Lighthouse Coffee in Mt. Clemens serving 'therapy' while helping kids aging out of the foster system
"Coffee is like therapy" a customer once told Keagan Semlow on a day when she almost didn't open. She hasn't forgotten the moment - which inspires her to help others.
"Coffee is like therapy" a customer once told Keagan Semlow on a day when she almost didn't open. She hasn't forgotten the moment - which inspires her to help others.
Restaurants nervous as Michigan lawmakers debate paid sick time ahead of Friday deadline
While deals have been struck on the minimum wage and tipped wage rate, there is no final agreement for earned sick time. Unless one is achieved, the original wage law will kick in.
While deals have been struck on the minimum wage and tipped wage rate, there is no final agreement for earned sick time. Unless one is achieved, the original wage law will kick in.
The Emory in Ferndale announces it will close at end of 2024
The Emory, a Ferndale eatery located downtown on Woodward Avenue says it is closing at the end of the year.
The Emory, a Ferndale eatery located downtown on Woodward Avenue says it is closing at the end of the year.
Bobcat Bonnie's workers reach agreement with owner canceling emergency picket
"We feel Matt has done his part to make things right with the Ypsilanti staff, but we encourage him to continue working towards solutions to grievances raised in the petition delivered October 7th."
"We feel Matt has done his part to make things right with the Ypsilanti staff, but we encourage him to continue working towards solutions to grievances raised in the petition delivered October 7th."
Ex-Bobcat Bonnie's employees speak out after chain's Ypsilanti location closes
The recent closure of the chain's Ypsilanti location is not the first to close in Michigan. Some employees who spoke to FOX 2 said they loved their job, but didn't appreciate how things ended.
The recent closure of the chain's Ypsilanti location is not the first to close in Michigan. Some employees who spoke to FOX 2 said they loved their job, but didn't appreciate how things ended.
Japanese-inspired bar with rare whiskey options opens in Detroit Book Tower basement
Inspired by David Bowie's album by the same name, Aladdin Sane offers drinks that pay tribute to some of the best tracks while offering an array of classic Japanese whiskey options.
Inspired by David Bowie's album by the same name, Aladdin Sane offers drinks that pay tribute to some of the best tracks while offering an array of classic Japanese whiskey options.
Born in Detroit restaurant coming to DTW
The new restaurant will open in May 2025.
The new restaurant will open in May 2025.
The Rattlesnake Club in Detroit closes for good after 36 years of fine dining
"It’s an example of the state of the industry at the moment," said Emily Daunt with the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association. "Michigan’s restaurant industry is really in a more precarious position."
"It’s an example of the state of the industry at the moment," said Emily Daunt with the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association. "Michigan’s restaurant industry is really in a more precarious position."
Red Lobster in Michigan shutting down and everything inside is up for bidding
The closure means the business will be liquidating its assets and auctioning off everything inside.
The closure means the business will be liquidating its assets and auctioning off everything inside.
McDonald's to sell Krispy Kreme doughnuts nationwide
McDonald’s will begin selling Krispy Kreme Doughnuts nationwide by the end of 2026, both chains announced on Tuesday.
McDonald’s will begin selling Krispy Kreme Doughnuts nationwide by the end of 2026, both chains announced on Tuesday.
Italian steakhouse Sexy Steak opening in Detroit's GAR building
The highlight of the steakhouse will be the Himalayan salt-lined case where the cuts of beef will be on display.
The highlight of the steakhouse will be the Himalayan salt-lined case where the cuts of beef will be on display.
Jack in the Box stores opening in Michigan
The West Coast restaurant chain is opening several locations in east U.S. states.
The West Coast restaurant chain is opening several locations in east U.S. states.
Detroit steakhouse Marrow to open butcher shop in Birmingham that sells sandwiches
It's the first time the popular restaurant brand has expanded outside of Detroit.
It's the first time the popular restaurant brand has expanded outside of Detroit.
Benvenuto Restaurant in Harrison Township seeks help after devastating fire
No one was inside Benvenuto at the time of the fire, but the structure was severely damaged – causing the restaurant to temporarily close.
No one was inside Benvenuto at the time of the fire, but the structure was severely damaged – causing the restaurant to temporarily close.
Detroit Beer Exchange closing
The beer exchange also has a location in Kalamazoo. It was established in 2010 as a brewery with a fun twist - where the pricing of some beers moved up and down like the stock mark
The beer exchange also has a location in Kalamazoo. It was established in 2010 as a brewery with a fun twist - where the pricing of some beers moved up and down like the stock mark
Big Chicken, fast food chain founded by Shaquille O'Neal, coming to Southeast Michigan
At least two locations are expected to open in Michigan next year, including at least one in metro Detroit.
At least two locations are expected to open in Michigan next year, including at least one in metro Detroit.
Karl's Cabin in Plymouth nears reopening after devastating fire
A February fire devastated the popular restaurant and banquet hall.
A February fire devastated the popular restaurant and banquet hall.
Metropolitan Baking Company in Hamtramck expanding operations, adding staff
After being in operation for 78 years, the Hamtramck bakery is expanding both its number of employees and the size of its operations
After being in operation for 78 years, the Hamtramck bakery is expanding both its number of employees and the size of its operations
McDonald's ditches self-serve soda fountains for a new dining era
McDonald's is overhauling its dining experience by phasing out self-serve soft drink fountains. The company has announced plans to eliminate these machines from all its dining rooms by 2032.
McDonald's is overhauling its dining experience by phasing out self-serve soft drink fountains. The company has announced plans to eliminate these machines from all its dining rooms by 2032.
Controversial $2 price hike proposal on outdoor dining in Plymouth fails
For many businesses in Plymouth, they're finally getting their holding after a shaky few years from the pandemic. Raising rates would only make recovery that much tougher, owners said.
For many businesses in Plymouth, they're finally getting their holding after a shaky few years from the pandemic. Raising rates would only make recovery that much tougher, owners said.