Dime Store's suburban brunch run is about to wrap. The popular Detroit-born spot will permanently close its Rochester Hills location after roughly two years in the suburbs, with its final day of service set for next Sunday. The original downtown Detroit restaurant is not going anywhere.
How The Closure Was Announced
According to the Detroit Free Press, Dime Store shared the news in a Facebook post, telling followers that the Rochester Hills outpost will close permanently and confirming next Sunday as the last day of service. The paper notes that the location has been open for about two years.
From Downtown Favorite To Suburban Outpost
Dime Store first opened in downtown Detroit in 2014 and became a go-to for brunch in the city. A decade later, the team branched out, debuting a larger Rochester Hills location in 2024 to add more seating and bolster its catering operations. The suburban restaurant was pitched as a roomier alternative to the frequently packed downtown dining room. The Rochester Hills page on Dime Store's site highlights menus and hours for that outpost.
Why The Pullback Matters
Detroit independent restaurants have seen mixed results when expanding into the suburbs, and Dime Store's Rochester Hills move was watched as part of that broader pattern. Axios Detroit reported that the Rochester Hills dining room was roughly twice the size of the downtown original and was meant to give the team more space to experiment with menu items and build out catering. Bigger spaces can increase overhead even as they open the door to new revenue.
What Stays Open
The original Dime Store at 719 Griswold St. in downtown Detroit will remain open, so city regulars can keep their brunch routines intact. The company website continues to list hours and menus for both locations, and Dime Store's Detroit page shows the downtown address along with daily hours.
The Facebook announcement did not spell out specific reasons for the Rochester Hills closure, and the restaurant said it would share any further updates on its social channels, the Detroit Free Press reported. Customers with questions about reservations or catering are being directed to contact Dime Store through its website.
