We were able to walk in on a busy Saturday night and sat on the patio outside. The service was…read moreexcellent and our server described the menu (& dishes in good detail to help us decide). We were starving so we ordered the chicken pea fritters (panelle) first (but they like you to order your entire meal at once fyi). The panelle don't look appealing but they are VERY delicious (reminds me of falafel). It's slightly sweet but not too sweet so that was good. I would order this again for sure. Next, we decided on the very Sicilian salad, Finnochio y Arancia. It was okay (I think the Bottarga dressing is not for me, I didn't realize it's a fish-based dressing). I liked the citrus plus fennel combo but I don't think I would get this salad again (or maybe dressing on the side??). The Casarecce alla Norm WAS MY FAVORITE. The paste noodles are al dente & you know they take their pasta seriously. The eggplant is not super fried (just like a pan fry) and adds nicely to the tomato+basil sauce. I would go back just for this dish. Lastly, we also ordered the Branzino (it's very large) comes with the head too (in case you don't like that). It was delicious however picking out the bones is not very romantic although I know it's very traditional (& fresh) to serve it this way. Cocktails were pretty good, not the best, not the worst. I got a Prickly in Pink (touch too sweet for my taste), and the Tramonto Arancio was fine. It seemed like everyone around us got one of the spritz drinks (Sanguinello), so maybe I'll have to try that next time. The patio was a perfect temperature with a slight breeze and music playing. Was a great evening to spend a special evening in Detroit! Ps parking is street parking (pay via Detroit Park app) or if you are okay to walk further, free street parking is available further away.

medusa was like no other! you won't find food like this anywhere else ... the menu was really…read morespecial and it's overall worth checking out everything was well prepared but not always my taste exactly. the service was a little over bearing at times. it was also hard for me to tell what type place it is ... guests were dressed in everything from casual to formal i think it's a well executed concept and beautiful spot just not my favorite place i've ever been but glad to say i went

Went here for happy hour and I must say they did not disappoint. The lychee martini was delicious!…read moreI also enjoyed the mango wings and fries. The service was outstanding. The bartender and server made sure we had everything we needed and I love that they have outdoor seating available! It's such a great place to come when the weather is nice. This was a great addition to downtown! I hope they stay consistent because it's such a beautiful space.

We checked this place out tonight and it looks just as the clips do on instagram! A large outdoor…read morepatio, indoor bar with the French doors opened -- perfect t for these summer days. They also have an intimate dining space tucked away, I mean the music and mood are different all under one roof. They do offer happy hour on Wednesday through Friday 4 to 7. We opted to sit at the bar as a spot opened up. The bartenders were really busy... our bartender I think felt bad they were so backed up mixing drinks, she got us a shot. The bartender had good recommendations. She made some good drinks- we had the Fuego and Kiwi martini. The kiwi martini is sweet but flavorful. I would get again without that sugar rim. Fuego no complaints. And was not to spicy. The ambience is a summer spot, as I think of summer, I think of this restaurant now. For food, many people were getting the lobster fried rice-- that dish could be shared between 3 to 4 people. For me, the rice tasted a little bit sweet with the truffle and pineapple. And the jerk beef empanada that was a winner!! the empanada was made out of like a puff pastry, and the short rib beef was tender and flavorful he wasn't jerk like spicy. I will surely return, I think I need to have a colorful dress on to enjoy my summer mode at Baru and I certainly will order that jerk empanada!!

Came here for a small wedding reception. Wait staff very attentive, food was great…read more Specialty cocktails were very tasty and potent

If only the food matched up to the atmosphere and the service. It is a beautiful restaurant and we…read morearrived with high expectations. The food was, overall, very disappointing. It honestly reminded us of wedding banquet food. The menu online had looked appealing , but the actual menu in person had very few things that looked interesting. The basics - a steak entree, a chicken entree, a salmon entree, a pasta entree, etc. Two simple dessert choices. We were hoping for something more...elevated. I will say the meatball appetizer was incredible - definitely the only memorable thing we had. The hummus was served with burnt potato chips and was truly inedible. Our server was fantastic though and did her best to give us a good experience.

As someone who lived in Miami for many years and ate at all the best Cuban spots regularly, I feel…read morelike I can be a little cocky when I say I really know Cuban food lol. I honestly wasn't expecting much, but I ordered the beef empanadas to start. As soon as they came out I could tell they were about to be good. *They were.* They were really good. And the sauce was the best accompaniment. I could tell they were homemade and made to order and after asking the server I was proven right. Very impressive. Now the best part, my pan con bistec. Beef was super tender & tasty. The Cuban bread was buttered and pressed. Overall excellent sandwich. It was like a Cuban grandmas pan con bistec but a little more upscale and w better ingredients. Again very impressed. Between the 5 star service (hostesses and servers were all very friendly & accommodating) the beautiful outdoor seating in a busy downtown area, or the authentic, DELICIOUS Cuban food - I highly recommend Vicentes!

