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The Detroit Free Press

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Who makes Birmingham's best burger? Winners revealed

For the second year in a row, diners crowned Terra Kitchen & Cocktails as the winner of Birmingham’s third annual burger competition. It was a close competition, Birmingham Shopping District officials and organizers of the event said. Overall, nearly 10,000 votes came in. Terra Kitchen & Cocktails’ Michigan Reserve burger garnered the highest combined rating and votes from diners, earning the restaurant Birmingham Best Burger title of the third annual event. The eatery’s Michigan Reserve burger is a 45-day house-ground, dry-aged beef blend with cherry wood-smoked pork belly, aged Michigan cheddar, Guernsey buttermilk crispy onions, dressed arugula, savory bourbon cherry jus, Traverse City cherry and a Mammoth Bourbon toasted sesame bun served with steakhouse potato wedges. Randy Foumia, owner of Terra Kitchen & Cocktails, said in a news release that participating was a “fun way to connect with the community and introduce new guests to Terra.” “Winning for the second year in a row speaks to our team's consistency and the incredible support of our guests,” Foumia said. The competition took place from Oct. 1 through Oct. 31. When diners ordered exclusive competition burgers at participating restaurants, they could rate the burger based on presentation, creativity and taste. Diners could

Birmingham, MI · 1d

Cultivated Comfort

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Man Walks into the Worst Rated Restaurant in Flint Michigan Expecting a Disaster and Finds Out Whether the Reviews Were Fair

Some restaurants have a reputation before you ever sit down. Al’s Coney Island in Flint, Michigan,...

Flint, MI · 13d

allamericanatlas.com

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5 Best Restaurants in Ann Arbor, Michigan You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Ann Arbor, Michigan — a city where the red-brick streets pulse with the footsteps of students and professors, where the Huron River winds through neighborhoods stitched with memory and hope, where murals bloom on alley walls and the scent of coffee, curry, and barbecue drifts through the air. Here, the architecture is a patchwork: Victorian homes with wraparound porches, glassy new towers, and the gentle sprawl of parks and gardens. Ann Arbor is a crossroads — of old-timers and new arrivals, of artists, engineers, and dreamers, of families who picnic on the Diag and musicians who busk beneath the sycamores.

Ann Arbor, MI · 1d
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MLive

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Abdul El-Sayed calls Metro Detroit shawarma spot the best. Its owner was moved to tears

Michigan senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed called Amo Sami’s Shawarma the best shawarma around, leaving its co-founder in tears and bringing new attention to the Metro Detroit restaurant.

Metro Detroit, MI · 10h
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The Detroit News

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Recent health inspections reveal Novi restaurant woes

Recent health inspections in some Novi restaurants found drain flies, improperly stored foods and more between September and October, according to Oakland County Health Department inspection reports. Many of the violations have been corrected. The presence of violations in a past inspection does not necessarily mean the establishment has the same violations today. Inspection reports can be found at swordsolutions.com/inspections/. Below is a list of violations found at a few restaurants in Novi. Tropical Smoothie Cafe, 43215 Grand River Ave. During a routine inspection on Sept. 28, an inspector noted several problems at Tropical Smoothie Cafe.∎ Dish machine not providing chlorine sanitizer level 50-100 ppm.∎ 1) Handwashing sink next to dish machine with wiping cloth inside the basin. 2) Handwashing sink next to one compartment sink across from front counter with wiping cloth inside the basin.∎ 1) No soap provided to the handwashing sink across from front counter. 2) No soap provided to the handwashing sink next to dish machine.∎ No paper towel at the sandwich prep handwashing sink.∎ Ice machine interior soiled.∎ Coved base molding observed separating from the wall next to the ice bin.∎ Drain flies observed near the 1) front ice bin, 2) back prep table, and

Novi, MI · 10d

100.5 The River

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Michigan Restaurant Named to Exclusive List of the 27 Best Pizzas in America

Food & Wine released its list of the 27 best pizzas in America right now. Just one Michigan restaurant made the cut.

