top of page
ALSO FOLLOW US HERE:
downtownpublications
downtownnewsmagazine
downtownnewsmagazine
downtownmagazine.bsky.social
ARCHIVES:
RECENT POSTS:
The Beverly to open in Berkley
The Beverly , a New American comfort restaurant from Travis Fourmont and Executive Chef Norman Valenti , is set to open in November. Fourmont and Valenti are the acclaimed duo behind Detroit’s Bar Pigalle . Located in the heart of Berkley at the corner of Beverly Boulevard and Coolidge, The Beverly is designed to reflect the community it calls home — casual, unintimidating, and a beacon of good times. “When I think of Berkley, I think of family and a strong sense of commun
A passion for brewing
Eastern Market’s newest addition, Full Measure Brewery , is the result of decades-long passion and friendship among three seasoned brewers — Dr. Dennis “Skip” Elmer Jr , and husband and wife team, Mike Bardallis and Annette May . “We’ve dedicated much of our lives to learning everything we can about beer and beer culture around the world,” the trio states on their website. “One thing we know for sure — beer is for sharing. We’ve tried to use our knowledge to present you with
A modern Romanian bistro
Bar Gabi , a modern Romanian restaurant from husband-and-wife chefs Gabriel and Gabriela Botezan , will debut this fall in Hazel Park. Located in the space formerly home to Frame and FRAMEbar — where the Botezans first made their mark with a series of inventive pop-ups — Bar Gabi marks the couple’s first permanent restaurant and their most personal project yet. Though the Botezans built their reputation locally with Italian cooking at places like Bacco and Adelina , Bar Gab
Cibo Detroit new concept menu
Cibo Detroit , located at 600 W. Lafayette Blvd., has debuted a bold new “Social Dining Experience” menu. Curated by Executive Chef Richard Williams , the revamped menu embraces shareable plates and family-style dining to foster conversation and connection. Known for its inventive, seasonal dishes and hand-crafted cocktails, Cibo now offers a more curated menu that highlights global flavors and local ingredients. The experience encourages guests to enjoy a lively, communal me
Popular restaurants close
The new version of Lady of the House , located in Detroit’s Core City, has shuttered after just 11 months in business. The establishment’s financial backer, Jason Singer , is currently in a legal battle with Lady of the House’s award-winning Chef Kate Williams . The original Lady of the House operated from 2017 until 2021 in Corktown, where Williams earned many national accolades over the years, including: James Beard Award finalist, 2019; Esquire’s Best New Restaurants in A
Contemporary Greek in Royal Oak
Blue Goat , a modern upscale Greek restaurant, has officially opened its doors in Royal Oak. Owned by the Teftsis family and launched by...
New Chef at Basan
Basan , tucked neatly into the ground floor of Detroit’s historic Eddystone building and a mere stone’s throw from Little Caesars Arena,...
Rooftop Bella Limone opens
Bella Limone is a new Italian restaurant and bar that “brings the soul of Italy to life through handcrafted pastas, house-made...
Evening with Piero Mastroberardino
The Detroit Foundation Hotel ’s celebrated Chef’s Table at The Apparatus Room will host a special wine tasting dinner on Tuesday,...
Sunda New Asian to open in Detroit
TV personality and restaurateur Billy Def has announced that Sunda New Asian ’s newest location will open the Fall of 2025 in The...
bottom of page



