10. StarG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I enjoyed myself. It has a nice atmosphere and portions are large!

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  11. Suze

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food is so fresh and tastey. And the staff is delightful.

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  12. JamesT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cozy, charming atmosphere with dynamite menu. A delight to have paella available in the Grosse Pointe area. Bravo!

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  13. KAPI

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food at Garridos is top notch; we have been there several times, and everything we have had is delicious. Highly recommend. The staff is kind and patient despite being short staffed. If you are there for the experience and plan to be there for a while, I promise it is worth it. So good!

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  14. TriciaB

    Key West

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was fresh and delicious. The service was excellent. You can tell the owners take pride in their restaurant. Well done!

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was friendly. Brunch cocktails were great. I especially loved the white wine sangria. The food is always delicious. I had the breakfast sandwich arepa and fries.

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  16. Artt

    Detroit

    95 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    95 reviews

    Dined on June 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I had a weekday lunch with two friends. The staff was welcoming, explaining the food which was very helpful, and showing us a photo of one of their "extreme" desserts (which was highly vertical and looked like enough to feed 4). We each had an arepa, which was a tasty and satisfying sandwich for lunch. (Mine was the "1-2-3" arepa with chorizo, cheese and Venezuelan guacamole.) Prices are very reasonable. We will visit here again!

    1 person found this helpful

  17. PATRICIAK

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food was really tasty. Desserts were excellent but a bit over priced. We weren't told the extreme shake was $35. While it was fun and really different, it was not worth that much. Overall we will go again and recommend this place but next time we will rethink dessert.

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  18. larsbar

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Vanessa and team are simply outstanding. Food? Just remarkable. Kudos!

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  19. Chani

    Detroit

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Vanessa was amazing! We had a concert to attend last night. She got us in and out. With providing great guest service and she was courteous too. The seafood paella was amazing and the sangria I could drink everyday. My cousin wanted to try the plantain nachos and I didn’t. I tried them and they were AMAZING!!! So definitely worth the trip!!!!!!

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  20. MannyB

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The seafood pasta was terrific, very flavorful. We had their tall chief special dessert as the grand finale. This is a great specialty restaurant. We will be back.

    1 person found this helpful

  21. KeithR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    I can't remember a better meal. Everything was fresh, light and delicious.

    1 person found this helpful

  22. MeganR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was phenomenal. The service was great. The only complaint I could have is that the space itself is so small! It's not overcrowded. I just wish they had a bigger space.

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  23. Colleen77

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    The food is new to me but it was good. Only 2 people working Foh so they timed it okay large portions but French fried in heavy use. I would g back and I am the most judging person in food. Likely dinner is better than brunch.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mother’s Day Brunch

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  25. BL2112

    Detroit

    50 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    Every employee was masked and wearing gloves. The bar area is still surrounded by plexiglas. It’s long past time to drop all Covid-related things. The menu is smaller than it once was and the pricing is quite high. My wife’s arepa was quite greasy. We used to live this restaurant but I do not want to be reminded of the nonsense we endured in 2020 and 2021. Time to move on and return to normal.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is delicious and very unique. The table next to us was extremely loud.

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  27. MikeB

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. Always enjoy dining here.

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  28. Foodies

    Detroit

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Good food, fresh and abundant. Authentic. Must try the tostones!

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  29. DanielleG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and drinks were great! Looking forward to trying out their milk shake next visit

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  30. HollyK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I took my friend for dinner to celebrate her birthday. She's never eaten Venezualan food. Vanessa greeted us at the door and we were treated like royalty the whole evening, not to mention our food was fantastic! She even lit a birthday candle for my friend on our dessert! We'll be back again!

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  31. KyleC413

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing! A memorable meal and experience. Myself and two friends met up on a Saturday night to have dinner and catch up. It was my first time to Garrido’s and I picked it because they had a few vegan options for myself and it’s not always easy to come by creative vegan food. All of us are beyond happy we went to Garrido’s. Upon coming in I was welcomed by an intimate space and smiles so big and warm I could see them behind the masks that all the staff were wearing (I appreciate the level of safety the take for themselves and us dinners). Sat by the window and enjoyed the ambiance of this quaint, familial space. It was cozy and felt special to be there that night. You can tell there is love in this restaurant. I had the black bean arepa and will be going back for another soon it was so good. I kept thinking about it the day after - hence a memorable experience. My one friend enjoyed the salmon which was perfectly cooked and a healthy portion of both fish and the sides. The other friend had the cesar salad and raved about the freshness of the dressing and enjoyed the shrimp she added to it. Our server, who I believe was Matt or Mike, took great care of us, had a great knowledge of the menu and served genuine hospitality. Overall highly recommend! Grab a Caribbean Martini and enjoy one of the best dinning experiences I’ve had in metro detroit. Thank you to all who were working Saturday April 8th you provided us all with a wonderful experience 💖

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  32. DebbieK

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was wonderful we will be back. You could use a more than one beer option.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Garridos was fantastic. The kale salad, super! The cocktails, awesome! The shrimp dish, very flavorful. Our server Michael was great. We’ll be back!!

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  34. CharlesH

    Naples

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Garridos is a gem!! Wonderful food which is unique and hard to find among all other restaurants. Healthy! Service was first class! Value for the price. My guest was a first time diner here and he loved it. I have been here 4 times since shortly after opening and it just gets better and better!

    1 person found this helpful

  35. OpenTable Diner

    Grand Rapids

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service and the food is amazing and unique. A hidden gem!

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  36. AmyW

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cute atmosphere and delicious food. The Paella is worth the wait.

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  37. AP1797

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Garrido's is one of our favorite places! We live nearby and can walk to it. The food is amazing and completely unlike anything we can get in the area. It is important to know the restaurant is very small, and some of tables are extremely close together. Also, the food may take awhile to come out--but it is worth it! The owners and servers are extremely friendly and kind.

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  38. JuanettaJ

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I really enjoyed our time at Garrido's Bistro. The atmosphere, food and service were excellent. Highly recommend!

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  39. Chris

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great all-around. Amazing food, can't be beat for amazing flavors and spices (my favorite are the Seafood specialties). Also, great Old Fashioned's, you gotta try one. Went with a friend last night, who had never been, and they were similarly impressed.

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  40. JamesP

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was outstanding and the ambience was very good. They had quiet music playing in the background. We could listen to the music and talk at the same time.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Garrido's Bistro using the Order Online button. Garrido's Bistro also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (313) 466-3042.

Garrido's Bistro is rated 4.6 stars by 200 OpenTable diners.

Garrido's Bistro does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 PM


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Google Map for Garrido's Bistro

19605 Mack Ave, Grosse Pointe, MI 48236-2838

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between 7 Mile Rd. and 8 Mile Rd. on Mack Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Grosse Pointe
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:30 pm
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Seafood, Venezuelan
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is metered parking on the front and both side streets. There is also a municipal parking lot 400 ft. South on Mack Ave.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Latinx or Hispanic, Women
  • Executive chef
    Chef Christopher Garrido
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
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