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Wait — These 8 Popular Restaurant Chains Are Actually From The Detroit Area? By Shelby Bock Aug. 1, 2025 1:19 pm EST

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Detroit is well-known as the largest city in Michigan. It's the birthplace of Motown Records and Ford Motor Co., earning it the nickname of "Motor City." But perhaps the city's greatest unsung history is its contribution to the world of food. Despite its name, one of the most popular regional hot dog styles actually hails from Detroit: The Coney Island Dog. The city also made its mark on the fast food world with its own distinct Detroit-style pizza , set apart by its deep-dish rectangular shape and crispy crust created in steel pans recycled from neighboring auto factories.

Detroit has also made its

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