Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful! The atmosphere at Highlands is impeccable. It is upscale yet approachable, modern, and joyful without being loud. The service is outstanding. All staff were acutely attentive - never letting water glasses get empty, clearing dishes as soon as the last bite was taken, and appearing as soon as we had a want. What amazed me most about the service is that while staff were clearly watching our table attentively, they managed to find a way to do so that was not intrusive and incredibly graceful. Our server Chad did a wonderful job reading how much engagement we were looking for. He did an incredible balancing act providing us helpful guidance that empowered us to make informed decisions. One female manager we briefly interacted with was incredibly pleasant and cared about our experience. We had a slight miscommunication in steak temperatures that was resolved immediately, and we were very well taken of. On top of the impeccable service, the food was out of this world. There is a beautiful variety in the menu that provides options balanced in flavor and excitement. Everything we ate was so delicious, and I will recommend Highlands to anyone who will listen. Highly recommend the foie gras crème brûlée. Holy moly! We can't wait to return next time we're in town. read more

See all

I visit the High Bar every time I visit Detroit. Funny enough, I'm afraid of heights (so I hate the elevator ride up), but the mild panic is worth it. The views are stunning and the ambiance is upscale, but the bartenders are pretty chill. I order a cocktail and the pickle plate each time. My friends both had burgers last time we were there and said they were delicious. 10/10 recommend. read more

Highlands - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

The male bartender with the long hair, mustache, and bifocal glasses ruined my experience. Didn't make eye contact with me once and had horrible treatment towards our group as a whole. I am disappointed as I had higher hopes for this place. He should be fired in my opinion. read more

What can I say you need to come here just for the view! Breathtaking with the sun going down and the whole city and the river just in front of you. Was here for a friends birthday celebration. We had a pre set menu, and also ordered couple other things of the menu to try. Well the food was flavorful and beautifully presented, but if you are here with your other half and he likes to eat make sure he eats before coming here. Service was superb but slow not our waiter fault he was great and very attentive. I would come just for drinks and a view! read more

See all

The view and ambience where remarkable. The service great. The food didn't meet my expectations, very underwhelming. For the prize, I'd rather dine elsewhere. read more

