PAO Detroit - Modern Dining

Name: PAO Detroit - Modern Dining
Address: 114 W Adams Avenue, Detroit, MI, United States, 48226
Telephone: (313) 816-0000
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.2

4.2 (1236)

$31 to $50

Pan-Asian

114 W Adams Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226

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2 people

Jun 17, 2025

9:30 PM

About this restaurant

Lively
Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails

Welcome to PAO Detroit, where Asian fusion meets elevated dining in the heart of Downtown. Nestled in the historic Michigan Oriental Theater, our unique and award-winning dining experience offers a refined blend of upscale ambiance and cultural heritage. Explore our diverse fusion menu, catering to all dietary preferences, from vegetarian to halal options. Whether it's a romantic date or a night out with friends, our attentive service and sophisticated atmosphere ensure a memorable experience. Savor a selection of rare Asian spirits, craft cocktails, or luxury champagnes from our drink menu, elevating your evening at PAO.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Pan-Asian, Asian, Seafood
Hours of operation
Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(313) 816-0000
Website
http://paodetroit.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Dining experiences available for special occasions, corporate events and more. Join us in a supper club-focused atmosphere, complemented by craft cocktails, rare Asian & International spirits, customizable menus, strolling buffet and sit-down options in over 800 SF of usable space.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
114 W Adams Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226
Neighborhood
Detroit
Cross street
W Adams Ave & Park Ave
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 1,236 people are saying

PAO Detroit - Modern Dining reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

PAO Detroit offers an electrifying atmosphere with a "lounge club vibe" and "amazing Asian-inspired dishes." Guests rave about the "magnificent" service and "delicious" dishes like the Seabass and Salmon. While some found the ambiance "very cold and dark," the creative cocktails and attentive staff make it "highly recommended" for special occasions.

1,236 Reviews

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Chris
Detroit / Eastern Michigan3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were amazing! Every dish that was ordered was delicious. I had a wonderful birthday dinner, and the other guests were very satisfied as well.
PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on May 6, 2025
We're so happy that you and your guests enjoyed every dish and had an amazing experience. We look forward to making more special memories with you in the future!
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Elizabeth
Unspecified1 review
3.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Service was far and few between. Had to wait a lot in between being able to get assistance. Food was mid and drinks were good
PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on May 9, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the drinks. We're regret that the service did not meet your expectations, and we apologize for the wait you experienced. We strive to provide attentive service, and we’ll be addressing this with our team. We hope you'll consider giving us another try in the future.
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Denise VIP
Detroit / Eastern Michigan13 reviews
1.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
We did not have a good experience at this restaurant. The staff were rude and our food was not good
PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on April 28, 2025
Dear Denise, We are truly sorry to hear about your experience at PAO Detroit. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we will address these issues internally. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
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Ellyn VIP
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Very very very load "resturant" that felt more like a nightclub. I could not have a conversation with my date as you could not talk over the music. food was fine, but not very flavorful. A dish with "thai chilis" should be spicy, but was a 4/10 spice level max. Octopus was very chewy and not charged. Would not return. Drinks were alright, but expensive. Just moved to Detroit from Chicago, so I'm very used to expensive, but the drink was average for $22.
PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on April 23, 2025
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Our atmosphere is energetic and designed to offer both dining and entertainment. We understand our club-like vibe isn't for everyone and we value your feedback.
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Ashleigh
Detroit / Eastern Michigan2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time and portions were good! Mandalay Bay cocktail was 12/10.
PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on April 19, 2025
We’re so happy you had a great time and enjoyed the generous portions! Can’t wait to have you back for another amazing experience!
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Lisa
Detroit / Eastern Michigan2 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
PAO Detroit is a beautiful venue. We had wonderful service. The food was not very good. I had the beef noodle and it was basically shredded wagu which nullified the tase and the dish was overwhelmed with a ton of onions which was all I could really taste. I would saw it ranked in my top five worst meals of the past year dining out. My husband had Kung Pao chicken and he said it was basically like sweet and sour chicken with no spice or flavor. The pistachio cheesecake was very good as was my drink. The waiter was very good.
PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on April 14, 2025
We appreciate the detailed feedback. Your comments will be shared with the team as we continue to refine the menu and overall experience.
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Paradice
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
3.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was just okay, it was nothing exciting about it. The service was mediocre and the ambiance was good. This is not somewhere I would frequent but it’s worth seeing for yourself.
PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on April 7, 2025
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We’re glad you stopped in and appreciate you taking the time to leave feedback.
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Kristopher
Detroit / Eastern Michigan13 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An overall wonderful experience. Service was prompt, and the food was magnificent!
PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on April 14, 2025
We’re so happy you had a wonderful experience with prompt service and magnificent food — that’s exactly what we aim for every time. Can’t wait to welcome you back soon!
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Dave VIP
Detroit / Eastern Michigan28 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Appetizers entrées for very good. Even though it was opening day for the Detroit Tigers service was very responsive and timely
PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on April 7, 2025
It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the appetizers and entrées. Even with the buzz of opening day for the Detroit Tigers, we’re happy our team was able to provide responsive and timely service. Hope to see you again soon!
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Jennifer
Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing! Great food great service great atmosphere and a beautiful establishment!
PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on April 7, 2025
We're thrilled that you had a fantastic experience with us. We always strive to provide great food, service, and atmosphere, so your feedback truly means a lot. We can't wait to welcome you back soon!
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FAQs

PAO Detroit - Modern Dining offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (313) 816-0000.

PAO Detroit - Modern Dining is rated 4.2 stars by 1236 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jun 17, 2025

9:30 PM

Google Map for PAO Detroit - Modern Dining

114 W Adams Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226

Additional information

Cross street
W Adams Ave & Park Ave
Neighborhood
Detroit
Hours of operation
Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Pan-Asian, Asian, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://paodetroit.com/
Phone number
(313) 816-0000
Private party facilities
Dining experiences available for special occasions, corporate events and more. Join us in a supper club-focused atmosphere, complemented by craft cocktails, rare Asian & International spirits, customizable menus, strolling buffet and sit-down options in over 800 SF of usable space.

PAO Detroit - Modern Dining

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About this restaurant

Additional information

Popular dishes

Truffle Fries

Charred Octopus

Cauliflower Lettuce Wraps

Menu

What 1,236 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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