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Apparatus Room Lounge - The Apparatus Room, Detroit, MI
The Apparatus Room, Detroit, MI
It's always a good time for a gin and tonic - The Apparatus Room, Detroit, MI
The Apparatus Room, Detroit, MI
The Apparatus Room, Detroit, MI

The Apparatus Room

4.4
4.4
3321 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
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The Apparatus Room brings a fresh yet nostalgic vibe to Downtown Detroit. Once the garage for the headquarters of the Detroit Fire Department, it is now adorned with rich woods, textured leather accents, and a large oval warm bar that feels timeless and perfect for every social occasion. The open kitchen, helmed by Chef Rece Hogerheide produces shareable tavern fare and hearty entrees using some of the best ingredients from our Michigan Farmers. Perfect classic cocktails, eclectic wines, and interesting regional and foreign beers round out this all-day dining destination.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 50 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Lounge, Fish
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (313) 800-5600
  • Website
    https://detroitfoundationhotel.com/apparatus-room/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Rece Hogerheide
  • Catering
    For event or larger party inquiries, please email sales@detroitfoundationhotel.com for additional details.
  • Private party facilities
    For Private Dining Room booking inquiries, email arreservations@detroitfoundationhotel.com
  • Private party contact
    Emilee Decker : (313) 800-5562
  • Location
    250 W Larned St, Detroit, MI 48226
  • Neighborhood
    Detroit
  • Cross street
    Washington Blvd.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking, TCF Center Parking Garage, Public Parking Lot
  • Public transit
    Detroit People Mover, QLine, Bus Line
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,321 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Innovative

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Contemporary American

  • Detroit

    Innovative

  • Detroit

    Contemporary American

3,321 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The service and ambience was exceptional. Thanks for a nice dining experience. We will be back..

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food2service2ambience5
    Pretty disappointed. We had a reservation and we were seated pretty promptly, but we weren’t served until almost two hours after arriving. They were out of steak for the tartare (?) and only learned that upon asking the server. The food was just ok. Of all five in our party, the consensus was that we were all kind of disappointed and really expected more. Beautiful atmosphere, but won’t be returning. The ratatouille was bland, the chicken was not a hit, but my scallops were great.

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  3. KarlK

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Ate here when first opened. Noise level quieter. Food portions smaller but tastier Drinks were delicious.

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  4. MaxL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service2ambience5
    Seemed to be short staff and waited 2.5 hours for the food after ordering

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  5. EmilyW

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went above and beyond for a birthday celebration. Great service and food was amazing

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  6. GQinthecity

    Chicago

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a wonderful time at this restaurant and definitely suggest to anyone willing to spend some money on some amazing food.

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  7. NickJ

    Detroit

    23 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience4
    Horribly overpriced and very limited menu. Nice ambiance, but a good example of a mediocre restaurant trying to be much more than it is. There are many other local options that offer much more.

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  8. CarShow

    Naples

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    We thought the menu is limited. The one thing we really wanted was a pork chop which they had run out of. We think they went overboard with creativity. My scallops were perfection without any cantaloupe purée or pickled anything. The fried chicken was just OK. But the sourdough bread and accompaniments were five stars!!!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience5
    Menu wasn’t the same as reflected on open table app.

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  10. ByronK

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great spot for a special anniversary brunch. Excellent service, tasty dishes and great cocktails.

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  11. AMC70

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall1food3service2ambience4
    We waited a long time to be seated and then waited forever for our brunch. They did comp our meal which was very kind of them but I expected better.

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  12. DanetteS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were made to feel so comfortable for brunch before a Lions game! Since not all of us at the table wanted the Bloody Mary (although they looked delicious) our server and bartender conspired to offer additional options! We had coffees with different liqueurs and espresso martinis...all were absolutely excellent. Food was delicious and service outstanding! We'll be back!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had the pleasure of dining at the Apparatus Room to celebrate my wife's birthday, and it was an exceptional experience. We decided to indulge in the dinner specials, which featured a mouthwatering beef tenderloin and tomahawk steak. The food was impeccably cooked, leaving us thoroughly impressed. The staff at the Apparatus Room went above and beyond to make our evening memorable. They were incredibly friendly, ensuring that we didn't feel rushed and had ample time to savor our meal. We began our evening with some signature cocktails, expertly crafted, and the staff patiently walked us through the menu, making sure we understood all our options. Overall, the Apparatus Room provided us with a delightful culinary journey on a special occasion. From the delectable dishes to the attentive and welcoming staff, it was a night to remember. We extend our heartfelt thanks for a truly memorable dining experience.

