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Metro Detroit’s dining scene never stops evolving, with longtime favorites branching into new concepts and fresh faces bringing bold ideas to the table. From innovative desserts to fast-casual spins on beloved classics, here’s a look at some of the newest restaurants and businesses making waves across the Metro Detroit area…
The Pita Post
2520 West 14 Mile Road, Royal Oak
After 12 successful years on wheels, The Pita Post has officially opened its first brick-and-mortar location in Royal Oak. Known for pita favorites, the new restaurant expands the menu to include rice and hummus bowls, chef’s specials, and soon, catering trays designed for gatherings. “We’ve been incredibly grateful for the support from our community over the past 12 years. This new space allows us to serve our customers more efficiently while expanding our offerings in exciting new ways,” said co-owner Imri Warfman. With carry-out and delivery now available, The Pita Post brings its longtime food truck following a home base.
Shock Gelato
335 East Maple Road, Birmingham
Downtown Birmingham just got a little sweeter with Shock Gelato, a shop offering 36 rotating flavors created by Gelato Master and Pastry Chef Barbara Lafage. Recipes draw on high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, with flavors like Tangerine, Lemon Ginger Mint, and Dream of Dulce de Leche already winning fans. “This isn’t just gelato,” co-founder Ignacio Gerson explained. “It’s a celebration of tradition, creativity, and joy. We want people to truly feel something every time they walk in, whether it’s nostalgia, discovery, or simply a moment of happiness.” Alongside gelato, Shock serves Intelligentsia coffee, seasonal desserts, cakes, and delicate Argentinian pastries.
Roses
10551 East Jefferson, Detroit
Rose’s Fine Food and Wine has reopened as Roses, refreshed with a new Polish-inspired menu and a full bar. Owner Molly Mitchell brings creativity and comfort together with dishes like smoked kielbasa, braised cabbage lasagna, confit duck leg with cherry glaze, and even Polish nachos, stacking creme fraiche, pickled and caramelized onions, and smoked whitefish atop potato chips. The brunch menu is expected to return later this fall, but in the meantime, diners can enjoy everything from pickled cucumbers and sour cream potatoes to sugared peaches with jalapeño, mint, and vanilla bean.
Little Ghost
22305 Woodward Avenue, Ferndale
Ferndale welcomes Little Ghost, a fast-casual offshoot of Detroit’s beloved Grey Ghost. Diners can now enjoy the famous Ghost Burger alongside a Nashville Chicken Sandwich, fries with fancy sauce, and a creative hot dog topped with whipped cream cheese, pickled jalapeños, pepper jam, and cheddar. Co-owner Jill Giacomino shares, “We have had an incredible first month at Little Ghost. Currently, the restaurant is open 5 days a week, and a definite stand-out is the all-beef hot dog. We’ll be open 7 days a week at the end of this month. We’re also offering online ordering and delivery now.” With craveable eats, Little Ghost invites guests to “come hungry, come often, come get some.”
Yumiis
205 East Maple Road, Birmingham
Another new face in Birmingham is Yumiis, which specializes in playful, visually striking treats. “We will specialize in matcha, rolled and scooped ice cream flavors, and delicious mini donuts!” said owner Dia Woods. Guests should try menu highlights such as matcha milkshakes, banana cloud matcha, ice cream nachos, matcha ice cream, and cinnamon mini donuts. Vegan options are also available, making Yumiis an inclusive spot for sweet cravings.
313 Cinnamon Rolls
119 Garfield Street, Suite 200, Detroit
Detroit’s first all-cinnamon-roll shop, 313 Cinnamon Rolls, has quickly become a hit. “What sets us apart is that we’re the first Cinntique in Detroit, we are an all-vegan, all cinnamon roll (no other desserts) company, we bake fresh daily & we do not believe in wasting any products… Everything we do is for our Cinnafriends (customers), family, and community,” said owner Brandy Jackson. Flavors rotate daily, with options ranging from The Carm Apple, filled with caramel apples and drizzled with vanilla and caramel, The Red Bel O.Reo, filling its red velvet dough with chocolate Oreos, and The LJH C.Cake, a lemon blueberry dough cinnamon roll with cheesecake filling, and topped with blueberry compote, lemon glaze, and graham cracker crumble.
Little Kim
403 North 5th Avenue, Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor’s Little Kim brings global inspiration with a menu that blends Korean, Indian, and Mediterranean influences into creative fare. Highlights include jjajangbap (Korean Chinese black bean sauce over rice with tempeh and zucchini), Eggs In Purgatory with gochujang marinara, and sandwiches like the Paneer Tomato with curry mayo or Fried Tofu with seaweed mayo and pickles. As for appetizers, the Bombay Bhel stands out as a traditional Indian Chex Mix made with fried chickpeas, cilantro chutney, and diakon, as well as the Smashed Cucumbers with chili dressing. Diners can also build their own bowls with bases like rice or noodles, and kid-friendly options round out the approachable menu.
Smokehaus
177 Vester Avenue, Ferndale
Smokehaus is bringing a full spectrum of smoked flavors to Metro Detroit. The menu features pit plates of brisket, pulled pork, pork belly, chicken wings, sausage, and even cauliflower burnt ends, all served with house pickles, jalapeño cornbread, and an array of sauces. Handheld sandwiches like the Fried Chicken, Pulled Pork, and Cauliflower Steak Sandos complement creative sides like Gouda Mac and Cheese, Avocado Chayote Slaw, and Candied Bacon. With cocktails, rotating drafts, and desserts like Bourbon Peach Cobbler and Cheddar Cheesecake, Smokehaus promises a complete dining experience.
Coming Soon…
The Beverly
Expected to debut later this fall, The Beverly is the newest project from Travis Fourmont and Chef Norman Valenti of Bar Pigalle. With a similar level of refinement as Bar Pigalle, The Beverly will lean more into the “neighborhood vibe” Travis is looking to create with New American comfort food. The elevated dinner service will be a key draw, but the weekend brunch and lunch throughout the week that will start shortly after opening will be equally as enticing. Working with local provisioners and sourcing ingredients from the Midwest is still a priority, aligning with Bar Pigalle’s practices. With a private dining space set in the center of the restaurant, groups will be welcome to gather for all occasions.
Marrow In The Market
Opening this fall inside Eastern Market, Marrow in the Market will be more than Marrow’s newest butcher shop. Alongside a ground-floor market offering locally sourced, humanely raised meats and chef-crafted sausages, the space will house a processing facility, a restaurant with a unique menu, a full bar, and an event space. Educational workshops and classes will also be offered, giving guests a behind-the-scenes look at the craft of butchery. With its dual role as a community hub and a destination for top-quality meats, Marrow’s newest venture expands on its already strong reputation.
Metro Detroit’s dining scene is always on the move, and these new businesses reflect the creativity, diversity, and energy that define the area. From reimagined comfort food to adventurous desserts, there’s plenty to discover this season and beyond.
This article has been updated to include new information. The original article was published on April 18, 2025, and was authored by Carolyn Hall.
