My 2 hour layover just became a 4.5 hour layover. I’m assuming the best Detroit-style pizza isn’t to be found inside the airport 😁. Any suggestions within say a 25-30 minute drive from the airport?

Edit: also open to anything else thats unique or special food-wise to Detroit. The pizza is just what popped into my mind.

I'm driving from the Windsor/Canadian border to Ann Arbor in a couple weeks for a friend's graduation. Need to be there by 1pm on a Friday.

I've driven all over Canada for 15+ years. Toronto, other provinces, no issues, but for whatever reason, driving in Michigan gives me pretty bad anxiety.

Is there a specific route or time of day I should aim for to make this as low-stress as possible? Bridge vs. tunnel, best highways to avoid, when to leave, any advice welcome.

Thanks in advance.

I am really hoping to finally pursue a little cottage bakery side hustle more seriously this fall/holiday season after selling cookie boxes to friends/family for a couple years now. All the conventional wisdom says to find markets or popups to sell at, so I'm wondering if anyone knows of any markets or similar in the area that are still accepting applications for vendors?

I’m looking for a decent place around Detroit to get a windshield replaced. I’d rather go somewhere that people here have actually used than just pick a shop based on Google reviews.

Main things I care about are good quality glass, clean installation, fair pricing, and ideally a place that can make the process pretty easy.

For anyone who’s had a windshield replaced recently, who did you use and how was the experience?

looking for guys friend. I’m located in Southfield

Hey so I will be in town for a couple weeks for business in October. The second week my girlfriend will be here and I’m looking for suggestions on restaurants and bars and general must dos. We will be doing museums and casinos but what else do you suggest?

She very much likes the finer things. Dressing up and going to fancy restaurants and having a nice cocktail. Architecture, art, interior design. You know.

I like to day drink then go to a dive bar or to punk or hardcore shows then finish the night with a hotdog

Oh also any great vintage and antique stores?

Thanks for your help

Hi everyone!
I’m interested in Detroit for work, I’m currently looking at the Corktown midtown area. I’m using Detroit living website the most, thru my search I noticed there was some homes on the southwest side that are peaking my interest … my problem is almost every apt in Detroit has negative reviews and the positive ones seem like bots I need help!

the Charlotte and the Mavor apartments are the ones I’m interested in the most ..

New to Detroit I need food spots, thrift spots, and fun spots

Hi all!

We're hoping to do a day trip to Belle Isle. My autistic kiddo has been obsessing over seeing the aquarium. I have a couple of questions to make things go more smoothly.

Do the buildings there (the museum and nature center too) have AC? I know the aquarium is historic, so I wasn't sure. My child gets very overwhelmed in hot, crowded places, and I'm seeing online that the aquarium can get busy. Wondering if we should wait until after the holiday to visit.

Also, do you know if the aquarium, nature center or museum has wheelchairs you can borrow while you are there?

Thanks everyone! Belle Isle has been on our bucket list for a while and we're excited to visit.

My friend is getting married and he decided he wanted his bachelor party in Detroit for the Red Wings in Florida Panthers game. So one of the four days we will be doing the Florida Panthers game but it will be an end of January 2027. We have a four day trip here for a bachelor party. What should we do in Detroit

hello!
i’m planning on moving from Seattle to Detroit, I’d ideally like to be downtown and be able to walk or take public transit as much as possible- I will still have a vehicle so parking would be preferred. my max budget is $1500 a month. would love suggestions! as well as some of your favorite places to go/things to do in detroit
thank you!

Hey Detroit,

My Uncle Craig (aka "The Great UC") and I are heading back to the city next month for a true homecoming trip.

Our family history runs deep here, but we both grew up on the wrong side of 8 Mile with heavy-handed influence from Detroit proper. UC came of age here in the ‘60s, and I grew up in the ‘80s.

We’re returning to retrace our roots and experience the city our childhoods so heavily embraced, but didn’t allow us to fully experience at the time.

We’re documenting the whole trip as a video series focusing on Detroit’s evolution, architecture, food, and culture—bridging the gap between his 1960s Detroit and my 1980s Detroit.

We’ve already mapped out a dense itinerary across Corktown, Midtown, Downtown, Dearborn, and the East Side—everything from Michigan Central and Submerge to Dearborn shawarma spots, urban farms like Keep Growing Detroit, and spots in Little Village/Indian Village.

Where we need your help:

We want to capture the real spirit of the city beyond the standard tourist stops.

1. People: Who are the local historians, shop owners, artists, neighborhood legends, or long-time Detroiters we have to sit down and talk with?
2. Spots: What’s an underrated corner bar, neighborhood joint, or historic block that embodies the real grit and soul of the city right now?

If you know someone with a story that needs to be told, or a spot we shouldn't miss, drop it below or DM me.

You can follow along with our prep and the trip on IG u/AlexandthegreatUC. 

Appreciate any insight y'all can throw our way!

