River Bistro Detroit

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River Bistro Detroit

Restaurant · Detroit

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18456 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI 48223

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Caribbean & Lowcountry eats, brunch, fried chicken, shrimp & grits  

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Detroit’s Grand River Avenue Restaurants Face Declining Sales During Roadwork - Eater Detroit

"River Bistro, a two-year-old restaurant in Rosedale Park, was closed in September due to a decline in foot traffic caused by ongoing construction. The owner, Chef Maxcel Hardy, cited the significant impact of the roadwork on customer visits as a key reason for the closure." - Brenna Houck

https://detroit.eater.com/2019/10/23/20928486/town-hall-caffe-detroit-north-rosedale-park-might-close-city-streetscape-detroit-vegan-soul-sales
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Detroit Restaurants Are Serving Furloughed Employees Free Meals - Eater Detroit

"Federal government employees can receive a complimentary meal of Caribbean curry chicken over rice from noon to 8 p.m. at chef Maxcel Hardy’s Grandmont-Rosedale area eatery from Wednesday, January 23 through Friday, January 25. Bring a federal ID." - Brenna Houck

https://detroit.eater.com/2019/1/17/18186749/detroit-restaurants-furloughed-government-workers-shutdown-free-food
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Jajuanna Harp

Google
We visited this fine dining establishment for Saturday brunch and it was delicious! I ordered fish and grits and the fish was perfectly seasoned and fried to a crispy golden brown. The grits were also well seasoned and had the perfect amount of cheese. My daughter had chicken and waffles and she enjoyed her meal as well. We will definitely be coming back to explore the dinner menu one day soon.

Rebecca Bucky Willis

Google
This place is beyond amaaaaazing! With great food, a great hospitality motto with perks every time you visit and a very cute shabby chic decor! I've been telling everyone I know about this! The fried brussel sprouts changed... my... LIFE! 😶

T W

Google
I've been here a number of times. Food and service are always on point. Michelle was our server during our last visit. She's kind and professional. Chef Max does some great things with those Jerk Ribs. Deliciously tender! On my very first visit 2yrs ago some friends and I did Chef's Table. Amazing experience! I only gave it 4 stars because they have gnats. It's annoying trying to eat with them CONSTANTLY flying around.

Chanele Barnes

Google
The quality of food at the River Bistro was wonderful. I had the beef short ribs that were extremely tender with a wonderful barbecue sauce and the brussels sprouts were amazing I can’t rave enough about the quality and texture of the scalloped potatoes I felt like I was in a five-star restaurant having a meal when I brought it home. I can’t wait to try something new from the menu they even had ice cream sandwiches with chocolate ganache. I’m thrilled that this restaurant exists in Rosedale Park. They have a great and a good quality food.

Ms karlie bridge

Google
The food was prepared nicely. The service was great. You can Byob which is really cool. This place is black owned and the guy owns another restaurant downtown. Although the place is tiny inside I will be back again

Mike Jancik

Google
Charming neighbourhood Caribbean-influenced Soulfood spot in Northwest Detroit’s Rosedale Park neighbourhood. I’d come back for both the Shrimp and Grits (served with a curry sauce) and the (apple-y) Bread Pudding.

Paula Chau

Google
Went for brunch and it was very good! Cannot wait to try the regular menu, I’m sure it’s fantastic!

Joe Hakim

Google
Tremendous experience. Very friendly service. Excellent fried chicken and coconut curry shrimp scampi.