Truly enjoyed the food and vibes here! Live music on a Friday 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 read more

West End Kitchen & Bar - Tuna app- well worth the price- enough for three or four ppl - Bars Near Me - Orchard Lake, Michigan

I came here tonight for the first time with a friend - I'm a new mom and it was nice to get out of the house. The ambiance was also very nice, with Christmas decorations up. The parking situation is a little weird, the lot is basically to the left of the restaurant, and if you try to park in the plaza to the right of it, there are signs up saying they will tow you. My friend and I started out with the baked feta, which was delicious. I don't really like olives so I asked for those on the side. It came with tomatoes on top and naan bread for dipping. For our entrees, I got the chicken limone - chicken piccata is one of my favorite dishes and this is very similar. It's $29 which I thought was a bit expensive but you do get a gigantic portion, I brought half of it home. My friend got what she thought was a salad but it was more of like a Mediterranean small chicken dish, and she got a side of the beef tallow fries, which we both thought were expensive at $7, but it was very tasty and she said it was worth it. Everything on the dessert menu looked great but we ended up splitting the campfire funnel fries, and it came out in the shape of a campfire! Very nice presentation. Waitservice was a bit slow, we had a separate person coming to refill our water and overall that was consistent until the end though. That being said, the food and the atmosphere was great so I would return another time. read more

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Great brunch menu. Super drinks. Great service. Tried the Wagu beef hash and the chicken and waffles,both tasted fantastic. Good coffee with lots of refills. Solid experience read more

West End Kitchen & Bar - Wagu beef hash - Bars Near Me - Orchard Lake, Michigan

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I came here with my girlfriend and we had an lovely time. the lights were cool and cocktail bar romantic, the crowd was chill. Natalia i believe my server's name was, was beautiful and very sweet. the type of server who deserves more than a 20% tip; because my signature drink didn't taste right and she was so sweet to have the bar remake it. (i never send them back i felt terrible). we had chefs special, which was the french dip, which had way too much white horseradish sauce on it, like oozing too much hahahah, kinda lacked in flavor. but we also had the feta honey dip, which was fantastic. i would come here again for sure, i want to try lots of things on this menu! :) read more

West End Kitchen & Bar - Honey Feta. - Bars Near Me - Orchard Lake, Michigan

Nicely decorated and had live music when we went which is always a plus. No issues with service, they were on tops of things. However I think it was pricey for what you get. The calamari had a lot more fried peppers than actual calamari. The short rib sandwich was alright but nothing spectacular. I will say the tuna nachos were the best of the 3. read more

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Very average food. We went at 5pm on a Thursday and the service was incredibly slow at a time when they were not busy. She didn't see our waitress for 39 min after we were done eating. There's not many vegetarian options because everything is friend in beef tallow. The spicy rigatoni was decent, but you pay for the sausage even if you remove it, and still have to pay the regular add-on cost to substitute another protein. The hummus tasted like typical store bought hummus. I heard the burger was good read more

I really enjoyed the happy hour here. The Steak tips are absolutely delicious and were cooked perfectly. The drinks were pretty good as well. I really like the Nectar of the Gods and the Mango Sunset. We sat at the bar, but the service was good while we were there. The restaurant is a bit small, but very cute and cozy. The only downside really was the parking situation. read more

West End Kitchen & Bar - Campfire funnel fries - Bars Near Me - Orchard Lake, Michigan

Service was great. Drinks were fantastic. Salad could use some attention. I ordered the Cesar salad with chicken. It was $23. Salad was small size at best and chicken was thin and dry. Smash burger was amazing but probably should include fries for the price. My "happy hour" Paloma was $21. Servers are always great but the math on the automated tip was wrong. It calculated 20% at a 25% tip. We like the vibe of this place, but it's starting to feel like a cash grab! read more

West End Kitchen & Bar - This was a $23 Cesar salad that is about the size of a normal side salad - Bars Near Me - Orchard Lake, Michigan

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The ambiance is lovely! Very beautiful, cozy and not too loud, so you can have a pleasant conversation. The food was not great. My grilled chicken tasted burned and dry. The salad portion was on the small size for $19. My gf ordered a soup that looked like a pasta puree, nothing like a soup. She couldn't even finish it. My drink was delicious but too sweet for my taste. All beautifully presented but cooks need more training. Also chicken tasted like gas fumes. I would come again just for drinks. read more

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First time here, was celebrating my girlfriend's birthday party of 12. We did Saturday brunch. Ambiance was nice our server was super nice, the food prep was a bit slow. Drinks were great, bloody mary was delicious with a nice garnishment and aperol spritz was done right . Food was flavorful and plenty! Avocado toast had a nice twist with chopped fresh cucumbers and chickpeas. Will have to come back to try dinner menu read more

