Michigan’s food scene is hotter than ever and locals can’t stop talking about it. From Detroit’s buzzy downtown dining spots to Ann Arbor’s cozy corners and hidden gems up north, the state is packed with restaurants worth planning your week around.
Some of these places are so popular, you’ll need ninja-level reservation skills (or a bit of luck) just to snag a seat. These twelve Michigan restaurants are the ones everyone’s trying to get into and they’re selling out almost every night for a reason.
1. Grey Ghost
Chef John Vermiglio’s culinary playground has become Detroit’s worst-kept secret. This Brush Park hotspot serves up inventive American fare that changes with the seasons, keeping regulars guessing and newcomers mesmerized.
The menu reads like poetry for food lovers, featuring unexpected combinations that somehow work perfectly together. Reservations disappear faster than their famous Brussels sprouts, so plan ahead or prepare to wait at the bar…