The 38 Essential Restaurants in Detroit
"Chef James Rigato of Top Chef fame helms this Hazel Park restaurant, which quickly gained traction after its 2015 opening for its handwritten, frequently changing menu. (Seasonal menu changes are standard, but it often changes from day-to-day, too.) Rigato takes his cooking seriously but the space itself never feels pretentious — expect mismatched vintage plates and seating inside a compact dining area with muted mood lighting. One new addition to the space, a wine cave described as reminiscent of what one might find in Europe, allows the restaurant’s sommelier Paulina Schemanski room to host special events and offers visitors a little extra legroom to enjoy their experience. To eat, one visit might feature griddled king trumpet mushrooms, while a return trip could include Colorado lamb ribs made with garlic and fish sauce caramel, sake pickles, sesame, and iceberg lettuce. Reservations are recommended, though a lone diner can occasionally score a seat at the bar if they call ahead and inquire about last-minute cancellations." - Serena Maria Daniels
