Where is the Best Martini in Detroit, Michigan?
My friend told me about 200 & Edison’s so we checked it out on a Wed. night. I was immediately fond of it’s character and decor – you could tell that it’s has been a landmark / historical establishment that’s been around for a long time. The first half of the restaurant includes a large open bar area w/ cocktail tables – a good social setting. Behind the bar on the other side of the wall is the dining area. We called ahead and made reservations (I recommend) and noticed most all of the tables were taken (a good sign). As for the atmosphere – it was not as quiet as I had hoped. Your conversations can travel so if you’re looking for peace and quiet I would recommend looking elsewhere. The dishes were simple yet robust in taste, and the food quality was very high. The menu does not have an “array of dishes” like I’ve seen at other Italian restaurants. We started w/ the twice baked potato (heads up – it’s huge) which was excellent; the garlic mashed potatoes were pretty good (
After spending several weeks in Madrid and surrounding area, I have to say that the tapas and paella herejust doesn’t measure up to Spain. The paella at Sangria tastes like that packaged safron rice you buy at the grocery store. When I had it in Spain, I was shocked at how much tastier it was. I had both the seafood and chicken paella in Spain. The tapas here was ok but not inspired. As the other reviewer stated, there were some Spanish staples missing. One last thing, the pitchers of sangria were so small at Sangria, that with 10 people at the table, I didn’t even get a half a glass. We each paid about 30.00 or 35.00 dollars on top of that for our meal. The atmosphere was not like a true tapas bar but more like a Royal Oak yuppie hangout. Oh well….
Kiernan’s is a place where one can go to have quiet conversation and privacy. Most of the smaller tables are either in nooks or tall-backed wrap around booths. The nooks are cozy but not cramped. My only complaint about them is that the perception of privacy can let voices get a little loud. Not annoying but you can often hear the conversation next to you clearly. The atmosphere is dim but not dark. The small tables have Victorian lampshades which cast good light to the table but prevent it from spilling out into the common areas. The tables are set for four and would seat them, albeit a bit cozy. The last time I was there we had three and found that to be perfect. The food is amazing. The prime rib, which is what I almost invariably get, melts in your mouth. The raspberry chicken is wonderful as are most of the dishes. Service is outstanding. Water glasses are always full and empty plates disappear quickly. The wait staff is attentive and friendly without being obtrusive.
WOW! What a great destination. Tucked into a residential side street in sleepy Downtown Northville is this slice of Italy. Set up like an Italian village, Little Italy has an excellent “ristorante”, a way cool bar (Bacchus Bar) for casual dining with more spirit selections than I have ever seen in my life, the lower level wine cellar is incredible, and the neatest Italian market/pizzeria carry-out (Hutton Street Market) jam packed with wine and Italian specialties. They have a great selection of ready to heat and eat foods and bottle their own sauces. The best Italian food I have had outside of Italy. Great steaks (try the fillet), seafood, homemade pastas. The market carry-out pizzas are also available in the bar (a must try). Top notch high quality food and a super waitstaff make you feel better than family. Overall, an incomparable experience. Handsdown, my favorite restaurant. THANK YOU Little Italy!Pros + The Food. The Wine. Onsite Parking (By-The-Door Parking For Carry-Out.)
