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Babo - Detroit, Detroit, MI

Babo - Detroit

4.8
4.8
524 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 9:00 am–5:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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!
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighbourhood
    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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 524 people are saying

Babo - Detroit reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Great for brunch

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    American

  • Detroit

    Great for brunch

  • Detroit

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Babo in Detroit offers a charming brunch experience with "delicious food" and "wonderful service." Highlights include the "creme brulee French toast," espresso martini, and truffle omelet. The cozy, modern setting is ideal for brunch or lunch, though reservations are recommended due to its popularity. A delightful gem on Woodward Avenue!
524 Reviews
  1. JenniferK

    Detroit3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was excellent- everyone was pleasant and eager to help. The atmosphere was perfect for a Saturday brunch. Recommend expresso martini, waffle & chicken and egg white truffle omelet. Will definitely be back!

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  2. PlymouthJim

    Detroit9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A quaint, modern place with excellent food and service. Great brunch spot or lunch spot. I have had multiple breakfasts there, enjoyed a lunch today with a delicious harvest salad. A little gem on Woodward Avenue. Highly recommended.

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  3. PamelaA VIP

    Las Vegas8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I love it here for brunch. It’s just a little noisy, but everything else is great.

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  4. Gregory

    Detroit15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very delicious and the service was great.

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  5. Jason

    Detroit1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an amazing place with delicious food. My date and I enjoyed and would return.

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  6. Pamela

    Las Vegas6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were there on a Sunday morning. This isn't our first time. Highly recommend making reservations. Food was just warm when it arrived. Wish it was hot, but I did not complain. I would come back to eat there again.

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  7. Jack

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was excellent, and the restaurant being on the smaller side means you don’t get forgotten. A couple softer surfaces might help absorb some noise, but the restaurant is comfortably at capacity which means it’s just going to be a little noisy. The drip coffee is good!! I had the avocado toast just as something lighter, and the lemon zest really added to it. My sister really liked the waffle and the spiked hot chocolate. The spiked drinks were a little pricier, but with the whole menu taken into consideration it’s just because they use quality ingredients and adjust accordingly, but fairly.

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  8. Anwar

    New Orleans3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a great dining experience. Never a disappointment.

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  9. DAVE

    Detroit16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience at babo, but I missed my favorite server “Haana”.

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  10. Dee

    Detroit1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service! The food was amazing per usual. I had the crème brûlée French toast, sticky wings and an espresso martini—I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. Still one of my favorite brunch restaurants in the area!

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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 4.8 stars by 524 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for Babo - Detroit

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

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Woodward
  • Neighbourhood
    Detroit
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 9:00 am–5:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  • 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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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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