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PAO Detroit - Modern Dining, Detroit, MI

PAO Detroit - Modern Dining

4.2
4.2
1197 Reviews
$31 to $50
Pan-Asian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 25 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Welcome to PAO Detroit, where Asian fusion meets elevated dining in the heart of Downtown. Nestled in the historic Michigan Oriental Theater, our unique supper club offers a refined blend of upscale ambiance and cultural heritage. Explore our diverse fusion menu, catering to all dietary preferences, from vegetarian to halal options. Whether it's a romantic date or a night out with friends, our attentive service and sophisticated atmosphere ensure a memorable experience. Savor a selection of rare Asian spirits, craft cocktails, or luxury champagnes from our drink menu, elevating your evening at PAO.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Asian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed 17:00–22:00 Thu–Sun 17:00–23:30
  • Phone number
    (313) 816-0000
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Dining experiences available for special occasions, corporate events and more. Join us in a supper club-focused atmosphere, complemented by craft cocktails, rare Asian & International spirits, customizable menus, strolling buffet and sit-down options in over 800 SF of usable space.
  • Area
    Detroit
  • Cross Street
    W Adams Ave & Park Ave
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,197 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.8Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
PAO Detroit - Modern Dining offers a "great ambiance" perfect for date nights and celebrations. Patrons enjoy "amazing food" like the King Pao chicken and Salmon, with standout appetizers such as crab Rangoon. Though service can be inconsistent, the "friendly staff" and vibrant atmosphere contribute to memorable dining experiences.

1,197 Reviews
  1. Rodney

    Miami

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Me and my girlfriend enjoyed the experience. Our shrimp fried rice was a little salty to our preference, but overall the place is beautiful and the vibes are nice. We will definitely be going back and trying more food. 

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  2. Stephen

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Bad a good representation of Asian food pao is more like a club
    PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded 3 days ago
    We appreciate your feedback. Our goal is to create a unique dining experience, and we understand it may not be for everyone. Thank you for giving us a try.

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  3. JanisT

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very cold in the front of the restaurant, entrees were lack luster
    PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded 5 days ago
    We appreciate your feedback. Comfort and quality are important to us, and we’ll keep working to improve the experience for our guests.

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  4. Rayan

    VIP

    Detroit

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! The food was delicious, and the service was top notch. The manager and our server were attentive, friendly, and provided outstanding hospitality.
    PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded 5 days ago
    Delicious food and top-notch service are what we strive for, and we're glad our team made your visit extra special. Hope to welcome you back soon!

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  5. Shicaira

    Detroit

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was good. A couple things could’ve been served a little better and the restaurant did not acknowledge that it was my birthday celebration as listed on the reservation. Overall, it was good food for a great value!
    PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on 3 February 2025
    We're glad you enjoyed the food and the overall value during your visit. Your feedback helps us refine our service, and we hope to have the opportunity to create an even more memorable experience for you in the future.

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  6. Edie

    Detroit

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    very disappointing with the server and the fact we were basically asked to leave because our 90 minutes were up at the restaurant. It was the way that it was handled. In fact, one of our friends at the table was eating in the server, put her hand in his bowl and tried to take it without even asking to hurry the process along. We did speak to the general manager, awaiting a phone call from him.

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  7. Leslie

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was fantastic! Ali, thank you for a wonderful evening!
    PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on 3 February 2025
    We're truly glad you had a fantastic evening. Ali will be delighted to know his efforts helped create such a memorable experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another wonderful night.

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  8. Najla

    Detroit

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, service not attentive much not many workers. Music awesome dj was amazing, food bit expensive but good food no doubt. My steak was good but not cooked well done like I asked, was pink still, was taken off the bill.
    PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on 27 January 2025
    Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the food, music, and DJ. We apologize for the issue with your steak and appreciate your understanding as we worked to make it right. Your comments about service and staffing are noted, and we’ll continue improving to ensure a better experience for all our guests.

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  9. Sarah

    Detroit

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time at PAO and I have nothing but good things to say. The ambiance was great, especially for a date night. The menu is small but everything we had was great. We order the shrimp fried rice and it was top tier. Also ordered the King Pao chicken dish and the Salmon. Both were cooked beautifully. The crab Rangoon was a lovely appetizer. We’ll be back for sure. And highly recommend to anyone for a nice date night or anniversary celebration.
    PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on 27 January 2025
    It's fantastic that your first visit to PAO was a hit! It sounds like you made some fantastic choices, and we're so glad everything hit the mark for your date night. We can’t wait to have you back for another memorable meal, and thank you for the recommendation. Here's to many more great date nights and anniversaries!

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  10. Jerry

    New York City

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    There were 4 of us, everyone ordered something different and everyone enjoyed what they ate. The specialty mojito was especially good! As was the corned beef eggroll! Gabriella was our server and she was great. And 2 other gentlemen (owners? managers?) stopped by to check on us and our food and they were terrific! That doesn't happen very often -
    PAO Detroit - Modern DiningResponded on 21 January 2025
    It’s fantastic that everyone found a dish they loved! Gabriella and the rest of our team will be thrilled to hear they made your experience special. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great visit!

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FAQs

PAO Detroit - Modern Dining offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (313) 816-0000.

PAO Detroit - Modern Dining is rated 4.2 stars by 1197 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for PAO Detroit - Modern Dining

114 W Adams Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    W Adams Ave & Park Ave
  • Area
    Detroit
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed 17:00–22:00 Thu–Sun 17:00–23:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Asian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (313) 816-0000
  • Private party facilities
    Dining experiences available for special occasions, corporate events and more. Join us in a supper club-focused atmosphere, complemented by craft cocktails, rare Asian & International spirits, customizable menus, strolling buffet and sit-down options in over 800 SF of usable space.
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