Each June, the Metro Detroit community turns its attention to Hour Detroit’s Best of Detroit Awards, an enterprise powered by reader votes for the region’s best food, shops, services, and more. We reveal the business owners, establishments, and tastemakers who have received one of the highest honors in southeast Michigan. Welcome in.
Photography by Martin Vecchio // Prop styling by Erika Patterson
Writing by Hour Detroit Staff
Arts, Entertainment, Leisure | Drinks, Eateries, Foodies
Experts, Resources, Services | Shops, Products, Brands
Whether we’re testing our luck at the Greektown slots, concert-hopping, or taking a seat in the stands at a pro sporting event, Detroiters want nothing more than to be entertained. discover the events, activities, and notable people engaging city dwellers on the daily.
Annual Sporting Event
Detroit Tigers Opening Day
Author
Kristy Robinett
Band (Original)
George Aneed
Band (Covers)
Vavoom
Bike Trail
Paint Creek
paintcreektrail.org
Bowling Alley
5 Star Lanes, Sterling Heights
fivestarlanes.com
Casino
MGM Grand Detroit, Detroit
mgmresorts.com
Charity Event
North American International Auto Show Charity Preview, Detroit
naias.com
Comedian
Bill Bushart
Comedy Club
Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, Royal Oak
comedycastle.com
Community Theatre
Stagecrafters Baldwin Theatre, Royal Oak
stagecrafters.org
Concert Venue
DTE Energy Music Theatre, Clarkston
313presents.com
Detroit Ambassador
Kid Rock
Detroit City FC Player
Cyrus Saydee
Detroit Filmmaker
Sam Logan Khaleghi
Detroit Legend
Aretha Franklin
Detroit Lions Player
Matthew Stafford
Detroit Pistons Player
Blake Griffin
Detroit Red Wings Player
Dylan Larkin
Detroit Tigers Player
Miguel Cabrera
DJ (Non-Radio)
DJ Captn20 (a.k.a. Nick Haddad)
Female Newspaper Columnist
Rochelle Riley, Detroit Free Press
Female TV Anchor
Rhonda Walker, WDIV-Channel 4
Indoor Tennis Court
Beverly Hills Racket Club, Beverly Hills
beverlyhillsclub.net
Fine Artist
Kim Frank Fujiwara
Jazz Club
Cliff Bell’s, Detroit
cliffbells.com
Male Newspaper Columnist
Mitch Albom, Detroit Free Press
Male TV Anchor
Devin Scillian, WDIV-Channel 4
Michigan Vacation Spot
Traverse City
Museum
Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit
dia.org
Newspaper
Detroit Free Press
freep.com
Outdoor Festival
Movement Electronic Festival
movement.us
Place to Hear Bands
DTE Energy Music Theatre, Clarkston
313presents.com
Place to Learn to Dance
Next Step Broadway, Birmingham
nextstepbroadway.com
Place to See a First-Run Movie
Emagine Entertainment theatres, Multiple Locations
emagine-entertainment.com
Place to See an Art Film
Detroit Film Theatre at the DIA
dia.org
Pool Hall
Snookers’ Pool & Pub, Multiple Locations
Private Golf Course
Oakland Hills Country Club, Bloomfield Hills
oaklandhillscc.com
Public Art Installation
Eastern Market Murals
muralsinthemarket.com
Public Golf Course
Shepherd’s Hollow Golf Club, Clarkston
shepherdshollow.com
Radio DJ
Mojo, Channel 955 (WKQI 95.5-FM)
Radio News
WWJ 950-AM;
wwjnewsradio.radio.com
Radio Program
Dave & Chuck the Freak, 101 WRIF-FM
wrif.com
Radio Station
Channel 955 (WKQI 95.5-FM)
channel955.iheart.com
Radio Voice
Paul W. Smith, WJR 760-AM
Radio Station With the Best Playlist
Channel 955 (WKQI 95.5-FM)
channel955.iheart.com
Running Route
Paint Creek
Scenic Drive
Lakeshore Drive in Grosse Pointe
Special-Event Venue
Infinity and Ovation Yacht Charters, St. Clair Shores;
infinityandovation.com
Sports Play-by-Play
97.1 The Ticket (WXYT-FM); 971theticket.radio.com
Sportscaster
Bernie Smilovitz, WDIV-Channel 4
Talk-Radio Host
Mike Valenti, 97.1 The Ticket (WXYT-FM)
Traffic Reporter
Kim DeGiulio, WDIV-Channel 4
TV Newscast
WDIV-Channel 4
clickondetroit.com
TV-Talk Host
Dr. Partha Nandi, WXYZ-Channel 7
Up-and-Coming Performer (Tie)
One Single Rose
onesinglerose.com
Marshall Brown
Visual Artist
Malak Wazne
Weather Forecaster
Dave Rexroth, WXYZ-Channel 7
Website
Every Linear Mile
everylinearmile.com
It’s an indisputable fact that Detroit is one of the nation’s fastest-growing food meccas. With Concept restaurants and artisan cafes springing up at every corner, it can be tedious to sift through the options. So, we asked the best in the business — That’s You! — To select the best of 2019’s culinary scene.
