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Babo - Detroit, Detroit, MI

Babo - Detroit

4.9
4.9
486 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 25 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
An homage to owner Kris Lelcaj’s father, “babo” (slang for “dad” in Albanian) is a gourmet, all-day diner in Midtown Detroit. We will feature a menu comprised of creative, artisanal takes on comfort food classics that will be served up in a bright, lively ambiance.
We pride ourselves on carrying products of the highest quality and social responsibility from local, small batch producers. We will serve our guests, team members and community with a brand of unmatched hospitality. We will cultivate a dining experience that is as remarkable and unique as the city we call home.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 09:00–17:00 Sun 09:00–15:00
  • Phone number
    (313) 974-6159
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Contact us at info@babodetroit.com for more info on Catering!
  • Private party facilities
    Contact us at info@babodetroit.com for more info on Private Dining!
  • Area
    Detroit
  • Cross Street
    Woodward
  • Parking details
    Street Parking, Park Shelton Garage
  • Public transit
    Ferry Street QLine Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 486 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Best Overall

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Best Value

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Great for brunch

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    American

  • Detroit

    Best Overall

  • Detroit

    Best Food

  • Detroit

    Best Value

  • Detroit

    Great for brunch

  • Detroit

    American

486 Reviews
  1. Karen

    Detroit

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have had breakfast there several times, but had lunch recently. Great burger ( though it was cooked closer to medium-rare vs. medium well as ordered). Service was great, love the atmosphere!

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  2. Karen

    Detroit

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Friendly and attentive service ( Tina was our waitstaff) and generous portions. Chicken & waffles were tasty ( maybe ask patrons how they like their chicken cooked-I would have preferred a little less crispy so it wasn’t as dry, but it was still tasty), and breakfast sandwich with bacon, egg and brioche toast was delicious as well.

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  3. Dan

    Detroit

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 22 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I needed a place near my son's apartment near Wayne State campus to have brunch/lunch and celebrate my wife's birthday. We walked to Babo (had a reservation) which is in the area of the DIA in an classic apartment building on the first floor with a Woodward street entrance. The place was buzzing with a city feel. We all ordered different entrees and all agreed the food was excellent and fairly priced. Full bar too! Nice job Babo...I'm sure my son and his girlfriend will be back there and so will his Mom and I.

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  4. Amanda

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 every time i go!!! great so solo dining or for two, or meeting up w a few friends. love.

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  5. Deirdre

    Detroit

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 17 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and ambiance are always great. We went for a birthday brunch and it was great.

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  6. Sharlene

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our wait person. Food was delicious. Decor was cozy and cute. We were never rushed. Lovely experience!

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  7. Deirdre

    Detroit

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 10 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always excellent. Love popping in for a girls brunch, meet a friend or business meeting.

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  8. Tameka

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Babo food is always fresh and delicious and service is always great! The dirty chai latte is a favorite, it’s my go to restaurant during the day.

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  9. tyrone

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 30 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Invited two friends for lunch; both within the medical profession and used to good dining. They loved the atmosphere and array of health food choices.

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  10. Carly

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food here is soooo delicious. We can’t wait to go back!

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FAQs

Babo - Detroit offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (313) 974-6159.

Babo - Detroit is rated 4.9 stars by 486 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Babo - Detroit

15 E Kirby St, Ste 115, Detroit, MI 48202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Woodward
  • Area
    Detroit
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 09:00–17:00 Sun 09:00–15:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking, Park Shelton Garage
  • Public transit
    Ferry Street QLine Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (313) 974-6159
  • Catering
    Contact us at info@babodetroit.com for more info on Catering!
  • Private party facilities
    Contact us at info@babodetroit.com for more info on Private Dining!
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