So as I am making this review I am basing this off of food only, the atmosphere and ambience seemed…read morenice. So we got there and we were the only ones there, it was 4:30 in the afternoon on a Friday so not much really going on, we got seated right away. The server brought us out waters and I ordered a Havana Hurricane, it was okay but did taste a little weak and I ordered the Lobster bisque soup and the Salmon à la Parilla. The Lobster Bisque was delicious but the salmon had NO flavor at all and it came with 2 plantains, spinach and rice. The Plantains had more flavor than the whole dish. The fish tasted like it just came right out of an Aldi's package and put right into the oven, just bland, even the rice and spinach had no flavoring, all you could taste was lemon and fish, lots of lemon. The staff were really nice but the food, I couldn't do it again. Sorry it just wasn't for me and I love fish.

Excellence all around, every dish truly impressed. The black rice scallops were a standout, and the…read morechicken was perfectly juicy. We also loved the beets with garlic sauce, the potatoes, and the citrusy carrots, which added a refreshing balance to the meal. For dessert, the pavlova was good, though more tart and lemon-forward than we expected. The Punetazo cocktail was unique and worth trying. Service from Francesca was fantastic, attentive throughout the meal. Free on-site parking is available, and reservations are definitely recommended.

My husband and I came here for dinner a few weeks ago and weren't overly impressed. We were seated…read moreat the large bar (honestly it seems like most of the seating is bar seating) and appreciated the chance to see the bartenders working. The place has a sort of industrial feel that didn't lend itself well to a date night. Cocktails run about $16-18 and wines by the glass are $15-20. I had the El Diablo with Joven Tequila, Rescoldo Beet, Amaro, Ginger, Lemon which I thought was good but nothing groundbreaking. Most of their cocktails are riffs on classics. My husband had a glass of wine. To eat, we got the rescoldo beets ($19) which was priced steeply for a simple albeit tasty dish. He got the black rice (Peruvian Bay Scallops, Moqueca Sauce, Preserved Lemon) - $38 and I had the chicken with chimibutter and mustard - $35. Portions for mains were larger than expected. Unfortunately, we weren't wowed by any of the dishes. If I had to order one again, it would probably be the chicken, which was cooked well. We took quite a few leftovers home and honestly barely touched them. It was a pretty big let-down based on how much people rave about Barda. I can't say I would return.

Bar Gabi was fantastic! This has been on my list to try for a while, and it did not disappoint…read more My rhubarb gimlet was delicious, and our server was kind enough to bring out a skewer of Castelvetrano olives stuffed with Gorgonzola because I was torn between trying the new drink and ordering a dirty martini just so I could try those olives. Such a nice touch! And it just kept getting better from there. The lamb skewers and beet salad were delicious. The octopus was incredibly tender, and I loved the peppers that came with it. My friend insisted we order the mushrooms, and I'm so glad I listened because they were spectacular, with wonderful roasted garlic flavor. The seafood pasta had the perfect amount of spice. Just wonderful. Service was attentive throughout the evening, and as someone who drinks a LOT of water, I appreciated that our pitcher never went empty. This was the perfect place for us because we wanted to visit, linger, and enjoy the evening. It might not be the best choice if you're in a hurry, but that's part of the charm. Come prepared to enjoy yourself, take your time, and order the mushrooms!

Last time I ate Romanian food was in 2008 in Romania…read more Ordered Langos, the beets, Brussel sprout Caesar, salata de Vara, roast bird, mushrooms, Sarumura de Peste and loaded fries. $171.72 The Langos is interesting, billowy fried dough with feta and garlic sauce with some bite. Can't decide if it's worth it, overall it seems ok. The beets are good. Goat cheese whipped is yummy. Has a good amount of beets for a starter beet, the way it should be. The loaded fries were okay, underwhelming. Generally good about keeping our table clear and clean. Our empty water carafe hasn't been replaced, yet. Don't think they realize it's empty. Took a bit, but got more water before our main meal. The mushroom is yummy. The bass is okay, skin on, nicely cooked, just a tad bland. Not loving the soggy polenta too much. The Brussel sprout Caesar was so-so. Not a lot of flavor to it at all. The salad is okay, plain too. The chicken is skin on, super tender, it's decent. The mushrooms and beets were the best part of the meal.

We started our day off with lunch at Mezcal in Ferndale. The server was on point, making sure we…read morehad everything we needed from the minute we sat to the time we left. We sat in the bar area and had an amazing view of the street party outside. Our drinks were just what we loved: smoky mezcal margaritas made to perfection. The food was delicious, made fresh and served up promptly. Next time we will save room for desserts! This is one of three locations.

The good: Fun atmosphere, excellent bar service, food is served hot and tastes delicious. The…read morecarajillo cocktail was perfectly made. The not so good: Portions are really light. The bad: Host sat us (at 5 pm) without telling us it was happy hour or giving us the happy hour menu. (M-F 4-6 pm).

Great service! Reservations are needed for sure…read more We got so many dishes and each one was hit after hit. The cocktails made perfectly! Prices are reasonable, you can keep coming back as a regular. The decor is beautiful! Love all the windows, elegant bar.

**Really more like 3.5 for me, but rounding up…read more Pros: Both the brunch food and the drinks were really tasty. They definitely have a way with potatoes here. The atmosphere is very "summer beach cottage" in a way that I loved. Outdoor patio seating will be nice when they get the umbrellas fixed (?!) Cons: Service did not match the atmosphere. Hostess was miserable, bordering on rude. Our server was rushed and kind of snappy. No parking - street only (or if there is a lot, we did not see it)