24-Hour Restaurant
O.W.L., Royal Oak
owlwoodward.com
Appetizers
CITY:
San Morello
sanmorello.com
SUBURB:
Vinsetta Garage, Berkley
vinsettagarage.com
Bagels
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
New York Bagel
newyorkbagel-detroit.com
SINGLE LOCATION:
Detroit Institute of Bagels, Detroit
detroitinstituteofbagels.com
Restaurant with Deck/Outdoor Seating
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Townhouse, Detroit and Birmingham
eatattownhouse.com
SINGLE LOCATION:
Mike’s on the Water, St. Clair Shores
mikesonthewater.com
Barbecue
CITY:
Slow’s BarBq
slowsbarbq.com
SUBURB:
Woodpile, Clawson
woodpilebbqshack.com
Bar for Business Deals
Ambassador Cigars and Spirits, Troy
ambassadorcigar.com
Bartender
Robert Daleski, La Lanterna
Beer Selection
CITY:
8 Degrees Plato
8degreesplato.com
SUBURB:
Brown Iron Brewhouse, Washington
browniron.com
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Hopcat
hopcat.com
Beer Store
8 Degrees Plato, Detroit
8degreesplato.com
Bloody Mary
SINGLE LOCATION:
Brown Iron Brewhouse, Washington
browniron.com
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Vivio’s Food & Spirits
viviosdetroit.net or vivioswarrenmi.com
Burger (Macomb)
Shamrock Irish Pub, Utica
shamrockpubutica.com
Burger (Oakland)
Redcoat Tavern, Royal Oak
248-549-0300
Burger (Wayne)
Miller’s Bar, Dearborn
millersbar.com
Business Breakfast
CITY:
Dime Store
eatdimestore.com
SUBURB:
Beverly Hills Grill, Beverly Hills
beverlyhillsgrill.com
Candy Shop
Mrs. Mason’s Co., Royal Oak
mrsmasons.com
Carry-Out
CITY:
Bucharest Grill, Multiple locations
bucharestgrill.com
Cheap Eats
Green Dot Stables, Detroit
greendotstables.com
Chef
Bobby Nahra, Owner, Encore Catering & Banquet Center; Resident Chef; Fox 2 News
Chicken Wings (Local)
CITY:
Sweetwater Tavern
sweetwatertavern.net
SUBURB:
Detroit Wing Co., Eastpointe
detroitwingco.com
Chinese
CITY:
The Peterboro
thepeterboro.com
SUBURB:
Mon Jin Lau, Troy
monjinlau.com
Cider Mill
Blake’s Cider Mill, Armada
blakefarms.com
Cigar Bar
Ambassador Cigars and Spirits, Troy
ambassadorcigar.com
Chocolate Shop Chocolatier
Mrs. Mason’s Co., Royal Oak
mrsmasons.com
Choice for a Local Celebrity Dinner Companion
Kid Rock
Choice for a Local Political Dinner Companion
Mike Duggan
Cicerone
Zachary Typinski, Urbanrest Brewing Co.
