A friend of mine has been talking about this place for years. She always talked about how it was a…read moresmall family business and the food is amazing. So finally while she was in town we called up to see if they were open and if we could get a reservation. We got in on a Friday and with that you can use a Groupon. When we got in the place was just in the small dining room. The tables were set far apart, so for people who do not want to be close to others this helps. We ended up ordering and getting drinks. The server was super nice and gave his recommendations. The food was amazing and so was the wine. They have authentic food. I would definitely recommend this place for their food. It is tucked away in the corner so hard to find but when you do, you will keep coming back.

I have never had a bad experience at The Fiddler!…read more Valentine's Day. No reservation. Needed to use a prix fixe GroupOn before it expired. We expected to be turned away. The host frowned a bit, said we are full tonite, but I can make this work. Yay! Waiter was attentive, knowledgeable, professional and anticipated all of our needs. I ordered the lamb chops, medium rare. She ordered the chicken. Both were excellent. The borshch was delightful. The potatoes were perfectly cube'd and roasted. The dessert was fine; but not memorable. Frankly; I cannot remember what we shared. The restroom was spotless. Will I return? Oh, hell yes!

Without a doubt, one of the most unique places, one will ever find in any of the known universes…read more This is fine dining at its best The Royal eagle is connected to a Russian orthodox monastery and a staffed by volunteers who are just as delightful as can be All the proceeds go into the church and it's not cheap but it's some of the best courses you will ever have On a very short list of the most unique experiences in the Detroit Metro area or even the world (!). This ranks very high. You are surrounded by Russian orthodox art, and in the summertime lovely gardens This time when we went, it was Christmas time, and there was music played on the piano and delightful courses. Very time-consuming and very expensive, but it was heaven from start to finish. No alcohol is served, but you are allowed to bring wine, which can then be served at the table Do not miss it !

Royal Tea What a wonderful experience! The grounds and…read moreatmosphere are amazing. The music and dining area was fantastic and transported me to a peaceful place. There were 4 courses during the Royal Tea luncheon. I selected the Blackberry Bellini tea offering. Each participant received their own unique teapot and tea leaves. We started with soup, topped with beet sprouts. Next, we were given 6 different tea sandwiches. Some were sweet, others savory, and fresh! The Chicken Paprika with side salad was delicious. Everything was seasoned well. Finally, there were two desserts. One scone and a mini bundt chocolate dessert that was to LIVE for. Service was wonderful, thanks Bianca! There was one server, so patience was a must. Don't miss this experience!

The food is always very freshly made and the service warm and welcoming. Don't dare look at the…read moredesserts for sale at the check out counter-you will end up buying one and then you'll buy one every single time you visit this delicious place.

Nice Deli style restaurant located on Orchard lake Rd in Keego Harbor. I used to come to this…read morerestaurant way back when, when there were a lot less choices for where to eat in West Bloomfield at that time. Back then, Tony's then known as Daves Deli/Embers did a pretty good job for breakfast and I was pleased to see that they still do after all these years. For my return meal here I ended up getting the Two Egg Grandslam for $9.99 that had Two eggs cooked to order, hash browns, toast and meat of choice. The eggs were well cooked, with four pieces of meat, a very generous portion of hash browns and a rye toast that is just simply the best in the area where it is the same as I remember from 30 years ago. Relative to staff and facility, it is definately not a newer contemporary facility that many of the restaurants are in the area but is a tad more dated/rustic. Having said that it is defiantely clean and being well maintained where I was totally fine with the environment. Relative to staff, it felt like being at home as you could clearly hear the staff talking/arguing in the background (in a friendly way) where you normally do not hear that in most restaurants in the area. My only gripe, which is fairly significant for me, was after giving me my first cup of coffee they never returned to top it off or refill it during my breakfast which is a big no no for me and really a deal breaker. Not sure if this is the norm but if this were to happen again I probably would not return. For the purposes of this review I did not ding them on this but if it were to happen again I would not return. Overall good food at very reasonable prices is hard to beat and assuming my refill issue was a one off I would definately return in the future.

We tried Zalman's last weekend during a staycation at the Kingsley. The food was great but I wanted…read moreto recognize and compliment the service. Mya was our server and she went above and beyond. One of our kids ordered french toast, and somehow we missed that it was topped with a fruit compote. When Mya stopped by the table she immediately saw that my daughter was not happy and asked if she should put a new order in. We declined because we wanted our daughter to try it before she made up her mind, and learn from the experience. Mya came back again and could tell that there was no way this kid was going to eat the french toast. She insisted on putting another order in, saying "I just want her to be happy", and it was clear that she truly meant it. Thank you for a wonderful breakfast - we will be back frequently!

