Shield's Restaurant Bar Pizzeria

Here is another Detroit style pizza place on my list checked off. I had the specialty pizza that came with ricotta cheese and pesto sauce I forgot the name of it. It was good. Everyone was friendly and welcoming. They have a huge drink menu. This is on the Wayne State University campus. They also offer outdoor seating.

My husband and I ordered some takeout on September 23 at about 9 o’clock when we got it back to our home the cheesy bread was burnt and the lasagna was bone dry. I spoke to Norman the manager and he will call me back after lunch. I had to call him back and expressed to him my disappointment. I brought the item back at 7 o’clock tonight and requested a refund. They would not give me my money back and they also have the product this place is unprofessional. This place is nasty rude and Norman needs to be fired. I will be calling corporate tomorrow and I will be calling my credit card company to dispute this terrible action. This is not the first interaction I’ve had with this place and I tried to give it another chance I will never never never go back there again and I suggest anyone who want any good food not to go there. Whenever you order something and if the order is wrong, they treat you like garbage. This establishment needs new management.

Really yummy! About a 20 minute wait for a carry out, though it wasn't very busy inside. It was about $19 before tip for a small supreme pizza and 1 fountain drink. I was worried it would be a bit small for being $15 for the pizza but it was really filling and very tasty. They do request that if you get a carry out order and decide you want to stay there to eat, that you go outside and eat on their patio just in case they have a big party come in or it gets busy, which makes sense. Service was great, everyone was really nice!

This was our first time here and Wow! It truly is the best pizza in town! We ordered the Shields Super Pizza. The crust was amazing (crunchy with great tase), the cheese was perfect! Thank you! I then found out that they have Gluten-Free crusts & Vegan cheese! That's Awesomely Rare! We'll definitely be back!

First, I wanna take the time to acknowledge our server, Mr. Lamont, I hope it’s spelled correctly. We had a party of 18, and when I tell you this man was above and beyond a server! He was a host, a bartender, a runner, and kept the most pleasant face. This man understood the assignment of coming to work and working under pressure. I pray a blessing on this man that he will be able to maintain as long as he keeps on “serving” and long after that!!! The food was delicious and the karaoke experience was something I want to keep coming to!!! My baby enjoyed her 16th birthday for sure! Thank you Shields, look forward to seeing Lamont and his spectacular performance as a SERVER in 2024! They don’t make em like this anymore!!!! Pay him what he’s worth!!!! Minimum is not what he deserves!!!! Go beyond the max cause he sure as hell did!

I live right over the border and had yet to try authentic Detroit style pizza. Googled this place and saw that it has been in the business a long time - that's a great sign. We ordered carry out, and the order was ready within 20 min! We had the Super pizza. The toppings are fresh and overloaded! You do NOT need to order extra cheese. It was thick and gooey! I just wish the bottom dough was cooked a bit more. The edges were nice and crisp. However, the bottom was a bit soggy. Still devoured it, though. I could only finish one slice, it's that filling. The wings were coated nicely. The service was fantastic when my boyfriend went to pick up.

Very tasty pizza and BBQ ribs. Affordable prices. There was also a sing-a-long while I was there, a few people gave great performances, and the atmosphere in the store was great. Only problem was the music was so loud I had a hard time communicating with my friends. Other than that it was perfect.

Pizza Crawl 2024 Stop #3 For our 10-year anniversary we are stopping in Chicago, Detroit, NYC, and New Haven, CT Shields is the birthplace of Detroit style pizza. This location is not the first however. This is the style of pizza I have been most excited for on our trip, and it did not disappoint! The cheese crust is so good! There is not a lot of sauce, and it is too sweet to boot, but the overall pizza is amazing!

Was here recently for a farewell celebration for a student in our program and was quite impressed! Not my favorite Detroit style pizza, but service was friendly, food was solidly good, and the bartender was surprisingly good for a pizza joint! Have had much worse cocktails at much fancier spots in Detroit. Overall thought this was a very good visit - will have to come back to try more of their stuff!

