Love their coney dogs. Pleasant staff; nice quick lunch at a great price...and of course, there's…read morealways ice cream!

Unquestionably the best chocolate malt in the state of Michigan and The best soft serve ice cream…read moreplace I have been. All of the ingredients are premium quality and it comes through loud and clear in the resulting shakes, sundaes, cones and flurrys. The quality gap between the national chains and other local places is obvious and substantial to those of us who know what we are doing. Its not even really the same category. Next level. The service is always above and beyond friendly from the cashiers to the owners. Outstanding place all around as evidenced by the lines out to the road on hot summer days.

Alex's Market & Grill in White Lake is one of those places that looks like it should be great--but…read morenever quite delivers on that promise. It's a unique setup as a gas station, market, deli, and bistro all in one, and they definitely offer a ton of options. The selection is honestly one of their biggest strengths--whether it's groceries, prepared foods, or drinks, there's a lot to choose from. That said, the prices are noticeably high across the board, especially for gas and everyday grocery items. The food-to-go section is where things start to fall off. It always looks solid in the case, but somehow never tastes as good as it should. It's not terrible--it's just consistently underwhelming. The bistro itself is decent, but nothing special. If you've had Middle Eastern-style grill spots before, you've had this. Plenty of lamb and shawarma options, but nothing that really stands out. The one exception: the Thai peanut chicken wings and the shoestring fries are actually really good and worth ordering. They also advertise a huge beer selection--something like 100 options--but in reality, the taps are rarely all running, which takes away from what could be a big highlight. One thing that stood out on my last visit was how strong the smell of cleaner was inside. It was almost overpowering and made it tough to sit and enjoy a meal. On the flip side, it was definitely clean--maybe just a little too clean in that moment. Overall, Alex's Market & Grill has a lot of potential with its variety and concept, but it ends up being more average than it looks at first glance. Good in a pinch, but not somewhere you go out of your way for.

Walking in was honestly a bit overstimulating--there's a lot going on right at the entrance with…read moreitems everywhere, which made it feel a little chaotic at first. We went upstairs to eat around 1 PM on a Thursday, so it wasn't particularly busy. Unfortunately, they had already "run out" of a few key items, including the Dubai Espresso Martini and bone-in wings. That was confusing, especially considering there's a grocery store downstairs--it didn't quite add up and was disappointing. The service itself was great. Our waitress was friendly and attentive, but she didn't seem very familiar with the menu and couldn't offer recommendations, which would have helped since it was our first time. As for the food: the boom boom shrimp and lamb sliders were both good and definitely the highlights. However, the fish tacos were extremely salty--so much so that I couldn't finish them. Overall, the vibe is cool and I'd consider coming back for drinks, but based on this experience, I don't think I'd return for the food. We do appreciate the free dessert, I'm just still hungry

Today is Tuesday before Thanksgiving and the Royal Oak farmers market is open. I went to pick up my…read moreTurkey. I'm not a shopper and besides this is right in the middle of my work day, I have things to do. So my intention is to get in, get out and get back to work. However, as i was walking past the popcorn stand I must have glanced at my weakness - sugar. The guy behind the table caught me and handed me a tiny cup of caramel corn and said "it's made in Oxford by a Gourmet chef". I stood in line for my turkey trying not to snarf this amazingly delicious carmel corn. Turkey in hand I now had to stop on my way out and buy a whole bag of Will Cole Butter Pecan Carmel Corn. ($7 for an 8oz bag) That's about double the cost of a potatoe chip but oh so much better and so much more Michigan. This carmel corn is the real deal. Buttery, carmelly and crunchy at the same time. www.willcole.com I'm going to be checking out what else they have to offer real soon

Hey guys, I was at the B'ham Farmers Market on Sunday I bought, a bag of your Butter Pecan…read morePopcorn... one word FABULOUS!!!

I always get their white pie! Sometimes I'll add pepperoni. The spaghetti is also delicious. Great…read moresalads. Amazing tomato soup. I don't like the seasonings in the meatballs or cheese bread, but every other thing I've eaten there is delicious. The venue is always really loud and chatty - sound carries and seating is relatively close. Staff is always kind and attentive.

I had really high hopes for this place but was unfortunately let down. I feel as though the food is…read moremid at best for the price. I will say that the customer service is on point!

Delicious food & the service went way beyond what is normally experienced in other restaurants!read more

we went to Rudy's for our anniversary. the atmosphere and service, as usual, was impeccable. I…read morelove their new old fashion with tequila drink. we ordered their special which was a wagu beef with a peppercorn sauce, the asparagus, and the beet salad. I cannot fully explain the flavor bursts that we experienced. the meal was exceptional. we had the apple bread pudding with vanilla bean cream and it was a wonderful ending to a wonderful dinner. I would highly recommend for any occasion. Bri was an outstanding server. thank you Rudy's Prime!

Great service - fast Delicious food…read more Cute place Could have more variety ....... Def go back

Visited on a Monday night around 6:45 and was sat right away. The chips and guac was 5/5, the…read morePaloma was a 2/5, carne asada taco was 4/5 and the Korean taco was 6/5!! This is a more modern Mexican restaurant that's fun for a girls night or a date night. I was highly disappointed in the pricing though. The guac was very pricey and the tacos were so expensive. The drink was actually a fair price.

Cute little ice cream stand that opened up. It sells Guernsey Farms Dairy ice cream that is a…read morethird-generation family owned company. Before the first drop of milk or the first scoop of ice cream, we make quality the foundation of everything we do. The result is what creates the Guernsey Difference. Our commitment to uncompromised quality has led to our practice of crafting small batches of award-winning milk and ice cream. It's located in the Nichols heating and cooling parking lot. It has been in that location for awhile and has good prices and very good ice cream.

What a unique "experience"/restaurant. When my friend suggested meeting at this place, I couldn't…read moreunderstand why we were driving 25 minutes to go here. She knew it because it has an extensive vegan menu on top of the regular one. Once I entered, it all made sense. It's pretty different. I would describe it as part restaurant and part, eclectic, retro, sassy gift/collectibles store. There is clutter, decor, and stuff to buy everywhere you look. Most of it has funny expressions, for example, socks/totes/pillows with quotes. And there's a lot of retro like toys/"stuff" for example mini Rubik's cubes, flower sunglasses, balloon dog keychains, and so much more. You kinda have to see it to totally get the gist, so I'll include a few pictures. As far as the food, we all enjoyed ours. I ordered the lemon blueberry pancakes, which were filled with tons of blueberries and had a nice light lemon taste. They were quite fluffy and enjoyable. I don't know what all of my friends ordered, but they were happy too. I would definitely consider coming back. It wouldn't be a regular spot, but it's entertaining enough that I might stop in with someone who's never been.

Took the Mr. out for a birthday brunch, and L.A. Cafe totally delivered. He's a big breakfast guy,…read moreand finding a place that serves a solid morning spread and takes food allergies seriously? Rare gem. The vibe inside was bustling but warm -- like the kind of place where everyone's a regular. We came in as a large group (didn't call ahead ), and they still made room for us quickly. The service was incredibly kind and attentive from the moment we sat down. I had the hash brown bowl with corned beef, green peppers, broccoli, and a side of gluten-free toast -- plus lemonade. Portions were generous, food came out hot, and I felt like everything was made with care (though a touch more seasoning wouldn't have hurt). My son and I already have our eyes on the French toast and omelet for next time. My youngest ordered it this time, and yes... I had to sneak a bite. Oh, and the decor? Full of vintage memorabilia that sparked memories from my own childhood. Such a fun touch! We left full, happy, and talking about our next visit. If you're anywhere nearby, go now!