Recently, my husband & I finally tried Voyager after having it on our list for many years. When I…read moresaw that they were having their annual Mid-Winter Lobster Boil, it sounded like fun and the perfect opportunity to check them out. We sat at the bar and had excellent service from the bartender. My husband had a new-to-him beer, which he enjoyed, and I tried the House Martini, which had saffron-infused gin, Strega and dill oil with a pickled onion. It was unique and enjoyable. Before our lobster boil arrived (we had a heads up that it would take 20 minutes), we ordered a bowl of chowder and hush puppies to split. These were my favorite part of the meal! Both were EXCELLENT! The chowder had light, crunchy, homemade croutons in the soup, and it was the perfect addition and the hush puppies were some of the best I've ever tasted. I will share one disappointment. The RESY page where they took the reservations/orders said: "We'll offer a small a la carte menu of coastal favorites & seasonal specials too (e.g. fried clams, shucked oysters, crispy fish sandwiches, etc.)." My husband was excited for the fried clams and talked about getting them several times leading up to our dinner, only to find out there were no fried clams offered. As a matter of fact, our request was met with a reaction that led me to believe that was never even a part of the plan. So why post that in the description? We enjoyed the lobster boil, but felt it was overpriced for what we got. We felt the other items we ordered off the menu were well worth the prices. Our overall impression is that this small, casual restaurant has quality seafood, side dishes and drinks. We will definitely return to try some other items off their regular menu (and get the chowder and hush puppies again!)

Can't believe our last review was 7 years ago, as we have returned to Voyager so many times since!…read moreAtmosphere is casual and fun, albeit small and cozy. Service is always friendly and welcoming, menu innovative and ever-changing. Seafood offerings are varied, creative, and SO FRESH! We love Voyager and it is always worth the near three hour drive, especially when we make it a weekend! Lots of fun areas surround Ferndale. Can't leave this review without mentioning their annual mid-winter lobster boil...a NOT TO BE MISSED event! A whole perfectly prepared lobster, accompanied by sausage, fresh mussels, fresh clams, corn, new potatoes, herby seasoned broth, and of course, drawn butter! Watch for it and get your reservation in! You won't be disappointed! Sorry, we were so busy enjoying the evening, we forgot to take pics, but here's one pic from last year's mud-winter boil!

Wow - what a beautiful restaurant and delicious food. After this Sunday meal, we already booked…read moreanother reservation to try the Chef's Tasting menu. If everything is as good as what we ordered this time, I can't wait to try more! Firstly, the natural lighting in here is just fantastic, and I really like the layout - you have a bit more space than some of the other downtown restaurants, and it's fairly quiet. Nice cozy booth seating as well as chairs. The gated parking lot is also a huge plus downtown and service was absolutely excellent. We came on a Sunday to try their all day happy hour, and it did not disappoint. $2 oysters meant that we ordered 2 dozen, and while the east coast varieties tend to be our favorite, their west coast selection was also top notch. Just lovely, salty, briny fresh oysters with a great mignonette. We also both ordered dirty martinis, and they're perfect for $8. We also had the focaccia which comes with this amazing tomato pesto - it tasted like pizza concentrated into a sauce. Yum! And the focaccia is perfect - the kind of bread that makes you remember why bread is so good. Pillowy and soft inside, toasted crispy outside; an amazing app. For dinner, we had the squid ink and seafood pasta, the wild striped bass and the lamb. Everything was absolutely so delicious and perfectly cooked. They split the pasta for us, which was very nice, and I just can't get over the delicious unique flavor of that dish. Outstanding. This pasta is the kind of pasta you want to order when you go out. Lots of yummy seafood, perfectly seasoned al dente pasta, savory sauce. The bass was the most perfectly cooked piece of fish I've had in a long time - crispy skin, tender moist flesh, buttery sauce. And lastly, I was super impressed with the lamb - it was tender yet crispy on the edges, savory and satisfying. If a seafood restaurant is doing lamb this well, I've got to see what else they have to offer. Can't wait to try the tasting menu. Even hubby was impressed and had zero complaints about anything, and he's tough to please. What a gem of a restaurant.

