What a quaint spot! Very trendy decor and servers, but all were very friendly and knowledgable. I had no real expectations so I was blown away by the food. We started with the fondue for 2, but there were 4 of us. Plenty to share as an appetizer. Being Swiss, I didn't think the potato pancake was good, it was more of a hashbrown, but the ragu and the boar grits were amazing! i can't wait to try this place for Sunday brunch! read more

Alpino - German Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

The ambiance legit feels like you're in Europe! We had the booth near the fireplace - it was so cozy. The standout item was the ragu - next time I come here I legit am ordering 2 ragu dishes - it was divine! Best pasta i've ever had! The fondue was just okay. I was expecting it to taste more like the alpine fondue from the melting pot but it sadly did not. It lacked flavor (needs garlic or more wine). For the price of the weinerschnitzel, I would think they could give some carb or veggie on the side. Yes it's a good sized portion, but the presentation looked a little sad. Lots of cocktail options, but I just went with the classic aperol spritz and it was perfect. I definitely will come again on special occasions! read more

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If you have not been to alpino for Sunday brunch, this is your sign! The fondue was flavorful overall. There were 2 bowls of bread, 2 bowls potato, 1 bowl apples, 1 bowl of mixed pickles/ olives. I do wish there was a slightly better variety of dipping items, but very good overall The Vol Au Vent was so good! Highly recommend this. So crispy and flavorful. I truly could not stop eating this. The sauce was a perfect touch for it The quiche was also amazing. Perfect mix of vegetable and egg. The pastry dough perfectly crispy. Desserts- we got a Krapfen donut (apricot and cheesecake filled) - very delicious! The streusel was also really good, mildly dry but that is how they are supposed to be. If you are choosing between the two, I'd go for the donut! Service was really good and quick. The restaurant is super cute and there is a little patio area out back too. Need to come back for dinner! read more

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I really loved this place! We got a seay by the fire place and it was a nice cozy ambience. We ordered a bunch of things to share, which they brought to us in courses - raclette, potato pancake, cucumber salad with fish roe, wienerschnitzel and spaetzle. All of it was excellent and its too hard to pick a favorite thing. Cocktails were great too. They have their own little parking lot which was kind of nice. read more

Alpino - German Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

My husband and I visited Alpino for Valentine's Day, and we enjoyed our visit. The decor of the place is brighter than I would have expected. Lots of pale wood and clean lines. There is a real wood fireplace, which gives the dining room that Alpine touch. We started with the Raclette, and I thought it was good. The cheese had a very mild flavor, so the mostarda and ham really shine through. Overall though, I think I would order something else in the future. Next, we tried the Rösti. I loved everything about it, except the smoked salmon. I'm not a fan of smoked fish, so it wasn't this dish's fault. My husband loved it! The crisp potato pancake was delicious, and well worth ordering again. For our mains we tried the Ricotta Agnolotti and the Wienerschnitzel. Both dishes could have benefited from more salt. I didn't care for rabbit confit, but enjoyed the creamy filling in the stuffed pasta. It was the best part of the dish. I think I would try something else before ordering this again. I liked the Wienerschnitzel, and really enjoyed the mushroom sauce. Next time, I will order extra lemons. The dish could have done with a touch more acid. For dessert, I got the Bonet. While I really liked the flavor of this dessert, I didn't like its texture. It had an almost jello-like texture to it. I would try something else next time. read more

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First time visit, I was excited to try it since the menu items are so unique. After being seated quickly (we had a reservation), our waitress was very attentive. The drink options were interesting, after much debate I chose a vodka cocktail. My son got an Americano, apparently they make a good one there. We ordered multiple items, the crema di lardo, the Rosti, the Ricotta Agnolotti, the Weinershnitzel and the Rotkraut. We got the panna cotta for dessert. Everything was quite good and really different then what you'd get from most restaurants - which is what makes it fun to come here. We ended up with a lot leftover so yummy meal for the next day. The 2 improvements to the food would be - our Ricotta Agnolotti was more lukewarm than hot, and the Wienershnitzel was a bit dry and could have used more sauce. The interior was pleasant, comfortable and homey and not too noisy. We were there for 2 hours and did not feel rushed. I'd definitely come back since I want to try more items and the restaurant it self was nice. read more

