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Colder weather and shorter days here in Michigan mean breaking out all necessary means of finding comfort. Cozy sweaters, comfy blankets, and a hearty helping of comfort food are some great ways to lean into the season and find joy and happiness. Comfort food looks a little different for everyone depending where you grew up and the flavors you find the most at home with. These Metro Detroit restaurants are serving up comfort foods from a variety of cuisines to help you beat your fall weather blues.
IMA
32203 John R Road, Madison Heights
4870 Cass Ave, Detroit
2100 Michigan Ave, Detroit
With three locations in Madison Heights, Corktown, and Midtown, Ima (pronounced ee-ma) is committed to providing delicious food for the wide variety of Detroit’s dietary needs. “Ima Izakaya is a fresh and vibrant concept from the Ima family of restaurants. This concept embodies their fresh interpretation of Japanese flavors with a warm atmosphere and heartfelt hospitality. A full cocktail program, robata grill menu, and raw bar are now possible with its larger new kitchen, bar, and dining rooms,” says Michael Ransom, Chef/Owner of Ima.
MUDGIE’S DELI AND WINE SHOP
1413 Brooklyn Street, Detroit
Mudgie’s Deli and Wine Shop has some of the best breakfast, deli sandwiches, soups, and sides around. Their sandwiches are massive and delicious and the rotating menu of soups is not to be missed. There’s no doubt you’ll feel comforted after a meal from Mudgie’s.
DETROIT VEGAN SOUL
19614 Grand River Ave, Detroit
Detroit Vegan Soul is committed to serving your favorite comfort foods with the freshest, plant-based ingredients. You’ll find comfort food staples like the Soul Bowl, “Catfish” Tofu Sandwich, and a Coconut BLT Pita. Everything on their menu is amazing and you won’t even realize it’s plant-based.
GIOVANNI’S RISTORANTE
330 South Oakwood Boulevard, Detroit
Giovanni’s Ristorante is an old-world Italian restaurant and neighborhood favorite. They use homemade pasta, prime cuts of meat, fresh fish, and farm-grown vegetables to preserve the distinctive flavors of Italy’s finest regions. You’ll find Italian comfort classics like gnocchi, lasagne, and cannelloni on their menu, just to name a few.
LOUI’S PIZZA
23141 Dequindre Road, Hazel Park
Loui’s Pizza is a local favorite for Detroit-style pizza, sandwiches, Italian classics, and salads. Their simple menu is filled with comfort foods made from scratch five days a week. You can also order half-baked cheese and pepperoni pizzas to go and have Loui’s on hand any time you want it.
IMPERIAL
22828 Woodward Ave, Ferndale
Imperial is the place to go if you’re not quite sure what you’re craving. They’re famous for their Sonoran-style hot dogs, or hot dogs wrapped in bacon, as well as their taco selection. You can also get other comfort classics like chips and salsa, loaded fries, and torta sandwiches.
GOOD CAKES AND BAKES
22 West Columbia Street, Detroit
19363 Livernois Ave, Detroit
Good Cakes and Bakes uses the freshest and most natural ingredients in all of their baked goods. They offer a variety of treats including whole cakes, cinnamon rolls, peach cobbler, brownies, and more. They even ship nationwide if you find yourself craving something from Good Cakes and Bakes while you’re away from home.