Yelp considers 3-Stars to be Okay. This visit was a bit better than just okay, but not worthy of…read morefour stars. We arrived at 6:24 for a 6:30 resv and were immediately seated. My first impression: Noisy! Lots of hard surfaces. Difficult to hear the hostess, server and my wife. The tables were appropriately spaced for diners and servers to work with no bump & grind. We started by sharing a dozen oysters and the pear/walnuts salad. The oysters were a bit small-ish; but otherwise, excellent. Server took a drink order from my wife, but skipped me. Eh? I flagged down another server to order a Pino. It took a surprisingly long time to arrive. On the plus side, I was offered a taste to insure it was satisfactory - it was. The pear salad w/walnuts was excellent. The pears were sliced paper-thin. One of the joys of eating a properly ripened pear is the juicy explosion and thinly sliced pears defeat the juicy explosion. If the pears were fully ripe, perhaps cube them? Weirdly; the two sides (mushrooms, potatoes) were served before the entrees. The server noticed, seemed surprised and withdrew the sides, returning with our entrees (lamb shoulder, steak). Then the side returned. Both entrees were warm-ish and the sides were hot. The 14-day, dry-aged steak was ordered medium-rare and was seasoned and prepared as ordered. Again; warm-ish, not hot. I expected better beefy flavor for a dry-aged steak. One end was a bit chewy. Tenderness improved as I got to the other end of the steak. I ordered it with horseradish. I will admit to being a weirdo who loves spicy horseradish (and wasabi) that will clean the sinuses - this was "Ohio-spice'd" horseradish ... not creamy, but less spicy than Arby's Horsey sauce. The mushroom and the potato sides were served hot from the kitchen. Both were excellent, no complaints. The presentation of the steak needs improvement. It was a properly prepared, lonely lump of brown, served on a white plate with cracked ceramic glaze. The lamb shoulder was the better entree. For some reason, my wife was expecting Middle Eastern seasoning. The menu did not mention Middle Eastern seasoning and she did not ask, so that's on her, not the kitchen. I thought it was excellent. Gripe: After the entrees arrived, our server did not return to ask if the entrees were satisfactory. She did return later to ask if we wanted a second round of drinks. We did ... We were offered dessert and ordered, but never asked if we wanted coffee or an after dinner drink. Both desserts were excellent. Will we return? Probably ... not. With tip; dinner for two was $286. At this price point I expect better: Less noise, better beef and flawless service.

Pho and seafood boil in one place is a win win! When you can choose one, get both!…read more The clams cooked with lemon grass and jalapeños was one of our favorites! The clams tasted super fresh. You must try the salt and pepper squid! On the menu it says there's only certain days for certain dishes so be on the look out for that. The staff were super friendly. If you've ever been to a Vietnamese restaurant in Cali or FL the vibes are vibin' IYKYK.

Been wanting to try this place for many years and had time to go finally…read more I didn't hate no love it. It was more mid for me. I did enjoy the smoothie with boba. I miss have smoothies/boba drinks made this way. I did like the huge menu because there are so many choices of options. I did like the scallion lobster although it was messy to eat. The flavor reminded me that that canned chop suey I ate as a child. I felt their prices were kind of high for the area. Just my personal option. I wasn't a huge fan of the pho broth, but I didn't hate it either. I'm indifferent bout it. But my noodles were very clumped together and hard to break apart to eat them in the soup. I would have preferred more white onion and not more green in the soup. The meat choice (brisket sliced beef) was ok. The price for the bowl was reasonable. The crab pho was not worth the price. This was over priced I feel. Maybe I would give them another try and try their traditional plates. The chicken quarters looked good and so did the seafood boils. Service was kinda slow. It took about 10 minutes for someone to come to our table and greet us. We got water and then we wait a little more time for a waiter. Overall the service was not bad. Our waiter was pretty cool. Restaurant wasn't dirty but there were some flies buzzing.

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

I wanted to try the seafood but I also wanted a burger and they had a BLT Shrimp burger which was…read morereally good! I got it with chips and salsa and their salsa was made in-house which was good but not as spicy as I thought it'd be as the waitress warned it to be. I had fries from my friend's plate and it was good but I prefer fat fries over skinny ones. My friends and I all got a chiller but one of us specifically got the Soft Serve Martini as seen on TikTok. Basically a Salted Caramel Martini as a chiller and our waitress said the bartenders do not love making those because it takes time but it would take the same amount of time for a chiller... That drink was the best out of all of ours. I had the Mudslide which was also good. I wish the chocolate was a little more incorporated other than the glass rimming. My friend also wished her White Russian had a bit more coffee flavoring. The restaurant itself has a really nice vibe and decorations. I love the booths with hooks on the side (which I didn't see till the end lol). It's also in a great spot in Royal Oak next to so many other cool places.

Great happy hour specials. The shrimp is like a full meal and comes with fries. The crab cakes…read moreare amazing. They also have beer specials. Small patio and cozy bar area.