I arrived at Zalman's alone for breakfast which is located within the Kingsley Hotel on iconic…read moreWoodward Avenue (highway #1!) and was greeted promptly by hostess, Sydney. I was a little disappointed initially to be seated at the short bar as it makes me feel like I'm in elementary school due to the height, but this was a busy Saturday morning so I understood as it seems there are limited 2-tops, etc and this visit was at peak hours. It was nice to see the daylight coming through the windows which also made this a relaxing venue. While I was sitting there I was able to observe a lot as the short bar is next to the case displaying many delicious treats. I really laughed to myself as I noticed a couple of future Yelper's (one was 2-year toddler and his probably 4-5 year old sister (possibly celebrating a birthday) make a prompt trip to checkout the dessert offerings first! They were obviously "regulars". I was greeted by one of the wait staff, Mya, who was friendly, served me a coffee and indicated my server would be with me soon. I appreciated seeing the teamwork among the staff. I was eventually served by Owen who was helpful and I ordered an egg white frittata which came with a side of mixed fresh fruit. While I was waiting on my food, I had a vantage point where I could see several entrees come out. I also witnessed one of the two Chefs smiling as he was looking at and preparing the orders which I found interesting. The frittata included spinach, tomatoes, goat cheese, apple chicken sausage, and was delicious. I was still a little hungry, so I realized the future Yelpers mentioned earlier had it right, and I ordered a carrot cake cupcake which Owen mentioned was a good choice. The frosting was delicious and the moist carrot cake was tasty as well. The overall restaurant was hustling and bustling on this morning, I had my coffee cup refilled multiple times and even noticed additional children observing the case with the desserts. I enjoyed the overall experience and did not feel rushed at all, but more like a customer!

Very fancy..Love the place!! Super cute Mozart place!! My grandma says it hasn't changed in 30…read moreyears..The food is so tasty!! Come here!!

I wanted to take myself out once during this business trip. I knew I wanted something different…read more That I did not want pizzas, steaks, or burgers. I was looking for a nice sit down restaurant that can allow me to be present and enjoy the quiet ambiance as opposed to chitter/chatter and general noise. I read that reservations are needed. I called Tuesday night and asked if I can get a table w/o one. The gentleman that took the call was very polite and said I can absolutely come in. This was pretty much next to the bookstore I went to on Monday. I didn't even know because I was too wrapped up in the book that I just purchased. I rarely do things like this because I feel guilty for enjoying myself on a work trip. That I away from my kids and my cats. I was seated right away. Service was spectacular. I did not get his name. I enjoyed our exchange. He shared that he lived in San Diego before moving back and checked on me throughout my dining experience. I ordered the kielbasa from the appetizer menu. The grilled onions, pickles, fresh carrots and purple cabbage, especially the mustard made the kielbasa so succulent and savory. I have been craving for pierogi so that was what I ordered as my main entree. I had one of each flavor that they offer. It was a surprise w/ each bite because I did not know which was which. I was surprised I didn't devour the plate. My entree came w/ a fresh salad w/ house made ranch and house made roll (dense but airy!). After I ordered, I marveled at the decor. That rustic and historic vibe. There was a frame that holds music notes from Mozart and a piano to my left. I love how serene and intimate this restaurant was. I only took my phone out to take pictures of my food because I wanted to enjoy the solitude I seldom get to have. Come here! Take yourself out! You deserve it. Great food. Great atmosphere. Great service!

I've been visiting this Polish market for 20 years or so, and every December it feels like a minor…read morepilgrimage to get ready for Christmas. The moment you walk through the door, the familiar smells bring back memories of my grandmother's house. They truly have everything: dry goods, a wide selection of pierogi, refrigerated items, fresh breads and baked goods, a full grocery section, and an incredible deli counter. Most of it comes straight from Poland, which makes the experience feel even more authentic. Christmas week can get busy, but they do their best to staff up, and while there's usually a line, it moves quickly enough. If you're looking for a genuine taste of Polish culture, this place is absolutely worth the visit.

