Detroit continues to receive positive national attention with the latest shoutout coming via Travel + Leisure.
Over the weekend, the publication published a glowing feature on the city titled “I Live in the Midwest—This Is the Most Underrated City Everyone Should Visit Once.” Journalist Iona Brannon highlighted many of Detroit’s attractions, including neighborhoods, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, and much more.
Brannon notes, “Here, visitors will find a walkable downtown centered around a restored plaza and a meandering riverwalk. The city also has a rich arts and culture scene.”
In response to the piece, Claude Molinari, President & CEO of Visit Detroit, said, “We are appreciative of ‘Travel + Leisure’ for documenting what so many of us know so well – that Detroit is on an incredible trajectory, and our momentum has never been higher.”
“From music to sports to culinary to design to a rapidly growing riverfront and much more, Detroit has it all. Our region is deserving of the national attention it continues to receive, and we couldn’t be more excited about what lies ahead in the future.”
Detroit Businesses and Attractions Nominated for 2026’s “Best of Detroit”
The piece from Travel + Leisure highlighted several businesses and attractions that are also featured on the 2026 “Best of Detroit” finalists ballot. Listed below is a breakdown of all of the nominees mentioned and their corresponding award categories.
Don’t forget: Voting for 2026’s “Best of Detroit” closes on March 9 at 11:59 p.m. The full ballot can be viewed here. As you check out the ballot, please be mindful of the do’s and don’ts while voting.
Food
African food
Baobab Fare
Bakery (desserts)
Warda Pâtisserie
Barbecue restaurant
Slows Bar BQ
Butcher shop/deli
Marrow
Diner
Norm’s Diner
Japaneses restaurant
Ima
Polish restaurant
Rose’s Fine Food
Pho
Ima
Pie
Sister Pie
Ramen
Ima
Restaurant (Detroit)
Ladder 4
Sandwich shop
Mudgie’s
Sustainable restaurant
Baobab Fare
Drink
Bar/lounge to take a client
Evening Bar
Bar/lounge to take a date
Evening Bar
Happy hour
Ima
Place to drink outdoors
Father Forgive Me
Motor City Wine
Wine bar
Bar Chenin
Ladder 4
Motor City Wine
Retail
Chocolate/chocolatier
Bon Bon Bon
Farmers market
Eastern Market
Gift Shop
City Bird
Leather goods
Shinola
Sustainable store
Eugenie
Women’s boutique
Eugenie
Arts & Entertainment
Museum (arts)
Detroit Institute of Arts
Club for live entertainment
Cliff Bell’s
Jazz club
Cliff Bell’s
Services
Hotel
Shinola Hotel
Hotel David Whitney Autograph Collection
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