**Title: Shields in Detroit: A Culinary Adventure Gone Awry** If you're looking for a dining experience that will leave you with unforgettable memories (for all the wrong reasons), Shields in Detroit is the place to be! First off, let's talk about the food. Imagine a culinary journey where every dish is a plot twist you didn't see coming. The pizza? A delightful cardboard impersonation with a hint of tomato sauce. The pasta? Al dente, but only if you consider "al dente" to mean "chewy enough to double as a stress ball." And the salad? Well, let's just say the lettuce looked like it had seen better days... in the Jurassic period. But the real star of the show is the owner. Picture this: a host so welcoming, you'd think you just walked into a haunted house. His smile (or lack thereof) could curdle milk, and his customer service skills are on par with a grumpy cat. Need a refill? Good luck! Want to ask about the menu? Prepare for a stare that could freeze time. In conclusion, Shields in Detroit offers an experience that's truly one-of-a-kind. If you're in the mood for bad food and an owner who could give Scrooge a run for his money, this is your spot. Bon appétit! --- Hope this brings a smile to your face! But for real don't bother with this joke of an establishment.

Excellent service from Amelia! I enjoyed a leisurely lunch on the outdoor patio. The small Margherita pizza was delicious. I really enjoyed the fresh garden salad too. Homemade ranch dressing. Located on Woodward Avenue, right across the street from the DIA, in the heart of the museum district. Great location. Fun music playing outside on a speaker, cutting down the noise from the street traffic. Lots of umbrellas and shade.

We wanted to experience some great Detroit-style pizza. And that, we did! The place has a sports bar & grill vibe. Staff are all very friendly. Chill vibe overall. The food was very good. From the antipasto salad we got to start off, to the classic pepperoni pizza, everything was fresh and flavorful. I can see why this place has won awards for their pizza. It's truly one of the best pizzas I've ever had (deep dish or otherwise). Top three in my book. Eat here!

Known for its pizza. If you order the pizza, you will be satisfied. I had some of the other dinner items, i.e. fish & chips and the fettucine alfredo and I disliked both meals. Stick with the pizza.

Best pizza in the city. Extremely crispy and cheese crust. They do karaoke on the weekends unlike a lot of places. Incredible food, always hits the spot.

Service, food and atmosphere checks all boxes here! I was immediately impressed with the stunning beauty of this place, but to be taken care of immediately and eating delicious pizza took it to the next level. But what impressed me the most was the owner. He is so attentive to detail and very involved at the restaurant. That's a lost art in most restaurants these days. Not only did he ask every table how they were doing, but you can see the passion in his eyes and you can see he genuinely loves owning this amazing pizzeria. Detroit style pizza is where it's at. Only at Shields!

We went here last week for a quick bite before an event at the Detroit Science Center and when we told them we didn't have much time they were more than willing to rush our pizza and it was still delicious! Our server was also so friendly and personable.

Delayed in Detroit for 30 hours. Decided to make the best of it. Looked up "best pizza in Detroit" and landed on Shields. The staff was so welcoming and friendly. Pizza was great and our Greek salads did not disappoint (I added salmon to mine). Clean restaurant and bathrooms!

2nd visit to Shields while visiting Detroit downtown museums. Both times the food was great. I had the lunch special of pizza and Cesar salad, while Daughter had fettuccine and their delicious white spice. She especially loved their broccoli cheese soup. As she is a vegetarian so this place worked for her. I liked my pepperoni pizza and my salad. Service was very good. Not a big fan of 20% tip for 2 or more customers, but as it was clearly spelled out on menu, I was ok with it

The pizza is so good ! I have been 2 times & I plan on bringing my friends & family that are visiting this weekend. I love the pizza & I love that it is in my neighborhood! A great midtown neighborhood bar

Holy Detroit Style Pizza!! This pizza was literally the best pizza I've EVER eaten. I went to Chicago and tried a bunch of their deep dish and Shields still wins for me! I'd go back to Detroit JUST to eat this pizza!!

