Mad Nice

Name: Mad Nice
Address: 4120 2nd Ave, Detroit, MI, 48201-1704, US
Telephone: (313) 558-8000
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.2

4.2 (15)

$50 and over

Italian

4120 2nd Ave, Detroit, MI 48201-1704

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Mad Nice

4.2

$50 and over

Italian

Detroit

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 10, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

Good for business meals
Innovative
Gluten-free-friendly

A Slice of Italy in Midtown Detroit.

An unexpected, modern Italian menu, surrounded by coastal chic decor and mid-century design with smooth, sophisticated service, located in midtown Detroit.

The bright, airy space, adorned with pastel hues and lush greenery, creates an inviting atmosphere that feels both sophisticated and relaxed. Guests can anticipate an experience where thoughtful preparation and quality ingredients shine, reflecting the changing seasons of Michigan. Wood-fire pizza, house baked sourdough bread, hand rolled pasta and a hearth with seasonal selections.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm
Contact
(313) 558-8000
Website
https://madnicedetroit.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Elliot Patit
Private party facilities
To book a private event, please click the following link and fill out the form. A member of our team will be in touch in 24 hours! https://madnicedetroit.com/events/
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
4120 2nd Ave, Detroit, MI 48201-1704
Neighborhood
Detroit
Cross street
Northeast corner of 2nd Avenue and West Alexandrine Street in Midtown
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Mad Nice.

4.2

(15)

3.9Food
4.2Service
4.7Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Innovative
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Good for groups
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Healthy
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Neighborhood gem
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Great for fine wines
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Romantic
Detroit
Innovative
Detroit
Good for groups
Detroit
Healthy
Detroit
Neighborhood gem
Detroit
Great for fine wines
Detroit
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mad Nice offers a beautiful ambiance with "a classic, well-prepared Italian menu" and "a sensational wine list." While some guests have had mixed experiences with service and food quality, standout mentions highlight "wonderful" service by Kennedy and "amazing" new menu innovations by chef Eliot. The restaurant is especially recommended for its decor, fun atmosphere, and attentive staff.

15 Reviews

S
Shannon
Detroit2 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was wonderful, food was great except the halibut we got was way too salty and honestly awful. Everything else was delicious though!
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Maria
Detroit48 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a beautiful restaurant. The food and service was amazing. Highly recommend going there.
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Jade
Detroit1 review
1.0
Dined on November 1, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
I recently visited this restaurant for my mom’s birthday brunch. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing overall. While the ambiance was nice and the atmosphere was pleasant, the service and food did not meet our expectations. The chicken sausage was undercooked, and I actually found a hair in my eggs, which was extremely unappetizing. Additionally, we were not informed of the $50 cake-cutting fee until after we had already been seated and received our drinks. I feel that this is something that should have been communicated upfront, especially when celebrating a special occasion. We came to enjoy a nice birthday brunch for my mom, and unfortunately, the experience fell short. The ambiance was definitely a plus, but outside of that, I was not impressed. Better food quality, attention to detail, and transparency with additional fees would have made a big difference. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and makes improvements for future guests.
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Dr . Kat
Los Angeles23 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 30, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I've seen Kennedy at Mad Nice a number of times, but this was the first time she waited on us, and she was wonderful! Her recommendations were phenomenal, and every one was a hit. She was attentive and accommodating, and you could tell she genuinely wanted to give us a great experience. We'll definitely be asking for her again. Thank you, Kennedy!
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Lorna
Cincinnati3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the space, staff & look. I wish they offered sugar free syrup as an option
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Jacques Gold
Anchorage20 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 20, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A classic, well-prepared Italian menu enhanced with a sensational wine list. The decor is modern and the background music is upbeat although quiet enough to allow conversation. The servers are cheerful, attentive and well-trained. Recommended.
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Jennifer
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on October 16, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
New menu was amazing. Eliot the chef has done it again!
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Jeff
Detroit1 review
5.0
Dined on October 16, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Would definitely go again after a show at the Fox!!
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Karen
Detroit1 review
3.0
Dined on October 10, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Wow. Things have changed. We were rushed to order. The branzino was minute. Small portion for one person let alone 4 who expected to share. Pizza totally forgettable. Mushroom risotta was weird. Peaches were ok but over seasoned. The restaurant was half empty on a Saturday night prime time.
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Jeffrey
Detroit3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 10, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and a really nice and attentive server. Fun atmosphere!
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm
Contact
(313) 558-8000
Website
https://madnicedetroit.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Elliot Patit
Private party facilities
To book a private event, please click the following link and fill out the form. A member of our team will be in touch in 24 hours! https://madnicedetroit.com/events/
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
4120 2nd Ave, Detroit, MI 48201-1704
Neighborhood
Detroit
Cross street
Northeast corner of 2nd Avenue and West Alexandrine Street in Midtown
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Make a reservation

Mad Nice

4.2

$50 and over

Italian

Detroit

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 10, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today