2. Giovanni's Ristorante
8.7
330 S Oakwood (Powell St), Detroit, MI
Italian Restaurant · Southwest Detroit · 24 tips and reviews
Ann Stofflet: Go to Giovanni's Ristorante, get anything on the menu, thank me later. Awesome, authentic Italian food in Detroit. Read more.
Michael Siegel: Hands down best and most authentic Italian in metro Detroit. A true gem. Make sure to start of with the calimari!
VisitDetroit: Off the beaten path, Givoanni’s Ristorante offers an authentic and delicious Italian experience.
7. Buddy's Pizza
9.4
17125 Conant St (at McNichols Rd.), Detroit, MI
Pizzeria · State Fair-Nolan · 43 tips and reviews
Leonora Winston: Great place to sit, watch a game, and enjoy authentic pizza!
Brian Strauss: Some of the best pizza I've ever had. Loved the "Detroiter" pepperoni and basil for the win. Very friendly staff. Old school comfort at its best.
Michael Ritz: Love the original Buddy's. been going there over 30 years since I was a little tyke.
Brian Ambrozy: Congratulations, Detroit. As a reward for your proximity and friendliness towards Canada, you are hereby granted actual, authentic poutine.
Pierre A.: Excellent quality food, vegan, healthy and delicious. Great service, too. I loved it.
Eater: Delicious, greasy food for the masses. With poutine brunch options and hangover meals done right, the Brooklyn Street Local is a new local favorite. [Eater 38 Member]
11. Slows Bar-B-Q
8.9
2138 Michigan Ave (at 14th St), Detroit, MI
BBQ Joint · Corktown · 337 tips and reviews
BareBones Detroit: Go to Slows. Sample a local brew on tap, have some macaroni and cheese, sit on the patio,and enjoy your authentic Detroit dining experience. Read more.
JenKudu: I'm from Alabama and can confirm the Alabama Catfish is legit! Cornbread is real authentic too :)
Nicole Rovig: Everything is good! Be hungry. Authentic BBQ. Great value and ambiance. Recommend the “Hot Mess”...it was awesome!
14. Takoi
9.1
2520 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI
Asian Restaurant · Corktown · 23 tips and reviews
Jamie Delaney: Grilled peaches & crispy spare ribs will forever have my heart. The hot sour chicken dumplings are also on point.
Anders Johnson: The atmosphere is awesome. Such a cool place to hang out on a date or with friends.
Anne Hack: We have a business dinner for 12 & did a 6 course tasting dinner. Everything was amazing. The ambience was so relaxing yet chic. I've been recommending Katoi ever since & already planning to go back.