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Note: We didn't realize Alpino has its own parking lot, so we did street parking nearby, only to realize we'd been trolled. Every year, my high school friend and I choose a nicer Detroit spot for our annual fancy dinner. Alpino (known for its Alpine-inspired Swiss and German fare -- has been on our list for a couple years, and we finally made it happen. Our server walked us through the whole menu thoroughly and gave us plenty of time to decide. Since our goal for the night was to eat lots of cheese, almost everything we ordered was creamy and decadent. FONDUE - 42 Our server warned us that we'd go from excitedly dipping to completely stuffed in a matter of minutes -- and she was right. A sizable bowl of gruyere and emmentaler (balanced with white wine and kirsch) sat over a candle at the perfect dipping temperature. It came with six sides: potatoes, pickles, olives, green apples, and two servings of sourdoughs. The green apples were our favorite; the tart sweetness was a perfect contrast for the gooey, velvety cheese. The pickles were also a surprise hit, offering a briny flavor that reminded me of smoked salmon. Sadly, we didn't like the olives and left them. The potatoes and sourdough were fine, but we found the ratio of carbs a bit overwhelming. Next time, we'd swap the olives and one portion of bread for more apples. PIEDMONTESE RAGU - 26 The beef sauce was incredibly rich, savory, and hearty. However, the tagliatelle fell short for me; it felt slightly undercooked rather than just al dente, lacking that satisfying "bounce" or chew. With better pasta texture, this would've been fantastic. Also learn from us, if you do the fondue between two people, you might want to skip a heavy pasta course and choose something from their "Meat + Fish" section instead. GURKENSALAT (SIDE) - 8 My friend ordered this as a refreshing palate cleanser. While I'm not a big cucumber fan, I tried a bit and found the dressing and herbs bright and cool. It's a necessary contrast if you're eating heavy dishes. SPATZLE - 8 +3 for morel rahmsauce On its own, it would have been just the egg noodle. We highly recommend adding the morel rahmsauce (a creamy mushroom sauce) to enhance the eating experience. The earthy, umami-rich mushroom sauce elevated the soft, slightly chewy, doughy egg noodles perfectly. The texture is not quite like standard pasta. Overall, this was a standout side. We definitely achieved our cheese goals, but we overdid it on the carbs. We were so stuffed that we ended up lingering for a while because we needed recovery time before we could get up and walk. It was a solid experience, but next time, I'll just be more strategic with my ordering to avoid that "ready to burst" feeling. read more

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Working through some of the best restaurant lists in the city, I was excited to try this spot, especially in the colder weather because the menu seemed to be more comfort food heavy. Walking in, the atmosphere was exactly as I had hoped, cozy, warm, and welcoming. I thought for sure it would decked out like some sort of Swiss mountain lodge celebrating apres ski. Sitting at the bar as I always try to do, the bar tender was great and miracles of miracles, they actually had sambuca. I'm always surprised because it seems like a lot of places don't but personally, after heavy foods I like to drink it as a digestif. Being DACH style food, you knew it was going to be heavier. Perusing the menu, there were quite a few things that sounded delicious but I was less than excited about rabbit and veal, so I went with more familiar items, ordering Diots au Vin Blanc and some spatzle. Simple, hearty, and perfect for a cold, blustery winter night. I can say without out a doubt it was terribly disappointing. The Spatzle came out first so I'm going to start with that. Let me preface everything I'm about to say here be letting the loyal reader know that I lived in Austria for 2 years, so many of the dishes I had local variations of, and whether it is fair or not, I'm comparing the food tonight with what I had at local spots all throughout their land of origination. Now... back to the Spatzle. I was terribly disappointed. While technically it was exactly true to name, I thought since they were offering it as a paid side ($8) that they would do something more plain dumplings in a bowl. No browning, no onions, no bacon. The way it was presented was more if you had ordered a stew and was going to pour it over this. While they were perfectly made, they were tremendously boring and flavorless. The menu has no description, so maybe it was my fault for letting my assumptions run wild. For the main course I ordered Diots au Vin Blanc. Now loyal reader, my second confession, I have lived in France and have much, many, a lot of French cooking Diots au Vin Blanc when done properly is flavored with nutmeg and garlic, then cooked in in a white wine, garlic and onion sauce. So with all that, you would expect a lot of flavor but once again, the food was very bland. Almost like it was just boiled and served. There wasn't even a roux to thicken the onion into gravy. The Mustard Rouille was perfect though and the presentation was lovely. Another thing, usually when you get this meal it's common to have potatoes or crozet with it, When I saw the Raclette and Fondue on the menu also, I thought the Savoie region was surprisingly well represented and I was truly impressed but now I can only imagine what it would have been like. I had beer with meal, it was kind of cool that they had almost all beer from Germany and of course finished with my sambuca. While the experience overall was nice, I expected a lot more from here. read more

