Andiamo Warren

Every Metro Detroit Italian empire starts somewhere, and Andiamo started here — the Warren flagship is the original, the one that spawned all the rest, and locals will tell you it’s still the best of the family. It’s classic special-occasion Italian: rustic-Milanese plates like osso buco and risotto, veal and chicken scaloppine, house-made pasta, and the cassata cake you should absolutely save room for — served in a warm, gracious room by a staff that treats regulars like family. The kicker is the attached Celebrity Showroom, an intimate 800-seat theater that books national touring acts and tribute shows, so dinner and a concert is a genuine option under one roof. Yes, it’s since grown into a group with other locations, but the Warren original earns its “crown jewel” billing. On our list for anniversaries, big birthdays, and any night Warren wants to dress up.