Classic Artisan Cocktail
CITY:
The Sugar House
sugarhousedetroit.com
SUBURB:
The Oakland Art Novelty Co., Ferndale
theoaklandferndale.com
Coney Island
Lafayette Coney Island, Detroit
313-964-8198
Cookies
Detroit Cookie Co., Ferndale
detroitcookieco.com
Craft Distillery
Two James Spirits, Detroit
twojames.com
Creative Breakfast Menu
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Toast
eatattoast.com
SINGLE LOCATION:
Dime Store, Detroit
eatdimestore.com
Cupcakes
Cupcake Station, Multiple Locations
cupcakestation.com
Deli
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Vince & Joes
vinceandjoes.com
SINGLE LOCATION (Tie):
Stage Deli West Bloomfield
thestagedeli.com
Steve’s Deli, Bloomfield Hills
stevesdeli.com
Dive Bar
The Old Miami, Detroit
313-831-3830
Doughnuts
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Donut Bar + Coffee
donutbardetroit.com
SINGLE LOCATION:
Dutch Girl Donuts, Detroit
313-368-3020
Ethnic Food Market
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Nino Salvaggio
ninosalvaggio.com
SINGLE LOCATION:
Honey Bee La Colmena, Detroit
313-237-0295
Farmers Market
CITY:
Eastern Market
easternmarket.org
SUBURB:
Royal Oak Farmers Market, Royal Oak
romi.gov
Fine Spirits Shop
Red Wagon, Multiple Locations
redwagonshoppe.com
Fish Market (Non-Chain)
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Nino Salvaggio
ninosalvaggio.com
SINGLE LOCATION:
Noble Fish, Clawson
noblefish.com
Fish ‘n’ Chips
CITY:
Scotty Simpson’s Fish & Chips
scottysfishandchips.com
SUBURB:
The Lodge Grill and Bar, Keego Harbor
lodgegrillandbar.com
Food Truck
Nosh Pit
noshpitdetroit.com
Freebie
Eastern Market, Detroit
easternmarket.org
French
Bistro 82, Royal Oak
bistro82.com
French Fries (Local)
Hop Cat, Multiple Locations
hopcat.com
Gluten-Free Menu
Brown Iron Brewhouse, Washington
browniron.com
Gourmet Market
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Nino Salvaggio
ninosalvaggio.com
SINGLE LOCATION:
Holiday Market, Royal Oak
holiday-market.com
Greek
Pegasus Taverna, Multiple Locations
pegasustavernas.com
Happy Hour (Tie)
Otus Supply
otussupply.com
Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse
hydeparkrestaurants.com
Ice Cream Parlor
Ray’s Ice Cream, Royal Oak
raysicecream.com
Independent Coffeehouse
Espresso Elevado, Plymouth
espressoelevado.com
Indian
Priya, Troy
priyacuisine.com
Italian
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Antonio’s Cucina Italiana
antoniosrestaurants.com
SINGLE LOCATION – CITY:
Mario’s
mariosdetroit.com
SINGLE LOCATION – SUBURB:
Da Francesco’s Ristorante and Bar, Shelby Township
dafrancescos.com
Japanese
Adachi, Birmingham
adachirestaurant.com
Korean
New Seoul Plaza, Southfield
newseoulplaza.com
Lesbian Bar
Soho, Ferndale
ferndalesoho.com
Locally Made Beer
CITY:
Atwater Brewery
atwaterbeer.com
SUBURB:
Griffin Claw Brewing Co., Birmingham