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It takes us 45 minutes to get down here, what better an opportunity to go by limo than this? Plus, the corporate office sent people to wine/dine some regional consultant. We are the sent people. Let's start with the comfy, relaxing atmosphere. Not terribly pretentious, clearly not a choke-and-run. It's culturally based. Simpler times, rustic vibes. The service is excellent, too. Very attentive and helpful. Abbey made sure of that. As crowded as it was, she took very little time, kitchen to table. The food is all phenomenal. The Duck Risotto was moist (?) and delicious. The Venison Loin was very tender and full of flavour. For dessert the Rosette is a must. A vanilla fritter, ice cream, strawberry butter and rhubarb relish. Add to all this, music downstairs and a wine list bigger than sin, you've got a bonafide winner 01/26 read more

I've been wanting to visit Alpino for a while and I finally had the chance. On the outside the restaurant is unassuming, but inside it is cozy and intimate. I love how their menu, influenced by the Alpine countries, doesn't stop there and correlates perfectly with the interior design. The staff is knowledgeable about the menu and the theme/story behind the restaurant. I came with a group and while we ordered a number of dishes off the menu, we had no complaints. My favorites were the Raclette, Piedmontese Ragu, Bonet, and the side of Herbed Potatoes. Easily my favorite meal in Detroit so far. Alpino has great quality ingredients and food and great service. I strongly recommend booking a reservation for dinner tonight. read more

Alpino - Piedmontese Ragu - German Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

I was wowed by this restaurant. It has a private parking lot which is so convenient and rare downtown Detroit. They have a fenced in outdoor area with live music playing on Tuesdays. It has a European garden vibe and is just lovely. Everything was very fresh and most of our meal was light. The portions were a bit small but I felt that the pricing was fair for the quality. The server was able to provide quality recommendations and was very patient with us. The food came out quickly as well. I loved the salads- all complex and well balanced with different textures and flavors. The rabbit agnolotti was my favorite dish-it was creamy, cheesy, savory and delicious. I am not generally a huge wienerschnitzel fan so found that dish to be just ok. My group got one of everything for desserts and they were all really interesting. I think I liked the bonet the best- smooth chocolate with Carmel and hazelnut accents that provided a little crunch. The rosette seemed like a fancy elephant ear with the fruity additions and vanilla ice cream was a close 2nd! read more

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Came on Sunday @ 7 w/ no reservation and sat at the bar by myself. Ordered the raclette & the side gurkensalat w/ smoked trout roe on it as well as the Frülingszauber "spring magic" cocktail. I'm a huge cheese fan & I think the raclette is one of the top cheese dishes I've ever had. The cocktail also intrigued me w/ one of the ingredients being dill syrup. Genius. Insane. Amazing. Literally loved it! Would love to come back w/ friends or family and try the fondue or come for a first date and check out the patio. Honestly have been dying to come here for a longgg while. Decided to take myself on a date here today and it was lovely. Service was quick too. read more

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Amazing ambiance, amazing and delicious food, exceptional service - what more could you ask for on a night out in Detroit? Alpino's interior is open, warm and welcoming and feels like a cozy lodge. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. Connor, our bartender was helpful and knowledgeable about the menu and answered all of our questions about food and wine. The food was incredible, and exactly what we were looking for on a cold, wintry night. The Rosti was delicious and savory with some refreshing greens on top. The ricotta agnolotti was my favorite dish, reminding me a bit of a rich, pasta pot pie. My only regret is not having enough room to try more dishes! Will be back soon for more of the menu options! read more