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  14. ErnieC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    my wife food was great my food was ok order drinks with gin type recomended by wait staff did not like the type of gin in my drink told wait staff was told to try another gin next time. did not like wait staff picking up entire check with tip on it before we left table

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  15. NicoleC

    Detroit

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    It's a great location for showcasing Detroit's unique restaurant vibe!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We booked on open table. Called to confirm and told us we did not have a reservation. Very disappointing it was my husband’s birthday.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. Friendly staff. Very impressive experience for taking a client out in Detroit.

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  18. DeborahB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a busy day with the auto show industry preview days, but the hostess and wait staff were very attentive and gave incredible service to our party of 14! They were accommodating and very professional - we will be back!

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    The Apparatus Room was good. The atmosphere was nice. The service was good, not exceptional. The food was good, I believe that the half chicken was very good. The pork chop was OK. They do better ones at several other places. However, that would be expected from high end chef's. I would go back, but Roast by Michael Simon was better in all regards.

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  20. Nicky

    London

    60 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful restaurant with a really nice laid back vibe. Great for brunch with live music and service just the right level of attentiveness.

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  21. MaureenD

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely oved the ambiance and vibe. We were there for Brunch and the food was outstanding - best waffle I have ever tasted! The rum coffee drink was delicious as well. Service was a little slow but we weren't in a rush and our terrific waitstaff person, Desiree, kept checking on us throughout the wait and the meal. She was charming, courteous and thoughtful and represented a "perfect" staff member. She even sent us home with a bonus cookie dessert for the delay. It was our first visit to the Apparatus Room but we will definitely return!

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  22. BigTenPam

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Love the atmosphere and setting here. The food was quite good, but not quite at the level I expected for a spectacular brunch. Also loved the combo that started playing at 11 - nice music and perfect volume. We'll come back, but with adjusted expectations and to be surprised by super excellence.

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  23. JamiN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The food was great with the exception of the bread they used on the avocado toast. It was pretty thick and hard to cut with a butter knife as well as tough to chew. Maybe something that can be cut with a fork?

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  24. RebeccaP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience4
    Drinks and service were excellent. My food was terrible however and I almost never write reviews. The "cheese" provided with the 13 year old sourdough was super weird, the ratatouille tasted like vinegar and not a great consistency at all and the risotto rice was so al dente it was like it was completely uncooked. The drinks were great however and the bartenders and waitresses were all excellent. Thank you!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience4
    The food was phenomenal! They were great about substituting for my allergies. It is four courses but small portions so try grabbing appetizer beforehand. I didn’t love the wine choices which shocked me because they’re a wine bar. I wish it was more of an experience. I had to chase down the chef or hostess to ask what we were eating. Someone just dropped the plate and left. You don’t feel you can talk when you’re put at a two top in the middle of the room.

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  26. Den48

    Detroit

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    The experience was thoroughly enjoyable. Our meal was very good and service was excellent.

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  27. John

    Detroit

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience4
    I took my wife here last night for her birthday dinner as it is her favorite restaurant. Apparently they have a new chef. While our server was very polite and friendly, she was very slow. She did not know her menu items very well. At one point she told us she would take our sample cups that we had for trying a couple beers before we ordered and would be right back to take our order and that took over 20 minutes. We did order salads before our entree. We asked if she had something like a caesar and she said they had something very similar. It was so bad my wife and I took one bite and sent it back. After an hour and 10 minutes we finally got our entrees. My pasta was undercooked to the point that even the chef said it was undercooked and they refunded our money for that. My wife and I go out to eat regularly and have never gotten nor wanted a free meal but it was so bad they only charged us for our drinks which, although I would have rather eaten and enjoyed our meal, was a fair offer. After we left we went to another restaurant and had appetizers so that we could put something in our stomachs. The manager was sympathetic and offered us another opportunity to come back but the current menu is not enticing. Maybe we will try it again sometime. On a good note, it really is a neat building with a neat ambiance.

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  28. Jrev

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always amazing, from incredible staff to exciting menu this place never disappoints!

