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    Cafe ML

    3.8 (237 reviews)
    ModerateCafes, New American
    Closed 2:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Trendy
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Steak Frites
    Karoly S.

    Lemon Rice Chicken is a perfect treat for a cold day, or any day to be honest. Simply delicious! Also, their Brussels sprouts are a must. We ordered the walleye and it was good. It's served on a bed of potato's with a wine sauce. Their lamb shank plate is definitely a shareable plate and the steak and frites comes with a good size piece and is very flavorful. This place has great drinks, a cool patio area and their staff is knowledgeable and super welcoming and accommodating for big parties. Check out their daily specials and happy hour.

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    Gabi M.

    When both my friend (Ali K) and my mom (Judy K) suggested Cafe ML for dinner for our party of five on a Tuesday night (tonight), I made a reservation immediately, because... well how often do you get a group of five women to agree on a restaurant that easily? It was no problem to accommodate us, so when we walked in around 6:15 to a very jam packed restaurant on the eve of a major snowstorm, I was pleasantly surprised! Service was spot on as were the drinks, food and company... We started with edamame, hummus and brussels sprouts appetizers and had a mix of fatoush salads, burger and fries for entrees. We were too full for dessert, but we did sit and talk for awhile and didn't feel rushed at all. I would absolutely return to Cafe ML with kids, friends, or for a date night...

    Patio seating
    David M.

    We originally wanted to meet some friends here for lunch but they had conflicts so we did it by ourselves. They open at 2pm so it's a late lunch at that but we were out and about anyway and it didn't really matter to us. After a friendly greeting we were told that they currently offer dine in inside or patio and it was a nice mild day so we decided to try the Patio. It was comfortable and not too busy when we were there so customers were seated at reasonable distances from each other. There were heaters above that were a bit too warm for that mild weather but would be comfortable if it was much colder. They also limit group size to six for now. We had been studying the Yelp reviews, photos, and menus for a while leading up to our visit. Unfortunately, two of the dishes my wife had selected from photos were not currently on the menu so she took another look for something else to order! I didn't have any problem as I was going to order the ML Burger because it seemed like a popular item based on the number of photos and descriptions. I also ordered the Korean Fried Chicken (KFC) minus the Cashews due to allergies. My wife decided on the Singapore Noodle Bowl with Tofu and we went into anticipation mode! The KFC came out fairly quickly so we got started. These are boneless almost like Chicken Tenders and had a little spicy sauce that my wife didn't really care for, but I liked it. It is served with some sauced Cucumber slices that help offset the heat. Then our main dishes arrived and we continued. The ML Burger and Fries definitely deserves the hype. I ordered it medium and that's exactly what I got. With Truffle Cheese and Truffle Aioli I was concerned it might be too strong but the flavors were nicely balanced; and I really enjoyed the Fries as well. The Singapore Noodle Bowl my wife said was disappointing and lacked flavor. I tasted it and have to say I agree, of course that's compared with one of the best Burgers I've had in years. Cafe ML has a very eclectic menu that is changed up periodically with a nice selection of interesting choices along with helpful and friendly service. I can definitely vouch for the KFC and the ML Burger!

    Geoffrey V.

    Posting an update from my Son's valentine's day visit with the gift certificate the owner sent to encourage me to give them another try. Ahi tuna- excellent. Perfect amount of acid and sweetness balanced with salt. The small diced cucumber and red onion gave it an excellent texture and the crispy wontons gave it a much needed crunch Korean fried chicken- perfection. Smokey and spicy, crispy enough to hold all of the sauce without getting soggy and the marinated cucumbers help cut through the heat perfectly. Baked feta- a salt bomb in the best way. The roasted peppers adds the sweetness needed to help mellow out all the salt from the olives, capers, and feta Shrimp pad Thai- very good. We ordered it at a medium spice level but didn't seem to have much kick at all. Flavors were balanced nicely and shrimp was cook perfectly Singapore street noodles with chicken- also very good. Chicken was incredibly tender and packed with flavors. The noodles were cooked perfectly and still had a good bite to them. The sauce was excellent with great flavors and consistency. Red velvet cake-fantastic. Perfectly soft and very moist. The frosting was delicious and the marinated strawberries almost made us lick the plate clean. Gin Martini- excellent Server Sharon and bartender James were awesome and very friendly!!

