When I first stumbled across this place, I was surprised by the high ratings. It basically looked…read morelike a pizza joint in a non-descript building wedged between a parking lot and 11 Mile Road - how good could it be? It could be 5 good! We sat outside by the parking lot, but they have a nice little area with big, comfortable tables. There's a QR code you can scan to see the whole menu, which was very handy, because the menu is huge! It took us a long time to scroll through the entire drink menu because there were so many choices! For dinner, we decided to get 12 inch pizza so we could try a bunch of different kinds. We thought that the barbecue chicken pizza was one of the best we've ever had! The pesto pizza was also outstanding!

This will be a regular spot for me!…read more Service, space and drinks were all excellent. The pizza dough is scrumptious (those who follow me know I'm picky about dough). The drink menu is extensive and definitely warrants more than one visit to try all of the ones you want. Great place for a group or if you want some quiet space to yourself. Looking forward to my next time.

This was my first time here and I really enjoyed it. The restaurant has a good, casual vibe with a…read morenice patio, full bar and a laid-back atmosphere. The parking lot is pretty small, but the service was good and the staff was friendly and welcoming. I ordered the wings with their special rub sauce along with fries, and everything was really good. Definitely a solid spot to come after work, grab a drink and chill, or just stop in when you want a good bite to eat without anything too fancy. I had a great experience and would definitely come back.

As a massive pastrami enthusiast, the Jenny Fix from Zingerman's is my absolute favorite sandwich…read morein the world, and I used to have it shipped to my office when I lived in LA. So I was incredibly excited to try The Oak Parker. I'd heard they make their pastrami in-house, which is a refreshing change of pace since most local spots (Zingerman's included) just use Sy Ginsberg. I ordered the Rachel, but unfortunately, it just didn't work for me. The pastrami was way too dry and honestly tasted much more like corned beef than true pastrami. On top of that, the Gruyère cheese didn't complement the meat well at all, leaving the overall composition of the sandwich feeling just okay. I really wanted to love their take, but this one missed the mark.

Without a doubt, the best corned beef hash I've ever had. Dane, the waiter, was great. Really a…read morenice looking place. The picture doesn't do it justice

I've had this place on my radar for quite a while, so we stopped in on a sunny Saturday morning…read morebefore heading to the Royal Oak Farmers Market, which is just a short away. They have a bunch of cute outdoor seating, so we asked to sit out there. Rachel was our server and she was great - very friendly and attentive! I ordered the Avocado Scramble, but I made a couple of modifications. Unfortunately they forgot to address them, but Rachel took care of that right away and the dish was very good. My wife had the Eggs Benedict, her favorite breakfast dish. She said it was very good and she particularly liked the potatoes that came with it. One final note (and this was not reflected in my rating): the seating in the outdoor section is pretty tight and a couple with a large dog was seated next to us. I'm not a big fan of people bringing dogs to restaurants, but if they are well behaved, I can deal with it. Unfortunately, at one point this dog got excited by a dog coming by on the sidewalk and jumped up and started barking at the others dog, just inches away from me. It was quite startling and its owner was not particularly apologetic. With such a confined space, I think this establishment may want to reconsider whether it allows dogs in their outdoor seating area.

Dining in and delivery has proved to be delicious, quaint and quality with staff and menu. Fresh…read morejuices are always a healthy, welcomed option for someone that doesn't drink, "Pop"... hehe Everything I've had has kept my interests and I'll keep coming back for more. Well done, OWL be seeing you!

This place was Wow!!!! We have been wanting to try this place for so long, but it never worked out…read moreuntil this weekend, and yes, we will be back with the rest of the fam! The people working here were so friendly and personable with literally everyone that walked in the door. The service was top notch. It is also the most adorable place giving vibes of Lamy's food counter at Henry Ford Museum. I loved all of the options on the menu and it was so hard just picking a couple items to try. We had chicken tacos. They were so good and so fresh, I loved the sauce on top. Honestly, I am not sure if it was cheese or a sour cream type mixture, but it was creamy and flavorful. I also had the torta which was absolutely incredible. It had the same chicken as the taco. The chicken was slow cooked or stewed and shredded and was so flavorful, like a homecooked chef's kiss. The bread was fresh. I loved the sauce poured over it, making it a dipped and soaked sandwich. The carrots and cilantro, sliced radishes and sliced fresh jalapenos added a level of crunch, freshness and deeper flavor profile. I would want to get this every time. We also tried their delicious "curly" fries, which were like julienned shoestring fries fired fresh. It seemed like every dish was made fresh and right in front of you. So worth it, plus the prices are great. I would love to try their fried chicken plate, their breakfast sandwiches, and their other desserts. We talked to the man behind the counter who seemed like maybe a manager. He gave us their famous chocolate chip cookie to try. It was fresh baked and delicious. I would love to take home more of those. It looked so simple but was better than many bakeries specializing in cookies alone. He also gave us an second order of fries to take home with my leftovers, just top notch kindness and service. This man told us that OWL owns other restaurants and we would probably like them. I am open to trying more of their group but I do want to return here. This is one of those diners you would find being profiled for best kept secret or gourmet home cooked foods under the guise of fast food.

