"​My friends and I had a fantastic time here celebrating a birthday. The atmosphere was amazing, thanks in huge part to the great live music and a wonderful host who made us feel welcome immediately. ​Our waiter really went above and beyond, surprising our friend with these adorable tiny cones filled with a delicious cream for their birthday—such a thoughtful and tasty touch! ​For the quality of the experience, the price was reasonable (I spent about $80 for my meal). The food and drinks were stunning. I highly recommend starting with the Ambassador Old Fashioned and the Crispy Cauliflower. However, the star of the show was the Heritage Half Chicken. I have never eaten chicken that was this tender—it honestly melted in my mouth like a Krispy Kreme donut. ​One important heads-up before you go: They do not do separate checks. We didn't know this beforehand, so we had to put the entire bill on one card and pay each other back. It wasn't a huge issue for us, but it would have been good to know before we sat down. ​Other than that logistical detail, everything was awesome. Highly recommended!"

"We were excited to try the apparatus room but unfortunately don’t think we will be back. The positives: the folks at the host stand were warm and friendly, as well as the staff that were refilling our waters/clearing plates. The apps were good, we enjoyed the pork belly and bread. The atmosphere was cool and swanky. The negatives: everything took forever to arrive. Not sure where the back up was but it took a really long time to get even our drinks. For $18 the cocktails were just okay. Presentation was nice but that was about it. The main courses fell flat. Taste wise edible but was disappointed. Again for ~$28 per pasta we expected more. I did unfortunately get sick when I got home (I think it may have been from the tomato and shrimp risotto as my partner didn’t have any and was totally fine). I don’t like leaving negative reviews but I do feel like for the standard they are trying to have there can be many improvements."

"The Apparatus Room delivered one of the best dinners we’ve had in Detroit. We came on a busy December night with a reservation and were seated right away. Valet at the door was convenient ($20). The restored firehouse interior is striking: high ceilings, dramatic hanging lights, and a huge Christmas tree that makes the space feel special. Our server Salma was excellent: knowledgeable, attentive, and gave spot-on recommendations. The Heritage Sourdough (14-year-old starter) was outstanding, crusty and tangy with whipped butter and sea salt. The Gem Caesar (no anchovies) was solid with crisp lettuce and black-pepper crumb, though the dressing leaned a bit heavy on mayo for my taste. The Market Steak, cooked perfectly medium-rare, was easily the highlight: juicy, tender, and full of flavor. The two spirit-free cocktails (Pear Elixir and Weekend Up North) were the best non-alcoholic drinks I’ve ever had. We finished with the Drift Away dessert; the coconut-banana ice cream was exceptional and beautifully plated. One small issue: the background music occasionally shifted to soft electronic-keyboard piano tracks that felt out of place in an otherwise sharp, upscale room. A moodier playlist would suit the space better. Total was about $120 before tip plus $20 valet, which felt completely fair for the quality and service. Already planning to come back."

"Food is amazing. Service was super and atmosphere was beautiful. The only thing is they need more gluten and dairy free options available. There was only about 1 or 2 things my kids could eat and although it was delicious, another option or two would have made it simpler for us and the poor server trying to figure out what we could make work."

"Very nice ambiance and decor. The service was exceptional, not one person passed by without asking if we needed something. The drinks were well balanced between the alcohol and additives. The Food was ok and portion size was reasonable. The brunch menu could benefit with a better variety or a special item that would stand out. Valet parking is offered for $20, otherwise you have pay to park at a lot or find a street spot."