We enjoyed 5 dishes and each was unique and delicious. Service was exceptional!!! the drinks are…read moreincredibly creative and delicious. I always have an excellent meal every time I come here one of my favorite restaurants. The only negative thing about the restaurant are the seats, I find them very uncomfortable. I will definitely return!! I love Takoi!!!

If you didn't know what the door looked like you would pass right by it! Takoi is conveniently…read morelocated in Corktown, and it was fairly easy to find parking on a Saturday night. Their sign is easy to see as you drive by, but my friend did give me a heads up that their door was not obvious. You need to walk through a fence and then open a non deacript door. The artwork outside is awesome! When we walked in we received a friendly greeting and were quickly shown to our seats. We had made a reservation ahead of time and there was no delay to seat us upon our arrival. Our server was friendly and took our drink orders right away. I appreciated that they had multiple non alcoholic drinks and at a fair price. I started with the Thai Iced tea which was delicious, but I would have loved a glass 2x the size! We ordered multiple dishes to share amongst us. I did ask the server how many dishes they recommended that we order as I wasn't sure of the size. The items are brought out as they are made, so we had food being dropped off to is at random intervals. The only slight issue we experienced was when someone else tried to bring a plate of squid to our table. We let them know that we had not ordered it. They then went and talked to our server, who brought the squid back to our table. We also let them know that we had not ordered that dish. Our server did bring back our order slip and looked it over, and I believe at that point they realized that we really had not ordered that dish and just weren't rejecting it. I am not sure if it had been written wrong, communicated to the kitchen wrong, or what but we did have to state multiple times that we had not ordered it. The rest of our dishes arrived correctly. The crispy chive cakes were great, and the sticky spare ribs were AMAZING. The caramel glaze on the outside of the ribs was so good, and they were tender as well. The outside was super crispy. I would absolutely ordered these again. I would say that both of those dishes were only for 2 people. The sticky rice and jasmine rice were as to be expected, and I personally felt that the papaya salad was not as good as others I have had. The chilli noodles had an amazing broth and I would also recommend. Overall, I did enjoy our dinner but I am not sure that I would go out of my way to return. I am rounding up to 4 stars based on the sticly ribs alone, otherwise a 3.5 would be more fair. I have been hearing about Takoi for years, so maybe my epxections were too high but I was expecting a bit more.

I hosted my 50th birthday celebration at Experience Zuzu, and Moe, the manager, along with the…read moreentire exceptional staff, made the evening absolutely unforgettable. My guests could not stop raving about the delicious food, outstanding cocktails, attentive service, and incredible atmosphere. Experience Zuzu is truly a staple in the City of Detroit. Whether you're planning a birthday party, girls' night out, romantic date night, or any special celebration, this beautiful restaurant provides the perfect setting. Every detail feels upscale, elegant, and unforgettable, and the stunning atmosphere will make your photos look absolutely amazing! Thank you, Moe, and the entire Experience Zuzu team for making my milestone birthday so special. I highly recommend Experience Zuzu! Marli B

Everything!!!! From taking my request to accommodate my wife's broken leg to the great service and…read morethe delicious food we really enjoyed our dinner celebrating our anniversary! The restaurant was shabby chic!!! We had Q and Truman as great servers and they did not disappoint! Not one item we ordered was a disappointment. All the food was on point! Thanks guys for a great experience!

What a wonderful experience! We had a large party and everything ran smoothly! The owner came out…read moreand greeted the group and took a picture. The short rib grilled cheese was phenomenal! The greens were great and the drinks were delightful! The DJ shifted the atmosphere and the entire experience definitely warrants a return visit.

So I thought this was a sushi place because I saw a picture online of a sushi plate and I am here…read moreto tell you it is NOT a sushi place, when you first walk in they have a photo op that is really beautiful. We had reservations and when we walked in it was quite empty but it is a very inviting environment, the music was soft and smooth and the people were nice. The menu is small but it does have some interesting menu items. It was very quiet inside, kind of awkwardly quiet and we sat next to people but the tables are quite close together, we could literally hear everything they were saying and they could hear us and we were talking in whispers. For a cocktail, I ordered the Enamorah Old Fashioned, if you are a bourbon lover then you will love this, it is a Woodford Reserve with the cherry cask taste, it was amazing! Definitely worth it. Then I ordered the Short Rib Bao Buns and Teriyaki Bourbon Chicken (got to keep the bourbon flowing). Now before I mention the food I have to say first that it isn't too often, maybe literally once every couple years that food shocks me because I have eaten every food type you can think of so there isn't too much that can intrigue me to want to try it, ok so now let's carry on with the review. So the Short Rib Bao Buns were nothing short of perfection. The pineapples gave it a phenomenal tropical taste and the bun itself was soft, chewy and buttery, the rib meat was tender, flavorful and easy to chew. I can't describe the taste you just have to try it yourself. Now let's get to this Teriyaki Bourbon Chicken. Mannnnnn, let me tell ya, there isn't foods that give me goosebumps much but this did it. It came with Collard Greens, the chicken and Mashed Potatoes and then had a an extra dribble of teriyaki sauce to mix with it. The Chicken & the Collard Greens went well together, the mashed potatoes & the Chicken went well together, the mashed potatoes & the collard greens went well together, I mean everything was top tier as you could want it. Now they do have gratuity already added but it is definitely worth the meal. This is a place you have to come and try and then wonder what you're gonna have next time when you come because it is THAT good. If I could give this 7 stars I would.

