50 Best Bar & Grill near Birmingham

“A special day. A special night. Couldn't be better. Arranged by our son and daughter. The waiter did everything, except eat our food. The wines were a delight and the steak and salmon were prepared with artistry. He guided us with each entre and the salad was shared by us with dressing aside. Wine, was by the glass and was both red and white and light, semidry and elegant. Our perfect dinner ended the perfect evening. Thank you 220 Merrill for a wonderful 50th.“

“Let me just say I didn't actually go in but I placed a special order over the phone. I spoke with Adrienne and it was a great experience. She did a wonderful job, I will absolutely be going in person now.“

“Great atmosphere and amazing food!! Nothing I don’t love ❤️“

“Fun casual dining- great food, good service!“

“I went to Kruse’s Paint Creek Restaurant for the first time today. I had excellent service from LeAnn M. who went out of her way to accommodate my garlic allergy. The food and and service were excellent. Leann is a gem. She is professional, kind, and knowledgeable!“

“Excellent food and bar staff are awesome! Makes you feel at home.“

“Fantastic burger and friendly bartender“

“Fast friendly service! Kimmy is the BEST server! We loved the ribs and cocktails“

“Great food , large portions, been there 1/2 dozen times , top notch!!“

“About to be my to go to spot. Great burger, Marquita's, staff outstanding. Very clean and cute. Patio is a bonus. Love this little gem.❤️“

“Friendly atmosphere, delicious food, and servers were excellent. Their cookies are worth the wait; hot and fresh from the oven! We enjoyed it so much, we went twice while we were in town for vacation.“

“Great location, easy to find. Stopped in early on a weeknight. Not much going on, but the bartender was friendly enough, the beer was cold, the counter was clean and the few other customers were all friendly and enjoying themselves.
So ..cheers, thanks a lot!“

“Game Day at CJ Mahoney's
With no way to catch the big game at home, CJ Mahoney's was the perfect destination. Nestled in a cozy booth, we had our own personal TV, the perfect setup for an immersive viewing experience.

We kicked off the game with a classic Supreme Pizza, a cheesy, saucy delight topped with a colorful array of ingredients. While she sipped on a couple of refreshing 7 and 7's, I opted for a crisp Diet Coke. Later, we indulged in a flavorful cheese Quesadilla, a cheesy, crispy treat that hit the spot.

Despite the packed house, the staff handled the crowd with impressive efficiency. They were friendly, attentive, and kept our drinks flowing.

CJ Mahoney's has become our go-to spot for game day. The combination of great food, friendly service, and a lively atmosphere makes it a winner in our book.“

“My friends and I love coming here! We’ve made it the spot we visit regularly! Great food, fantastic staff and a welcoming atmosphere all around!“

“had a blast last night. the 80's band totally rocked. great staff great atmosphere LOTS OF FUN“

“Just left and wanted to write a review ASAP! Took my guy here for his birthday. We went to the bingo brunch. Even though there weren’t many people there at 10 am the bingo host played the game and awesome music in between each number being called. We each won bingo and got some fun prizes - shirts and games. The atmosphere is cozy and perfect for playing games. The hostess was very welcoming. Our server was sweet and attentive and the food and drink were fantastic! What a gem! Can’t wait to come back!“

“Delicious food and excellent selection of Michigan draft beers. Great atmosphere as well.“

“Vast variety of wine and cocktails. There is something for everyone from drinks to food. The menu will not disappoint.“

“Great meal! Great service! Lisa & team were awesome!“

“This place is an absolute gem! I randomly found it after my nail appointment down the road and I am SO glad that I did. The drinks were strong and well priced and the whitefish was the best I have ever had! Huge piece perfectly cooked with a thin, crispy batter served with two sides from a huge selection! Truffle fries were delicious and DO NOT sleep on the key lime pie, hand made by the owners themselves... Incredible!

The best part of the whole experience was the AMAZING service that Joyce provided. She was fun, friendly, and attentive and I will be going back to see her very soon despite living pretty far away.

Oh, also their shiny copper penny bar top is super cool! Definitely worth a visit!“

“Delicious! Make your own salad was wonderful with lots of good ingredients.“

“Over 5 stars recommend!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The atmosphere, staff, and food was all phenomenal at Whiskey Rae's! The smell, taste and love in the food. It's gourmet homemade food with a twist 🤌 Much respect and appreciation for the Chef Drew. Excellent hospitality and service from our down to earth server Isla!“

“Rhonda and Julie, thanks so much for the soup and cheese sticks. Annette loved both very much! She couldn't stop smiling! I enjoyed a couple of the cheese sticks as well!“

“Always a fantastic time at J's! The service is amazing and the wings are the best out there! Thanks J's, love having such a chill place to hang in Ferndale!
Editing to add, I hosted my hubby's 50th here last night, it was such a hit! Everyone was so accommodating and the staff is the best in town! Thanks J's for making his birthday party perfect with warm pies and cold beers! Stella took excellent care of our entire party! The best! ?“

“Great food and drinks‼️‼️🥃🍸🌮🧀🍔“

“Awesome food and drinks for over 15+ years. Come on in!!“

“Harmony was the hostess when I placed my take out order. I had my lil fur baby and she was so sweet and gave him some treats, recommend the best flavor for some wings and refilled my drink before I left (since I was waiting outside for my food and was sipping on it). Highly recommend this location, the staff, food and hospitality is big here!! I appreciate you Harmony, thank you for the love 🤌🏼💜“

