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The Apparatus Room, Detroit, MI

The Apparatus Room

4.6
4.6
3702 Reviews
$31 to $50
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

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2 people
19:00
Booked 85 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for business meals
Chic yet approachable, historic while tastefully modern. The Apparatus Room bridges the old and the new, offering iconic New American cuisine by Chef Rece Hogerheide rooted in Midwestern ingredients, thoughtfully crafted cocktails, and esoteric wines.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Mon–Sat 17:00–22:00 Mon–Fri 07:00–10:30 Sat, Sun 07:00–14:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (313) 800-5600
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Rece Hogerheide
  • Catering
    For event or larger party inquiries, please email sales@detroitfoundationhotel.com for additional details.<br /><br />Detroit Foundation is a one-of-a-kind location for a variety of events, including corporate gatherings, dining and standing receptions.
  • Private party facilities
    For Private Dining Room booking inquiries, email arreservations@detroitfoundationhotel.comOur space features natural light.Available for daytime meetings, evening events and small reception.Chef’s choice menu.Capacity - Tailored for groups between 10 and 30.
  • Area
    Detroit
  • Cross Street
    Washington Blvd.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking, TCF Center Parking Garage, Public Parking Lot
  • Public transit
    Detroit People Mover, QLine, Bus Line
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Thanksgiving at The Fire House

    US$85.00 per person

    28 Nov 2024 only
    Join us for our Family Style Thanksgiving experience in the historic Detroit fire house! Family style dinner created by Executive Chef Rece Hogerheide. $85 + tax & gratuity $45 + tax & gratuity for children under 12 years old. $25 per person cancellation fee First: -house sweet rolls with DFH honey butter -roasted buttercup squash dip, yogurt, chili crunch, fried hazelnut -chicken liver mousse, port reduction, pickled shallots Second: -oak hill local lettuces, root vegetables, radicchio, sherry vinaigrette, pistachio, pomegranate Main: -heritage turkey, crown roast & roulade -hunter's sausage sourdough stuffing, chestnut, cherry -black pepper gravy - robuchon style potatoes -cranberry ginger chutney To finish: -seasonal dessert
    Thanksgiving at The Fire House photo

What 3,702 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Apparatus Room, housed in a historic firehouse, offers "excellent food" and "outstanding service" with a unique and vibrant atmosphere. Diners love the "beautiful space" and creative cocktails. Despite a limited menu, the "halibut is outstanding" and the brunch options are praised. Perfect for special occasions and gatherings.

3,702 Reviews
  1. Laura

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience! The food was excellent! Our waiter Gerard was awesome.

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  2. Drews

    Orlando

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Too many vegetarian dishes. We eat meat! Enough said
    The Apparatus RoomResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Drews. We're sorry to hear that our vegetarian options seemed to be a point of frustration. We're always looking to improve and your feedback is valuable to us. We're glad to see that our service and value met your expectations. We hope to serve you again and provide a better experience.

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  3. Adam

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great for energetic evening downtown. Sitting area, bar, and dinning all nice to grab a cocktail and a bite.
    The Apparatus RoomResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us Adam! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your evening at The Apparatus Room. We strive to create a comfortable and enjoyable environment for our guests, so we're glad you appreciated the seating areas. It's great to know that you enjoyed our cocktail and meal as well. We appreciate your high ratings and look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  4. Jill

    Charleston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We stayed at the Detroit Foundation Hotel, so of course we needed to try the restaurant. Except for getting seated at a small table by the entrance when the restaurant was almost empty and there were plenty of nicer table to choose from, it all turned out great. The food…. perfection!!!! The oysters were so fresh and delicious! The cocktails and their wine list were great, so even before considering the entrees, we were impressed. The menu is seasonal and had a nice variety to it. We ended up ordering Gnocchi and the Lamb ragu pasta which was perfect. Both dishes filled with flavors and the perfect size. The vibe at the hotel was great and I would be perfectly fine just staying at the hotel for a weekend enjoying perfect food, fun Saturday afternoon cocktails (they have a DJ playing great music) and excellent brunches on the weekends. If anything, the staff was a little inattentive. They very easily ignored people wanted to buy something at the bar, tables in the lobby bar didn’t get cleaned when people left etc. But still I gotta love this place.
    The Apparatus RoomResponded 4 days ago
    Hi JayA, Thank you for your kind words and for choosing The Apparatus Room. We're thrilled you enjoyed our food, especially the oysters and lamb ragu. We're glad you found our vibe and ambiance to your liking, too. We appreciate your feedback on the service and will use it to improve. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I always enjoy seeing this establishment. Great time. I suggest following directly into dinner from brunch without closing.
    The Apparatus RoomResponded 4 days ago
    Hi, thank you for taking the time to share your experience at The Apparatus Room. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoy our restaurant and that you recommend us for a great time. We're sorry to hear that you found our food to be just a bit different from your usual experience. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly take it into consideration as we continually strive to improve our menu offerings. Looking forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  6. Christopher

