Vecino
5-Course Ode to Mexico City Tasting Event
Opened last April, this Midtown eatery jumped right onto Eater Detroit’s Lists of “38 Essential Restaurants” and “Essential Mexican Restaurants”, as well as Resy’s List of “Top Restaurants in Detroit.” What’s more, it won a 2024 Eater Award for “Best New Restaurant,” is a 2025 Semi-Finalist for a James Beard “Best New Restaurant” Award, and — drumroll, please — was literally just named 2025's "Restaurant of the Year" by Detroit Free Press! Executive Chef Edgar Torres, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America who hails from Mexico City, is turning out fare that has Motor City diners talking. Consider such dishes as pulpo al pastor (octopus with charred pineapple), duck enchiladas with salsa verde and Oaxacan cheese, broccolini with green mole and pumpkin seeds, tuna tostadas, and more. Leave room too for luscious desserts like pistachio cream churros and mango tres leches cake, all consumed in a stylish setting evocative of Mexico City with sophisticated design elements of walnut wood, leather, copper, and terracotta. “Easily one of Detroit’s best new spots,” raves Detroit News. “The intense effort, attention to detail, and impressive dishes earn this high-end Mexico City-inspired restaurant a rare four-star rating.” We can’t wait to visit here!
About the Host:
Edgar Torres
Executive Chef
Hailing from Mexico City, Chef Edgar Torres previously honed his craft at 3-Time Michelin Star Recipient Roister in Chicago before moving to Detroit. An alum of the Culinary Institute of America, he now pushes the boundaries of Mexican cuisine at Vecino.
The Lineup
All courses will be individually plated. This menu will be Mushroom Free. For the list of restrictions Chef is accommodating, scroll to the bottom of this page.
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Avocado Crab
guajillo beurre blanc, blue crab, cilantro oil
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Cobia Collar
peanut crumble, salsa macha, chilpachole sauce
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Tetela
carrot tinga, crema fresca, cilantro
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Mole Negro
duck breast, sesame seed
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Pavlova
strawberry compote, yuzu sorbet
Vecino
4100 3rd Ave
Detroit, MI 48201
Event FAQs
- Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
- Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to support@tastingcollective.com.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- Due to the large-format nature of our events, restaurants are not able to accommodate all dietary restrictions/food allergies or make any menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). This restaurant will be offering substitutions exclusively for the following restrictions/allergies: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Alliums, Dairy, Gluten, Fish, Shellfish, Nut. If you have any of these restrictions/allergies, please make sure to note this in your profile (in the “Event Preferences” section) either before or right after purchasing your tickets so Chef can prepare accordingly.
