Very nice weekly themed wine tasting hosted by Plum Market at their wine bar at the West Bloomfield…read morelocation store. During these tastings, multiple tastes are served where on many occasions the distributors and Vineyards are present to provide information on the wines being served and answer any questions you may have. Prices are typically in the $20 range but can range higher for special tastings like the upcoming 2016 Bordeaux vintage tasting. Small cheese and lunchmeat appetizers are also included with these tastings. The quality of the wines they serve at these events is always quite good with a decent size pour for you to sample. Also, the Plum Market staff is fairly well versed on the wines they are serving which adds to the enjoyment of these events. The one negative on these tastings is the amount of people that attend making it sometimes difficult to get to the bar to get your pour. Its a small complaint on my part but you do see people camping out at the wine bar sometimes making it more difficult than it should be to get your pour. Overall, a great venue with good wines and one you should partake in if you are into the wine scene as I am.

I would go anywhere Madeline worked. She is the best in town. I have been a customer at all the…read morerestaurants she worked as sommelier, and never been disappointed by her choices.

My family dined here on Mother's Day and had a great experience. We made a reservation, which was…read moreessential because it was packed! There is a downstairs area (with bar), upstairs area and outdoor seating for when the weather is nicer. We completely lucked out and got the private room upstairs even though we didn't book it specifically. I loved the location being in the historic district, and they did an amazing job with restoring the mill into a cute restaurant. I had scoped everything out ahead of time so had adjusted my expectations for smaller portions and ordered accordingly. Unfortunately they don't have their cocktail menu online and I can't recall the name of what I ordered but it was very good. Everyone in our party was happy with their drinks. For food, we started with the monkey bread (10/10) - outstanding! The Caesar salad was also tasty. I got the mussels, which had really nice flavor and the sausage was a welcome addition - I just wish it had come with an extra toast or 2 for the broth. The smoked sturgeon was interesting - marinated and smoked for hours - you don't find that many places so I had to try, and really enjoyed it but wow the cornbread almost stole the show in that dish. Nobody cared for the pickled vegetables. Burger was a winner and really big actually. Dessert we got an assortment and the fan favorite was the creme brulee. They came and cleared dishes between courses, kept water glasses full, etc. and service was overall pretty top notch. Bill was pricey but it was a special occasion and I would definitely return for another.

The restaurant is located in quaint Franklin and has the benefit of an easy parking lot…read more A friend and I stopped in on a Friday night. We got lucky that they were able to seat us after a short wait. We were planning on taking seats at the bar (first come). If you want a table, you may want to make reservations. The restaurant is a house, lovely without being pretentious. With low lighting and low nose level, it would be perfect for a date. It has a New England feel, which makes sense as an oyster house, though they offer oysters from both coasts. The service was fantastic, particularly from our server Christina. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and had great timing, not an easy combination. My friend and I split the oyster roll and the fish special. The roll is a small plate, and it is very much appetizer sized, not meal. The fish was perfectly cooked and seasoned. I will note that they are pricy, I thought the cocktail prices were high for outside of the city. But otherwise a wonderful experience.

Went here recently and the food was on point. It is small plates but has a punch of flavor with the…read moredishes that we ordered . The service was quick and I love the ambiance of this place . Very clean industry vibes . Absolutely love the decors. The drinks were very tasty also. My favorite was the pate dish. Omg it was so flavorful. I will be back for sure

Vino & Vibes absolutely lives up to the name. Can I give this place 10 stars??…read more First off, the food was amazing. Everything tasted super fresh and the menu leans more "snacky" in the best possible way -- perfect little plates that are clearly meant to pair with wine. We ordered a few things for the table and it felt like the kind of place where you just keep ordering one more thing because everything sounds good. Nothing heavy, just really well done bites that let the wine shine. Speaking of wine, the selection is awesome. It's not the usual predictable restaurant list. There are some really interesting bottles and styles on there, which makes it fun if you actually enjoy trying different wines instead of just defaulting to the same thing every time. Service was great too. Everyone we interacted with was friendly and welcoming, and you can tell the owners are really hands-on and working hard to make the place special. That always makes a difference. And the ambiance... chef's kiss. Moody lighting, cozy, stylish but not pretentious. Just good vibes all around. It's the kind of spot you want to linger at with friends and a second bottle of wine. Already planning my next visit :)

