Fusion Flare Kitchen & Cocktails

I thoroughly enjoyed the food and atmosphere here. I had prompt service, bar tender and wait staff were kind. The wait for hot and fresh food was reasonable and worth it. Played good r&b. I would come back. I had the happy hour wings and jalapeño poppers- both good. The menu said 4 wings but I only received 3, not a huge deal considering I had more food coming. I also tried the catfish, Mac n cheese, collars, and yams. All very good.

I came here for a date night and it was amazing. I ordered the fried catfish, yams and asparagus with a side car and my boo ordered glazed salmon, Mac and asparagus. Everything was perfect. Customer service was top notch as always. I LOVE this spot so much. And my boo didn’t like the spring beans and they switch it out for free with asparagus. Very much appreciated!!! 10/10

My favorite spot on the west side of Detroit. I found this spot randomly on my way home from work. I was going to the starters for lamb chops but it was way too packed for a weekday. So I stopped here, the food was phenomenal. The lamb chops were great. It was happy hour so everything was priced right. I really like their Mac and cheese as well. It’s an old school vibe but that right up my alley. I’m talking about Going in Circles by Friends of Distinction.. Definitely my hidden gem.

From start to finish, my experience at Fusion Flare Kitchen & Cocktails was top-tier! First of all, my waffle was HOT upon delivery—something I’ve never experienced before, and I’ve had my fair share of takeout. The wings were piping hot**, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. I had the lavender lemon drop with 1800, and wow—smooth, refreshing, and just the right kick. On top of all that, the service was impeccable. If I were the manager, I’d be proud to hear my staff encouraged a guest to return—because they made sure I felt welcomed, appreciated, and seen. As someone visiting from #HTX, I will absolutely be back the next time I’m in Detroit. You’ve earned a fan!

I couldn't wait until I went home to write a review because omg the food is so good. The server was excellent and very friendly. My husband and I really enjoyed ourselves.

What an incredible gem! Every single bite was perfect. From the generous wedge salad to the beautifully seasoned New Orleans style shrimp, the best mac & cheese I’ve tasted, tremendous greens, and the stunning banana pudding, all of it was simply fantastic. Service was so friendly and warm. They have an extensive drink list and offer happy hour specials from 4-6pm on weekdays. This place is special.

Ordered catfish dinner with greens and mac and shrimp scampi dinner with mac n yams. Fish cooked perfectly; yams were good- not over sweetened; greens were over seasoned--too salty, but overall had potential to be delish without the extra salt; mac n cheese was hands down one of my top 3 mac n cheese. There were some non traditional cheese in there and boy it did it for me!!! The cornbread was a bit dry, but My mom only makes the best. Everyone else's food appeared tasty and great happy hour prices! Additionally, please keep banana pudding readily avail, especially if its your most popular dessert . First time there, no B. Pudding by 330pm?? The bathroom definitely needs to be revamped, recalibrated--something. Im not sure a plus size female would be able to get into the stall and im 150lbs and had to strategize to get in there--lol Invest in ridding of the current build and replace with one nice stall with a nice sink for the ladies ( maybe the men too). The bathroom goes a long way. Anyway, I would and will return!

My partner and I were looking for a good southern food place while visiting and came across this place. Service was great and the food was even better! Mr. Jones (owner) came by to give us a warm welcome. Will def be back :)

This place is situated in a west side neighborhood. It has a chill bar vibe with good people and food. The servers are nice, however be patient because the food doesn't all come to the table at the same time. The food and drinks were good. Portions are large.

One of the best neighborhood bars around! Pros: * black owned * delicious homemade soul food * Sunday brunch * well stocked bar * big screen TVs * happy hour * Thursday food specials * strawberry lemon drop martinis * events (karaoke, holiday parties) * dessert * good service Cons: * limited street parking * closed Mon-Tues * no late night hours * can't order from regular menu during brunch

Fusion Flare I s an ok spot. It's local and looks nice on the inside. A bit pricey for the portions but hey I won't complain. Check it out you just might like it.

