2. Detroit Opera House
9.0
1526 Broadway St (at Witherell St), Detroit, MI
Opera House · Downtown Detroit · 40 tips and reviews
HISTORY: The old Grand Circus Theater was transformed into this opera house, which opened on January 22, 1922. Featured artists have included jazz legends Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington.
Broadway In Detroit: Mary Poppins literally flew through the opera house! Look for more great Broadway In Detroit shows coming in the future to one of Detroit's BEST theatres!
VisitDetroit: Opened in 1922 and originally known as the Capitol Theatre, the Detroit Opera House has featured such legends as Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington and Luciano Pavarotti.
HISTORY: The theatre opened on April 1, 1915. There is a myth that legendary magician Harry Houdini gave his last performance on stage here, on Halloween night 1926, but it was later proven false.
VisitDetroit: Contrary to popular myth, Harry Houdini did not give his final performance at the Majestic. His last performance was at the Garrick Theatre on Griswold.
David Mikel 😜😎: Great theatre, saw movie while here
6. The Fillmore Detroit
9.2
2115 Woodward Ave (at W Elizabeth St.), Detroit, MI
Concert Hall · Downtown Detroit · 57 tips and reviews
Victoria Elli: NYE 2014 Resolution Ball NYE Party at The Fillmore Theater, Detroit, MI, early @ Tuesday December 31 2013. Grab your tickets @ http://tinyurl.com/q3t3hjj
Mat Collis: Cool old theater type venue. Doesn't sound amazing but it's ok
Jessica Russell: One of my absolute favorite venues for concerts. Not a bad seat in the place.
8. Fisher Building
9.2
3011 W Grand Blvd (at 2nd Ave.), Detroit, MI
Structure · New Center · 20 tips and reviews
James Witman: An Art Deco masterpiece designed by 'Detroit's Architect,' Albert Kahn. The Fisher Building is home to the Fisher Theatre, another great venue for seeing a Broadway show.
Sofia Uz: Spend a few minutes gazing up! If you get a chance, catch a performance at the theatre inside
Lexi Geyer: Did the free tour with Pure Detroit. Would definitely recommend!!
11. Elwood Bar & Grill
7.8
300 E Adams Ave (at Brush St), Detroit, MI
Sports Bar · Downtown Detroit · 20 tips and reviews
Vickie Figueroa: Go for the atmosphere. Food OK in a pinch - beer, wine selection is slim. But it's across from Ford Field & Gem, Music Theater and Opera House. Great for hanging out.
Detroit Free Press: This historic downtown art deco diner’s atmosphere is one of the best to experience before or after D-town sporting event thanks to one of the friendliest staffs in town & reasonable prices. Read more.
Teri McGiness: Excellent chicken fingers!
13. Cuisine
7.2
670 Lothrop Rd (btwn 3rd St. & 2nd Ave.), Detroit, MI
French Restaurant · New Center · 12 tips and reviews
Eater: Set in an historic house, Paul Grosz's restaurant serves "impeccable" food in a fine dining atmosphere. A favorite of the theater crowd, it's pricey, but worth it for an occasion. [Eater 38 Member]
Brian Graham: Special menu for plays at the Fisher theater
Scott Benson: Try the happy hour pork belly.