We got carryout around 530pm on a Friday. We ordered online. It was ready quickly. The Margherita special was delicious. The pepperoni was good too, but Margherita stood out. It reheated well too. We would definitely eat here again when visiting Detroit. The deep dish crispy edge style detroit js known for is delicious. I usually don't like deep dish as it tends to be greasy but shield's was not greasy to me.

My group ate here for dinner during dlectricity and were seated right away though the place was pretty packed! They had a decent selection of beer for good prices. They also had just recently introduced a spicy chicken sandwich so of course that's what I got. The piece of chicken was huge and it was pretty on par with other chicken sandwiches. Not even gonna lie it was EXTREMELY similar to a Popeye's chicken sandwich (which I think is a top tier chicken sandwich so that's a good thing to be compared to lol). Someone in my group got a salad and it looked awesome. Their pizza was a little burnt but I'd probably go back to try it anyways.

Had a great experience here today. Our waiter was very friendly and funny..Jason I think. Had a couple dry martinis, which were perfect. For food had a "regular" sized greek salad, which was plenty for three, and a pepperoni Detroit style pizza. The pizza is great..similar to Buddy's if u know it.. and we had a couple pieces left to take home. Thumbs way up!!

6/10/2023 Jason - customer service was AWESOME!! My husband and I enjoyed friends and family for a night of laughs, great memories and tears. We gathered to celebrate our new chapter as we leave our home state and begin a new chapter in TN. The food was delicious, music playlist was the perfect mix and the ambiance was fitting for the occasion. Great job Jason!! Salute King!

"Amazing food, impeccable service, and a cozy atmosphere. Shields Pizza, exceeded all expectations. A must-visit for food enthusiasts!"

This was a great experience after the van Gogh exhibit. The Detroit pizza tasted great along with the truffle fries. They have a decent beer selection also. The service was outstanding and this is a historic place where you can just hang out and relax.

Really great pizza and amazing Greek salad! We had the traditional pepperoni, Gold Metal, and then a supreme style. Gold metal is OUTSTANDING!!!

My family went to Shields for my sisters graduation and Jason made it the best best experience! Thanks Jason!

Nice place to go to take your family. Down side we went during Noel Night so it was crazy busy. And they charge 20 percent gratuity for parties of 2 or more. I would try the place again when it's not so busy.

This is my neighborhood pizza joint, and I'm so grateful it's Shield's. I was ordered carry-out and dined in when I could during Covid protocol times, and recently I treated my niece and nephews to a pizza feast. Their salads are excellent. I often have the antipasto salad solo or share it with friends. It's a Detroit classic with quality ingredients. Their Maurice is also delicious, though the dressing is heavy, so for this one, I always get it on the side. Their wings are large and good. I like the dry rub, and they've always been well-cooked. Their Detroit-style pizza is a winner. My favorite is the Gold Medal which never disappoints . Any of their pizzas with garlic listed as an ingredient have an over-the-top delicious flavor that is hard to match. Shield's seems to be struggling with staffing like many other restaurants right now, so service has been inconsistent, but not bad. Bar service, which in the past was excellent, seems a bit distracted as bartenders appear to be doing double-duty. Sometimes orders take a bit long, and checking in on drinks seems to get forgotten, still they generally do alright for these times. If you're on a tight timeline, though, let them know and make sure they are up for it.

The food was excellent the atmosphere was very excellent and the music choices were absolutely divine 10/10 would come again

Troy location was extremely pleasant our waiter RICHARD was phenomenal! Me & my family really enjoyed ourselves, a time was had.

Came to Shields for dinner during a quick trip to Detroit. I was surprised how quiet this location was with only table service and nothing happening at the bar. Our server was nice but she was also the only person working so she couldn't be super attentive but we were fine. We each got our own 4-slice pizza and shared some apps. Everything was good! Great bar food and good draft selection to go with it. Definitely will be back on our next trip!

