All Reviews
Maytee Rosales
2 months agoI will say this the food here is amazing. But what really gives it a 5 star is the staff friendly from the moment you walk in to the exact moment you leave
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4 months agoI've done the Coney dog challenge from Lafayette and neighboring American Coney. In my opinion, Lafayette is hands down the official Detroit Coney dog experience! Everything about it was better. Not that Americans' isn't also good, but it simply doesn't compare. Service was fast and friendly in a big city kind of way. Seating is limited and it can be a bit crowded, but that just adds to the vibe. You can't beat the prices either!
T. Martinez
5 months agoSweet staff. Always a great, affordable meal on the go. We took our girls here, it was their first time and they loved it. They loved it even more, when the sweet waiter gave them a complimentary donut. Thank you so much for the kind gesture!
Jack -hawley
6 months agoFirst time here. A nice little spot to get an average coney from. Quick friendly service. Tax is already added in the price. Walking distance from cobo hall. (Yes I still call it cobo)
Hagz
6 months agoDetroit staple!! Lafayette Coney Island is one of the original Detroit style Coney Island hot dog restaurants. It shares a wall with its 'rival American Coney Island. We sat at the counter while the staff constantly removed dirty plates, napkins, etc. The ambience is more like a NYC diner including the bathroom that is about the size of the driver seat in my car. We ordered a coney fully dressed chili, mustard and onions. The meat here is very savory with a thinner skin hands down the loudest snap l've ever heard when l've bit into a hot dog, that alone was enough for 5 stars for me,amazing! and the chili is so vibrant in its flavor. 100% recommend!
Brandon Eddy
6 months agoOne of the foods that Detroit is known for is the coney dog and the best spot from what I saw was Lafayette Coney Island. I got the coney Island with chili cheese fries and was not disappointed. I didn't know if hot dog, mustard chili would go together but it definitely worked.
Tim Chester
7 months agoLafayette Coney Island is a Detroit must-visit for anyone who loves hot dogs with the perfect snap. Their chili is delicious—smoother and less spicy than American Coney’s but packed with comforting flavor. The history adds to the charm: a century-old rivalry with American Coney right next door. The place is old-school, loud, and chaotic, but that’s part of the experience. If you want the ultimate authentic Detroit Coney dog, Lafayette is the spot to get messy and savor every bite.
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8 months agoI finally stopped by this historical Coney Island restaurant in Detroit after passing by several times but never trying it before. I ordered the chili cheese fries, a gyro sandwich, and a hot dog topped with ground beef and chili. Since it’s such a historical spot, I went in with high expectations—but honestly, I was a bit disappointed. The flavors just weren’t there. Everything tasted under-seasoned, and the chili, which I normally love, was surprisingly bland. The ground beef on the hot dog was also plain and didn’t add much. It’s worth visiting once for the experience and the history, but not necessarily for the taste. I don’t see myself coming back for the food. On the bright side, the server was friendly and the restaurant itself was clean.