My buddy and I checked out Lela's in Auburn Hills for the first time today, and I've gotta say--it…read morewas a great experience all around. It's conveniently not far from his house, so it made for an easy stop, and we're both really glad we decided to give it a try. Right when we walked in, the vibe stood out. The place is really nicely decorated with a cool, welcoming atmosphere that just makes you feel comfortable right away. Everyone we interacted with was genuinely friendly and welcoming, which always goes a long way. Shoutout to our waitress--unfortunately I can't remember her name, but it was actually her first day, and she absolutely crushed it. Super attentive, kind, and on top of everything. You would never guess she was brand new. Food-wise, I ordered the American breakfast sandwich (I think it might've gone by a different name before), and it was fantastic. Everything was just right--the eggs were fluffy, the sausage was flavorful, and the lettuce and tomato added a fresh touch that pulled it all together. Every bite hit. My buddy kept it simple with eggs, toast, and tomato slices, but even that looked really good--the tomatoes especially looked fresh and delicious. Overall, great service, great food, and a really cool atmosphere. Hands down, I'll definitely be back.

Met a friend for brunch and our server was not particularly friendly, butshewasattentive. My order…read moreof Eggs Florentine was delicious; my friend had the breakfast special and her ham was dried out (hard to even cut).

We had a lovely Saturday brunch at House of Birmingham and chose to sit outside, which made the…read moreexperience even better. We started with fresh juices--detox: a bright orange juice that tasted like a refreshing citrus blend Immuno: a carrot, orange and apple blend. Both were vibrant, freshly made, and genuinely delicious. Eggs Benedict with hash browns: perfectly poached eggs, Canadian bacon, and a generous, creamy hollandaise sauce on an English muffin. Hash browns were crisp and nicely browned. We also ordered the classic breakfast with two eggs, ham, and hash browns--simple, hearty, and very satisfying. The food was beautifully presented, the outdoor setting was pleasant, and the fresh juices were a standout. A great spot for a relaxed weekend brunch.

Clean, new place. I used to come here like once a week, by myself or with my family for breakfast…read more The food is decent... nothing particularly special, but it's nice that it's not super greasy. My servers are usually always attentive. Today was very weird though, so I don't think I'll be coming back. I ordered an Americano and then was some discussion from the barista (?) on whether it was a single or a double espresso shot. Then someone, I didn't look to see who, was ranting about how Americanos are SO STUPID and why wouldn't I just order a $2 espresso shot instead. The guy sitting at the bar asked her to repeat it and they all laughed. WTF? If you're going to talk trash about your customers, at least wait til they leave. Rude.

Ellen's Bakery & Cafe - thank you George Kalergis for the warm welcome and incredible food this…read moreweek. John and I enjoyed dining with you.! You mentioned all the wonderful flavors of homemade ice cream you make --- picked up coffee but you failed to mention the FRANKENSTEIN!!!!! Omg! Incredible cocoa flavor throughout and the gems of devils food brownie within. What a flavor bomb. We will be back to see you soon!

Years ago I used to be a regulater at this business and and only come occasionally now. When I do…read morecome though, I am always impressed with how consistent this restaurant is where the food is always well prepared and tasty. On my most recent trip here I ended up getting their two egg breakfast with meat, potatoes and toast. The over medium eggs were cooked just right, i.e. not runny, with nice homestyle potatoes, thick cut bacon and their own homemade bread for toast. All at a very reasonable cost of $10, especially when considering the quality of the food. The coffee is also quite good where I believe it is a full bodied medium roast with a nice balance and no harsh notes. Relative to staff, this continues to be a strength of this business as they are quite friendly, with great follow up, where many of them have been here for years which I personally like which also speaks volumes on how well the ownership treats their employee's. Happy workers make for very good and nice wait staff! Overall a solid choice for Breakfast or lunch, especially if you are looking for a more upscale menu with daily specials.

Although born and raised in Detroit michigan, I never heard of this nice little establishment. They…read moreserve a really nice breakfast, and they also sell pastries and cakes on the side I just had breakfast here, I had the corned beef hash . Thankfully he told me there's cheese on the corned beef hash . Something interesting about michigan, I think they are the only state that serves cheese on their corned beef hash so whenever I'm in Michigan I always have to say please no cheese on my corned beef hash. The corned beef hash is made fresh from their corned beef, not from the can , so that always makes for a good experience. I look forward to coming here again. The food was delicious and the server was wonderful really nice place.

Easy parking since Zalman's is tucked between the Kingsley Hotel and a fine dining seafood…read morerestaurant. It always a little cool in there so bring a wrap, even in summertime. We were warmly greeted and seated by the hostess, and asked whether we'd like table or booth seating. On the mid weekday morning, it was nearly empty. I did note that they do a regular take out business well so there's always folks coming and going. I ordered a glass of Prosecco (~$12) and Shakshuka (~$16). The poached eggs were done perfectly and the spiced stewed tomatoes with a hard cheese wedge were delicious. Instead of crust bread, the dish arrived with a half piece of grilled pita. With all the liquid a bit more bread would have been a plus. The Prosecco was served in a wine glass. It tasted sweet and pretty flat unfortunately. Wouldn't likely order alcohol again here. The spices and freshness of the Shakshuka would however bring me back next time, with a cup of coffee.

