5 New Kid-Friendly Metro Detroit Eateries to Try in 2025

A lot of New Year’s resolutions can feel restrictive, which is why I prefer to take on the new year with a bucket list, instead. My 2025 bucket list is filled with exciting new things I want to experience in the year ahead, from checking out new attractions coming to Detroit to dining at some of the best new restaurants in town. 

Trying new flavors as a family is an awesome addition to any New Year’s bucket list. Looking for recommendations? These five eateries opened in 2024 and have lived up to the hype. From family-friendly coffee shops to cozy comfort food, give these kid-friendly spots a try if you’re looking to try new things and support local businesses in 2025.

Cafe Noir

• Address: 9405 John R. St., Detroit

Turn your quest for coffee into a family outing when you visit Cafe Noir. The family-friendly coffee shop offers sweet treats and a variety of coffee drinks, as well as hot chocolate, chocolate milks and apple juice for kids. You’ll find work from local artists proudly displayed on the walls, and cool, Instagrammable seating outside. For more artsy vibes, check out the art gallery next door. 

Norm’s Diner 

• Address: 8029 Agnes St., Detroit

For a cozy breakfast filled with special touches, Norm’s Diner is the place to be. This neighborhood spot takes classic diner fare to the next level. The menu is simple, but the food is sure to impress. After your meal, be sure to order a creamy chocolate or vanilla malt. 

Lincoln Yard + Little Yard

• Address: 2159 E. Lincoln St., Birmingham

This hip new spot is situated in a repurposed school bus depot. Lincoln Yard, the main, sit-down space, serves healthier versions of classic comfort foods, including pizza, burgers and rotisserie chicken. You’ll also find classic kids’ menu options — burgers, pizza, mac and cheese and chicken tenders. Little Yard is the operation’s takeaway counter serving breakfast, treats and drinks all day. 

Corktown Taphouse

• Address: 1611 Michigan Ave., Ste 200, Detroit

Corktown Taphouse is your family’s place to eat, play and make some awesome memories together. The new destination in Corktown offers duck pin bowling and darts, a great selection of alcoholic beverages, and bites from two independently-owned kitchens. 1834 Kitchen is serving up kid-approved snacks like chicken tenders, mozzarella sticks and pretzel bites, and you’ll find tacos, burritos, bowls and kids’ meals at Agave and Lime. 

Bombshell Treat Bar

• Address: 2688 Coolidge Highway, Berkley

The beloved build-your-own ice cream bar pop up finally opened its first brick-and-mortar location in metro Detroit this year. Kids love creating their own custom ice cream bars, starting with unique chocolate dip flavors and finishing them off with toppings ranging from your typical candies and sauces to wild ingredients like edible glitter, lemon gummies and pink sea salt. Find ice cream floats, soft pretzel sundaes and more unique treats here, too.

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