Detroit’s historic Corktown neighborhood has a subtle way of sneaking up on you with its quiet resilience, and Slows Bar BQ fits perfectly into this landscape with its aesthetic of weathered brick, warm wood, and a culinary philosophy rooted in slow-burning patience.
While the ribs are undoubtedly the primary draw that pulls crowds from across the state, the menu actually functions as a friendly dare to move beyond your comfort zone and explore a diverse landscape of smoked meats and soulful sides that represent the very best of Michigan’s barbecue culture.
It is almost a foregone conclusion that you will depart the restaurant with a few celebratory sauce freckles on your clothing and a burgeoning plan to return on a quieter weekday when you can truly linger over your plate without the pressure of a weekend crowd…