Marko&#x27;s Cozy Cafe

Women-owned & operated

Private events

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.

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The Advance Cafe

5.0(1 review)

1.1 mi

I visit the Advance building for work and every time I'm there I make sure to stop in their cafe…read more They have daily specials, great prices, fast service and friendly owners. They make everything fresh including their soups and chili. They make homemade mac and cheese that is to die for. Make sure to stop by and check them out when you're in the building or nearby!

Tall Trees Cafe

4.6(21 reviews)

4.2 mi

Finally made it here. Not many places to sit and do have some outdoor settings if it's warm. Tried…read moreseveral things on the menu- this place is amazing even if the tab adds up quickly. Had two sandwiches- spicy mortadella and a sandwich with ham and blue cheese spread. Sorry, don't remember the name. It was quite decadent. We only ate half of our sandwiches. We had also the big bean salad and the feta garlic dip. Amazing! Leftovers for snaking later... We will definitely be back!

Well a year later and Talk Trees is my go to sandwich spot now lol I'll drive pass 5+ other spots…read morethat are closer and also highly ranked. Food is fresh! I've never had a problem here. They are ALWAYS doing community service projects too. Ambiance is busy but family!

Whitefish Dip

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Muffuletta

Nandis Knowledge Cafe

4.1(16 reviews)

7.4 mi

I didn't know I liked fried fish until I ate here: moist and fresh inside, crispy and perfectly…read moreseasoned outside - this is like the platonic ideal of fried fish. When I arrived, someone was teaching a kid to play chess. I don't know if the chess board is a regular thing but the books, art, and wifi are all part of the appeal. And the community vibe makes me think that it would be nice place to practice, assuming there's a chess board handy. If you're very brave, I also recommend the ginger beer. It's flavored with capsicum, in addition to ginger.

used to love this place but idk what changed in 2026. THE PHONE NUMBER IS DISCONNECTED, THEY DONT…read moreRESPOND TO SOCIAL MEDIA INQUIRIES/MESSAGES AND THE BUILDING STAYS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC. they literally have locked doors at ALL times of the day. They are closed weekdays AND weekends. This place is marketed as a bookstore during the day and a club at night but they are never open during the day to even access the bookstore or BOOKS at all and only open when there are random reggae nights. very disappointing ..... and again. there is NOBODY to contact regarding this business. no employee. no budding manager. no owner contact into. just nothing

3.9 mi•Downtown Royal Oak

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Le Crepe

3.8(254 reviews)

What a great find. I had the Monte Cristo crepe and for dessert, the mixed berry crepe. I also…read moresampled the James Dean and the chocolate eclair crepes. All were phenomenal but there are still plenty more on the menu I will be back to try. There is a simple but charmingly quaint indoor dining room and a few tables outside, as well. I was fortunate enough to have walked in on a weekend morning and was seated immediately but if there is a wait, just know your patience will be rewarded.

Once again Fox 2 News in Detroit has done a nice job highlighting a local business that I would not…read morehave known about otherwise. I ventured out within a couple of hours of viewing to experience Le crepe on Washington Avenue in downtown Royal Oak. I was greeted upon entering while my 2-high top table was arranged. The ambiance and vibe in this small space was extremely relaxing and the staff friendly. Tiekeya, the owner, was helpful when I explained that it was my first time. My server was her niece, a young lady with a tremendous smile who shared she was a student at MSU as I was wearing a pullover displaying her Alma mater that I know well from paying so much tuition over several years for my children. I started with an enjoyable vanilla cappuccino which was prepared to my liking. I did not feel rushed at all, but the service was attentive and consistent throughout my dining experience. The restaurant was quite popular on this morning and I heard others mentioning the segment on the news. It was funny, as I was texting a couple of friends (foodies) from work who were very curious to hear about my experience. I was sharing quickly upon sitting down as this was a nice treat. I reviewed the menu which had several unique choices and I decided to order The Green Goat which was a crepe containing pan-seared chicken, bacon, Granny Smith apples, and caramelized onions with goat cheese and a little arugula. The combination of flavors was delicious in every aspect! Wow! As wonderful as my main course was, the sweet crepe favorites were even tastier. I chose the Cinnamon Sweet Cheese with bananas which included a crepe containing the bananas and a house cinnamon cream cheese icing that was fantastic! Thanks again to Fox 2 News as I will gladly make the 24 minute drive to enjoy this experience again. I also was thrilled to meet Chef Dennis in the kitchen who I had seen on the news. Do enjoy if you venture out and there is free parking for the first two hours in the nearby garage. Le Crepe was so good that I returned the next day and enjoyed a wonderful local brewed enjoyable coffee while I waited for a table. On day #2, I was really struggling to decide which crepe to try from so many descriptive choices on the menu. I chose the James Dean which was also fantastic once again. It was a delicious combination of flavors of scrambled eggs, a slightly spicy homemade sausage that was a perfect complement, and red skin potatoes with a cherry sauce drizzle. Tiekeya assured me that I can try one of the others when I come back on Tuesday . It is wonderful to meet such a kind business owner and it was refreshing to experience the staff interaction and she shared that I have now become one of her "regulars". I can't wait to come back and introduce family and friends to this amazing menu of tasty treats.

2025-04-18. Le Crepe. Royal Oak, MI. Interior 1.

Savory Signature Rib-eye Truffle Crêpe - pan-seared rib-eye steak, spinach, wild mushrooms, Swiss, and truffle zip.

