The 38 Essential Restaurants in Detroit

"Spiced gumbo loaded with seafood is the main event at this decades-old carryout restaurant that originated near Eastern Market. At this Detroit institution, it’s served with shrimp, sausage, cut okra, celery, onions, tomatoes, and a proprietary blend of gumbo seasonings, alongside Bayou favorites like red beans and rice, jambalaya, and shrimp po’boys. The original spot has shuttered as ownership makes way for a new spruced up and larger location not far, at 2830 Gratiot Ave. In the meantime, get your fix at the outpost on Seven Mile and in Farmington Hills." - Serena Maria Daniels