The service was great. The breakfast and lunch were both fantastic, kids and adults. Coffees and…read moreMatcha were great too. It's a little pricey, but I suppose that's Birmingham.

This is an Albanian restaurant apparently which it's nice to see new cuisines. The Inside is quite…read morepretty and I got the blueberry Santal. It was yummy and I got the Mediterranean omelet. It was really good and I appreciated the server who brought out the hot sauce without me asking. I will have to say though 21$ for an omelet is quite high so I am not sure if I will be coming here again on a regular

If you want fast service and a really good breakfast, this is the place. We're always amazed at how…read morequickly they bring the food out -- no matter how busy they are, it's usually on the table within 5-10 minutes. The skillets are hands down the best in town, and my personal favorite is the Mediterranean scramble. It's a small spot, so lines can get long, but the wait is absolutely worth it. They flip tables quickly, so the line always moves faster than it looks.

Food was great. Service was wonderful. Skillet breakfasts were the best. Waitstaff was Greatread more

Food was delicious and cooked perfectly …read more Waitresses and waiters are very attentive and polite. Restaurant was clean and comfortable. Ask about their Monkey Bread!

I discovered this place several weeks ago and was impressed with the high rating, but was…read moredisappointed when I learned that they weren't open on Sundays. This time we were looking for a breakfast spot on a Saturday, and it was a beautiful sunny day, so this seemed like the perfect place to go. Unfortunately, their outdoor tables were not set up for some inexplicable reason. You don't get very many sunny and 70° days in Michigan, so when you have the equipment to serve outdoors, I don't understand why you wouldn't take advantage of it. Regardless, we decided to go ahead and eat here anyway. Jocelynn, our server, was very friendly and attentive. The food, however, was a bit of a disappointment. We both got Benedict's, with mine being a Cali Benedict. I asked for the pesto hollandaise because it sounded interesting, but I didn't realize it just meant they dumped pesto on top of the existing hollandaise. Also, the avocado pieces were too big for the size of the English muffin, and the cooked spinach, which I usually like, was bland and kind of wilted.

We were delighted with both the service and the food! Very friendly and attentive service from…read moreKayla, and we loved everything we tried. We started with fried green tomatoes, they were nice and crispy and the sauce was delicious! We each got an omelette - wild mushroom and the dirty cowboy- both were very tasty! The Parmesan grits were very good, loved that they were served with a Parmesan crisp. The bacon fried rice was a unique side, enjoyed that as well. Loved the homemade rosemary biscuit!

I have been coming to Toast for years. Recent visit I do not think I'll be able to return. I…read moreenjoyed my Spicy Cali omelet, but something is different- it wasn't as spicy as typical. My partner had the Cowboy omelet and unfortunately he was food poisoned I believe from the gravy. The hosts were attentive and efficient. Our waitress was ok, she did check in with us but only understood half of our order. The atmosphere is modern. As mentioned after yesterday visit, we will not return our weekend was ruined needless to say.

We came here for a business meeting on a Tuesday night, and the restaurant was surprisingly busy…read more It was so packed that we ended up sitting at a high-top table near the bar, but it still worked out well. The restaurant itself has a spacious layout with plenty of seating. Service was friendly and efficient, especially considering how busy they were. The food is definitely what earns this place its great reputation. The menu offers a wide variety of options, whether you're in the mood for something light or a hearty meal. Everything we ordered was delicious, and I really appreciated that there was something for everyone. I ordered the red snapper with two sides. One thing I liked was the variety of potato options--they offer roasted cubed potatoes, baked potatoes, mashed potatoes, and more, so you can choose whatever you're in the mood for. We also ordered steak, and it was cooked perfectly to our requested temperature. for appetizer, we got the barbecue flatbread and that was really tasty. Reminds me of the barbecue pizza at Cici's which is my favorite pizza that they serve there. The portions were generous, and we all left completely stuffed. The drinks were another highlight. Their cocktail menu has plenty of choices. I had the strawberry mojito mocktail, sampled the margarita on the rocks, and the sangria was excellent as well. Overall, I'm glad we chose this place. Great food, generous portions, tasty drinks, and a menu with something for everyone. I'd definitely come back the next time I'm in the area.

EVERYTHING !! I'm a MI native living in GA and found this gem on one of my visits home and now it's…read morea ALWAYS ON MY LIST when I come home. The Reuben egg rolls and fried Cauliflower are my faves !!

Food is great although a bit over priced. Vibes and ambiance are amazing. The service is self…read moreservice you order at the register and they bring you your food. Lines can be long but it moves quickly

Was looking for a coffee shop that has their own coffee beans as they typically means they have a…read morehigher quality coffee. They have a really nice expansive menu if you want a full meal we decided on just getting coffee to go with a pastry. I had the cold brew and cinnamon coffee cake. My friend got their chocolate chip banana bread and both bread/cakes were super moist and delicious. Service was fast and we had our coffee in minutes. The only thing I thought was a little odd was their dine in verses take away line. I liked it from a process standpoint which makes sense. But was unsure if you could get your coffee to go if you were "eating in". People I saw sitting at the tables didn't have to go coffee cups. We didn't want to stay long so we did the take-away line which means you can't sit in the restaurant which I thought was interesting and didn't love but also understand