Some restaurants are built for dinner. Others are built for brunch. This one falls firmly in the second camp.
Set in Detroit, MI, Dime Store has carved out a corner of the city's weekend brunch scene with a personality of its own. The room comfortably seats a mix of solo diners working through a coffee and a newspaper, couples splitting a stack of pancakes, and friend groups settling in for a slow, three-hour Saturday.
If you only order one thing, make it the shakshuka — a bubbling cast-iron pan of tomatoes, peppers, and softly poached eggs, served with warm pita for sopping.
Menu highlights
Here is a snapshot of the kinds of brunch dishes you can expect to find on the menu at Dime Store. Specials rotate weekly with what's in season — check the chalkboard at the host stand when you arrive.
- Shakshuka with feta, herbs, and warm pita
- Country-style biscuits and sausage gravy
- Smoked brisket hash with two eggs and pickled onion
- Lox bagel sandwich with everything seasoning and dill cream cheese
- Single-origin pour-over coffee from a local roaster
- Two eggs any style with thick-cut bacon and crispy hash
- Brioche French toast dusted with powdered sugar and seasonal berries
- Breakfast burrito with eggs, chorizo, beans, cheese, and salsa roja
Light streams in through tall windows, jazz plays at a sensible volume, and the espresso machine hums in the background like a third instrument.
Avocado toast at a place like this is not a meme — it's smashed in front of you, seasoned with flaky salt, lime, and chili crisp, and built on a slab of grilled sourdough.
Vegetarians and vegans are well taken care of — at least three plant-forward mains anchor the menu, not just an afterthought side of fruit.
Like a lot of the best brunch spots in Detroit, Dime Store is at its most magical on weekend mornings, when the kitchen is firing on all burners and the room slowly fills with the kind of low, happy hum that only good food and unhurried company can produce. It is not the cheapest brunch in town, nor the trendiest — but it might be the most consistent, and that counts for a lot on a Sunday morning.
Tips from the regulars
- Save room: the pastry case at the front is part of the experience.
- Best time to go: arrive before 9:30 a.m. on weekends to skip the worst of the wait at Dime Store.
- Best for: groups of 2 to 4 — larger parties may want to call ahead.
- Don't miss the daily-special chalkboard near the host stand — it changes weekly and tends to feature the kitchen's best ideas.
- Coffee is taken seriously here. If you only know diner drip, ask the barista for a recommendation.
Hours
| Mon | Mo-Su 08:00-15:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | Mo-Su 08:00-15:00 |
| Wed | Mo-Su 08:00-15:00 |
| Thu | Mo-Su 08:00-15:00 |
| Fri | Mo-Su 08:00-15:00 |
| Sat | Mo-Su 08:00-15:00 |
| Sun | Mo-Su 08:00-15:00 |
Frequently asked questions
What time does Dime Store open for brunch?
Posted hours are: Mo-Su 08:00-15:00. Hours can change on holidays — call ahead if you're traveling.
Does Dime Store take reservations?
Most brunch spots in Detroit are walk-in friendly, with a wait list during peak hours. Larger parties (5+) should call ahead to ask about a reservation.
Is Dime Store kid-friendly?
Yes — Dime Store welcomes families. Most brunch menus include simple kid-friendly options like pancakes, scrambled eggs, and fresh fruit. Highchairs are usually available.
What kind of cuisine does Dime Store serve?
It's classified under american — broadly an American-style brunch experience with regional touches you'd expect in Detroit.
Is there outdoor seating at Dime Store?
Outdoor seating is not always confirmed. We recommend calling ahead during nice weather.
Location
Located at 719 Griswold Street. Coordinates: 42.3310, -83.0479. Use the address above with your preferred maps application for turn-by-turn directions.