3 Best American Restaurants in Detroit, MI

“The Whitney is an iconic lumber baron's mansion with an exquisite garden that serves upscale New American cuisine. Their natural wine cellar can provide the ideal beverage to complement any tantalizing entrées from the land, sea, or Garden. At The Whitney, You can enjoy some of the world's finest dishes prepared by master chefs. They invite you to plunge into their dinner and brunch menus. The myriad of dining spaces is ideally suited for party sizes from 10 to 400. The Garden is also available as a unique and colorful oasis for warm-weather functions. Guests may prefer to dine at the fountain-side in the beautiful Whitney gardens. Whether you plan a wedding, anniversary, shower, birthday, corporate event, or holiday celebration or wish to host a memorable occasion for your friends, The Whitney will help you create the perfect experience. The Whitney has vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free menu options. All of their dinners range from $39-$89. There is a charge of $10 for valet. They only serve High Tea at 1:00 pm on Friday and 1:30 pm on Saturday and Sunday by reservation. Gift cards are also available.”

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“The Apparatus Room serves New American fare and craft cocktails in an industrial-chic space. The restaurant is located at the Detroit Foundation Hotel. Blending old with new, Apparatus Room serves new American cuisine with carefully crafted cocktails and esoteric wines inspired by Chef Rece Hogerheide's roots in Midwestern ingredients. They invite you to step away from the Downtown bustle, enjoy a fine meal and the easy taste of an Old Foundation, and relax to the homely chatter of new friends. Their signature dishes are Maine diver scallops and hazelnut-crusted wild Atlantic cod, ras el hanout scented rack of lamb, and smoked whitefish caesar. Their cocktail program is classically focused with inspiration drawn from the history of the building and the city itself. The ingredients may be familiar, and the presentation is simple and classic, though each cocktail has a deeper story for those who have time to listen. Crispy Fried Cauliflower, Braised Short Ribs, and Chicken Sandwich are highly recommended dishes. Dine-in and takeout are also available.”

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“Selden Standard for seasonal, locally sourced New American small plates and craft cocktails was designed by Tadd Heidgerken and Kristen Dean, and Heidi Barlow and Shaina Kasztelan did its famous patio mural. The restaurant's indoor views include a huge semi-private table in the central dining room, an outside patio, and a private room with A/V gear. Selden Standard utilizes fresh, locally sourced ingredients, so the menu changes seasonally. Standard fare at Selden Standard features an assortment of vegetables, meat, fish, and desserts. Popular menu items at the restaurant include vegetable carpaccio, grilled scallions, roasted carrots, oyster mushroom and spaghetti squash, beef tartare, chicken liver mousse, mussels, salt cod fritters, duck Bolognese and stuffed cabbage. Their event rooms accommodate up to 10 to 40 people, and their events manager will be delighted to work with you on a custom menu from their seasonal offerings. The unique bar's original cocktails are crafted from mindfully selected spirits, seasonal fruits, and house-made ingredients. Their cuisine flavors are born in local farms, caught at the season's peak, made in their wood-fired oven, and served small plates-style in well-shareable portions. Selden Standard is also recommended for vegetarians. Reservation and outdoor dining are also available.”

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