Hamilton's Story
Located in the heart of the historic Corktown neighborhood, Hamilton's is a distinguished dining establishment within the Godfrey Hotel Detroit, paying homage to Hamilton Carhartt, the visionary founder of the renowned workwear brand Carhartt. In 1905, Hamilton Carhartt established a factory on the site that now houses the Godfrey Hotel Detroit. This move played a pivotal role in the development of Corktown and underscored Carhartt's commitment to advocating for workers' rights.
Over the years, Carhartt has transitioned from being known solely for its durable workwear to becoming a fashion staple, lauded for its lasting quality and classic designs. The restaurant prides itself on offering a menu filled with timeless classics, each dish meticulously prepared using only the finest ingredients. Guests can enjoy their meals in a stylish and welcoming atmosphere, enhanced by a view of Michigan Avenue.
Address
1401 Michigan Avenue
Detroit, MI 48216
Opening Hours
Sun - Thurs: 7am - 10pm
Fri - Sat: 7am - 11pm
Contact Us
info@hamiltonscorktown.com
313 463-4770
Chef Masai May
executive chef
Passionate Culinary Artist with strong leadership skills. Using food as a vehicle to express culture and traditions. Detroit born, with influences from upstate South Carolina, West Africa, and the Caribbean.
Chef Cortez Reinhardt
Chef de Cuisine
Born in Detroit, Cortez's family traveled a lot, allowing him to be raised essentially around the world.
His food journey in Michigan started in an Italian restaurant named Bacco led by Chef/Owner Luciano DelSignore and Chef Gabriel Botezan. Later, Cortez would move onto The Apparatus Room in Detroit before going off to culinary school. Out of college, he began on the line at SheWolf Pastificio & Bar under Chef Anthony Lombardo.
Cortez's life centers around three creative pillars: food, music, and art - diving deeply into passions, each one bleeds into the other harmoniously. Through his food, he can connect through memory