This was our second date night at D'Amato's. The service was excellent. I'm pretty sure we had the…read moresame waitress last time, and she was great at checking in on us and making sure our glasses were full. The atmosphere of D'Amato's is nice. It's great for a casual date or a nice meal with friends. We started with the bread board which was alright. I think they described the bread as focaccia, so I was expecting a bread with more of a crunchy crust and the classic dimples on top. However, this bread was fluffy and soft, but it was still very good. I'm not sure if I would get it again since it felt like a bread board I could put together at home. I preferred the bruschetta we got last time. For my entree, I went with the chicken parm which was very good. The chicken was coated well and the sauce was delicious. Overall, this is a great spot for Italian food in Royal Oak, and we'll be back for future date nights.

We visited D'Amato's Restaurant on Saturday, January 3rd at 7:00 PM, and unfortunately the…read moreexperience was largely disappointing. Our waitress, Yvette, was the highlight of the evening. She was kind, attentive, and professional throughout the meal. Sadly, her service was the only truly positive part of our visit. For my entrée, I ordered the gnocchi with Palameno sauce. The gnocchi itself tasted fresh and was well made; however, the sauce was overwhelmingly garlicky--so much so that it nearly made my eyes water. There was no real depth of flavor beyond the garlic, which made the dish unbalanced and unpleasant. My husband ordered the homemade ravioli stuffed with portobello mushrooms, which was genuinely good and the best dish we had that night. That said, both entrées arrived completely on their own--no sides, no garnish, and not even freshly shaved or grated parmesan offered at the table. We were surprised to learn that everything was à la carte, yet this was not clearly outlined anywhere. Even basic side salads cost $6 for very small portions, and the entrée portions themselves were quite small for the price. We also ordered the $8 bread board, which was honestly baffling. The bread was cold instead of warm and served with low-quality oil, vinegar, and very subpar parmesan (comparable to grocery-store brand), all placed in tiny separate cups with no herbs, seasoning, or explanation. It wasn't mixed or presented in a way that made sense--frankly, we weren't sure what we were supposed to do with it. The calamari appetizer tasted good, but the portion was so small it wasn't shareable, which defeats the purpose of an appetizer. The drinks were awful. My husband's soda tasted flat, and we wondered if the soda gun was dirty. There was virtually no liquor in either cocktail--mine tasted watered down and unpleasant, almost like river water. To make matters worse, the limes were dry and visibly brown. Overall, the entire experience was a 3 out of 10, and that rating is solely due to the excellent service provided by our waitress, Yvette. Unfortunately, between the underwhelming food, confusing and poorly communicated à la carte pricing, very small portions, subpar drinks, and lack of value for the cost, this restaurant did not meet even basic expectations. We will not be returning and cannot recommend D'Amato's to others s this restaurant's food was NOT elevated. For the prices charged, fine-dining restaurants should expect far better quality, execution, and overall dining experience. I have no idea how they stayed in business for over 28 years.

Came here for a girls night and we had a wonderful time! From the first steps in the interior feels…read morecozy and intimate, yet still modern upscale. We had a kind server who guided us through the menu and kept us from over-ordering, and we ended up sharing some appetizers, salad, fries, and a pasta. Everything was so delicious! I ended up returning on Father's Day and enjoying the outdoor dining area. Everyone loved their meals this time as well! Beppe is definitely a local favorite.

Yum yum yum! Came here for a friend's bday and left with a new favorite place! The burrata and…read moreprosciutto were creamy and salty and paired so perfectly with their homemade sourdough. Couldn't decide between the burger and the bucatini so had to get both. And they did not disappoint. The bucatini was creamy and has the perfect mushroom umami flavor. Burger was perfectly cooked and a great staple. Service was a smidge slow and we waited nearly thirty min for drinks and dinner lasted almost two hours so be prepared to be there a bit

Ale Mary's is one of those spots that just gets it. Super chill vibe, great energy, and when it's…read morenot freezing outside (Michigan problems ), the indoor/outdoor seating setup is perfect. It's an easy place to settle in, whether you're grabbing a drink, meeting friends, or easing into a weekend. I love that they have brunch now, and it's legit. The Dubai pancakes are a must--flavorful, indulgent, and straight-up beautiful. They also know how to properly scramble an egg, which sounds basic until you realize how many places mess that up. We eat with our eyes first, and the food here always looks as good as it tastes. The staff is consistently friendly and welcoming, which makes a big difference. Great drinks, great food, great vibes. Definitely a go-to spot in Royal Oak--and one I'm always happy to highlight as @DonnyLB on IG/TikTok. Check me out and check this place out.

