A Day of Detroit's Best Dining: Eat Your Way Through Shinola Hotel
From breakfast in bed to an expertly-crafted nightcap, discover how to spend a full day exploring the best dining and drinking downtown Detroit offers, without even leaving Shinola Hotel.
Start with Breakfast in Bed
Feel like savoring every second of your morning from the comfort of your room? We don’t blame you. Order breakfast in bed directly to your door and take your time. Dig into treats like housemade pastries, French toast and waffles, or savory favorites including our seasonal frittata or a classic American breakfast.
Lunchtime at The Brakeman & Penny Red's
When lunchtime hunger hits, step out into Parker's Alley. The Brakeman is our American beer and rec hall—craft brews and seasonal cocktails, beer hall seating, bar games and bigscreen TVs. It’s the perfect spot to catch a game (they screen all major home and away games for the Tigers, Lions, Red Wings, Pistons and beyond) or mingle with locals and visitors. Fuel up with buckets of fried chicken and honey butter biscuits from neighboring Penny Red’s. This local gem serves up famous Detroit-style chicken, sandwiches and sides that pair perfectly with an ice cold beer.
An Authentic Southern Italian Dinner at San Morello
By evening, San Morello is the move. The pasta is made by hand daily and paired with fresh seasonal ingredients to create original recipes inspired by the coast towns of Sicily. Wood-fired dishes take center stage, complemented by an award-winning wine program. During the warmer months, the patio is one of the best outdoor dining spots in downtown Detroit. Overall, San Morello stands as one of downtown Detroit’s top Italian restaurants, whether you opt for pizza, pasta, or shareable antipasti.
Nightcap at Evening Bar: Detroit's Go-To Cocktail Bar
Finish off the night in our sultry speakeasy, tucked beyond the hotel’s lobby. Slip into Evening Bar—complete with low lighting, supple seating, and a cocktail menu that emphasizes craftsmanship and time-honored technique. From impeccable classics (we suggest a Martini or Old Fashioned) to innovative new flavor profiles, Evening Bar is serving up some of the city’s best cocktails. It’s the perfect date-night spot or ideal place to cap off the night with friends.