We picked this restaurant for a celebration and were not disappointed…read more The service was top notch even for a fully booked Friday night. The food was excellent as we were promised. I reviewed the menu before arriving and was a little concerned about the prices but it was worth every dollar. The only thing I would do different is arrive early and appreciate the structure and atmosphere. Really cool place. Really cool vibe. The only advice I would offer is the chairs. Metal with no cushion, not the most comfortable, but I will let that slide.

Hidden just out of site is a charming restaurant that is so much more than just a restaurant. It's…read morean experience. Waze was instrumental in finding this hidden gem as it's tucked behind a fairly blah stretch of Orchard Lake Road. Turn down what is basically a residential street and Sylvan Table appears like a rustic Phoenix! TS saw my eyes light up as I soaked it all in. The owners have moved an antique Maine barn to Sylvan Lake Michigan and created a beautiful (if a bit barren and cold in December) oasis. The inside is as inviting as the outside with a beautiful space buzzing with activity on a cold December night. A Roaring fireplace and beautiful Christmas decor set the stage for a wonderful evening. We were seated upstairs at a nice corner table and the super friendly server was there in a flash to take our drink order. I had my usual, Grey Goose Martini on the rocks with bco's, TS opted for a house Pinot Grigio. Both hit the spot taking the chill off and were delicious. Our server went over some specials, and the menu had a varied selection of great sounding entrees. We started with a charcuterie board with their own house made crackers, cheeses and meats including a decadent pate'. And as an added bonus we were brought a few roasted brussel sprouts with cranberry chutney, fantastic! For our main course TS opted for the pork chop with root vegetables and I had the roasted chicken with the same sides. Both were delicious and juicy being cooked over a wood fire! Now Sylvan Table is a farm to table restaurant which could be daunting on a long cold Michigan winter. And part of the farm must be on their 5 acres. I bet those root vegetables were picked and stored on site for use all winter just like an old timey farm. Ee ate like we hadca tip on a famine and washed it down with a big bold red. But there was still room for more. For dessert we split a slice of Buche Noel and some coffee. The dessert was a work of art. As we made our way out we realized we were the last ones there. So after a picture in front of the Christmas tree we were gone. All in a magical experience with food, service and ambiance that can't be beat. And the company, well that goes without saying! So try out ST before everyone finds out about it! Sylvan by name..sylvan by nature. Sylvan Table...Go!

We stopped in for a glass of wine. This is a great place with a relaxing vibe. We loved the wine,…read morehomemade limoncello and chocolate liqueur. Plus delicious charcuterie with Italian cured meats and olives. Can't wait to go back! The service was exceptional!

Great vibe, great service, incredible wine selection. They also have gelato and an amazing store of…read moreitems from Italy. Must visit!

Santé is a cute, self-serve wine bar in downtown Farmington. I was heading to another night spot,…read morebut decided to give Santé a try first. Upon arrival, I was greeted by a very friendly employee who explained the process, discussed the wine selections, and set up the keycard used for the wines. There are eight kiosks with four wines each that include domestic and international wines with options for a taste, flight, or full glass. In addition to wine, they also offer cocktails and small plates. I tried the meat charcuterie and bread boards; the smoked duck was delicious! Overall, the experience was very enjoyable. I will definitely return when I am in the area again!

Lovely wine bar with a nice variety of wines to choose from! Quick and easy to refill your glass…read moreand try a new wine. There are also light bites that you can order from the table. The waitstaff is friendly and knowledgeable both times that we visited. Such a fun place!

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.