Second timer here, and food was amazing! Shrimp and grits had that Cajun flavor that can't be beat. Always greeted with a smile, and friendly atmosphere. Love the 1940 old blue collar bar! Thanks again

Came here with my girls on a Friday evening. Our waitress was super cool. The music was full of culture. And the place was chill. We were surprised at the light foot traffic of this place. Not very crowded at all. We started off ordering some delicious drinks. Everybody was satisfied with them. Then we ordered entrees. The catfish is wonderful ; nicely seasoned, evenly battered, perfectly cooked. Everything was fresh and piping hot when our plates of food arrived. Some cons I noticed was that all our plates of food came out at separate times instead of all together. Maybe like a few minutes in between so nothing major. But what sucked was that they close at 9:30pm. So the kitchen closes at 8:30pm and the bar closes around 9/9:30pm. That's really early. I wish a place like this with good food, good music, and good vibes stayed open longer.

Laid back spot with friendly staff. The few times I've visited, my food has been hot and fresh, and my strawberry lemon drop is always on point! It's always a plus that this is a Black-Owned business.

What a great place to eat! Honey Bee was wonderful! We had the fried catfish 5* and the fried chicken5* Would recommend for sure.

I loved it here. Excellent Customer Service I cannot wait to go back. Thank you!!! It was also very nice and clean

My daughter recommended this place to me because I love good food no matter the cost. I figured that I would give it a try. I don't know if I would call it a fusion of food but it was GOOD and a low cost. I grabbed food before work. I figured I would try the greens (and I don't order greens at anyone's restaurant-because I'm a southern girl and this is Michigan). I thought they were good and I would order them again. I had the catfish, yams and greens for 18 dollars!!! It was totally worth it. I will definitely be back when I have time to sit down for drinks.

Whenever I go home to Detroit this is a spot I like to visit. This place is very nice and laid back as soon as you walk through in they greet you. Nice older crowd good music playing in the background. Nice date spot also. Drinks and food definitely on point. I have done a brunch and dinner. Wing are nice and crunchy, the green and Mac and cheese was okay, but they had more options. You just want to kick and enjoy good company good spot to visit.

I love it when a pro chef (OCC Culinary grad) has the confidence and budget to open a restaurant in a deserving and underserved neighborhood. I visited for lunch. Not very busy, but I was hardly alone. I took a seat at the lengthy bar with two others. Tez was working bar and greeted me promptly with a welcome, water and menu. The lunch menu is typical bar food with a few surprises - the catfish sandwich is a welcome surprise. Plenty of salads. The half-pound burger is Angus ... and it is what I ordered. It is a pleasure whenever I order a "medium" burger and the kitchen delivers a properly cooked and seasoned burger on a grilled bun with fresh, crisp lettuce an damn fine slice of (winter) tomato. I would have preferred a bit more sear on the patty and a second slice of cheddar. The fries were expertly prepared and served hot, crisp ... and not over-salted. The dinner menu looks much more interesting and includes lamb. I will return. The venue has been professionally renovated. The furnishings are new, the restroom was clean, the parking is fenced and the WiFi is both free and fast. The neighborhood? Not the best; so the front door is secured by an electronic lock. Tez buzzed me in about three seconds after I rang the bell.

3 stars for the owner solely. The waitress we had was unbearable. Very uninterested in working that evening and seemed to be unstaffed. Asking for sauces and utensils were treated like an issue. The bartender couldn't make my mentor's drink and the second drink she order took longer than the food to reach our table. Ordered a strawberry lemon drop that had entirely not been strained by a cocktail shaker. The pulp was so over powering I couldn't even enjoy the drink through the straw.... When I sent it back and also asked for just an plain lemon drop I was greeted by the server telling me, the bartender would not remake it because she told to get some of the pulp out but couldn't strain it all the way. But ended up taking the drink back and remaking it. Of course both were on my tab as well. So after going back and forth with the server and bt, she went to get the owner I'm assuming who I explained it to and she removed the first drink with no problem. I couldn't believe a bt was trying to force me to pay for a drink that was remade. Definitely made me never want to return! Also because the server never asked us if we wanted another drink or desert or the bill before even dropping it off at our table. That was extremely rude to the two of us. As far as the food. The chicken was fried well I did enjoy that. The greens tasted like from a can and were barely warm.

