Whitney Restaurant
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Customer Reviews (29 reviews)
Bluemango
on Citysearch May 16, 2009This building has amazing architecture, amazing ambiance and unbeliveable service. I recenlty visited The Whitney for dinner and our service and food was exquisite. I had the scallop dish and the presentation was... (more)
Annette21
on Citysearch Mar 15, 2009The beauty of this amazing mansion and restaurant and its well prepared cuisine are damaged by inept and self-involved management who seem oblivious to the importance of customer satisfaction.... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 22, 2008This place has impeccable service and awesome food. They have a 7 course meal. They also have private rooms. Although they are very pricey, be prepared. (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Mar 21, 2007<b>In Short<br></b>Built by former lumber tycoon David Whitney, the Whitney is a 21,000-square-foot mansion of elegance and extravagance. Patrons dine in one of the estate's 52 rooms, the scene is both romantic... (more)
gzmo57
on Citysearch Mar 09, 2007The Whitney closed on February 18, 2007 for a change of ownership/management and remodeling. If you are interested in visiting this beautiful mansion, please call first. It's my understanding that it will be... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jan 01, 2007This is a restored very large home/castle in Detroit. It has some really neat old furnishings inside and they try to keep all the original old art work, woodwork, and such entact. You can have weddings at the Whitney,... (more)
Teresa F.
on Judys Book Jul 15, 2006This is a restored very large home/castle in Detroit. It has some really neat old furnishings inside and they try to keep all the original old art work, woodwork, and such entact. You can have weddings at the Whitney,... (more)
Laura Z.
on Judys Book Aug 27, 2005The restaurant is in a old mansion, and the decoration is just wonderful. I consider it to be the jewel in down town detroit. the food is very good. and environment is very formal, proper attire is required. this is a... (more)
gthing666
on Citysearch May 25, 2004I have been here many time but only once for dinner, I love this place highly romatic and great desserts. In fact we had dinner I had dessert then went upstairs to the paino bar and later had another dessert. It is truly... (more)
cnj501
on Citysearch May 04, 2004I visited the Whitney on May 1, 2004 and had an experience unlike any other. The restaraunt itself if absolutely gorgeous. The service was the best I have ever had. The food was incredible... in fact, my boyfriend and I... (more)
lorenabalena
on Citysearch Mar 15, 2004I went with my husband to Whitney to celebrate Valentine's Day. Other than the setting, nothing was impressive, at least not worth $250-300. The food was nothing special, while the service and the wine was terrible.... (more)
diningcritic
on Citysearch Mar 09, 2004I took my wife to the Whitney to celebrate the New Year 2003. Probably the best historic environment I have dined at in the US. The service, like many so-called fine dining restaurants in the Midwest, is simply not... (more)
chelelynn
on Citysearch Jan 21, 2004I have been there three times over the past few year. I have no intention of ever going back. A five year old would still be hungry after the tiny servings you are given. The only nice thing I can say about the Whitney is... (more)
cheryllsmith
on Citysearch Jul 04, 2003I hosted a wedding brunch at the Whitney in March for my daughter. We were very pleased with the food, the service, and the atmosphere. The staff went out of their way to make it a very memorable experience. It was... (more)
valkosmith
on Citysearch Mar 19, 2003We had a small wedding brunch at the Whitney on Sunday March 16, 2003. It was absolutely wonderful! Our brunch took place in the Music room which was a perfect size for 30 people. The food and service were exceptional.... (more)
carisue
on Citysearch Jan 26, 2003This is a wonderful spot for a relaxing Sunday brunch - the food is good, the service is wonderful, and the beautiful surroundings can't be beat. Be advised that this is a leisurely affair, though -- it will take you... (more)
samweh
on Citysearch Dec 03, 2002The Whitney has the best brunch ever! Beautiful surroundings, and great food. The Sunday brunch is better than the dinner. (more)
1whoknows
on Citysearch Nov 23, 2002Truly worth it!! Elegant, fabulous menu, service and ambiance. Wonderful after the theatre. (more)
flyingscot54
on Citysearch Nov 19, 2002The Whitney is a classy restaurant meeting the tastes of any gourmet. The atmosphere is excellent as is the food and the service.........what more can one say about Detroit's all around finest restauarant... (more)
EDNOTFRED
on Citysearch Oct 31, 2002PROBABLY THE CLASSIEST RESTAURANT IN THE DETROIT AREA, HAVE NEVER BEEN DISAPPOINTED THERE. NEVER SEEN A RESTAURANT IN THIS COUNTRY THAT HAD A FIREPLACE IN THE RESTROOM.(MENS) (more)
battista
on Citysearch Oct 28, 2002Beautifull building..way over priced food/wine. Service is snobby..not a good value. (more)
Jlhuspek
on Citysearch Oct 02, 2002When the Whitney first opened, it was great. Over the years, it has declined. The food the last time we were there was NOT the best effort I have seen. Service was horrible! The waiters were blaming service on the... (more)
jemack
on Citysearch Sep 16, 2002The food can be very good at times but I find the service inconsistent. What a great old building. Too bad it's not in a better neighborhood. Pretty expensive. (more)
calipchr
on Citysearch Aug 13, 2002i wanted to wine and dine my boo on his birthday, and decided on the whitney. wine and dine we did- from the valet parking, through the four course meal, to our stroll through the rooms of the mansion- i came out of that... (more)
starfish18_seb
on Citysearch Aug 13, 2002I have only been to the Whitney once, but the service was very good, the food was very good, and the ambience was unbelievable. (more)
marelu62
on Citysearch Aug 10, 2002wonderful place to share a special time with someone. very initmate. (more)
sxyblond45
on Citysearch Aug 07, 2002The history behind this place is delightful and very interesting to any history buff. (more)
zathrys4
on Citysearch Aug 02, 2002The best food, the service and the best atmosphere I have ever had. The only problem I could have with The Whitney is it just too expensive for regular dinning. It is the kind of place you would only go to for a special... (more)
angelwings_61
on Citysearch Jul 25, 2002The chef has magic in his hands. Really knows what he is doing. (more)