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jarod or Jerome was absolutely amazing. He was very patient, kind and understanding with every request. His service was amazing!
    The Apparatus RoomResponded on 11 November 2024
    Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience at The Apparatus Room. It's always our goal to provide excellent service and we're glad we could accommodate your requests. We appreciate your kind words about our team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  7. JasonG

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal, service, atmosphere and vibe. The staff were very welcoming the food was awesome and we really enjoyed our night, thank you.
    The Apparatus RoomResponded on 4 November 2024
    Thanks for visiting us, JasonG! We're thrilled to hear you had a great meal and enjoyed the atmosphere at The Apparatus Room. Our team works hard to provide a welcoming environment and top-notch service, so your kind words are much appreciated. We're glad that we could contribute to making your night memorable. Looking forward to serving you again soon!

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  8. Anne

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I brought a corporate group in for dinner and we could not have had a better experience. From the greeters to the bartenders to the waitstaff, bellman and valet....everyone exhibited the best in service and hospitality. The food was exceptional and the cocktail were second to none. The atmosphere is classy yet cozy and everything is upscale. I cannot say enough good things about our experience.
    The Apparatus RoomResponded on 30 October 2024
    Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your group had a great experience at The Apparatus Room. It's wonderful to know that our team's efforts to provide the best service and hospitality stood out for you. We're also delighted that you enjoyed our food and cocktails. Your kind words about our atmosphere are greatly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  9. Tammy

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and ambiance was amazing! Such a cool spot!
    The Apparatus RoomResponded on 29 October 2024
    Hey TammyM, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and ambiance at The Apparatus Room. We always strive to create a unique and enjoyable experience for our guests. We appreciate your feedback on our service and hope to provide an even better experience next time! Best, The Management Team

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  10. Holly

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing experience! I dined here for my birthday after the Lions game on Sunday, 10/27. The hospitality provided by the staff in addition to the atmosphere was more than I could've dreamed. I felt so well taken care of by the staff. The special touches with wine, desert, and a birthday note on the table really stood out to me. I really can't wait to dine here again. The restaurant was, of course, beautiful. The furniture, lighting, and design are everything I love. It felt cozy and chic at the same time. Truly, it was probably the best experience I've ever had at a restaurant... ever. My friends and I like to dine out often and in many different cities, but this was very, very special here. Thank you to the entire staff for being so outstanding.
    The Apparatus RoomResponded on 30 October 2024
    Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a memorable birthday celebration at The Apparatus Room. It's great to know that our team was able to provide the right kind of treatment to make your special day even better. We're glad you enjoyed the atmosphere, the furniture, and the design. We always strive to create a cozy and chic experience for our guests. We're honored to have been part of your dining experience and look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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FAQs

The Apparatus Room offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (313) 800-5600.

The Apparatus Room is rated 4.6 stars by 3702 OpenTable diners.

The Apparatus Room does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 85 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Apparatus Room

250 W Larned St, Detroit, MI 48226

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Washington Blvd.
  • Area
    Detroit
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Mon–Sat 17:00–22:00 Mon–Fri 07:00–10:30 Sat, Sun 07:00–14:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking, TCF Center Parking Garage, Public Parking Lot
  • Public transit
    Detroit People Mover, QLine, Bus Line
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Rece Hogerheide
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (313) 800-5600
  • Catering
    For event or larger party inquiries, please email sales@detroitfoundationhotel.com for additional details.<br /><br />Detroit Foundation is a one-of-a-kind location for a variety of events, including corporate gatherings, dining and standing receptions.
  • Private party facilities
    For Private Dining Room booking inquiries, email arreservations@detroitfoundationhotel.comOur space features natural light.Available for daytime meetings, evening events and small reception.Chef’s choice menu.Capacity - Tailored for groups between 10 and 30.
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