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    3.9 (910 reviews)

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    Ann W.

    The music was loud, too loud for conversation, and completely out of sync with what I typically look for in a brunch. Therefore, the conversations on either side of me were unnecessarily loud. And uncomfortable. First date situation. Many of the tables were full, luckily there were still a few larger ones still open. Seating at the bar was filling up, as well. I checked the menu before the visit; the choices were limited to bennies and pancakes - I just wasn't in the mood. So, I had my usual, burger and fries instead. Specifically, it was a smashburger, topped with cheddar and a fried egg, pickle spear, and fries. The burger was delicious - I typically like my burgers medium rare (more rare than medium) - but the thinner patty, prepared to a medium, worked. The fries, however, were a bit drier than I would have liked. Service was fine.

    Leslie cocktail
    Leslie C.

    Excellent brunch today! Lexi took care of my table and provided wonderful service and gave helpful suggestions. I really appreciate that they have an entire vegan menu along with a regular menu. From the vegan menu, I enjoyed my mushrooms hash. I wish there had been more mushrooms though, to balance the potatoes. It was a large brick of crispy potatoes. Delicious, but dense. It was a lot. I also had a side of vegan cheesy grits, which were tasty. The side portions are very generous in size. My friend enjoyed her garden scramble. They have a cocktail called "Leslie" and of course I had to have it. If you like grapefruit like I do, this is for you. I also had a tart and fresh mock tail called Rubus, and it had real blackberries in it. Both drinks were delicious! I really appreciated that there were hooks on the wall so I could hang my purse. Located in downtown Ferndale, this is a popular place. Good vibes and friendly people.

    Fish & Chips
    Amanda B.

    We were extremely underwhelmed by our experience. We met a friend here for dinner a couple of weeks back and don't need to go back. First off, if you're not a warm weather person this place won't be for you--it was as hot in the restaurant as outside. I like the outside option for folks who like heat, otherwise front for AC, please. We split the cheese curd, which they present as deep fried balls with a dipping sauce. Ours were extremely well done, which was fine, but the balls were so hard that we had to cut them open, as we literally couldn't bite them. For dinner I had the steak & frites, which is steak, fries and zip sauce, both of which were just above room temperature. My husband had the fish and chips, which he said were very good, so the evening wasn't a total wash. The asparagus felt overpriced--3 pieces for $7!, especially since it too was barely above room temp. Why didn't I complain? Our waitress never came by the table until we were nearly through--i was going to say something, but I finally ate my food anyway because I was tired of waiting so long--at which point she brought our check. We were never even offered drink refills. I don't need to go back. The best thing I can say about the place is that I liked their art work.

    Fries
    Jenna S.

    I've been to Public House a few times, and I always have mixed feelings. On one hand, the food is pretty decent, but on the other hand, it always feels a bit overpriced for what you actually get. I've tried their brunch and dinner, and while they were alright, there's just something missing that I can't put my finger on. And considering it wasn't mind-blowing, the price tag was a bit too steep. I must admit, though, they do have a wide range of vegan options, which is definitely a plus. Another benefit is the decor. I do really like the style there. It feels extravagant yet cozy. All in all, I'd still give it another shot, but I don't think it would be my top choice.

    Interior
    Jennifer B.

    Been here a few times since they opened and this review is based on all those experiences. Parking is not fun. It's Ferndale. Leave extra time to find a metered space. The wait to get in during prime time is lengthy. Reservations are never available last minute. My suggestion is to make them ahead on resy, visit early/late/on weekdays, or sit at the bar. The vibe is fun, bustling, Service is hit or miss. Most employees are helpful and friendly, but I'd give 3 out of 5 stars for service due to forgetting items ordered, leaving ingredients out, order mistakes, long wait times for food in some instances. Food is 5/5. Creative menu for omnivores and vegans alike. Caesar salad, cauliflower app, shrimp and grits, maitake sandwiches, and pasta have been standouts for me. The portions are decent, prices aren't totally outrageous, and the flavors are fresh. Drinks are another story. I have ordered different mixed cocktails off the menu each visit. The ingredients sound great on paper, but I have never tasted the alcohol in my drink. Some would say it's well balanced, but I would say they go very light on the spirits and heavy on the mixers. So much so that I won't order a mixed drink from here again. $12-20 is too pricey for weak, ice filled cocktails. The cocktail I ordered was the Leilani under mocktails spiked with a rum they recommend called Bumbu. The drink starts at $5 and the spike was $15. The premium "rum" isn't strong and has tons of additives. Maybe change your reco on the printed menu to a real rum and advertise the $15 upcharge 3x the drink price. They do have a good selection of beers and wine. Wine is marked vegan with tasting notes. Entrances are located in front and back of the building. Head to the front entrance to speak with the hostess and get seated. While the kitchen is open until they close at 11, last call is 10:45. I wouldn't cut it that close because they turn the get the f out lights way up about 11:15.

    flowers
    Isabelle T.

    Cute place! Love the flowers and flower wall photo op and all the pride stuff!! It's a really nice bar. Though this time I came for dinner with my family, so I can't speak on how the drinks are. There is a vegan menu and a regular menu and together, there's a good amount of variety. I ordered the PH burger and it was a good burger, nothing too special. The onion on it was so delicious and definitely my favorite part, very tender and sweet. All the appetizers were great, I especially loved the cauliflower! Our server was really nice and had a sparkly pride shirt on that I LOVED! This would be a good spot to bring vegan friends too, because it's a really accommodating menu that won't make them feel left out!

