Why is this place so good?!? I've tried a lot of tiki places and finally came to a personal…read moreconclusion that the only ones worth going to are on the west coast. I know, I know, there are good ones elsewhere, but it really seems like you have to go to California for the real deal. Well, those of you for whom South Lyon, Michigan is a frequent destination are in luck. Waycaster is the real deal. Of course it'll hard to find, what with the two other buildings in town, but hopefully the massive public transit system will help you out here. (Totally not making fun of the town- I live in a small town and only wish I had a tiki bar!) Seriously, if you're anywhere near it, or even if you can manage to lengthen your DTW layover and get a one day rental car, go check it out.

More magic on a random weekday with Michael and Jonathan. I will use any excuse to drive an hour…read morejust to visit this special bar. Waycaster is outstanding. From authentic decor to music to seating options and last but not least perfectly crafted tiki cocktails! The most beautifully displayed private collection placed in a bar. The space has doubled and the new side is open. It's lovely and perfect for larger groups (or more intimate tables). Already planning the private party I'd love to host here. Thank you for letting strangers into what feels like a private tiki venue. Chill, relaxing, and in. Escapism at its very best!

Mai Tiki in Ferndale is such a great spot. It's the speakeasy connected to Tiger Lilly, and the…read morewhole place is lively and energetic. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Every recommendation they gave us was excellent, but honestly everything we saw on the menu or walk by looked incredible. I had the sticky shrimp bao buns, edamame, pork belly ramen, the dragon roll, and the spicy tuna roll (shared b/c it's a lot of food. lol). Every dish was packed with flavor. The bao buns were amazing, the pork belly ramen was rich and comforting and such a large portion, and both sushi rolls were super fresh and really well done. One of the coolest parts is that it's a hidden speakeasy space connected to Tiger Lilly. You get the same incredible food menu but with even more drink options, which makes the experience even better. If you're going with friends and want to share a bunch of different things, this is the perfect place to do it. Everything we ordered was fantastic and it made for such a fun dinner.

Thank you to Will and André for amazing service! They are very kind, attentive and fun. They offer…read moregreat recommendations and bring positive vibes. Located in the back of Tigerlily restaurant, this space is fun and swanky. I love all the lights and decor. It has a speakeasy vibe and excellent tiki cocktails. The best Mai Thai I've ever had! The painkiller is creamy and delightful too! My friend enjoyed the Mamoru, which is like an espresso martini. They also offer refreshing mocktails. The Bulma is like a yummy spa water, with cucumber, jalapeño, lemon, and sparkling water. This place is also a great option if you can't get a reservation at Tigerlily because you still have access to the entire menu, which is amazing. I love the Shikotsu Roll! So flavorful with the wagyu, bone marrow, avocado, cucumber, shallots, garlic, and egg. The Tigerlily roll is also bursting with flavors and textures. The fried Brussels are so good!!!! Wow!! Almond, cashew, Korean bbq, and honey mustard mixed in with perfectly fried brussel sprouts. The Hibachi Lobster Roll Sando is fantastic! The Japanese milk bread is so tasty and the warm lobster is perfect. Comfy seating and just a wonderful atmosphere. My best friend and I had a wonderful experience here. We can't wait to come back!

I have been meaning to go here for years and now regret not having tried it sooner! Came here early…read moreon a Saturday night and it was extremely chill. The wait staff, especially Molly, was extremely nice and welcoming! To the point where I thought she wanted my name for the tag but nope, just to be able to call us both by name! We tried the rum run, old fashion, red sangria, rackham's dip and fowl play (wings). The drinks are good and the food is fabulous! Guard-your -dip -from -your -partner level fabulous. Every day there is happy hour specials until 7. I can't wait to come back and try more of the menu.

Solid tiki adjacent bar that has all the good vibes…read more Bartenders are friendly. Drinks are pretty good. Some too sweet. The gin skiff might be my new fav. Local Michigan liberator gin and sour. They have happy hour too. Huge parking lot and street parking too if that's full. Pool table, sometimes live bands, tv screens. Smokehouse bbq inside and they have yummy plant based options too!

We were both out early yesterday, and stopped here for a drink by the water…read more This place has been around for a number of years, and has a porch that actually sits over the water on Walled Lake. We ordered the chicken nachos and a couple of drinks, and enjoyed the view. This is a come as you are place, and has pretty good food from what I could see. I'll be back to work my way around their menu! Service was ok, but he was training someone, which is normally distracting. We understood, everybody has to learn. Great view and always busy!

The nachos were gross if I could give them zero stars I would. The meat was bland, the cheese…read moretasted like chemicals and guacamole was turning but it tasted like they were trying to save it with tons of lime. Chips- not good. I wouldn't send these to my worst enemy. I'm not sure how someone can make nachos taste terrible. Sad. Save your money cook nachos at home ! My BF had the perch dinner and said it would be an 8 out of 10 stars. We sat at the bar- it was fine - we watched some sports. There were quite a few drunks being loud. Manny was the bartender - he was working the rail and also people at tables. He seemed to know everyone . He wasn't overly nice but he wasn't bad. The vibe was sort of like a basement bar - we sat to the right of the front door. I like $4 bottle beers I would try this place again in the warmer months for a beer but I really have zero desire to ever eat here again.

