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    Golden State Chef

    4.8 (32 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Nicole E.

    Wow Golden State catered the ribbon cutting event for the LifeWorks chiropractic office on the same complex. I have always wanted to try the food here since hearing about them back 5 years ago or so. They had fresh juices: watermelon and strawberry, all fresh squeezed too. All of their food is made from scratch and nothing is bought prepared. The quality of ingredients is beyond amazing. Their ingredients are GF, dairy free and soy free. The owners are super friendly and informative about their ingredients and meal contents. They have the ability to heat up the prepared meals onsite and tables in the locale for peeps that want to sit and eat for a spell. All of their Togo containers can be put into the ovens and are plant based. I saw their GF and dairy free (almond and coconut) chocolate chip salted cookies, they were chewy and absolutely the next gf/dairy free cookie I have ever had so far. I tried their jerk chicken and tinga and their chickpea cabbage salad. The chickpea cabbage salad was tasty. The jerk chicken and chicken tinga was so tasty and with their pickled onions, sauce and even with the kimchi was top notch. I didn't try their steak or their chorizo (not on their menu), but they also looked good. They have ready to go lunch packs and kid friendly meals too. I would so love and want to have Ryan be our personal chef and to make us every meal. I will be back here as often as possible. They offer food for pickup or delivery too, can it get any better than that?

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    Kristen D.

    I would 10 out of 10 recommend this place to anyone looking for a healthy meal at an affordable price on a night they just don't have the energy to cook and clean up. High quality ingredients and excellent flavor combinations. This place is a hidden gem

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    Emily M.

    Our daughter was born three weeks early and we didn't meal prep much before she was born. My mom bought us some Golden State Chef meals to help us out and WOW... our expectations were so far surpassed. We will be ordering more and soon!

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    Ella D.

    Deliciousness Food always fresh. Chefs are always professional and friendly. Must try if you are in Royal Oak. There food wakes up you palate and makes your taste buds dance!

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    My wife and I love the convenience of grabbing something to go. They have a nice variety of options every week and it always tastes great.

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    Having our kitchen redo...thank you Golden State Chef!!! Absolutely delicious pot roast with veggies! Hit the spot. We highly recommend.

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    Blue Goat

    Blue Goat

    4.1(44 reviews)
    0.8 miDowntown Royal Oak

    Made reservations on a rainy Thursday thinking I would not need them. Good thing I did, as the…read moreplace was full. Great and vibrant atmosphere. Just enough upscale for date night, but casual enough for Royal Oak. This is not really a traditional Greek restaurant. Its more Greek inspired. Everything seems a bit more higher end. Menu: simple, but diverse enough to please every palate. Service: Well trained wait staff and very friendly. Food: generally excellent. The saganaki is firmer with a bolder flavor than I am accustomed to. 1 portion is satisfying enough for the table to share. Honey is optional; not sure I would add honey again. Fried calamari - huge pieces all properly cooked to be tender. The batter is very crunch and stays crunchy. The cocktail sauce is excellent. Only critique is it was a bit bland, which is weird, because you can see the seasonings in the crust. Meat balls in tzatziki sauce. Deepfried. My wife and daughter loved them, but to me the texture was a bit mealy. Beet salad - my favorite! Served on a goat cheese mousse. A must try. Octopus- really came here for the octopus, but they did not have any. Oh well, next time. Souvlaki- Got 1 beef and 1 chicken. Very authentic char grilled flavor. A bit overcooked but good otherise. 2 glaring items overlooked: They need to add moussaka to the menu and despite a decent wine selection they do not have a wine Greeks are best known for; a dry crisp rose made from greek grapes. Can't really be called a Greek restaurant without a Greek rose.

    Cute, clean, and cozy with warm staff. Ordered the Persephone- amazing! Great flavor and a bit of a…read morewhipped texture. Loved it. Spinach pie - comes out hot in your own cast iron pan. Fluffy, smooth texture with a delightful flavor. Highly recommend for lunch, dinner or even just drinks.

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    Kaizen Ramen - Classic Tonkotsu and Gyoza

    Kaizen Ramen

    4.2(140 reviews)
    0.8 miDowntown Royal Oak
    $$

    This place is awesome! I heard it had closed down and then finally reopened and heard good things…read moreso decided to go check it out on a Saturday night. This is counter service so you order then go take a seat and they'll bring it to you. You can get yourself water too at the counter. Prices are quite reasonable also! 16$ for ramen is pretty good when everywhere else it's usually 18 or 19. We got some gyoza as an appetizer and it was delicious with some great crispy bits on it. The ramen itself was very very good, and I like all the ingredients added and the presentation. There is a good amount of pork, greens, and the chili paste adds some nice heat when you mix it in. Overall a really nice bowl of ramen that will certainly fill you up. Everything was clean inside, and service was pretty quick. Overall, highly recommend!!

    This was a totally perfect meal. It's bad news for my diet that this place is within walking…read moredistance from me. It's a counter service place where you're given a number and the food is brought to you and our food was brought out very promptly. Prices are reasonable and the food was delish. The gyoza were the perfect start to our meal, and the ramen was the perfect portion to get us full on the last slurp. I love their pork belly and the ramen egg was perfect too. The dollop of chili paste on top brought the perfect amount of heat to this dish and I liked how thin their noodles are. Will definitely be back!

