We tried to come here for lunch on a Sunday. There was no street parking available, but there was a sign for Eagle customers to park in the garage/private lot. I pulled up and the kiosk was charging $25 for parking! I called the restaurant to see if they validate parking. They do not valid parking. This is insane they have a sign directing customers to park in a space for $25 and do not validate their parking! read more

No 3.5 star so I gave a 3. Had the start of something good till I tasted the Rosemary and thyme. Fried chicken only requires basic ass amassing to be . Why people add these herbs I will never understand. You aren't helping the recipe you're taking away from it.. The sides were the same. Sometimes you aren't being special by adding extra ingredients you are doing to much! Nice spot though. Waiter was cool. read more

The Eagle Detroit - Pic of the goods. - Southern Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

We dropped by The Eagle for a Sunday lunch, looking for some good fried chicken. As we walked in, we found the place almost completely empty - I guess it's more of a dinner destination? Since it was so empty, everything was pretty prompt; we ordered and got our food quickly. House Brewed Sweet Tea ($3) - This is a good sweet tea, nice black tea flavor with a bit of roasted smokiness at the end. The sweetness is appropriate and balanced, not overly saccharine as I've found with some other places around Metro Detroit. I was anticipating a lot worse and was pleasantly surprised. Hush Puppies ($7) - The hushpuppies are served with comeback sauce, which in this case was basically just thousand island (not spicy at all) garnished with chives. They have a light crisp on the exterior and the interior is batter mixed with jalapenos, red bell pepper, herbs, and whole corn kernels, with all the flavors mixing together into a great bite. The interior is super moist, maybe excessively so for a hushpuppy. It honestly doesn't need the sauce on the side at all. Homemade Biscuits ($6) - The pictures make the biscuits seem very light colored and underbaked, but that's far from the truth. These came out looking just like the pictures, but were almost perfect with a good light crunch on the exterior and the interior flaky, buttery, and crumbly. A very good biscuit in general. I wonder why the appearance is so wan - perhaps if they added some butter or a bit of egg wash after baking, it could improve things? These are served with delicious honey butter and a blackberry jam. 1/2 Fried Chicken ($16) - Let's start with the good - the flavor is phenomenal. I think they use pickle brine for the chicken and that slight tangy acidity mixed with the slightly sweet and savory spiced breading, makes for a delectable bite. The interior of the chicken is very moist, in fact, I'd say some portions are too moist, resulting in an almost spongy or mushy texture in some areas. I feel like they brine the chicken for way too long, flooding the chicken with too much liquid. The wing tip of the chicken, normally tough and hard , fell apart with a small tug, a sign of overtenderization. In addition, whatever process they use to fry the chicken needs major work. There was not a single piece of skin/breading that was crisp - everything was soggy. They need to revisit their frying process, relook at their breading starch ratios, and take a look at their brining times. It's sad that their signature dish was also by far the worst. As a side note, the chicken came with a bottle of hot honey that we ended up not using. I have some pretty mixed feelings about The Eagle. Their sides seem to be good to great, but their signature dish, the fried chicken, needs some work. The chicken at max is a 3 star dish, but the sides raises my score up to 4. read more

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Chicken is good for the price, would skip the sides. Mac and cheese is on-par with kraft but $9. Nice ambience.

This food was absolutely disgusting! I hate leaving bad reviews, but I must be honest. We both had the chicken sandwiches and macaroni and cheese. The macaroni cheese taste as though it was made with pimento cheese, which is not good in mac & cheese! The chicken sandwiches were just OK, it was nothing really good about any of our food! read more

Downtown Detroit is a great place to try new food! The eagle specializes in fried chicken. It has a huge bar and is a fun place to watch sports on tv. Urban barn feel for the interior. Our server was great. Explained the favorites and stopped by to see how we were doing. Did not hover, which I like. We ordered blueberry lemonade, southern salad, Mac n cheese, and a grilled chicken sandwich. All very tasty. A lot of the sides looked great to, but you can only eat so much so we'll have to go back. read more

Food was very good, especially liked the full chicken, corn bread and Mac n cheese and mashed potatoes- and great portion size! However will deduct a star for being SO loud (I feel so old for even typing this out...ha!) but I could hardly hear the friends I was with and the super high seats are very awkward to get in and out of - esp as a short person, I am not a fan of such high seating. Also the parking is all street parking around midtown area, not great if you're hauling a kiddo or there's rough weather. They do have high chairs for kids. read more

