Highlands Detroit Restaurant at RenCen to Stay Open Until Spring 2027

Metro Detroit's 2026 Top 10 Best New Restaurants & Dining Experiences list includes the Highlands restaurant at the Renaissance Center.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Highlands restaurant, located 72 stories above the Detroit River at the Renaissance Center, will remain open until at least spring 2027 according to the 2026 Detroit Free Press/Chevy Detroit Top 10 New Restaurants and Dining Experiences list.

Why it matters

The Highlands restaurant has become a popular dining destination in Detroit, offering stunning views and a high-end dining experience. Its continued operation through at least 2027 is a positive sign for the city's thriving restaurant scene.

The details

The Highlands restaurant opened with the goal of creating a dining experience that matched the breathtaking views from its location high atop the Renaissance Center. The restaurant has been included in the 2026 Detroit Free Press/Chevy Detroit Top 10 New Restaurants and Dining Experiences list, indicating its continued popularity and critical acclaim.

  • The Highlands restaurant will remain open until at least spring 2027.

The players

Highlands

A restaurant located 72 stories above the Detroit River at the Renaissance Center.

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The takeaway

The Highlands restaurant's inclusion in the 2026 Top 10 New Restaurants list and its planned operation through at least 2027 demonstrate the continued strength and innovation of Detroit's dining scene, even as the city continues to evolve.