The 38 Best Restaurants in Detroit, Spring 2025 | Eater Detroit

"In a time when new restaurants are embracing the maximalist “more is more” ethos, Alpino takes a more subtle approach. Appointed in neutral and soft lighting, this Corktown Eater Award-winning restaurant offers diners a balance of modern and familiar. Menu highlights include an herbaceous güurkensalat accented with edible marigold petals and dill, a generously sized wienerschnitzel made with breaded Strauss veal and a creamy morel rahmsauce, and pastas like a ragu tagliatelle with Piedmontese beef. Sunday brunches finish with fondue service, and, thanks to the inventive work of bar manager Andre Sykes, cocktails draw inspiration from the geography and flavor of the Alps. Such is the case with La Vie en Rose, which combines pink Norden Aquavit, mulberry-infused dry vermouth, and orange bitters. Owner David Richter has a background in wine himself, so take a moment to pore over the wine list. Reservations are recommended, and for an even more elaborate experience, a tasting menu is also available. Vibe check: Folks looking for a vibey weeknight spot should head down to Alpino’s cellar on Tuesdays where they can take in live musical performances for a $10 cover." - Serena Maria Daniels