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Went on a Friday night. A reservation (Open Table) is a must. They had a great and diverse playlist going when we first arrived. Then, a vocalist & saxophone player. We didn't have drinks, so I can't speak to that. However, the short rib grilled cheese is fantastic!!!!! I love the au jus, though I would have liked that warm. Mr friend had the chicken limone (huge chicken breast). He loved that! Service was friendly. read more

West End Kitchen & Bar - Chicken limone - Bars Near Me - Orchard Lake, Michigan

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Came here for a birthday celebration. The atmosphere was nice as well as the service. I ordered a Caesar Salad topped with salmon and it was absolutely deelish! I also had some of the flatbread options and street corn. Was also served with a nice glass of Jameson that was nicely priced with a generous pour. The seating was cool as I could watch a football and a basketball game at the same time. A little far from the homestead but it was worth it. read more

We sat at the bar the drinks were delicious and the service was good. It had a very nice atmosphere with the indoor/outdoor space. read more

West End Kitchen & Bar - Bars Near Me - Orchard Lake, Michigan

A very nice casual dining spot that does a great job of melding craft cocktails with a tasty bistro style menu. For our first dining experience here we ended up ordering the Truffle flat bread, beef sliders and Falafel burger and Boubon Smash cocktails. The truffle flatbread had brie cheese, onion, jam, mushroom, arugula and truffle oil that formed a wonderful combination that was oh so tasty and our favorite of what we ate. The slider had three small burgers made from Snake River Farms beef (well known beef distributor that is nationally recognized) that was well cooked and very tasty where the beef is cooked to a medium doneness (if Well cooked is desired , needs to be ordered that way). Lastly The falafel burger was great as well according to my wife. The Bourbon Smash cocktail had a unique spin to what I usually make where it had Blueberry and lemons as part of its components that gave it a unique flavor profile. The cocktail though well made, was a tad sweet for my tastes and could have used a tad more mint in my opinion. Relative to facility, it is modern, clean with a comfy vibe with lowered lighting adding a touch of class to the business. Defeninatly a good spot for a romantic/date night meal. Staff was super friendly where they operate on a slower pace giving you more time to enjoy the experience which I can see being a plus or a minus depending on if you are in a rush or just want to relax and enjoy the experience. Overall a very nice business that hits on all cylinders where we will be returning in the near future. Definately a place to consider if you are in the area and if you like flat bread pizza's you absolutely have to try the truffle flatbread here. You will not be disappointed! read more

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My cousin and I visited for the first time on a Saturday evening. We couldn't get a reservation but decided to sit at the bar. They serve the full menu and there's no wait if a seat is available. We ordered a bunch of apps to try...all were delicious! The beef tips were my favorite, I'd order that as an entree. The Arancini were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Balanced flavor and yum. The Brussel sprouts were surprisingly tasty. They were crispy and had a nice crunch with the bacon mixed in. We also ordered the smash burger with fries to try, which was overboard. It was also so good, but after one bite, I had to box it up. To drink it down, I got the Mango Sunset. It's a dangerous drink because you can't taste the alcohol it's so good, but I definitely felt it as a lightweight. I would love to order that all the time. It's refreshing, especially on a cold fall evening. The restaurant is calm and welcoming, yet lively and romantic. It was an overall wonderful dinner. I'll be back soon for sure, and highly recommend you visit too! read more

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Excellent! I tried this spot for dinner and was impressed. Service was great, and the food was delicious. I ordered the salmon and not only is the portion generous but it was cooked to perfection. I also like the space is inside, modern and clean. They even serve brunch on the weekends. I will be back! read more

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I've definitely found a new favorite spot! West End was amazing, we sat near the front of the place (near parking) where there was fresh air. Our server was exceptional. We were there for happy hour. Great appetizers, great food! I loved the style of the restaurant, the restrooms were very clean, had wonderful soap/lotion. I highly recommend this place! As the terminator says, "I'll be back" read more

This has to be one of my favorite neighborhood restaurants. The staff, esp the bartenders are so nice!!! I typically sit at the bar. The food is great! I typically get the Mediterranean salad chopped, the steak bites and the Brussels. All so delicious. Drinks! Well balanced!! Some are a little sweet but because I sit at the bar I just tell them and they happily make it to my liking! The place us such a vibe! Good energy, spacious, and just a great place to go. I go with family and I go with friends. The place is a real gem! read more

The brussel sprouts appetizer with bacon was the best I've ever tasted and the after-dinner peanut butter latte (with added pb whiskey) was excellent. Forgive the blurry photo - it was beautiful. The music was too loud but all the younger patrons probably do not mind. read more

