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Coeur

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Great for fine wines

Coeur is a New American restaurant offering a fine dining experience rooted in tradition, yet infused with a creative and light-hearted approach. Forget the formalities. Let’s express our passion through exquisitely prepared cuisine, exceptional wine, and gracious service—all within a cozy, minimalist atmosphere designed to delight.

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Executive chef: Jordan Smith

From the OpenTable editors: Fine-dining vet Jordan Smith has plenty of fun with the menu at his French-ish Ferndale spot that the Detroit Free Press named 2024's best new restaurant. The sleek wooden interiors make it feel very upscale, but Coeur is totally unpretentious and laidback. Expect a seasonal menu of dishes like a branzino curry with trumpet mushroom and next-level desserts from pastry chef Carla Spicuzzi like a swanky take on a Choco Taco. Make the most of your visit by choosing the five-course chef's tasting.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary French / American, European
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(248) 466-3010
Website
https://coeurferndale.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
330 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220
Neighborhood
Ferndale
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Sparkling Alternatives for a Festive Season
$85.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 29, 2024 only
3:00 PM
Looking for sparkling alternatives to Champagne that are interesting and delicious but not pricey? We’re here to guide you through effervescent alternatives to pop open over the festive season! Enjoy a1.5-hour guided wine tasting (5 wines) experience, engaging lecture with handouts, housemade bread and olives, Tickets are $85. Stay after class for dinner!
Food & Wine Pairing Class
$143.00 per person
Prepaid
Jan 28, 2025 only
6:30 PM
Join us for an exclusive food and wine pairing class, featuring a three-course meal expertly paired with six exceptional wines. Throughout the dinner, you’ll have the option to add on additional glasses to explore even more pairings. After class, retail bottles will be available for purchase. Discover the sommelier secrets behind successful wine pairings during this memorable and delicious evening. Ticket Price of $143 includes a three course dinner, six tastes of wine, interactive lecture, MI Tax and 20% Gratuity. Allergies & Dietary Restrictions will be accommodated if noted at time of booking. Additional purchases at the event will be subject to 20% gratuity, excluding retail bottles to take home.
Wine Class: International Syrah
$85.00 per person
Prepaid
Feb 16, 2025 only
3:00 PM
Celebrate International Syrah Day at Coeur with a captivating wine class led by Sommelier Sean Crenny. Explore five exceptional Syrah wines from around the world, guided by Sean in a 1.5-hour interactive lecture that delves into the unique characteristics of each wine. After the class, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase retail bottles of the featured Syrah wines, allowing you to bring home your favorites and continue savoring these bold and distinctive expressions of Syrah.

What 26 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Best Overall
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Best Food
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Best Service
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Innovative
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Neighborhood gem
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
American
Detroit
Best Overall
Detroit
Best Food
Detroit
Best Service
Detroit
Innovative
Detroit
Neighborhood gem
Detroit
Great for fine wines
Detroit
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Coeur offers an exceptional dining experience with "fantastic service" and "delicious food" that keeps guests coming back. The tasting menu, with expertly paired wines, is a standout feature. Guests appreciate the warm ambiance, knowledgeable staff, and thoughtful touches like personalized birthday cards. While the atmosphere is sometimes described as "a little cold," the overall experience is "wonderful" and memorable.

26 Reviews

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Barb
Detroit
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic. Server brought us a complimentary bowl of the house-made chips when we asked about them. Yummy! But then neglected to ask for our drink order until we brought it up. Liked interior atmosphere and noise level was just right for talking. Restaurant called ahead of time to ask what occasion we were celebrating but never brought it up during our time there. Didn’t bother us, but was a head scratcher as well as a missed opportunity. Overall worth the trip from the east side. Would eat there again.
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Diane
Detroit
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great drinks, and wonderful people!!
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Michelle
Detroit
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, attentive service, and a nice vibe.
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Luisa
VIP
Detroit
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Coeur has become one of our favorite restaurants because of the fabulous service and exquisite food. A must spot for anyone seeking culinary excellence!
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Karen
VIP
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a bourbon tasting dinner. Very interesting. They matched each course with a grain that was dominant in the bourbon. It was also all vegetarian. One dish you would have thought was a meat course, but was made with trumpet mushrooms. Enjoyed every course and learned a lot about bourbon. Would definitely recommend.
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Taylor
VIP
Mexico City
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
For having such an amazing chef and sommelier, the staff and ambience is a little off. Weird country western lax vibe…just was a bit uncomfortable
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Ellen
VIP
Detroit
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food at Couer has always been great and it’s getting better and better. Mussels, their version of chicken cordon blue, and duck confit pasta and were excellent. Service was also excellent, with Sean (the sommelier) always a high point.
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Carol
VIP
Detroit
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The chef's tasting menu with wine pairing was the perfect way to experience Coeur's menu. Service was attentive but not intrusive. The right balance for a special night.
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Mark
Detroit
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Coeur is a hidden gem in Ferndale — upscale but unfussy. Truly one of the best restaurants around, from the impeccable service, to the deep and thoughtful wine list, amazing n/a beverage program, and top-notch and unique food prepared by a team that really cares. It’s so nice to have such a nice restaurant in Ferndale. (But the burger is easily one of the best I’ve ever had and the desserts are always so fun and tasty.) Don’t sleep on Coeur!
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Matt
Detroit
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A good meal with great service, but definitely overpriced and over hyped. Short rib with polenta was delicious.Octopus was overchared but undercooked on the inside for my taste.
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FAQs

Coeur is rated 4.7 stars by 26 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

330 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220

Additional information

Neighborhood
Ferndale
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary French / American, European
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://coeurferndale.com/
Phone number
(248) 466-3010

Coeur

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Experiences

Sparkling Alternatives for a Festive Season

Food & Wine Pairing Class

Wine Class: International Syrah

Menu

What 26 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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Is Coeur currently accepting reservations?

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