The food was absolutely delicious! Just a heads up that they add a 15% gratuity on any party's two or more. We didn't read our receipt so we left to tip the table only to find out that we were charged 15 bucks on our bill. We won't be back.

My guilty dietary pleasure is a full-on, real meat, real everything, hamburger and fries. Since I'd had a decent one the night before on my recent business trip to Detroit, I thought I'd try the pastrami on my first visit to Shield's. Fortunately, my server steered me back in course to the awesome hamburgers here. I chose the California Burger (ironic since I was visiting from California), which includes big beef patty, onion rings, onions, tomatoes, avocado (hence "California"), special sauce, dill pickles, mushrooms, cheese, and other stuff. All on a fresh brioch-like bun. I chose fries as my included side - chips are the other standard option - and a glass of the recommended "Shield's Lager" to go with it. Through this ordering experience, I was really impressed by having all the employees at the restaurant be actual intelligent and hard working adults. I mean, at a level I don't expect to encounter even in a very nice pizza and burger place like this. My burger was totally great! Juicy and fresh tasting. It had that extra savory, full spectrum taste that can only come from great ingredients that are perfectly prepared. It makes my mouth water just thinking and writing about it now. One thing that caught my attention was that the mushrooms were perfectly grilled as well. Not over cooked and mushy, or nearly raw, as some places will do. The fries were super. I didn't end up with a bunch of over cooked dark ones as sometimes happens. The 3/8" thick fries were all crispy in the outside and soft in the inside like they're supposed to be. Many places that have good burgers still fail, in my opinion, to produce a good fry. I think it is harder to do than many of us think. In any case, Shield's has this art really down. Lastly, the Shield's Lager was perfect for me. It is not a sharp tasting hoppy beer. It is more like a smooth session beer that really goes well with food and doesn't reset your taste buds to obscure the meal. If I didn't need to drive to DTW I would have had a second one. The decor is a lot of fun and very interesting. They have bottle openers, hockey pucks, baseball gloves and more with descriptions of how they got there on the wall. I posted some pics with this review. If you are in Detroit anywhere near Wayne State University, make time to come here. I am from now on!

My cousins and I stopped in for lunch, before taking a college tour at Wayne State, to have lunch. The service was nice and friendly. The atmosphere was great! There were about four tables with patrons, having lunch. We ordered a Blueberry Breeze cocktail (very light and refreshing - made with Tito's vodka, lemonade, fresh blueberries) bbq chicken wings (cooked light and crispy with a good bbq sauce added), Shield's Super Pizza (onions, green peppers, fresh mushrooms, ham, and pepperoni), and a BBQ Chicken Pizza. The food was very good. If I lived in the Detroit area, I would definitely come back. It is highly recommended to try the restaurant. Most women smile upon a clean restroom. I must say, the restroom here was very clean and maintained. The manager and the server/bartender was very accommodating

Ill finish this review once I get my food. But, so far, so good. Service has been attentive so far. Its a nice place, in the former Maccabees place. Wooden tables, leather booths, TVs and liquor. They have an express lunch for $8 that includes pizza and a salad. *** Edited to finish review because someone got upset I didnt finish the review :) . Why would I review a "Basic" place like Shields? Because it is in Downtown Detroit, it is a new business, and someone who wants to stop in may be curious about their offerings. Why does anyone write a review? Gosh. Food actually came out pretty quick. The salad was much larger than I anticipated. Lots of toppings, not all iceberg lettuce, and plenty of meat to cheese ratio. I got the antipasta btw. The pizza was about the size I expected for the price. For that lunch special, you can choose Pepperoni, Cheese or the POD (Pizza of the Day), that day- It was anchovies and mushrooms. So I passed. There could have been more pepperoni, but the pizza was hot, just the right amount of greasiness, and tasted really good. The crust was nice and chewy. I would definitely go again.

I ordered their pizza and salad lunch special; it was excellent. Salad is way bigger than what I expected, I was assuming it would be a small cup. $10 for a two piece square pizza and a salad, I wish they were closer as I don't live in the city. Great deal for the amount of food you get.