As we readied to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary my bride and I struggled to find a fitting restaurant in Metro Detroit. Sure there's many fine restaurants but so many skew toward steakhouse with rather bland menus and big prices. I love a good steak but she's mostly vegetarian now. We both wanted something new and different. My first idea was Highlands at the RenCen. In 20+ years in Detroit we'd never been to the restaurant at the top of the RenCen - through many concept and ownership changes. So, after perusing many other online menus that's where we came back to. My wife spoke with Paige the night before to coordinate, and we're glad she did. When we met her at the hostess station Paige said "oh, we've been waiting for you and we are going to take care of you!" After the elevator ride up, she handed us off to the second hostess. The bar and waiting areas looked nice but we were on our way. After a very short wait they gave us their best windowside table. It had a great view of Canada, the river and 'South' Detroit (thanks Steve Perry). A bit sunny too, at the time, but it was well worth it. Our table had a card stating Happy 25th Anniversary and our server, Allie, brought complimentary Brut champagne which was quite good. We combed the wine list - the sommelier constructed a big, varied list and the largest listing of scotch I've seen, befitting a place named Highlands - and my wife struggled to find a red that she liked. Allie brought several samples. She settled, instead, on Prosseco while I had an excellent German Riesling. We knew most of the prix fixe menu already from menu shopping. They had swapped the rabbit for squab so that took out one of my possible choices, but all was well. I briefly entertained the idea of trying their blue cheese infused, aged ribeye steak - which was new on the Reserve menu - but passed in favor of trying the new things on their prix fixe. Allie brought warm, salted bread and butter which was different and yummy. We tried to hold off but still ended up eating most of it. For the the prix fixe, of course we picked different options and shared bites throughout. I opened with the Tuna Crudo which was basically three pieces of tuna sushi on top of a warm, crisp, fried rice rectangles. Very tasty. Her Squash and Coconut soup with pine nuts. I'd read it was surprisingly delicious, and it did not disappoint. We waited for the second course while enjoying the view, the beverages and conversation. Her second course was a large black truffle and mushroom Crescenza Ravioli. Very good, though I only had a small bite and would have welcomed more. I had the braised Pork Belly which came with Brussel sprouts, half a runny egg, and a bacon vinaigrette that was very mustard like. I usually don't care for Brussel sprouts but these were well prepared and mixed well with the dish. All very good, again. Then we waited for the entrees. Waits between courses ran a little long, especially on a Wed night with a less than full house. But we were in no rush and enjoying the slow setting of the sun. The entrees arrived and looked lovely. I had the aged Rohan Duck which came with sunchokes, more fried rice crisps (like the Tuna Crudo, smart reuse) and some other vegetables. Her Wagyu Skirt Steak had artichokes, carrots, muahmarra, and salsa verde. She also ordered 3 extra prawns. Both dishes were very tasty but they were also a touch on the cool side. We would have like them to be just a little warmer. A tiny shortcoming in an otherwise lovely dinner. The waitstaff was wonderful and attentive throughout the night, and the manager flattered us for our youthful appearance. (Smart man). We ordered the Chocolate and Hazelnut cake for dessert and some macarons to take home to our oldest/babysitter for the night. We ordered 2 macarons but they gifted us 2 more. So we had 4 flavors in all (lemon poppyseed, chocolate mocha, blueberry lemon, and pistachio strawberry iirc). Daughter inhaled the lemon poppyseed one later that evening with a hearty thumbs up. Allie forgot to put the drinks on our tab and when we highlighted it she was grateful and then only charged us for one. The bill was still big, but we tipped heavily too. Everyone was wonderful throughout, and made our night memorable. Even though the portions appear small sometimes, they combine for a good meal. We left full and with much of her entree boxed for later. They stop seating guests at 8:15. We wanted to provide Paige a tip - we owe you one - but the entry hostess station was gone for the night. We left and toured GM World, looking at the cars old and new, perhaps a little long. Highlands offers 3 hour parking validation. We overstayed by 6 minutes and paid to get out of Beubain parking ($16-10 =$6). No big deal, but reflective of the fact that we spent nearly 3 hours at Highlands. Among the top 5 dinners I've had, everything came together beautifully. We promise to come back another time. 4.8 score rounds to 5. read more

See all

I came to The Highlands for a going away dinner with my significant other before we move to California. I ordered the Australian Wagyu steak ($180) and this is how it was plated. Absolutely unacceptable from one of the most high end restaurants in downtown Detroit. Very underwhelmed with our $600 experience. read more

Highlands - 18oz Australian Wagyu strip - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

My fiancé took me here for my birthday and we had a very nice experience. First a foremost, I will be back for the view alone. It is stunning even though we went on a gloomy raining evening. There are other restaurants near downtown that will offer a better meal (in my opinion), but the environment was great. You have two menu options. One is a 3-4 course menu and the other is an À la cart steak menu. They do not offer any other À la cart options, so be prepared! They prefer that you order everything at once so they can time your meal properly. Although our server seemed rushed and not super genuine, the service was still great and made sure to wipe off our table after each course. I would love to come back here just for the cocktails and the view! read more

See all

As I prepared to celebrate my 45th birthday, I initially was looking for a cost efficient location to host a group of family and friends. As the date neared and I found myself unsure of the current conditions for a large gathering, I opted to treat myself to a dinner to celebrate me. I've wanted to go to Highlands since it opened and decided now was the time. I arrived at the reservation desk and was ushered up to the 71st floor. The view going up in the elevator pales in comparison to those from the restaurant itself. That alone elevated the experience (pun intended). I was seated at my table and promptly offered distilled or sparkling water. I opted for sparkling. A moment later, a gentleman provided me with menus and let me know my server would be over in a moment. My server was Allie. She was very personable with a bubbly personality. I let her know that I was celebrating my birthday. In going over the menu, I opted to order two courses as I would not be able to carry leftovers to my next location. She recommended the 10 oz. Zabuton from their reserve steak menu. It was accompanied with whipped potato puree, red wine braised onions, charred leeks, and asparagus. It included choice of one first course, I selected Gem Lettuces. I enjoyed a glass of 8 Years in the Desert by Orin Swift and the magnificent view. The food was delectable! I had Creme Brulee for dessert. It came with a candle for me to make a birthday wish. Highlands truly made my birthday special. I'm looking forward to returning again. read more