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Alpino is like a modern craftsman design cabin, it feels cozy and like someone's home. My favorite part is their outdoor patio. They have tables and sofas that recline. It's very chill and a perfect spot for hanging with friends. We didn't appreciate that the cheese dish said GF yet it didn't have a GF alternative bread or crackers, instead they just serve you the plate without any bread. They really should have an alternative bread. My favorite was a vegan GF cheese dish with a delicious sweet jam in the middle. The service was attentive and accommodating when we found a discrepancy with our bill. read more

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We traveled in from out of town for a date night and went for dinner on a Saturday, reservations booked in advance. This place is quite popular so reservations are recommended! My husband and I have both been to Switzerland and immediately agreed we felt like we were transported back during our time there. The ambiance is perfectly constructed. From the moment we walked in, the service was warm, welcoming, attentive and carried through until we left. The wine selection was sufficient and allowed us to get a delicious bottle of Sauvignon blanc to share. After perusing the menu, we settled on the Raclette for an app, the Chicken Goulash and the Polenta Al Sugo. All dishes were absolutely dishes - well balanced, rich in flavor and satisfying in portions. If we come back to the area, we will definitely return with friends/family. read more

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We ordered Raclette - French racket, rosemary, focaccia, Becky and Honey! Not a great smelling cheese but with the prosciutto and cheese with drizzled, honey was delicious Ricotta agnolotti - has a chicken naokie vibe Pedmonese Ragu - red sauce pasta Parking was so so they have their own parking area depending on which way your coming from will depend on the entrance We were sat right away, we got one white wine - our waiter didn't seem to know much about which wine to try with our dinner Table was shaking but they did fix that right away. Very intimate setting great for date nights or to meet with your friends not good for large groups A dressy and low light vibe read more

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A wonderful place to spend Valentine's Day. Everything was so delicious and the ambiance was cozy. Lots of vegetarian options. A highly recommended date night. read more

Alpino - German Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Service and ambiance are great! The cocktails were delicious and so was the Bennie breakfast. The burger bread is to thick and a little sweet so it made it hard to eat. The fondue was ok but I feel like it could have more veggies it only comes with potato's pickles apples and olives and of course bread. read more

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Alpino has been on my list for a while, so I was happy that Nate and I finally got to stop in while on our annual Christmas trip. The menu is inspired by regional dishes of the Alps, which honestly didn't really mean anything to me as I'm not familiar with this type of food, but the menu included hearty cheese, meats and fish, veggies, and pasta dishes. We weren't in need of a full meal, so we grabbed seats at the bar and ordered some drinks, the raclette, and a dessert. The bartender was super friendly and helpful with recommendations. The drinks were nicely balanced and unique, and reasonably priced for the area (about $17). The raclette came out and it was incredible. I love a good melty cheese and this did not disappoint. They poured it out onto a slice of focaccia that had speck, honey, and a bit of rosemary - yum. The flavors worked well together and was a savory and sweet delight. LOVED this. For dessert, we tried the rosette, which had a bunch of interesting ingredients listed, including pumpkin butter, pumpkin seed brittle, and pumpkin seed oil. To be honest, I'm not a huge pumpkin fan, but this was so good. It wasn't overpoweringly pumpkin flavored, and the cherry relish really helped give the dish a bit of a sour note that really complemented the sweetness of the dessert. I loved the bites we had at Alpino and am so interested in trying more of their food. I will say that it is a bit smoky inside as they do have a wood burning fireplace. Looking forward to coming back in the future! read more

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This is a beautiful space and the staff is warm, engaging and happy to work with any food allergies. We had a delicious meal and were happy with everything except the music was a liiiiiiiitttle loud. read more

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We cancelled reservations elsewhere because I happened upon one word: raclette. I was intrigued by the menu so we took a chance. The inside is really cozy with clean lines and a neutral palate. They have a manageable wine list and everyone on the staff was attentive and friendly. We had the raclette (duh!), sausage and peppers, ragu, WIENERSCHNITZEL, and cucumber salad. All were delicious with really nothing to fault. For dessert we tried their panna cotta which I found to be a bit too stiff. I wish they had a budino. Overall, though, a definite win and we left satisfied. read more

