What are the best restaurants in Sterling Heights, MI?

By our ranking — Google rating weighted by review volume — the top three are Dellah Coffee & Brunch House - Sterling Heights, Jacob‘s Eat and Drink, MISSION BBQ. We list 36 verified places to eat and drink in Sterling Heights.

Which Sterling Heights restaurant has the most Google reviews?

Among our top picks, Red Crab Juicy Seafood has the most, with 2,679 Google reviews and a 4.7 rating.

What kinds of food can I find in Sterling Heights, MI?

The most common cuisines in our directory are pizza (6), sushi & japanese (4), seafood (3), mexican (2).

Are there restaurants with patios in Sterling Heights?

Yes — 8 places in our directory list outdoor seating on their Google profile.

Restaurants in Sterling Heights, MI

36 verified places to eat and drink in Sterling Heights. Browse by cuisine, or by what you need tonight — a patio, a late kitchen, somewhere the dog can come along.

Good for

Takeout

30 places

Kid friendly

26 places

Delivery

25 places

Patio seating

8 places

Open late

8 places

Happy hour

8 places

Dog friendly

6 places

By cuisine

Pizza

6 places

Sushi & Japanese

4 places

Seafood

3 places

Mexican

2 places

Our top 10 right now

Dellah Coffee & Brunch House - Sterling Heights
4.9(432)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 432 reviews (Google rating)
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Dellah Coffee & Brunch House in Sterling Heights, MI centers its stated mission on Yemeni-American food, coffee and brunch, with an emphasis on cultural connection and community initiatives. Located at 13401 15 Mile Rd, the women-owned business serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and dessert. Coffee and tea are listed among its notable offerings, alongside comfort food, small plates, halal food, vegetarian options and healthy choices. Its atmosphere is described as casual, cozy and hip. Listed as a date-night restaurant, Dellah also welcomes families, groups and solo diners. It accepts reservations and has a private dining room, outdoor seating and takeout, but does not offer delivery. Families have access to a children’s menu, high chairs and changing tables. Free onsite parking, Wi-Fi, and wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking and restroom facilities round out the practical amenities. Its Google rating is 4.9 stars from 359 reviews.
Jacob‘s Eat and Drink
4.9(416)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 416 reviews (Google rating)
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Jacob‘s Eat and Drink is a casual restaurant at 34780 Van Dyke Ave in Sterling Heights, MI. Listed as a date-night restaurant, it serves lunch, dinner and dessert, with halal hand-pressed burgers, pasta, sides, homemade tiramisu and panna cotta among its stated offerings. Comfort food, small plates and quick bites are also part of the lineup. Its Google rating is 4.9 from 416 reviews. The restaurant is listed as popular for lunch and dinner and suitable for solo dining, and it welcomes children. Guests can dine in or order takeout or delivery, including no-contact delivery. Free parking is available both in a lot and on the street. The entrance, parking and restroom are wheelchair accessible, and payment options include credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments.
MISSION BBQ
4.8(1,129)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 1129 reviews (Google rating)
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MISSION BBQ at 13905 Lakeside Cir in Sterling Heights, MI is a casual chain restaurant serving barbecue and classic sides. Memorabilia honoring soldiers and first responders is part of the setting. Listed as a date-night restaurant, it offers counter service rather than a reservation-based meal; reservations are not accepted. Lunch, dinner, dessert, small plates and comfort food are among its listed offerings, with dine-in seating and takeout available, but no delivery. The restaurant is popular for lunch and dinner and accommodates solo diners, groups and families. Children are welcome, with high chairs and a children’s menu available, while dogs are allowed outside. The entrance, parking, restroom and seating are wheelchair accessible. Listed parking options include free lot parking, free street parking and paid lot parking. Catering is also available. MISSION BBQ has a Google rating of 4.8 from 1,129 reviews.
La Peri Peri
4.8(439)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 439 reviews (Google rating)
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La Peri Peri, at 37891 Mound Rd in Sterling Heights, MI, centers its menu on flame-grilled peri-peri chicken inspired by South African roots. The restaurant describes peri-peri as a Southern African tradition shaped by African and Portuguese influences, with bold, spicy flavors. Its offerings include comfort food, healthy options, small plates, and quick bites. Listed as a date-night restaurant, it has a casual, quiet atmosphere rather than a formal setting. Brunch, lunch, and dinner are available, with lunch and dinner among its popular uses. The restaurant also accommodates solo diners, groups, and families, with a children’s menu and high chairs. Customers can dine in, order takeout or delivery, or use its catering service; reservations are not accepted. Free lot and street parking are available, and the entrance, parking, restroom, and seating are wheelchair accessible. La Peri Peri has a Google rating of 4.8 from 439 reviews.
Pure Green - Juice Bar Sterling Heights
4.8(154)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 154 reviews (Google rating)
Juice · $$