See all

This is a wonderful place to go when you have something to celebrate! The atmosphere is fancy but not stuffy, and the views just make the experience feel extremely special. I've only been here once and think I will always remember it. The food is, first of all, at a very fair price point. The 3 course, $80 menu is a steal, in my opinion. Not all of the options were mind-blowing (and the plating was not impressive at all), but there were a few stand outs! My boyfriend and I often judge restaurants based on whether or not we can remember dishes from them months later, which I definitely will for this restaurant. The squash soup was delicious...normally, you can taste squash and coconut in those types of soups, and that's it, but this also has some citrus and other yummy notes. The cherries on the creme brûlée made that dessert a top tier bite, too. read more

See all

In town for a conference and wasn't feeling a full blown meal. This place was perfect for a night cap and appetizer, with a little dark/moody vibe tempered by the amazing view. I had the high bar, which was really well balanced. Aperol cocktails worry me sometimes because i've had some bad ones with it, but this was great. The beef tartare was more than enough for an appetizer for 1; i'd recommend it for a duo outing! read more

Came here for an group event dinner. First off, the views are spectacular and Worth coming for. Beyond that, I enjoyed the meal. We started with a few passed apps including risotto balls that were addictive and deviled eggs that were well prepared and not watery at all. For dinner we had a beet and goat cheese salad. I'm neither a very nor goat cheese fan and yet found myself eating the whole thing and savoring each bite which mixed the flavors. The short rib was fine. Nothing spectacular but not bad by any meals. Serviceable would be the right description. But dessert was delish: a cherry cheesecake with graham cracker crust. Everyone around the table had more than our fair share of it. Service was very professional and accommodating. read more

See all

Only sat at the bar for drinks! Our bartender was fab! drinks were great! Views were even better! Very welcoming by staff here (even though we didn't dress up) Will definitely be back! read more

10/10! There's nothing missing from this restaurant! You'll receive the best service, high quality food, and of course beautiful views! We've been here a handful of times, and we've never been let down. You can tell that they take food, experience, and YOU seriously! read more

See all

Listen!!!!!!!!!!! This is one of those places you can crave coming back to! Honestly I would come here for drinks and the vibe but you get so much here, you aren't limited to that! Ambiance: Let's start with the views. Immaculate! You are 70+ stories with amazing views of Detroit and Windsor. It's absolutely gorgeous. Great decor. Customer service: Fabulous. Great energy. Helpful. Drinks: I didn't meet the bartenders but I too my hat to them. Delicious. My barometer for a good drink is how easy can it go down while getting the job done. This were amazing!!!! I wish I could remember the names. Food: portions are in the smaller side so be mindful. However, great quality! Great flavor! My friend ordered the wagyu beef tartare and he said it was the BEST he has ever had! Everything else was solid. Highlights... drinks and ambiance. Consistent winners I would rave about time and time again. Make your time to visit!!!! read more

Highlands - Wagyu beef tartare - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

