Detroit Ramen Restaurant Is One Of The Best In The Country
In a recent feature by Time Out that highlights the best places for Ramen in the country, a Detroit restaurant was named. Though ramen has many traditional components to be expected in the meal, certain establishments are expanding how the bowl is cooked.
“Chefs are putting their spin on it, creating their own mash-up versions with everything from coconut curry broth to toppings like matzo balls or cheese,” The Food Network explains. As a result, there are some very unique ramen concoctions popping up in restaurants all over the country.
Presently, it is fair to say there are ramen options for everyone. Whether you are a vegetarian or prefer your bowl with a hearty protein, you are sure to find something that you’ll like. Furthermore, certain ramen specialty restaurants even allow you to build your own bowl. Regardless, one item that is imperative to amazing ramen is the noodles. The Detroit restaurant that was recognized for serving some of the best ramen in the country offers 12 different variations.
Johnny Noodle King
Located at 2601 W. Fort Street, Johnny Noodle King is open seven days per week. Before you get to your main noodle order, you can dig into one of their snack items. These include bacon fried rice, Lobster Rangoon, and mochi.
Then, on to the main event. Each of the 12 ramen bowls offers an entirely different mouth-watering experience. The New Seul and the Chicken Ramen are the most traditional recipes. However, there are also items like the Smoked Butter Noodles, with no broth. If you want to add spice, there’s the Red Curry bowl or the Burnt Garlic Miso. Lastly, if this all seems too much for your taste buds, the “Dorm Room” may be your best option. That allows you to choose any broth and add in any noodle option.
Speaking of add-ons, there are also over 40 items you can add to your bowl of ramen. In addition, Johnny Noodle King also allows you to make a night of it while at their establishment. Every Monday through Friday, there’s a happy hour from 3pm-6pm. The Johnny Noodle King drink menu is extensive, with roughly 30 different choices.
Michigan Restaurant Named ‘Best Date Night’ Spot
Life gets busy and one way for couples to spend quality time together is with a date night. Whether you’re in a new relationship with your partner or have been with them for decades, you may want to check out this Detroit restaurant. Recently, LoveFood.com posted a list of the best date night restaurants in every state. Though Michigan has several places that would be perfect for a date night, their list highlighted one Michigan restaurant as the best in the state. Surprisingly, it’s in Detroit.
Wright & Company was listed as the best date night restaurant in Michigan. You may have stumbled upon this restaurant during a quick search for unique restaurants in Detroit or walked by it while strolling Woodward Avenue. It’s located at 1500 Woodward Avenue on the second floor of the historic Wright Kay building.
How they determined the best date night restaurants
The complete list includes spaces with “relaxed and intimate” spaces. “When we think of the perfect date night, images of cozy corners, charming ambience, and easy conversation over plates of delicious food come to mind,” said LoveFood.com. The website also mentioned that they’re partial to spaces with crisp white tablecloths with leather-bound menus.
What makes Wright & Company a unique space is that it gives visitors a beautiful view of Downtown Detroit. According to the Wright & Company website, the building was built in 1891 and from 1920 to 1978, the structure was occupied by the Wright-Kay jewelry firm.
They have a James Beard nominated chef and partner Marc Djozlija. Executive Chef Kyle Schutte creates seasonal menus around a composed shared plates concept. Some of their featured menu items include, pork belly sliders, crispy brussels sprouts, potato pavé, udon carbonara, and burrata. This best Michigan date night restaurant also has a curated list of local and international beer and wine. As well as a variety of unique cocktails. From the coffee infused ‘Room Service’ cocktail, to the Western Grace Brandy ‘Lost Grace’ cocktail.
When you walk into Wright & Company, you’ll step off the elevator and make your way to a host where they will greet you and seat you. It’s best to make reservations because they tend to get busy. The space has warm lighting from beautiful chandeliers, exposed brick chandeliers, and curved leather booths. Their shared plates concept makes it easier for one to get closer and bond with their partner during a date night.
See LoveFood.com’s ‘Best Date Night’ in each state here. And check out photos from my recent visit to the restaurant below:
Jeff Gorra is a Boston-based writer who has been with Beasley Media Group since the beginning of 2023. He writes about restaurants and food, as well as sports and rock music. His experience also includes show hosting and in-depth creative writing in rock and reggae dub music. Jeff’s an avid surfer, New York Giants, and Pearl Jam fan, however, if you make unforgettable pizza, he is sure to find you.
