A Downtown Favorite Known for Shareable Small Plates Is Closing

Wright and Company has announced it will close after 12 years in business, with its final day of service set for July 3.

Written By Saheba Khatun
Food image from the Wright and Company gastropub (Image credit: Facebook @Wright and Company)

Wright and Company is preparing to close its doors permanently. The restaurant is located on the second floor of the Wright-Kay Building in downtown Detroit. The restaurant will serve its final meal on July 3.

Wright and Company to Close Doors in July

A longstanding restaurant and pub, Wright and Company features a vintage-inspired interior with chandeliers. The space offers a relaxed atmosphere with views of Woodward Avenue.

The restaurant is known for its upscale menu featuring shareable platters. Popular items on the menu include pork belly sliders, tuna tartare, and crab cakes.

Through an official Instagram post, the restaurant team shared the news of its closure. They said, “After 12 unforgettable years, Wright & Company will serve its final dinner service on July 3.”

In the post, the team also reflected on the journey of the restaurant and mentioned, “For more than a decade, you’ve made us part of your first dates, anniversaries, celebrations, late-night cocktails, and countless unforgettable evenings.” What started as a restaurant became a gathering place, and that’s because of the people who walked through our doors.”

 

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The restaurant team did not share any official reason for its sudden closure.

Restaurant Space to Continue Hosting Private Events

Even after dinner service ends in July, the Wright & Company space will continue hosting private events.

“While our dinner service is coming to a close, our story in this space is not over,” stated the team. “We will continue hosting private events, celebrations, and special gatherings in the place we’ve proudly called home for the last 12 years.”

The team also shared an appreciation note for the community and said, “To every guest, team member, friend, and neighbor who has been part of this journey, thank you. Your support, loyalty, and memories have shaped Wright & Company into what it is today.”

As Wright and Company’s journey comes to an end, it hopes to celebrate the final chapter with the local community.

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Saheba Khatun is a journalist and content writer with a strong academic background in English literature and a deep passion for storytelling. She has produced a wide range of work spanning news, features, and human-interest stories, often highlighting the voices and experiences of everyday people. Known for her people-focused, thoughtful, and relatable approach, Saheba aims to inform, inspire, and foster meaningful connections through her writing. With an eye for detail and a commitment to integrity, she believes in the power of words to spark dialogue, shift perspectives, and create lasting impact. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys exploring literature, culture, and community narratives, which continue to fuel her creative process and broaden her worldview.
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