griffinclawbrewingcompany.com
STATE:
Bell’s Brewery, Kalamazoo
bellsbeer.com
Locally Made Spirits
Valentine Distilling Co., Ferndale
valentinedistilling.com
Locally Owned Bakery
CITY (Tie):
For the Love of Sugar
fortheloveofsugar.com
Sister Pie
sisterpie.com
SUBURB:
Love & Buttercream, Birmingham
loveandbuttercream.com
Locally Produced Food Brand
Better Made Snack Foods, Detroit
bettermade.com
Location for a First Date
CITY (Three-Way Tie):
Detroit Institute of Arts
dia.org
San Morello
sanmorello.com
Willis Show Bar
willisshowbar.com
SUBURB: Detroit Zoo, Royal Oak
detroitzoo.org
Maître D
Tiffany Best, Prime + Proper
Male Gay Bar
Soho, Ferndale
ferndalesoho.com
Mexican
CITY:
Mexican Village
mexicanvillagefood.com
SUBURB:
Sagebrush Cantina, Lake Orion
mysagebrushcantina.com
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
El Charro
elcharrousa.com
Michigan-Made Wine
Chateau Grand Traverse, Traverse City
cgtwines.com
Michigan Winery
Black Star Farms, Traverse City
blackstarfarms.com
Middle Eastern
La Saj Lebanese Bistro, Multiple Locations
lasaj.com
National Chain We Wish We Had Here
In-N-Out Burger
in-n-out.com
Neighborhood Bar
Abick’s Bar, Detroit
313-894-9329
New Bar
Evening Bar, Detroit
eveningbar.com
Organic Produce
Nino Salvaggio, Multiple Locations
ninosalvaggio.com
Pancakes
The Original Pancake House, Multiple Locations
originalpancakehouse.com
Picnic Spot
Belle Isle, Detroit
belleisleconservancy.org
Pizza
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Buddy’s Pizza
buddyspizza.com
SINGLE LOCATION:
Supino Pizzeria, Detroit
supinopizzeria.com
Place for a Business Lunch
San Morello, Detroit
sanmorello.com
Place for Late-Night Dining
O.W.L., Royal Oak
owlwoodward.com
Place for Nightcaps After the Show
Evening Bar, Detroit
eveningbar.com
Place to Buy a Cake
Holiday Market, Royal Oak
holiday-market.com
Place to Have Dinner Before a Show
Mario’s, Detroit
mariosdetroit.com
Pop-Up Dining Experience
Street Beet
313-312-4669
streetbeetdetroit.com
Raw Juice or Smoothie
Beyond Juicery + Eatery, Multiple Locations
beyondjuicedetroit.com
Restaurant Ambience
Prime + Proper, Detroit
primeandproperdetroit.com
Restaurant Dessert
Prime + Proper, Detroit
primeandproperdetroit.com
Restaurant for General Excellence
Prime + Proper, Detroit
primeandproperdetroit.com
Restaurant to Take Out-of-Towners
Prime + Proper, Detroit
primeandproperdetroit.com
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
Greenspace Café, Ferndale
greenspacecafe.com
Ribs
Slow’s BBQ, Detroit
slowsbarbq.com
Romantic Restaurant
CITY:
Prime + Proper
primeandproperdetroit.com
SUBURB:
Café Cortina, Farmington Hills
cafecortina.com
Sandwich
CITY: Mudgie’s Deli
mudgiesdeli.com
HONORABLE MENTION
Brush Park Newcomer Chili Mustard Onions gets our vote in the Best Coney category as a top destination for a vegan take on a classic coney dog.