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    The food looks good but have been disappointed with 3 different visits. 3 strikes your out ML.

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    Food was great. Pad Thai 10/10. Service was great. Seated right away with reservation. Plenty of wine to choose from!

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    2 years ago

    Food was delicious, staff was friendly, the ambiance was perfect! Will be going back soon!

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    2 years ago

    Amazing atmosphere and the food was phenomenal. Same with the drinks. Chance was a great waitress

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    We want to like this place - the location is good, nice bar, but no matter how many times we try ML, we just don't care for the food.

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    Food was sub par, service was sub par, location is sub par (in a shopping strip) not worth it

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    Ask the Community - Cafe ML

    Do they have a private room?

    Cafe ML does not have a private room, they open later and can accommodate private parties prior to opening. The Roberts Restaurant Group also has Roadside B&G 248-858-7270, which has a private dining room.

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    4.3(34 reviews)
    2.4 miDowntown Birmingham

    This is my favorite cafe in Michigan!! I swear I was in there at least 2x a week. The food and…read morecoffee is so fresh and tasty, you can definitely tell the quality is high. My favorite go to is the iced rose cardamom latte and their breakfast brioche sandwich. Just recently tried their cookies as well and it's unreal. The staff is super friendly and the cafe itself is so cute. The outdoor patio area in the spring/summer is my favorite place to sit and relax during lunch.

    Upon arriving, it took a little while before anyone came over to help us, but once we made it to…read morethe ordering counter, the atmosphere really started to live up to the café's name and charm. Will was phenomenal and truly made the experience. He was incredibly helpful while assisting with our order and his energy elevated the whole visit. He also shared that everything is made in house, which made the experience feel even more special. We ordered the Chicken Masala Sandwich, an Affogato, and a chocolate chip cookie. The Chicken Masala sandwich was absolutely delicious. The flavor profile tasted clean, fresh, and thoughtfully crafted. For the Affogato, we sampled several ice cream flavors before landing on vanilla, cookie butter, and dark chocolate. The cookie butter was the standout and absolutely phenomenal, but honestly any of the options would have been a great choice. The chocolate chip cookie was also incredible. I warmed it up in the oven after getting home and it completely took it to another level. If I had one recommendation, it would be offering warmed cookies in house because that made it next level. Overall, a great experience with standout food and exceptional service. Will alone made us want to come back.

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    Interior

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    Cannelle Patisserie - Inside Friday 6:30am 4/5/2024

    Cannelle Patisserie

    4.5(364 reviews)
    3.4 mi
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    If you want to treat yourself to a little self care then I'd head over here for the most divine…read morepastries and beverages ever. We've been here several times on the weekend (even with the kids). The line is never too long, although it can look long but it moves quickly. All the pastries are in the refrigerated case or sitting atop of the counter for you to ogle and salivate at while you patiently wait to give your order. Everything we've tried has been delicious, almost too decadent from the cakes to croissants to sandwiches. We've also had their coffees and hot chocolate. Can't go wrong with a handcrafted beverage to warm you up or cool you down. They do provide a water carafe on the house you just have to go up and get water yourself either way the cups provided. There is a side register near the exit, not sure if that's just for coffee or pickups. Haven't investigated that yet. They have some seating inside of tables and bar seating but nothing more the a 2-3 seats per table, not a place for a large group. Outside on the patio they have large umbrellas and heat lamps depending on the weather. It's also better luck to find a table that can accommodate 4 outside, although the tables are small cafe tables to it's a little cramped for 4, perfect for 2-3. They have low and high top tables available. If you do have a larger group, there is a park a block and a half up Eton that has picnic tables and benches so you can always take your treasures to go and enjoy some people watching at the park. Ample parking is available in the lot just make sure you go in the correct driveway at the north end since it's a one way in/out situation.

