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  • 10 restaurants slated to open in metro Detroit in 2026 – Detroit Metro Times

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    We’re dreaming of these dining developments coming to the Detroit area.

    After being awarded a $100,000 grant from the state of Michigan, Gardenside Brewing is transforming a plot of land at 4403 Wabash St. in Detroit’s Core City neighborhood into a brewery with craft beer, a farm-to-table food menu, large bright windows, and a lush landscape. It aims to open in late 2026.

    Chicken and waffles from Joe Louis Southern Kitchen. Credit: Courtesy photo

    This local brunch chain named in honor of Detroit’s legendary boxer plans to open a third location downtown in the spring. (It first launched in the New Center area in 2021 and recently opened a Southfield location.) The downtown spot is aiming to open in April at 1528 Woodward Ave.

    The former Epiphany — Nain Rouge Kitchen at 664 Selden St., Detroit. Credit: Steve Neavling

    The space at 664 Selden St. in Detroit’s Midtown has seen a revolving door of concepts in recent years, but perhaps this one will stick. It’s helmed by Anthony Lombardo, co-owner of the Italian-influenced SheWolf Pastifico & Bar down the street. The upcoming Medusa Cucina Siciliana will focus on cuisine of Sicily and the Mediterranean region, including pasta and seafood. An official opening day has not yet been announced, but we’d bet on early 2026.

    Bev’s Bagels announced a new location at 115 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor. Credit: Mark Kurlyandchik / Booth One Creative

    This bagel shop is returning to Ann Arbor. Max Sussman first launched his Bev’s Bagels as a pop-up in the city in 2020, and after launching a brick-and-mortar shop in the former Detroit Institute of Bagels in Core City earlier this year, he’s aiming to open an Ann Arbor shop at 115 W. Liberty St. in late 2026.

    Sushi rolls from Sunda New Asian. Credit: Courtesy photo

    With locations in Chicago, Nashville, and Tampa, this Asian chain is planning a Motor City location at 33 W. Columbia St. near Little Caesars Arena. The chain was founded in Chicago in 2009 by Filipino American chef Billy Dec and focuses on dishes from China, Japan, and Southeast Asia.

    A thin-crust pizza from Supino Pizzeria. Credit: Supino Pizzeria, @supinopizzeria

    This Detroit purveyor of thin-crust pizza is expanding to the suburbs. Supino Pizzeria plans to open its third location at 31201 Southfield Rd. in Beverly Hills sometime in early 2026. Founded by Dave Mancini in Eastern Market in 2008, Supino’s expanded to the New Center area in 2021.

    The Waka food truck. Credit: Andre’ Stefon for Featherstone

    A food truck spinoff of Detroit’s Baobab Fare focusing on East African food, Waka plans to move into the former Russell Street Deli at 2465 Russell St. in Eastern Market.


    Leyland “Lee” DeVito is the editor in chief of Detroit Metro Times since 2016. His writing has also been published in CREEM, VICE, In These Times, and New City.

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  • Joe Louis Southern Kitchen celebrates opening of Southfield location – Detroit Metro Times

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    Joe Louis Southern Kitchen celebrated a grand opening for its second location, with a third set for early next year.

    The boxing-themed brunch spot, named after the great Joe Louis and led by his son Joe Louis Barrow II, opened its doors in November at 29649 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield. It held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 9.

    “My father’s legacy is so strong throughout Detroit and the surrounding communities, we’re excited to feature commemorative items for purchase at our checkout counter — offering people the chance to take home a piece of that legacy after sharing a delicious meal together,” Barrow said. “Patrons who come to our new restaurant in Southfield will truly experience the spirit of Joe Louis while they’re here and it’s inspiring to be the one sharing that with the world.”

    The menu features scrambles, skillets, omelets, sandwiches, and other breakfast-style options. 

    The 5,300-square-foot space seats about 99 diners and staffs 35, the company says.

    The new location even has a gift shop offering Joe Louis merch, a first for the brand.

    “It’s been wonderful to see firsthand how our restaurants resonate with guests,” said Johnny Cannon, co-CEO of Joe Louis Southern Kitchen along with Barrow. “Our original location in Detroit has grown to be a staple of the community and we know those in Southfield will enjoy our unique dining experience centered around family, friends, comfort and connection.”

    The chain opened its first location at 6549 Woodward Ave. in the North End area in 2021. A third Joe Louis Southern Kitchen is planned for downtown Detroit and expected to open in April.

    More information about the chain is available at joelouissouthernkitchen.com and the new location at @JLSKSouthfieldMI on Instagram.


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  • Detroit’s Joe Louis Southern Kitchen to open downtown location – Detroit Metro Times

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    Joe Louis Southern Kitchen is planning on bringing its chicken and waffles and other Southern-style brunch dishes to downtown Detroit.

    The local chain is named after the Detroit boxing champion and led by his son Joe Louis Barrow II and local restaurateur Johnny Cannon.

    “Detroit helped shape my father. Preserving his name and keeping his legacy alive in the city he loved means the world to me and my family,” Barrow said in a statement. “As we prepare to open our third location, we are continuing to give something meaningful back to the city — inviting visitors, residents and sports fans to experience the values of excellence and community my father stood for.”

    The restaurant aims to open its third location at 1528 Woodward Ave., in a property owned by Dan Gilbert’s Bedrock by April 3, 2026  — just in time for Detroit Tigers Opening Day.

    “Detroit is experiencing incredible momentum and bringing our homestyle cooking to this iconic Woodward spot feels like a natural progression for our homegrown brand,” said Cannon. “Partnering with a transformative placemaker like Bedrock for our new space enables us to share Joe Louis’ legacy with an even broader audience right in the heart of downtown, adding an element of history and flavor to the city’s entertainment, sports and shopping districts.”

    The original Joe Louis Southern Kitchen opened in 2021 at 6549 Woodward Ave. in Detroit’s New Center area. It recently opened a second location at 29649 Northwestern Hwy. in Southfield.

    The new restaurant will be about 4,000 square feet and seat more than 80 diners.


    Leyland “Lee” DeVito is the editor in chief of Detroit Metro Times since 2016. His writing has also been published in CREEM, VICE, In These Times, and New City.

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