Michigan · 12d

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The Massive Flea Market In Michigan That Bargain Hunters Say Is Better Than Costco

Most Saturday mornings in Michigan are perfectly fine, but a Saturday morning at the Armada Flea Market in Richmond is something else entirely. It’s the kind of morning you actually look forward to on a Tuesday. Here’s the thing about big box stores that nobody really wants to say...

Richmond, MI · 1d

WXYZ

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Pizza shop to close after friction with landlord

PLYMOUTH, Mich. (WXYZ) — A popular pizza shop in Plymouth is about to close its doors. Old Village General Pizza has hosted pizza-making classes and concerts since opening two years ago. But now the owner said he's being told his lease won't be renewed. Anthony Giglio said when he...

Plymouth, MI · 23h

allamericanatlas.com

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5 Best Restaurants in Lansing, Michigan You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Lansing, Michigan — a city where the Grand River carves through old neighborhoods and new ambitions, where red-brick factories lean into the future and the laughter of students, families, and dreamers mingles on tree-lined streets. Here, the skyline is a patchwork: domes and murals, glass towers and corner diners, each block humming with the stories of those who never left and those who found their way back. Lansing is a crossroads — of Midwestern grit and quiet hope, of auto workers and artists, of generations who gather at tables to share more than just a meal.

Lansing, MI · 13d

thetowerpulse.net

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New burger spot coming to the Woods

Along Mack Avenue, you’ll find a plethora of restaurants and small businesses. But with its bright purple exterior, Little Ghost and its fast-casual food is sure to stand out. Four Man Ladder Hospitality is bringing a second location of Little Ghost to Grosse Pointe Woods, with expected opening in early 2027.

Grosse Pointe Woods, MI · 2d

WTOL 11

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Former Wendy’s restaurant in Tecumseh is getting new life as new multi-unit shopping center

Tecumseh, MI · 23h

everafterinthewoods.com

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10 Under-The-Radar Detroit Michigan Diners Where The Regulars Know What To Order

A Detroit lunch counter grills its burgers into rectangular logs and serves them in hot dog buns. Then you dress them yourself with relish and onions from the counter. I love that kind of confidence. That’s the kind of quirk I can’t stop thinking about. Michigan’s biggest city is packed...

Detroit, MI · 2d

The Detroit News

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Dead or trapped pests found at Garden City eatery

Recent health inspections in some Garden City restaurants found accumulations of insects on insect traps and more between September and October, according to Wayne County Health Department inspection reports. Many of the violations have been corrected. The presence of violations in a past inspection does not necessarily mean the establishment has the same violations today. Inspection reports can be found at swordsolutions.com/inspections/. Below is a list of violations found at a few restaurants in Garden City. Great China Garden, 32293 Ford Road During a routine inspection on September 18, an inspector noted several problems at Great China Garden. ∎ Observed two bottles of powdered lye for floor drain cleaning near the dishwashing area. The bottles of lye state that they are for industrial use only, and warnings on the manufacturer's label indicate to keep this product away from kitchens due to its poisonous and fatal nature if swallowed. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be used according to the manufacturer's directions included in labeling and, for a pesticide, the manufacturer's label instructions that state that use is allowed in a food establishment. Remove all lye from the facility and discontinue use of lye for floor drain cleaning immediately. During inspection, the

Garden City, MI · 3d

Mix 95.7FM

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The 2 Michigan Restaurants That Just Made The New York Times Top 50 List

16 food critics traveled the country undercover, and only two Michigan spots made the final cut! One is turning heads with secret-recipe birria dishes, while the other serves up cozy Polish comfort food in a retro diner.

