Rainforest Cafe - Detroit Great Lakes

4.1 (1133)

$30 and under

American

4310 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326

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2 people

29 Jul 2025

July 2025

19:00

Booked 33 times today

About this restaurant

Child-friendly
Innovative
Good for groups

You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It’s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you’re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert.
Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants and entertaining gorillas. It’s not just another meal; it’s an adventure! Don’t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village.
CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:00–21:00 Sun 11:00–18:00
Phone number
(248) 333-0280
Website
http://www.rainforestcafe.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Find your location on RainforestCafe.com for event catering or visit https://www.ezcater.com/catering/pvt/rainforest-cafe-auburn-hills
Private party facilities
At Rainforest Cafe, we offer more than just a A WILD PLACE TO EAT®. Let us help you throw your next birthday party, private special event, or even a school field trip with our Educational Programs. For more details, visit www.rainforestcafe.com/private-events/ or call your favorite Rainforest today!
Delivery & takeout
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Location
4310 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Area
Detroit
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,133 people are saying

Rainforest Cafe - Detroit Great Lakes reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.0Food
3.9Service
4.3Ambience
3.7Value

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Rainforest Cafe - Detroit Great Lakes offers a "fantastic atmosphere" with captivating rainforest-themed decor, making it a hit with families and children. While the food quality and service can be inconsistent, the experience is elevated by the "great ambiance" and visual entertainment. A reservation is recommended to avoid long waits.

1,133 Reviews

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Debbie
Detroit / Eastern Michigan6 reviews
3.0
Dined on 15 July 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Fun place to go with good service but overpriced (over $4 for a soft drink, $20 for a salad and $28 for fajitas!). Chicken on the chicken taco salad was refrigerated and served cold. Lettuce on salad tasted like the old dole bagged lettuce. (Which I’m sure it was, but it has a distinct taste that I don’t like.). I think if they reduced prices and revamped their menu l, business would pick up again, but it’s no surprise there are so many locations closing.
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Stephanie
Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review
2.0
Dined on 5 July 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Our waiter forgot to put in our outset which resulted in us sitting there for approximately 45 minutes without anything. While they did bring a free appetizer (chips and salsa) there wasn’t anything else said. When our food came out, the rice in the shrimp sampler was cold and there was almost NO flavor at all in the taco salad. For the money we paid and issues we had it was enough to make me not want to dine there again.
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Vernon
Detroit / Eastern Michigan8 reviews
3.0
Dined on 26 June 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
This is not a place we go often. Mainly because it’s expensive and you wouldn’t know that because there are no prices on the menu. It cost my 5 year old son and I $45.00 for meatloaf and a cheeseburger kids meal. That’s not including the tip. I haven’t been here for at least a decade and nothing has changed. It really needs to be updated because it just seems dirty.
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David
Detroit / Eastern Michigan6 reviews
3.0
Dined on 23 June 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We went for the atmosphere which is fantastic. The server was very friendly but no one came to remove the dirty dishes so we had to push them aside when the dessert arrived. Food is average but a bit pricey because you’re paying for the ambience.
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Jennifer
Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula1 review
1.0
Dined on 20 June 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
We were sat down and ignored for 30 minutes. Ended up leaving before we even spoke to a server.
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Bianca
Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review
1.0
Dined on 9 June 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
I was not satisfied with my meal it was okay. But for how much I paid I would’ve hoped it was better. I wish I would’ve never came there. Service was okay. Waiter was nice but it was my daughter birthday and their enthusiasm while singing happy birthday was not great. I was not happy. Overall the kids had fun which is the most important but I wish I could get a refund for what I paid for.
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Paul
Detroit / Eastern Michigan5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything is good, maybe could upgrade the animatronics.
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Teqia
Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review
5.0
Dined on 9 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My Bill was $120 with a $10 tip! Four people (one a child). Four meals. Labeled Birthday in reservation but it was not recognized. Food was good but was not ready for spice level but still enjoyed. My son loved the sound animals and my daughters the the decor and the aquariums. Nice gift store. Bar ready but didn’t take the opportunity this time. Was first time being there wish our seating was closer to the wall rather than aquarium. Had Ribs, Coconut shrimp, battered chicken (trio) jerk chicken pasta and Mac orange and applesauce for child. No dessert.
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Asjanique
Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review
3.0
Dined on 2 May 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Just wanted to share my thoughts on my recent visit! The food was absolutely amazing – seriously, top-notch stuff. I had such a great time overall. One small thing, though – our server wasn't quite as on point as the rest of the experience. No big deal, just thought I'd mention it. Thanks again!
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Michael
Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review
2.0
Dined on 26 April 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was ok…could be better. Nice environment though
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Rainforest Cafe - Detroit Great Lakes offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (248) 333-0280.

Rainforest Cafe - Detroit Great Lakes is rated 4.1 stars by 1133 OpenTable diners.

Rainforest Cafe - Detroit Great Lakes does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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4310 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326

Additional information

Area
Detroit
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:00–21:00 Sun 11:00–18:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.rainforestcafe.com/
Phone number
(248) 333-0280
Catering
Find your location on RainforestCafe.com for event catering or visit https://www.ezcater.com/catering/pvt/rainforest-cafe-auburn-hills
Private party facilities
At Rainforest Cafe, we offer more than just a A WILD PLACE TO EAT®. Let us help you throw your next birthday party, private special event, or even a school field trip with our Educational Programs. For more details, visit www.rainforestcafe.com/private-events/ or call your favorite Rainforest today!

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