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  29. KristiH

    Grand Rapids

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brunch with family on Sunday, September 3 was wonderful! It brought back so many lovely memories of the recent 65th wedding anniversary celebration weekend with my in-laws and husband’s family on August 4-6. We celebrated together at the iconic Detroit Foundation Hotel for the whole weekend! Staying at that hotel was the best idea. The boutique hotel is historic, yet modern in its sensibilities; rooms were eclectic and fun. The space in the Apparatus Room Bar was perfect for seating over 20 family members for visiting and catching up late into the night over cocktails and wine Friday and Saturday night. The Friday night dinner was magical. It was a fantastic experience - appetizers, dinner, select cocktails and wines in the private dinning room off the Apparatus Room. The long table was beautiful, the service exceptional, and food delicious. Our servers were the best as was our excellent bartender. They were personable and accommodating. We also had a private brunch as a family on Sunday. The service and the food again were exceptional! For brunch, the Banquet Captain and server were attentive and organized. It was the perfect ending to the weekend - celebrating a milestone wedding anniversary and the importance of family. We felt the staff of the DFH and Apparatus Room welcomed our family that weekend and celebrated with us by their kindness, professionalism, and wonderful service. None of this weekend would have been possible without an excellent management team: Catering and Sales Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, and General Manager and Sommelier. All were professional, organized, and committed to excellence for the DFH and Apparatus Room. I was so grateful to work with all of them to plan the anniversary weekend. What a gift ! Thank you.

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  30. mcss

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed another lovely meal at Apparatus Room! Brunch was great, especially loved the chicken and waffles.

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  31. AndreaA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place. Great atmosphere. Great cocktails! Keep up the great work.

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  32. CaroleC

    Denver

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Looking forward to a special meal at a nice place - while it was overall very nice a few things stood out to be considered 1) most importantly was how long it took - too long! we were in there for 3 hours plus and it seemed to drag on forever 2)food flavor was very good and interesting 3) food presentation was not good - I had a $28 bowl of pasta with lamb which was great but it was just thrown in a bowl and slung onto the table - it felt more like leftovers than a nice presentation 4) our server was nice but really had no idea of how to serve a group (9) - drinks were brought at vastly different times, she didn’t know how many appetizers or desserts we would need for the table (which was more than she or we thought based on small serving size) - overall a little disappointing experience but food was tasty

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  33. RosalindC

    Detroit

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful time at the Apparatus Room. We were greeted warmly and seated in a very nice spot. Our server, Stefanie was outstanding. She had great knowledge of the menu and gave us some wonderful recommendations. She was very upbeat and pleasant. The food was delicious.

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  34. Sammy

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Went here for the 1st time for my birthday. The place was absolutely gorgeous, the food and drinks were great. Loved everything, our waitress was so great. The only thing I have to say, it's not much to choose on the menu.

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  35. adam1

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The experience was delightful, the server Lauren was superb her knowledge of the menu was spot on . The food was delicious, I was hosting relatives from out of town and they were very impressed! The ambiance was excellent even the floor manager came by to check on our experience. This is an amazing place you must visit!!

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  36. Miamigal

    Miami

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food was great. Several vegetarian options and a lot of variety. I was looking forward to the Brussel sprouts but they were not on the menu. Instead we had the cauliflower which was amazing. We lived it. My parter had the lamb pasta and I had the scallops. My scallops where great but he thought his pasta could have been a little more al dente. We will definitely go back

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  37. TomK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the restaurant, vibe, atmosphere, menu and such. Will return

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  38. Fayne

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The restaurant is absolutely beautiful and our server was fantastic! Would definitely recommend.

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  39. ChicagoLorraine

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Lovely dining experience. I highly recommend the Swiss shard in béchamel. Excellen 20-year old port.

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  40. RyRy13

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing atmosphere, food was delicious. Service was outstanding! It was my friend’s birthday, they brought over complimentary glasses of champagne and dessert. I will say they full menu on the website is not what we were able to order from. They have an evening provided menu, but still has many options. Overall amazing!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

The Apparatus Room offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (313) 800-5600.

The Apparatus Room is rated 4.4 stars by 3321 OpenTable diners.

The Apparatus Room 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
7:00 PM
Booked 50 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Apparatus Room

250 W Larned St, Detroit, MI 48226

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Washington Blvd.
  • Neighborhood
    Detroit
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Lounge, Fish
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking, TCF Center Parking Garage, Public Parking Lot
  • Public transit
    Detroit People Mover, QLine, Bus Line
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Rece Hogerheide
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://detroitfoundationhotel.com/apparatus-room/
  • Phone number
    (313) 800-5600
  • Catering
    For event or larger party inquiries, please email sales@detroitfoundationhotel.com for additional details.
  • Private party facilities
    For Private Dining Room booking inquiries, email arreservations@detroitfoundationhotel.com
  • Private party contact
    Emilee Decker : (313) 800-5562

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