I went to Ale Mary's for their Christmas pop up: Jingle, and it was the most festive holiday…read moreoutings I've had this season! The inside and outside was decorated head-to-toe in festive lights, ornaments, and wrapping paper. My party and I sat in their igloo outdoor seating which highlighted the festive atmosphere. The igloo seating was easy to book online on Open Table with a max seating of 6 people per igloo. The holiday drink menu for the Jingle pop up had a lot of range. I tried their Santa's Milk & Cookies holiday cocktail, which came in a festive Mrs. Claus' mug. The drink was VERY strong! I ordered the Crisper Chicken Sandwich which had a delicious pesto aioli and sun-dried tomato relish which elevated the sandwich. Yum! Between the decor, themed drinks, great food, and the fun atmosphere, this event was such a great way to kick off the holiday season. If you're thinking about checking out a holiday pop-up, Ale Mary's Jingle is absolutely worth it!

We walked by Trattoria Da Luigi a few times before and noticed it was always packed, so we decided…read moreto make a reservation. We had to wait a short bit before getting seated, even with a reservation, and there was very little space to wait without getting in the way. However, service was excellent, and our table was cleared as quickly as possible to get us seated. Our server introduced himself quickly and read us all of the specials with the prices as well. He was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. He also checked up on us frequently and made sure we were doing well. I got an aperol spritz which was nice and refreshing. The starter bread was very soft and warm. We split of one of the specials (arancini alla norma) which was excellent. We also got the insalata mista which was exactly what you would expect. It was a pretty small portion, but otherwise, there was not much to note. I got a rigatoni alla norma for my main. The tomato sauce was excellent. It was acidic and vibrant which complemented the roasted eggplant and cheese very well. I also had a bite of the rigatoni alla vodka which I would totally order next time. It was a great pick for someone who wants something with a little more kick to it. Overall, I think this restaurant was solid, and I would return. The environment was a bit loud and chaotic, but it was very cozy and family friendly. This is a great spot for those looking for a classic Italian American eatery.

My family and I went here on Valentine's Day. We had a…read morewonderful waitress. It didn't take a particularly long time for the food to come out, however the members of our group that ordered salmon did mention that it was terribly overcooked. I, personally, got the vodka pasta, which was absolutely divine. It is definitely a pricey place, so it's disappointing not everyone enjoyed their food. One other thing I want to note, if you have a big group, maybe look for some other place to eat. They really squeezed me and my family in-people kept running into the back of my chair, which was irritating, to say the least. Overall, It was very expensive for something average.

What a fun little spot! The bar is has a super cool chandelier and they hand craft all their…read morecocktails. We sat at the bar and eta he'd the bartenders work their magic. They were experienced and knowledgeable. Our drinks tasted amazing! Fresh ingredients and full of flavor. We didn't order any food, but it looked great!

Home from work today, I decided to try something from my collection to try…read more Sauntered into Pearls Deep Dive for an early dinner. Parking was no problem as I was lucky to find metered parking just steps away from the front door. I walked in immediately taken with the charming decor and darkly lit romantic vibes, which is my favorite esthetic for any restaurant. The seating at the bar was yummy, thick comfy seats. The bartender greeted me warmly. He was cool and I hate that I didn't ask his name. He was attentive and masterful with the spirits. He asked if it was my first time, which it was, and since so, made me a tasty "welcome" drink with gin that was fantastic. I also ordered "the panty snatcher" a concoction of vodka, grapefruit, St Germain, rose water and orange. It was amazing. I will definitely be back for drinks. The drink menu is quite tempting. I had the Corn, Corn, Corn dish, which is polenta and corn kernels topped with popcorn. Yes, super unique and interesting. I had to try it. The popcorn was so light and flavorful straight out of the kitchen, but became chewy as it sat atop the piping hot polenta. I really enjoyed it however. Next time I'll eat all the popcorn first. I also had lobster dumplings, which was good but the dish wasn't cooked through. The filling wasn't hot and the pasta was very under on some bites. I was the first customer for the evening, so I can forgive that faux pas. I really enjoyed myself and I will return time and time again to try everything. The menu offers many things I love. Great concept. Cool vibes.