West End Kitchen & Bar - Peanut butter latte/coffee with peanut butter whiskey - Bars Near Me - Orchard Lake, Michigan

Just ok. Tomato Soup too salty, steak tips fairly tasteless, fish tacos pretty good. Service ok. Not very attentive. It took way too long to offer another glass of wine. read more

We were looking for a place that was open late on a weeknight, and West End was open until 1:00a.m., so we decided to check it out. First of all, it was SO loud! We were sitting at a small table for 2 and had to shout to talk to each other. We also realized that we were not the proper demographic for this restaurant; we could easily have been the parents -- or perhaps grandparents -- of most of the clientele and waitstaff. On to the food. There were not a lot of choices. I had a chicken sandwich that came with shoestring fries. My sister had a flatbread. My sandwich was ok for me, but by any other standards, it was very dry. (I'm just odd that I don't mind dry chicken.) My sister got the flatbread with arugula. It had too much arugula for her, but all of the other flatbreads were too spicy. And, my fries were spicy as well. It seemed that the staff was new; they were walking around but not engaging with customers at all. Our server saw that we were done but he walked by us several times before we could ask him for the bill. I suppose if you're young and like loud atmospheres, this was fine. But it was not our cup of tea. read more

West End Kitchen & Bar - Arugula flatbread - Bars Near Me - Orchard Lake, Michigan

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None of the above were very good. High prices that were not warranted by the food. Restroom was a mess and nobody seemed interested in cleaning it. TV's on every wall gave it a sports bar feel, which did not go well with the glitzy decor. read more

I came to have an early dinner with a friend and arrived around 5:00pm and the restaurant smelled like a perfume store . One of the employees was spraying the whole restaurant with a bottle of room spray/perfume all over the fabric including tables, chairs and common spaces. I couldn't breath from the overwhelming fragrance. I had to leave and I could still taste it as I was walking out and had to wash my clothes from the smells. It's unfortunate as I love the food but can't handle the perfume smells! Why do you have to spray the restaurant in fragrance ? read more

We had a great waitress. Plus support staff was great. I got the west end burger which was delicious and my husband got the chicken limone which he enjoyed. Plus a side of Brussels sprouts were delicious. My dirty martini was made perfectly. We finished with the crème brule cheesecake which was also delicious. Will be back. read more

This restaurant has its own parking, and I believe it also offers valet. We went in a large group of approximately 20 people, and the service was still very good. We had multiple people waiting on us. The appetizers were really good and the desserts were really good. The entrée I had which was the barrio pasta which is OK I probably wouldn't get it again. I do believe that everyone was happy that got the fillet. Would definitely return again given the opportunity. read more

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Tucked into a small strip mall with a covered Patio Dining area the Ambiance was inviting. We ordered the Sirloin Tips which were phenomenal! I would return just for this! I enjoyed the Truffle, Brie, & Jam Flatbread; It was tasty and presented nicely on a cutting board. My husband totally enjoyed The Patty Melt Waygu Beef Sandwich on Toasted Sourdough Bread. The Drinks are top notch too! I added an Expresso Tito Martini with dinner/ delicious .Our Server Night Ni was a delight, , knowledgeable and attentive! I certainly can understand why the West End is a Local !!favorite read more

West End Kitchen & Bar - Sirloin Tips on Sourdough w/ Crispy Onion Strips - Bars Near Me - Orchard Lake, Michigan

Great food and the atmosphere is really something. A great mix of young and old. The bar tenders are the best and the food is excellent. We always enjoy coming here and people watching while eating and drinking. read more

Delicious Caesar, gluten-free pasta, salmon, lamb chops and tuna. Great weight staff, knowledgeable about their menu. The music was an added bonus! read more

Horrible service! It took over an hour to get our food. Restaurant was NOT busy. Food was good but we wont be back due to slow and awful service. read more

Update: The chef here has designed a delicious menu. My last meal was a lemon chicken dish (forgot the name) but it was Delicious! Even the fries were so tasty and hot! The drinks were good both times I visited. I had Lemon Drops! I want to say that the bar staff were so cool and welcoming. They were patient and were willing to custom out anything. The only thing was management, you need to figure out the reservation and walk-in thing. I brought them at least $400 in meals that night I was there, but they almost lost our business. When I first came in they had all the tables marked for reservations, so we sat at the bar. Two-hours later those tables were still there. I have no doubt it is hard to be sure if your reservations are coming in, just want them to do that better. Overall, I LOVE the vibe, it's a cozy beautiful place. The food is crazy good and its a welcome addition to the neighborhood. read more

