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Now that it’s cooler outside, Metro Detroit’s restaurants are ushering in the flavors of fall. From hearty roasted dishes to comforting root vegetables, these seasonal plates celebrate the best of autumn’s bounty. Let’s take a look at the standout dishes from some of Metro Detroit’s most beloved restaurants this season…
BERKLEY COMMON
3087 12 Mile Road, Berkley
Berkley Common is known for its cozy, laid-back atmosphere and creative menu. Each season, the scratch kitchen offers a new menu, creating dishes with super fresh and seasonal ingredients. This fall, Berkley Common is leaning into comfort food with its smash burgers, made with grass-fed beef, like the Truffle burger with caramelized onions and a parmesan crisp, or the Falafel smash for a meat-free option. To pair, check out the Brussels sprouts with bacon, feta, and balsamic, or the Fried Shitake, with breaded and marinated mushrooms, truffle aioli, and parmesan cheese to top. For American classics, you can also find fried chicken bites and coney fries, perfect to pair with your burger. Whether you’re in the mood for something light or a full meal, Berkley Common’s fall menu has you covered with options that are both flavorful and fulfilling.
LADY OF THE HOUSE
4884 Grand River Avenue, Unit 1C, Detroit
The return of Lady of the House is one of the most anticipated reopenings in Detroit. “James Beard Award-nominated chef Kate Williams’ acclaimed restaurant Lady of the House will make its highly anticipated reopening in a stunning new Core City space with a revamped menu, opening in October,” shares Brand Manager Katy Carmichael. “Committed to bringing back what had long been her passion project, and her personal ode to the Irish hospitality she grew up with, Kate is resurrecting her evolved version of Lady of the House as a reflection of the chef she is today.” With sourcing ingredients locally whenever possible and operating a no-waste kitchen, Lady of the House is expected to offer a frequently rotating menu, but signature dishes are definitely set to make their return. Some of those include: “Steak Tartare with dijonnaise, crispy potato, and caviar, served with a charred leek top gremolata; the famed Whole Roasted Chicken served with challah migas and roasted shiitake and maitake mushrooms, topped with a frisée salad and a lemon rosemary gravy; and the popular Potato Donut dessert with sugared thyme and chamomile cream sauce.” Keep an eye out for the opening date, as you won’t want to miss out on these seasonal masterpieces.
SYLVAN TABLE
1819 Inverness Street, Sylvan Lake
Set on a five-acre farm in Sylvan Lake, Sylvan Table offers a true farm-to-table dining experience. This fall, you can expect dishes bursting with the flavors of the season, from roasted vegetables like beets and cauliflower to filling entrees with fresh ingredients harvested on-site. Sylvan Table’s commitment to sustainability and local sourcing shines through in its rotating menu, which changes based on what’s in season on the farm. The charm of the rustic 300-year-old barn with a wood-fired oven speaks for itself, but the menu certainly helps. Start with the tomato soup with focaccia grilled cheese, Heirloom Tomato Flatbread, or Roasted Beef Bone Marrow with sauteéd greens, caramelized onions, and pickled mustard seeds. As for shareable plates, the mushroom risotto or one of the roasted veggies are great choices, and for an entree, select from choices like Roasted Honeynut Squash and Fettucini, Heritage Breed Berkshire Pork Chop, or Wagyu Tri-Tip Sirloin with saffron goat cheese polenta. The autumn menu here is a celebration of Michigan’s harvest, and every dish feels like a nod to the season.
PARC
800 Woodward Avenue, Detroit
Located in the heart of downtown, Parc offers a refined dining experience with excellent views of Campus Martius. This fall, Parc’s seasonal menu will embrace rich, comforting flavors, with offerings like pasta, roasted vegetables, and more. Combining French and Mediterranean styles with Midwest flavors, Parc provides quite the experience with a wood-fired grill, prime dry-aged beef, and menus changing to keep things fresh. On the menu, you’ll find beef bolognese with fresh pappardelle, Wild Mushroom Tagliatelle, Braised Short Rib with smashed Yukon potatoes and honey zaatar carrots, along with other dishes you won’t be able to get enough of. Check out Parc for your weekend brunch plans, too! Whether you’re dining indoors or enjoying the crisp autumn air on the patio, Parc’s fall menu is sure to provide the perfect blend of sophistication and comfort.
THE FED COMMUNITY
15 South Main Street, Village of Clarkston
The Fed Community in Clarkston brings a sense of warmth and community to every dish they serve. Their fall menu is no exception, featuring seasonal plates that showcase its farm-to-table specialties of comforting, hearty dishes. For brunch, the Autumn Salad is a great start, as are the biscuits and gravy with hot garlic honey. On the savory side, you can find red beans and rice, shrimp and grits, or the Sunday Special, with short rib, carrots, onions, Yukon potatoes, sourdough, and a sunny side egg, while the Cinnamon Roll Dutch Baby is an excellent sweet option. On the dinner menu, start with the Lentil & Ham Soup, or split the Fed Florentine with the table, made with artichokes, mozzarella, grilled chicken, and arugula. All of the mains are aptly on the ‘Substantial’ menu section, with choices like Gnocci Saltado, Center Cut Filet, and Racine La Cane (beet risotto, dry-aged duck, orange glaze). Don’t forget the sides though, with delicious garlic mashed potatoes on the menu, along with Roasted Brussels, Cajun Fries, and more. The Fed’s cozy, welcoming environment makes it the ideal spot for gathering with friends and family, especially during the cooler months.
MARROW
8044 Kercheval Avenue, Suite 1B, Detroit
Known for its no-waste approach to dining, Marrow is a butcher shop and restaurant that puts sustainability at the forefront of its menu. For lunch, head to the butcher shop and take a seat at the bar, and check out the Falafel Wrap, Smash Bacon Burger, Mushroom Dumplings, or get The Marrow Mix, a spread of your choice including cheese, meat, crackers, mustard, jam, and pickles. For dinner, the restaurant offers an ala carte menu as well as a five-course chef’s tasting dinner. On the ala carte menu, you’ll find snacks like marinated olives, house meatballs, fig and guanciale toast, and Roasted Marrow with onion jam and black olive bread crumb. As for veggie options, check out the Peppers a la Plancha and the Sweet Corn Agnolotti, or consider the House Pork, Roasted Monkfish, or Michigan Beef with greens, garlic toum, and fattoush vinaigrette. If you can’t get enough of Marrow, check out the Marrow Meal Club, a monthly subscription meal service for lunch and dinner.
This article has been updated to include new information. The original article was published on August 28, 2017.
