Plan Your Visit
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Editorial picks within walking distance
Selden Standard
Corktown
Detroit Opera House
Locally-sourced ingredients and refined comfort food in a warm, sophisticated setting.
“Reserve ahead on performance nights and allow 90 minutes for a leisurely dinner before curtain call.”
Dinner service Tue-Sun; closed Mondays
The Whitney
Downtown
Detroit Opera House
Opulent Belle Époque ambiance and classical French technique executed with modern sensibility.
“Book the pre-theatre menu option if available—timed perfectly for evening performances at the Detroit Opera House or Fisher Theatre.”
Dinner service Wed-Sun; pre-theatre seatings typically 5:30-6:30pm
Café Muse
Downtown
Detroit Opera House
Barista-quality coffee, contemporary art on rotating walls, and creative vegetarian options.
“Visit the day-of for matinee performances; it's a reliable spot to catch performers grabbing coffee before call time.”
Mon-Fri 7am-6pm, Sat-Sun 8am-5pm
El Harissa
Corktown
Detroit Opera House
Authentic North African flavors, communal dining style, and live musical ambiance that energizes audiences.
“Perfect for groups; make reservations and plan 75 minutes before performance curtain times.”
Open for dinner Tue-Sun; lunch weekends only
Anthology Coffee
Corktown
Detroit Opera House
Outstanding single-origin roasts, knowledgeable baristas, and a warm community vibe that attracts local musicians and performers.
“Arrive between 10am-12pm on weekdays to catch rehearsing singers and musicians unwinding post-rehearsal—great networking spot.”
Mon-Fri 7am-7pm, Sat-Sun 8am-6pm
Post-show bars & late-night options
Во́льный (Volnoy)
Midtown
Fisher Theatre
Expertly crafted cocktails with Eastern European inspiration and sophisticated old-world ambiance.
“Arrive early to secure seating; it fills quickly on performance nights with theatre-goers from the nearby Fisher Theatre.”
Open Tue-Sun from 5pm
Bronx Bar
Corktown
Detroit Opera House
No-frills authenticity, cheap drinks, Thursday night karaoke, and a stage-door crowd of performers letting loose after curtain.
“Show up after 11pm on performance nights to find touring opera singers and local theatre artists celebrating or commiserating.”
Open daily 12pm-2am; karaoke Thu-Sat nights
Transit, parking & directions
Opera House Parking Garage
Detroit Opera House
Unmatched convenience—park directly under the Opera House with elevator access to lobby.
Comerica Park Adjacent Parking
Detroit Opera House
Abundant parking, reasonable rates, and walkable proximity to all downtown arts venues.
Nearby highlights, venues & landmarks
Detroit Opera House
Downtown
Magnificent architecture, exceptional acoustics, and hosting the Detroit Opera Company's celebrated seasons.
“Arrive early to admire the ornate lobby and chandelier; backstage tours available on select dates—ask at box office.”
Box office open Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 12-5pm; closed Sundays
Fisher Theatre
Midtown
Exquisite Moorish-Byzantine design, legendary productions, and pre-Broadway try-outs.
“Take a pre-show stroll through the adjacent Fisher Building lobby—an architectural masterpiece that rivals the theatre itself.”
Box office open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm
Detroit Symphony Orchestra Hall (Orchestra Hall)
Midtown
Exceptional acoustics, historic ambiance, and the DSO's acclaimed international reputation.
“Visit the Kresge Library pre-performance to browse classical music and program notes; the staff is deeply knowledgeable about upcoming performances.”
Box office open Tue-Sun 10am-5pm; performance schedule varies
Palmer Park
Midtown
Orchestra Hall
Scenic pathways, open lawn concerts in summer, and proximity to Orchestra Hall and the Detroit Institute of Arts.
“Performers often walk here between rehearsals at Orchestra Hall; great spot for vocal warm-ups in the open air away from studio acoustics.”
Park open dawn to dusk; check website for seasonal concert programming