O.M.G. What an amazing dining experience all around!! We were here to celebrate a birthday, and we enjoyed the sunset while we were there. What a delight: I have no complaints. AT ALL. I'll start with the service first because it was so fantastic!! Nicki (Nicole? Not sure which name was correct) was a great waitress; and Kevin, the sommelier, was so outstanding. Our water glasses never went dry, and all of the people who helped them out in serving us were equally outstanding. As for the food, which I am sure is why you are here, we did the following: 3 course menu with the wine pairings as well as a starter and dessert. What did we have and love? Wagyu Beef Carpaccio Grilled Artichokes (SO amazing) Heirloom Tomato Salad with Nectarines (I especially loved this with its wine pairing) Rohan Duck Filet and NY Strip Macarons-the lemon was my favorite Panna Cotta My filet was slightly overcooked initially, but I was able to send it back and get one that was cooked to medium-rare perfection very quickly. If you are a wine drinker, I highly recommend the wine pairings with your meal. You will NOT be disappointed!! The individual pairings were so much better than just getting a bottle of wine because not every wine goes with all the courses--and, this gives an opportunity to try wines that are likely not to be on your normal wine selection. Thanks, Highlands staff, for making this a great evening!! I can't wait to come back here someday! read more

Most amazing food and menu. Service provided by Byron - best waiter ever ! Please request him. We had the vintage Australian 18 ounce steak with accompanying menu of gem lettuce, whipped potatoes , shallots, and red wine sauce reduction as well as Lamb chops, roasted baby radish salad, goat cheese agnolotti, wagyu short rib and chilled asparagus soup. Best experience I've had out and such a wonderful atmosphere high above the city . Do yourself a favor and go! read more

Highlands - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Great food with the best views of Detroit! I was so excited to dine here and I was not disappointed. Everyone there was so kind and helpful. The food is a 3 course prix fixe menu - I chose the Wagyu Beef Tartare, Head On Prawn, and Wagyu Bavette. Everything had sooo much flavor. I finished dinner off with a crème brûlée. I was very full and happy at the end! I highly recommend this spot if you're looking to celebrate a special event or day! read more

See all

Overall, it's a very nice place. Ambiance and view are superb. It was my bday, so I wanted to invite 5 couples and was told that I have to prepay $1200, which I wasn't going to do. Hence, I could only have 6ppl for my bday. The tables for 2 are right by the window and have a much better view than those for 6. The menu selection should have pictures,it would be very helpful. Service was good. For the pre-set menu, the dessert was not included. Hence, dessert was extra. Overall, the chef's menu was tasty. We had a good experience. Definitely will recommend celebrating an anniversary or special occasion for 6ppl or less. read more

See all

I must admit...hearing about a place like this can offer a very overrated vibe: a high star, high class restaurant that sits at the highest peak of Detroit! To enough people, especially locals, the description is enough to gag. BUT, as a person who has been twice, I am extremely pleased with the entire experience, from the food, the customer service, the well curated and month-rotating course menu, and the view. Now, I'm not saying to just go to Highlands so that you can see Windsor and Detroit in a way that would require a helicopter tour for the same price sans delicious food. What I am saying is when you go to Highlands, you will receive an unforgettable experience on all fronts! Absolutely a special occasion spot. I would hate to go here so often that every place I try outside of it is "mid." read more

I loveeeeee Highlands. The service, the views... 10/10. I can't wait to have more time to go back and really chill.

Hands down my favorite restaurant in Detroit. EVERYTHING I ate was delicious. The drinks were on point. Definitely a dope date night vibe. It's on the 74th floor of the GM building downtown overlooking the Detroit river. A must go!!!! read more

Highlands - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

See all

My favorite restaurant in Detroit!! When you find the correct elevators (not too complicated but ask someone) and go up 71 floors you enter into a very sleek, classy and elegant restaurant. The bar is beautiful and all seating has views of the city, Canada and the river. It's gorgeous! The service is great. They are attentive and very helpful with explaining the menu and favorites of other guests. Now the food was the most amazing part. We picked the 3 course meal. We picked tuna crudo and the beet salad to start. The tuna was on crunchy rice and had so much flavor and the fish tasted great. The beet salad was light and fresh. Next we had the octopus and duck. The duck was tender and very flavorful with mushrooms. The octopus was tender and in a sweet sauce with potatoes and mushrooms. For the last course we had scallops and lamb chops. The scallops were perfectly cooked and lamb chops were incredible. They tasted perfect with no gamey flavor. Sadly I got too excited and did not get a picture of the last meal. For drinks we had their mocktails ginger rose and cosmonaut. Both were refreshing and light! And they gave a cute congrats card with chocolates at the end since we were celebrating! You must try this place for a nice night out! read more