“So nostalgic, my dad owned this restaurant bar back in 1993 when it was 4th St Bistro & Señor Froggs, so being back here and seeing it flourish truly makes my heart happy! The atmosphere is absolutely fabulous, and the service was quick and friendly from the moment we walked in. The drinks are incredible, especially the white chocolate raspberry with the chocolate mousse on the rim… YUM! It’s seriously amazing 🤩 The food is just as delicious. Whipped Feta! Love seeing this place shine! 👏🏼“

“I went to Time Out on a Friday night around midnight in search of some late night grub. It seemed as if this was the only place open in Waterford! I tried the chicken fingers and fries, and they were great! ?? You might say how hard can that be to cook? I've been to other places that it seemed like I told them to cook a dinner impossible. Anyway, the waitstaff was awesome and attentive, plenty of TV screens, there was a great dj spinning that night as well. About 30 people came in not too long after me and atmosphere livened up considerably. The Time Out is definitely a vibe! Oh yeah, I don't drink, but I can vouch for the Coca-Cola tasting good, too ?“

“I took my two son’s here today. My youngest has autism and others’ kindly describe him as “a handful.” Accurate. The server comes over and asks for our drinks. She brings them back and my son just throws the cup across the aisle. And then laughs. Autism is super fun like that. Lauren (the server) was super nice about the mess. Another female server cleaned up the milk. They were both very understanding and it helped so much - probably more than they realize! I tipped them both but I hope a manager sees this, because, they are awesome employees!! You’re lucky to have them!“

“Over 25 crowd (most patrons were 40s +). There is a $15 minimum to use a card so if you're just having 1 drink, bring cash. No cover. Pool tables and bar. I was told they no longer sell food at this Bar & Grill but I didn't confirm if the kitchen closes very early, is temporarily closed or closed indefinitely. There is outdoor space and also a food truck up the alley behind the businesses on Grand River. The staff was friendly and there was plenty of seating. It's not huge but there was a perfect number of people to enjoy yourself and not be crowded with people breathing COVID unknowingly. Old school music with some hustle tracks thrown in. I would go back.“

“Great People , Great food, awesome entertainment ��“

“It's an excellent atmosphere and the drinks and music are the best, as well as the staff..“

“Great place great wait staff the owners are amazing“

“Went to see friends perform here. Every time, there is one bartender who is busy. It's a wait to order food or drinks. They also want you to bring your glass back to the bar. And, the place gets very warm. This place has a great sound for bands. Local hangout for some.“

“Great view, nice menu, good food!“

“Had a family celebration and the staff couldn’t have been more accommodating. Our waiter Grant did duty above and beyond. The hostess was helpful in finding a table that could accommodate us and the menu provided something for everyone. A wonderful evening“

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“We landed here after arriving in town on a Tuesday evening and needing a good dinner. We were immediately welcomed in (after first trying another restaurant where no one even came to seat us). The atmosphere was warm and inviting with live music. The food and drinks were excellent. I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting Royal Oak!“

“Fun time meeting people. Great food and drinks.“

“Not really much of a sports bar person in the past, and I have lived in Royal Oak for years and just started coming here. The service is always really great, but because it’s so popular sometimes it can get very busy, it’s a great place to watch a Lions game hockey game, etc. The staff is always been extremely personable, and the owners are almost constantly there. Definitely a place that cares about the product they are putting out, The pizza and the cheese sticks are delicious. I will literally die if the cheese sticks ever go away. Definitely an old school bar where you can actually speak to people and meet new people pretty much at any age group. Definitely not the norm for downtown Royal Oak.. Some of the other reviews sound like they’re probably from people who aren’t used to being in public.. I would definitely recommend checking this place out.“

“Came here for dinner and the burgers were so good! My friend and I had a great experience. We will definitely be back. The owner was very kind as well!“

“I've always had a good time here the handful of times that I've been. Bartenders are always great and the vibe was chill with an array of different characters. Very easy to lay low and keep to yourself but also any time that I've mingled with other patrons they've always been pretty cool. Nice big parking lot right off the service drive, which comes in handy if you don't feel like doing downtown Ferndale. Perfect walkable neighborhood joint if you live near 75 and 9 mile. I've never experienced it being too crowded and there's a solid pool table in the back. Also did my first karoake there and had a blast.“

“Loved the food. Ava our waitress was great. We will most definitely be back.“

“We had a great time in our private igloo. It was an experience for our Super Seniors (parents). Good food, AMAZING SERVICE (Thanks Mary🥰), memories created.“

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“I love the drinks and Donna Jean Fine azz“

“Great great and Chelsea was amazing and showed extra loved on the drinks“

“I always grab lunch or dinner from here & i am never disappointed! Menu changes daily!“

“Wow those catfish bites were to die for! Best bites I’ve had in a while. Hot fresh and the potato skins ?! Green Tea ? shots were very delicious ? as well. There was a girl throwing up in the lot as we walked in lol, she may have had too many drinks. Decent atmosphere but a little hood feel to it, but still had a good time out. Until next time flks #keepemhungry“