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    #18 of 23 Quick Bites in Detroit
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    239 W Congress St, Detroit, MI 48226-3231
    +1 313-222-5893
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    239 W Congress St, Detroit, MI 48226-3231
    0.2 miles from Detroit Downtown
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    +1 313-222-5893
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    Reviewed April 15, 2017 via mobile
    Hidden Gem

    While in town for a conference at the Cobo Center, a couple co-workers and I stumbled upon Blue Star when trying to find a good place for a quick lunch. At first I'll admit that we were extremely hesitant... The menu changes daily and food...More

    Date of visit: March 2017
    Thank carolyng91
    Reviewed March 20, 2017
    Spectacular Home-style Cooked Meals!

    Stopped by here on a cold winter's day in December and man I was not disappointed. This place definitely had food to warm up my soul! The best was their ribs, cornbread and mac n cheese in Detroit are right here! The café though simple...More

    Date of visit: December 2016
    Thank Steve Y
    Reviewed October 25, 2016
    Gourmet Cafeteria Style

    This place is nice little,hidden gem over near Cobo Hall. They carry a revolving menu of three main entrees daily, along with the option of two sides. The entrees range from seafood, pork, chicken and beef, which are usually all very good. The sides range...More

    Date of visit: October 2016
    1  Thank lazynugz
    Reviewed April 28, 2016 via mobile
    BlueStar Cafe lunch

    Excellent service and location lunch specials $8.50 plus beverages. Variety was pulled bbq chicken Po Boys. Grilled chicken pit as, Mercian taco salad , catfish,and more!

    Date of visit: April 2016
    Thank joebasilone
    Reviewed October 2, 2015 via mobile
    No service! Left without being served!!

    We went in for a late breakfast just before 11. Sat down, no one greeted us but people where behind the counter prepping food. After 10 minutes, we finally walked up and asked if we order at the counter or if they come to the...More

    Date of visit: October 2015
    Thank AAAHuth
    Reviewed June 9, 2015
    Two words: Cinnamon Rolls

    Mmmm...cinnamon rolls. I love them all - but I've got a new fave. The Blue Star Cafe's Cinnamon Rolls are magnificent. These glorious bundles of delight are just the generous size you want on vacation (after all, calories just don't count then). They're served at...More

    Date of visit: June 2015
    Thank jd0yle
    Reviewed December 5, 2014
    My favorite lunch time spot

    Blue Star Café is one of my favorite spots to have lunch which some times turns into dinner as they are quite heavy handed. The staff are very attentive. Thursday's menu--soul food! You can't go wrong on any day at Blue Star. Let them know...More

    Date of visit: December 2014
    Thank rosie313
    Reviewed July 4, 2014
    Don't go there for breakfast.

    There was no server to take our order, the staff was in the kitchen at the back of the room and we had to ask for service. We had to get up and go to the counter for the menu, the coffee, the napkins and...More

    Date of visit: June 2014
    Thank millie104
    Reviewed June 24, 2014
    Home cooking in the city

    chicken curry with rice was thick and reminded me of the sauce my mom and grandmom used in their chicken and dumplings but a smidge spicier. But not too spicy. I also had sauteed zucchini and squash and steamed carrots. the veggies were well flavored...More

    Date of visit: June 2014
    Thank Terri S
    Reviewed June 20, 2014
    Hidden gem

    During a visit to Detroit, I discovered this gem, a couple of blocks from Cobo Center. Good home style food, all priced at $7.50 for lunch which includes an entree, two sides, and cornbread. The menu changes daily. Seating is limited, but take-out is available...More

    Date of visit: June 2014
    Thank VAgirl16
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