Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Detroit / Eastern Michigan

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Detroit / Eastern Michigan? 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!

Bar Verona - Washington

4.8

4.8 (838)

$30 and under

American

Washington

About the restaurant

With our thoughtfully chosen menu and locally sourced ingredients, Bar Verona strives to deliver cuisine that is fresh and uncomplicated, yet unique and refined; honest and spirited food and drinks that our nearby neighbors and out of town guests will remember not only as delicious, but also want to bring their loved ones back to experience for themselves. So linger over lunch with your friends, flirt over one more glass of wine or share a dessert with someone special, because you’re in Verona and it’s time to vivi la bella vita.

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Steve

Dined 6 days ago

We had a really nice meal. Food and Service was great. We celebrated our daughter's first day on a new job, and Bar Verona gave a free dessert with candles to celebrate. Nice touch.

Soul Cafe

4.8

4.8 (200)

$30 and under

American

West Bloomfield

About the restaurant

The Soul Café provides a mouthwatering kosher menu featuring gourmet soups, salads, sandwiches pizzas, pastas and more in a warm and relaxed environment. Complete with a community table, fireplace and outdoor dining the Soul Café provides an excellent opportunity to meet friends, get some work done or grab a quick bite.

The Café is part of Friendship Circle's Soul Projects, which focuses on providing vocational opportunities to adults with special needs. The Café teaches adults with special needs the skills of food prep, cooking, hosting and serving.

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Abigail

Dined on May 21, 2025

We had great food and the staff was really friendly with our kids!

Farmhouse Kitchen & Ale

4.8

4.8 (185)

$31 to $50

American

Camden

About the restaurant

For reservations over 6 guest please call the restaurant. (517) 368-3663
Farmhouse Kitchen & Ale brings an upscale yet laid back atmosphere with a diverse menu built with high quality, fresh ingredients. From the fish tacos to the prime hand cut steaks, Farmhouse Kitchen & Ale has something for everyone. Seasonal cocktails, local beers, and an approachable wine selection pair perfectly with any lunch or dinner, and you’ll always have something new to try with daily chef’s specials coming out of the beautifully renovated open kitchen!

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JeffVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Outstanding meals!! We love this place, amazing defined this quality of a location nearby!

Brighton Bar and Grill

4.9

4.9 (2445)

$30 and under

American

Brighton

About the restaurant

THIS BRIGHTON BAR AND GRILL IS IN BRIGHTON MICHIGAN

The Brighton Bar & Grill is a contemporary, bright and energetic restaurant serving the very best in American eclectic fare. Our food is fresh, full of bold flavors and eye-catching presentations. Our service staff is attentive, friendly, and eager to make your visit with us a memorable one. Our attention to detail is second to none, making your dining experience always satisfying. Our slogan, emphasized in our mission statement and carried out in our restaurant every day, is "Always an Escape. Always Uniquely Brighton Bar & Grill" We look forward to exceeding your expectations!

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Mario

Dined 6 days ago

Brighton Bar and Grill never disappoints. Food is excellent and Katherine our waitress was very attentive.

Babo - Detroit

4.8

4.8 (543)

$30 and under

American

Detroit

About the restaurant

An homage to owner Kris Lelcaj’s father, “babo” (slang for “dad” in Albanian) is a gourmet, all-day diner in Midtown Detroit. We will feature a menu comprised of creative, artisanal takes on comfort food classics that will be served up in a bright, lively ambiance.
We pride ourselves on carrying products of the highest quality and social responsibility from local, small batch producers. We will serve our guests, team members and community with a brand of unmatched hospitality. We will cultivate a dining experience that is as remarkable and unique as the city we call home.

Top review

Dined 2 days ago

Food tasted good and service was great. I would definitely recommend this restaurant.

Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails

4.8

4.8 (201)

$31 to $50

American

Detroit

About the restaurant

We love being in a good mood and surrounding ourselves with others who share that positivity. We take pride in supporting local farmers and foragers who are dedicated and skilled in their craft. Our talented chefs aim to showcase these exceptional ingredients, allowing their natural quality to shine and celebrating the artistry behind their cultivation. Our dining space is designed to feel like a welcoming home where you can comfortably relax and enjoy. We seek to hire individuals who are upbeat, happy, and fun to be around. It would be our honor to enhance your mood and make your visit even more enjoyable. Thank you for giving us that opportunity.

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CaraVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Lovely! We’ll be back for sure. So much more we’d like to try - the ambience and service was wonderful. The food so yummy. A gem in Detroit and steps to the DIA (#datenight)

The Ledger

4.8

4.8 (528)

$50 and over

American

Plymouth

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of historic Plymouth, MI, The Ledger is where timeless elegance meets modern culinary artistry. Housed within a beautifully restored building that whispers tales of the past, The Ledger redefines fine dining with an innovative menu that celebrates the best of seasonal ingredients and bold flavors.

From our meticulously plated dishes to our exceptional service, every detail at The Ledger is crafted to create an unforgettable dining experience. Step into a world where history and modernity converge, and discover why The Ledger is Plymouth’s most coveted culinary destination.

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Kyle

Dined 5 days ago

They were great and punctual. Food was amazing, and we received an awesome wine opener gift for our anniversary. Definitely went above and beyond.

Central Kitchen + Bar

4.9

4.9 (665)

$30 and under

American

Detroit

About the restaurant

Central Kitchen + Bar features contemporary American cuisine in a casual and welcoming environment. With recognizable bar food serving as the foundation for our menu, our executive chef has given a new spin to the classics, upgrading them with inventive taste combinations using local and seasonal ingredients. Guests will be pleased to see that we have something that appeals to everyone. From the selection of our purveyors of produce and meats, to creating our own infusions for our hand crafted cocktails, we are committed to offering our guests the highest quality products from start to finish.

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Deonna

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Continued phenomenal dining service and entrees. Central is my go-to whenever I travel back home to visit. I’m always greeted with a warm welcome from the bartenders and management.

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4.8

4.8 (155)

$50 and over

American

Detroit

About the restaurant

Freya is a multi-course dinner restaurant focused on executing the points of service at upper echelon restaurants in larger markets while ditching the pomp and circumstance traditions that make regular people feel out of place. The last several years have been extremely challenging for most people. We feel strongly that great food, great drinks, and great hospitality are things everyone deserves. Especially you.

We offer a multi course menu and can accommodate the following diets: Omnivore (no dietary restrictions), Pescatarian (vegetarian + seafood), or vegan (no animal products used). With notice, we’re also able to modify many items to be gluten-free. We respectfully ask that further modification requests only be made in cases of serious allergies; we may not be able to accommodate certain dietary restrictions

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AdamVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great food and service to match. Each course was unique and satisfying. If you appreciate good food you will definitely enjoy the experience!

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Jim Brady's Detroit

4.6

4.6 (434)