Metro Detroit’s Best Parks for Picnics | Eater Detroit

"The largest of the downtown parks, the contemporary and visually stunning Beacon Park has vibrant art installations and events year-round on its astroturf. On warm days, families can play cornhole and putt-putt golf, or get their faces painted. What to eat: Lumen, a full-service restaurant and bar, anchors the park and has a rooftop patio that overlooks the park grounds. The restaurant has an assortment of snacks perfect for outdoors: Everything Bagel Wings, with dill, lemon, and celery; calamari with cherry peppers and local herbs; cheese and charcuterie; and pretzels with Dijon mustard." - Monica Williams