Detroit, MI

Flood’s Bar & Grille
DESCRIPTION: After you’ve had greens and pork chops, get your groove on in this upscale club; Monday night live jazz, other nights R&B; a popular spot for after-work networking and later evening live Jazz and R&B ensembles

CUISINE: Soul Food

CREDIT CARDS: yes

COVER CHARGE: no

DAYS & HOURS: Mon 4p–12a, Tue–Fri 3p–2a; Sat-Sun 7p-2a

ADDRESS: 731 Saint Antoine Street at Lafayette Street

PARKING: on street

PHONE: 313-963-1090

WEBSITE:

Seldom Blues
DESCRIPTION: Detroit’s premier Jazz restaurant; served in a fabulous upscale atmosphere with elegant décor, the restaurant--co-owned by Frank Taylor and ex-Detroit Lion Robert Porcher, is large and yet most intimate; although pricey for dinner and entertainment, the superb quality and portions are unsurpassed, and well worth the adventure; open for lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch; menu items include lobster, jumbo lump crab cake, dijon and almond chicken tenderloin, ahi tuna carpaccio, lobster saffron linguini, chateaubriand, escargot orecchiette, red snapper Pontchartrain, morel crusted rack of lamb and a great deal more; the entertainment line-up highlights some of the nation’s most talented Jazz artists in this sophisticated downtown atmosphere; views from the expansive floor to ceiling windows overlooking the and river are outstanding

CUISINE: Continental with a French flair

CREDIT CARDS: yes

COVER CHARGE: 

DAYS & HOURS:

ADDRESS: 400 Renaissance Center

PHONE: 313-567-7301

WEBSITE: http://www.seldomblues.com

Sweet Georgia Brown
DESCRIPTION: The third in a string of highly popular downtown restaurants co-owned by restaurateur Frank Taylor and ex-Detroit Lion Robert Porcher, “Fine food and all that Jazz” is their motto; lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch offerings encompass Southern Comfort pork chops, seafood cheesecake, roasted rack of baby lamb, smoked salmon carpaccio, chicken scallopini and angel hair pasta, butternut squash ravioli, chilean sea bass, seafood gumbo and champagne veal medallions, among other delectable offerings; if you’ve still have room for dessert, try the bourbon pecan torte, sweet potato flan, or the “The Georgia Peach” cobbler; for those who enjoy fine wines, the wine List is comprised of over 100 wines by co-owner Taylor, winner of Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2001 and 2002; Live entertainment is offered throughout the week; rich muted gold and green interior with an elevated bar; live jazz, R&B

CUISINE: Upscale Soul Food

CREDIT CARDS: yes

COVER CHARGE: no

DAYS & HOURS: CLOSED

ADDRESS: 1045 Brush Street near Lafayette

PHONE: 313-965-1245

WEBSITE: http://www.sweetgb.com

Bea’s Comedy Kitchen
DESCRIPTION: Features some of the best in stand-up comedy in the region; light meals also served

CUISINE: Light Fare

CREDIT CARDS: yes

CCOVER CHARGE: no

DAYS & HOURS: Friday-Saturday shows 9p & 11:30p, Sunday show 9p

ADDRESS: 541 East Larned Street, downtown

PHONE: 313-961-2581

WEBSITE:

Detroit Fish Market @ Paradise Valley
DESCRIPTION: An upscale seafood restaurant with warm earth tones; the lounge is like living room with lush booths, couches and eclectic furnishings; doubles as a power lunch and date/family restaurant

CUISINE: Seafood + fabulous martinis, wines and beers

CREDIT CARDS: yes

COVER CHARGE: no

DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Thu 11:30a-10p, Fri-Sat 11:30a-12a, Sun 4p-10p

ADDRESS: 1435 Randolph Street

PHONE: 313-963-3003
WEBSITE: http://detroitfishmarket.com

Fishbone’s Rhythm Kitchen Café
DESCRIPTION: Boasts of the finest seafood, steaks and sushi around; captures the fine dining and festive atmosphere of the New Orleans French Quarter; menu items encompasses Pasta Orleans, Nawlin's Cajun stir fry, BBQ whiskey ribs, shrimp Creole, muffulettas, a Bourbon Street strip steak, catfish grouper, shrimp, andouille sausage and grilled chicken Caesar Po’ Boys and much more; the bar here is especially fun for watching sports teams any night; a diverse appetizer menu offers items like Alligator Voodoo, Chicken Thibodeaux, Catfish Beignets and New Orleans Bar-B-Que Shrimp, plus an extensive Sushi menu; if you are not into sports, relax next to reportedly the world’s largest indoor waterfall at 114 feet tall

CUISINE:

CREDIT CARDS: yes

CCOVER CHARGE: no

DAYS & HOURS: Mon–Fri 6a-2a

ADDRESS: 400 West Monroe Street

PHONE: 313-965-4600

WEBSITE:

The Rhino @ Harmonie Park
DESCRIPTION: Light menu items in this new entertainment venue that features jazz and R & B, in a stylish atmosphere; a good place to meet friends

CUISINE:

CREDIT CARD: yes

COVER CHARGE: no

DAYS & HOURS: CLOSED

ADDRESS: 1407 Randolph Street, Suite 100

PHONE: 313-963-6244

WEBSITE:

