With so many new places to eat popping up all over Midtown;
one new restaurant on the northwest side opened its doors this past winter of
2015. Located on Livernois, rumor has it that people from all walks of life
residing in Detroit are swarming like bees to honey to experience the taste of
Kuzzo’s Chicken and Waffles.
Owned by Detroit Lion Ron Bartell, I received
recommendations from many individuals requesting that I pay a visit. With
Social Media playing a big role, and many Detroiters flooding their Insta Gram
time lines with the delectable southern cuisine food items; it was indeed time
for me to see what the KCW buzz was really all about. After-all, Detroit’s Mayor Mike Duggan had
even approved.
Waiting on the rest of my dinning party to arrive, I used my
spare time to peep out the magnificent scenery.
From the picture of the first African American President of the United
States smoking a cigarette towards the bar, and the legendary Rap Group Run-DMC
displayed on the multi-colored brown and red brick wall towards the dining
area, the art work inside of the latest restaurant to make the Avenue of
Fashion is most alluring. The Marilyn
Monroe portrait indeed makes a sight for sore eyes and compliments the
state-of-the-art gorgeous lofty surroundings.
Anticipating the arrival of our final party member, we were
squired to our table by our host and menus were provided with glasses of ice
water by our server. Making up our minds
up about what to order was indeed a challenge due to the ongoing stares and
pauses made at the “Waffle Combos” and “Southern Comforts” selections passing
us back and forth to other dining room guest. Members of our party decided on the following;
the “Bam-Bam” consisting of a fried drumstick, thigh, with waffle choice
included, the “Shrimp and Grits” made with scallions and bacon served over
cheese grits, and the “Belle Isle Basket” which includes the choice of fried
shrimp or catfish filets with a basket of chips. Finally, it was my turn to
order and I decided on the red velvet waffle, three wings, and cheese eggs as
my side item. Known as the “Big Red”,
this breakfast dish indeed fits true to its title. I was most pleased with the portions provided.
The chicken was piping hot, delicious and seasoned to
perfection. The red velvet waffle was so rich and sweet that I devoured the
majority of it without any syrup. My
eggs were fluffy, moist, and flavorsome.
I was thoroughly satisfied with my meal.
People, if you haven’t given the latest southern breakfast cuisine spot
to hit the block of Livernois, it’s a must you give them a try. You’ll need to exercise some patience and
prepare to wait; however, I guarantee it’ll be worth your time.
