Detroit is a city of neighborhoods, each offering its own rich history and culinary gems. On this unique 3.5-hour tour, join Detroit History Tours as we explore four (4) standout restaurants across four (4) distinct Detroit neighborhoods, each showcasing the flavors and stories that make them shine. From Corktown to Greektown, Ham-town to The Cass Corridor we’ll cover ground and eat our way across Detroit!

Together, we’ll embark on a progressive dinner journey, indulging in some of Detroit’s most beloved dishes while uncovering the fascinating history behind the restaurants, neighbourhoods, recipes, people, and buildings that feed Detroit. From old-school favorites to innovative culinary creations, this tour celebrates the city’s food scene with delicious glory - and joyous gusto!

What You’ll Experience:

• A visit to four neighborhoods that highlight Detroit’s diversity and charm.

• Four iconic restaurants, each a culinary star in its community.

• Historical insights and stories connecting food, culture, and Detroit’s vibrant past.

• More than enough food and drink to constitute a full meal.

  • Four food courses

  • Two beer tastings

  • A lot of surprises up our sleeves.

This tour is designed exclusively for Thursdays, providing guests access to the people behind the food—owners, chefs, and staff—who can’t always stop by to chat during a weekend rush.

Details:

• Your ticket price includes all food, some drinks, and a 20% gratuity at each stop for our servers. Additional alcoholic and non alcoholic  beverages are available for purchase at select locations, at guests own expense.

• Special dietary requests cannot be accommodated. Guests with food allergies or restrictive diets should not join this tour. We hope to see you on a different tour!

• Guests must be 16 years or older to join; those under 21 must be accompanied by an adult. Valid ID is required for alcohol purchases. Those under 21 years of age will have to wear “the sharpie x of shame”. (minors' hands will be marked to ensure they aren’t served alcohol.)

• Departure Location: The Detroit History Club, 3103 Commor St., Hamtramck, MI 48212. Free street parking is available. Doors open 30 minutes prior to departure for check-in and restrooms.

Important Notes:

• This tour leaves promptly, and late arrivals cannot be accommodated.

• Your confirmation email serves as your ticket—please save it and be ready to present it at check-in.

• Consider booking a private tour for larger groups—details available on our website.

Meet your guides for this tour, Christina and Bailey, two of Detroit’s hungriest history buffs. Bon appétit!

Christina Coden

Christina is a 4th generation chili connoisseur, wife, and mother of 2 beautiful boys.  She grew her love of all things Detroit from a very early age,  working at her family coney island, Red Hots, which was located in Highland Park. Her passion for chili did not stop, when Red Hots closed shortly after their 100th year anniversary, in 2021.  Christina carries on the prized secret recipe today; She began her own company, Red Hots Chili Sauce, which is available now at retail stores, bars and restaurants throughout South East Michigan.  

Outside of the chili biz Christina was a special education teacher for 12 years, staying late after class to coach volleyball, softball, and unified basketball. Her enthusiasm is contagious, her knowledge enormous, and her love of great, family owned food producers is unmatched.

Make sure to look for Red Hot’s Chilli Sauce in a grocery store near you!

www.redhotsconeyisland.com 

Bailey Sisoy Moore

Bailey Sisoy Isgro is the owner of Detroit History Tours and the proprietress of the Detroit History Club. She is an author, humorist, workaholic, Faygo-loving tour guide from the great City of Detroit. A lover of city ephemera, her most prized possessions include her antique books about Detroit penned by Clarence M. Burton himself, her Library of Congress readers card, her collection of vintage jewelry, and signed pay stubs of Edsel Ford. A frequent essay contributor, her most recent work can be seen in The Detroit Neighborhood Guide Book. Her first children’s book, Rosie A Detroit Herstory, hit shelves in the fall of 2018 from Wayne State Press and is receiving rave reviews. She has appeared on television as a contributor on the Travel Channel’s Tough Boats and Globe Trekker series, is a common guest on history-themed podcasts, and has written op-eds for local papers. She also likes to think her mother is proud. When she isn’t tramping around Detroit giving tours, drinking at century-old bars, and talking history with anyone who’ll join her, she can be found at her home in Highland Park, “a little slice of heaven inside Detroit”. She is meticulous in her research and passionate about historical accuracy, yet she takes great joy in presenting history in the most exciting, playful, and accessible way possible. A passionate connoisseur of all things delicious, she adamantly argues the health benefits of coney dogs and Vernor’s floats.