Bakery
Sweet Potato Sensations
14 locals recommend,
Why locals recommend it
Everything in this place is made from locally sourced sweet potatoes, and it’s definitely Food Network worthy. They have a Willy Wonka-like factory in the back where they bake and beat the potatoes—it’s crazy. You just see tons of boxes of raw sweet potatoes, and they’re the size of your head. The space is off the beaten path and has a homey feel. Their sweet potato pancakes are buttery, cinnamon-y, soft, and extremely hearty. And when I say hearty, I mean you really feel the nostalgia eating this—it’s like being in grandma’s kitchen.
Starex
October 30, 2016
Tips from locals
Jessica
August 22, 2022
Voted on of the best places to eat in Detroit by Eater Detroit. Only a 15 minute drive and totally worth the trip. Sweet potato ice cream, chicken and sweet potato waffles, sweet potato cookies and cornbread — Sweet Potato Sensations does it all, working hard to preserve the legacy of George Washington Carver. Headed to the Old Redford neighborhood bakery? Try the pie first. Etta Mae’s salmon croquettes, the Jive Turkey sandwich, and the black-eyed pea and collard green soup are tasty, too.
Voted on of the best places to eat in Detroit by Eater Detroit. Only a 15 minute drive and totally worth the trip. Sweet potato ice cream, chicken and sweet potato waffles, sweet potato cookies and cornbread — Sweet Potato Sensations does it all, working hard to preserve the legacy of George Washi…
LaTeama
October 18, 2019
Get you some sweet potatoe waffles and chicken!
Assata
October 4, 2018
Sweet Potato Sensations is an Icon of Detroit. Soul Food Desserts. A long legacy of the African Diaspora, from the Motherland of the African Continent, through the Southern plains of the U.S.A to Detroit, landing at your doorstep. A treat you don't want to end, and will forever remember.
Bryan
February 1, 2022
not to be missed for local faves
Bre And Carlton
March 28, 2019
Full of authentic culture, soul, and sweetness. The Sweet Potato Sensation has amazing sweet potato pies, soups, sandwiches and more. We enjoy their tuna sandwich on croissant, which a pie on the side.
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Location
17337 Lahser Rd
Detroit, MI
Old Redford