Brunch food was on point. Grits, waffles, chicken, and catfish. All amazing. Service was top notch and the energy in the place was fun and joyful. Totally worth trying. We will be back.

The food and customer service was excellent. I loved the atmosphere and music was nice. I ordered the grits with catfish and YES IT WAS SO GOOD!!

Food is excellent, service is great, ambiance is good. I enjoy this place every time I visit. I haven't had a problem or bad meal since I've been there. 5 stars

Hot damn. My new trainer at work found out I was a lamb chop eating, soul food loving type and pointed me directly to here. Boy am I glad she did. The lamb chops here are amazing. Perfectly seasoned, cooked to ideal juiciness. That ginger glaze is perfection. My greens were off the chain good. My loaded potato was good but I think I should have gotten double greens. My husband got the shrimp, scampi style, with mac and cheese and greens. He loved it all. Especially the mac and cheese. He also was quite fond of our fried shrimp app, apparently quite a bit more than fond as he ate almost all of it solo. Not a bit greasy but crispy and happy The drinks here were nice and strong. They also have terrific kool aid yay! The waitstaff was really on the ball. Overall we just had a fantastic evening. Thanks Amber!

Found this hidden gem and enjoyed a delightful brunch. Menu was fairly small but the food exceeded expectations. My chicken and waffle were served in short order with the chicken wings the perfect size, not too big and not tiny, and the flavor was delicious. The waffle was plate sized and served warm with butter and powdered sugar topping. They have fruit and pecans but I opted to count my calories since I was also having a cocktail. The peach and strawberry mimosas were tasty. The best part about this dining experience was the service. It was outstanding. Every employee seemed busy! Whether cutting up lemons, filling syrup, washing dishes, making drinks, they were in motion! We never had to request refills for our beverages like some places. You could see into the kitchen from the bar, and while the space seemed small, they were doing big things, namely serving tasty food, in a cozy atmosphere, with friendly faces and reasonable prices. The restaurant has a nice back story and great owners! We will definitely return to try the dinner menu next time we're in Detroit! The flare here was hard to miss, starts from the top, and is definitely worth the visit! Thank you!!

The food was amazing. I had the catfish , blacken salmon salad., every bite melted in my mouth seasoned to perfection great family operated business with great service

This restaurant is definitely a GEM They brought a sit down restaurant to an area that did not have one for over 20 years. Thank you for building up Detroit! I came with my mother and we both had the Lamb Chop Dinner with 2 sides. The Lamb Chomps were cooked to perfection, we ordered them Medium. Staff was very professional and polite and the Bartender Lexi made amazing cocktails The owner greeted us and made sure our food was to our liking. I rated this restaurant with a 5 star rating for Food, service, cleanliness, and an overall amazing experience. I will definitely return and tell others.

Detroit Neighborhood spot. It's a small hole in the wall but is filled with personality! I went for a birthday dinner after work. The walls are adorned with mirrors so it makes the space appear bigger than what it is. There is a "Cheers, where everybody knows your name" vibe. The server and bartender were very engaging and pleasant. The customer service was great and the waiter made sure we were all satisfied. I ordered their equivalent of a Long Island and it was NICE. Restrooms were small but clean. There is a TV that customers can view. My dinner was delicious. The greens were amazing and the chicken was seasoned perfectly. The mac and cheese was good as well. I would recommend this place to grab a bite to eat with your friends after work or for a early dinner. There was a Chicken Alfredo dish I wanted on their IG page but it wasn't on the menu, that was the only bummer. I had to be buzzed in to gain entry to the establishment and the parking lot on the side of the building is a little small but it won't deter me from going back. I'm glad I found this spot in Detroit and I will be supporting again. *I can't give feedback on the Bananas Foster because I didn't eat any. Some people in my party liked it and some didn't.

