Italian Restaurants in Wyandotte, Michigan

by Alicia Vaillancourt

The city of Wyandotte is described as the "heart of downriver," a waterfront city on the Detroit River. Wyandotte is home to a historic downtown district and the annual Wyandotte Street Art Fair. Historic sites in Wyandotte include Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church and the Wyandotte Museum.

A taste of Italy in Michigan.

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Micelangelo's Italian Bistro

Family owned and operated by Michelangelo and Robin Bondi, Michelangelo's Italian Bistro is a combination restaurant and bar featuring entrees with authentic Italian flavors, fresh-baked bread and pastries. House specialties at this downtown restaurant include veal Michelangelo and fettuccini Michelangelo. Both dishes include jumbo shrimp and sea scallops for a unique flavoring. The bistro is open every night, with the late-night bar closing at 1 a.m. Thursday through Saturday. Michelangelos Italian Bistro 152 Elm St. Wyandotte, MI 48192 734-283-8200 michelangelositalianbistro.com

Frank's Restaurant & Pizzeria

Frank's Restaurant and Pizzeria, known for its homemade pizza, delicious crispy pizza crust and generous servings, is just one block from the Detroit River. As a smaller establishment, the dining space is limited and fills quickly, causing nonsmokers to find the smoking section closer than preferred. The restaurant accepts cash only. It offers dine-in or take-out and additional menu items in addition to pizza, such as seafood, ravioli, steak and veal. Frank's Restaurant and Pizzeria 3144 Biddle St. Wyandotte, MI, 48192 734-282-0512
Portofino on the River

Live music on the patio, river cruises and themed dinners are just a few alluring reasons diners chose Portofino on the River as a restaurant of choice. Offering Italian cuisine created by an executive chef, Portofino's menu includes dishes such as pasta primavera, shrimp scampi, four-cheese ravioli and Florentine stuffed shells. Diners also can enjoy fine wine from a full-service bar, appetizers, deserts and a variety of non-Italian dishes. On-site entertainment also is available at Portofino's, including a newly opened comedy club and Detroit River cruises. Portofino on the River 3455 Biddle Ave. Wyandotte, MI 48192 734-281-6700 portofinoontheriver.com