Lunch in Downtown Detroit: Experience Parc’s Contemporary Cuisine
Parc is one of the best lunch places in Detroit when you need an escape from the office and want a nice sit-down lunch in Campus Martius Park.
Our lunch menu features a variety of refined Detroit cuisine, inspired by the flavors of our city’s diverse cultural communities, with influences from French and Mediterranean cuisines.
Unwind, relax, and refocus as you enjoy your lunch with great views of Campus Martius Park, and are re-energized to finish your workday.
What Makes a Lunch Spot Stand Out?
Some of the defining features that make lunch restaurants in Detroit stand out include:
- Pleasant and unique ambiance: An inviting environment free from unwanted distractions or excessive noise.
- High-quality ingredients: Part of a great lunch is using high-quality ingredients to prepare your meal.
- Menu options: Offer a range of unique, innovative, fresh contemporary dishes to satisfy anyone’s tastes, including salads, sandwiches, entrees, and seasonal options.
- Seasonal offerings: Incorporate seasonal ingredients to provide something new and exciting.
- Location: A convenient downtown Detroit location near your office or business, so you have the time to enjoy your meal without feeling rushed.
- Prompt, courteous service: Most people have limited time for lunch, which requires exceptional service and attention.
- Reasonable pricing and portions: Prices should be reasonable and reflect lunch-sized portions.
- Lunch specials: Offering lunch specials or a rotating selection of daily specials to encourage guests to return daily.
- Ambiance: A professional, inviting atmosphere perfect for business lunches, casual dining, or taking a break from work.
Spotlight on Parc for Lunch
Parc is one of the best lunches in Detroit near Campus Martius Park, whether you are taking a break from work, having a business meeting, or sharing a meal with your co-workers. Some of the highlights of lunch at our restaurant include:
- Popular dishes: Enjoy a selection of some of our most popular dishes on our lunch menu, such as our chili shrimp ceviche, charred burrata, Woodward salad, Key West shrimp tacos, chicken shawarma wrap, Parc Burger, salmon croquettes, braised lamb sugo, and cast-iron filet tips.
- Wide variety of dishes: We offer plenty of options to satisfy your hunger, whether you want something light and refreshing or rich in flavor.
- Great location and views: We offer indoor and outdoor seating (seasonally) with gorgeous views of Campus Martius Park. During the holidays, we are the perfect lunch spot to enjoy all the park’s holiday decorations and the decorated tree.
- Plenty of parking: There are several parking garages and metered parking locations all near our restaurant in downtown Detroit.
- Modern contemporary design: Our restaurant offers an inviting atmosphere with elegant features and an upscale, modern aesthetic and dining experience.
- Semi-private and private lunch events: We offer several customizable options for working lunch meetings, client meetings, team-building activities, or celebrations.
- Exceptional customer service and speed: We understand you have limited time for lunch, and our friendly staff ensures prompt, courteous service. We can also accommodate a more laid-back lunch when you are not in a hurry.
- Revolving seasonal menus: As we locally source fresh ingredients daily, our menus feature seasonal items year-round.
- Craft cocktails and extensive wine offerings: For casual lunches when you can drink, we have a variety of craft cocktails and one of the largest wine selections in the city.
Tips for Visiting Parc for Lunch
When planning your visit to Parc in Detroit for lunch, we recommend using these great tips:
- Make a reservation: To guarantee a table for lunch, we suggest you make a reservation in advance. While we offer walk-in dining at lunchtime, we cannot guarantee seating, as it is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- View our lunch menu in advance: You can review our lunch menu online to help you decide what you would like to eat, or at least narrow down your options. If you are still undecided when you are seated, our team is happy to make recommendations.
- Come dressed to impress: For lunchtime, our dress code is business attire to maintain our upscale atmosphere. Shorts, T-shirts, tennis shoes, and sandals are not allowed.
- Consider a private lunch for larger parties: If you have a larger group of eight or more people, we suggest reserving a private lunch event.
- Order takeout when you are in a hurry: You can still enjoy a flavorful lunch from Parc, even when you do not have time to dine in by ordering your favorites for takeout.
- Consider a late lunch: If you have the flexibility to eat lunch later in the day, book a later reservation, like at 1 p.m. or 2 p.m.
- Best times to visit: The best time to visit is any day of the week. During the week, we feature our regular lunch menu. On weekends, we feature our brunch menu, providing a wider range of options and a more laid-back pace.
Reserve Your Table for Lunch at Parc Today
Experience the flavors of Detroit and the Midwest, influenced with hints of French and Mediterranean cuisines at lunchtime at Parc. Take a break from work, enjoy great views of Campus Martius Park, and experience a range of menu options to satisfy your cravings. Secure your table for lunch in Detroit by making your reservation today.