Great service sitting at the bar for an early afternoon brunch on a Saturday! Drinks were…read morewell-made and the food was delicious. Good portion of shrimp in the appetizer spicy Shrimp and the dressing on the mixed greens served under the shrimp is to-die-for! I wanted a bowl to take home. Lol Great spot in downtown ferndale. Will be back!

Been driving past this place for quite a while, and the exterior never made me want to try it…read more Looks like a benign strip mall type of place. But on a Friday, everything else was full and they had space. You step inside and it has the feel of a trendy hot spot; loud music, great vibe, nice decor. Young crowd, lots of couples on dates, and a few large groups. Very extensive drink list, with interesting cocktails. Huge bar. I would say the music is a bit too loud; its not a dance club, so I should be able to have a conversation without screaming. Food is good enough, but not quite there. Menu is interesting and well thought out. Smoked Salmon Crostini is 10 out of 10. Smash burger is bland and just ok. WAY too much sauce. 4 out of 10. Bam bam shrimp tacos are highly craveable. 8 out of 10. Steak frites, priced at $60, are very tasty, but not worth the $60. I ordered my steak medium rare; the ends were a perfect mid rare, but the middle was rare, which is fine as its a big steak and the rare bits will heat up nicely at home. Meat its self seasoned extremely well, and quite tender given its a NY strip. Service is good, but a bit slow. Overall, I would like to come back for a happy hour at the bar.

I wanna start by saying I am a pancake snob! And with that I'm excited to share I really enjoyed…read moretheir pancakes! Granted I did have to ask for them to be remade since the first batch was burned (cooks nowadays try to service only the lighter side up as if our taste buds won't notice the burnt side on the back ) but the server was gracious and acknowledged the oversight offering to have them remade. The skillet was an excellent choice with lots of flavor and loved having guac and sour cream as a topping. I'd happily eat here again. It was quite busy for a Saturday but we didn't wait long to be seated and served. It a bustling restaurant with plenty of seating options.

Oh my, what a difference in the past decade! I completely forgot I previously left them a…read moremediocre review over a decade ago. Since then, this place has become our local go to. The servers are all well trained, and highly professional. The food is fantastic. The menu is the standout; it is very creative and has something for everyone. Let's start with their breakfast. This is probably the best breakfast/brunch place in town. Too bad they're only open weekends for breakfast. Whenever we have family back in town or friends from out of town, this is our go to place. Casual relaxed, friendly with quality food. If you haven't been here for breakfast, I would highly recommend it. The only comment I have is they don't open for breakfast until a little bit later in the morning. Usually, there is a line out out front waiting for them to open. We've had most things on the menu and to be truthful, not one thing has disappointed. Dinner: we don't get here too often for dinner because in my mind, this is our go to breakfast place. Last week we tried it for dinner and again, very pleasantly surprised at the professionalism of the wait staff, the quality of the food, and the overall dining experience. Whoever transformed his place from a hipster beer hall to a quality dining experience did a great job. Kudos to them!

I was in the mood for a hamburger and decided Jim Brady's was going to be the place…read more Historically, I enjoyed the inferno burger-- this burger was removed for whichever reason; however, it was back as a special! I ordered the inferno burger without hesitation. It was as I recall, a nice meat patty, with the bacon, crispy onions, spicy aioli and just wonderful. I hope they will soon add it back to the menu. The draft beers and craft cocktails were tasteful. I literally called my sister and said the burger is back you can go back and try it haha! Until next time Jim Brady!