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Alpino has been on our list of places to check out. I was surprised to see that parking was so easy. We got free street parking with no problem. I thought we would need reservations, but it wasn't very busy. Maybe because it was a Thursday night. The inside was nice. They have a real wood burning fireplace which is neat. It was decorated beautifully for Christmas. I was a bit concerned at first when perusing the menu because there didn't seem to be a lot of choices, and I was worried I wouldn't like anything. I had a hard time deciding between the wienerschnitzel and the chicken but settled in the wienerschnitzel. I love but I have a hard time with the ethics behind eating veal. The way they treat the calves is horrendous. I really need to try vegetarian for a bit, but I digress. I ended up getting it an it was seriously a delight. The veal was lightly breaded and sauteed. They had cooked morel mushrooms in this delicious sauce that had a bit of a sweet flavor to it.on top were raw, thinly sliced Portobello mushrooms. Wegot a side of spatzle to share as well, which was also delicious. read more

Alpino - Wienerschnitzel - German Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Loved the cozy ambiance, I felt like I was in a lodge in the Alps! Our server was very kind and attentive. The food was different from anything we've ever tried, out of our usual spicy and acidic favorites. I'd describe the food as elevated dishes your European grandma would make!! The flavors were rich and homey. We rated the meal as a 7.5/10. Would come back to try more of the cozy dishes! read more

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Had such a great dining experience at Alpino, Swiss Alps themed restaurant in the former Lady of the House. The menu was interesting and delicious with French and German inspired menu items like Raclette, Wienerschnitzel, Goulasch, and Spatzle. I'd highly recommend ordering 3-4 menu items and sharing with your table to sample their myriad of dishes. Some of the dishes served are on a rotating menu based on seasonal ingredients, especially their cocktail menu. We started with drinks. I had the Autumn Villa cocktail which was delicious and made with brown butter, apple brandy, St. George spiced pear, amaro, and demerara. My friend had the La Vie en Rose which he also said was tasty. They also have a wine and beer selection and offered GLÜHWEIN, the traditional German hot mulled wine. For food we started with the Raclette which was made tableside. The server slid the warm melty raclette cheese onto thick brioche bread topped with ham. It was very tasty. Next we had the WIENERSCHNITZEL, a breaded veal cutlet topped with a mushroom cream sauce. The Wienerschnitzel came out at the same time as the CHESTNUT GNOCCHETTI, which was similar to a gnocchi served with wild boar sausage, apple, kale, and sage. Everything was tasty. The Wienerschnitzel was our favorite. The prices are expensive. Raclette was $16 but wouldn't be a filling dish on its own, while the Wienerschnitzel was $31. We finished our meal with dessert and had the Bonet, a honey caramel, and hazelnut chocolate dessert. The meal was well paced in terms of the timing of when each dish was brought out. The atmosphere was cozy and charming and the architecture/decor had a European aesthetic. Service was very attentive. We came on a Thursday and were seated quickly. I enjoyed my experience here and would definitely recommend trying it out. read more

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We just had the most divine experience at Alpino. Everything from the food, the music, the service, the aura of this place is unmatched. Every person we encountered we wished were a third in our relationship. And we believe in monogamy! We ordered the Benedict and the hash, and the flavor profile that these dishes had were mind blowing. Highly recommend. We ended our meal with the Krapfen, which was a delicious, sweet ending to a top tier dining experience. To Liam, Abby, and the rest of the staff here.. thank you. We will be back. read more

Alpino - Rösti Benedict - German Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Amazing food and some of the best cocktails we had in Detroit. Service was fast and the decor was beautiful. read more

Alpino - Wiener schnitzel - German Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Service: impeccable. Tim was attentive and conversant. When he was with other customers, other wait staff checked on us. Truly remarkable. Food: beyond belief. The arctic char was one of the best dishes I have ever had. I have travelled to over 40 countries and been to multiple 1-3 star Michelin restaurants. This was as good as it gets. My wife enjoyed her Weiner schnitzel; which is their signature dish. I thought the char was better. (We started with fondue which was good; but keep in mind you can change the items. We don't eat olives, and it came with them, so they were wasted. You can opt-out and get more apples or potatoes - whatever. We don't usually have dessert. Got the Rosette. Wow. Not too sweet; well balanced. Very good. We were totally impressed and will return again and again. read more