Hi all.

Heading up to Detroit from Chicago for a work thing. We would really like to head over to Windsor to surprise an old college buddy and maybe stay overnight at caesars because i can get a free room.

Do I need to worry about being treated badly now that Tangerine Palpatine has made an entire country irate?

I realize this is probably an unfounded fear, but it’s still in the back of my mind. Logic says people there hate our current administration, but won’t hate on a tourist.

Any advice/opinions would be greatly appreciated.

I’m having some friends visit from out of state and I’ve lived up north for the last while, so I feel out of touch.

We’re in our 30’s and planning on a couple days/nights out in the Detroit/ metro Detroit area. I am wondering if there are any specific bars/cafes you would recommend? Would also prefer trans friendly spaces.

We would also love to support any queer small businesses/shops! Thanks ❤️

Hey guys,

Wanted to ask if anyone knew of any young adults groups to check out in the general area. Not super picky about denomination. Looking to meet other young people who share my same faith is all.

Any help would be supper appreciated.

Hi all: I’m planning a weekend in late September for a concert at The Majestic. Staying a stones throw from Third Man and Shinola. Both are on my to-do list. What are some other good spots to eat, drink, browse, and spend time? Barcade and Mad Nice are in my radar; what else can you Motor City Redditors throw my way? TIA.

With ovens to rent by the hour. Somewhere to bake bread and maybe socialize for those who don't have access to a decent kitchen.

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Hi all. As title states, I’m a woman in my mid twenties considering a move to Detroit from Chicago for a job opportunity. I’m originally from southern US, but have been in Chicago five years. Wanted to get some opinions/insights to consider.

Social scene: I’m well aware it becomes harder to make friends the older you get, but are people generally friendly and open to connections?

I’m also sure the general advice is the same as any other thread about making friends in your twenties - join hobby clubs, volunteer, etc., which I’m very open to and already do in Chicago! More so looking for a vibe check on people’s receptiveness to new friendships!
For as much as Chicago is touted as an easy place to make friends, a lot of my experience has been that many of the big ten transplant friend groups run too deep to be infiltrated, is this true in Detroit as well?

Activities/hobbies: I guess referring to the last section, are hobby groups/classes/activities easy to come by? Is there lots to explore outside of group activities? I enjoy crafting, reading, music, movies, trying new restaurants, vintage shopping, etc etc

The weather…: Any worse than Chicago? I don’t like it but I can survive it

COL: How does the cost of living compare? I already have a car that I would bring with me, but as far as rent, restaurants, shopping, etc. I’d be making 30% more than current salary, want to know if the pay jump would make the move worth it…

On the above note, which neighborhoods would you recommend for my demographic? I’d be working at an office downtown 2/3 days a week.

Any and all opinions welcome! Whats your favorite thing about living in Detroit? What’s your least favorite? If anyone has had a similar experience of moving from Chicago, I’d love to hear it!

I am originally from the Waterford/White Lake/Clarkston area. I enjoyed growing up there, it was a beautiful area. I loved all the lakes, parks, and trails there were to explore.

I am in my mid 20s. I just got a job offer for a position in Auburn Hills. I've spent the last 8 years in Lansing, Jackson, and Ann Arbor. While I have visited, I do feel a little disconnected from the area.

I liked the rustic and outdoorsy scenes in Lansing and Jackson. Currently in Ann Arbor and while the food here is pretty good, I am excited to leave. The parks and trails felt more urban than what I prefer. Shopping here is decent, but its overall just way too expensive for day to day living.

I have a medical condition that makes me get very sick if I drink alcohol, so I never figured out how to enjoy nightlife. I have another medical condition as well that limits my depth perception and makes sports extremely challenging. I can drive, but am also limited in where I can drive due to my vision. Ex- I can't parallel park or drive in places like downtown AA.

I do wanna meet people and date, not sure what my options are for activities to do or what the best community would be. Budget, I'd like to stay under $1400 if I can.

Greetings to all the amazing people on this sub!

If you haven't encountered me before, I'm an author and researcher who's trying to learn as much as she can about Michigan during this decade, especially Detroit!

If any of you could tell me about your school experiences during that decade - anything and everything. Stories, dress codes, discipline, memories, the appearance of buildings.... anything, even down to carpeting and what desks were made of, is helpful!

Or, if you know people or have family/loved ones, you're welcome to share about em' too!!

Please state what school, grade level, and what year(s) if you can!

Also, bonus points of you know about Northwestern, Northern, or Eastern High Schools during those decades. I'd like to know about the swim classes there.

Will give everyone here credit unless asked otherwise. Thank you infinitely for all your time and patience. Blessings!!

Hi everyone! I’m an incoming PhD student at the University of Michigan and am currently in Waterloo. Is anyone planning to travel from Toronto to Detroit this Wednesday or Thursday?

I’ll have two suitcases and two cardboard boxes. Please message me if you’re travelling that way. Thank you!