The ambiance and service were great! Our server was training and being a former industry worker, was so good! Almost happy to train which is sometimes unheard of. The food, it was as expected. I've heard people go for the drinks and I didn't have any but the collards, mac and cheese and chicken were delish! I was super excited for the shrimp and grits and slaw but the mac and collards blew those out. We'll be back just for the service and mac alone read more

The Eagle Detroit - Chicken sandwich, green beans, collard greens, Mac and cheese - Southern Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Kelsey and the entire staff seemed friendly & knowledgeable-and the food was awesome! I got a Bloody Mary, fried chicken BLT, & succotash while my toddler got the kids meal with chicken, fries, & milk. Everything was excellent. We will certainly b returning! read more

The Eagle Detroit - Southern Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

A friend of mine invited me to check out the recently opened , The Eagle Detroit. I've been to their Cincinnati location a few years ago and really enjoyed my experience. The Eagle is conveniently located on Woodward. The restaurant specializes in Southern Comfort Food. People rave about their fried chicken. We ended up splitting a chicken sandwich with bacon and Mac&cheese. We enjoyed our meal. The bartenders are great, too! I will most certainly be back. read more

The Eagle Detroit - Southern Comfort - Southern Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

We came for The Eagle Detroit Days of Giving promotion and will be back to enjoy some other items on the menu. We started with Blackberry Lemonade which was very tasty. We ordered the Fried Chicken BLT, Carolina braised pork sandwich, sweet potatoes, fries, Mac n cheese, and shrimp and grits. All had a good taste but could have been hotter, they were served at just above warm like they had been sitting around for a bit. Service was slow but wasn't the fault of the waitress who was very attentive and apologetic for the wait time. The decor was nice and classic, wood chairs do not lend a comfy seat for a longer visit and seating seemed too close for comfort if they had been busier. Overall, we enjoyed ourselves and will be back. read more

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Service is always great as well as the food always can count on this relaxing restaurant for a good time on Woodward! read more

The Eagle Detroit - Great chicken sandwich - Southern Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

I made a reservation out of fear that it would crowded for a Thursday evening around 5pm and I was very surprised that it wasn't crowded especially considering it was a Red Wings games today. Anywho, it was me and my dining partner...my husband lol! We were immediately seated and greeted by Holly our server who was very nice and helpful. She gave great drink suggestions and gave us a good overview of the menu. We decided to start with the Spicy Chicken Dip, which was good but it's more of a buffalo than just spicy. My husband got the fried chicken sandwich with fries, I got the 1/4 chicken all white meat(you get a breast and a wing), the collards and me being the shrimp lover that I am lol! I tend to order them at every restaurant I go to and get super excited when they actually have some and I can order as a side dish. So I was able to order some grilled and they were perfect 10 out of 10!! I had a glass of Rose and my husband had a beer to wash it all down. Overall, the food was really good, the chicken was cooked perfect, done and crispy but not too crispy. The collards had a good taste also but just needed to be cut better. The restaurant sits on a corner, there is parking on the side street and also a parking lot behind the building. The inside gives you that pub feel with tables and booths. It wasn't crowded during my visit but I can see it being a nice vibe with more people. I will most definetly will go back. read more

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We were fortunate enough to attend the Eagle Days of Giving tonight. They welcomed patrons to enjoy food at no charge and only pay for drinks. We started with cocktails. I highly recommend the Blackberry lemonade. These can sneak up on you, as they taste non-alcoholic. The Bourbon punch was too acidic for me, even after removing the oranges and lemon wheels from inside the glass. Next visit I want a Maple Old Fashioned. We started with some absolutely delectable Hush puppies. The sauce was just the right blend of spicy heat and flavor to complement the crisp pups. We highly recommend getting these. For entrees, my guest had a pulled pork sandwich. Pork and slaw and pickles stacked on a nicely toasted fresh bun. The sauce is a mustardy Carolina bbq, not a red bbq. Tasty! I opted for the Crispy chicken sandwich. The roll was perfect. The chicken crisp but full of juice inside, nicely done! Fresh slaw and a beautiful layer of pickles underneath it all, made for a tasty treat! I could barely eat half, but I had to try the Collards too. They did not disappoint! Good stuff here. We will be back and bring others!! read more

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I met my coworkers and a supplier here before a wings game (my choice). I hadn't been to the eagle before but it looked like my kind of place. It did not disappoint. Great bourbon and beer selection. The food has a lot of fried choices so if you're not about that life, this place may not be for you. But I loved it!! The chicken sandwich was excellent. The hush puppies were excellent. And there were no complaints from my buddies. Great service too! read more

I took my husband to The Eagle for his birthday as a recommendation from a close friend. We absolutely loved the chicken and my favorite side was the macaroni and mashed potatoes. My husband loved the cornbread and the kale salad. Our server Kayla was absolutely knowledgeable and super friendly and the manager was just as nice. We will for sure go back. 5 star rating read more