See all

I haven't been to the restaurant - just the bar, but it was lovely. It's semi-tucked away but you just follow the signs once you're in the Ren Cen. You have to go to the 3rd floor to take the elevator to the 71st floor and when the doors open you're there. Honestly, it's worth going to just for the elevator ride - it's all glass with a full view of Windsor. It was really pretty at night, though kiiinda unnerving if you're not into heights. We went the night before Thanksgiving and there were only a few other people there which was a little surprising. There was a fairly small bar but a pretty giant lounge area with different couch and table nooks plus more open areas for bigger groups, all with beautiful views. Drinks were quiiite expensive so we only got 1, but they were good and it kinda just felt like the price of admission to sit in a cool place amd enjoy the atmosphere. read more

Take a romantic elevator ride up and have a breathtaking view of Detroit and Canada. Once the door opens you will find a crown jewel hidden away up top of Detroit's Renaissance Center. It really feels like you're on top of the world from this view. The staff is amazing and the food is outstanding. I absolutely enjoyed my cocktail, it was called the, " Tahitian Treat". Try it!!!! It's the perfect spot for a little romance. read more

Highlands - Tahitian Treat Cocktail - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

See all

I decided to treat myself before seeing Ali Wong at Fox Theatre. Getting to the elevator was like going through a maze. I followed arrows and signs to a hostess who had me wait for an elevator. The restaurant is on the 71st floor of the GM building. The beginning of the elevator ride is just concrete until you finally go up several floors with a view of the river and Windsor across the way. The bar is seen as soon as you get off the elevator and where you can sit and order if you do not have a reservation. At the bar I have a view of the Ambassador Bridge on one side and Belle Isle on the other side. I had perused the menu beforehand so I opted for the 3 course meal. I chose the roasted baby beets, wagyu short ribs and sea scallops. Portion wise it was perfect for one person and each course came out in a timely manner. The beets had a bite to them, the Wagyu cut like butter and the sea scallops were seared to perfection. Would highly recommend this place for the view, atmosphere and quality of food. read more

See all

The ambiance here is beautiful, and the service is excellent. But the most important thing is the taste--the steak and black tiger shrimp are absolutely delicious. I will definitely come back here for my next date. Thank you for giving me such a wonderful experience. read more

See all

So dissappointed. I went to this restaurant in December 2024 for a close friends birthday/ going away party.it apparently my expectations were set to high. The view and ambience were remarkable. The waiter was nicely dressed with impressive diction. But it fastly went downhill from there. We weren't allowed to order off the regular menu and per our rude waiter no substitutions allowed. The shrimp salad was amazing. The onion soup was average. The beef Wellington was COLD. The waiter did ask what we thought would make things better. But after our suggestion he was sure to basically tell us who cares what you think, I'm asking because I have to and please hurry up and leave. It was embarrassing. I called and spoke with the manager Krista a few days later. She wasn't very apologetic, agreed to send compensation. It been 7 weeks and she is not answering my calls nor returning them. So if you're going here tread lightly and don't expect to much. read more

Amazinggggg! I was skeptical for some reason before going but it was fantastic- service was awesome, views were expansive, interior is really exquisite, and food is incredible. Only downside was that it was confusing to find within the RenCen and the bill at the end was a doozy but WORTH IT for a special occasion. Favorite dishes of the night: artichoke dish and the LAMBCHOPS!!! read more

Highlands - Look at that sunset light! - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

See all

Came here for my birthday dinner. This restaurant can be a little difficult to find. We parked at the parking garage close by and walked over. We had to take two separate elevators to get to the restaurant. Just ask the security guard for help if you get lost and make sure to leave a little early. We had to wait in the lounge area for a few minutes until our table was ready. We were seated right next to the window and had a great view from the 71st floor. We started off with some cocktails which were great! We had the oysters first which came with this interesting tabasco foam and horseradish shaved ice which was very cool. Next we both opted for the three course menu. I had the beef tartare, grilled pork belly, and the sea scallops. The beef tartare was my favorite dish of the night and the pork belly was so tender. My girlfriend had the tuna crudo, rohan duck, and wagyu bavette and loved all of her dishes. The portion sizes were also large so we were very full at the end of the meal and also had leftovers to bring home. I really enjoyed dinner here and highly recommend this restaurant! read more

