Veterans Day deals and other restaurant news and events

by Junna Base November 7, 2024

Dasher Room is open at Testa Barra: This popular holiday pop-up experience is back. The Christmas-themed Dasher Room on Testa Barra’s terrace is now open for the season with extended hours and days to accommodate demand. You can also enjoy festive cocktails, themed dishes and non-alcoholic drinks. Open Tue.-Sun. 48824 Romeo Plank Road, Macomb Township. (586) 434-0100. Testabarra.com.

Truffle Week at Oak & Reel: White truffle season has begun at chef Jared Gadbaw’s Detroit restaurant Oak & Reel. Kicking off on Thursday (November 7) is a special dinner featuring white truffles and Barolo wines for $280 per person. Additionally, shaved truffles may be served at the table during regular services through November 10 or until sold out. 2921 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit. Oakandreel.com.

Vodka Fest 2024 at the Royal Oak Farmers Market: Tickets for this spirits tasting include 10 samples, a commemorative glass, a commemorative photo and live entertainment. VIP tickets offer 15 samples and early entry. 6 or 7 p.m. Sat. $29.50 and up. 316 E. 11 Mile, Royal Oak. eventbrite.com/e/vodka-fest-2024-royal-oak-tickets-865089374607.

Grand Opening at Kinton Ramen: Windsor, Ontario, has the region’s first location of Kinton Ramen, a Japanese restaurant franchise with locations in New York, Chicago, Montreal and Toronto. The ramen restaurant is currently in the soft opening phase, with a grand opening party planned for Saturday. Opening hours this week are daily from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. 1475 Huron Church Road, Windsor. kintonramen.com.

Dinner with Alsatian wine at Bar Pigalle: Enjoy a special menu paired with wine pairings from this famous region of France without leaving Detroit. The five-course menu begins with langoustine crudo and includes choucroute (cured meat with sauerkraut), chartreuse of mushrooms, coq au riesling and a ginger tart. Seating on November 14th at 5:15 and 8:15 p.m. $145 per person. 2915 John R, Detroit. opentable.com/r/bar-pigalle-detroit.

Anatomy of a Cocktail Class at Johnny’s Speakeasy: These 90-minute courses include a mix of education, small bites and a personal touch. Owner and chef Johnny Prep, a certified spirits specialist, leads the classes, which are limited to 20 guests. Every second Thursday evening starting November 14th. $48 per person. 215 S. Main, Royal Oak. Johnnysroyaloak.com.

Tequila Launch Party at Shankar Distillers: This Troy craft distillery is releasing a new spirit: 900 Grados Tequila. The tequila is available in Blanco, Reposado and Añejo varieties and complements Shankar’s offering of bourbon, gin and vodka. An opening party with tastings, Mexican cuisine, mariachi music and more is planned for Nov. 16 from 4 to 11 p.m. 1030 Chicago, Troy. Shankardistillers.com.

Annual CN Holiday Train Party at Carbon Athletic Club: This private club opens to the public on November 25th for its annual Christmas party and fundraiser to coincide with the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train. The party features carols, live music, bonfires, hot chocolate and donuts, hot dogs, chili, a children’s area and a letter writing station for Santa. November 25, 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Admission $10. Food and drinks are sold exclusively against cash payment. 111 Gates, Detroit. eventbrite.com/e/cacs-annual-holiday-train-party-tickets-1070780656769.

New fall menu at Hamilton’s: Hamilton’s, located on the ground floor of the Godfrey Hotel in Corktown, has launched a new fall menu. New items include mussels, deviled eggs with smoked salmon, a winter squash salad, fried Great Lakes walleye and shareable tableside dishes such as beef Wellington, whole stuffed chicken and vegetable lasagna. 1401 Michigan, Detroit. (313) 463-4770. Hamiltonscorktown.com.

Le Suprême adds Coravin program: Adding to its already impressive wine program, French restaurant Le Suprême in Detroit’s Book Tower has introduced the Coravin program, which allows wine to be poured from a bottle without opening it. This gives guests the opportunity to order premium wines in smaller quantities at more affordable tasting prices without committing to a $200 or $1,000 bottle. 1265 Washington, Detroit. (313) 587-7734. lesupremedetroit.com.

Veterans Day Dining Deals

All offers are valid for November 11th unless otherwise stated.

Achatz Handmade Pie Co. and Pie Collective by Achatz: Free slice of cake for military veterans, in any flavor. Visit achatzpies.com for locations in the area.

Bar Louie: Active and retired military members can score a free burger on both November 10th and November 11th. Upgrade to an Impossible patty for $4. To receive the offer you must be a guest. 510 S. Main, Royal Oak. (248) 951-2195. Barlouie.com.

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse: Military members can receive a free Pizookie chocolate chip and a free appetizer coupon on Veterans Day to use on another visit November 12 through December. 31. 1445 Lakeside Circle, Sterling Heights. bjsrestaurants.com.

Blind owl: Veterans receive free entry when dining at Blind Owl in New Baltimore or downtown Royal Oak on Veterans Day. blindowlrestaurant.com.

Bubbas 33: All veterans can enjoy one of six free lunches and a non-alcoholic beverage. The offer is valid from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the locations at 22175 Eureka in Taylor and 17757 Hall Road in Macomb. Bubbas33.com.

Buddy’s Pizza: Veterans and active military members can receive 15% off dining out not only on Veterans Day but every day. Visit buddyspizza.com for full-service restaurants in Michigan.

Burger One: At each of the seven area locations, retired and active military members can receive a free classic cheeseburger meal. Burger1.com.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill: Vets and active military personnel can take home a free entree when they order an entree of equal or lesser value during dining November 8-10. On November 11th, vets can receive a free appetizer or dessert with a soft drink while dining on site. carrabbas.com.

Eddie Merlots: Veterans and active military members with proof of ID can receive a free Eddie’s Prime cheeseburger and fries, only paying tax and tip. 37000 Woodward, Bloomfield Hills. (248) 712-4095. Eddiemerlots.com.

Logan’s Roadhouse: Veterans and active military can receive a free lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. that includes a selection of cheeseburgers, hand-breaded chicken tenders, chopped steak, grilled pork chop, steak tips and sides. Logan’s, which offers military members a 10% discount year-round, also honors fallen heroes with a “Missing Man” table and a partnership with the nonprofit organization K9 for Warriors with a $50,000 donation. Logansroadhouse.com.

Sheetz: This convenience store chain is giving veterans and active military members a free half turkey sub and drinking fountain, as well as a free car wash for $9 on Veterans Day. Sheetz customers are encouraged to donate their loyalty points to United Service Organizations in November; 200 loyalty points equals a $1 donation through the Sheetz app. Sheetz.com.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse: Veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free Sullivan-style Angus burger and fries, all they have to do is pay taxes and tips. 1128 Washington, Detroit. (313) 591-2495. sullivanssteakhouse.com/detroit.

Tim Hortons: Customers wearing a U.S. military uniform or presenting a valid veteran ID card can receive a free classic donut. Timhortons.com.

White Castle: Veterans and active military members can receive a free single meal combo or breakfast combo meal. The food is served in special patriotic packaging. Whitecastle.com for locations.

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