Detroit is a foodie’s paradise. Whether you’re craving a hearty meal, a unique snack or an indulgent dessert, there is an iconic Detroit dish that can satisfy your family’s cravings. The next time your tummies are rumbling, follow this foodie guide for a mouthwatering crash course to some of the city’s best dishes.
Coney dog
- Order from: American Coney Island or Lafayette Coney Island
Five ingredients make up a true Detroit coney dog: a beef frankfurter in a soft bun topped with chili (all meat, no beans), diced white onions and yellow mustard. Pair your coney dog with a refreshing Faygo for a true Detroit meal.
Detroit square-cut pizza
- Order from: Buddy’s Pizza, Crispelli’s, Green Lantern Pizza or PizzaPapalis
Those crispy edges on Detroit-style squares of pan pizza deliver a crunch that Chicago’s deep dish and New York City’s thin slices just can’t compete with! Crispy corner lovers should try the “Octopie” from Green Lantern Pizza — 8 square pieces with all of your favorite toppings.
Shawarma
- Order from: Al-Ameer Restaurant, Balkan House, Country Chicken or Hamido Restaurant
Metro Detroit is home to incredible Middle Eastern culture, which includes delicious Middle Eastern restaurants! We love ordering huge, tasty portions of shawarma — chicken, beef or lamb that is seasoned to perfection and roasted on a vertical rotisserie. Try it in a wrap or sandwich, or load your plate up with shawarma and sides such as fries, hummus or salad.
Better Made Potato Chips
For the perfect crunchy snack, munch on Better Made Potato Chips, Detroit’s favorite chips for nearly 100 years. Whether you like them plain or krinkle-cut, sweet or hot, Better Made has a flavor of chips that are sure to satisfy those salty cravings. Pick up a bag at your local grocery store, or stock up by ordering a case of your favorite snacks from the Better Made online shop.
Pączki
- Order from: Donut Cutter, East Detroit Bakery & Deli, Family Donut Shop or New Palace Bakery. Some bakeries only carry paczki seasonally.
What better way to finish off this family foodie challenge than with dessert? Indulge your sweet tooth with paczki, Polish donuts filled with rich cream or fruit fillings. While you can find these delicacies at bakeries throughout the year, the best time to enjoy a paczki is on Fat Tuesday, known as Paczki Day in many Midwest cities.
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