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Egg rolls are a beloved comfort food, offering a delightful crunch and a burst of flavorful fillings with each bite. In Metro Detroit, several local businesses have mastered the art of creating exceptional egg rolls that leave a lasting impression. Whether you prefer traditional flavors or unique twists, these spots are sure to satisfy your egg roll cravings.
SISTA ROLES STREET EATS
23019 West Outer Drive, Allen Park
With its vibrant offerings, Sista Roles Street Eats brings a creative flair to the egg roll scene. The menu features an array of inventive egg rolls that blend diverse flavors and ingredients. Popular choices include the 313, filled with ground beef, corned beef, bacon, cheddar, and mozzarella, and the veggie hibachi, with grilled mixed vegetables, rice, and garlic butter. Other combinations include pizza, cheeseburger, honey bourbon chicken, chicken broccoli alfredo, shawarma, and stuffed salmon, to name a few. For dessert, check out the peach cobbler egg roll or the Sista Chips, made of fried egg roll pieces topped with cinnamon and sugar. Each ‘role’ is hot and crispy, perfect for snacking or grabbing a few for a meal.
EGG ROLL DIVA
EggRollDiva is a cherished business born from a family recipe that dates back to 1988. The founder, Belinda Beard, known as the Egg Roll Diva, has turned her mother’s turkey egg roll recipe into a thriving enterprise. “My mother was naturally skilled in culinary arts and created the original ground turkey egg roll recipe. Her dream was to open a restaurant and share her passion with the world,” she recalls. With a food truck, EggRollDiva offers a range of delicious egg rolls that have garnered rave reviews. Some popular choices are corned beef, crab rangoon, and southwestern egg rolls. Each roll is a testament to Belinda’s culinary legacy and her dedication to delivering joy through food. Keep up with EggRollDiva on social media to see where the truck will be popping up next!
BROWN IRON BREWHOUSE
57695 Van Dyke Road, Washington
30955 Woodward Avenue, Royal Oak
Brown Iron Brewhouse may be known for its diverse beer menu, but its egg roll appetizer is noteworthy as well. The brisket cheesesteak egg rolls are scratch-made, and filled with their smoked Texas brisket, cheddar Jack, caramelized onion, and sautéed bell peppers, served with a side of avocado crema and pickled red onions. Pair these with the crispy garlic dill pickles, chipotle buffalo boneless wings, or the baked elote dip for a delicious selection of appetizers to split. The welcoming atmosphere and extensive tap list make Brown Iron Brewhouse a great spot to enjoy delicious menu selections and more.
AVENUE AMERICAN BISTRO
3632 Elizabeth Street, Wayne
Avenue American Bistro offers a laid-back dining experience with a menu that includes some excellent culinary creativity. On the menu, you can find two standout egg roll options: buffalo chicken and Reuben. The Reuben rolls are made with local corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, scallions, and scratch-made thousand island dressing. The buffalo chicken rolls, on the other hand, feature wood-fired chicken, cream cheese, cheddar, lime crema, and dusted with house buffalo ranch seasoning, a perfect ode to the beloved buffalo chicken dip so many of us enjoy. These egg rolls are all hand-rolled and are a great appetizer to get your meal started with.
BARREL HOUSE
22740 Woodward Avenue, Ferndale
Barrel House is a whiskey bar and restaurant, featuring local and homemade food along with a variety of bourbon and whiskey-based drinks. One menu item especially made for us Detroiters is the coney dog egg rolls. These are filled with coney Franks, chili sauce, and cheese and served with mustard and cheese sauce. The rolls are great for when you want those special coney dog flavors without the bun. Other apps to check out include the beet salad, crab arancini, and the roasted garlic ricotta dip, with heirloom tomato caper jam and grilled flatbread.
ASIAN CORNED BEEF
13360 Wyoming, Detroit
14820 West 7 Mile Road, Detroit
13240 Gratiot Avenue, Detroit
Asian Corned Beef is a Detroit staple known for its unique take on egg rolls. Combining Asian and American flavors, their corned beef egg rolls have become a local favorite. Other savory roll options include steak, Swiss, and grilled onions, as well as pastrami, shrimp, turkey, and even lobster roll egg rolls! Each roll is stuffed and then fried to golden perfection. The result is a crispy, flavorful treat that keeps customers coming back for more. Don’t miss their variety of other offerings, including sandwiches, dinners, and more, each crafted with the same attention to quality and taste.
