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Things To Do In Detroit
Anna's House
Anna's House is our number 1 favorite brunch spot!
Shatila Bakery
Shatila Bakery is home of America's best Baklava. If you haven't been to Shatila, you haven't been to metro-Detroit. Founded in 1979 by Riad Shatila, their mission is to bake the highest quality, authentic Mediterranean pastries. Using the only the best ingredients, from Turkish pistachios to Brazilian cashews and California walnuts, wrapped in thin, crispy filo dough and swabbed with melted butter, their premium pastries suit every customer’s need: from the family table to business and holiday gifts. Authentic, premium pastries: from their family to yours.
New Yasmeen Bakery
New Yasmeen Bakery is a family favorite for authentic Lebanese bakery items like Za'atar, meat pies, cheese pies, etc. You can order and dine in, and/or order some Lebanese goodies for the road!
Khalaf Grill
New local favorite!
Al Ameer
Al Ameer is the bride's Family Favorite for authentic Lebanese flavors.
First Watch
First Watch is the perfect local place for brunch/lunch! We went on many dates here.
Hashems Nuts & Coffee Gallery
Nut roastery that also sells middle eastern candy. Visit this shop for snacks and goodies for the drive back home!
Qahwah House
Qahwah House is a premium Yemani Coffee shop where you can explore new flavors and traditions that your tastebuds will never forget! Explore the other restaurants in Downtown Dearborn while you're here.
Senate Coney Island & Restaurant
Senate Coney Island & Restaurant is a Michigan favorite for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and/or dinner when you're hungry but don't know what you want to eat! A little bit of everything to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters.
Lava Lounge Too
Lava Lounge Too is one of the many favorite hookah lounges. Offers variety of flavors and delicious food as well!
Downtown Dearborn
Downtown Dearborn also known as West Dearborn is full of flavors to explore at coffee places like The Great Commoner and Qahwah House, and restaurants such as Modern Greek, LA Bistro and more!
Downtown Plymouth
Downtown Plymouth is a 10-15 minute drive from our wedding location. Many delicious restaurants and lovely fountain park perfect for lunch and afternoon walk! Local favorites include: The Plymouth Coffee Bean Cafe, Ironwood Bar and Grill, and Dairy King Ice Cream.
Downtown Farmington
Downtown Farmington is just 5 to 10 minutes from our venue filled with restaurants, shopping, and park/pavilion for people watching. Recommended places include MiMosa for brunch and Basement Burger Bar for lunch!
Detroit Institute of Arts
The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) is an art museum where we had our first date! Many beautiful paintings, statues, and exhibits to explore!
Henry Ford Museum
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation is the bride's favorite place to visit growing up. The Henry Ford showcases collections of authentic artifacts and stories from the American experiences of innovation, ingenuity and resourcefulness, with exhibits like the Kennedy Limousine, Rosa Parks Bus, and the Lincoln Chair! Check out the neighboring Greenfield Village for more American history.
Greenfield Village
Greenfield Village is part of the Henry Ford Estate, and one of the bride's favorite places to visit growing up. Explore 300 years of American perseverance, right next door to the Henry Ford Museum. Step foot in the lab where Thomas Edison had his lightbulb moment or the workshop where the Wright brothers taught us to reach for the sky. Take a ride in a real Model T, or a walk through four working farms. Rub shoulders with world-class artisans, and explore the place where America’s can-do spirit inspires you to go out and get it done.
Bates Burgers
One of Joes absolute favorite burger spots. Joe says its like a high-end White Castle burger but way better than White Castle... its a must