    This place is Michelin quality. I bit into a chocolate almond croissant, and almost fell to my…read moreknees in a religious experience. I then went back in and bought 150$ of croissants for my family and neighbors just so everyone would understand how amazing this place is. The lattes were delicious and the chai was to die for. The type of Bakery, you would sit and enjoy the ambience and the amazing smells. And the service was efficient, friendly, and a pleasure to be around.

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    Cannelle Patisserie - Pistachio chocolate croissant ($7) and almond croissant $5.50) not flaky, but still delicious.

    Pistachio chocolate croissant ($7) and almond croissant $5.50) not flaky, but still delicious.

    Cannelle Patisserie - Inside Friday 6:30am 4/5/2024

    Inside Friday 6:30am 4/5/2024

    Cannelle Patisserie - French Croquent. It's so yummy and rich. I love the crunch.

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    Hudson's Place - Muffin

    Hudson's Place

    4.0(45 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    I loved my visit to Hudson's Place! I got both a slice of thin crust pesto pizza and iced americano…read morewith cold foam. The pizza came out piping hot on the most delicious dough. The colorful, pesto topping was extremely addicting and made the pizza slice aesthetically pleasing as well. I ordered an iced americano with their vanilla cold foam. My drink was beautiful to look at and was the perfect balance of delicious cream and and coffee. The service was friendly and efficient. Despite the very long line of customers on a Saturday morning (which just speaks to how popular they are!), the staff were efficient in getting orders out. Next time, I hope to try their other cold foam flavors as well as their other pizza flavors. I appreciate that there was a small parking lot in front of the shop as well for customers. Will definitely be back!

    I tried Hudson's Place for the birthday cake latte and it was fantastic. The latte itself was…read moredelicious, but the cold foam really made the drink. The flavor was so good that I could easily see myself wanting it every day. That said, it's definitely on the expensive side for a latte. I'd get it again as a special treat, but it's not something I could get regularly. The space is cute and modern, but it's definitely more of a grab-and-go type of spot. It's a small space with very limited seating and it gets pretty crowded, which is understandable given how popular it seems to be. Because of that, it's not really a place where you'd want to settle in to work or hang out for a while. The only seating available is a small counter by the window with a few stools, and the shop can feel a bit hectic when you first walk in. One thing I also appreciated was the bathroom. It was very nice, clean, and private, which is always a plus. Note: They start serving lunch (sandwiches, pizza) at 11:00 am.

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    St Roger Abbey - St Roger Abbey coffee / pastry shop

    St Roger Abbey

    4.6(21 reviews)
    2.4 miDowntown Birmingham

    Quaint coffee shop and bakery run by French Cathlic nuns in downtown Birmingham. The shop is clean…read moreand the tables are cute with wicker chairs and white tablecloths. The nuns are welcoming and happy to answer your questions. There's a good selection of sweet and savory selections. My companions enjoyed a mushroom crepe and apple pie. Being GF the selection was limited to two kinds of cake and creme brulee which is not my ideal choice for breakfast. Just keep that in mind if you have dietary restrictions. Otherwise everything was tasty. There are also religious souvenirs/gifts sold on premises as well as some food items such as jams and pickles.

    It's a French gourmet patisserie and coffee shop…read more Three nuns in full garb working behind the counter. One takes the orders and the other fulfills the orders. Lots of pastry items on display, packaged cookies, religious section too. The bakery goods and pastries don't look so good in person. Took a pass. Grabbed a small green tea (Steep) and a large oat milk latte. Their large coffee comes with two espresso shots, added one more shot. $11.77 All ingredients are organic. The green tea is super hot, really needs two sleeves. Took the top off to cool down the scalding water some. My husband said his oat milk latte isn't so good, he said he's good if we never come back at all. He was confused how a simple drink could come out so badly. My green tea tastes like Lipton, no hint of green tea flavoring to me.

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    Counter

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    St Roger Abbey

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    Zalman's On Woodward - Breakfast Biscuit Sandwich. Cheddar Chive Biscuit, Scrambled Eggs, Sausage instead of Bacon and Sharp Cheddar Cheese.

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    3.9(162 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    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!

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