Impeccable service, fantastic patio and delicious food. Came with a small party of 7. Shared the fondue as a table with plenty to go around. The teens at the table enjoyed the new experience. The rest of the table had: Weinerschnitzel with spatzle- loved the crispy veal and mustard. I could eat the spatzle and rahmsauce everyday! Chicken goulasch- what you'd expect Risi e bisi- a table favorite. Like a thin risotto with fresh peas. Piedmontese ragu- salty and savory. Told it's made with charcuterie scraps Rosti- another favorite. Well balanced and large enough to share. Venison loin- perfectly cooked. Loved the sauce. Did not care for the turnip tartiflette. Rotkraut- only one person ate this but seemed to enjoy it For desert we all shared a rosette and a bonet. Both were very well balanced and not overly sweet. The group agreed the rosette was the better of the two. Everyone was happy and full when we left and the group consensus was we would all return in the future. Even the teens who initially were a bit apprehensive about the menu. read more

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Incredible food! My best friend and I shared the cheese fondue as our starter and it was perfection. I loved having apples, sourdough bread, and mini potatoes for dipping. The Jaegerschnitzel was fantastic! Crispy and flavorful, and the mushroom sauce on top was divine. I love mushrooms and I was thrilled they were mixed in with the Spätzle too, along with yummy cheese. Yes please! The gurkensalat was refreshing. I loved my dessert. I had the Bonet and if you like chocolate, caramel, and hazelnut, you will enjoy this. I tried my friend's Rosette dessert and it was very fruity, crisp, and delicious. Tasty cocktails and mock tails. We also enjoyed decaf lattes with dessert. I loved the alpine themed decor to go along with the delicious food. Such a cozy and lovely vibe. Private parking lot. Reservations recommended. Excellent service. Jenny was fantastic! She even ran outside to hand me the leftovers I had forgotten. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Had a wonderful drink and fondue at Alpino. The bartender was fantastic - friendly and prompt! The seasonal mocktail was delicious and I loved the generous portions of different foods (apples, sourdough, gherkins, olives, potatoes) to dip into the cheese. read more

Alpino - Fondue - German Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Came here for our anniversary and it was absolutely amazing. The food was superb, our waitress was engaging and very knowledgeable. The whole feel of the restaurant was comfortable and intimate at the same time we will definitely come back again. read more

Alpino - German Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

I've been to Alpino twice and have thoroughly enjoyed it both times. The fondue is so fun and delicious! And the service is fantastic. Last time I went, we were a table of seven and it was no sweat for our server to quickly take our orders in to make sure all our food came out at the same time. The space is casual and comfy and inviting. I highly recommend Alpino. read more

Service was prompt and attentive! The ambiance was cozy. It's one large room, essentially. They have a giant hearth heating the whole room which makes it have a very cabin like feeling. The food was delicious! I can't wait to go back again. read more

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I love to rave about restraunts and most of my reviews are highly rated (unless it was really just bad), but I wish I could give this one 10 stars. One if the best meals ever. We sat at the bar and had a fabulous bar tender who was fun, helpful, and made the night spectacular. We literally went on vacation in Detroit just to go to this restaurant after seeing it in the New York Times. It did not disappoint. The cucumber salad was simply inspiring and i dont even like cucumbers. I've tried recreating it several times. I'd eat that salad every day. Alas, another trip to Detroit must be in order. Everything was epic. The sliding cheese on top of salty prosciutto is as good as it looks. The spatzel with the morel sauce--like how can something so uncomplicated be so damn good! It was a slow night, maybe a Tuesday, so we talked to severel different staff, got their opinions on other places to try, and they were all just so much fun and they know what hospitality means. read more

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YUM. I sat at the bar and had the potato pancake. I asked for hot sauce on the side but didn't even need it bc that's how good it was!! Great ambiance and was told to come back for brunch on Sunday. read more