We have been here many times and my wife enjoys the stuff cabbage which is still very good. Today I…read moreordered my usual kielbasa and sauerkraut both as to go orders. There was way too much sauerkraut and very little small slivers of kielbasa that looked old, tasted bland and totally destroyed my ever wanting to order it again. To think we drive all the way from Livonia for Naught. What a shame.

I came here after work because I didn't feel like cooking. I wanted some more of their pierogies…read morethat I had at a Yelp event I attended before. Instead, I got the potato cakes topped with smoked salmon. I absolutely loved the cabbage I got here last time so I ordered a side of that. It is soooooo good but they give you only a small portion. I guess that's to keep you coming back. It is absolutely delicious. The potatoes cakes are huge!!! You only need one. I save the rest for breakfast the next few days. Service was fast because there weren't many ppl in there at all. I got my order to go.

Food here is overpriced for the quality. I think it's been getting by on the nostalgia and senior…read morediscount. My goulash was just kind of bland pot roast on potato dumplings, with green beans out of a can. The smoked kielbasa in the combo platter was very good, the stuffed cabbage was serviceable. Not much to say on anything else. Coming from a Polish family, I know home cooked stuff can be so much better. I will say their portions are quite generous and the Bloody Mary is pretty good. I'd rather go to Polish Village or crack open the family recipe book at home.

31 years. I have been dining at CC for 30+ years…read more I went for their stroganoff, but shrimp and crawfish pasta was among the specials. I order the stroganoff to-go and ate the S&C pasta in-house. Excellent! Service is attentive without being obsequious. The ambiance is shotgun diner. Dining room and unisex bathroom are both clean. Will I return? Absolutely, yes.

Picture a small suite in a strip mall, in a city a mile north of Detroit. Well established, it's…read morebeen here for ages. No reservations. A few modest tables and carry-out. A true example of "don't judge a book by its cover". We walk in, non peak, with eight folks and they have no issues with us. Quickly seated, orders taken, food delivered. Bam bam bam! The staff has always been great to us and now to our friends. The food is off-the-chain delicious. primarily Ukrainian fair, but you can find several other options and there's ALWAYS something for everyone. For the first five years I came here I ordered Christine's Famous Bomb Burrito. It's that good and I wasn't going to dive into the questionable stuff on the menu. Shame on me! Baba's Pierogis and their Potato Pancakes are wonderful but I recommend the Combo Platter so you can also experience the sausage and the sauerkraut (Kapusta). A quick chuckle: Mrs. E. only eats cold borscht. So we order it and it cools on the table and becomes our dessert. Most everyone I introduce to Christine's become regulars and it ain't because of me! 08/25

I'm learning how legendary this place is. Confusion exists…read morethat they have their own address that's different from the Heidelberg, yet, are assumed the same business. I couldn't get a definitive answer, but I think they probably belong separated. Why this isn't more popular is beyond me. Just like the restaurant above, it is a typical traditional look and feel of a Rathskeller. IDK if old Bavarian pubs had giant Jenga, but The Rathskeller does have dart boards and plenty of seating for alcohol influenced socializing. Great German and domestic beers, decent mixed drinks and a serious collection of different liquors. A pretty vast menu of signature cocktails to help you. The Rathskeller is a cozy, intimate dive to have a legitimate chill with your peeps and a few drinks. 11/24

The food and beer were traditional and delicious. Atmosphere is legit too. Service was excellent…read moreand they were very busy.

Thomas's has become a reliable spot for my family. The staff is always nice and service is prompt…read more The dessert case at the entry greets you and gets you ready for some old school style service and food. They offer everything from sandwiches and breakfast to traditional Polish dishes. My wife ordered the grilled chicken dinner with mashed potatoes, squash, and a side salad. The grilled chicken was really good, not your average diner chicken. I ordered a Cobb salad and it was super yummy and filling. Everything was very fresh and definitely homemade. I wish I would have written down my waitresses name, because she was spunky and amazing. We will definitely be back. If you roll through Livonia, stop in.

Friendly staff serves up hot food quickly. This place is always busy so you know ingredients are…read morefresh. Decent sized menu with a variety of options. The one comment I must make is the cleanliness. It's outstanding. Usually you can tell a lot about a place from the restroom. It was very clean, even the floors. The attention to detail for an enjoyable experience was displayed by the hand sanitizer spray on every table, or when my syrup arrived nice and warm. Cozy and clean with hearty food - recommend.