Detroit, MI · 3d

unearththevoyage.com

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This Detroit Deli Serves 1-Pound Corned Beef Egg Rolls and Massive Sandwiches

A Detroit deli is stuffing a full pound of corned beef and Swiss cheese into a giant egg roll. D Motown Deli on Gratiot Avenue also serves a footlong version, along with corned beef sandwiches piled high on onion rolls. The family-owned shop has been around since 2001, serving Reubens,...

Detroit, MI · 2d

metroparent.com

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What are the best metro Detroit restaurants offering Thanksgiving meals to-go?

For parents juggling school schedules, travel plans and family visits, cooking an entire Thanksgiving meal might feel like one task too many. Luckily, several metro Detroit restaurants are offering take-home feasts that let you skip the stress without skipping the flavor. Key takeaways. The bigger picture: Metro Detroit families can...

Metro Detroit, MI · 1d

The Detroit Free Press

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Abdul El-Sayed is for 'shawarma law'. Where to try his favorite, others

Michigan's senator-elect, Abdul El-Sayed, this week joked that he is for "shawarma" not "Sharia" law, when speaking to reporters this week. "Do not believe the people who say I'm for Sharia law, I'm for shawarma law," El-Sayed said at a campaign stop in Macomb County. The joke made light of those who are concerned that El-Sayed, the first Muslim ever elected to the U.S. Senate, will force all Americans to adhere to the religious concepts of Islam, an accusation he has denied. El-Sayed during the conversation then recommended Detroit-area shawarma shop Amo Samis , which operates several locations throughout southeast Michigan. "I want to explain what the tenets of shawarma law are. If you get a shawarma and it's got lettuce in it, it's not shawarma, it's just a sandwich. Someone has lied to you," El-Sayed said on the food. What makes for good shawarma? If you've already tried El-Sayed's favorite, here's a look at five other places to try to the food first created in Turkey. More: El-Sayed calls Vance habibi in victory speech. What does it mean? What is shawarma? Shawarma is a Middle Eastern dish made from thin slices of marinated meat — usually chicken, beef, lamb,

Macomb County, MI · 2d

travelmag.com

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10 Michigan Bakeries Where Thanksgiving Pies Are Worth Ordering Early

One Michigan pie shop with a serious reputation keeps regular hours on just two mornings a week. Its founder is a James Beard Award finalist. So when the doors open on Friday and Saturday, the crowd shows up ready. Then there’s a bakery that builds nearly its whole menu around...

Michigan · 2d

MLive

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Beloved Canadian Doughpuff factory opens its first U.S. location in Metro Detroit

ROYAL OAK, MI - Don’t call it a doughnut. Straight from Canada, the first Mr. Puffs has opened in the U.S. and it’s located in Royal Oak. To mark the grand opening at 31971 Woodward Ave., the first 50 customers each day on Friday, Nov. 6 and Saturday, Nov. 7. will receive a free six-pack of Doughpuffs.

Royal Oak, MI · 1d

The Detroit News

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Livonia's Yard House restaurant sets opening date

A second Yard House restaurant is opening in Metro Detroit this fall. At the former Bahama Breeze Island Grille on Haggerty Road, the new beer-centric restaurant will offer a massive draft beer selection and a large food menu. Highlights include pub grub, burgers, seafood, steaks and special menus for vegan diners and those with gluten sensitivities. The Livonia Yard House is set to open Dec. 7, according to the company's website. The brand opened a Yard House in Troy in late 2018. It touts the "world's largest selection of draft beer." It was founded in 1996 in California and now has around 100 locations in the United States. Yard House is part of the Darden restaurant group, which also owns Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Ruth's Chris Steak House and the Capital Grille, which opened a Livonia location in June . The new Yard House is at 19600 Haggerty in Livonia, near the AMC Livonia 20. Visit yardhouse.com for more information. mbaetens@detroitnews.com More: Not cooking? Ideas for dining in and catering on Thanksgiving Day This article originally appeared on The Detroit News: Livonia's Yard House restaurant sets opening date

Livonia, MI · 2d