MODERN ROMANIAN DINING Bar Gabi is a chef-driven restaurant in Hazel Park, Mich., from Gabriel and Gabriela Botezan, a husband-and-wife culinary team who unite savory and sweet, Old and New World in an experience defined by their instinctive and uncompromising hospitality. Inspired by Romania’s culinary traditions, modern Bucharest, and their training in top Italian kitchens of Metro Detroit, Bar Gabi is at once refined and irreverent. It is a place where Transylvanian myth collides with cosmopolitan edge, where modern plates carry the DNA of ancestral cooking, and where the drinks are as dark and daring as dinner. Oh, and you MUST save room for dessert.
Hours
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5–10 PM |
| Friday | 5–11 PM |
| Saturday | 5–11 PM |
| Sunday | 3–9 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 23839 John R Rd, Hazel Park, MI 48030
Phone: (248) 629-4160
Website: http://www.bargabi.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: opentable.com
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Bar Gabi is a modern, chef-driven Romanian restaurant in Hazel Park, Mich., from husband and wife culinary team Gabriel and Gabriela Botezan.
Reviews
Eugene C
We had a great night here. The atmosphere was fantastic cozy, lively, and really well done and the service was excellent from start to finish. Everyone was welcoming and attentive, which made the experience feel special. The food was good and thoughtfully prepared, even if nothing completely blew us away. Overall, a really enjoyable evening and a place we’d happily return to for the ambiance and hospitality.
… moreRoxanne M. Popovici
Last night was our first time dining here, and honestly… it felt like being transported straight back to Romania. From the very first bite, my entire family couldn’t stop talking about how much the food tasted like home. The flavors were so authentic, rich, and comforting.. the kind you don’t forget and keep craving long after the meal is over.
Every dish tasted homemade, like it was prepared with care, tradition, and love. It wasn’t just good food, it carried memories, culture, and that unmistakable feeling of familiarity that’s so hard to find outside of home. We kept looking at each other saying, “This is exactly how it’s supposed to taste.”
The portions were generous, the ingredients tasted fresh, and everything felt thoughtfully prepared. You can tell this is a place that truly honors Romanian cuisine rather than trying to modernize or dilute it. For anyone who grew up with Romanian food, this place is incredibly special. And for anyone new to it, it’s the perfect introduction.
We left full, happy, and already planning our next visit. Thank you for giving our family such a beautiful and nostalgic experience , you’ve earned lifelong customers! ❤️
… moreEvery dish tasted homemade, like it was prepared with care, tradition, and love. It wasn’t just good food, it carried memories, culture, and that unmistakable feeling of familiarity that’s so hard to find outside of home. We kept looking at each other saying, “This is exactly how it’s supposed to taste.”
The portions were generous, the ingredients tasted fresh, and everything felt thoughtfully prepared. You can tell this is a place that truly honors Romanian cuisine rather than trying to modernize or dilute it. For anyone who grew up with Romanian food, this place is incredibly special. And for anyone new to it, it’s the perfect introduction.
We left full, happy, and already planning our next visit. Thank you for giving our family such a beautiful and nostalgic experience , you’ve earned lifelong customers! ❤️
Brian Simmons
1st time and the dining experience was amazing. Service, cocktails, appetizers, and our main dishes were absolutely top tier. I’d recommend and don’t miss the dessert!
… moreMark Frye
Amazing restaurant. Definitely recommend. Food is amazing. Service is awesome; thank you Christy for making our dinner so fun. Atmosphere is cozy, vibrant and social. Can’t wait to go back. Parking is challenging because the restaurant was full and another restaurant is next door. Be patient. Bartenders were great. One of the owners stopped by our table. She was wonderful. The prices were reasonable for the quality of the dish. Everything tasted amazing. Enjoy.
… moreLaura Popa
I went with my husband and a good friend last night, and it was amazing! I don’t think you could go wrong with any choice on the menu, I can’t wait to make my way through it. The service was outstanding, the food was amazing. It’s definitely classy, high-end service, and somehow the atmosphere felt like I was having a meal with my family in Romania. I knew I was going to get a taste of Romanian home when I went, but to have that coupled with the experience of hospitality and family: priceless.
P.S. we each ate one mititei before I remembered I like to take pictures of our food.
… moreP.S. we each ate one mititei before I remembered I like to take pictures of our food.
Justin W
I cant say enough good things about this place. Everything i had was top tier. From food to service the whole experience was great. I cannot wait to go back and try more items on the menu. The pork schnitzel was so crispy and delicious and the rigatoni was perfect. I highly recommend you make a reservation and give this place a try.
… moreMyra Manalo
I was excited to hear that someone finally settled down in this building since it has so much potential. Everything at Bar Gabi was delicious! If I recall correctly, Claire was our server and she took good care of us. Service was top notch. The homemade Rigatoni is to die for. Our sea bass was a bit salty for my taste but we still demolished everything. It was a great piece of fish. Definitely leave room for dessert – I wanted to order the whole dessert menu. Great job Bar Gabi!
… moreMichael Meskill
My wife and I had a fabulous dinner last night at Romanian restaurant Bar Gabi in Hazel Park. Amazing food, next level hospitality from one of the chef/owners, Gabi and super server, Kristy as well as the collective staff. Their House Dirty Martini is perfection. The Wolf and Amber (Bourbon Old Fashioned) was well balanced and not overly sweet like the ones found at Wisconsin’s famed Supper Club’s. For starters we took Gabi’s recommendation of Langos and Mititei and were not disappointed in the least. Amazing! After much debate about getting different entree’s to sample each others dishes, we both opted for one of the current months pasta dishes: the Braised Short Rib Rigatoni. Once again, Amazing! {{UPDATE 31 Dec 2025: After a 10-year ban on going out to dinner on New Years Eve due to always getting bad food, we very much thought it would not be the case at Bar Gabi and we were right. New Years Eve dinner was just as fabulous and enjoyable as our last meal!}}
… moreSophia G
This was one of the best restaurant experiences I’ve had in a long time. From the food, to service and atmosphere, Bar Gabi nailed it. I also went with my Romanian sister in law and she said it was authentic Romanian food. There wasn’t anything we didn’t love!
Apps we got: Brussels Sprouts “Caesar,” Langos, and Beets
Main: Tomahawk Schnitzel, Sarmale, Rigatoni Past with short rib
Dessert: Cremes and Papanas (off menu)
Drinks: Martini, 2 Ruby Tonics (mocktails) and a glass of wine
We will be back!!
… moreApps we got: Brussels Sprouts “Caesar,” Langos, and Beets
Main: Tomahawk Schnitzel, Sarmale, Rigatoni Past with short rib
Dessert: Cremes and Papanas (off menu)
Drinks: Martini, 2 Ruby Tonics (mocktails) and a glass of wine
We will be back!!
Taya Bailey
Great experience at this place! All of our food was delicious, cocktails were great, and the overall vibe was memorable. Will definitely be back.
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