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Babo - Detroit, Detroit, MI

Babo - Detroit

4.8
4.8
496 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
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.

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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
    (313) 974-6159
  • 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!
  • Neighborhood
    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 496 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Best Overall

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Best Value

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Great for brunch

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Neighborhood gem

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    American

  • Detroit

    Best Overall

  • Detroit

    Best Value

  • Detroit

    Great for brunch

  • Detroit

    Neighborhood gem

  • Detroit

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Babo in Detroit is a brunch hotspot known for its "consistently good food" and "friendly service." Guests rave about the "amazing food and amazing servers." The Creme Brulee French Toast and Kimchi Patatas Bravas are highly recommended. While seating can be tight, the vibrant atmosphere and customizable mimosas enhance the experience.

496 Reviews
  1. Stephanie

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    The noise level made conversation almost impossible and made communication with the wait staff difficult.

    1 person found this helpful

  2. Viji

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, service was great, ambience had a great vibe with good music!

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Javi

    Detroit

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    This is my second time coming here. First time was great, no issues. Second time I was very disappointed. I made a reservation and arrived to see all the tables full. It’s a really small space and we had to wait about 25 minutes before being seated. It’s clear they take any amount of reservations regardless of how busy it is. It’s a popular space so reservations are essentially useless if you just get added to the queue when you arrive. The food took about 45-50 minutes to arrive after we placed the order, which for such a small space seemed like a lot. The food was very good, but the experience wasn’t great today and if this is how it is every other time I come in, I’m disappointed.

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Bootz

    Detroit

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I am a regular guest. Absolutely love the food and the staff is really nice. The food today was a little off, I got the granola bowl and it was just kind of sad. I wish they would use real granola or maybe something local instead of crushed up natures valley bar. And if you’re only going to give someone just two strawberries, they need to be really really fresh. Again, I’m a regular and I love coming there. Just wanted to give you a little bit of feedback because I don’t think most regulars do. Thanks for always being sweet and professional!

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Tobias

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. I didn’t care for our particular sitting near the kitchen but, aside from that everything was great! The service, food delicious cooked to perfection, mimosa yummy that lavender was my favorite and my husband preferred the strawberry. It’s a 10/10 full experience brunch for two $100 can’t beat!

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Lateena

    Detroit

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Babo is a charming spot for breakfast and brunch with delicious food and wonderful service! From the moment we sat down, Tina, our waitress, made us feel right at home. She was attentive, friendly, and ensured we had everything we needed. Despite being busy, we didn’t wait long at all, which is a big plus for a quality breakfast. The food was excellent—clearly made with fresh ingredients and a lot of care. I’d definitely come back for the flavors alone! The only thing I’d suggest is a bit of an update to the seating and ambiance. The booth fabric could use some attention or replacement with something easier to clean, as it looked a bit worn. There was also a slight hint of a sewer smell that was noticeable; I think a few updates could really elevate the space and make it even more inviting. Overall, Babo is a great spot for brunch, and with a few minor changes, it could be perfect!

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  7. DARLINE

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our reservation was for noon on Sunday, and we arrived about 10 minutes early. We were seated right away. A server approached us very shortly with water and asked if we wanted anything to drink. I ordered some the crème brûlée French toast and my DIL ordered the Italian sub. The toast was one of the best things I’ve EVER eaten. It’s served with fresh strawberries and blueberries with whipped cream on the side. The syrup is served in its own condiment cup. This French toast was LARGE, and had a lovely crunch. I think they use a torch to crystallize it, and it is wonderful! My DIL loved her sandwich. We both took leftovers home. I’ve been here several times, and it never disappoints.

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  8. Angela

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, the experience at Babo was absolutely fantastic! After my first meal there a few years ago it immediately became one of my favorite spots. I have recommended and taken quite a few family and friends since then and the food is always guaranteed fresh, flavorful, and delicious! The atmosphere is comfy and the weight staff is super, kind, joyful, and knowledgeable. I continue to highly recommend it. It's a Detroit gem!

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  9. Alexandra

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The most delicious Creme Brulee french toast! Ugh, I could have it every day!

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  10. Colleen

    Detroit

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, and our lattes were fantastic! Very cute place :)

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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 496 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 PM
Booked 17 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Babo - Detroit

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

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Woodward
  • Neighborhood
    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
  • Phone number
    (313) 974-6159
  • 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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