Seafood (Non-chain)
CITY:
Joe Muer Seafood
joemuer.com
SUBURB:
Streetside Seafood, Birmingham
streetsideseafood.com
Attentive Service
CITY:
Prime + Proper
primeandproperdetroit.com
SUBURB:
Joe Muer, Bloomfield Hills
joemuer.com
Social Media Star
Chow Down Detroit
Sommelier
RETAILER:
Madeline Triffon, Plum Market
RESTAURANT:
Liz Martinez, Prime + Proper
Soul Food
CITY:
Detroit Vegan Soul
detroitvegansoul.com
SUBURB:
Beans & Cornbread, Southfield
beanscornbread.com
Soup
CHAIN:
Zoup!, Multiple Locations
zoup.com
INDEPENDENT:
Russell Street Deli, Detroit
russellstreetdeli.com
Sports Bar
Lodge Grill and Bar, Keego Harbor
lodgegrillandbar.com
Street-Level Window Seat
CITY (tie):
San Morello
sanmorello.com
Prime + Proper
primeandproperdetroit.com
SUBURB:
Townhouse, Birmingham
eatattownhouse.com
Store to Buy Produce
Nino Salvaggio, Multiple Locations
ninosalvaggio.com
Sunday Brunch
CITY:
Dime Store
eatdimestore.com
SUBURB:
The Fed, Clarkston
thefedcommunity.com
Sushi
Noble Fish, Clawson
noblefish.com
Thai
Sy Thai, Troy
sythaitroy.com
Vegetarian Menu
CITY:
Seva
sevarestaurant.com
SUBURB:
Veg-O-Rama, Ypsilanti
veg-o-rama.com
Vietnamese
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Pho Lucky
pholucky.net
SINGLE LOCATION – CITY:
Flowers of Vietnam
313-554-2085
SINGLE LOCATION – SUBURB:
Da Nang Restaurant, Clawson
danangrestaurant.com
View from a Restaurant
Joe Muer’s Seafood, Detroit
joemuer.com
Wine Bar
Michigan by the Bottle, Multiple Locations
mbtbtasting.com
Wine List
CITY:
Prime + Proper
primeandproperdetroit.com
SUBURB:
Michigan By the Bottle Tasting Room, Multiple Locations
mbtbtasting.com
Wine Store
CITY (Tie):
The Royce
theroycedetroit.com
House of Pure Vin
houseofpurevin.com
SUBURB:
Nino Salvaggio, Multiple Locations
ninosalvaggio.com
From florists and dressmakers to fitness trainers and hairstylists, the professionals that offer their services in metro Detroit continue to impress. particularly, This year’s winners prove time and time again how valuable each of their chosen expertise is.
Auto Detailing
Jax Kar Wash, Multiple Locations
jaxkarwash.com
Barber
Detroit Barber Co. Barbershop & Brand, Ferndale
detroitbarbers.com
Car Wash
Jax Kar Wash, Multiple Locations
jaxkarwash.com
Caterer
Vince & Joe’s Gourmet Market, Multiple Locations
vinceandjoes.com
Childcare Services
Michigan Babysitter
michiganbabysitter.com
Custom Framing
Michael’s, Multiple Locations
michaels.com
Divorce Lawyer
Jeffrey Abood, Birmingham
Doggie Daycare
Bark-a-Bout, Shelby Township
barkabout.net
Dressmaker
Ashley Harris Designs
ashleyharrisdesign.wixsite.com/ashleymharrisdesign
Dry Cleaner
Huntington Cleaners, Huntington Woods
huntingtoncleaners.com
Florist
Viviano Flower Shop, Multiple Locations
viviano.com
Gym
Ohana Fitness & Wellness, Shelby Township
ohanafitnessandwellness.com
Hair Salon
6 Salon, Multiple Locations
sixsalon.com
Local Charity
Detroit Dog Rescue, St. Clair Shores
detroitdogrescue.com
Massage
Rivage Day Spa, Birmingham
rivagedayspa.com
Pet Grooming
Bark-a-Bout, Shelby Township
barkabout.net
Place to Dock Your Boat
Detroit Yacht Club, Detroit
dyc.com
Portrait Photographer
Falcon Film Studios
falconfilmstudios.com
Realtor
Nicole McAvoy, Birmingham
Salon for a Blowout
6 Salon, Multiple Locations
sixsalon.com
Salon for a Makeover
6 Salon, Multiple Locations
sixsalon.com
Salon or Spa for a Facial
Face Skincare Medical Wellness, Bingham Farms
facebeautyscience.com
Salon or Spa for a Manicure
The Ten Nail Bar, Detroit
thetendetroit.com
Salon or Spa for a Pedicure
Rivage Day Spa, Birmingham
rivagedayspa.com
Shoe Repair
Frank’s Shoe Service, Birmingham
248-647-3530
Spa
Rivage Day Spa, Birmingham
rivagedayspa.com
Tailor Alterations
The Sewing Room, Utica
thesewingroomutica.com
Transportation Service- Limo
Detroit Classic Cars, Dearborn
detroitclassiccarrentals.com
Travel Agency
Australia 2000, Birmingham
australia2000travel.com
Wedding Photographer
Autumn Thornsberry Photography, Detroit
athornsphoto.com
Wedding Planner
A June Event, West Bloomfield Township
ajuneevent.com
Veterinarian
Maple Veterinary Hospital, Troy
mvhvet.com
Yoga Studio
Citizen Yoga, Multiple Locations
citizenyogastudio.com
Colorful Character
David C. McKnight, Farmington Hills
emeraldcitydesigns.com
Makeup Artist
Alexandria Bishop
Personal Trainer
FEMALE:
Deborah Linley
MALE:
John C. Cook
Photographer
Malak Wazne
Metro Detroit has proved to be a shopper’s paradise. From jewelers that carry the best bling to carefully curated boutiques and comic book stores stacked with the latest releases, there’s plenty of options for those looking to indulge in a healthy dose of retail therapy.