I went during the afternoon on a Saturday, which is the best time to go for a quick service,…read morebecause other times they are extremely busy. This was my first time, trying the yucky udon miso butter noodles, and it will not be my last. The noodles were so buttery and delicious and hot. You can add any kind of egg or any other toppings any kind of meat and it just increases the deliciousness of the bowl. The chicken karaage is so well seasoned and goes perfectly with all the items in the bowl. And if you don't eat chicken, the tofu karaage is just as crispy and delicious as the chicken and I do not love tofu. It was slower than I would have liked when is not as busy, but our waitress was kind and were very supportive in our food decisions. It can be very intimate inside of the place when it's busy they do have an outside patio, but it gets very hot in the summer.

I was home visiting and met up with a friend at Ima and I'm thankful for her recommendation. Ima…read morewas pretty good! We were seated right away and as we ordered, the tables quickly filled up around us, but the service didn't falter as it got more busy. We started with the miso sesame cucumbers. They were fresh and crunchy and though the sauce seemed like your standard miso salad dressing in a bottle, it was delicious with the added toasted sesame seeds. I ordered the fried chicken karate bowl and the chicken wasn't too dry, rice was cooked well and the kewpie sauce complemented the chicken. My friend loved her miso butter ramen. It was a huge portion and she couldn't eat it all. My only complaint is that the bathrooms could have used a touchup but everything else was great.

Came for lunch during conference break. Plenty of seating and food came out quickly. Great and…read morefriendly staff. Enclosed patio seating with good sunlight which I loved.

Nuevo Seoul is a quaint little establishment tucked away in Detroit you must try. The decor is cozy…read more& inviting, old school hip hop blessed our ears while dining in. The staff is super friendly & suggestive on their menu favorites. We always start with some delicious margaritas and a chips, salsa, & guacamole flight. This is a fusion establishment, so we had to get some Korean wings- mouth watering, and one of the reasons I will be back very soon. The short rib birria is some of the best in the area. This is a must. We accidentally stumbled in on a Taco Tuesday. You may mix and match your 3 choices. I definitely appreciated this! All of the tacos are amazing. We finished with a churro fried ice cream- the best I've ever had. Be sure to check out this hidden gem. Perfect for lunch, date night, friends night out, anytime!

Food: as a Chinese who travels back to China several times a year, ShiangMi is absolutely one of…read morethe most authentic Chinese restaurants here. You won't find the Americanized dishes like General Cao's chicken, but you will find one of the best presented but also deliciously tasted Peking duck - one of the most recognizable and celebrated Chinese dishes. I also love that they serve many dishes in porcelain chafing dishes to keep food warm, as foods taste better when they are kept warm. My personal favorites: lobster steamed with egg, eggplant and string bean stir fry and happy family soup. The desserts are great too. Check out photos for more. Ambiance: This is the standout among Chinese restaurants in Michigan. Many Chinese restaurants are out-dated. It is like you step into restaurants in China in 1990s. This gives you a more current fine-dining experience atmosphere. The large video screen in the main dining room also allows you to customize the image or video for your occasion, should you choose to celebrate a special event there. Service: It is not top notch, but it is get job done. The servers are friendly. Noteworthy: There are two floors. You may not know there is a large 14 seats private dining room downstairs with large TV screen. Great for private celebration. There is an elevator that you can use for those who don't want to climb stairs. The 8-seat Majiang themed room is beautifully designed. There are also two small dining rooms perfectly for an intimate gathering. Final verdict: after visiting more than 10 times, this is a review long overdue! In my book this is the best Chinese fine dining experience in town. It caters to various your dining needs: dating, business meal, private events or just for some fine food!

Shiangmi is such a beautiful spot and honestly deserves more attention than it gets. It's an…read moreupscale traditional Chinese restaurant with amazing food, a great bar, and a huge space that works just as well for dinner as it does for events or private parties. The menu has something for everyone, whether you're very familiar with traditional Chinese food or just starting to explore beyond the usual takeout staples. It feels elevated without being intimidating, which is not always easy to pull off. The restaurant itself is gorgeous, with several private rooms for different types of gatherings. The drinks are excellent too, so it's not just a dinner destination -- it's a full evening kind of place. It can get busy in the evenings and on weekends, but that makes sense. Shiangmi is elegant, welcoming, and absolutely worth knowing about.