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    Mother Handsome

    Mother Handsome

    4.4(107 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    Private events

    I was in the area yesterday evening and did a quick search for coffee. I found that Mother…read moreHandsome was on the way home and decided to give them a try. I got the "burnt orange espresso tonic" and a "rosemary biscuit". Both were amazing. The biscuit was warm and buttery and the included jam (which appeared house made) was the perfect compliment. The flavors were all distinct but complimentary and made this into a spectacular treat. The espresso tonic is the best I've had. The flavor was fresh, light and fruity, with the bitterness of the coffee keeping it grounded and sophisticated. I even ate the orange slice at the end. The wait for my drink was probably about 7-10 minutes but knowing that in the future, I'm willing to plan around if the product is going to be this good. I want to come back and try the food but I will make it a point to return the next time I'm on this side of town.

    This is a cute establishment. Very welcoming and modern atmosphere. Note that there is a front and…read moreback entrance, there is plenty of parking in the back A solid 5/5 for the pizza-'Mama said knock you out' was delicious. There is a nice kick to this pizza and the pizza was made to order and arrived to the table hot and steamy - just as it should be --Yaay! No additions were needed I.e.: crushed pepper or Parmesan. Customer service id rate 4.5/5 it appeared as though a team member was leaving for shift so although she made our first round of drinks and took our order. This waitress was ready to jet out and did not check in on us-- thankfully we didn't need anything more. There after the team was focused on cleaning up for closing time. I understand, but I am still a paying customer too. There is a private seating area that can be rented out, there is the option to rent the entire restaurant too. Inside the private room area there are toys and books- kid friendly and when the weather breaks there is a garage door that can open up to a patio. In addition to pizza and cocktails/beer there is coffee and pastries. I would come back to try the pastries and a latte, as I am not a coffee drinker. But there is multiple bags of coffee for sale too. All in all I am happy we stumbled upon this restaurant based on other Yelp! Reviews. See you soon again.

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    Brown Iron Brewhouse Royal Oak

    Brown Iron Brewhouse Royal Oak

    4.0(318 reviews)
    2.5 mi
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    The food here is really good from the sandwiches to the bbq plates. You definitely leave here…read morefeeling very full and happy afterwards! There's a good selection of beers and cocktails as well. If you're looking to host a larger party for a birthday or any other get together, this is a great spot. There's lots of options on the menu and a more private dining room near the back of the restaurant for larger parties.

    This was my first time here, and the food did not disappoint! I really appreciated the variety of…read moregluten-free options, which can be hard to find. Since being recently diagnosed with a gluten intolerance, it was so refreshing to see so many choices available. I tried the seasoned fries and the burnt ends both were delicious. The burnt ends had a great smoky flavor, though a little on the fatty side, but still very enjoyable. I also heard great things from my table about the Brisket Whiskey Burger topped with smoked Gouda cheese, paired with those same seasoned fries. The drinks were well-balanced, not too strong, but flavorful and enjoyable. The atmosphere was relaxed and casual, with a sports-bar vibe that makes it perfect for groups, hanging out with friends, or even a laid-back date night. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable, and took my gluten allergy seriously, which I really appreciated. She made sure I understood the gluten-free options and guided me toward safe choices. Overall, this place is a solid spot with tasty food, great service, and plenty of gluten-free options. I'll definitely be back to try more of their menu!

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    Clean Plates Detroit

    Clean Plates Detroit

    4.1(28 reviews)
    2.7 miDowntown Ferndale
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    Healthy dining
    Locally sourced ingredients

    Parking is not fun on 9 mile on a Saturday at all. It's chaos and a mad rush for a spot too…read more I decided to stop in here to grab a juice or shake. I'm hoping to have some thing that doesn't have added sugar and is natural and healthy. I feel a little hungry, but I don't want to eat any real food just yet. Ordered two of the nutty professor. The super trooper helps with energy and is supposed to be filling too, but the nutty professor always wins, we love our PB. The nutty professor is bad, it's a decent mix of unique Ingredients. It has lots of different textures from the peanut butter chocolate protein smoothie, coconut flakes, flax seeds, oats, granolas, almonds, banana and chocolate nibs. They use agave as their sweetener here. Nice. I can't decide if I like the bowl or not. It's different for sure. Half way through my stomach got queasy. Not sure if it's the stevia from the protein shake or what triggered my nauseawasn't able to finish my bowl. My husband said he liked his bowl just fine. 10% discount, if you check in on Yelp.

    We have been getting meals from Clean Plates for almost a year now, and it has been such a weight…read moreoff of our shoulders. It has been so helpful in helping me get out of burnout to just know that I have a high quality, dairy free meal I can eat in the fridge. The customer service has been fantastic. There are some standard meals that I really love: Baked Seasoned Cod, Cauliflower Burrito Bowl, and Turkey Meatloaf. However, there are occasionally some meals that do not hit the spot, which is always a bummer because everything else is so good.

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