My wife and I drove an hour for our 5:00 reservation. We were greeted promptly and friendly. The…read moreatmosphere was excellent with dimmed lighting and excellent music. In short....we experienced the best meal we've had in a very long time. All courses were served in a timely manner and tasted outstanding! Our server, Olivia was extremely competent and professional and looking around at how sharp the rest of the staff looked and behaved, we knew we were in a well run restaurant. Chis the GM visited a couple times to check on things and even assisted when required. Nice to see leadership care enough to roll up their sleeves to ensure 100% customer satisfaction. Kudos to the entire staff and the owners. We had an extremely memorable evening. We'll be back. Absolutely worth the long drive!

Bar Gabi was fantastic! This has been on my list to try for a while, and it did not disappoint…read more My rhubarb gimlet was delicious, and our server was kind enough to bring out a skewer of Castelvetrano olives stuffed with Gorgonzola because I was torn between trying the new drink and ordering a dirty martini just so I could try those olives. Such a nice touch! And it just kept getting better from there. The lamb skewers and beet salad were delicious. The octopus was incredibly tender, and I loved the peppers that came with it. My friend insisted we order the mushrooms, and I'm so glad I listened because they were spectacular, with wonderful roasted garlic flavor. The seafood pasta had the perfect amount of spice. Just wonderful. Service was attentive throughout the evening, and as someone who drinks a LOT of water, I appreciated that our pitcher never went empty. This was the perfect place for us because we wanted to visit, linger, and enjoy the evening. It might not be the best choice if you're in a hurry, but that's part of the charm. Come prepared to enjoy yourself, take your time, and order the mushrooms!

Our party of five settled into a cozy booth at Elie's this past Friday evening... Thanks to my…read morefriend Ali for making a reservation. Elie's was the perfect place to grab a drink and some dinner after a travel day and to fuel for a big weekend ahead. We ordered some drinks (wine and martinis) and shared the Mixed Appetizer plate that had hummus, baba ghannouge, and tabouli and was served with a basket of warm mini pita bread. Our waitress was attentive and refilled the pita basket a couple of times and so was the water service. For entrees, I had the lebanese salad with salmon, and others at the table had the fattoush salad with chicken, baby back ribs, and chicken shawarma. It was a lot of food and we did not finish it all... and while it was very good, nothing stood out as something you can't find elsewhere either. No complaints however. I would definitely recommend Elie's if you're in the area and looking for a solid bar/restaurant with Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisine. Elie's offers both indoor and outdoor seating and they also host private parties and offer catering. It is clearly a neighborhood favorite and has been around for decades.

Food was delicious. We got the calamari, sausage, Mediterranean salad, Mediterranean potatoes,…read moregrape leaves and more. Calamari was great but the portion was kinda small even for an appetizer. Service was great and the decor was very pleasant. Would definitely recommend the grape leaves and sausage

Magical! Had a great summer evening here. Got some great beverages, and charcuterie. Had some…read morecarrots that were amazing- I know weird right? Had a splash of port and scotch for dessert and exited through the gift shop. Highly recommend.

Finally got to check out Rind, and they did NOT disappoint!…read more I went for lunch and started with a French 75. Now, I was definitely side-eyeing the bartender when I saw him making my French 75 with ice, but apparently the original French 75 was actually served over ice. And let me tell you.... it was hands down one of the BEST French 75s I've ever had! So fresh and perfectly made. For food, I started with the tomato basil soup...delicious, light, and full of flavor. Then I had the turkey sandwich with tomato jam, and it was SO good! I'd never had tomato jam before that day, but consider me a fan now. They also have Happy Hour, so definitely check them out during that time. You might just bump into me! LMAO

Truly enjoyed the food and vibes here! Live music on a…read moreFriday evening (6pm rez) and fantastic app (tuna with ponzu & slaw is enough for three ppl- well worth the price) and the chopped salad add faroe island salmon: fantastic! Great service too

Really enjoyed our visit. Great menu with lots of options and a good drink selection. The Brussels…read moresprouts were amazing, the chicken sandwich was a huge portion, and the truffle fries were tasty. Service was quick and friendly, and the atmosphere was quiet and comfortable. Plenty of free parking and no wait when we went. I'd recommend making a reservation if you're going later in the evening. Food: 5/5 | Service: 5/5 | Atmosphere: 5/5

A late afternoon on the patio is perfection. We were wandering around Birmingham and noticed the…read morepatio was empty around 4pm on a sunny day. The manager warmly greeted us and offered us a great table. A bottle of rose later our amazing waitress (anella) offered some menu recommendations and we had apps. The octopus was amazing, tender and flavorful. The carpaccio with shaved truffled goat cheese was bursting with rich flavor. We ended up staying for dinner and they turned the heaters on. The pesto pasta was great and the salmon was cooked perfectly. Looking forward to coming back for not only the vibe and food but the staff.

