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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 · 1d

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Charter Twp Of Clinton, MI · 1d

ZipSauce Locks Down Clinton Township Spot, With Warren Burger Shop Next

A Michigan burger brand built around its signature sauce is set to open a sit-down restaurant on Garfield Road in Clinton Township around Nov. 23, with another location already in the works for Warren. ZipSauce, which started as a food truck before expanding to brick-and-mortar spots in Shelby Township, Port Huron and Westland, is planting its newest flag on the east side of Garfield Road, just north of a McDonald’s and Taco Bell near Canal Road.

Livingston Daily | Daily Press & Argus

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We asked, you answered. Livingston County's best soup spot is ...

Livingston County has named the best local spot for a bowl of soup, according to a poll from The Daily. Colasanti's Express took home first place, with 18.5% of the vote in the poll ending Nov. 2. The express gourmet grocery store opened at 5580 E. Grand River Ave. in Genoa Township in May. Colasanti's offers options for on-the-go soup lovers, with six flavors available daily. A typical staple is chicken noodle soup, while other popular flavors include broccoli cheddar and lobster bisque. Brighton Bar and Grill and The Ivy Table tied for second place with 15.4%. Jonna's Market in Howell took home third place, with 12.4%. More: Howell has enthusiastic response to opening of 'express' Colasanti's Other nominees that received votes include The Crunchy Pickle (7.7%), Label Kitchen + Bar (1.6%), Stillwater Grill (3.1%), Hamburg Pub (1.6%), Sunrise Family Diner (6.2%), Simply Fresh Market (7.7%), Howell Coney Island (1.6%) and George's Family Restaurant (9.3%). — Contact reporter Makayla Coffee at mcoffee@livingstondaily.com . This article originally appeared on Livingston Daily: We asked, you answered. Livingston County's best soup spot is ...

Livingston County, MI · 3d

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 · 1d

The Detroit News

Owner of Kuzzo's in Detroit accused of sales tax fraud

The owner of a once-popular Detroit restaurant is accused of violating the state's tax laws, officials said Thursday, Nov. 5. Ronald Bartell was arraigned Tuesday, Nov. 3, in 54A District Court in Lansing, according to court records, about nine months after he suddenly closed Kuzzo's Chicken & Waffles, his Detroit restaurant, in February. The 44-year-old Detroit resident is charged with five counts of failing to file a tax return or filing a false return, the Michigan Attorney General's Office said. If convicted, he faces up to five years in prison for each felony count. A judge set his bond at $20,000 and scheduled a probable cause conference for Nov. 12. A preliminary exam is set for Nov. 19, court records said. Bartell's attorney, Harrell Milhouse, said Thursday he and his client had no comment on the case. Prosecutors allege the defendant, who established Kuzzo’s LLC and operated Kuzzo’s Chicken and Waffles in Detroit from 2015 until 2026, violated the state sales tax law. "Michigan businesses are expected to properly collect, report, and remit the sales tax they collect to the state Department of Treasury," Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said in a statement. "Sales tax revenue provides essential funding to

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Caldo Can-Cun And A Loaded Arizonian Combo Make This Michigan Mexican Restaurant A Classic

A spicy chicken rice soup comes topped with cheese, avocado, and corn strips, and it carries the name of a beach town. That alone made me curious. Then I learned the same menu offers a combo plate with four different beef dishes on it. This spot opened in 1957, and...

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MLive

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 · 6h

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Grand River Brewing In Jackson To Close For Good, Head Brewer Caleb Moore Announces

Grand River Brewing in Jackson is closing for good. Caleb Moore shared the news on Facebook, thanking everyone who showed up these last weeks. Rough stretch for local beer.