We love coming here before Detroit Tigers games or events at Little Caesars Arena. The location is…read moreperfect if you're looking to avoid expensive parking and don't mind a short walk to your event. They're usually able to accommodate walk-ins. We've sat at the bar a few times, but honestly, it's a great experience either way. As a vegan, I really appreciate the variety of options. The fried tofu has an excellent texture and is served with perfectly fluffy rice. I usually go for the vegetable spring rolls-crispy and paired with a fantastic dipping sauce-and the sweet and sour tofu, which is always a standout. My husband typically orders the sesame chicken and is always pleased. Service is consistently quick and enjoyable. While prices are a bit on the higher side (around $20+ per entrée), the quality, flavor, and convenience, especially before a game, make it well worth it. If you're up for a short walk and want a delicious pregame meal, this is a great spot to check out!

Overall, decent place. We sat at the bar and the ladies were wonderful. The kitchen was out of…read morecertain items which was sad but they were able to get us our 2nd and 3rd choice. Overall, menu is not super authentic for Chinese food and is what I would consider an American fusion menu. Cheeseburger eggrolls were my fav and I will note that I wish there was like a veggie component in it. There was just meat which is not awful but would help with the well roundedness of the dish.

The service was perfect, very professional staff. The ambiance was warm and comfortable The…read morefood and menu have changed. They're riding the hibachi wave. The miso soup was bland and lukewarm. Previously you'd mix the soup at the table. I miss that. The sushi was decent. I didn't like my original drink and they made me something original. I might come back and try again to see if they have their mojo back.

tl;dr chicken katsu sando was fantastic, would come back to try the other sandwiches. Classic rolls…read morewere also solid, but given the limited number of classic rolls, would probably not return for sushi alone. Service (4.75/5): Our main server was very friendly and gave us a good overview of the menu as it was our first time. They were great and attentive. We were also served by a second server who dropped off our food and disappeared so quickly that we waited a while before they walked by again. When we finally got the chance to ask for soy sauce and sauce dishes, they grabbed the soy sauce from a nearby table and left before we could even get to asking for the sauce dishes. Nothing terrible, but we did feel a little awkward. Food (4/5): Sushi was both good and not good. Of the 3 rolls we ordered, the salmon avocado and tuna avocado were solid; the proportion of fish to rice was great and the fish quality was above average from your typical sushi restaurant. However, the Tigerlily was quite disappointing, especially at $22 for the roll. The roll was torched a bit too long, cooking the salmon almost all the way, but my main gripe was a mysterious creamy sauce that was drizzled on top. The roll ended up being way too heavy and the sauce overpowered the salmon and the little bit of ikura that was sprinkled on top. On the other hand, the chicken katsu sando was really excellent. Chicken was juicy, breading was light and crispy, and the fries were well-seasoned. My only suggestion for the kitchen is to slice the sandwich vertically instead of horizontally; you can see that the bread on half of the sandwich was mostly crust/air instead of the actual bread part. Ambiance (4/5): It's got an upscale, modern feel to it that would probably make a nice environment for a date night or catching up with friends over happy hour. I was there on a Tuesday evening, so it wasn't crowded. There was music playing but it wasn't too loud, so it was easy to have a conversation.

Loved this ramen spot! In my opinion, ramen is all about the broth. The rich tonkotsu pork-bone…read morebroth was flavorful and comforting. The spicy chili garlic seasoning added the perfect amount of spice. And they even bring out extra spice to the table, if you need more! The fresh house-made noodles were cooked perfectly. I added chicken to my bowl instead of the pork. It was tender and so flavorful. The toppings -- marinated egg, green onions, bamboo shoots, kikurage mushrooms, and sesame seeds -- all came together really well. I added soybeans to my bowl. Definitely one of the best ramen bowls I've had in Michigan. I'll be back for sure. Service was quick. And even at 4pm, the place was already packed. My belly was so happy after this meal!

Met a friend here for lunch on a Friday and was able to get a table no problem. She normally gets…read moretakeout because it can get so busy, but we lucked out with no line when ordering up at the counter. Not really much of an ambiance - it's a very casual place with pretty basic decor. Everyone working there was friendly and our food was brought out to us in a reasonable amount of time. I got the classic tonkotsu ramen and it was really good! The broth was flavorful and complex, the pork was tender, and the egg perfectly jammy. Apparently they make their noodles fresh everyday. The price of a ramen bowl was on par with what I'm used to (~$20 with tax + tip) but the sushi seemed a little pricey. I will have to come back to try it.

Fantastic food, hats off to the chef's! We had the chicken…read morewings and papaya salad with pork, both packed outstanding flavors and were sized perfectly for two to share for a meal. Although we didn't order any mixed drinks, the have a well stocked bar.

Americanized of VietNamese dishes but tasted very good. Large portions. The fried rice was…read moreflavorful.