River Rouge Restaurants

A Detroit tradition, Buddy's Pizzeria has grown from a little-known bar and pizza joint near Hamtramck to an institution. There are now Buddy's outlets in seven suburbs, but the authentic experience is at the original, crowded,... more

Master chef Jimmy Schmidt is well known around Detroit for his seafood and meat emporiums. His latest restaurant is a very open, airy and elegant space near the Detroit River (and despite the name, rattlesnake is not on the men... more

A popular spot with generations of the local elite, Carl's Chop House prides itself on its steaks, chops, prime rib, lobster and extensive wine list, accompanied by live music. There is also an ample selection of Great Lakes fi... more

Trained in Europe, chef/owner Keith Pierce delights in a fresh, simple menu that is vegetarian-friendly. Pierce makes everything from the French and Italian-influenced menu from scratch. This emphasis makes Angel's Café more su... more

Although Detroit was originally a French city, few traces remain of the Gallic influence...but now there's the Josephine Creperie & Bistro. Casting itself in the mold of a Parisian bistro, the restaurant has carved a niche in F... more

Located inside Dearborn's Fairlane Mall, Castaldi's Market & Grill features waiters singing arias and show tunes, and large portions of Italian food. Popular entrees include scallopine di salmone, eggplant, and manicotti scampi... more

The grand setting of the Grill at the Ritz-Carlton Dearborn is simply alluring. The restaurant is beautiful and sophisticated in terms of its looks and the menu presents a treasure of delicious grilled items. The food has regi... more

Located in the gaudy renovated Fisher Mansion, Govinda's is operated on the principles of Krishna consciousness. The all-vegetarian Indian dinners are offered on weekends from Memorial Day to Labor Day, but the resident chefs w... more

Coach Insignia, located inside the GM Renaissance Center, is an upscale approach to a down-home chop house. Featuring specialty steaks and seafood, just reading the menu alone will make your mouth start watering. For an appetiz... more

Want options...Mudgie's Deli's got them. This neighborhood deli, set in a 19th century building, specializes in customization. A sandwich, for example, can be put on anything from sourdough rye to lawash. And that's just the be... more