Detroit Legend Since 1970

Detroit's
Soul on a Bun

Hand-split buns. Slow-simmered chili. The original Detroit Coney you've been craving — made the way it's always been made.

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Detroit Original
Family Owned
Fresh Daily
Our Story

Born on Schoolcraft,
Built for Detroit

Tom's Coney Island didn't start as a dream — it started as a conviction. Back in 1970, Tom knew that a real Coney couldn't be rushed. The bun had to be split by hand, the chili had to simmer long enough to develop its signature depth, and the onions had to be finely diced, never minced.

For over five decades, this has been more than a restaurant. It's been a gathering place for auto workers on their break, families celebrating weekends, and anyone who knows that the best food doesn't need a fancy interior — just real ingredients and honest effort.

We still split every bun the same way. We still simmer the chili with the same care. Detroit deserves nothing less.

Tom's Coney Island restaurant interior with classic diner atmosphere
50+
Years of Detroit Flavor
The Experience

More Than a Meal

Some places sell food. Tom's builds memories. Here's what makes us different.

Made with Love

Every Coney is assembled by hand with the same care Tom insisted on from day one.

Always Fresh

Buns split fresh every shift. Chili simmered in small batches. Nothing sits.

50+ Years

Five decades of serving Detroit the same way — with pride, consistency, and real flavor.

Community First

Your neighbors, your crew, your corner — Tom's has always been a place for everyone.

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Come Taste
the Difference

We're right here on Schoolcraft, serving up Detroit's favorite Coney since 1970. Pull in, park, and let us take care of the rest.

Location
19441 Schoolcraft, Detroit 48223
Hours
Open 7 Days a Week
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Detroit's Got a New
Favorite Coney

Stop by 19441 Schoolcraft and taste what five decades of dedication tastes like.

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