My friend heard about The Oak Parker from another friend, so we decided to give it a try and now I…read moretotally understand the hype. Walking in, there was very limited seating and about an hour wait, which clearly showed how popular this spot is. Thankfully, the hostess told us about their basement bar area where you can grab drinks and snacks while waiting. The downstairs area had such a cool speakeasy vibe dark ambiance, vinyl music playing, and honestly the perfect date night atmosphere. The drinks were REALLY good, and you can also order appetizers down there. Once we made it upstairs, we grabbed bar seating and talked to a few people around us who all said this was their favorite spot. Our bartender was amazing -- super attentive, explained the menu well, and gave great recommendations. We ordered the wings (perfectly seasoned and so good) and the chicken sandwich with buffalo added for a little spice... absolutely delicious. I also tried the pistachio martini, and wow definitely one of my favorite drinks I've had in a while. Overall, such a great experience from the atmosphere to the food and service. I'll definitely be back, and I've already been telling all my friends about this place!

I'd been invited to a house music night. Upon walking in, I almost thought we were in the wrong…read moreplace! Upon entry, we saw a quaint restaurant. Then someone politely said y'all must be looking for downstairs. Sure were! As it turned out, we were escorted downstairs to what people refer to as the Vinyl Room. The vinyl turntables that night were replaced with computerized ones. The vibe was unsurpassed and the drinks were tasty. I'll be back when I need the good time again.

I am happy to post this review since August is National Black Business Month, a time to celebrate…read moreand support Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in the United States. Good food is found at Jay Birds Bar & Grille located in Lathrup Village! So much so I dined here twice in one month with two different parties. Ironically, Brianna was our server both times. It's time to give her a raise for her hard work in serving. I had the catfish fillets, green beans and garlic mashed potatoes on my first visit and fried chicken wings and fries on the second visit. The food was well prepared with portions for sharing or a second meal at home. Note: Due to their limited seating, there is a 90-minute seating limit during busy times. Seating includes bar seating, pub tables and booth. Seating is not ideal for parties larger than 4. On my second visit, we had a party of 7 that we settled for two booths.

Service was top tier. Our server took great care of us. There wasn't space inside for our party…read moresize so thankfully the weather was perfect to sit on their outside patio. Until someone at the table next to us lit a joint, we truly enjoyed the outdoor space. My brother, however, warned me that the food was just meh and I find I will have to agree with him. The protein/meats were good. My problem was with the sides. I got the rice pilaf and green beans and I feel like it was false advertisement. The rice pilaf was just yellow rice. The green beans were canned, although the menu pic showed fresh. Both of them lacked flare or seasoning. I noticed the person we ate with ate all of his catfish but barely touched his sides (potatoes au gratin and corn) as well. Now my husband got the mashed potatoes and brussels. He raved about them. I grabbed a little of both to take home so hoping when I eat them for lunch tomorrow I'm as impressed with those as he was. Maybe they are the show stoppers?!? So the final factor is always whether or not it would return and I will say yes, there were several cocktails on the menu I really want to try. And it is conveniently located. I will try what our server recommended, the wings, and just keep it there.

just wanted to share a quick note based on my recent visits. The food here is honestly excellent --…read moreI absolutely love it and it's the reason I keep coming back. One thing I've noticed both times dining in is that tables around me were being cleaned with strong products while I was still eating, sometimes very close by. The fumes can be a bit overwhelming and take away from the experience. I completely understand the importance of keeping everything clean, and I appreciate that -- just hoping there might be a way to time it or adjust it so it's a bit more comfortable for guests who are still eating. Either way, I'll definitely continue coming back because the food is that good. Just wanted to share this in case it helps improve the dine-in experience.

been here a good amount of times and can say these burgers and salads and everything that comes out…read moreof this kitchen is really good like frrr good portions good flavors fills you up it's just all around some of the best fast food here

Got a lemon drop martini and she made it just how I like...no rim, strong and delicious!read more

Was in the area on business and wanted to grab a quick lunch. When we arrived we were greeted by…read morethe staff. Restaurant was very clean and the manager came by to just follow up to make sure everything was good. I had the burger and onion rings, both were delicious. Great burger, highly recommend.

Excellent burger joint. My bacon cheeseburger with its double patties, cheese, bacon, grilled…read moreonions and grilled mushrooms on a toasted Brioche bun was cooked to perfection and very very flavorful. It definately is head and shoulders above most of the burgers in the area. The side of fries were well made as well with a nice crunchy texture and nice flavor although not to the level of the burger. The facility itself seems to be oriented to more of a takeout operation versus dine in as there are only three small tables at the front near the entrance where on cold winter day you can feel the chill every time someone comes in or leaves the restaurant. Relative to staff, there is no waitstaff as it is a counter order operation where this is really not a factor here. Overall, one of the best burger joints in the area at a reasonable cost. The takeout nature of business is a factor here to consider if you are looking for table dining as it will be a roll of the dice if you get a table depending on time of day.

