Ima Izakaya
2100 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48216
The Shooki Review
Visited May 2026
I WANT EVERYTHING ON THIS MENU.
This place has really upgraded since they moved from across the street. The bar is really approachable and great way to strike up a conversation with locals. They made an extension in the back to fit more people as well.
Great selection of sake, noodles, and great Japanese whiskey. Selfishly, I am upset they got rid of Guinness on Draft, but I guess I can always stumble my way over across the street to Gaelic league for that.
Great service and great food I’ll probably be coming here once a week now ☺️
Restrooms restrooms.
They have (2) of them (Male/Female).
My experience was pretty good. I put having rating into cleanliness and I got to say it was very clean ✨
Couple of cons though that bring the rating down for me imo. Hand dryers I’m not a big fan of. I enjoy the option of paper towels especially when right after I clean my hands I don’t have to grab the door where others may have not done so.
(1) stall and (1) urinal is a potential capacity issue for how busy this place can get so I have to call that out as well. It seemed relatively accessible though. However, I don’t believe they have an accessible entrance 🤔
Soap wasn’t anything special either, but again it was clean and I think it deserves a (7/10).
Accessibility & Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible restroom
- Step-free entrance— unknown
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Baby changing station— unknown
- Key or code required— unknown
What Google Reviewers Say
4.6 on Google · 2,103 reviews · Read on Google →
Google reviewers consistently praise Ima Izakaya's ramen, robata skewers, and inventive small plates, along with its lively, approachable bar. Many highlight the quality and freshness of the food as standout, with the restaurant frequently named among Detroit's best. Feedback is overwhelmingly positive across a very large number of reviews.