Como’s Restaurant Opens in Ferndale on May 4 With Square Pizza | Eater Detroit

"After closing permanently in December 2017 following a series of serious health code violations, I'm reassured that Como’s Restaurant at the corner of Woodward Avenue and Nine Mile has undergone a full gut renovation under Peas & Carrots Hospitality and is scheduled to reopen Saturday, May 4. Under partners and chefs Zack Sklar, Jim Bellinson, and Josh Humphrey, and with architecture firm McIntosh Poris handling the revamp, the project preserves the iconic name while updating the facade, creating an Art Deco–inspired dining room and a refreshed ’80s-style “Miami throwback” patio, and subdividing the space to accommodate a Traverse City Whiskey Co. tasting room. I’m particularly interested in chef Zack Sklar’s trendy Detroit-style square pizza, made with a naturally fermented sourdough starter fermented for three days (rather than commercial yeast) for a light, spongy, flavorful crust, and topped with ingredients like housemade sausage, hand-cut pepperoni and imported cheeses such as Grana Padano; gluten-free and vegan versions will also be available. The menu will also include pasta, sandwiches, and build-your-own salads. The public opening will feature a silent auction benefiting the Ruth Ellis Center and Ferndale Pride; reservations can be made at 248-929-2921 or rsaruna@peasandcarrotshospitality.com." - Brenna Houck