OMG! discovered this little hidden gem after church on Sunday. It's tucked away on the west side of Detroit. They have full bar service and amazing food. The staff were friendly and efficient. I had the shrimp grits w/ scrambled eggs. We ordered the basket of wings, fried catfish and French toast. DE-LICIOUS!!!! Good, homemade cooking delicious. You'll see by my clean plate pic. Do yourself a favor and check them out.

I was visiting from Maryland and went to a birthday party at this restaurant. The food was outstanding! It was delivered hot and seasoned very well. I didn't need any salt and pepper and felt like I was eating a dinner made by my mother! The bartenders were attentive and I will definitely visit this place when I come back to Detroit!!

I see this spot being a favorite for many!! Finally made my way in to check out the change over of an old neighborhood bar and grill to a new local restaurant with cocktails. Happy we came on an evening when it wasn't that crowded so that I could really see everything and give a full review. So I decided to bring my husband here for our regular date night outing and I'm happy that I chose here because it was a pretty good outing. One important thing to know about visiting here is that there is a small parking lot but basically it's only street parking. The good thing is that they have security cameras all around the building that you can view from inside of the restaurant. Well upon entering(there is an outer door you enter then you can enter only by buzzer through a second door or the door being opened from the inside) we were greeted by a nice young gentleman who sat us but we only wanted to sit at that bar but we wanted to order food which was fine to do. Once seated we were immediately greeted by the ladies behind the bar..who all were very pleasant and who you can tell really enjoy working there. It was a pretty chill and laid back evening with a little R & B and jazz playing in the background, after talking with Bianca our barmaid/waitress said it had been more busy on the days with better weather. We were happy with the more intimate crowd. Anywho, I ordered the lemon drop and my husband ordered a whiskey on the rocks. Both drinks were made perfect...to the point we had at least three drinks a piece! They have a full food menu that would have you wanting to order one of everything! We went decided on the catfish entree with greens and mac n' cheese side, me being the shrimp lover that I am...I also ordered the fried shrimp appetizer as an add on to my meal. You get nice food portions and the everything was very tasteful. Overall, this is a great spot with great potential but I would recommend adding brighter lights on the outside especially around the front door. Yes it's not in the best area but I get what the owner wants to do by bringing good food to a much needed area! I will be back and I hope the service is still as good as it was on this visit.

From the moment I walked in Fusion's had a welcome to our world. Chicken wings plain, grilled chicken breast, greens with onion & tomatoes, 1 mac & cheese and great dirty fusion martini. Tez & Larry thank you...

Was more than happy to support a local business that is able to operate during COVID. My cousins and I ordered carry out from them. I had the Cajun Salmon with Mac & Cheese and Yams. My cousins had Chicken Stirfry and Grilled Ribeye with Loaded Mash and Mac & Cheese. We were very pleased with our meals. Everything was flavorful and well prepared. The only downside was not being able to have the complete experience in the bar itself.

I give it a 10/10 the food is top tier, service top tier, drink top tier ! I ordered lamb chops, greens, and loaded potatoes. I will be back soon !

Picked up lunch from here today and it was Delicious. First of all, the food was hot and fresh. My wife asked me to make I tell the world that her onion rings were "the best onion rings I have ever had!" The fries were also super tasty. My wife got catfish and grits which she loved. I had a fried chicken sandwich which was excellent. Highly recommend.

First time back since reopening after pandemic and they haven't missed a beat took some friends here for brunch on a Sunday they accommodated us very well the food was very good and the server was friendly and efficient. Drinks were on point! Nice atmosphere not too crowded really enjoyed our visit will definitely return...