Jackson, MI · 9h

The Detroit News

40 beers on tap and $3 cover charge: Remembering the Berkley Front

Craft beers, local music, and German cuisine were all part of the experience at the Berkley Front. Opened in 1994, the two-level neighborhood destination was known for its huge selection of draft beer long before the craft beer boom of the 2000s. The draft list included local suds, West Coast favorites, and imported labels. "Beer Good / Stress Bad" read the sign over the taps, setting the mood for the laid-back bar. The cuisine complemented the beer with some German fare, soups, salads, and signature items like a hot turkey sandwich and a Reuben. Customers ate at the bar or in one of the cozy booths that filled the dining room. Music was as much of a part of the Front's identity as the beer selection. On the main floor, the jukebox stocked classic albums from the Rolling Stones, the Clash and the Ramones, as well as local releases from bands like the Go and Waxwings. The second floor was home to live music. Early on it was called the smoky "Dean Martini Lounge," but by the 2000s bands would just tell their friends "we're playing the Berkley Front." The bookings were eclectic, with nights showcasing bluesmen, college rockers, folk

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Detroit's Hygrade Deli Hopes to Reopen by End of November

For fans of Hygrade Deli at 3640 Michigan Ave. Michigan Avenue in Southwest Detroit, here's an update. The deli, which closed in December 2025, may reopen under new ownership by the end of November. "I’ve got a brief update on the deli for all you mouthwatering cornedbeef lovers," writes Stuart...

Detroit, MI · 3d

The Detroit News

Not cooking? Ideas for dining in and catering on Thanksgiving Day

Smoked turkey from Slows Bar BQ, pineapple and jalapeño slaw from Brown Iron Brewhouse, or a Fishbones Greektown buffet brunch are all options for your Thanksgiving meal this year. Restaurants, gourmet grocery stores and caterers are offering to prepare the holiday meal so you can spend the day with family or friends instead of in the kitchen. Whether you are heading to downtown Detroit the morning of Nov. 26 for the 100th America's Thanksgiving Parade, catching the Lions battle the Chicago Bears at Ford Field, or looking for somewhere in the suburbs to host your holiday meal, we've got a list of options. Read on for ideas on where to snag a reservation on Thanksgiving Day for brunch or dinner, or how to place an order for a pre-cooked feast for carryout. Dining in on Thanksgiving Atheneum Suite Hotel: Get a hearty start to the day with a brunch buffet of classic dishes and holiday favorites, plus bottomless mimosas. 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. $42.95, $21.95 ages 12 and younger. 1000 Brush, Detroit. (313) 962-2323. atheneumsuites.com/special-events . Fishbones Detroit: If you're going to America's Thanksgiving Parade or the Lions game, stop in for a buffet brunch 9 a.m.-2 p.m.,

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Banana 101.5

Grand Blanc, Get Ready! Anna's House Has An Opening Date

Big Boy's old spot on S. Saginaw is now blue and full of pancakes. Annas House opens Monday, November 16th 2026 in Grand Blanc, with mimosas alongside the breakfast.

Grand Blanc, MI · 1d

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Botanas El Paiza Brings Third Location, Casa Amigos, to Washington Township

The family behind Botanas El Paiza, the Imlay City restaurant and bar known for its quasibarras and fajita dinners, is opening a third location called Casa Amigos in Washington Township, with a target launch sometime in December 2026. The new spot will sit at 64055 Van Dyke Avenue, according to co-owner Orlando Guerrero.

Washington Township, MI · 2d

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Culver’s plans to open on West Carleton in the spring

Midwesterners, rejoice: Culver’s is set to open in Hillsdale this spring. The fast-food restaurant will be located on West Carleton Road near Aldi. Caleb Brickley, the location’s owner and operator, said construction is going well, but winter weather will determine the store’s progress and opening date. “We...

Hillsdale, MI · 1d

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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 · 12d

Cultivated Comfort

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 · 12d

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Welcome To Ohio’s Historic Polish Village, Where An Old-School Market Keeps Traditional Flavors Alive

The kielbasa recipe at this little corner market is a family secret. It has been guarded through generations, and it still starts with hand-trimmed, coarse-ground pork roast and fresh California garlic. The sausage has been made in the same Polish neighborhood since 1932. The shop has stood at its current...

Toledo, OH · 2d

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Grosse Pointe Woods, MI · 1d

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.

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