Hidden gem south of the main drag in Ferndale…read more Lots of street parking and easy to find. Follow the music and look for people on the patio. This open air, intimate bar was the perfect stop when strolling after dinner. It's tiki adjacent and I'd agree with that based on the yummy painkiller they serve. Really it's just a fun bar with something for everyone on the menu. From whiskey to beer, they have it. Ordering is easy from the one long bar. Tables or lounge chairs available.

Very good bar with a wide selection of original beers and alcohol with plenty of outdoor patio…read moreseating. Prompt and effective service. Atmosphere is also great. Recommended! Also it's not permanently closed - it's open and was open on June 12th!

The location of this restaurant is not easy to spot from the road so you have to know you are…read moreheading there. I went with a large group of ladies and several were local to the area. This restaurant is right on the water / lake st Clair and you have to drive down the entry all the way to the water to find it. The menu is very interesting with unusual choices so I can't even say what type of food it has. I got a bbq chicken salad with pulled chicken, some people got fish and chips, others got bacon burgers and some got Mexican food. So go figure. We had one waitress for 25 of us and she gave us awesome service. The reason I only gave 3 stars is really because the food choices were not my favorite, but if you have a boat it's right on the water. If you like the type of food they serve, then you will probably really like it. Everyone liked their food. So don't judge by me if you like their food choices. Just look at the menu first.

Great service. Good atmosphere. Best Clam Chowder I ever had. Love the dogs. Will definitely go…read moreback for the Chowder.

We hosted our office holiday luncheon at The Oakland, and it could not have been a better…read moreexperience. During this time of year, they transform the space with their Miracle pop-up, which made the atmosphere absolutely perfect for a festive work event. Even though it's their busiest season, they were incredibly accommodating and allowed us to host our luncheon. The Owner and General Manager were both extremely responsive and helpful from start to finish. They offered thoughtful suggestions on catering and the ideal setup, and patiently answered every question I had along the way. The staff was outstanding--attentive, friendly, and genuinely funny--which made the entire experience even more enjoyable. Everyone had a fantastic time and couldn't stop talking about the ambience. Truly a 10/10 experience. Highly recommend for both private events and a great night out!

We stopped in on a Saturday evening and this place was already busy and packed. Luckily, we found a…read morespot at the bar where service was a little slow but friendly. My espresso martini was simply average. However, my husband's drink was absolutely delicious. It was called a Naruto's Express.

I have been to this establishment a few times and honestly I'm a bit iffy about it. I love the…read moreambiance of all the cute rubber ducks and the price is great for the drinks and food. The drinks are a bit on the stronger side and the ribs I got were fall off the bone and delicious. However, the servers can be pretty rude. For this visit, as soon as we got our server was a bit snappy and rude. She demanded to see all of our ids (before we even had ordered any drinks) and cut me off when I was speaking. It was a bit unfortunate how we were spoken to just because we looked younger. Her tone immediately switched up after seeing our ages. I just wish people didn't immediately assume the worst. They seem to treat their regulars a lot nicer.

We had a good time at the Rubber Duck. We actually both ordered Taco Salads. They serve it was a…read moreprepackaged guacamole. I really would have loved some fresh guacamole. The shrimp cocktail was good and the cocktail sauce has a little zip to it. Drinks were decent, too.

Came here specifically to see Wild Kratts Live with the kiddos. Pretty standard set up. Nothing…read morebad, nothing amazing. Concessions were pretty basic. Parking lot next door was full but found street parking not too far away. Staff helped us found our seats. Again, not too much to write about but worked for what we needed.

It seems impossible that I was originally against building this event centre in the core of the…read morecity but I'm more than willing to admit how wrong I was. Bud Gardens is clearly the heart and meeting place of the city. Between Knights games. Lightning, concerts and other special events rarely a week goes by that I don't end up here. It's a solid venue and the staff are mostly friendly and helpful. the food and beers may be a bit on the pricey side but what do you expect at an event venue. While it may likely always be the JLC to me - this Buds for you. Well ... for all of us.

Great bar, Zach and Alyssa We're absolutely fantastic!, they are both amazing we didn't have to…read morewait for anything. The drinks were great atmosphere and the food was also great.

Visited over Labor Day weekend and the place was slammed with guests. Ordered a pepperoni pizza to…read morego. Bar staff were friendly and quick at managing the overload of customers. I was given a good estimate on the wait time for my pizza and settled in with a beer. Pizza came out of the kitchen when I was expecting it. The pie was delicious and perfectly cooked, a far cry from my most recent experience in June when it was a soggy inedible mess. This pie was great and commend the bar and food prep staff for their excellent service on this busy evening.