“Now served in hundreds of places (also known as coneys) in southeast Michigan, Detroit’s definition of dog heaven was born at the American Coney Island in 1917… If Detroit had an official food, it would be the coney.”
“Visiting with you last month at the Coney Island was the highlight of my trip to Detroit! Thanks for taking a moment of your time to spend with us. Nancy, her mom and I always enjoy eating at “the real” Coney Island on Lafayette. Also, congratulations on your selection as one of the oldest restaurants in Detroit.”
“I have ordered 20 Coney Islands from American Coney Island in downtown Detroit. This is enough to both harden my arteries and see me through to the spring. What joy! What happiness is now mine as I prepare to eat these delectable treats while drinking beer and watching the big game on Sunday!”
Come and get one
Downtown, on the corner, where it has always been.
American Coney Island has stood at Lafayette and Michigan since 1917. Walk in, order at the counter, eat it with your hands.
Call (313) 961-7758 Get directions
114 W Lafayette Blvd
Detroit, MI 48226
eat@AmericanConeyIsland.com
Hours
- Monday 10am – 7pm
- Tuesday 10am – 7pm
- Wednesday 10am – 7pm
- Thursday 10am – 7pm
- Friday 10am – 12am
- Saturday 11am – 12am
- Sunday 11am – 7pm
Hours as listed on the restaurant’s Google Business Profile. Holidays, game days and downtown events can change them — a quick call on (313) 961-7758 is the surest way to know.