Pizza was delicious and very good service. Very convenient location if going to LCA or Ford Field

Amazzzzzzzing! Food, ambiance, hospitality!!! Just superior! Definitely will be back.

Our food was deelish the atmosphere was mello not crowded at all the waitress Nia was excellent we really enjoyed ourselves everyone one enjoyed there food we will be back and it's close to home which is a plus

I had a phenomenal experience at Shield's! Jason was our server, and he made us feel so welcome and made our time a thousand times better! I ordered a large meat lovers pizza and a large "golden medal", the food was delicious and me and my family loved it. 10 out of 10 , would recommend! Jason will float your boat!

I ordered the STEAK COBB SALAD, which was to include mixed greens. STRAIGHT ICEBERG LETTUCE! I mentioned this to our waitress. Some guy With an attitude comes over and tries to explain mixed greens to me...at least their version. #unacceptable #dontorder

I ordered a large pizza and small cheesy bread - to my surprise when I got home the pizza look like a medium size? I usually order from Southfield location but I work near so I took a chance -- I'm disappointed - the pizza way smaller than I expected? Are you guys serving smaller portions than your counterpart in Southfield ? I know you are a franchise and all but I thought the food is suppose to be the same... the pizza did not taste good either - never again......

If 3 stars is A-ok then I'm forced to give Shield's the 2 star treatment of 'Meh, I've experienced better' because I have. Came here for a family birthday dinner on a Friday night, so 9 of us were seated at a long table. It was surprisingly empty for a Friday night, only 2 other tables had patrons, probably another 11 or 12 people at most. Despite being a billed as a pizzeria they have an extensive menu of other items. I'm not a fan of heavy crust pizza and just wasn't in the mood for pizza, so I opted for the cod and truffle fries which are getting good reviews. Some at our table ordered pizza, other orders were chicken sandwiches, several salads and one person ordered apps as their main meal. The problems started right away with our waitress being slow to take our ordrers. I came after everyone was seated and I asked for water. The person I asked said they weren't our server. So I waited until she came around again and asked her. I also asked if they had any sparkling water - she wasn't sure. Eventually she came back and said yes, they had soda water and I asked for that with lime. It never came. When the food started coming out it came in shifts. From start to finish it was probably 45 minutes between first and last item. The poor person who had ordered apps as their meal got theirs last after everyone was eating. We pointed it out to the waitress and manager, but just got excuses about the slow kitchen. (Did I say the place was empty?) It's not fun to get your meal and then watch the person next to you sit there with an empty spot for 20 more minutes. Do I eat or do I wait? Food was ok, not great. I will say my 2 pieces of cod were huge, but I prefer quality, not quantity. The truffle fries were a little heavy on the seasoning, and after eating several I decided the 'truffle' part was too much and I'd had enough. My bf tried a piece of someones pizza, later he told me it was awful. I didn't try any so I can't comment. A few more members of our party talked to the manager about the poor service, but of course by then it was too late and all he could do was apologize. This is one of those places I'll avoid unless forced to go because a family member chooses it as their meeting place.

Never in my 40+years of eating pizza had I ever had this much cheese on my pizza. I thought I would give Shield's a try since I pass the Troy location often. I live in Detroit so I ordered from the midtown location for delivery. I ordered the large veggie for $25. When the pizza arrived it felt super heavy like a 10 pound dumb bell. To my surprise it was all that cheese on it. I literally had to scoop half the cheese off my slice of pizza. The pizza it self was decent taste wise. But all that cheese just made the pizza inedible. I had high hopes and wanted to give them a try. Sorry, will not be ordering from them again.

The waitress (Shelby) seemed to have an attitude. She got the order wrong (her mistake) and was halfway across the room speaking loudly to us as opposed to staying at the table and getting our complete order. Instead of coming back to the table to fix her mistake, she sent some cool or manager to speak to us about her mistake. She avoided us the rest of the night. The pizza was wet and cold. Ended up staying longer then was necessary. Very disappointed. Left with three nasty pizzas and a desire to never return. Was it so hard to correct the error then make the right order?