I happened upon this place by accident. I don't know quite what to say, as it might be good…read morerelative to other places like it, but by almost all standards, it's not good. The ruben was slimy, the coney island was I'm not sure, and I can't remember what other mediocre food we ordered. And I think we were the first people to actually eat in here late at night. The main "dining room" was closed, and the security glass was tight.

this spot is known most for its breakfast. They have good breakfast. whenever ive had non…read morebreakfast food, it was meh (to me). But their omelets and grits are good. I like the turkey club omelet. Used to like the chicken one, but only if they chop it up good. If the pieces are too big, its not good. The only thing is, the place is dirty, and the neighborhood is dangerous. Ive been here many times though, but do keep aware of your surroundings.

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!

TigerLily offers an extensive menu, featuring some excellent food. The service is friendly and…read moreprofessional, and the interior is spacious. The layout includes three bars: the main bar, the sushi bar, and the tiki bar. The crab rangoon cheese katsu sticks were as good as they sound. I was worried there wouldn't be much crab, but that wasn't the case. The lobster tail robata was easy to peel, and complemented well by its accompaniments. The pork belly robata was tender, while the tare added some sweetness. Of the two, I preferred the pork belly. I've had four of the six bao buns. The chicken had a char flavor, and the steak sauce added some welcome moisture. The filet was tender, with a bold but not overbearing garlic aioli. The pork belly was also tender, glazed with a sweet honey, and balanced by some savory pickles. The sausage had a nice snap, and the Fresno peppers gave it a bit of a kick. The filet and pork belly were my two favorites. The sushi is some of the best I've had locally. The shikotsu roll (wagyu and bone marrow) was incredibly rich and buttery. $36 may seem steep, but it's the most memorable sushi roll I've ever had. The toro (fatty tuna) to caviar was also very impressive, and had soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Here's how I rank the nigiri I've tried: 1. Tamago (omelette) 2. Madai (sea bream) 3. Aji (horse mackerel) 4. Shima Aji (striped jack) 5. Ikura (salmon roe) 6. Uni (sea urchin) Lastly, for dessert, I've had the key lime pie. It was remarkably fluffy and honestly one of the best slices I've had. Simply put, TigerLily blew me away. I can confidently say it's one of my favorite restaurants in the Metro Detroit area. I'll be back soon to try the brunch, noodle, and sandwich options.

One of the best brunches in Ferndale. Unfortunately it's few and far between these days…read more Good breakfast potatoes are hard to find. These are smokey and salted accordingly. I am not great with Asian seasonings so unsure which ones they use. The ham is sweet so the Benedict is a great mix of sweet, smokey, and savory. Definitely the best I've had. I love the pancakes here. There is something unique about them I can't put my finger on. The syrup is also really good. They're even good warmed up the next day. Bloody Mary is nothing special. I wish they'd do something unique like a wasabi or kimchi version. We've been here twice for just brunch. One of my favorite places. If they had a mimosa deal, it'd be perfect.

It's been almost 8 years since my last review of Mabel Gray, so I figured I was overdue for an…read moreupdate for what I think is THE most consistently great high-end restaurant in metro Detroit. From the incredible food (favorites this past time were the cooked oysters, mustard chicken cutlet, and key lime pie), to the attentive service, to the great cocktail list, to the amazing sommelier (Paulina) and my favorite Champagne list in Michigan, to the relaxed vibe despite all of the above, this place is truly something special. Truly a must-visit for any foodies and wine aficionados living in or visiting the area.

I had the mushroom soup and cajun smashed potatoes with a fruity mocktail. The soup was velvety…read moresmooth and tasted delicious. The potatoes were tasty as well and of course, the mocktail was really good. My server was very informative about the dishes I ordered (seeing it was my first time dining here) and friendly. The ambiance was mellow, but there were still a lot of customers (which says a lot about the food and service). I will definitely come back.

1st of all, kudos to Adam who made me an Appletini with a cherry instead of an olive like most bars…read morewithout me asking! With that being said, this place(aka as Echelon lounge) is a nice cool place with plenty of comfortable seating for parties, small get togethers,or just to chill. There are small intimate areas that can be rented as well. There is a dance floor that on Tuesdays and Wed has hustle classes. There are also several food and drink menus for those to enjoy. So stop on by and enjoy the drinks, food, ambience, dancing, karaoke, and maybe some dance classes.

The Newest and Hottest Club for Chicago Steppin' Please…read morejoin DAMMIT! I Just Wanna Step every 1st Sunday from 5pm-10pm. The Set features a rotating DJ format. The Blue Finn Bar & Grill is a large spacious facility with two dance floors available. Offering a great atmosphere for getting your Step On, Networking and having lots of Fun. Before the Sunday Steppers Set come early to enjoy a very low priced buffet style Brunch with excellent food choices that runs from 1pm-5pm (every Sunday). You have got to try my favorite, the freshly prepared omelets. Check out the Blue Finn you won't be disappointed! See you on the Dance Floor!