Dig In! Michigan's Best Pasta

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Eataliana Homemade Pasta, Shelby Township, MI

Head to Shelby Township and check out one of the punniest pasta joints around with Eataliana Homemade Pasta. With dine-in or take-out options, you'll have your choice of venues here, and of course,…

Head to Shelby Township and check out one of the punniest pasta joints around with Eataliana…

The 7 Best Theme Bars in Michigan!

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Coyote Joe's, Shelby Township, MI

Shelby Township is host to Coyote Joe's, another country-themed bar that focuses on country music and the country lifestyle. Whether it's a release party for a country singer, or a country artist…

Shelby Township is host to Coyote Joe's, another country-themed bar that focuses on country music…

The 9 Best Animal Shelters in Michigan!

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Tigerlily Cat Rescue, Sterling Heights, MI

Taking its cues from the earlier two entries, Tigerlily Cat Rescue in Sterling Heights offers not only a cats-only operation but also a no-kill operation both staffed and funded by volunteers.…

Taking its cues from the earlier two entries, Tigerlily Cat Rescue in Sterling Heights offers not…

The 10 Best Markets in Michigan!

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Vince & Joe's Gourmet Market, Shelby Township, MI

Head to Shelby Township for Vince & Joe's Gourmet Market, a supermarket that proves that sometimes supermarkets can be surprisingly upscale, and not just those recently bought by Amazon. Check…

Head to Shelby Township for Vince & Joe's Gourmet Market, a supermarket that proves that…

9 Best Places for Oysters in Michigan

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Detroit Fish House & Oyster Bar, Shelby Township, MI

The Detroit Fish House is located in Shelby Township, which is just an offshoot of Detroit. You’ll get plenty of oyster love right here. Stop in for fresh oysters or Oysters Rockefeller as part…

The Detroit Fish House is located in Shelby Township, which is just an offshoot of Detroit.…

Best Kid-Friendly Dentists in Michigan

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Macomb Children’s Dentistry, Macomb, MI

There’s no way your child will dread going to the dentist after they see Macomb Children’s Dentistry’s office. The waiting rooms are equipped with iPads and feature a train table.…

There’s no way your child will dread going to the dentist after they see Macomb…

The 8 Best Thrift Stores in Michigan!

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Trouve Upscale Resale Boutique, Shelby Township, MI

The Trouve Upscale Resale Boutique, found in Shelby Township, managed to land top honors as Readers' Choice thrift shop last year from Metro Times. Called a “hidden gem” that allows…

The Trouve Upscale Resale Boutique, found in Shelby Township, managed to land top honors as…

8 Best Salad Bars in Michigan

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Salad Chef, Macomb Township, MI

Salad Chef in Macomb Township features an unusual premise: a make your own salad that works like a salad bar but focuses more on take-out. You build your own salad here using one of five different…

Salad Chef in Macomb Township features an unusual premise: a make your own salad that works like a…

Kids (and Parents) Rejoice! Michigan's Best Playgrounds

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Stony Creek Metropark, Shelby Township, MI

Shelby Township's Stony Creek playground offers a wide range of options for the kids to enjoy. The old days of the fireman's pole are gone, for example, replaced with an “elevator-style”…

Shelby Township's Stony Creek playground offers a wide range of options for the kids to enjoy. The…

Community Hub: Best Libraries in Michigan

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Rochester Hills Public Library, Rochester Hills, MI

From book signings and other special events to a community bookmobile, the Rochester Hills Public Library in Rochester Hills is one of Michigan's leading lights in libraries. They've even got a…

From book signings and other special events to a community bookmobile, the Rochester Hills Public…

Mac Shack, Madison Heights, MI

Featured in The 8 Best Places for Mac and Cheese in Michigan!

Eat your mac and cheese off the back of a truck! That may sound bizarre, but some of the best around can be had via the Mac Shack's food trucks in Madison Heights. With eight different kinds… Read More

Macomb Children’s Dentistry, Macomb, MI

Featured in The 10 Best Kid-Friendly Dentists in Michigan!

There’s no way your child will dread going to the dentist after they see Macomb Children’s Dentistry’s office. The waiting rooms are equipped with iPads and feature a train table.… Read More

SoupDive, Southfield, MI

Featured in 7 Best Soup Places in Michigan

At SoupDive, start with the Dive Gumbo and from there go as slender and healthy as the vegan cabbage soup or as thick and potent as the angus beef stew. Naturally, it's not just soup; you can grab… Read More

Salad Chef, Macomb Township, MI

Featured in 8 Best Salad Bars in Michigan

Salad Chef in Macomb Township features an unusual premise: a make your own salad that works like a salad bar but focuses more on take-out. You build your own salad here using one of five different… Read More

Fuji Buffet, Madison Heights, MI

Featured in The 10 Best Buffets in Michigan!

While on the surface, it's good enough as a Japanese restaurant—a Japanese seafood restaurant, no less—featuring not only dim sum but also an array of seafood dishes, it was their Friday… Read More

Star of India, Ferndale, MI

Featured in The 8 Best Indian Restaurants in Michigan!

Star of India in Ferndale does a little something different with its Indian fare, focusing on dishes made mainly with the aid of a clay oven. While that means a lot of similar items, that means some… Read More

Eco Nails, Troy, MI

Featured in The 9 Best Nail Salons in Michigan!

Eco Nails, as the name suggests, focuses on providing its services using natural and organic products in every place possible. From its herbal products to its biodegradable detergent to its LED light… Read More

Elf Shelf, Troy, MI

Featured in The 10 Best Craft Fairs in Michigan!

Elf Shelf, an annual craft show in Troy, is the Troy Women's Association's primary fundraising activity. Featuring a variety of crafts ranging from toys to jewelry and beyond, the event allows… Read More

Loui's Pizza, Hazel Park, MI

Featured in Best Pizza in Michigan: Our 9 Favorites!

Detroit-style pizza is an unusual refinement of Chicago style, a kind of deep-dish pizza served square and cut in squares with a particular layering of toppings. One of the best places to find such… Read More

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