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    The Advance Cafe

    5.0 (1 review)

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    Mother Handsome

    Mother Handsome

    4.4(107 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    Private events

    I was in the area yesterday evening and did a quick search for coffee. I found that Mother…read moreHandsome was on the way home and decided to give them a try. I got the "burnt orange espresso tonic" and a "rosemary biscuit". Both were amazing. The biscuit was warm and buttery and the included jam (which appeared house made) was the perfect compliment. The flavors were all distinct but complimentary and made this into a spectacular treat. The espresso tonic is the best I've had. The flavor was fresh, light and fruity, with the bitterness of the coffee keeping it grounded and sophisticated. I even ate the orange slice at the end. The wait for my drink was probably about 7-10 minutes but knowing that in the future, I'm willing to plan around if the product is going to be this good. I want to come back and try the food but I will make it a point to return the next time I'm on this side of town.

    This is a cute establishment. Very welcoming and modern atmosphere. Note that there is a front and…read moreback entrance, there is plenty of parking in the back A solid 5/5 for the pizza-'Mama said knock you out' was delicious. There is a nice kick to this pizza and the pizza was made to order and arrived to the table hot and steamy - just as it should be --Yaay! No additions were needed I.e.: crushed pepper or Parmesan. Customer service id rate 4.5/5 it appeared as though a team member was leaving for shift so although she made our first round of drinks and took our order. This waitress was ready to jet out and did not check in on us-- thankfully we didn't need anything more. There after the team was focused on cleaning up for closing time. I understand, but I am still a paying customer too. There is a private seating area that can be rented out, there is the option to rent the entire restaurant too. Inside the private room area there are toys and books- kid friendly and when the weather breaks there is a garage door that can open up to a patio. In addition to pizza and cocktails/beer there is coffee and pastries. I would come back to try the pastries and a latte, as I am not a coffee drinker. But there is multiple bags of coffee for sale too. All in all I am happy we stumbled upon this restaurant based on other Yelp! Reviews. See you soon again.

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    Nandis Knowledge Cafe - Know thyself. Knowledge is more powerful than anything.

    Nandis Knowledge Cafe

    4.3(15 reviews)
    7.2 mi

    This is my go too spot when I'm in town in a Saturday night. The food is good. The DJs are always…read moreFIRE and the crowd is very diverse. It's a safe place for me to learn ALL the line dances without feeling embarrassed

    BEWARE! YOU MAY BE ASSAULTED HERE!! I WAS ASSAULTED BY A FEMALE EMPLOYEE (dressed in all black in…read morephotos below) AS I ENTERED THE ESTABLISHMENT HALLOWEEN OCTOBER 31st, 2025 (I have pictures and videos, as well). The video surveillance should have also captured the moment I was bear hugged, dragged through a dark hallway, and eventually thrown into a white sign outside. I received bruises and luckily nothing major happened like landing wrong on my head and getting a concussion and possible death (should I have had a bad landing after being tossed by this lady). As she grabbed me and before she threw me to the ground I pled with her that she did not need to do this, but she was very angry (probably because she was working on Halloween and saw me with 3 beautiful girls and she couldn't handle how well the costume looked on me - just speculating here.) I went to this place on Halloween 2025, by the time I was assaulted it was November 1st, 2025 because it was past midnight. I was with 3 other girls (I am a male). We waited in line to get in. I was dressed up as Spider-Man and the girl I was with was Catwoman. I am of Western European descent and maybe that was the issue, I was racially profiled by the woman hostess/bouncer because she was letting in the rest of the people except me and my crew. I proceeded to take my phone out and record her after the assault and take pictures of her so I could later report her. On top of that, there were gunshots nearby so I decided to uber home and report this later instead of right away with the owner. I am going to follow up with this place to make sure we can come to some understanding that assaulting customers is not ok and I will continue to spread the word about my experience if I am not adequately satisfied with their resolution (if there is one). Again, this place is bad news and you should stay away. I am willing to change this review if an apology and some sort of incentive is offered.

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    Le Crepe - Spicy Chicken Truffle - very spicy!

    Le Crepe

    3.8(253 reviews)
    2.9 miDowntown Royal Oak
    $$

    Great food for a great price and service was awesome! We got an extra crepe for free because the…read moreowner wanted to make sure she didn't mishear my order and made both in case!

    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.

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

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

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

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

    Le Crepe - 2025-04-18. Le Crepe. Royal Oak, MI. Interior 2.

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