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Quickly Boba Cafe - Ferndale

4.2(35 reviews)

4.3 mi•Downtown Ferndale

Recently wanted to try something different based on the drink flavors that were on the menu. I was…read moredefinitely intrigued at the authentic flavor that it was giving for the Pineapple Slushie and Grapefruit Slushie. It wasn't too sweet but, it did give off amazing flavor. Will definitely be ordering again. I did also try their Mochi Waffle and Egg Puff. The egg puff that I got was Matcha and through every bite you were able to taste the matcha almost a caffinated buzz in each bite. The mochi waffle flavor was Oreo and though I would prefer more oreo that was the best flavor I was too try. I would definitely recommend for a family outing or even if you have kids to bring them here to get a slushie for the hot summer heat that will be rolling in with us soon.

I must say this place surprised me. Stopped to get a boba and some crab Rangoon. You get these big…read morepieces of crab Rangoon. So good, you can taste how freshly made they are. Probably my new favorite spot to go and get them now. The guy at the counter was nice and the ambiance is small but quaint. Right up the street from the best bakery spot. This places parking can be at times hard to find a spot but still a must stop and try.

Matcha Mochi Waffle

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Vanilla Milk Tea

Le Culture Cafe

3.3(242 reviews)

3.9 mi

Drinks were okay. The wings were awesome. The croissant was yummy. chose the salmon burger but had…read moreno flavor and there wasn't anything truffle about the truffle fries. The wait in the beginning was long and for our food. My wife asked for ranch twice and never came.

So I ordered the smack wings off uber eats, the photo looked bomb! When I got it. It's literally…read morebaked wings with Franks hot sauce. Wings super tiny, are these from the frozen Walmart bag? The 4 cheese macaroni is just that and nothing else. No flavor, no taste, just cheese and visible pepper. The greens were okay but the stalk turned me off. They fries were good, maybe would of been better hot. This a hard no for me. Taxing to live, cause it's definitely not worth the price Overrated Crack wings are $25 The sides weren $6 a piece Tiny wings- $25 I feel so violated

First dining room

Side view first dining room

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Large table in first dining room facing front window

Rosa

4.9(18 reviews)

4.7 mi

I walked in for a specific iced coffee treat to myself and walked out happy that I'd found a…read moreBlack-owned coffee house that serves excellent coffee as well as an excellent vibe. I was promptly greeted by the gentleman, Eric, who was the barista. He was attentive and made sure my drink was exactly what I wanted. I had a moment to sit and enjoy my time there, while listening to a good variety of music that was new to me and perfect for the rainy Saturday afternoon. I look forward to coming back.

Food I have not yet tried the pastries but they look tasty…read more Service 5/5 I alway feel welcomed by the staff at Rosa. Ambiance 5/5 This coffee shop and community meeting place is the perfect addition to our neighborhood. I can say in unison that we (the community) are thankful to this establishment. The vibe definitely feels like grandma's home--cozy, welcoming and filled with accents of nostalgia to include the plastic covered accent pillows and intricate furniture and furnishing that blend so well. There is Rosa merch to purchase too! Definitely stop by for a tea or coffee and tell a friend, and I promise you'll want to return too!

The sweetness

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Drinks to go

Honey Dirt Coffee

4.7(11 reviews)

4.3 mi

Located on a side street in Ferndale, there is free parking in Honey Dirt's large lot as well as on…read morethe street. Though the coffee shop is a bit cavernous inside, my companion and I were able to quietly converse because of the clever noise-reduction ceiling craftwork that damped down the echo. The barista was very pleasant. We found seating easily. There are a variety of options to choose from. The tables and chairs were clean and free of crumbs and spills. I noticed free WiFi is available as well. My companion enjoyed his Cortado. I ordered brewed coffee, and asked if my clean personal cup might be used instead. Not only did the staff oblige, but i received a $0.25 discount too! I think i love this place for its commitment to a greener planet! Coffee was from a flavorful, fruit-forward Costa Rica bean. It was a perfect pairing with the large, flakey, chocolate croissant my companion and i shared. Price point is what would be expected for the quality of the food and coffee.

Perfect latte for walking around Rust Belt Market. The owner and our barista had great vibes and…read morethe coffee was delicious. Kind of random but their sip lids are perfect, best I have ever experienced sipping out of. All coffee shops using sip lids need to use these instead of the kind that make you dribble all over. 10/10 5 stars.

4.0 mi•Downtown Royal Oak

Banana Bead Cappuccino

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Coffee

Asal Bee Cafe

4.4(9 reviews)

Amazing place with great options (including the tastiest mango ice cream), but service is…read moredefinitely a bit on the slower side. We entered in on Mother's Day expecting a full house, but found ourselves confused when there was no one in the store. We ended up saying hello repeatedly in the store until someone came out of the back a couple of minutes later. While this came as a confusion, it wasn't the first time it's happened in the establishment when I've entered in. However, I must say I absolutely love the aesthetics and delicious goodies themselves! A very cozy and modern atmosphere with specialty drinks, such as an avocado-based shake, or mango ice cream with real honeycomb on top.

Honestly, if you could grab a little piece of heaven, drizzle some honey on it and put it in a…read moresmoothie cup. That's what this tasted like. I got the mango smoothie and he was so nice at the register and 10 out of 10 experience. If I could've licked my cup clean, I would've

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13 years ago

Dog food with service to match. Send them to the enemy, they'll all die a terrible death! I take that back no one should have to go in such a cruel manner. read more

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they have the best broiled pork chop breakfast!!!! try it for yourself, they are welled seasoned omg!!!!!

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