The Apparatus Room

"We’ve never been before and recently stopped in for what was going to be a “quick drink and maybe an appetizer”. A few drinks and appetizers later, I can honestly say, I found my new favorite hangout spot AND new favorite food! The atmosphere is amazing, the staff is incredible…so kind and attentive, and every bite of food was like nothing I’ve ever eaten before. If you enjoy beets, the beet carpaccio is the most delicious dish I’ve had! I savored every-single-bite and could without a doubt, could eat it everyday! I’m already looking forward to going back!!!"

"What an incredible dinner date. In town visiting and decided to try The Apparatus Room. Looked full but was able to score comfortable seating for two right near the chef’s busy area. Watched dishes prepared and was cool to see how the kitchen flowed. Our server Shelby was incredible. Knowledgeable on the menu and drinks. We picked a delicious red wine to pair with our pasta dishes that were full of flavor. Pushed ourselves for a dessert, a cheesecake with rye crumble with a pomegranate sorbet, a perfect ending to our meal. Everything was a treat for the eyes first and quickly followed by amazing flavors. We will for sure return! Thank you Shelby for excellent service and a memorable evening in Detroit! Highly recommend this beautiful unique restaurant."

"I loved EVERYTHING about this place!! My husband and I did the chefs 8 course dinner for my birthday and it was incredible. Our server, Lauren, was great too! I’m already dying to go back."

"I've always enjoyed Apparatus Room, whether for a full meal or drinks with friends. I love the ambiance and upscale feel of the place. I love the many lights that give a somewhat majestic feel to the place. I enjoy the friendly and accommodating staff, delicious food, and mature and sophisticated guests. I recently enjoyed an intimate birthday dinner there with some friends and even met a celebrity; the father from the show "Smart Guy" John Marshall Jones!! It was an amazing evening. My friends were very happy with their experience and plan to return with their husband's and perhaps have their birthday dinners there as well. Excellent experience!!"

"The level of service and food has fallen compared to past visits. Bar service was friendly and quick. Table service was not so quick and enjoyable. We had multiple separate check-ins that did result in any orders or deliveries from the server who seemed to be buying time between tables, perhaps it was a staffing issue. Moving from the bar to the table service is also confusing because I was told the menu item I wanted from the bar could not be served at the table because if they let people do that everyone would order it. Didn't seem like that would be problem for a restaurant, but perhaps they are trying to keep prices a bit higher for table service. Server was not knowledgeable on wine, but the woman we did speak to about wine was very friendly and informative. Portions were ok, food was hit or miss in terms of interestingness. Cauliflower is still good, chocolate chip cookie recipe has changed. Prices seem to have increased and quality has decreased. Overall, I would come for the bar and the fancy space, but would probably skip table service."