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    Charles's Starting Gate Bar

    4.1 (7 reviews)

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    Ale Mary's Beer Hall

    Ale Mary's Beer Hall

    3.6
    (780 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    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 ordered the CKN & Waffles. It was lackluster at best. I tried the CKN separately, as well as the…read morewaffles to taste the flavor. Both had no distinctive taste outside of breading/dough flavor. I then tried them together and the blandness was compounded. I was extremely hungry, but could only stomach just over one waffle and one chicken strip. The presentation was nice and Ckn was crispy. Additional seasoning could take the dish to something more than just nice presentation.

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    Ye Olde Saloon

    Ye Olde Saloon

    4.0
    (156 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    Ye Olde Saloon is an absolute Royal Oak classic. This place has been around since 1975--I was five…read moreyears old when it opened--and it's still going strong for a reason. Incredible burgers, great drinks, and that perfect old-school dive bar vibe you just can't fake. It's the kind of place that feels comfortable the second you walk in. The atmosphere is always solid, and the staff is amazing--friendly, attentive, and clearly proud of the place. Whether you're grabbing a burger, having a few drinks, or just soaking in the history, Ye Olde Saloon never disappoints. If you're in downtown Royal Oak and haven't been here, you're seriously missing out.

    Food was way off tonight. Came in with my girl for a couple burgers and fries. No biggie, or so I…read morethought. Both mine and my ladiy's burger were ordered medium rare; what we received resembled two NHL hockey pucks, only slightly warmer on a sloppy, sogggy bun. UNEDIBLE. Gross. We showed the barkeep and she agreed to have th re-made. Fast forward another 20 minutes and they were over-cooked again. I haven't experienced this here ever before. Something seemed off. Caitlyn, the barkeep took care of our drinks for the inconvenience. Upon leaving, I saw the "cook" outside smoking a cigarette and sipping off a flask. I love this place, but if your kitchen staff can't hold it together, maybe it's time to look at other options. Thanks to Caitlyn for being as accommodating as possible. Next time I'll order something no-brainer, like some tatertots.

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    Mesa Tacos and Tequila

    Mesa Tacos and Tequila

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    Ambiance is cool, colorful and fun. The decor is festive and funky. The patio area is huge with…read moreplenty of seating. The restaurant has good vibes and energy. A nice bar area and plenty of space for people inside. Service is good and the staff were friendly and helpful. Just watch your bill as I noticed an extra item that wasn't mine. It belong to another table and they quickly removed it and corrected my bill. Let's talk food...the shrimp quesadillas were yummy. The shrimp were well seasoned and the quesadillas were nice and cheesy, with pico and sour cream. The birria ramen with a taco was interesting. The birria taco wasn't bad. I enjoyed the cheese and taco shell. The ramen was cooked well. It fell a bit short on flavor for me. I really think I'm not a fan of birria. It's something about the shredded meat. The portion was generous. It was a unique experience and I enjoyed trying something new. The margaritas were great and full of flavor and tequila. I enjoyed these more than the food. Overall a good experience. It's a bit pricey, but it's in an area full of bars, restaurants and boutiques. A cute artsy and cool area. Parking can be challenging. I would definitely go back for cocktails.

    I had a great time at Mesa. Went in for Taco Tuesday, the food was fantastic and Bella, our server,…read morewas awesome. Got our orders just right, always checked in to make sure everything was good and was very pleasant and easy to talk to. Will definitely be going back. 10 stars out of 5!!

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