Best Casual Restaurants in Detroit

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1. Bakersfield - Detroit

4.6

Exceptional(1241)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Detroit

Booked 40 times today

Serving up authentic, Mexican street fare, and a selection of over 100 tequilas and American whiskeys. Bakersfield is a spot where the food is simple, the service is warm and the atmosphere is alive.We do offer a heated outdoor dining experience during the winter months. These tables are located in a covered and enclosed tent with heaters spread throughout. We recommend dressing warmly if the temperatures outside are below 40 degrees.

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2. The Eagle - Detroit

4.5

Awesome(208)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Detroit

Booked 7 times today

Now Open!!We start with free range, all-natural chicken. It’s brined, dredged, then dropped into custom-built fryers. It's got a little kick and is served with our house-made hot honey. But we don't stop there - Southern-style sides grace our menu, craft beer flows through our taps, and Blues music pumps through our speakers. At The Eagle, it's all about flying right, eating bird, and curing the Blues.

3. Selden Standard

4.8

Exceptional(127)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Detroit

Booked 63 times today

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 finalist and four-time semi-finalist. Selden Standard was named a semi-finalist for Outstanding Restaurant by the James Beard Foundation (2024), and has been named Restaurant of the Year by both the Detroit Free Press (2015) and Hour Detroit (2016).

4. Presley's

3.9

Excellent(126)

Price: Moderate

• American • Detroit

Booked 20 times today

Presley's Kitchen + Bar is offers Inspired American Cuisine. Open for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner daily. Our chefs source the finest quality ingredients from local and regional purveyors in order to bring you seasonal and sustainable dishes made in our scratch kitchen.Located on the ground floor of the elegant David Whitney Hotel, at the corner of Park Avenue & Woodward.Presley's is within walking distance to Comerica Park, Ford Field, Little Caesar's Arena, The Fox Theater & The Detroit Opera House.

5. San Morello

4.6

Exceptional(39)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Detroit

Booked 19 times today

Chef Andrew Carmellini’s urban Italian neighborhood restaurant serving authentic, wood-fired dishes, pizzas and housemade pastas.

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6. Texas de Brazil - Detroit

4.4

Awesome(6279)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Detroit

Booked 122 times today

Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.

7. The Block

4.7

Exceptional(1081)

Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Detroit

Booked 13 times today

The Block - Midtown Detroit's favorite neighborhood bar & kitchen. Located right on Woodward Avenue in the heart of midtown. Our signature dishes include the salmon burger, fresh salads, broasted wings, & alfredo mac - just to name a few. Located one Block Detroit Symphony Orchestra & Max Fischer. And located a few blocks north of Little Caesar's Arena, Fox Theatre, Ford Field, & Comerica Park. See ya soon!Eat. Drink. Good Time.

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8. Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails

4.8

Exceptional(80)

Price: Expensive

• American • Detroit

Booked 14 times today

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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9. Central Kitchen + Bar

4.5

Awesome(630)

Price: Moderate

• American • Detroit

Booked 21 times today

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.

10. Oak & Reel

new

4.8

Exceptional(27)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Detroit

Booked 29 times today

Dining at Oak & Reel is a journey – We source the freshest seafood, kissed by flames fueled by our oak burning hearth, paired with house made pasta, and wrapped in a stunning yet casual-contemporary environment. Expect bright, clean, bold flavors and a carefully curated wine and cocktail list to complement the menu. Our commitment is to bring family, friends and neighbors together for an unforgettable dining experience.

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Cassidy
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Simple and delicious food! Very warm and nourishing! Server was excellent (Savante?)
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San MorelloPrice: Moderate• Italian• Detroit
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4.6
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Sally
Toledo / Northwest Ohio •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Nice venue, great food, good value. Food took almost an hour to come out but there was a Lions & Bills game so it was busy. Would go back, would recommend!
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Presley'sPrice: Moderate• American• Detroit
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3.9
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Carrie
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Once again amazing food and service. A staple when we go to a Red Wings game or a concert at LCA.
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Bakersfield - DetroitPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Detroit
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4.6
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Margo
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Excellent southern comfort food. Had the chicken, Mac-N-cheese and cornbread. Chicken was very moist. The hot honey was really good as well. Will visit again.
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The Eagle - DetroitPrice: Moderate• Southern• Detroit
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4.5
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Summer
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We love Selden Standard, and one of our favorite restaurants in rotation. As soon as I see the agnolotti on the menu I am sure to come in!
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Selden StandardPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Detroit
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4.8

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47 restaurants available nearby

1. Bakersfield - Detroit

2. The Eagle - Detroit

3. Selden Standard

4. Presley's

5. San Morello

6. Texas de Brazil - Detroit

7. The Block

8. Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails

9. Central Kitchen + Bar

10. Oak & Reel

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