Detroit's friendly neighborhood Afro-Caribbean spot

• I haven't tried it, but am told their egusi stew, which is cooked with smoked herring and spinach, is also a local favorite.

State of play: Most people order carry-out but there are plenty of tables to dine in. It's a pretty good place for people-watching if you do, as everyone's usually in good spirits.

• You'll see customers smile when their food is handed to them from behind the counter — they know it's about to be good.

If you go: The Black-owned restaurant is on the corner of Woodward and E. Milwaukee at 6500 Woodward Avenue. Open 11am-10pm.

• Yum Village has another location with the same hours at 8029 Agnes St.