Stoking the hearth
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Contemporary Italian.
Shaped by the sea.
Kissed by fire.

House-made pasta, exceptional seafood, and warm Detroit hospitality from Chef Jared Gadbaw.

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Sea meets fire

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The sea,
met with fire.

Seafood from waters around the world meets the restraint of an oak-burning hearth. Bright, clean flavors gain just enough smoke, char, and warmth.

A plated fish course with seasonal vegetables at Oak & Reel
Precision at the plate. Warmth at the table.

Made here

Shaped
by hand.

House-made pasta, seasonal ingredients, and patient work at every turn.

Abby and Chef Jared GadbawJared & Abby Gadbaw

The chef’s return

New York precision.
Detroit warmth.

Chef Jared Gadbaw grew up in Garden City, led the kitchen at two-Michelin-starred Marea in New York, and returned home to open Oak & Reel with Abby. Their restaurant is both a homecoming and an invitation to gather.

Detroit rootsMarea, New YorkFamily owned

The evening

A room made
for the evening.

Refined enough for a celebration. Relaxed enough to return often.

Find your table
Oak & Reel dining room with warm wood, concrete, and blue seating

Gather here

For the table
you remember.

Intimate dinners, weddings, celebrations, and private gatherings—held with thoughtful menus and attentive service.

Private dining & events
Maxwell Room
Up to 24
Mabel Room
Up to 12
Restaurant buyout
Up to 100

Oak & Reel
Detroit, Michigan

Reservations

Come gather
around our tables.

Reserve a table

Hours

Wednesday–Thursday · 5–9 PM
Friday–Saturday · 5–10 PM
Sunday · 4:30–8 PM
Monday–Tuesday · Closed

Find us

2921 E Grand Blvd
Detroit, MI 48202
313-270-9600
Free parking on premises

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