Detroit Breakfast House & Grill @ Merchant’s Row
DESCRIPTION: The third in a string of highly popular downtown restaurants co-owned by Frank Taylor and ex-Detroit Lion Robert Porcher; an upscale breakfast at reasonable prices with good food, superb service and atmosphere; menu offerings have been referred to as “familiar favorites with updated twists”; regardless of time of day, since they stay open late, most people order breakfast items

CUISINE: Gourmet Soul Food; crab cakes Benedict and Smoked Salmon Benedict are to die for

CREDIT CARD: yes

COVER CHARGE: no

DAYS & HOURS:

ADDRESS: 1241 Woodward Ave

PHONE: 313-961-1115

WEBSITE: http://www.detroitbreakfasthouse.com

Magnolia Restaurant & Bar
DESCRIPTION: For great live music and down home Soul food, stop by for home-cooked specialties that include smothered pork chops, savory ribs, macaroni & cheese and other entrees; nice atmosphere and reasonable prices

CUISINE: Soul Food

CREDIT CARDS: yes

COVER CHARGE: no

DAYS & HOURS: under reconstruction

ADDRESS: 1440 East Franklin Street

PHONE: 313-393-0018

WEBSITE:

Bert’s Marketplace
DESCRIPTION: Live Jazz on some nights, call for calendar

CUISINE: Soul Food

CREDIT CARDS: yes

COVER CHARGE: no

DAYS & HOURS: Mon–Sat 11a–2a, Sun 12p-2a

ADDRESS: 2727 Russell Street in Eastern Market

PHONE: 313-567-2030

WEBSITE:

Aknartoon’s Eatery
DESCRIPTION: Muslim diner

CUISINE: Muslim cuisine dipped in Soul; features lamb, oxtail, Cornish Hen, catfish, demonic steak and vegetarian

CREDIT CARDS: yes

COVER CHARGE: no

DAYS & HOURS: daily 11a-12p

ADDRESS: 10310 Woodward Ave

PHONE: 313-867-3102

WEBSITE:

Baker’s Keyboard Lounge
DESCRIPTION: Opened in 1934, it claims to be the world’s oldest remaining jazz club; nearly every major jazz performer in the 20th century played here; still features regular jam sessions; Tue & Thu live jazz 8p-12p

CREDIT CARD: yes

COVER CHARGE: no

DAYS & HOURS: Tue–Fri 11a–2a, Sat-Sun 4p–2a

ADDRESS: 20510 Livernois

PHONE: 313-345-6300

WEBSITE: http://www.bakerskeyboardlounge.com

Dee Orr’s Gourmet Soul Food
DESCRIPTION: upscale sit-down restaurant

CUISINE: Gourmet Soul Food; try the Okra with shrimp and potato salad with crabmeat are just a few of the unique and non-traditional offerings at Dee Orr’s ; you can also find numerous delicious standards like tender catfish, savory fried chicken, cabbage and greens

CREDIT CARD: yes

COVER CHARGE: no

DAYS & HOURS:

ADDRESS: 1301 West Lafayette

PHONE: 313-962-3677

WEBSITE:

Southfield, MI

Beans & Cornbread
DESCRIPTION: When it comes to  in an upscale setting, this is it;

CUISINE: Soul Food; features Harlem burrito stuffed with collard greens, tomatoes, black-eyed peas, rice and salsa sauce; barbecued, fried and smothered pork chops; catfish, salmon croquettes, several vegetarian plates and a whole lot more

CREDIT CARD: yes

COVER CHARGE: no

DAYS & HOURS: Mon–Thu 11a–9p, Fri-Sat 11a–10p, Sun 12p–9p

ADDRESS: 29508 Northwestern Highway at Inkster

PHONE: 248-208-1680

WEBSITE: http://www.beanscornbread.com

Club Yesterday
DESCRIPTION: Club Paradise merged with this club; Dance club featuring ballroom, hustle, electric slide

CUISINE:

CREDIT CARD:

COVER CHARGE: $7-$10 depending on the night

DAYS & HOURS: Tue, Thu, Fri 5p-2a, Sat 8p-2a

ADDRESS: 14060 Telegraph Road

PHONE: 248-557-9444

WEBSITE:

Yesterday's Paradise
DESCRIPTION: Another popular ballroom and hustle dance club; dress to impress

CUISINE:

CREDIT CARD: yes

COVER CHARGE: yes

DAYS & HOURS: Wed-Fri 5p-2a, Sat 8p-2a

ADDRESS: 25080 Southfield Road

PHONE: 248-569-3939

WEBSITE:

Ferndale, MI

Blue Nile Ethiopian Restaurant
DESCRIPTION: diner; diners can feast on a wide assortment of delicious Ethiopian cuisine family-style from one platter; in keeping with tradition, entrees are eaten with Injera—a special bread used to scoop up the food instead of utensils

CUISINE: Ethiopian; For some of the best Ethiopian fare in the area,

CREDIT CARD: yes

COVER CHARGE: no

DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Fri 5p-10p; Sat 4p-11p, Sun 3p-9p

ADDRESS: 545 West Nine Mile

PHONE: 248-547-6699

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