Capers Steakhouse in Detroit - REVIEW

Hello again my Diva friends. We really have a good one for you today. The Undercover Divas traveled to 7 Mile and Gratiot, in Detroit. We have heard good things about a restaurant called Capers Steakhouse. This restaurant sells and prepares steaks by the ounce. Delmonico ($.85 per oz.), New York Strip ($.85 per oz.), Filet ($1.65 per oz.) and most others, subject to market availability. What a great idea for all types of appetites, the hungry to those with the small appetite.

We walked in and a nice young lady greeted us. We decided to sit near the bar so that we could get a view of the whole place. It was pretty full when we arrived, a Saturday afternoon. Often, you can tell what type of restaurant it is by how many are waiting to get in.

They have a great variety to their menu: ribs, shrimp, chicken, pork chops. They also have a few different types of fish dishes, including Icelandic cod, salmon, shrimp and cat fish (southern fried.) They also have sandwiches, burgers and Spaghetti. We were greeted by our waiter, Nathan, and told to take our time deciding what we wanted, so we ordered drinks and looked through the menu.

We noticed two customers at the bar getting ready to be served huge, impressive drinks. Intrigued, we asked what it was. Get ready for this, it’s called the Shady Lady Strawberry Margarita ( 8 shots of liquor and priced at $16.) It looked amazing and it was served by Ray, one of the waiters.

When Nathan brought our drinks, we were ready to order. Gini ordered French onion soup loaded with cheese and croutons ($3.75) the New York Steak medium well, baked potato ($3.25) and a side of broccoli . Suse ordered the Filet with red skinned potatoes ($2.50) and an individual salad ($3.95 build your own). I had my favorite the Delmonico with Cajun spice done medium well, the baked potato, and garlic bread ($.60). (Note: The have an excellent mushroom soup, but it's not available on the weekends.) To my surprise, Nathan didn’t write anything down, which amazed all three of us, as everything came just the way we asked for it.

Oh my goodness my steak melted in my mouth, I enjoyed my meal so much. Nathan, along with other wait staff, were very friendly and always asked if we needed anything. Very nice service. After dinner was complete we were asked about dessert. They had a Capers Brownie, hot fudge brownie, carrot cake, cheese cake and Apple Pie, the prices range from $1.55 to $5.25. Unfortunately we were too full to dive in for the sweet tooth we all have.  Our total bills ran about $15 a person.  

All in all what a great experience. The wait staff, the food and the hustle and bustle of a full restaurant was worth writing about. Capers is located at 14726 Gratiot Avenue , near 7 Mile, in Detroit. It's easy to find, look for a large red awning. It is not a good area of Detroit, but there is secured, attended parking on the side and behind Capers for added customer safety. Their hours of operations are M-Thursday from 11am to 11pm, Friday 11am to midnight, Saturday noon to midnight, and Sunday 3pm to 10pm.

The “Cheers” atmosphere, quality and quantity of food, and value of service make Capers a winner. If you are a steak lover and don’t want to pay an arm and a leg at other steak establishments, give Capers Steakhouse a try, you won’t be disappointed.

Special Attention: It's always good to have that go-to place when you need a breakfast at 3am or maybe a dessert with friends. We found just the place. They never close, it's a 24/7/365 restaurant and they are located everywhere. The DIVAS hit the Denny's in Roseville (just south of Macomb Mall on Gratiot) and had desssert and coffee, 'cause that's what we wanted. You can go at 3 am, 3 pm or any time in between and find a bustling restaurant with an extensive menu. A go-to place, ready to meet your hunger needs, at any time.   

HAPPINESS - A Choice!

Life is what happens as we are planning our future. Many of us make the mistake of believing that all of our expectations will happen down the road, as we prepare for what we expect our life to be. We believe that once we get there, everything will be perfect and we will finally be happy. We forget that there is much to be gained if we enjoy our journey as we are living our life. We should revel in every moment that we're moving toward that higher goal. We need to enjoy the accomplishments we gain while we achieve our goals. We should make it a worthwhile journey, and in doing this, we will savor the end result that much more.