My wife and I enjoyed the ambiance of the downtown Auburn Hills area, lots of people around. I…read moreappreciate they have a patio here, but we opted to sit inside to avoid the heat on the evening we went. I love the concept- wines from wineries around Michigan that usually we wouldn't even know about. Maybe they're way up north or wherever, but this place brings it right to the neighborhoods of Metro Detroit so you can try a few to see what you like. The flights were bit pricey, 3 of $16, but the pours were generous. I actually would've preferred half-pours if I could've tried three more instead for that price. I didn't find anything I couldn't live without, but my wife and I each ordered 3 different wines in our flights, so we could actually both try 6. Therefore, we went with 6 dry reds, because that's what she drinks. I liked a few of them. I'd definitely return to try some more. A good date night. This is the second location we've tried, Shelby Township being the other.

Service leaves a lot to be desired. Flagged the waitress down 40 minutes ago and im still waiting…read moreto order a glass of wine. Theu brought our flight out quickly, then forgot about us. It's been an hour since we finished our flight, 40 minutes since I flagged her down. Honestly I'm about to just walk out.

My wife and I simply love Simply Wine in Northville. It has become our go-to spot because they…read morealways have something interesting on the shelves, especially from regions I normally would not even think to explore. The team does a great job curating and they are happy to talk through what they are pouring, which I really appreciate. Join the premium wine club and you will be blown away! If you like getting to know the staff, and feel like a regular, this place hits the mark. The wine dispensing machines are a blast. I want one for home, but that might be dangerous. You can try small 1.25 oz tastes or go straight to a full pour from a dozen or more different wines, so it is easy to experiment without overthinking it. Bring a charcuterie board, settle in, and you are all set. Simply Wine is a great neighborhood spot and we are lucky to have it in Northville.

We enjoy stopping in at this wine shop for a tasting before going to dinner. They have a super cool…read moreand modern self serve wine pouring machine and you can easily choose your pour size. They also have more variety of wines than you can see and read in one visit. They offer cute and comfortable wines then you cask tables and the service is always top notch! Don't miss this gem when in Northville!

This place is great. The price is very fair, free chips and salsa, and good portion sizes. Service…read morewas also excellent, and you can see where they're cooking, so you know it's being made fresh to order. The only thing that would make this place any better is if they had a liquor license! We came in and seated ourselves; we were greeted warmly right away by our server. The decor is cute and modern with bright colors and has a good vibe. The menu is really interesting - there are a lot of good items on it and it was hard to choose! I was really tempted by the birria ramen - I may have to come back just to try that. I like that they have traditional Mexican/Tex Mex food as well as wings, burgers, and salads. Anyone would be happy eating here. To start, the chips came out hot and freshly fried and the salsa is nice and mild with a lot of tomato flavor. My Mom ordered the Ghost smash burger and I had the spice dusted wings. Both of those come with fries or tots, and we got fries. I also got a side salad with their southwest Caesar dressing, and it was really good. Topped with fresh tortilla strips and a decent amount of dressing - it wasn't overdressed, but I might get it on the side next time. Fresh and yummy. I really enjoyed the wings - they were a decent size and not overly breaded or frozen wing dings. These are legit chicken wings and I love the spice mixture as well as the delicious cotija ranch type dressing they come with. That's really good. My Mom's burger was also delicious - nice and hot with queso sauce and a fresh soft bun. A pretty perfect large burger. I will say that they're using frozen potato products, but with such a small workspace, I can see why that's necessary. And I'm not mad at it - the prices are very reasonable, and they came out hot and crispy with seasoning on them, so they're definitely decent. We'll be back every time we're in Pontiac! They're very close to the UWM campus and sports complex, so that's a big plus. They have specials, and on Saturdays KIDS EAT FREE!

They got a great name, they got the right decor, but they left a lot to desire on the food. The…read morechips and salsa were good and the server was very nice and helpful, but the entrees that came out were all extremely lackluster. All 3 meals had flavorless meat that looked more freezer burned than cooked. The cotija cheese that topped everything tasted a bit turned/sour and the guacamole was possibly green a few days ago. For my experience this evening, this place is a good candidate for Gordon Ramsey's Restaurant Rescue. Also, Music: I will add this is the first time I have ever eaten Mexican food to Chariots of Fire and Seal's Crazy.