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Café Cortina, Farmington Hills, MI

Café Cortina

4.8
4.8
1183 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Great for fine wines
Café Cortina, nestled on the charming site of a former apple orchard in Farmington Hills, Michigan, has been delighting food lovers since 1976. Known for its authentic Italian atmosphere and cuisine, the restaurant features fresh pastas, gnocchi, ravioli, and lasagnas made from scratch daily. Many ingredients are sourced from our on-premise garden, ensuring the freshest flavors in every dish. Signature dishes that are sure to impress include the the Osso Buco, showcasing tender veal shanks simmered to perfection, and our renowned layered Spinach Lasagna. We also take pride in our diverse selection of vegan, gluten free, and halal dishes, crafted to celebrate seasonal ingredients and cater to all palates. Guests can enjoy cozy fireside seating indoors or dine al fresco on our picturesque outdoor patio. Perfect for romantic dates, special occasions, or casual meals with friends and family, Café Cortina offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes every dining experience memorable.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–7:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (248) 474-3033
  • Website
    http://www.cafecortina.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Ernesto Antopia
  • Catering
    Email the Private Event Directors: rina@cafecortina.com or kelly@cafecortina.com or call 248.474.3033 ask for Rina or Kelley
  • Private party facilities
    Email the Private Event Directors: rina@cafecortina.com or kelly@cafecortina.com or call 248.474.3033 ask for Rina or Kelley
  • Location
    30715 W 10 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48336-2605
  • Neighborhood
    Farmington Hills
  • Cross street
    Orchard Lake and 10 Mile Rd-
  • Parking details
    Gratuity based valet and self parking available
  • Public transit
    East of Orchard Lake, West of Middlebelt on the South Side of 10 Mile
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Vigilia Di Natale 2024

    $145.00 per person

    Dec 24, 2024 only
    Celebrating Christmas Eve 2024-4 Course Prix-Fixe Dinner Menu. $145.00 per person plus tax (6%) and gratuity (20%) Beverages & Alcohol additional Wine pairing options are also available See the menu at www.cafecortina.com

  • Felice Anno Nuovo 2025

    $145.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Celebrating New Years Eve 2025 4 Course Prix-Fixe Dinner Menu $145.00 per person Beverages & Alcohol additional plus tax/gratuity. Wine pairing options are also available menu available at www.cafecortina.com

  • San Valentino 2025

    $145.00 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 - Feb 15, 2025
    Valentine's Dinner February 14th and 15th 4 Course Prix-Fixe Menu $145.00 per person + Tax (6%) and Gratuity (20%) *Wine Pairings and Beverages are additional costs **Please note that on these two days, we will only be offering our special Valentine's Prix-fixe menu. Options will include gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan for every course. Visit our website to see the menu and for any additional information. Also feel free to call us anytime if you have any questions/special requests and/or prefer to speak with someone from our team directly.

Menu

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What 1,183 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Best Food

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Great for fine wines

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Romantic

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Italian

  • Detroit

    Best Food

  • Detroit

    Best Ambiance

  • Detroit

    Healthy

  • Detroit

    Great for fine wines

  • Detroit

    Romantic

  • Detroit

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Café Cortina offers "phenomenal food" and "exceptional service" in a romantic setting, perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "wonderful ambience" and attentive staff, making it a favorite for anniversaries and celebrations. While some mention slower service on busy nights, the overall experience remains "amazing."

1,183 Reviews

  1. Scott

    VIP

    Detroit

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was wonderful except there was a family of about 15 sitting next to us with 3 crying babies for most of our dinner. We had someone with hearing aids and almost couldn't stand the noise.

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  2. Hassan

    VIP

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, a fantastic experience at Cafe Cortina, our host Mohammed, went a above and beyond to accommodate us and make sure we were seated in a great and comfortable location!

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  3. Theodore

    VIP

    Detroit

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner, the service, and atmosphere were all exceptional. We will be going back, and back again after that.

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  4. Fran

    VIP

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous meal with excellent and attentive service. What a gem!!!

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  5. Elyse

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We go to Cafe Cortina whenever we have a special celebration. The prices are high, but you get what you pay for. Not only is the food absolutely incredible, the service is wonderful, and the portions are generous enough to take leftovers home. Highly recommend.

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  6. Heather

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent and our server was wonderful. I don't remember his name. He had a bow tie on and said he had owned a restaurant in Chicago.

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  7. maureen

    Chicago

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was not our first visit to Cafe Cortina. The service was wonderful and the food was amazing. The grilled shrimp appetizer was outstanding!

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  8. Joe

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I’m a long time guest. I typically enjoy dining at cafe cortina. But this past visit was a little different. I requested a fire pit table well in advance but they had already occupied the tables with other parties. The noise level was extremely loud. Wedding party playing boom boom music plus a private party in other rooms. This was combined with a full house in the dining room. Service was good. Not as good as past experiences. Took a long time to get apps and salads. The staff were swamped with the wedding party and the dining room. You could see it. We were seated at a very undesirable area in corner and the noise was so loud that my voice was sore after yelling so much. I got scallop app and braised beef pillows (relatively small portion for main course) and both were very very salty. And I love salt. Spouse got vegetarian lasagna and it was excellent. Not too salty. $22 beefeater martini which was a little pricey. Mohamad our host was extremely pleasant and helpful and offered to move us to a better area but we were already settled at our current location. I think the lesson learned here is to call ahead and find out how full the restaurant will be with the dining room and private parties, and simply avoid a reservation during those days and times. It kind of tarnished our expectations. We will be back. Just know better now when to avoid a visit.

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  9. Shawn

    VIP

    Detroit

    40 reviews

    4.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent. If I had to find any fault, much time from the end of dessert to the presentation of the check. Credit card mixup at the end. Overall, an enjoyable experience.

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  10. Edward

    VIP

    Detroit

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent service Chef was fantastic. Served white truffles himself. Wine selection outstanding and of course the food was off the hook

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FAQs

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Café Cortina is rated 4.8 stars by 1183 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Café Cortina

30715 W 10 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48336-2605

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Orchard Lake and 10 Mile Rd-
  • Neighborhood
    Farmington Hills
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–7:45 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Gratuity based valet and self parking available
  • Public transit
    East of Orchard Lake, West of Middlebelt on the South Side of 10 Mile
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Ernesto Antopia
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.cafecortina.com/
  • Phone number
    (248) 474-3033
  • Catering
    Email the Private Event Directors: rina@cafecortina.com or kelly@cafecortina.com or call 248.474.3033 ask for Rina or Kelley
  • Private party facilities
    Email the Private Event Directors: rina@cafecortina.com or kelly@cafecortina.com or call 248.474.3033 ask for Rina or Kelley
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