Catfish was good. The chicken needed flavor as well as the macaroni and cheese and yams

We (my mother and I) drove up from Chicago for the Beyoncé concert and stayed a few days afterwards. We were looking for good soul food and online lots of locals recommend fusion flare!!! We walked in and were immediately greeted with this beautiful easygoing and communal energy and quickly felt right at home!! The food and drinks (alcohol) were phenomenal and the playlist had me and my mom dancing and singing in our seats!! My mom loved it so much she took a picture with the owner!! If you come to Detroit do yourself a favor and pay them a visit, you will not regret it. We will DEFINITELY be coming back in the future

I've been going over to Fusion Flare for a year and I love the food. The owners and staff are nice and friendly. Would highly recommend yes

I apologize up front for not taking pictures of my wings...I was hungry, and they're *just that good*, so they went the way of all good things in a hurry. This is a very, very nice place to visit in this neighborhood. Mashelle Sykes is an OCC culinary school graduate who is making it *work* in a location that might be eschewed by some...but don't let it keep you away, as the food and service are just fine, thank you. Absolutely top-notch chicken wings, fried from fresh, not frozen. The difference is palpable, and wonderful. I mean that. The freshness of all of the food that I had was readily apparent. I had the chicken wings lunch, which included three (3) chicken wings, and my choice of side item, of which I chose the side salad, as I wanted something fresh to go with my wings. Solid choice, indeed. Everything included on the plate was beautifully fresh, and tasted great. The lettuce, the sliced grape tomatoes, the onions, the croutons, even the dressing was terrific (I asked them to withhold the included cheese, as I didn't want it). A little bit of extra dressing, happily provided by my server Tez (forgive me if I'm spelling that wrong), was just the thing to make the salad great. But oh, those wings. Those wings are *wonderful*. They are nicely dusted with a cajun spice, and yes, they'll provide a bottle of hot sauce if you really require it, but trust me: you don't need and/or want it, because you want to enjoy these babies just as they come. Perfectly fried, with lovely skin, served to you absolutely piping hot, ready to challenge you to see if you're willing to wait, or if you just want to burn the inside of your mouth for the pleasure of having them when they're JUST THAT HOT. I have *zero* regrets. Not only that, but they were so good, I bought another appetizer portion (four wings) on the spot for another $5. You need these things in your life, and the next four were just as tasty as the first three. Really, really good stuff, Maynard. They have their own fenced-in parking lot on the side of the building, and while it isn't massive, it does help to make you feel a bit more secure about your vehicle. They do have Wi-Fi there, and will share the password with you if you ask. I found my standard phone's data was having a hard time accessing, so having access to the Wi-Fi was good, and necessary. It's a pretty cool place, especially the bar itself. It's an old-school thing, and it's still being used for its rightful purpose. The kitchen may be small, but the food they're putting out is worth the asking price for certain. They're not doing things the quick-and-dirty way, here...they're getting it *right*. Visit them. Often. When I'm in the area, as I was today, I will be. Recommended.

Excellent food and service had the catfish and greens with yams everything was cooked fresh and had great flavor and the service was the best I have in a long time will be back love this place good service and good people

now, this place came highly recommended from a friend of mine who frequents the establishment- for me, it was my first time. I gave 3 stars because the food and drinks were truly great, good atmosphere and even better music although after awhile it was super loud, it matched the vibe. my only complaint, which is major to me was the amount of time it took to be served our food, even our drinks, even to grab our form of payment took forever. if you have the extra time to spare, give it a go! if not maybe still give it a try as I heard they aren't usually as slow. idk maybe it was a bad day

Had absolutely NO idea this place would be exceptional!! The atmosphere on a Friday evening was laid back and easy. It wasn't busy so we had our choice of seats. The server, Tez, was the best we've ever had. He began by addressing us by name and making drink recommendations. We were very pleased with his suggestions (Bloody Mary -with bacon & the Strawberry Lemon Drop) and actually ordered a second round [that exceptional for us!]. The entrees were delicious. I had the fried catfish filets and my husband had the pork chops. Both were cooked to perfections. The catfish was flaky and the cornmeal coating was not too salty. The pork chops were fried hard, but were tender and moist. While the neighborhood may cause pause, it is not necessary. Just use common sense and enjoy the dining experience! We WILL definitely go back!!

