Detroit's Joe Louis Southern Kitchen Expands with Grand Opening in Southfield
Joe Louis Southern Kitchen, a boxing-themed brunch spot named after the legendary boxer Joe Louis, officially opened its doors in Southfield last November. The restaurant's owner, Joe Louis Barrow II, a son of the boxer, celebrated the grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on December 9.
As part of this milestone, Barrow announced that commemorative items featuring his father's legacy would be available for purchase at the checkout counter, allowing customers to take home a piece of history. This move aims to inspire patrons and share the spirit of Joe Louis while they dine at the restaurant in Southfield.
The menu features a range of breakfast-style options, including scrambles, skillets, omelets, sandwiches, and more. The 5,300-square-foot space can accommodate about 99 diners and staffs 35 people, according to the company's statement.
In addition to its food offerings, the Southfield location also features a gift shop selling Joe Louis merchandise, marking a first for the brand. This unique aspect is expected to further enhance the dining experience centered around family, friends, comfort, and connection.
Johnny Cannon, co-CEO of Joe Louis Southern Kitchen along with Barrow, expressed his enthusiasm about seeing firsthand how their restaurants resonate with guests. He noted that their original location in Detroit has grown into a staple of the community, and they are confident that those in Southfield will also enjoy their unique dining experience.
As part of its growth plans, the chain is set to open its third location in downtown Detroit next April. With this expansion, Joe Louis Southern Kitchen aims to continue delivering its signature blend of comfort food, boxing nostalgia, and community spirit to a wider audience across Michigan.
Joe Louis Southern Kitchen, a boxing-themed brunch spot named after the legendary boxer Joe Louis, officially opened its doors in Southfield last November. The restaurant's owner, Joe Louis Barrow II, a son of the boxer, celebrated the grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on December 9.
As part of this milestone, Barrow announced that commemorative items featuring his father's legacy would be available for purchase at the checkout counter, allowing customers to take home a piece of history. This move aims to inspire patrons and share the spirit of Joe Louis while they dine at the restaurant in Southfield.
The menu features a range of breakfast-style options, including scrambles, skillets, omelets, sandwiches, and more. The 5,300-square-foot space can accommodate about 99 diners and staffs 35 people, according to the company's statement.
In addition to its food offerings, the Southfield location also features a gift shop selling Joe Louis merchandise, marking a first for the brand. This unique aspect is expected to further enhance the dining experience centered around family, friends, comfort, and connection.
Johnny Cannon, co-CEO of Joe Louis Southern Kitchen along with Barrow, expressed his enthusiasm about seeing firsthand how their restaurants resonate with guests. He noted that their original location in Detroit has grown into a staple of the community, and they are confident that those in Southfield will also enjoy their unique dining experience.
As part of its growth plans, the chain is set to open its third location in downtown Detroit next April. With this expansion, Joe Louis Southern Kitchen aims to continue delivering its signature blend of comfort food, boxing nostalgia, and community spirit to a wider audience across Michigan.
! It's so cool that they're incorporating commemorative items into their grand opening celebration - it really adds to the overall experience, right? I mean, who wouldn't want to take home a piece of history with them when they dine out? The gift shop is also a fantastic touch - it's such a great way to extend the brand's personality beyond just the food. And can you imagine the atmosphere at their new location in downtown Detroit next April? I'm sure it'll be electric! With three locations now, they're really getting into the swing of things 
. can't wait to check out the new one in detroit downtown next april - it's awesome that they're investing in their community like this 
. gotta say, a gift shop is a genius move tho... who wouldn't wanna take home some joe louis merch? 
I'm so stoked about this new expansion! 
The idea of having a gift shop with all sorts of cool merch featuring my pops' legacy is genius 
. It's gonna make the whole experience even more immersive and fun for customers 
. And can you imagine getting to see the original Detroit location in action? 
I'm sure it's just as awesome as ever! 
I mean, can you even believe it?! They're opening another one already?! 
3 locations? That's crazy talk! Southfield is getting in on the action now? I guess that means more people are gonna be able to experience that nostalgic boxing vibe and get their southern fix. But let's be real, they gotta keep pushing out them new menu items or else people area gonna lose interest. And what's up with the gift shop?! Selling merch? That's genius! It's like a whole other thing now! I'm low-key hyped for that new downtown Detroit location tho... April can't come soon enough 
. i also love how they're incorporating boxing nostalgia into their dining experience, it sounds so fun! and yay for more comfort food options in michigan 
. and btw, 99 seats is kinda small for a restaurant, don't you think? they're gonna need to figure out how to handle big groups or events soon 
And yay for community spirit! More spots where people can come together & feel comfy 
The gift shop thing is genius, btw - it's a great way to make the whole experience even more special. But, let's get real, 99 diners might be a bit tight for this size space... I'm guessing they're gonna have to adjust those seating numbers ASAP! 
! It's awesome to see another Detroit restaurant expanding its reach, can't wait to try the new location in downtown Detroit next April 
... think about it, a restaurant in Southfield? That's like puttin' a sports bar in Suburbiaville 
! Just kiddin', sorta. Seriously though, expandin' to Southfield and Downtown Detroit is gonna be great for the community, and I'm stoked they're bringin' that comfort food and boxin' nostalgia to more people 
cant wait to try the new spot out! 
It's like stepping into history with every bite, you know? And that gift shop? Genius move by the owners! I need some of those commemorative items ASAP. 
The fact that they're adding new locations is also super exciting - can't wait to try it out in downtown Detroit too. 
. Still, if it's gonna work, who am I to judge? They did get a lot of great reviews at their Detroit spot 
Just what we need more boxed-in brunch spots!
Can't wait to check out the new location in Detroit next April too 
️. anyway, its great to see joe louis southern kitchen expanding to southfield, i hope they can make it happen without any major setbacks 
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