Pure Green - Juice Bar Sterling Heights is a juice bar listed as a brunch spot at 14860 Hall Road in Sterling Heights, MI. It sits along the stretch known as the Golden Corridor in Macomb County. The business describes its focus as nutrition for active lifestyles and emphasizes high-quality ingredients. Its Google listing has a 4.8 rating from 154 reviews, though the supplied information does not identify individual menu items. The setting is described as casual, quiet, and hip, with counter service rather than table service. Dine-in, takeout, and delivery are available, and customers can order ahead online for pickup. The location welcomes children and is listed as suitable for solo dining. Practical features include free lot and street parking, a restroom, and wheelchair-accessible entry, parking, and restroom facilities. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted.
Red Crab Juicy Seafood
4.7(2,679)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 2679 reviews (Google rating)
Seafood · $$
Red Crab Juicy Seafood is a seafood restaurant at 35756 Van Dyke Ave in Sterling Heights, MI, serving lunch and dinner in a casual, cozy setting. The offerings include seafood, comfort food, small plates and dessert, with an on-site bar serving beer, wine, cocktails and liquor. Happy-hour food and drinks are available, and the restaurant is suitable for watching sports. It has a Google rating of 4.7 from 2,508 reviews. Open karaoke runs every Tuesday and Friday from 4 p.m. to close, and the restaurant offers to host private after-hours parties. It accepts reservations and provides dine-in service, takeout, delivery and catering. Families have access to a children’s menu and high chairs, while groups and solo diners are also welcome. The restaurant identifies as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space. Practical amenities include free lot and street parking, Wi-Fi, and wheelchair-accessible entrances, parking, restrooms and seating.
Robusto's Cigar Bar and Bistro
4.7(635)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 635 reviews (Google rating)
Bar · $$
Robusto's Cigar Bar and Bistro at 12170 Hall Rd in Sterling Heights, MI combines a restaurant and an on-site bar with a selection of premium cigars. Its drinks include craft cocktails, rare spirits, wine, and beer, with coffee also available. Listed as a date night restaurant, it serves lunch, dinner, and dessert with table service. The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and hip, and the business has a Google rating of 4.7 from 635 reviews. Beyond a dinner for two, Robusto's accommodates groups and solo diners, with sports viewing and outdoor seating among its listed features. Happy-hour food and drinks are available, and reservations are accepted. Guests can dine in or use takeout and curbside pickup. Free parking is available in a lot and on the street. The entrance, parking, restroom, and seating are wheelchair accessible, and Wi-Fi is provided.
Alkabeer Cafe
4.7(322)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 322 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant
Alkabeer Cafe, at 37700 Van Dyke Ave in Sterling Heights, MI, is listed as a pizza place, but its offerings extend to breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert. Coffee, tea, homemade pastries, comfort food, small plates, and vegetarian options are part of the mix. The cafe has a 4.7-star Google rating from 322 reviews, with coffee, tea, and desserts noted among its highlights. The setting is casual, cozy, and quiet, with a fireplace, seating, and Wi-Fi. It accommodates solo diners and laptop work as well as families with children and groups. Dine-in, takeout, and catering are available; delivery is not. Free parking is available both on-site and on the street. The entrance, parking, restroom, and seating are wheelchair accessible, and dogs are allowed outside. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted.
Sidecar Slider Bar - Sterling Heights
4.6(611)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 611 reviews (Google rating)
Grill · $$
Sidecar Slider Bar in Sterling Heights, MI centers its menu on gourmet sliders, barrel-aged cocktails, and craft beer. Located at 44935 Hayes Rd, the bar also serves comfort food and small plates, with vegetarian and vegan options available. Lunch and dinner are popular uses, and the offerings include late-night food and happy-hour food and drinks. Guests can eat at the bar or use table service in a casual setting. Arcade games, bar games, trivia nights, and sports viewing give the space activities beyond dining. The bar welcomes families and groups, with a children’s menu, high chairs, and changing tables available. Reservations are accepted, and service options include dine-in, takeout, and delivery. Free lot and street parking are listed, along with wheelchair-accessible parking, an entrance, seating, and a restroom. Its Google rating is 4.6 from 611 reviews.
My Sushi & Catering LLC
4.7(98)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 98 reviews (Google rating)
Sushi
My Sushi & Catering LLC is a seafood restaurant focused on sushi and Japanese cuisine at 11558 15 Mile Rd in Sterling Heights, MI. The business describes sushi delivery in Sterling Heights, MI and Macomb County as a central part of its service, and says customer feedback helps guide new menu creations. It offers dine-in service, takeout, curbside pickup, delivery, and catering. Its Google rating is 4.7 stars from 88 reviews. Lunch and dinner are served with seating and table service in a setting described as quiet. Listed offerings include small plates, quick bites, healthy options, and dessert, and the restaurant is noted as suitable for solo dining. Families have access to a children’s menu and high chairs. Reservations are accepted, and free parking is available both in a lot and on the street. The entrance, restroom, and seating are wheelchair accessible. Debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted.

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