Another Detroit surprise.... For those of you not in the know Detroit is a foodie town. This place supports that. They are a fondue spot but so much more. Perfect spot for a 1st date or just a night out with your honey of 25 years. I would catargotize it as Central European food with French flare. Think schnitzel, rosti (Swiss hash browns), polenta and many hearty dishes. We had the Crema di Lardo. This dish is common throughout Europe its called sala in Poland, slanina in Romania, technically not identical to Lardo but the same. Amazing loved it. The oooye goose greasy scenery of Lardo on bread . My mouth is watering now. We also did the Raclette. The best ham and cheese sandwich you've ever had. Another European staple. Then we chased those two down with a Grukensalad light, zingy, refreshing, pallet cleansing and good for you too.... My buddy had the Piedmontese Ragu. Can't tell you much because he stopped talking and cleaned his plate. I did the Wienerschnitzel. It is what it is and when cooked well it is great. We also put down a couple of bottle of wine. Great evening out for two dudes on a business trup to Detroit that had no expectations. We will get back here when in Cork Town. read more

My wife and I spent a wonderful dinner at Alpino. It was our 33rd Anniversary AND Valentine's Day so the place was packed. We had a 6pm reservation. The food was fantastic, our server Laney was always available and attentive, the owner was present and gracious. We shared our plates and portion sizes were perfect. The Rosti with Smoked Salmon and the Pork Ragu were delicous. The wine list is concept-focused and well thought out with good selections from Northern Italy, Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Beautiful space, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for a dinner in Detroit read more

Great place for first date. The service there was a great experience. I highly recommend this place to way

Had the chance to eat at Alpino last week. It was sensational. The food was amazing with lots to choose from. The staff was very attentive and responses. The dinning room was lovely and no one felt crowded into the space. We will certainly return to Alpino for more great experiences. read more

The former Lady of the House location, but Alpino has completely transformed it, made it its own and I am absolutely here for it. Do I miss the Ryan Gosling Face bench in the all-pink bathroom? Maybe a little BUT in all seriousness, Alpino is one to try! We came for Sunday brunch because who doesn't love a cozy brunch?! There was no wait, but we made a rezzie on their website anyways. We had the: * RÖSTI BENEDICT (SWISS POTATO PANCAKE + SMOKED SALMON + POACHED EGG + HORSERADISH BÉARNAISE) - a MUST get. This thing was wildly delicious and recommended by our server. My only gripe is that there was only 1 egg! Given the size of the potato pancake, I wanted two but maybe I'm just being greedy, ha. But the potato pancake was perfectly crispy and just a glorious vessel - move over English Muffins!! * LA HAMRICK (SALUMI COTTO + TRUFFLE HAM + ARUGULA + PICKLED SHALLOT + DIJONNAISE + FOCACCIA) - tasty AF focaccia sandwich - pretty classic Italian to me but just really nicely made & seasoned! *CHICORY SALAD (BITTER GREEN + GOLDEN APPLE + COMTÉ, PECAN, JUNIPER MAPLE VINAIGRETTE) - So so lovey. Love me a good salad and this one was fantastic! *VOL AU VENT (PASTRY DOUGH + SCALLOPED POTATOES + CARAMELIZED ONION +SPECK + EMMENTALER & GRUYÈRE + DIJONNAISE + ARUGULA SALAD) - I took this one home to try because I was pretty full It was AMAZING and so buttery and flaky. I mean who doesn't love carb wrapped in carb! *COLAZIONE PLATE (FRESHLY BAKED SEASONAL COOKIES + BISCUITS) - we had some biscotti, a beautiful apple coffee cake and these three almond/pecan cookies that I could NOT get enough of. *STONE PINE LATTE (COFFEE HAUS ESPRESSO BLEND + HOUSE PINE SYRUP + MILK) - really subtle & delicious! I loved the meal above so, so much that I've already made reservations to try their dinner offerings and bringing some friends with me! FYIs: *I don't have any food allergies or restrictions but I appreciate when a restaurant has clear food indicators so as the planner/a host, I know what places can easily accommodate: V | VEGETARIAN VA | VEGETARIAN AVAILABLE VE | VEGAN VEA | VEGAN AVAILABLE GF | GLUTEN FREE GFA | GLUTEN FREE AVAILABLE *Parking is a dedicated free lot right outside the restaurant - which makes it easy! *They have an awesome Stein program - buy a stein and get a free pour & get a discount when you bring your Stein back! *If you're a Corktown resident, they have a resident discount! read more

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