5 /5 Nadia Bashir: No doubt in my mind… this will be Detroit’s first Michelin!!!!!
Absolutely AMAZING experience at Freya. Tucked away on an unassuming corner, Freya is the epitome of thoughtful, intentional dining. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with genuine warmth from the hosts, and the small touches,like staff opening your chairs, helped set the tone for the entire evening.
We had the pleasure of being served by Hailey and Joseph, two incredibly knowledgeable and passionate members of the team who made the experience that much better!!
The tasting menu was divine, and one detail I loved is that you don’t all have to choose the same dishes, which is rare for tasting menus and such a refreshing touch.
We opted for the wine pairing, and hats off to the sommelier. Every pour elevated the dishes in ways I didn’t expect; each pairing was SO spot-on.
To start, the crudité of pickled veggies and hummus was a bright opener alongside the tastiest bread.
Apps followed: a perfectly smoked duck ham with a delicate jam-filled crepe.
Then came the oyster mushroom, tossed in a smoked, BBQ-inspired sauce that was so thoughtfully spiced it barely tasted like a vegetable!!
The sausage course was seasoned to perfection, and the striploin made for a standout finish before dessert.
We ended with a rich chocolate course that closed the night beautifully.
Every course really arrived with beautiful, intentional presentation, you can tell the team cares just as much about the visual experience as the flavour. The chefs clearly poured so much intention and creativity into a menu that exceeds expectations.
Only small note: the bathrooms could use a bit more frequent attention, as the garbage did pile up at times, but truly, this was the only detail that fell short in an otherwise exceptional evening.
Freya is special, and absolutely worthy of the hype.