I moved here from Indianapolis within the last year, and I was SO excited to see The Eagle come to Detroit! Service was quick and we were seated right away. The fried chicken is amazing, especially with the hot honey, and the sides are so delicious. The mac and cheese is a MUST TRY. Also ordered the horseradish mashed potatoes, kale salad, and spoon bread as additional sides. Portions are small enough to share for 2, but would recommend getting more sides if you have more in your party. Paired this savory dinner with a blackberry lemonade and my fiancé had the peach jalapeño margarita. Cannot wait to go back! read more

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Nice casual location for a group or meetup with a friend. Their primary feature is chicken, so I wouldn't recommend it for a vegan due to limited options. Serving alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages which were good! The group I was in enjoyed their meals and I captured some pics. I had a kale salad without the feta and croutons. French fries were salty but they took them back and brought out a fresh batch which were very good! The service was great! Friendly and accommodating. Plenty of metered street parking available.4 stars because of very limited vegan options . read more

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Just walked in. 1:50 space is empty, hostess couldn't be any ruder. Left immediately, life is too short to be that rude.

Good joint if you're going to a game or concert at LCA. Inexpensive for the quality of the food and a really cool setting.

Everything was great, Mac & cheese amazing. Great atmosphere, Matt provided great service

The food is absolutely amazing. We went with some of our lab, and we basically had Thanksgiving 2.. The side share well. The chicken is very fresh and moist. The service is 100000 out of 10. Great place, bring your friend read more

The Eagle Detroit - Southern Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

The Food is Great I admire the consistency. The Drumsticks with the Hot honey is a hit!! Love there pickled options so I get the mini Charcuterie set up. Those burnt ends are too. Very budget friendly too. Ambiance is a very chill family vibe. Great place to watch the games too. read more

Food was mediocre. Fries were extra salty. Nats flying around while we ate. Server was polite. Food did come out hot and fresh. Cocktail was nice and strong. Cool vibe tho. read more

Cool, new soul food spot. I absolutely loved the ambiance. Tiara, our waitress, was great and knowledgeable about the menu. Her suggestions were on point. The food was ok. My only complaint was that everything was too heavily seasoned. Being sensitive to salt made it very obvious. Great location being near the DSO. read more

My search for a fine fried chicken dining experience is over. Prior to The Eagle, my girlfriend and I would travel out to Frankenmuth for such, and while we still love it out there, I'm so happy to have the same experience here in Metro Detroit. This is Southern Comfort food, and The Eagle did not disappoint. The fried chicken was beautifully crispy and seasoned. And while the chicken is amazing on its own, drizzling it in hot honey further enhances your tasting experience. Out of the sides, my personal favorites are the sweet potatoes and deep fried hush puppies. I really enjoyed the horseradish mashed potatoes, and while the mac & cheese is my least favorite, it's still good. Their homemade lemonades were also pretty good. The atmosphere is very vibrant in Midtown Detroit, and the staff were wonderful. We don't dine in the city too often since we have plenty of restaurants out near us, but we will definitely return. read more

The Eagle Detroit - 1/2 Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Mac & Cheese, and Hush Puppies. - Southern Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

The Eagle is my go to spot! The food is always fresh and hot when I go! I love the spoon bread, the kale salad, and the chicken sandwich. The service is always great when I go even if it's crowded! The drink deals are pretty good! Perfect date night spot or a spot to go with friends! I would highly recommend checking them out. read more

The restaurant is smaller than I expected but clean and industrially styled. The service was not great; often went long periods without checking on us, let our drinks sit at the bar for 20+ minutes, and seemed very cranky. The food was mostly great; the hot honey chicken and the biscuits were to die for. The sweet potatoes weren't mashed enough and were drenched in cinnamon to the point where it almost made me cough. The blackberry lemonade was a disappointment, as you could taste that it was made w syrup and not actual berries. The peach jalapeño margarita was much better. read more

The Eagle Detroit - Blackberry lemonade, fried chicken with hot honey, sweet potatoes, biscuits, and peach jalapeño margarita - Southern Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Our server Lauren was wonderful! She was attentive sweet and didn't rush us at all! she also on her own made sure of any allergies we had and as a couple with someone with a tree nut allergy u don't often see that and we appreciated it! Food tasted great! You have to try the Mac and cheese and truffle fries! And it was the perfect date night spot for Valentine's Day! read more

The Eagle Detroit - Southern Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Was expecting a broader variety of dishes; went with a traditional sandwich and fires. It was good but did not hit my southern comfort craving. I'll go back if I'm in the area but won't "seek"'it out read more

