Detroit's Midtown Just Got a Taste of the Mediterranean with Medusa's Grand Opening
A new restaurant has taken up residence in Detroit's vibrant Midtown neighborhood, bringing with it the bold flavors and rich history of Sicily. Medusa, the latest venture from renowned Italian chef Anthony Lombardo, co-owner of acclaimed SheWolf Pastificio & Bar, officially opened its doors on Thursday at 664 Selden St.
Lombardo's vision for Medusa is to transport diners to the sun-kissed Mediterranean coast through the simple yet vibrant cuisine. "The food's simple: olive oil, capers, olives, tomatoes, anchovies," he revealed in an interview with Hour Detroit magazine last year. "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."
While the restaurant's space has seen its fair share of concept changes over the years, Medusa is looking to put down roots in Midtown with its Mediterranean-inspired dishes. To make a reservation, guests can visit medusa-detroit.com.
With Lombardo at the helm, there's no shortage of excitement for foodies and newcomers alike. Will Medusa live up to the expectations set by its esteemed predecessor? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – Detroit's Midtown has just become an even more exciting culinary destination.
A new restaurant has taken up residence in Detroit's vibrant Midtown neighborhood, bringing with it the bold flavors and rich history of Sicily. Medusa, the latest venture from renowned Italian chef Anthony Lombardo, co-owner of acclaimed SheWolf Pastificio & Bar, officially opened its doors on Thursday at 664 Selden St.
Lombardo's vision for Medusa is to transport diners to the sun-kissed Mediterranean coast through the simple yet vibrant cuisine. "The food's simple: olive oil, capers, olives, tomatoes, anchovies," he revealed in an interview with Hour Detroit magazine last year. "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."
While the restaurant's space has seen its fair share of concept changes over the years, Medusa is looking to put down roots in Midtown with its Mediterranean-inspired dishes. To make a reservation, guests can visit medusa-detroit.com.
With Lombardo at the helm, there's no shortage of excitement for foodies and newcomers alike. Will Medusa live up to the expectations set by its esteemed predecessor? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – Detroit's Midtown has just become an even more exciting culinary destination.
italian food always hits the spot and a taste of sicily sounds amazing! 
i love that they're going for a simple yet vibrant cuisine, it's like a breath of fresh air after all the fancy-schmancy restaurants. can't wait to try it out and learn more about sicilian culture through their food and service 
also, 664 selden st is literally right next to my fave bookstore, now i have even more reason to explore midtown 
. That being said, I'm all for trying new things, especially when it comes to supporting local businesses and getting a taste of something fresh! Can't wait to see what Medusa's got in store 
. The menu's simple yet rich, and I love how he's aiming to share the unique story of Sicily through his dishes and hospitality 
. Can't wait to try it out! Has anyone been? 
and the atmosphere is so cozy and intimate 
cant wait to come back and try more of the menu 
i'm not sure what to expect but given his background at she wolf pastificio & bar, i'm thinkin' this place is gonna be on point 
and OMG it was love at first bite! The owner Anthony Lombardo is like a godsend for Detroit’s food scene, his Sicilian vibes are so unique and deliciously simple... I mean who doesn’t love olives and capers right? 
And the atmosphere is super cozy and inviting, perfect for dates or just a night out with friends. I can already imagine Medusa becoming my new fave spot 
I'm telling you, this whole "Mediterranean" vibe in Midtown is like a Trojan horse 
, ya know? One minute it's hipster bars and breweries the next, suddenly we've got Italian restaurants serving capers and olives... what's next? 
I mean, have you seen that new highway they just built downtown? It looks like a straight line to nowhere 
. Mark my words, Medusa is just the tip of the iceberg...
i mean, it's not like i haven't been to my fair share of italian restaurants in detroit (hello, she wolf pastificio & bar!), but this one has me hyped. the fact that anthony lombardo is at the helm just adds to the excitement - he's got a rep for being all about authentic sicilian cuisine. can't wait to try it out and see if medusa lives up to the hype 
. I'm not sayin' it's a bad thing, but when chefs start talkin' about transportin' people to the Mediterranean coast with their food, it just seems like too good a story to be true 
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I love how anthony lombardo wants to transport us to the mediterranean coast with his food, it's so cool that he's passionate about sharing sicily's uniqueness through his restaurant. 
. Where's the creativity? I'm all for trying new things but this feels like they're just copying someone else's style without putting in any effort.
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). What I love about Lombardo's approach is how he wants to share the story of Sicily through his food – it's not just about the dishes, but about the culture and history behind them. Fingers crossed Medusa will become a Detroit staple!
I mean, who thought it was a good idea to bring authentic Mediterranean cuisine to Detroit? We're a city of Coney dogs and square pizza, for crying out loud! 
But hey, if Anthony Lombardo is willing to put in the work and share the story of Sicily through food, I'll give him a chance. Maybe it's just what this neighborhood needs – something to set it apart from all the chain restaurants and hipster bars 
. Only time will tell if Medusa will live up to its promise, but for now, I'm skeptical 
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I love how they're focusing on simple yet vibrant cuisine to tell the story of Sicily. Anthony Lombardo's passion project is definitely going to bring some serious life to Detroit's Midtown scene 
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