Great food in a lovely and intimate setting in charming downtown Birmingham. Everything was great,…read moreincluding the cocktails, appetizers and entrees. The atmosphere was lively but not noisy. Good food, good ambiance and fairly priced.

The perfect place to get away from the noise. It is small and quaint, and coming here in the summer…read moreto sit outside is easily the best experience. The oyster selection is great, and we never come without getting the seafood tower. Everything is always fresh, the ambiance is spectacular, and the staff is incredibly accommodating. It's one of those places where the atmosphere is just as much a part of the experience as the food. The only thing that can be tricky is parking, and I'd recommend checking if there's a private event happening outside before you go. They normally don't take over the entire patio, but depending on the event, it can get a little rowdy. Otherwise, such a great little spot and one I'm always happy to come back to :)

I've been to The Franklin 3 times now and it's become one of my favorite spots…read more First, the place is absolutely beautiful -- I particularly enjoy the artwork upstairs. I haven't been to the patio yet (tried a couple weeks ago but they closed it because it had rained earlier) but it looks very nice. Service is always friendly and quick, and I've spoken to the chef a couple of times and he's very friendly. As for the food, I think they have the best oysters in town, and they have a wide variety of them. The new ribs they got on the menu are delicious. I must admit I wasn't as impressed with their steak (I expected it to be more flavorful), but that's just one item I didn't enjoy as much. The rest of the food I've really enjoyed -- even the shoestring fries. Will definitely be back!

This place is a must-try! The restaurant offers a non-pretentious atmosphere while delivery food…read morefit for a seemingly fancier place. To start, the Amaro Soda ($6) offers a nonalcoholic, botanical sparkling beverage perfect for a hot day! The Wagu Beef Carpaccio ($24) is almost melt-in-your-mouth tender and perfect for sharing. If you are a bread lover, order the Sourdough Bread & Butter ($6). It is definitely carb-worthy!! Moving on to main dishes, I had the Risotto ($27) and my husband had the Paccheri ($34). The risotto was cooked to perfection and topped with a delightful roasted tomato/olive medley. My husband's meal was fabulous--I believe I will order it the next time O visit. Dessert? We opted to share one scoop of the Lime-Cucumber-Mint Sorbet ($7). This is a dairy-free option, so the texture is slightly grainy compared to ice cream, but the flavor was perfect for summer. The staff members were pleasant and knowledgeable, our water glasses never were empty, and the food was spaced perfectly. We will be back!

Food: you should start with the sourdough bread and butter, it is excellent. Follow it up with the…read morepork belly(the white beans were as good as the pork). And get the calamari, the frise and endive salad sort of dwarfed the calamari but it all tasted pretty good. I got the ricotta gnocchi, this was by far the best bite I had here. The burger looked and tasted good but the fries were even better! Decent drink selection as well. Service: friendly, prompt and they make good recommendations. Ambiance: I've never been to Italy so I'm just pretending this is what a small restaurant in Italy might feel like. Definitely worth a visit!

So the reason why I came here was for the royals restaurant League starting at $20. You can…read moreactually try all the restaurants in Royal oak this week on my ending tomorrow. This particular restaurant have the special menu for $35 which included a fried pickle appetizer with a chicken taco and a brownie for dessert. Yep, for only $35. I really love our waitress. She's covered in tattoos and awesome Also on the rooftop they have a rock band playing right now. I can hear the beast bumping and I'm actually looking forward to head out there pretty soon. Anyways, if you're down for real, I'll be sure to check this hotspot out

Completely disappointing experience. This restaurant was incredibly disorganized and clearly…read morelacking management and basic procedures. We had five employees standing around the host stand eating while the operation around them seemed completely chaotic. Our server appeared overwhelmed and unprepared--he forgot parts of our order, rarely checked on our table, and seemed flustered throughout the entire meal. The biggest issue wasn't just the service; it was the complete lack of organization and leadership. There seemed to be no structure, accountability, or sense of urgency anywhere. This place desperately needs experienced management and proper procedures. The entire experience was frustrating and honestly depressing to watch. If zero stars were an option, that's what I would give. Who is running this place?