Stopped here with my family on Saturday around 1pm. Staff was very friendly and had great suggestions. We got the whole chicken, mac and cheese, spoon bread and sweet potatoes. Literally the best meal ive ever had. The chicken was juicy had tons of flavor and whatever breading they use has lots of spices. This place deserves a line out the door. Go try it. Just a fyi the waitstaff does seem a bit inexperienced however this place is new, food was phenomenal. read more

The service and food was great visiting family from out of town and we stopped at the Eagle Detroit, where our family had already been so I knew that it was yummy! read more

The Eagle Detroit - The fruit punch and it was great! - Southern Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Everything was amazing! The good was hot and fresh and delicious! I ordered the grilled cheese and hot chicken dip. Both were very tasty and I will definitely order again. Be prepared to take a nap after you leave. The portions are big and hearty and well worth it. read more

Tried this place for the first time and was pleasantly surprised.we sharedahalfchicken. Mac and cheese. Greens, and hush puppies. All were delicious. Very cute place. I wasn't expecting g country music but I guess it went with the vibe. We were set immediately and service was pretty quick. read more

Great service. The chicken was great. The pulled pork sandwich was good/unique. The fries and biscuits were outstanding. Try the champagne punch! read more

I had went to the Eagle in Ohio, but was surprise to see one in Detroit. I had shrimp and grits, but the portion size was enough for one. The greens were average and did not like the vegetable with the corn and beans. My friend enjoyed the chicken. read more

Great food and service. Casual atmosphere. We had the fried chicken and bacon sandwich and loved every bite. The fries were thin and seasoned well. I will definitely return. read more

I've been wanting to try The Eagle for a while and was happy to finally get to visit. What a place it is! My friend and I arrived late on a Saturday night (really, not too long before closing) so it wasn't busy at all. The bar area was quiet and pleasant. Rio, our bartender, greeted us with a smile and was very friendly. I'm pretty sure he used to sing in Disturbed or something. Anyway, the first thing I tried was the mint & rye cocktail. Bangin. Strong and flavorful. But the food was really the star all night. Let me tell you about the hush puppies. They came out hot and fresh. I broke one open and watched the steam rise like a majestic bird before I dove it into the comeback sauce (see what I did there?). Woo boy. It's hard to explain how good it is. You'll just have to try. The other tastings of the evening were the fried chicken BLT, shrimp and grits, and mac and cheese. Each was delicious in its own way. A spicy bit here, a sweetness there. All amazing. Can't wait to take this bird for another flight soon. read more

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We attended the Days of Giving event at The Eagle Detroit. We had to register for the event and wait for an Open Table reservation to confirm we were accepted. When we didn't get a response after a week, I emailed inquiring when we would know if we were confirmed. I received no response after another week and then we received confirmation the day before. We arrived a few minutes early but were seated immediately. The restaurant is clean with a low key, casual vibe. The service was slow but our server was very personable. We ordered the quarter chicken dark, pork sandwich, biscuits, Mac n cheese, succotash, and sweet potato crock. When our food arrived, they gave it to the table next to us. Since they hadn't touched it, they moved the plates to our table. The chicken seemed a tad bit uncooked on the inside and was somewhat spicy. It came with hot honey that was also spicy. The Mac n cheese was good but it arrived a little on the cold side. The sweet potato crock was excellent - comes with marshmallows on top which adds a nice sweet taste to the sweet potatoes. The biscuits were undercooked as well but they were hot on arrival. The food was just ok in my opinion. I wouldn't search the restaurant out to return due to the limited menu choices. It wasn't bad, per se, just ok. read more

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The design of this restaurant is amazing it gives you a warm and inviting feel. The overall atmosphere feels great for a family meal out, fun with friends or even date night. The food was ok! I went for the fried chicken because the pictures I've seen were amazing. I was disappointed I was expecting crunchy and mouthwatering fried chicken. The chicken was good the best thing I had rivaling only the fries. The chicken reminds me of kfc original chicken but way more juicy. The Mac and cheese was bah, it was bland and needs some soul poured into it. The greens were not cooked long enough and whoever made them didn't make pot liquor first. The server recommended the spoon bread over the biscuits and I should have listened these biscuits were sooo dry. The best way to describe the service we received would be "unwanted step children". The server was overwhelmed with a party and basically ignored us we had to ask for everything and it took forever to come. We asked for hot sauce and got it when we were ready to go. We were never offered a refill on our drinks, no one asked how the food was. I would probably not return unless I have a coupon or it's free. Save your money and time and go to Gus. read more

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