Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Detroit

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Contemporary American cuisine in Detroit? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus - Troy

5.0

5 (138)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Troy

About the restaurant

THE NM CAFE located on the 3rd floor in Neiman Marcus TROY is open Monday - Saturday, 11AM - 3PM.

Laid-back luxe. Experience delightful dishes in a casual, contemporary atmosphere at THE NM CAFE® TROY. Muted lighting and understated, modern decor create the perfect environment for a midday retreat. Whether dining with a group or simply ordering upscale take-out, expect delectable food and exceptional service that is synonymous with Neiman Marcus.

Let THE NM CAFE® host your next Baby or Bridal Shower! We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.

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TinaVIP

Dined on Apr 3, 2025

Excellent overall experience as always. One of my favorite lunch spots, for sure!

Selden Standard

4.9

4.9 (331)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Detroit

About the restaurant

Selden Standard’s fare features flavors born in local farms, captured at the peak of the season, prepared in their wood-fired oven, and served small plates-style in shareable portions. Complementing the menu are wines from small producers, distinctive brews, and cocktails to suit the seasons. Selden is rustic and casual, but with an ever-present eye for quality, creativity, and fun. Chef Andy Hollyday is a 2023 James Beard Foundation finalist and four-time semi-finalist. Selden Standard was also twice named a James Beard semi-finalist for Outstanding Restaurant (2024, 2025), and has been named Restaurant of the Year by both the Detroit Free Press (2015) and Hour Detroit (2016).

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Dined 4 days ago

The atmosphere and environment were fantastic, creating the perfect dining experience. The service was exceptional, with staff providing perfect timing on service, always attentive but never intrusive. The food was absolutely amazing, and each dish was a perfect portion size. An all-around outstanding experience! Thanks, BoH

Tallulah Wine Bar and Bistro

4.9

4.9 (1262)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Simply put - TALLULAH was born out of a love for food, wine and people. It’s an inviting place that serves “clean” food and thoughtfully chosen wines, in a relaxed but elegant space. Chef's menu of seasonal farm to table cuisine is sourced through a network of local farms and purveyors providing our customers with the freshest food of the highest quality. Proprietor Mario Camaj, with the assistance of Local Sommeliers, and has created a wine list offering a broad range of wines. Our staff shares our passion for food and wine and will provide the highest levels of service, while making you feel at home! Cheers!

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BrianVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Food and service were amazing. The ONLY complaint is that tables were packed together, making it tough to sit down or exit tables easily, let alone make your way back from the bathroom.

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Popular dish

lemon italian cake

Popular dish

lamb ragu pappardelle

Bronze Door

4.7

4.7 (478)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Grosse Pointe

About the restaurant

Conceived as an homage to the past, Bronze Door offers an extensive food and drink menu in a fun, vibrant atmosphere with several unique dining areas. Featuring a modern reimagining of classic dishes, here you’ll experience a place where simple moments form memorable connections through shared conversations. Come and indulge in an exceptional meal, fine wines and handcrafted cocktails with the important people in your life!

Bronze Door is excited to welcome you to dine with us. If you are celebrating a special occasion and would like to have a custom dessert created for your evening, we do have a pastry chef who can customize a cake for your event. We require two weeks' notice on these orders. We do not allow any outside food or beverages. For more information on creating a custom dessert for your event, contact us at (313) 886-8101.

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ToniVIP

Dined on Apr 20, 2025

First time dining. Excellent, excellent, excellent. Need I say more. Everything was 5 stars. The food was delicious and presentation was beautiful. Just perfect Easter Sunday brunch. I will be returning for dinner.

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Popular dish

Bronze Door Filet Mignon

RH House

4.7

4.7 (499)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Rochester Hills

About the restaurant

RH House offers up contemporary American cuisine with a high-energy setting to elevate the dining experience, including an outside patio and handcrafted cocktail menu.

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ElaineVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Salmon was very fresh. Filet tender. Service excellent. Menu items are all really tasty. Nothing to dislike. 🍸🍸

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4.7

4.7 (1582)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Detroit

About the restaurant

Lumen Detroit at Beacon Park offers a unique dining experience in the heart of the city, blending modern architecture with a vibrant park setting. The restaurant features floor-to-ceiling retractable windows and one of Detroit's largest outdoor patios, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor ambiance. Guests can enjoy seasonally inspired Modern American cuisine, craft cocktails, and an extensive bar selection, whether on the rooftop or by the cozy outdoor firepits. With its lively atmosphere and picturesque views of Beacon Park, Lumen is the perfect spot for any occasion.

We offer valet parking for $15 Wednesday-Sunday. There is also metered street parking available on a limited basis. Please note that reservations will be held for 15 minutes, after which they are subject to cancelation. We allot 2 hours per table for dining, after which we may ask for your table. Due to the possibility of inclement weather our patio tables are available on a first-come first-served basis.

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Yvonne

Dined 7 days ago

Riley was the nicest waitress. Oir food was delicious and we enjoyed ourselves.

Knock Twice Speakeasy

4.7

4.7 (266)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

West Bloomfield

About the restaurant

Can you keep a secret?
Well if so, Join us for Live Music, Craft Cocktails and Stunning Small Plates at West Bloomfield's newest hidden gem Knock Twice!

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Jeneca

Dined 5 days ago

This place is great for a date night. The food was great, the band was amazing, the drinks were good and the service was top tier. 10/10 recommend

The Apparatus Room

4.7

4.7 (3794)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Detroit

About the restaurant

As a cornerstone of Detroit’s dining scene, The Apparatus Room welcomes hotel guests and locals alike to connect, indulge, and discover the flavors of the city. Located in on the ground floor of the Detroit Foundation Hotel, The Apparatus Room offers a vibrant dining experience that seamlessly blends iconic New American cuisine with the spirit of Detroit. Featuring bold flavors, seasonal ingredients, and locally sourced products, each dish is thoughtfully crafted to celebrate the city’s culinary heritage while embracing contemporary innovation.
From energizing breakfasts to satisfying lunches and refined dinners, The Apparatus Room delivers a menu that is as dynamic as its setting. Guests can savor comforting classics alongside inventive creations, all paired with a curated selection of wines, craft beers, and signature cocktails in an atmosphere that celebrates the spirit of the city.

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DianeVIP

Dined 7 days ago

We thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Our waitress was wonderful and our meal was excellent. We look forward to our next visit!

G's Kitchen & Cocktails

4.4

4.4 (146)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Shelby Township

About the restaurant

Welcome to G's Kitchen & Cocktails, a contemporary American restaurant with an eye on craft food & cocktails your dining pleasure.

In addition to Steaks & Seafood G’s offers lighter fare sauteed chicken dishes, pasta recipes, shrimp cocktail, salads and oysters.

We feature a private banquet room reserved for special events up to 100 people. We are also able to accommodate sizeable crowds and would love to host your next event .

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PamVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great food. I had the lobster risotto and my spouse had ahi tuna. Everything was cooked and seasoned well. We will go back!

5th Tavern - Clarkston

4.4

4.4 (701)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Clarkston

About the restaurant

5th Tavern is an upscale casual dining restaurant featuring American style cuisine prepared from scratch.