Accessories Store
Lace Boutique, Troy
shoplacebridal.com
Auto Dealership
George Matick Chevrolet, Redford
matickchevy.com
Beauty Products
Ulta, Multiple Locations
ulta.com
Home Goods
Home Goods, Multiple Locations
homegoods.com
Lifestyle Products
Detroit Grooming Co., Ferndale
detroitgrooming.com
Big and Tall Shop
Suit Depot, Multiple Locations
thesuitdepot.com
Comic Book Store
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Vault of Midnight
vaultofmidnight.com
SINGLE LOCATION:
Green Brain Comics, Dearborn
greenbraincomics.com
Detroit Souvenir
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Pure Detroit
shop.puredetroit.com
SINGLE LOCATION:
Leon & Lulu, Clawson
leonandlulu.com
Estate Jewelry
Miner’s Den Jewelers, Royal Oak
minersden.com
Fabric Store
Haberman Fabrics, Clawson
habermanfabrics.com
Fine Antiques
Knightsbridge Antiques Mall, Northville
248-344-7200
Furniture Store
SINGLE LOCATION:
Leon & Lulu, Clawson
leonandlulu.com
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Art Van
artvan.com
Gift Registry (Chain)
Bed, Bath, & Beyond, Multiple Locations
bedbathandbeyond.com
Gift Shop
Leon & Lulu, Clawson
leonandlulu.com
Gift-Wrapping Service
Talulah Belle, Rochester
talulahbelle.com
Independent Hardware Store
Frentz & Sons Hardware, Royal Oak
frentzandsons.com
Independent Store Owner
Mary Liz Curtin, Leon & Lulu
leonandlulu.com
Jeweler
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Tapper’s
tappers.com
SINGLE LOCATION:
Radiant Fine Jewelry, Plymouth
radiant-fine-jewelry.business.site
Lingerie Store
Harp’s, Birmingham
248-642-2555
Luxury Bed Table Linens
Cristions Fine Linen & Down, Birmingham
248-723-3337
Men’s Clothing Store
Suit Depot, Oak Park
thesuitdepot.com
New Book Selection (Independent)
The Book Beat, Oak Park
thebookbeat.com
Nursery/Greenhouse
Bordine’s, Multiple Locations
bordines.com

HONORABLE MENTION
Good Neighbor, a new arrival in the Shinola Hotel alley, is a go-to spot for clothing and accessories from brands that source mindfully and manufacture ethically.
