BESA offers an immersive dining experience centered around authentic Adriatic flavors, blending fresh Mediterranean ingredients like vegetables, olive oil, citrus, and grains. Led by Executive Chef Nick Geftos, the kitchen focuses on perfected presentations and a journey through both familiar and rare tastes. The restaurant is co-owned by partners who bring deep expertise in fine dining and wine, creating a sophisticated yet approachable atmosphere for guests seeking something unique in Detroit.

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Mon-Thur 4PM - 10PM
Fri-Sat 4PM - 11PM

Drink Specials

  • $9 Toast to the Coast
    • Albanian raki
    • zaatar simple syrup
    • lemon
    • dehydrated lemon
  • $9 Birds of a Feather
    • Ketel One vodka
    • strawberry shrubs
    • basil
  • $9 1917
    • Roku gin
    • St Germain
    • mint-lime syrup
    • prosecco
  • $9 Hard Day’s Night
    • Dickels bourbon
    • Aperol
    • grapefruit
    • honey
  • $4 Bavik Beer
  • $6 Sparkling, Wine, or Red by the glass

Food Specials

  • $9 Butter Lettuce Salad
    • white truffle balsamic vinaigrette
    • truffle dijon
    • black truffle goat cheese
    • tarragon
    • crouton
  • $8 Broccoli Fritto
    • tahini vinaigrette
    • lemon
  • $8 Besa Fries (buttermilk scallion aioli)
  • $8 Beef Cevapi Slider
    • ajvar
    • grilled onion
    • cabbage
  • $10 Short Rib Arancini
    • maitake mushroom
    • ricotta
    • ajvar yogurt
  • $10 Herb Marinated Chicken Kabob
    • green chickpea hummus
    • pickled onion

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Highlights

  • Cuisine inspired by the Adriatic Sea with authentic Mediterranean ingredients and flavors
  • Chef-driven menu emphasizing perfect presentation and ingredient sourcing
  • Extensive selection of new and old world wines with optional wine cellar tours

Important Details

  • Reservations recommended
  • Closed on Sundays
  • Operating hours Monday-Thursday 4PM-10PM, Friday-Saturday 4PM-11PM

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