Visited Shield's newest location earlier this week for a co-worker's farewell gathering. It's a great location for an afterwork gathering. The menu has many choices for varying tastes. There were several people in my party, all eat differently and have certain restrictions, everyone was able to order something to suit them. I ordered a Reuben which came with cole slaw instead of sauerkraut. There wasn't much corned beef and the sandwich was soggy. I also ordered truffle fries that I shared with the table. My co-workers liked them. My sandwich came with a choice of sides, I chose broccoli, which was delicious and the highlight of my experience. The waiter, ignored each of my requests, but seemed quite accommodating to the others. I could assume why, but I don't like to mention social issues on my reviews. Conversely, there was a gentleman there who seemed to be an owner or manager who was very attentive to the patrons. I likely shall not return unless my co-workers insist.

The pizza is amazing! Never crowded and always treated well. Please keep this location in business, stop by when you're in Midtown!

Well I haven't been since they closed down years ago and I have good news as well as bad news. Not only are they overpriced, the chicken was under cooked. Ordered chicken for $13.99 expecting whole wings and got 8 wing dings and for (all drums) was pink. Again,very tasty but not worth it. The pizza was way different from the pizza me and my family loved in the 80's. I'll give them 1 more try.

Only stopped in for drinks, but the place is really clean and service was friendly. We'll definitely be back to try the pizza, it looks great.

Shields pizzeria is the best. I from New York and I know good pizza. We call this a Sicilian pizza. But no matter what you call it, it is the best pizza I have tasted in a very long time. The sauce and the crust is amazing. If you are visiting Detroit you must come to Shield's several times during your visit. If you live and Detroit and the surrounding area take advantage of the gem you have.

Unfortunately my experience was very disappointing. I get the "pizza plus with the soup or salad" deal. I asked the waitress about what is the size of the pizza and I chose the soup, my friend choose the salad... He get a BOWL of salad like for 2 persons wile my soup was just a little cup size...I MEAN REALLY DESPAIR AND UNFAIR. The waitress didn't care too much when I tried to make her notice the bad deal that I had... Before order, and talked about pizza size, she could mention the size of the soup... On top of that I have a drink that I had to pay separately... let me explain, a "pizza plus" is pizza and soda for $5, "pizza plus with soup or salad" is without soda for $5. Your soda is $2,45...quite frankly numbers doesn't show too much of a deal... But on top of this disappointment, the pizza was not even good. Very average.. Will not recommend this restaurant and for sure I'm not coming back.

NGL, I saw shields pop up and was like "alright, another one from the burbs". I had been to their Southfield spot once 15 years ago and I can't recall anything about the experience that left a positive mark. I decide today to see what it was all about to break my monotonous post covid lifestyle... Yo... this pizza is legit fire. It slaps so hard. I got the deep dish pepperoni, nothing fancy... I can't stress this enough... it was one of the best I've had. Not sure what all the other fancy stuff is all about but they can make a good regular pizza, I bet the others are good too. Also the zucchini appetizer was lit.

Great food and lots of Gluten Free options including pizza crusts. I was very excited to try the delicious truffle fries. And my Gluten Free meat lovers pizza was phenomenal. The prices were just right for the quality of food. The ham and sausage in particular were FULL of flavor. The Gluten Free crust was delicious and clacks like a croissant. And the pizza was great left overs. Definitely will pop in again as it is within walking distance of the DIA.

Great spot on Woodward across from the DIA and near WSU. We went on a Friday night and were the only table at 6:30. Not sure why...it's a great location and everything was great. Service was friendly, beer was cold, pizza was perfect. They have a great bar backing up to huge windows looking out onto Woodward as well. I'm sure they do a good lunch business with this location; hopefully people discover it for dinner as well. We will definitely go back soon.

Don't bother. Everything is over priced and they add a 20% tip for parties of 2 or more. So if you want to tip what you want have everyone sit at connecting tables and get separate bills. What a joke!