See all

Sometimes, the best things happen when you least expect it. I have been wanting to try the Highlands for quite some time. I even made reservations for Valentine's weekend and by the stroke of luck, my wish came true. I had something to pick up in the city and my friend suggested that we meet up for a quick drink to celebrate my birthday. I was most certainly not anticipating the Highlands, as I was not dressed for such an adventure, but how could I possibly turn down this opportunity. The Highlands has been a much anticipated experience for me. Located in the GM Building, the Highlands encompasses 3 main spaces for dining and drinks. High Bar is simply the main bar, Hearth 71 is a more casual experience, and the Highlands is a classy steakhouse with stunning views of the city. Walking in, I thought it was industry night. The bar area was busy with local bartenders who were celebrating restaurant reopening in Michigan. I was shocked that we were able to get a table on such short notice. Currently, they offer a prefixed menu starting at $75. For our main entrees, I ordered the Sea Scallops with mushroom braised oxtail and he ordered the 16oz, 60 month Vintage Ribeye. Of course, I had to steal some of his steak when he wasn't looking. He kept bragging about the dipping sauce that accompanied the steak. I love steak, too, and sauce is where it's at in my opinion. Everything was cooked perfectly and I enjoyed every bite. Of course we had to share a dessert and the crème brulee was delish. Let's not forget about the cocktails....OMG! You'll have to stop in and see for yourself; I can't give all the secrets away. Overall, I think the Highlands is a great addition to the restaurant scene in Detroit. I am looking forward to coming back and checking out Hearth 71. read more

See all

Everything about this place is high class, the servers were genuinely so kind and hard working made us feel comfortable. The views are incredible, really highlights the beauty of Detroit. FOOD. OUT OF THIS WORLD!! So delicious and well worth the price. Three courses is the perfect opportunity to try different things, the menu has so much variety and specialty foods. Shout out to Jennifer & Khan, great servers! read more

See all

What an amazing time. A 3 course meal that'll have your taste buds thanking you. Everything was delicious and paired so well. Even the oysters were the best I've ever tasted! The experience was such a joy to have and the view was a perfect touch. I forgot we were even in Michigan the entire dinner. The only thing we didn't like was the Blueberry cheese cake. The flavor of the crust was not very good. But everything thing else was very satisfying to our palates. Sidenotes: - I highly suggest making reservations in advance - The restaurant provides complimentary Parking voucher for 3 hours whether you valet or park in the parking garage - You will need to take 2 different elevators in order to reach this restaurant (Ask for directions when you get inside the building. The restaurant is not easy to find) - There's a restaurant host by the 2nd set of elevators. Get prepared for a grand view as you go up to the 71st floor. Be sure to pop your ears before you get off the elevator read more

See all

This is a cool spot at the top of the Ren Cen with an amazing view. It's a high-end bar and restaurant, and isn't inexpensive. You get what you pay for. The service was excellent and efficient. There is a huge spirits and drinks menu, small plates, and full meals. Prices for three course meals are about $85 mostly. There are some much more expensive options too. To access take the escalators to level 3 and the 71st floor express elevator is there and clearly marked. Check it out. Especially if you want to impress someone from out of town. read more

Visited this upscale restaurant on a recent Detroit trip. Actually, it wasn't even in the plans. A coworker and I wanted to check out the interior of the GM Renaissance Center but a security guard (actually a police officer) wouldn't let us in without an actual destination. So, Highlands became the destination. And it was a good choice! An elevator takes you straight up to the 72nd floor with a view along the way. Usually you need reservations, but there were plenty of seats available in the bar area. We sat by a window and ordered drinks and some small bites. It was all quite pricey, but none of it was bad. You're definitely paying for the view, location, and experience more than anything. Staff was all friendly and helpful. I have absolutely no complaints in that regard either. I recommend anyone to save up for a visit, even if just for the view - it's quite beautiful. read more

