American Coney Island

Out of the two places this is my preference. Dog is cooked perfectly and has a great snap as you bite. Chili is perfectly spicy . And for $2.50 awesomeness. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more

One of the two best places for coney dogs in Detroit (the dish started as a grab-and-go snack for auto workers). Watch this video for the best places to find chili in the U.S.: http://wxch.nl/1JGRTS8

I would have to say I'm a bigger fan of the American coney island. Ignore the other Greek dishes on the menu; the coney here is the real deal - lightly toasted bun sharp onions and a light beef chili

Esquire: ACI & Lafayette CI are next to each other dwtn, and theirs is a bitter and endless grudge match. Both raise a torch for true regional delight: coneys (hot dogs w/chili, mustard , &raw onion )

Serving up their own version of the Detroit coney dog, this diner has its own loyal following of die hard fans, and it is definitely 100% Detroit. [Eater 38 Member]

Great quick meal at a great price! It's a little more spacious and than its rival next door, and also has a little more variety, serving gyros in addition to their delicious coneys and loose burgers .

The Coney is really a tasty euro-style frankfurter with a delicious rich chili on top. The yellow mustard interferes with the flavor imo. The wings are fabulous!

Come for more than coney dogs -- American has salads , wraps , burgers etc. And they are big charitable supporters!

The "Fancier" of the two Coney joints, my friend put it best:"The chili tastes like taco meat..."It is a bigger place, so if you have a group of people, this'll be better for at least that.

Out of the two places this isn't preference. Dog is cooked perfectly and has a great snap as you bite. Chili is perfectly spicy . And for $2.50 awesomeness. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more

Love the loose burger with grilled onions and mustard ❤💯

Make sure to talk to Dan Dan the Hotdog Man!! He knows his shtick!

Unless you really like Mexican-style cheese on your dog, do not ask for cheese . I thought I was getting some sort of liquid cheese , and ended up with what looked like a taco . Good dog though.

About as American as it gets. Go for a coney. Don't forget that have pie

I like going at night. It's super peaceful to be in the city at night. Gotta get a coney!

Spent a great time over there! American special dog is excellent!

I love this place great food great service great views .

Best dog in town . It also includes the bread and all the spices.

Don't know which Coney is best but American has beer so that's a win!

If you're coming here then you're in for some classic Detroit coneys. Just ask for two with everything. Chili , mustard , and onion !

Est. 1917. Claims to have invented the Chili Dog , called a "Coney Island Dog" in Michigan.

Coneys are great! Better food and atmosphere (and cleaner) than Lafayette .

American Coney is best for meeting friends, hanging out and watching street traffic through the big windows. Lafayette is better for purist singles or couples who want to savor the original Detroit at

One of the two best coney locations 😉

My favorite coneys. Plenty of room in the restaurant .

Eat next door at Lafayette Coney Island they have better coney Dogs

American or Lafayette ? This spot is 1 of the 2 most popular Coney Dog spots in Detroit. As seen on Man v Food Nation.

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Ended up here because Lafayette was really busy. Fast accurate service. I still prefer Lafayette 's chili though.

Great coneys, great service and you can get beer here.

American is the best! So is Dan Dan the hot dog man!

Go next door for the better food

Get the American Special (Coney dog & loose burger ). Try this and the place next dog for a taste test. (I preferred Lafayette )

Lafayette Coney is really good , American Coney , not so much

Cross this Man v Food location off the list

Well , was talked into American over Lafayette . Big mistake. In my Gyro was a long hair that wasn't mine or the lady's. My girlfriend's "premium" hot dog was completely charred on one side. Avoid.

Read up on the history of the Coney dog in Detroit and the fierce rivalry with Lafayette ... http://bit.ly/NQq6ly

Go here and then to Lafayette to decide on your favourite

Get the chili cheese fries , they're much better than at a typical National Coney Island !

American or Lafayette ? Try the Detroit staple, a coney island , with chili cheese fries and a pop for a taste of a Motor City classic.

The chili cheese fries are great

Best conies you can get!

Best Coney and chili cheese fries ! Voted #1 Coney by food network and the travel channel !

The hot dogs here suck !!! Layfayette is the best coney island ever !!!!!

Everything here is fresh and great!

Chili cheese fries - yum!!

"Lafayette or American?" Say the secret phrase to AAJA's executive director, Kathy Chow, and win a prize!

Live the American Dream: order two coney dogs and a Vernor's.

Good coneys good service

Better place to sit than Lafayette , but worse coney. Pick your poison, but I prefer Lafayette .