The most important thing we need to understand about Happiness is that it is a choice we make from moment to moment. We should try to not let the little things bother us because this will block the happiness we would otherwise feel. Embrace happiness, smile, and enjoy the moment.  As The Undercover Divas, we enjoy happiness when we discover and experience new things and then share those experiences with others through our blog.  It is a hobby that makes us happy.  Try finding something that you love doing, and enjoy that time while you experience doing it.  And don't forget to always be kind to one another.  

Author Carol Holmes said, “A happy life is made up of little things: a gift sent, a letter written, a call made, a recommendation given, transportation provided, a cake made, a book lent, a check sent.” Success and happiness is not in getting rich or rising high to fame. Happiness comes when we are big of heart, and clean and broad in mind. It is being faithful to your friends, and to the stranger, be kind. Learn to enjoy the little things, there are so many of them.

A hidden part of us rejoices when we reach out to one another in everyday life. We search for happiness in romance, achievements, possessions, exciting experiences, and all of these bring us some satisfaction, but not enough to bring us real joy. When we help others, we receive happiness back, tenfold. Happiness is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace and gratitude.

Redsmoke Barbeque in Greektown, Detroit, MI - REVIEW

Hi Diva friends, it's Annod from The Undercover Divas with another hit when it comes to restaurant reviews. All three of us Divas decided we needed a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. We were on our way to the Greektown Casino and decided to check out some of the restaurants in the district of Greektown. I don't know about you but I never have any luck when it comes to slots, but oh boy did we win when we chose Redsmoke Barbeque.

We decided to take a walk through Greektown as it was such a beautiful day. We wanted to try Redsmoke because we could smell the great smells from down the block. When we walked in, we were greeted by a nice young lady who ushered us to our seats. The smell of Hickory and Applewood smoke filled our lungs. Gini was smiling from ear to ear and Suse couldn't wait to order.

We received our drinks, and noticed that Redsmoke has Michigan Draft Beer, and as they say, “only in Pure Michigan.” Suse and Gini ordered the 6 piece Smoked Whole Jumbo Wings ($9.99), that looked so yummy on the menu. I couldn't resist the smell of the BBQ so I chose the pork back ribs that were slowly smoked over Hickory wood, ($26.99) full rack, with just the rub on it. We wanted to sample the different barbeque sauces they had to offer. Suse didn't get a side but Gini and I chose the Mac & Cheese, which had breadcrumbs on top and the Jalapeño Cheddar corn muffin, yes, Jalapeños in our muffins. The food came quickly and was served with a smile.

The wings came out smelling so awesome, but just a little too hot to eat right away. My ribs looked inviting and were just right. The ribs would have fed all three of us. Sauces available were Redsmoke, which was hot & spicy (habanero and jalapeño pepper accents), Michigan Cherry Molasses (sweet Michigan cherries in a tangy vinegar base), Honey Mustard, and Roasted Poblano, with a blend of Memphis Mud and Michigan Cherry Molasses. I tried them all and decided on the Redsmoke. (I love my food hot and spicy.)

The chicken wings had finally cooled enough that my dear friends were able to start eating. The wings were smoked whole and very big and meaty. We all thought that the Jalapeño Cheddar corn muffins were a little too dense and somewhat greasy. The Mac & Cheese proved to be a good choice, smooth and creamy. Redsmoke has a variety of menu choices, from Pit Smoked meats, such as the ribs I chose, to pulled pork and Texas beef brisket and Apple smoked chicken. Blackeyed peas with spinach over rice, candied sweet yams, and collard greens, are also a few offerings. House, Caesar and Greek salads were also available. 

When we were done indulging, we asked for a doggy bag.  We had heard there were a few homeless guys that play jazz music around and about.   Leaving Redsmoke, we handed a gentleman who had been playing his horn, our bag, and said "enjoy."  He was very thankful, and for us, besides the great food, it was the best part of the whole visit.

Redsmoke offers carryout service and catering. They are open Sunday-Thursday from 11am to 11pm. Friday and Saturday, until Midnight. They are located on Monroe St. in downtown Detroit, Michigan, which is located across from the Greektown Hotel, in a beautifully restored, two-story building. Our visit to Redsmoke made losing money at the casino not quite so painful. We enjoyed our visit.