Located in Oakland County along the Woodward corridor, with settlement history dating back to 1818, Birmingham is a wonderful suburban neighborhood to call home. Covering only 4.73 square miles, Birmingham is able to provide a small-town feel while also managing to offer all the amenities of a larger city. In addition to it’s beautiful homes and neighborhoods, the city also has an array of impressive parks, wooded trails, and multiple golf-courses that make summer fun easily accessible to residents and visitors alike.
In addition to all the above mentioned perks, Birmingham also has a lively downtown district that is well-known for it’s vast array of shopping and dining options. You can also find entertainment in the form of theaters, outdoor concerts, and local events and festivals.
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Below, we’ve put together a small sampling of some of our favorite eateries, shops, and venues that highlight some of the best this city has to offer. We sincerely hope you take some time out this summer to discover (or re-discover) this Oakland County gem.
The Dow | Photo Credit: The Dow Birmingham
Eats & Treats
Adachi | 325 S. Old Woodward, Birmingham, MI | (248) 540-5900
Offering a Japanese-inspired menu, including fresh sushi and an impressive cocktail and drink selection.
Bella Piatti | 167 Townsend St. Birmingham, MI | (248) 434-7110
A well-known spot for Italian fine dining, Bella Piatti boasts a warm and cozy environment in addition to it’s exceptional menu. Fun tip: Check out their website to see what celebrities have dined here.
Common Wealth | 300 Hamilton Row, Birmingham, MI | (248) 792-9766
This is one of our very favorite spots to meet up as a team! With garage doors that open to create an open air restaurant, plus an all day breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu where most items are made from scratch, in-house, often with local and organic ingredients, you cannot go wrong with Common Wealth.
Dick O’ Dow’s & The Dow | 160 W. Maple Rd. Birmingham, MI | (248) 642-1135
With a warm and rustic atmosphere, outdoor seating area, and classic pub fare – Dick O’ Dow’s and The Dow Beergarden are great options for a casual night out.
Love & Buttercream | 476 E. Maple, Birmingham, MI | (248) 850-7207
Voted Best of Detroit 2020 by Hour Magazine, Love & Buttercream is a locally-owned bakery that offers custom creations as well as delicious seasonal treats you can grab daily in-store.
Sidecar Slider Bar | 280 E. Merrill St. Birmingham, MI | (248) 220-4167
A self-described “neighborhood watering-hole” Slidecar Slider Bar serves up customized sliders and hotdogs as well as a full bar with craft cocktails on the menu.
Social Kitchen + Bar | 225 E. Maple Rd. Birmingham, MI | (248) 594-4200
Offering up elevated American fare with a customizable salad menu, Social also has an impressively decorated dining room and rooftop space.
Streetside Seafood | 273 Pierce St. Birmingham, MI | (248) 645-9123
An intimate restaurant and bar serving seafood favorites with a contemporary twist.
Toast | 203 Pierce St. Birmingham, MI | (248) 258-6278
A popular spot for brunch and well-known for their delicious Bloody Mary’s, Toast also offers lunch and dinner options in a cozy environment.
Urban Wick Candle Bar | Photo Credit: Click on Detroit
Shopping & Services
Adventures in Toys | 250 W. Maple Rd. Birmingham, MI | (248) 646-5550
An interactive children’s toy store offering a large selection of toys, crafts, games, and books.
Birmingham 8 | 211 S. Old Woodward Ave. Birmingham, MI |
A beautiful, 1920’s era movie theater that shows both new release and indie films.
Born Yoga | 2121 Cole St. Birmingham, MI | (248) 480-0452
Looking for a yoga studio for your little? Look no further than Born Yoga, a studio designed to introduce children and teens to the benefits of health, kindness, and mindfulness.
Caruso Caruso | 166 W. Maple Rd. Birmingham, MI | (248) 645-5151
Your go-to shop for denim and Detroit apparel and accessories.
Found Objects | 168 S. Old Woodward Ave. Birmingham, MI | (248) 220-4999
A chic women’s clothing and home decor boutique, located in the historic Piety Hill building.
The Italian Dish | 288 E. Maple Rd. Birmingham, MI | (248) 593-8299
A charming shop filled with one-of-a-kind treasures from Italy and Europe, including an ample selection of dinnerware.
Untied on Woodward | 223 S. Old Woodward Ave. Birmingham, MI | (248) 792-6828
A men’s fashion collective providing fashionable clothing and accessories in a laid-back setting.
Urban Wick Candle Bar | 172 N. Old Woodward Ave. Birmingham, MI | (248) 977-8432
A mother and daughter owned candle shop, where shoppers can create their own unique scents from a selection of 90+ premium fragrance oils.
Springdale Golf Course | Photo Credit: Golf Pass
Parks and Golf Courses
A list of parks and golf courses can be found here.