    House brussels
    Katy C.

    Finally made it back to Public House with our friends who live in RO - who brought us here originally! The menu is completely different from when we went before, many years ago. The sliders are mostly gone except for a few options. The menu is pretty typical of a gastropub, with the addition of a completely vegan menu which is cool. There was a bit of a wait on Saturday night, but we went to a bar nearby and had a drink while we waited. We got a text when our table was ready, and I was happy to see we got to sit in the back room with the "Instagram" wall and cozy vibes. We ordered the Brussels sprouts to share, which were very tasty! I loved the chile lime agave vinaigrette and they were cooked perfectly with crispy bits. I'd definitely get these again. For dinner I got the pastrami sandwich, and Nate got the Nashville hot chicken sandwich. They don't come with any sides. The pastrami was definitely not your typical deli sandwich - the meat was a little dry, thinly cut, and not very stacked. However, I loved the deliciously melty Swiss cheese - it actually kind of felt more like a grilled cheese sandwich with some meat, but it was decent. I'd probably order the Nashville hot chicken sandwich next time - I had a couple bites and it was spicy and the chicken was tender and juicy.

    Bland steak and eggs
    Andrew W.

    Worst steak and eggs I've ever had. Zero seasoning, tastes like they boiled it. Eggs aren't bad I guess.

    Mimosas Tower
    Erica G.

    My friends suggested to meet for a ladies brunch day at the Public House. I has never ate at Public House, so I was excited to finally try the restaurant out. And I wasn't disappointed with the experience! My friends and I ordered the Mimosas Tower, which for four people, still was too much to handle! I ordered the Sausage Scramble, which was really good! And so much food! I ended up having the leftovers boxed up to go. My friends and I shared the Classic French Toast. Overall, the food was really good, the service was good, and the vibes and ambiance was really good! I definitely would check this restaurant out again!

    Caesar salad add steak
    Destiny J.

    I went here 7pm Thursday 4/27/23 w/ my party of 20 to celebrate my birthday. I paid for the room rental and it was actually just an small upstairs portion of the restaurant. It was no privacy for real. Terrible lighting and it was very tight. I loved them carne asada fries!!! && the chicken quesadilla was amazing. The service was great from the waitress Taylor but the food did not come out fast. I was disappointed by the terrible parm garlic wings. They were super small, undercooked and not tossed in garlicky sauce. I loved my steak ceasar salad but they burnt the chickpeas. We made the best out if our situation but...

    Steak & Frites
    Loletha D.

    Food was flavorful, vegan options. Waitress was very knowledgeable and helpful in my food and drink selection. Nice cozy spot to visit when looking for something different. The alcoholic drinks are delicious! Try the Leilani mock tale and add Malibu rum to it and ginger beer

    Rob P.

    The term "public house" - or "pub" - conjures images of dark wood on the bar, barstools, and tables. The food you've come to expect is hearty, and I don't believe "vegan" is something that comes to mind when planning the menu for the day. Public houses are also inviting, and Public House is certainly that. Welcome to a very different kind of pub. Public House does much more than just sling burgers and brews. As your server will tell you, they have a tapas style menu, where small plates are encouraged. The food will be trotted out as it becomes available, so you don't have to wait for your friend's dish to finish while the rest of them get cold. There isn't much that you would confuse with a Spanish tapas restaurant, but it's a great concept. And, there are plenty of excellent selections. We opened with a toasted pretzel croissant, which looks and tastes like a pretzel, but is fluffy like a croissant. The cheesy mornay sauce and dijonnaise are the perfect dips. The massively thick-cut candied bacon was like eating slabs of piggy steak. I could see having this for a main course, but I got the slider trio as my main attraction. The beef slider has a flavor that would make any burger lover happy. The chicken and apple slider is solid, but the salmon slider is out of this world. The salmon is perfectly cooked, surprising for a small piece like this. And, the minted yogurt sauce is the perfect complement. I'd like to say I love them all equally like my kids, but the salmon is clearly better. The fried brussels sprouts were also very good. And, we added a pickle plate for $4. They make their own bread and butter pickles, which I normally hate, but which are very good here. Our friend got the Nashville chicken, which was massively crispy with just the right amount of heat. Oh, and the fries? Of course, you're going to get fries. But, these are crispy and more flavorful than you have likely had in a long time. They call them perfect fries, and it's hard to argue with that. The drink selections here are excellent, and the service was good throughout. There are so many things on the menu I want to come back and try them all. Keep in mind that the small plate concept of tapas does not translate to small price. Nothing is terribly expensive individually, but it does add up quickly. On the other hand, there is so much to like here that it does feel well worth the price.

    Vegan Caramel Banana Panna Cotta
    Josh C.

    Excellent service and genuinely fantastic vegan food. Are the prices high? Yes. But when you factor in the high food quality and the large portions, the prices aren't so unreasonable. Paid street parking can be found nearby. Great service too, and good cocktails. I don't live near Ferndale at all, which really blows because the food here is so good. Do recommend, will visit again.

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    Very overpriced for over cooked chicken tender slider. We will not be back. Drinks were ok. Staff was great.

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    Used to be a pretty good food, if slightly expensive. Now it's wildly expensive and not even halfway good. Ferndale deserves better.

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    Ask the Community - Public House

    Can the seat up to 15 people for brunch?

    I'd say yes. There are a few large picnic tables on the patio.

    Why the menu change? Miss the old sliders, wings, chips!

    Change is only permanent if it succeeds and people enjoy this menu more or new dish on the menu .

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