Medusa's Siren Song: A Taste of Sicily in Detroit's Midtown
A new restaurant has risen from the ashes of failed concepts, and this time it's a siren song of flavor that's drawing diners to its doorstep. Medusa, the latest venture from SheWolf Pastificio & Bar co-owner Anthony Lombardo, officially opened its doors on Thursday at 664 Selden St. in Detroit's vibrant Midtown neighborhood.
Located just a stone's throw away from Lombardo's acclaimed Italian restaurant, Medusa promises to transport patrons to the sun-kissed Mediterranean coast through its menu and hospitality. The restaurant's focus is squarely on the cuisine of Sicily, with dishes that celebrate the simplicity and richness of olive oil, capers, olives, tomatoes, and anchovies.
"We're going to tell the story of Sicily through our menu, through our service and our hospitality, and hopefully teach everyone about the uniqueness of this very special place," Lombardo told Hour Detroit magazine last year. The chef's words ring true as diners take their first bite into a dish that embodies the essence of Sicilian cuisine.
Medusa joins a crowded Midtown dining scene that has seen its fair share of restaurant concepts come and go. Yet, with Lombardo at the helm, there's an undeniable energy about this new addition. Reservations are encouraged, as diners eager to taste Medusa's culinary offerings can visit medusadetroit.com.
As Detroit's food landscape continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how Medusa fares in this competitive scene. One thing is certain: the restaurant's commitment to showcasing the unique flavors of Sicily will surely leave a lasting impression on those who dare to take a bite.
A new restaurant has risen from the ashes of failed concepts, and this time it's a siren song of flavor that's drawing diners to its doorstep. Medusa, the latest venture from SheWolf Pastificio & Bar co-owner Anthony Lombardo, officially opened its doors on Thursday at 664 Selden St. in Detroit's vibrant Midtown neighborhood.
Located just a stone's throw away from Lombardo's acclaimed Italian restaurant, Medusa promises to transport patrons to the sun-kissed Mediterranean coast through its menu and hospitality. The restaurant's focus is squarely on the cuisine of Sicily, with dishes that celebrate the simplicity and richness of olive oil, capers, olives, tomatoes, and anchovies.
"We're going to tell the story of Sicily through our menu, through our service and our hospitality, and hopefully teach everyone about the uniqueness of this very special place," Lombardo told Hour Detroit magazine last year. The chef's words ring true as diners take their first bite into a dish that embodies the essence of Sicilian cuisine.
Medusa joins a crowded Midtown dining scene that has seen its fair share of restaurant concepts come and go. Yet, with Lombardo at the helm, there's an undeniable energy about this new addition. Reservations are encouraged, as diners eager to taste Medusa's culinary offerings can visit medusadetroit.com.
As Detroit's food landscape continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how Medusa fares in this competitive scene. One thing is certain: the restaurant's commitment to showcasing the unique flavors of Sicily will surely leave a lasting impression on those who dare to take a bite.
, so crispy and juicy at the same time. the atmosphere is also really nice, it feels like you're in the middle of nowhere sicily. the pasta dishes are pretty standard italian fare but the anchovy sauce is a game changer 
definitely recommend making reservations though, they got super busy pretty quickly 
they have that famous sicilian dish arancini on their menu, can't wait to try it! i've been meaning to visit midtown more often, thanks for the rec 
the fact that anthony lombardo is behind this new spot gives me hope that it'll be a winner. fingers crossed it lives up to its promise of bringing a taste of sicily to detroit 
antony lombardo is a genius, his passion for italian cuisine is infectious 
i've made reservations already can't wait to try their dishes and experience the hospitality of medusa 
let's see how it does in the competitive midtown scene but i'm feeling confident about this one 
i've been hearing about this place for ages and now that it's finally open, i need to try it ASAP!!! anthony lombardo is like a genius with food, i mean have you tried his pastificio & bar in detroit?? anyway, the idea of a whole restaurant dedicated to sicilian cuisine is giving me LIFE 
i'm so down for trying their capers, olives, and anchovies...and yes, reservations are needed lol don't even think about trying to walk in 
but seriously, anthony lombardo's got game 
his restaurant is giving me major olivetti vibes 
fresh anchovies, capers, and olives all day erry day 
can't wait to see how medusa fares in the detroit food scene 
just went to Medusa and OMG the siren song is real! 
their menu is like a map to sicily - all these flavors i've been missing from my italian food fix 
simple yet rich dishes that pop with olive oil, capers, olives... can't wait to try more! 
Lombardo's got some serious talent behind the bar 
medusa joins the midtown dining crew but imma give it a solid 10/10 for now
I'm so down for trying out Medusa already! The idea of being transported to the Mediterranean coast through food sounds like a dream come true 
, and I'm excited to see how Medusa will fit into the Midtown dining scene. Let's hope it becomes a staple in our foodie community 
i'm def gonna be checking out medusa ASAP can't wait for that siren song of flavor