Optical Shop
INDEPENDENT:
Optik Birmingham, Birmingham
optikbirmingham.com
CHAIN:
See
seeeyewear.com
Personalized Service
Custom Swimwear by Exelnt Designs, Royal Oak
customswimwear.com
Pet Supplies
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Premier Pet Supply
premierpetsupply.com
SINGLE LOCATION:
City Bark, Detroit
citydetroitbark.com
Place for Cutting-Edge Fashions
Bird Bee, Detroit
shopbirdbee.com
Place to be Fitted for a Suit
INDEPENDENT:
The Suit Depot, Oak Park
thesuitdepot.com
CHAIN:
Men’s Wearhouse
menswearhouse.com
Place to Buy Appliances
LOCAL:
Witbeck, West Bloomfield Township
witbeckappliance.com
CHAIN:
ABC Warehouse
abcwarehouse.com
Place to Buy a Bicycle
D&D Bicycles & Hockey, Multiple Locations
ddbicyclesandhockey.com
Place to Buy a Bridal Gown
The Wedding Shoppe, Berkley
theweddingshoppe.net
Place to Buy an Engagement Ring
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Tapper’s
tappers.com
SINGLE LOCATION:
Miner’s Den Jewelers, Royal Oak
minersden.com
Place to Buy Bridesmaid Dresses
The Wedding Shoppe, Berkley
theweddingshoppe.net
Place to Buy Electronics (Non-Chain)
American Jewelry and Loan, Multiple Locations
pawndetroit.com
Place to Buy Jeans
Caruso Caruso, Birmingham
carusocaruso.net
Place to Buy Kids Clothes
Little High Flyers, Detroit
littlehighflyers.com
Place to Buy Musical Instruments
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS:
Guitar Center
guitarcenter.com
SINGLE LOCATION:
The Berkley Music Co.
248-543-3900
Place to Buy Original Art
Jacqueline Drake Gallery, Franklin
artofjacquelinedrake.com
Place to Buy Sports Equipment
INDEPENDENT:
Carl’s Golfland Tennis, Bloomfield Hills
carlsgolfland.com
CHAIN:
Dick’s Sporting Goods
dickssportinggoods.com
Place to Buy Stationery
Lee’s Specialty, Bloomfield Hills
leesspecialty.com
Place to Buy Toys (Non-Chain)
Toyology, Multiple Locations
toyologytoys.com
Place to Buy Women’s Plus-Sizes
INDEPENDENT:
Hips Resale Boutique
havehips.com
CHAIN:
Avenue
avenue.com
Place to Find One-of-a-Kind Dresses
Peacock Room, Detroit
313-559-5500
Place to Order Wedding Invitations
Lace Boutique, Troy
shoplacebridal.com
Place to Shop for Local Crafts (Non-Chain)
The Rust Belt Market, Ferndale
rustbeltmarket.com
Record Store
Found Sound, Ferndale
248-565-8775
Resale Consignment Shop
Hips Resale Boutique, Clawson
havehips.com
Salvage Furnishings
Salvation Army, Multiple Locations
salvationarmyusa.org
Shop for Athletic Wear
Lululemon, Multiple Locations
shop.lululemon.com
Shopping District (Non-Mall)
Birmingham
Smoke Shop
Ambassador Cigar and Spirits, Troy
ambassadorcigar.com
Used Bookstore
John K. King, Detroit
rarebooklink.com
Vintage Clothing Store
Lost and Found Vintage, Royal Oak
lostandfoundvintage.com
Women’s Clothing Store
Ferne Boutique, Detroit
ferneboutique.shoplightspeed.com
Women’s Evening Wear
Peacock Room, Detroit
313-559-5500
Other Winners…
Building Worth Saving
Michigan Central Station
Detroit Cliche to Ban
Detroit vs. Everybody
Detroit Comeback
Michigan Central Station
Downtown Skyscraper
Renaissance Center
Revival
Michigan Central Station
Hotel
CITY:
Shinola Hotel
SUBURB:
The Townsend Hotel, Birmingham
Politician Recall
L. Brooks Patterson
Political Rising Star
John James
Private Club
CITY:
Detroit Athletic Club
SUBURB:
The Village Club, Bloomfield Hills
Detroit Brand Automaker
Ford Motor Co.
Detroit Brand Car Division
Chevrolet
Detroit Brand Car Model
Ford Mustang
Detroit-Based Top Auto Executive
Mary Barra
Local Loudmouth
Geoffrey Fieger
Best Apartment Condo Loft
CITY:
Philip Houze
SUBURB (Tie):
Adams Woods Condominium, Bloomfield Hills
District Lofts, Birmingham
Inner Ring Suburb
Ferndale
Take a look back at past Best of Detroit winners:
Best of Detroit 2018
Best of Detroit 2017
Best of Detroit 2016
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