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Mare Mediterranean, Birmingham, MI

Mare Mediterranean

4.7
4.7
303 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
A new, modern seafood restaurant with Greek, Italian and Spanish influences

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (248) 940-5525

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Sean Force

  • Private party facilities

    The Silver Rock Room- Private dining, audio visual, seats 35 The Wine Cellar Room - Private dining, audio visual, seats 14The Starlight Lounge - Comfy couches, chairs and tables, seats 25

  • Neighborhood

    Birmingham

  • Cross street

    Bates

  • Parking details

    Valet

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 303 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Best Service

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Seafood

  • Detroit

    Best Service

  • Detroit

    Seafood

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  1. Candace

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Branzino is a must. Everything was amazing!! Ask for Mitchell to serve your table. He’s great!
  2. GregS

    Detroit

    8 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience4
    I had the worst smelling disgusting piece of fish brought to my table. I don't even know how they could plate it. Maybe time for a new seafood go to.
  3. HapsterWB

    Detroit

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time there. We ordered of the early bird menu (it was 6:30 on a Wednesday) While smaller portions it was more than enough food. Branzino and the Shrimp Saganaki were wonderful. Octopus appetizer was as good as we have had anywhere. Loved the Tiramisu and the Baklava gelato desserts. Will definitely go back.
  4. LataishaL

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My family really enjoyed our food and experience at Mare. The table side preparation of the fish was amazing. Very caring and friendly staff. This made our Mother’s Day exceptional.
  5. TBarnett1230

    Detroit

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great food and dining experience at Mare! This is our Mother’s Day tradition
  6. IkaHonfoodlover

    Philadelphia

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    We went there with another couple to celebrate my birthday. Food was very good and the service as well. We had hamachi crudo, oysters and fritto misto for appetizers and we choose a fish to be grilled and spaghetti a la vongole. Fish was served tablesido. Overall it was a good experience.
  7. ClaudineG

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My mother and I had the fish that takes a little longer to make but it was well worth the wait. Food was one of the most memorable restaurant experiences we had in our life. My husband ordered the steak and while it was good, it was just an ordinary steak. I really think their specialty is the seafood and that’s what we will always get when we come. Highly recommend the baklava vanilla gelato.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter, Curtis, was very attentive, pleasant, informed on everything-great service. Nice place. Food was good overall. My scallops didn’t have a lot of flavor but were fresh. I guess I’m just used to a stronger type sauce to dip them in. But that’s just me. Special of Darado Royal was delicious per my hubby.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good food and service. Food was fantastic. Would highly recommend.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the dining experience. He had the Branzino fish cooked in salt. Love the food, great service. Excellent and highly recommended. The only opportunity is that we were not able of get an hold of anyone over the phone!
  11. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday dinner was perfect from service, food and special dessert. Will definitely return for fine dining
  12. LadyMgA

    Detroit

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    It was my first-time. I like that it was easy to make reservations. I had the spicy tequila cocktail. It was ok. A bit sour and not sweet enough for my taste. I ordered the red snapper with all the extra on the side without all the “stuff” the fish was quite bland. The asparagus and potato sides were good. As was the chocolate/hazelnut ice cream dessert. The wait staff and hostess were exceptional.
  13. SamerK

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    loved the food and atmosphere, would recommend to others
  14. CrystalLakeFoodie

    Detroit

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall2food4service3ambience3
    After delicious appetizers, cocktails and salad, it took over FORTY minutes for our entrees to arrive… unacceptable! The atmosphere is nice and light, but the restaurant got louder and louder as we waited, and it was apparent that the waiters and kitchen were understaffed. Our server was very good - professional and polite - but that couldn’t make up for the delay in being served the main course, even though it was brought to the table and prepared in front of us. To end the evening on an even lower note, the special dessert was underwhelming and disappointing. Fortunately the wine list is extensive and we enjoyed a nice Tuscan blend. Given the price, it will take some convincing to make a return visit.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious! Second visit and will continue dining here!
  16. JenniferW

    Detroit

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had Mitchell as our server. He is outstanding!! Our server ice was impeccable and the food was so delicious!
  17. rmbdet234