Had a double mushroom burger with Swiss. The burger patties were nice and smashed. Swiss is always…read morea good pair with mushroom burgers. The toppings were "choose whatever you want", which I basically chose everything. Bun was nothing special. Service was friendly. Their special sauce, made from mayo and ketchup, was also just average. Overall a solid burger with good quality ground beef and no extra charge for toppings. $13 for the burger .

Excellent Burger joint! I was drawn to this business based on all the excellent YELP reviews which…read morewere well deserved in my opinion and my new YELP quest to find the best Burger in Metro Detroit. For my first visit here I got their basic cheeseburger where I added Bacon and a second patty upgrading from a 1/4 pounder to a 1/2 Lb burger. My Burger was cooked to perfection and probably the juiciest burger I have had in this area (get extra napkins(: ). It was very tasty and clearly in the upper echelon of the burgers I have tried. At $10.50 which included the two upgrades of bacon and 2nd patty was a deal in my opinion especially when you consider the quality of the burger. Relative to staff and facility, the staff was very friendly and checked in on me twice during my meal to include the owner which is amazing when you consider this is a counter order operation. Facility itself is clean and large with a lot of tables, both indoor and outdoor dining. This restaurant has an open kitchen/grill that is visible to the dining area offering great sight lines into their operation which I actually enjoyed. Overall a top shelf unpretentious burger centric joint. If you are into well made tasty burgers and are in the area than this is a must visit that should not be missed!

I recently tried a cheeseburger from a local restaurant, and it was really good overall. The bun…read morewas soft and lightly toasted, which made it easy to bite into without falling apart. The burger looked fresh and was served hot, which made it even more appetizing. The beef patty was juicy and cooked just right. It had a nice grilled flavor that wasn't too greasy or dry. The cheese was melted perfectly over the top, adding a creamy texture that blended well with the meat. The lettuce, tomato, and pickles were fresh and added a nice crunch. One thing I liked most was the balance of flavors. Nothing overpowered the burger, and every bite tasted consistent. The sauce added just the right amount of tanginess without making the bun soggy. Overall, I would definitely order this burger again. It was filling, flavorful, and worth the price. If you enjoy a classic cheeseburger with fresh toppings and a juicy patty, this one is a great choice.

We really enjoyed being served by Kelly! She was prompt, gave great suggestions, and has such a…read morepleasant demeanor! Thank you Kelly and thank you Vinsetta!

Kelly was the best server! She made the night 10/10. Great food and vibe. Would recommend the…read moreburgers and pizza!

Food do great it's bad. Bad because I can't eat there every hour. They put the D in delicious…read more Please accept call ins tho.

Food was on point burgers were fire French fries were hand cut and hot , onion rings were crispy…read moreand hot I appreciate the service

Plackard on main level either doesn't have the floor or it was overlooked by 2 people. We went up…read moreto the 3rd floor, then the 2nd, then the lower level/basement. It makes sense that it's in the basement. Owner is from NY and very surprisingly extremely friendly. Normally, he's in the back cooking, but his daughter hadn't arrived yet. Melvin (owner) had suggested the best bbq spot currently available bc he hasn't opened his own. Wing dinner comes with EIGHT WHOLE WINGS! The sheer amount of surprise and joy on my face had to be comical. I was so happy to get WHOLE WINGS. 2 sides come with it also. The wings were SEASONED wonderfully. The corn bread muffin (side 1) was sweet like i had hoped. Oddly, the greens (side 2) were slightly sweet. (I prefer a little bitterness so I can add vinegar, but that wasn't needed this time.) Plenty of turkey meat (?) throughout. My friend got the lamb burger. It is THICK/huge. Sauce was delicious. A little saltier than I prefer, but it would have been devoured had I ordered it nonetheless. I plan on returning to try at leaast the crab burger. This'll definitely be my return spot for my wing cravings though. 8 WHOLE WING & 2 sides for $22.99!

Great family owned restaurant that does KILLER burgers. The building doesn't allow signage so…read moreyou'll have to go to the lower level to find them. We have had the lamb and waygu burgers, along with the beef short ribs. Highly recommend giving them a shot.

Love this place. Great to meet up with a group as everyone orders their own food whenever they…read morewant. Little difficulty with folks who aren't as tech savvy as there are not servers or menus but if you don't want a typical restaurant experience where you have to wait for everyone to arrive (you know you have those friends that are always late for everything!) to order this is your jam. Food has always been good and their drink selection is as diverse as you're going to find in the craft beer scene today. Yes, 1/3-1/2 of their taps are IPA's but that's what you people have done to this world.

It's been about a year since I've been here and the concept of this place still just blows my mind…read more It runs very well, and pretty much no staff. The business model is genius. A hostess who takes your money and gives you a bracelet, automated beer, and you use your phone to order from the kitchen, they text you and you go get your food. I wondered many times how they could serve alcohol and not monitor how much people were drinking? So I asked. The host is in the front said at the end of 32 oz is your bracelet will not work and you need to come up and see me to reset it. I guess that's how they would monitor whether or not someone could get another 32 oz? I'm surprised not more places have copied their business layout. With the new generation, this would be the place to go, you barely have to speak to anyone except for the people you're with.