Kelly's Guidebook
Food scene
Super close and super yummy! Great for breakfast. Limited seating since it’s a small diner.
6 locals recommend
Hilton Road Cafe
3150 Hilton RdSuper close and super yummy! Great for breakfast. Limited seating since it’s a small diner.
Inn Season Cafe
500 E 4th StCalling all vegetarians! This is a great dine-in option for you.
RE BBQ
600 Woodward HeightsOpen Th-Sat 3-7:30pm. Find their menu on Instagram. Changes daily.
Shopping
Rail & Anchor
502 S Washington AveGreat shop for unique Michigan finds.
Elaine B Jewelry
22961 Woodward AvenueLadies! This is my place for all things bling. Simple designs, reasonable prices.
Sightseeing
Motown Museum
2648 W Grand BlvdOne of the best tours, ever.
Active/Sport
Dequindre Cut
Dequindre Cut GreenwayGreat daytime walk from Eastern Market to Detroit’s riverfront.
Ever heard of feather bowling? This is one of few places in the country where you can rent a lane.
28 locals recommend
Cadieux Cafe
4300 Cadieux RdEver heard of feather bowling? This is one of few places in the country where you can rent a lane.
The Fowling Warehouse
3901 Christopher StWho wouldn’t want to throw a football at bowling pins?
City advice
Ways to save
Street Parking
Royal Oak & Ferndale: Metered parking on the street and within surface parking lots is always free until 11 a.m. on Monday through Saturday, all day Sunday and all day during civic holidays. Still pay close attention to all signs before you park!
Useful phrases
“Pop” Not Soda
Don’t ask why. It’s just a Michigander thing. :)