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American Coney Island

Hot Dog Joint and American Restaurant$$$$

Downtown Detroit, Detroit

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7.3^/10

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Ranked #3 for hot dog joints in Detroit
"fierce rivalry with Lafayette..."(21 Tips)
"Love the loose burger with grilled onions and mustard ❤💄1�7"(3 Tips)
"Get the American Special (Coney dog & loose burger)."(3 Tips)
"chili cheese fries and a pop for a taste of a Motor City classic."(7 Tips)

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WanderingWaltJune 5, 2012
Out of the two places this is my preference. Dog is cooked perfectly and has a great snap as you bite. Chili is perfectly spicy. And for $2.50 awesomeness. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Sarah SpagnoloFebruary 24, 2015
One of the two best places for coney dogs in Detroit (the dish started as a grab-and-go snack for auto workers). Watch this video for the best places to find chili in the U.S.: http://wxch.nl/1JGRTS8
Bin YangOctober 3, 2014
I would have to say I'm a bigger fan of the American coney island. Ignore the other Greek dishes on the menu; the coney here is the real deal - lightly toasted bun sharp onions and a light beef chili
MarcJanuary 11, 2021
Esquire: ACI & Lafayette CI are next to each other dwtn, and theirs is a bitter and endless grudge match. Both raise a torch for true regional delight: coneys (hot dogs w/chili, mustard, &raw onion)
EaterOctober 10, 2013
Serving up their own version of the Detroit coney dog, this diner has its own loyal following of die hard fans, and it is definitely 100% Detroit. [Eater 38 Member]
Jeremy BeckJune 11, 2013
Great quick meal at a great price! It's a little more spacious and than its rival next door, and also has a little more variety, serving gyros in addition to their delicious coneys and loose burgers.
Robert D WilsonSeptember 28, 2022
The Coney is really a tasty euro-style frankfurter with a delicious rich chili on top. The yellow mustard interferes with the flavor imo. The wings are fabulous!
Kate H.September 30, 2014
Come for more than coney dogs -- American has salads, wraps, burgers etc. And they are big charitable supporters!
Kevin RickertAugust 16, 2016
The "Fancier" of the two Coney joints, my friend put it best:"The chili tastes like taco meat..."It is a bigger place, so if you have a group of people, this'll be better for at least that.
WanderingWaltJune 5, 2012
Out of the two places this isn't preference. Dog is cooked perfectly and has a great snap as you bite. Chili is perfectly spicy. And for $2.50 awesomeness. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Ricardo WareSeptember 10, 2016
Love the loose burger with grilled onions and mustard ❤💄1�7/div>
James MillerApril 30, 2015
Make sure to talk to Dan Dan the Hotdog Man!! He knows his shtick!
Jake SmithAugust 25, 2013
Unless you really like Mexican-style cheese on your dog, do not ask for cheese. I thought I was getting some sort of liquid cheese, and ended up with what looked like a taco. Good dog though.
LukeAugust 13, 2017
About as American as it gets. Go for a coney. Don't forget that have pie
Hannah SmithApril 23, 2013
I like going at night. It's super peaceful to be in the city at night. Gotta get a coney!
FlorentOctober 4, 2015
Spent a great time over there! American special dog is excellent!
SailorMay 11, 2019
I love this place great food great service great views.
Joao Veloso JrJanuary 20, 2018
Best dog in town. It also includes the bread and all the spices.
Ashley MobesMay 28, 2017
Don't know which Coney is best but American has beer so that's a win!
Jack LoomisDecember 10, 2011
If you're coming here then you're in for some classic Detroit coneys. Just ask for two with everything. Chili, mustard, and onion!
Buford DouglasJanuary 26, 2019
Est. 1917. Claims to have invented the Chili Dog, called a "Coney Island Dog" in Michigan.
Jennifer B.January 16, 2017
Coneys are great! Better food and atmosphere (and cleaner) than Lafayette.
Lead Czar LLCOctober 19, 2010
American Coney is best for meeting friends, hanging out and watching street traffic through the big windows. Lafayette is better for purist singles or couples who want to savor the original Detroit at
Merlin ElsnerMarch 16, 2018
One of the two best coney locations 😉
Jim CDecember 11, 2015
My favorite coneys. Plenty of room in the restaurant.
Chuck SciclunaAugust 17, 2013
Eat next door at Lafayette Coney Island they have better coney Dogs
Travel ChannelAugust 4, 2011
American or Lafayette? This spot is 1 of the 2 most popular Coney Dog spots in Detroit. As seen on Man v Food Nation.
TV Food MapsAugust 26, 2014
Check out American Coney Island as seen on Food Wars , Man vs Food , Food Paradise Read more
Timothy HarrisonJanuary 11, 2015
Ended up here because Lafayette was really busy. Fast accurate service. I still prefer Lafayette's chili though.
Len SchmidtMay 18, 2013
Great coneys, great service and you can get beer here.
Rachel LePoudreSeptember 13, 2013
American is the best! So is Dan Dan the hot dog man!
Jaclyn RApril 26, 2019
Go next door for the better food
Jason KJuly 12, 2010
Get the American Special (Coney dog & loose burger). Try this and the place next dog for a taste test. (I preferred Lafayette)
Bright LightsAugust 18, 2012
Lafayette Coney is really good , American Coney , not so much
Allen VoglianoNovember 13, 2016
Cross this Man v Food location off the list
Danny BegnocheMay 27, 2015
Well, was talked into American over Lafayette. Big mistake. In my Gyro was a long hair that wasn't mine or the lady's. My girlfriend's "premium" hot dog was completely charred on one side. Avoid.
The Atlantic CitiesAugust 3, 2012
Read up on the history of the Coney dog in Detroit and the fierce rivalry with Lafayette... http://bit.ly/NQq6ly
Saif DiaSeptember 8, 2017
Go here and then to Lafayette to decide on your favourite
Marie KrokNovember 15, 2011
Get the chili cheese fries, they're much better than at a typical National Coney Island!
ChevroletSeptember 20, 2010
American or Lafayette? Try the Detroit staple, a coney island, with chili cheese fries and a pop for a taste of a Motor City classic.
Christina ClarkJune 23, 2015
The chili cheese fries are great
Austin LeamanFebruary 9, 2015
Best conies you can get!
Rhona MaysFebruary 13, 2011
Best Coney and chili cheese fries! Voted #1 Coney by food network and the travel channel!
Bright LightsMay 13, 2012
The hot dogs here suck !!! Layfayette is the best coney island ever !!!!!
Christina SolomonJuly 23, 2013
Everything here is fresh and great!
Tia HodgeDecember 13, 2018
Chili cheese fries - yum!!
Angie LinderJuly 7, 2012
Live the American Dream: order two coney dogs and a Vernor's.
AAJAJuly 15, 2011
"Lafayette or American?" Say the secret phrase to AAJA's executive director, Kathy Chow, and win a prize!
Jeff BurgessAugust 10, 2013
Good coneys good service
SolApril 15, 2019
Better place to sit than Lafayette, but worse coney. Pick your poison, but I prefer Lafayette.

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