Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Detroit

OpenTable

Updated July 05, 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Detroit? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Lily’s & Elise

4.9

4.9 (165)

$30 and under

Afternoon Tea

Ferndale

About the restaurant

Lily's & Elise is a Tea House that specializes in the premium service of French-style afternoon & high tea. Serving fresh pastries and small plates, Lily’s and Elise is located on the historic Livernois Avenue of Fashion in Detroit, Mi.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jun 26, 2026

Delicious food, tantalizing teas and magnificent scenery! These all make for an overall perfect experience! I’ve been there 3x’s and it just gets better and better!

Pine Hall

4.9

4.9 (22)

$31 to $50

American

Detroit

About the restaurant

Welcome to Pine Hall where reservations are not required. We hold the majority of the bar for walk-ins, so please come on in! If you're bringing a larger group (8+) and want us to hold a space for you, visit our website to connect with our events team.

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David

Dined on Jul 1, 2026

Our group had a great time at Pine Hall. The staff were all incredibly helpful and friendly, we were seated quickly for our reservation, and all of the food and drink were fantastic. Will definitely be back in the future!

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Experience

Reserve Space for 8 - 20 guests

Soul Cafe

5.0

5 (232)

$30 and under

American

West Bloomfield

About the restaurant

The Soul Café provides a mouthwatering kosher menu featuring gourmet soups, salads, sandwiches pizzas, pastas and more in a warm and relaxed environment. Complete with a community table, fireplace and outdoor dining the Soul Café provides an excellent opportunity to meet friends, get some work done or grab a quick bite.

The Café is part of Friendship Circle's Soul Projects, which focuses on providing vocational opportunities to adults with special needs. The Café teaches adults with special needs the skills of food prep, cooking, hosting and serving.

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EstherGold

Dined on Jun 10, 2026

Great food. Excellent service. Never disappointed here!!!

La Bistecca Italian Grille

4.9

4.9 (1320)

$50 and over

Italian

Plymouth

About the restaurant

We are proud to be featuring USDA Certified Piedmontese beef, found to be naturally low in fat and cholesterol. Also serving fresh fish, seafood, veal, and chops. Save room for dessert so you don’t miss our award winning Tiramisu. We shop the world daily to bring you the finest food. Experience world class dining with an emphasis on service and be sure not to miss our extensive wine list.

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Kurt

Dined 4 days ago

Absolutely wonderful experience from start to finish.

London Chop House

4.9

4.9 (1258)

$31 to $50

Steak

Detroit

About the restaurant

The London Chop House is a revitalized Detroit institution. The restaurant aims to entertain all desires of its guests with everything from Wagyu Beef to Caviar Service and offering a Cigar/Billiards Lounge on the ground level. Live music is featured nightly and valet parking is available.

The London Chop House is open for dinner service Monday-Saturday. Private parties are available in multiple private dining spaces for groups of all sizes. The London Chop House was originally open from 1938-1991 and reopened in 2012 as one of Detroit's greatest dining traditions.

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NicholeGold

Dined 4 days ago

Best restaurant I’ve ever been to and I’ve been to many. The service, the food and the ambience all amazing

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4.9

4.9 (289)

$50 and over

European

Detroit

About the restaurant

'TILL THE COWS COME HOME
Our Inspiration is rooted in an Alpine tradition, where cattle adorned with oversized cow bells and flower crowns are led down the mountains by local farmers in early fall.

As they make their descent, townspeople greet them for a celebration of regional food, wine and spirits.

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Donna

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent food - very different and delicious!! We took recommendations from our server (who also pointed us to a great brunch place for the next morning) and were not disappointed. Highly recommend - we will be back!

Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe

4.8

4.8 (333)

$31 to $50

American

Grosse Pointe

About the restaurant

Located on “The Hill” in Grosse Pointe Farms, Dirty Dog Jazz Café pairs live jazz with elevated food in an intimate, Old English pub setting.

Join us for lunch and dinner Tuesday–Saturday, with live music Wednesday through Saturday and two dinner seatings on Fridays and Saturdays. From the moment you arrive, our goal is simple: warm hospitality, memorable food, and an experience that feels both special and easy.

Chef Andre Neimanis brings together bistro favorites, global influences, and comfort classics with a twist alongside creative daily specials. Enjoy our thoughtfully curated wine list and handcrafted cocktails.

Whether you’re here for the music, the menu, or both, Dirty Dog offers a dining experience that hits all the right notes.

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albertGold

Dined on Jun 20, 2026

Always excellent food and great musicians! Great service and great audience!

HopCat - Auburn Hills

4.7

4.7 (17)

$30 and under

American

Auburn Hills

About the restaurant

Craft kitchen & bar with 40 beers on tap, handcrafted cocktails, and scratch-made comfort food—crafted for every craving in a lively, family-friendly space.

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Traci

Dined on Jun 26, 2026

Our waitress was wonderful. The hostess was wonderful and we thoroughly enjoyed our anniversary at HopCat.

American Harvest Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (986)

$31 to $50

International

Livonia

About the restaurant

Reservations Now Open Monthly for Winter 2026

Schoolcraft College Culinary students invite you to dine at American Harvest, our student-operated restaurant offering a refined, upscale-casual experience. Enjoy a rotating à la carte lunch menu featuring artisan breads, fresh soups and salads, creative entrées, and stunning desserts.

Lunch Service
• Most Wednesdays–Fridays at 11:45 AM or 12:00 PM
• Service concludes by 1:15 PM
• Approx. $30/person (beer and wine available; tax not included)

International Dinner Buffet
Each week, explore a new regional cuisine including Central European, Western Mediterranean, Eastern Mediterranean, Latin American, and Asian.
• Most Wednesdays and Thursdays at 5:30, 5:45, or 6:00 PM
• Service concludes by 8:00 PM
• $45/person, $25/child (12 & under) – tax not included

We look forward to welcoming you to our classroom restaurant!

Sincerely,
Brian Beland, CMC, AAC
Culinary Arts Department Chair

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Aya

Dined on Apr 30, 2026

Great food and service as usual. Enjoyed from the start (various bread) until the end (beautiful desserts). I ordered Ruben sandwich and it was the best Ruben I ever had.

The Capital Grille - Troy

4.9

4.9 (3855)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Troy

About the restaurant

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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DaveGold

Dined 3 days ago

Always a wonderful experience. Great service and really enjoyed the generous pour pairing menu.

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Popular dish

Lobster Bisque

Experience

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Experience

The Generous Pour Summer Wine-Tasting Event

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