I used to come to Jim Brady's for years after Covid I hadn't had a chance to come back. I finally…read moremade it back to one of my favorite spots. I used to be a burger girl and that's all I would order. That would still be my go to at this restaurant but I opted for The salmon Caesar and it didn't disappoint. The croutons are made in house. Those were some of the best croutons I have ever had. I sat at the bar and the bartender was so sweet. The owner even came out and asked how our service and food was. The carrot cake was the star of the show. I wil always be back going back very soon.

Had such a great breakfast experience at Toast in Ferndale! It was the perfect spot for my…read moreneighbor and I to grab breakfast and catch up. I ordered the breakfast with eggs, bacon (gave to my neighbor), and home fries, and added a side of fried chicken and French toast because why not?! Everything was delicious and satisfying. The fried chicken was a great addition, and the French toast was the perfect sweet touch to balance out the savory breakfast. But the real star for me was the hot vanilla chai! It was SO good! warm, flavorful, and exactly what I needed with breakfast. The atmosphere was comfortable and welcoming, making it a great neighborhood breakfast spot. Definitely a place I'd come back to, especially when I'm looking for a good breakfast and some quality time with a friend.

This was my first time visiting Toast after hearing so many great things about the food. When we…read morewere seated, I noticed crumbs on the table and politely asked the waitress if she could wipe it down. She responded that she already had, but I pointed out that there were still crumbs there. She seemed irritated, so I even offered to wipe it myself if she gave me the towel. She then asked me to show her where the crumbs were and wiped them off. Unfortunately, her attitude throughout the interaction was very rude and unprofessional. My sister then asked to speak with a manager. When the manager came over, the other ladies in our group also mentioned the waitress's attitude. Instead of addressing our concerns professionally, the general manager became defensive and stated that the waitress did not have a nasty attitude. He then told us that if we wanted to leave, we could leave because he was not going to be bothered with us. He took our menus and asked us to leave simply because we requested that the table be cleaned properly. I would love to see better service and customers treated with respect! Ms Cheryl W.

We had an incredible dinner at Vinsetta Garage this past Friday--definitely an 11/10 experience! It…read morewas our date night, and we drove thirty minutes just for my partner to try this restaurant for the first time. Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed by Mikey and Zack at the bar, who crafted us refreshing cocktails, including the perfect margarita for a Friday night. For our meal, we ordered the flank steak and homemade mac and cheese. The steak was impressively tender, and the flavors were rich and satisfying. We were also fortunate to be approached by the manager, Graham. He not only inquired about our meal but also took the time to genuinely connect with us, sharing insights about the area and recommending dishes for our next visit. We can't wait to return and thank Vinsetta Garage for making our date night truly special!

Kelly was so amazing! She was extremely kind, and had wonderful recommendations! We have been to…read moreVinsetta before and the food has always been great, but Kelly blew us away. We will absolutely be back!

What a great brunch spot. I had breakfast at The Fly Trap with my parents last week, and it was a…read moretreat. It's got retro charm, great service, and a menu that is both classic and creative. What made it a great meal was that every food item was just so well prepared. I had their Green Eggs and Ham (poblano pesto and jack cheese scrambled eggs served with seared ham, spuds, and toast). My parents both ordered the Forager Rumble (mushrooms, caramelized onions, smoked gouda, and greens scrambled with eggs, served with spuds and toast), but my mom veganized it (with tofu and no cheese) and my stepdad egg white-d it. They make everything in house, down to their jams (the jam of the day was strawberry basil) and the hot sauces (they offer a range from mild to hot). I don't normally eat much of the toast served with breakfast plates, but with jam that good!? I ate that (well-buttered) toast! My green eggs and ham was a treat - retro, fun, and delicious. We also enjoyed a few cups of coffee each. On top of the great food, the service was great. The friendliest. This is just a charming spot for breakfast. I'd love to return!

This was a good! I stopped in with a friend on their recommendation, and we had a really enjoyable…read moremeal. The ambiance is great. It's not the place to go if you're expecting something upscale, but it's definitely the place if you're looking for something unique and full of personality. We loved the selection of hot sauces and the variety of drinks. Even the salt and pepper shakers at each table were different. Ours were shaped like s'mores, which was a fun touch. I ordered the huevos rancheros and added chorizo. The flavors were good, but my only complaint was that it came out at room temperature rather than hot. I also would have loved to see it served on a corn tortilla, which would have made it feel a bit more traditional. My friend really enjoyed the breakfast burrito. Overall, I'd absolutely come back. Our waitress was friendly, the service was great, and it was a really pleasant experience.