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My wife and I stopped in for an early dinner on Saturday night. We had drinks and appetizers. We had the steak tips, flat bread, and brussels. Everything was good. I wouldn't say any dish had the wow factor where I would come back specifically for that dish, but everything was good. My wife had a Cosmo, which was quite good and strong. I had a beer. The drink menu features craft cocktails and wine. Not a craft beer place. I liked the young and hip atmosphere. The atmosphere is not family or elder. A welcome addition in West Bloomfield. The center of the dining room is a bar. There were couples and people already starting to gather at the bar. The music was pop hits and was on the louder side, which went with the overall look. Our server was friendly. There were a lot of wait staff gearing up for the night, but the host had trouble "finding" us a table in the mostly empty restaurant ‍ He implied we needed reservations. read more

West End Kitchen & Bar - Brussels appetizer - Bars Near Me - Orchard Lake, Michigan

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Good food, good service, and appealing ambiance combine to make West End Kitchen and Bar a great spot to eat. Between the three of us, we had the rigatoni, the filet, and the Caesar salad along with two cocktails and a mocktail. Everything was to our liking. Oh, and we ordered the steak with fries, and the fries were great! read more

West End Kitchen & Bar - West End Kitchen and Bar went all out to decorate for New Year's Eve - Bars Near Me - Orchard Lake, Michigan

Great food, service good! Nice menu. Very clean, pretty place good brunch Will be back.

Love this spot! We go quite often and it's always delicious! The burger and fries are my favorite! They also have great appetizers, and craft cocktails! I love having this gem of a restaurant so close to home! It's very pretty inside and "open-air" in the warmer months. Service is great! read more

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Super cute inside but the best part was the food- almost everything we got was delicious! We came as a big group and ordered just about everything and passed them around. Items that really stood out were the baked feta, Mykonos flatbread and lemon chicken! The calamari misto had great potential but was honestly pathetic how few pieces of calamari was in there- it was easily 95% breaded peppers :( lemon chicken had the best flavor out of the entrees but the portion of chicken was so small. We didn't care for the spicy rigatoni or the pesto pasta- between the two the rigatoni was better but didn't have any depth of flavor at all. The burger was also great! Other apps worth mentioning were the Buffalo shrimp and steak bites! Would for sure come back and order mostly apps! read more

Great bar and ambiance for a nice weekday meet up (prob good for other time too)! Met some ladies and had apps and drinks at the bar.

Some kinks to work out. Went in on Saturday at end of Sept. sat on patio which was nice for the time of year. Service was attentive and drinks were good. The food was where the challenges were. The apps took forever to come. The people sat down next to us and go their entrees before we got our apps. Had to ask twice about them. Waitress was apologetic and said they had to remake them due to an issue. They were good once we got them though. The dinner was overall good - salmon tasted good and was well cooked. The challenge was the spicy (rigatoni?) pasta dish. There was clearly no control on the amount of spice on this. Person who got it was too nice to send it back but I tried and it was like Thai hot. I could only have one noodle and I think my tolerance is okay. Way too much spice which they said they add on. We got multiple desserts which were good. The deep fried churros stick things with ice cream was unique and good. They ended up taking off the apps and the pasta off the bill as they knew we had a challenging experience which we appreciated. Would be willing to go back and I'm sure they are working through the kinks. read more

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Been here twice so far and everything from food to drinks to staff has been phenomenal! Apps are great. I got the baked feta and steak tips for apps and it was so good! We got the rigatoni and lemon chicken for entrees and it was delicious. For sides we got corn, mac and cheese, and Mediterranean salad - again all delicious. I got the floral gin drink which was ok. I also tried the Last Word drink which I absolutely loved but unfortunately I was told the drink is going to be taken off the menu!! What I did this was odd was how they served their Old Fashions. No smoke. Its not really prepared and served as an original Manhattan would be. This place is definitely an older crowd during the weekend nights. Im really looking forward to coming here more often. I used to be a regular at the old Nectars and i am just amazed every time I walk into this place on how well then owners have done. This will definitely be the summer spot! Cant wait for the weather to get nicer out and the windows to come down here! Would recommend to anyone looking for a good time out and delicious food/drinks. read more

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Nice cocktails, great food, clean inviting atmosphere, good happy hour specials. I haven't had a dish I didn't like yet.

West End was disappointing. I had high hopes for a great restaurant in WB. The drinks and service was good after that everything fell flat. The food tasted as if it came out of bags from a freezer. The Mexican corn was literally corn slightly charred. The Brussels were underdressed with no flavor. The salad was nothing special. The steak bites were soft, no grill marks or flavor and the zip sauce tasted like it came from a can. Very underwhelming. read more

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