As Dave says, Detroit style has to be heavy but light on its feet, like an offensive lineman. This was a little heavier. It sat in the box for 10 minutes, so maybe the texture was affected. It was soggy from condensation. It had good undercarriage and caramelized flavor. It warrants another visit so I can try it right away for maybe a better score. This is why I scored it under a 7 but maybe a 7 on the next one. If you are in the area, it's worth a try. I did add pepperoni and onions. Not too generous with the toppings