Medusa

Detroit, MI

January 23rd, 2026

Being longtime fans of SheWolf, we’ve been eagerly awaiting the opening of its much-anticipated sister restaurant. The moment Medusa opened just a few doors down, we were there at the first opportunity. Let us say this clearly, Medusa did not disappoint.

While SheWolf draws inspiration from Roman influence, Medusa shifts the focus south, anchoring itself in Sicilian cuisine. The menu itself reads like a lesson in food anthropology. Sicily’s cuisine was shaped long before it officially became part of Italy, influenced by centuries of Greek, Roman, Arab, and Norman rule. Each culture left behind ingredients, techniques, and traditions that layered together into the bold, expressive food the island is known for today. Something Medusa brings vividly to the Detroit dining scene.

Panelle

Naturally, we tried as much of the menu as we possibly could. One of our favorite moments came courtesy of Emma. Her standout dish was the panelle, which she immediately and confidently declared “falafel.” Perfect timing, Chef Anthony Lombardo happened to stop by our table and took a moment to explain why her instinct was spot-on. Emma was fully validated.

Moments like that are why we love dining this way as a family. Watching Emma connect flavors across cultures recognizing similarities, asking questions, building her palate is one of the greatest joys of Jabri Fine Dining.

The proximity between the two restaurants is a stones throw. We went in curious whether Medusa would compete with SheWolf. Instead, we found that they complement each other beautifully. Same warm hospitality, same thoughtful execution, two distinct culinary identities. Medusa has officially earned its place in our rotation, and we’re already looking forward to our return.