Bohemia was a kingdom in the Roman Empire, currently where we have the Czech Republic. However…read morethe restaurant has nothing to do with that region and the very limited menu skews Middle Eastern. You have to have guts to open a middle eastern restaurant in metro Detroit because we have some of the best Middle Eastern options in the US right around the corner. My ribeye kabob was a very small portion and came with an almost fresh undercooked tomato quarter, five chewy unsalted pieces of fatty meat and a cup of rice. We were there celebrating a birthday with twelve people. They informed us that they were not allowed to split the check or even take more than four cards and the four cards had to be evenly split. I understand restaurants do this but I don't understand why inconvenience their guests if they could just separate bills with required gratuity. With a mixture of couples and singles, splitting the bill with these rules is a huge hassle. After dinner we asked for the dessert menu, only to be told that they don't serve dessert nor do they have coffee or tea. No candles for the birthday boy. The waitress seemed bothered with every basic request and had zero desire to be helpful. The manager did come to our table at the very end and offer to bring dessert from Pinky's ( which they own upstairs) but it was too late, we had a show to catch.

Walked up the the hostess stand. It didn't look too busy. Only a few tables filled outside and…read moreinside too. It looks cool inside, a big beautiful chandelier in the center. Thai engraved wood carvings on the one wall, reminds me of the many market artisan crafts in Thailand. There are lots of live plants everywhere too, even at the bar. We were seated quickly with menus. Not one person has come to our table for over 6 minutes. No water, no service, not even a staffer asking if anyone has waited on us yet. No inquiries whatsoever. Being seated is only the first part of decent service. Thinking we should have sat at the bar. The irksome part was I saw other tables with staff serving the other tables inside and outside too. We finally left after 10 minutes of waiting, no one was ever going to come to our table anytime soon.

This was my first time here! I sat at the bar, and the service was amazing! The food was cooked to…read moreperfection and perfectly medium. There is plenty of sitting with options to sit at an open window or at a softly lit and intimate table.

Tom's always delivers for seafood. A dirty martini and some oysters is a must- Romos Pro tip: the…read morepink moon oysters...just, chefs kiss! A bit pricy, but so worth it! Highly recommend going during February for their lobster lovers month.. such a vibe, and so good!

Great service!! We arrived at the last minute and they accommodated our party! Great cigars and…read moredrinks. Will definitely come back!!

Smokys is an amazing atmosphere! Great delicious food, very nice drink selection including…read moredifferent tequilas and bourbon. They can make any drink. Very welcoming and a nice selection of fine cigars. The owner Elliott is very hands on with the patrons of the bar. Bartender Lindsay is very nice and helpful. Best cigar bar for a good vibe

We've now been there twice in a month! It's just so good. Food, service and atmosphere. We were…read morethere with friends last night, had Marvin as our waiter and couldn't have been happier with his service. He was very attentive even though he was helping several tables! He made us so comfortable, laughing and joking with us, bringing extra bread, replacing drinks... he deserves a raise! A big thanks to Marvin, the chefs and all the staff! We will definitely be back! This is now my favorite place for dinner, or lunch or just for drinks! Limoncello Martinis all around!!!!

We loved eating here! The drinks and food were delicious, especially the limoncello! The portion…read moresizes were so good, and the ambiance of the restaurant was very fun!

REALLY yummy cocktails. Loved the opportunity to taste some of Valentine's Distillery spirits in…read moreaction. Their vodka and gin were both lovely in the drinks I got! We got their mid shift change and they didn't miss a beat in taking care of us, all of the bartenders were knowledgeable and friendly. Good vibes here and not crazy pricey like some cocktail bars can be.

They have a great party room in the back. Beautifully set up and you can make it into a strolling…read moredinner. The service was decent. The bar closed early. And the bartender was sometimes not available. Otherwise it was very nice. Parking could definitely be improved. It was very, very difficult to park. Limited spaces in Ferndale, apparently which makes it not ideal location when it comes to having to figure out how to park and then walk your way back there in the Dark.