Well I'd thought I try this place for a couple of reasons. One for the food and two to support black business in the city. I must say I was very dissatisfied and disappointed . Long wait...weak drinks...bad service and below par food. Half the items on the menu weren't available . I'm all for supporting Detroit especially black businesses in our city but I have to say I'm very dissatisfied, as so was my fiance... "WE HAVE TO DO BETTER PEOPLE"!!

Very friendly staff, good food, chicken seasoned to perfection! Clean atmosphere, I have visited before and after COVID. Staff is still welcoming and precautious. Highly recommended....

I love this place food is delicious and always made to order! The drinks are strong and it's black owned! The only downfall is that the food takes a minute to arrive! Nice atmosphere and friendly staff!

I was encouraged by my God Mom to try this place. I did not dine in, Called in my order. Gentlemen on the phone was nice & professional. Once I arrived my order wasn't ready but I got there in 5mins so I wasn't upset. I was told 15mins. Clean, dim lighting, jazz music 12 in the afternoon. During my wait I was offered a free beverage. Total wait time from when I called was 20 mins, not bad. The Food! Hot, fresh, well seasoned I throughly enjoyed! Try it!

I have been dying to come to this place for a few months. It did not disappoint! Everything was great from the moment we walked in the door. The staff was very accommodating, friendly and attentive. The food exceeded my expectations. We really enjoyed the fish, pork chops with greens and macaroni a real staple like grandma's kitchen.

First time at this restaurant and was very impressed. 1) they were open during the pandemic 2) customer service was great and my order was ready when I arrived like they said it would be. 3) the food was very good. Only downfall was that there was a sliver of bone in the greens (when they cut the meat they must have gotten some of the bone too. Other then that minor item we really enjoyed it and will definitely return.

Awesome music! The Grilled chicken salad and bacon wedge are awesome! Tez the bartender for lunch is a total pro! Get a Grey Goose Lemon Drop made by him it's heaven! Nice chill lunch within the neighborhood...absolutely living for this!

I have been here on 4 different visits and every time, they have been out of something. When bringing it to the waiters attention, he informed me that I need to get in early. I responded " that's your answer to the problem ". I ordered there banana pudding the first time it was good. Like old fashion, made from scratch, stirring the pot, making custard banana pudding. Now, it's a $5 container of vanilla wafers and pudding sauce poured over the wafers with a few bananas slices in it. I bought 3 to go this last visit, and they all where the same. So I would say that's how they make it now. Don't fall off on your servers or the quality of your food. This is what keep your customers coming back. IJS

I love the atmosphere, the food, and wait staff!! I would definitely recommend.. It was a pleasant surprise!!

Great service,great food, great drinks, great atmosphere and great music. The owner Michelle was awesome and so was my waitress Tiffany. what I think what I liked the most was the fact that everybody in the kitchen had on gloves and I love a clean restaurant. I will be returning

I love stopping by this quaint, local spot. The staff is very friendly, food is delicious (especially the wings) & the drinks are perfect.

I saw this restaurant featured on tasty Tuesday, and wanted to come check it out! Our server was very pleasant, and helpful with menu selections. Our party ordered (greedy lol) Mozzarella sticks for an appetizer, the catfish dinner, chicken dinner, bacon cheeseburger, and we shared a piece of strawberry cheese cake (fresh strawberries not the syrup stuff) for dessert! The food was AWESOME!! The portions were very generous, and all cooked fresh to order!! It's a safe friendly atmosphere. Staff and patrons were pleasant. We will definitely be back soon, and refer friends! Also Family Freindly

I always like to look for a great place to eat when I travel on business. I found this place on Yelp and it's a gem. I had the lamb chops with Mac and cheese and collard greens. Everything was great. The lamb chops might have been the best I've ever had. The service was excellent and their cocktails were really good too. It's not the greatest location but you will be missing out if you let that scare you away.

Had an amazing dinner today with my husband. The atmosphere was chill with jazz and slow music in the background; the service was great, and the drinks and food, even greater! Thanks Chef M and staff! We will be back!