Experience Bold Asian Fusion in Detroit at ZuZu

Detroit hotspot, ZuZu, is situated in the heart of downtown, right on Woodward Ave., near the Financial District. Offering elevated flavors of Asian fusion cuisine, ZuZu has been repeatedly recognized as one of the best Asian restaurants in Detroit for diners wanting a memorable, upscale, and relaxing evening out.

During the daytime, ZuZu features a diverse menu of shareables, main entrees, and signature cocktails that showcase the bold and buttery flavors of elevated Asian cuisine. When the evening hours roll around, our Upstairs Lounge is the perfect place to unwind and kick back with your favorite people, while you indulge in craft cocktails and small bites. 

Catering to young professionals and foodies alike, ZuZu’s ambience is simply unmatched. Experience the vibrant energy of the Windy City, while enjoying a sophisticated dining atmosphere that feels both exclusive and welcoming.

What Makes ZuZu a Top Dining Destination in Detroit?

Defining your experience here at ZuZu is our carefully curated menu. As you sit back and enjoy our open-feel dining room that features warm tones and a modern design aesthetic, you’ll be met with a menu that proudly offers flavors you simply won’t find elsewhere around Detroit’s iconic Financial District. 

Our commitment is to provide a culinary journey that engages all your senses, from the visually stunning presentations to the aromatic and bold tastes in every dish. The heart of our menu is our signature dishes, which include Japanese Wagyu, Lobster, grilled options, specialty sushi, and signature sides, like our house fried rice, crispy Brussels sprouts, and roasted miso corn. 

Kick off your evening with your choice of signature sushi, and end the evening with a signature cocktail or sake. Not sure where to start? Ask your wait staff about pairings and menu options that appeal to your palate and discover flavors you didn’t know you loved. 

It’s this entryway into global flavors, refined interpretations of classic dishes, and signature sushi rolls that have propelled ZuZu to one of the top destinations for the best Asian food in Detroit.

Lounge in ZuZu’s Upstairs Lounge

Great food is enjoyed best with great company. It’s why our ZuZu Upstairs Lounge has been such a big hit with young professionals, locals, and visitors who want to soak in the nightlife vibes of downtown Detroit. Balancing sophistication and an elevated party scene, our Upstairs Lounge is the perfect venue for a memorable evening out.

Offering an ambiance rooted in trending Asian culture, you’ll get to experience an environment where good vibes are met with a modern lounge area and a state-of-the-art sound system. Depending on the day, you can look forward to trending music through the loudspeakers or a live DJ who’ll help set the tone for the night. 

This ultra-luxurious space is where you can sip on craft cocktails that are as mesmerizingly bold as the environment itself. If you’re celebrating a special event or life milestone, our Upstairs Lounge also serves as one of the best venues to host your friends and family for your gathering. 

Get in touch with our events team to reserve your table in our lounge or to learn more about how you can create a memorable night out with an exclusive party your guests will love.

Elevated Asian Fusion Cuisine

You haven’t experienced Asian fusion cuisine until you’ve dined at ZuZu. Start with shareables before you move on to signature main dishes and craft cocktails.

Some of our popular favorites include our:

• Signature Japanese A5 Wagyu skewers: Charcoal-fired grilled and served with shishito peppers and honey chili glaze.
• Walnut Shrimp: Candied walnuts, Korean chili, creamy honey Kewpie, and seaweed sesame salad.
• Wagyu Beef Gyoza: Wagyu beef dumplings, garlic chili crunch, sweet citrus ponzu.
• Miso Sea Bass Wraps: Sweet gem lettuce, togarashi, spicy creamy sauce, house pickles, red chili, tempura crunch.
• Crab + Lobster Taco: Two purple ube taco shells, crab, crab + lobster salad, yuzu Kewpie, avocado, red tobiko.

Sushi — Chef’s Daily Selection 

Ask about our sushi chef’s daily selection or try classic sushi dishes, including our Spicy Tuna Cucumber Avocado, Salmon Avocado, and California Rolls. The star of the show, if you’re a sushi lover, however, is our signature specialty rolls, including our Lobster Tempura, which is served with crunchy lobster, pickled daikon, and eel sauce, or our Truffle Scallop and Asian Pear, if you’re in the mood for something more creative.

ZuZu’s Signatures Meals 

When it’s time for the main course, explore our ZuZu signatures, including our Caramelized Miso Sea Bass or our A5 Hot Stone Ishiyaki. 

From the grill, you can experience Asian fusion charcoal flavors, with our Zizzle and Zmoke 9 oz. New York Strip, which is charcoal grilled and served with house pickles, roasted wild mushrooms, teriyaki, wasabi ponzu, and anticucho sauces. 

Explore other dishes from the grill, including our prime beef tenderloin fillet, our prime miso lamb chops, our dry aged wagyu tomahawk, and our Szechuan New York strip. 

From hearty cuts to savory sauces, our signature dishes, grilled cuts, and flavorful sides showcase the culinary expertise that has propelled ZuZu as one of the premier Asian fusion cuisine restaurants in the greater downtown Detroit area.

Plan Your Special Event at ZuZu

Have a birthday celebration, bachelor or bachelorette party, or other special event coming up? Host your next gathering at ZuZu, and celebrate your life’s milestone moments in absolute style. 

You can reserve your private event in either our dining hall or our Upstairs Lounge, depending on your needs. With either selection, you can look forward to a full-service celebration that helps redefine what it means to live life to the fullest. 

Our dedicated events team will work with you on every detail, from custom menu curation to ensuring the ambiance is perfect for your occasion.

Learn more about our private events when you get in touch with our events team.