See all

We arrived around 5:00 and were quickly seated at our table. We enjoyed that all the staff greeted us on our way to the table. My husband and I were posed at the window with the camera held up to take a picture and the hostess rudely told us we had to leave since they were going to seat that table (they couldn't have waited a second for us to take the picture?). The couple that was with them graciously told us to take out picture before they sat down. So we started out a little bit rocky. Our server explained the options, he was a bit hard to understand as he talked very fast and with a heavy accent. The first course came out with the bread. My moms dish was incorrect, so they brought a new one. The bread was very good! I got the Bartlett pears and it was a unique dish but had good flavor. Others got the tuna, beets and beef tar tar. It seemed the crowd favorite was the tuna, which also had a fantastic presentation. The second course came out and most of us had the mushroom ravioli. I thought it was ok. I don't love mushrooms but it was the only vegetarian option. There were no vegetarian options for the third course so I asked if they had one that was not in the menu. I was told it was an eggplant dish with sweet potatoes, it sounded good. The dish came and I didn't see any eggplant or sweet potatoes (maybe just the few drops of purée?). There were a couple pieces of broccolini and a couple of small pieces of squash with the hard skin still on and not edible. It was not good. I hate sending food back but for $85 for vegetables they can do better. So my dad sent it back and the manager came and asked if there was something else they could bring me. I asked if there were any other vegetarian options and she said no. I asked for the gnocchi dish. It came out (minutes the chicken) and it was fantastic! It was gnocchi with tomatoes and basil and was much better than the first dish. I'm not sure why they don't offer that as the vegetarian option or even something with pasta or mashed potatoes since they already have those ingredients in other dishes. My mom got the New York strip and it was pretty fatty and didn't get eaten. The other three got the scallops and they all loved them. Overall I was not wowed like I had expected for the price point. The others who eat meat/fish were more satisfied. I am glad we did it but I wouldn't do it again. read more

Highlands - Ginger rose - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

See all

My fiancé and I have been coming here for almost all of our special occasions and it's a hit every time! I recommend this place for anyone asking me for a perfect date night place. From the breathtaking view on the elevator up to the actual dine-in experience. The restaurant is always buzzing with energy but I love that they still give you the fine dining service/ experience! The food is impeccable and full of flavor. We usually do the three course meal which gives us new options to try whenever we're there. Celebrated our anniversary here recently and we were provided with champagne and a little dessert which made our night even more special. Thank you for your excellence Highlands! read more

Good food, excellent views but a bit superficial for me! Got on the 71st after an interesting glass elevator ride to find out that I could not be seated at a table. So I stayed at the bar, with full menu, but a lot of traffic. Poor bartender was there his first day, although I did not mind him not being as quick as I would have expected. Loved the starters, the Hierloom tomatoes at only $12, what a hit! Beef fat marinated tomatoes, cous cous, feta, almond, olive, an almost perfected combo, well plated! For my main, I chose the Wagyu Bavette, an intriguing name, which at $55 was a good choice - sweet, grilled peaches and shishito peppers! ONG, what a great experience! read more

Highlands - Hairloom tomatoes - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Great date night or special occasion place. We came after we eloped and the staff was amazing. Hands down best service I have ever had anywhere. The food is amazing, we did pre fix but the reserve menu is very tempting. Everything seems to be really thought out in terms of pairings and drinks. I am scared of heights so the trip up was a little longer then I realized but my husband loved it. Returning this weekend! Can't wait. Attire is requested business casual, ambiance is very elevated! Even bathrooms were nice and clean. read more

Thanksgiving Eve at the Highlands. We just made it up to the 71st floor and managed to catch sunset. Andy was our server this evening. She did a fantastic job! My daughter and I each had the 3 course dinner. Food was delicious! Aside from being sat near screaming children we loved dining here and the views were worth coming. read more

See all