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Food was ok. Good not great. A bit over priced and lacking flavor and creativity
  18. dale

    Detroit

    56 reviews

    4.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Nice place. Music way too loud. Food was creative and flavorful. Waiter in main dining was very good. Bartender seemed sour when we asked for Happy Hour menu and he treated everyone else more politely who didn’t know about happy hour. We will go back.
  19. TracyM

    Detroit

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Girls night out! Food and drinks were great and our waiter was outstanding!
  20. lovetoeat

    Detroit

    35 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Great concept, but much of the food was mediocre and very high priced. Overly pretentious sommelier. (Loosen up buddy!). Hamachi tartar was fantastic, pastas were tasteless, fish of the day was just ok. Salads fine but uninspired. Desserts were excellent. We will give them awhile before we return.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Staff was excellent. I had the steak and it was perfect. My girlfriend had the scallops which were good, but the bed of rice had no flavor and soaked in oil, which made her meal ok. Thank you for allowing us to comment. We will be back again.
  22. CashW

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Extremely fresh seafood and great service! I would highly recommend the Lobster Spaghetti
  23. Carmela

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Food was wonderful. Service could have been a bit better, but we just chalk it up to the shortage of workers, and are grateful that somebody's showing up for work! We had a very enjoyable dinner!
  24. JenniferF

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and service was spectacular
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great waitperson
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Experience was wonderful the food was delicious! Our waiter was knowledgeable and entertaining! We all loved it!
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My favorite spot in south eastern MI
  28. Tinaj

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jamie was a wonderful waitress. So knowledgeable and friendly. The ceviche was the best I’ve had!
  29. niteowl

    Detroit

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent food, excellent service. I highly recommend this restaurant.
  30. MichaelE

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant was a little different from what I would usually do but wanted to my date to someplace different. The Food and service was excellent the ambience was second to none. Will definitely go back
  31. DougW

    Detroit

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service, and atmosphere
  32. foodie14

    Detroit

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They provided the table we requested when I made reservation. Service was outstanding-a huge improvement over my last experience. Food was amazing. Wine list had missing items but the bottle I was recommended was excellent. Was a high energy vibe and made for a great evening for us.
  33. JoanneH

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good service and high quality food. Awesome cocktail options. It was nice to have 2 vegan options, I would love to see more!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our dinner experience was fantastic. The service was top notch, very quick on our drink orders, gave great recommendations on the menu, and allowed us to space out our food order so we didn’t feel rushed. Bar area also looks spacious and nice. I’d definitely go back again.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best seafood restaurant in Michigan so far. Delicious food, and great service
  36. MaryB

    Detroit

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Had a lot of hype about this restaurant. Curtis our server was amazing and he worked with the kitchen to accommodate a special order. Overall the food was good. Didn’t care for the decor and the prices are outlandish. Would come back but would sit at the bar or in the lounge area.
  37. Dockaraca

    Detroit

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Impeccable food and service. Nino is on top of it and we see him each time we visit. Fantastic seafood reminiscent of Mediterranean restaurants .
  38. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Kate is the best! The food is also outstanding!
  39. Gtmkxm0

    Detroit

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was spot on, as expected. Curtis was our server, and ensured along with the rest of the staff that it was a great experience. The mussels were a "must" starter, with the broth complimenting, and not overpowering, the dish. The fish was served table side and bone-free, and the side of varietal mushrooms was seasoned perfectly. Great night!
  40. GianniC

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated my fathers 79th birthday. Ambiance and food were on point. Nino and the staff he has we’re all very gracious, they make you feel like family. Special shout out to Mitchell who handed our group…Thank you

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Mare Mediterranean is rated 4.7 stars by 303 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Mare Mediterranean

115 Willits St, Birmingham, MI 48009-3317

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Bates

  • Neighborhood

    Birmingham

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Valet

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Sean Force

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (248) 940-5525

  • Private party facilities

    The Silver Rock Room- Private dining, audio visual, seats 35 The Wine Cellar Room - Private dining, audio visual, seats 14The Starlight Lounge - Comfy couches, chairs and tables, seats 25

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