Mother Handsome: A Versatile Café, Private Event Space, Cocktail Bar, and Pizzeria By morning, Mother Handsome is a charming café, serving freshly roasted, in-house coffee that makes for a delicious brew to start your day. As the sun sets, our space transforms into a vibrant Pizzeria & Bar, where you can enjoy the freshest espresso martinis and hand-tossed pizzas made with the finest ingredients. Our welcoming and cozy atmosphere is perfect for any occasion. We also offer a private room, ideal for hosting events ranging from intimate gatherings to larger celebrations. Whether you're stopping by for a morning pick-me-up or looking to unwind in the evening with friends, Mother Handsome provides an unforgettable experience from dawn to dusk.
Detroit is what it builds. 75 years ago a new style of pizza was born in the Motor City and it was different. What makes a pizza Detroit-Style? The same things that made Detroit – a little bit of ingenuity, some stubborn spirit and a whole lot of heart. It’s what sparked an original idea back in 1946 to take a steel auto pan, create something new and make Buddy’s the birthplace of Detroit-Style Pizza.Detroit is what it builds. 75 years ago a new style of pizza was born in the Motor City and it was different. What makes a pizza Detroit-Style? The same things that made Detroit – a little bit of ingenuity, some stubborn spirit and a whole lot of heart. It’s what sparked an original idea back in 1946 to take a steel auto pan, create something new and make Buddy’s the birthplace of Detroit-Style Pizza.
It was the 1930s and Six Mile and Conant was like any street corner in Detroit… people walking to the market, neighbors helping neighbors, and friends meeting at the local gathering spot now known as Buddy’s. Buddy’s existed as a “blind pig,” skirting the State and Federal laws that governed the on-site sale and usage of alcohol. Booze was available there. The owner at the time was August “Gus” Guerra.
