Lafayette Coney Island - Detroit, MI

No place is more passionate about Coney Island hot dogs than Detroit. The most conspicuous evidence is a pair of Coney restaurants next to each other: American and Lafayette. Spicy dog, soft bun, smooth chili, bright yellow mustard and crisp onions (and maybe shredded cheese) come together in a form of hash-house alchemy.

83% Approval Rating (6 votes)

Overall: Worth driving from anyplace

Must Eats

Chili Dog ($2.00)

Vernor's Ginger Ale ($1.00)

Chili Cheese Fries ($3.00)

Greek Navy Bean Soup ($2.00)

Written Reviews

Michael Stern

"No place is more passionate about Coney Island hot dogs than Detroit. Coneys are everywhere, but the most conspicuous evidence of the Motor City's obsession is a pair of rival restaurants that are right next to each other: American Coney Island and Lafayette Coney ..." [Read More].

Logbooks

7/15/2003 - Stephen Rushmore Jr., $10

Map & Directions

118 W. Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI
313-964-8198

Hours & Policies

Seasons:	Open Year Round
Meals Served:	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night
Operational Hours:	Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:	No
Alcohol Served:	Yes
Outdoor Seating:	No
Reservations Accepted:	No
Delivery Available:	No
Takeout Counters:	Yes

"Here is a pair to reckon with: classic Coney Island dogs as served at Lafayette. (buffetbuster photo)"
Michael Stern

"Anything the chili touches is spectacular"
Stephen Rushmore Jr.

"Spicy, locally made Vernor's ginger ale is our drink of choice with almost any meal in the Detroit area; but it must also be noted that the staff at Lafayette are great showmen when it comes to pouring glasses of white or chocolate milk. (buffetbuster photo)"
Michael Stern

"This is the photograph buffetbuster took of two guys who arrived in the same car, but went to different Coney places, ribbing each other on the way in about which one had poor taste in hot dogs!"
Michael Stern

"Two of these chili dogs with finely ground meat should keep your stomach happy."
Stephen Rushmore Jr.

"You must arrive early to see the counters this empty."
Stephen Rushmore Jr.

"There are a couple chili dog places on this block - be sure to visit this one."
Stephen Rushmore Jr.

"The decor is no-frills plebeian diner, but the cuisine is street food royalty. (buffetbuster photo)"
Michael Stern

"Here you see all the elements essential to the construction of a Coney: The chef is fetching chili from the pot in the window. Behind him are bowls full of bright yellow mustard and diced raw onions. (buffetbuster photo)"
Michael Stern