Good Times On The Ave

19416 Livernois, Detroit
(313) 739-6601

Recent Reviews

Prestina Whitlow

Very pleasant experience and welcoming staff, My friend and I were treated with awesomeness from our server Jake, extremely attentive and the whole staff was pleasant. Peach Cobbler Egg Rolls had no filling and only fired dough made me feel like I wasted $12...

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Candace C.

Everything about our experience was amazing. From the host, to the server Mack to the expo who delivered our food to the table. The food was amazing- I ordered the catfish and grits ?. The managers were amazing. We went upstairs to the cigar lounge area, Juan and Lisa were amazing. Monique the manager was kind. Just everything about our experience was OUTSTANDING. We came in on a Sunday afternoon, although it was busy, we still received top notch service like we were the only ones in the establishment.

Recommended dishes: Catfish & Grits, Chicken & Waffles

Lakita Blakeney

This was an amazing experience everything was from the greeting the customer service my server was Mack my bartender was Juan and Lisa they made sure my experience was nothing less than

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Pamela White

This is our first time @ GoodTime this is a very nice place the have fun and enjoy the music the staff is super NICE and the Owner came over to our table and introduced himself and gave us Tour of the place this is the New Floors Sike but you need to come and enjoy GOOD

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Devine Brown

This is definitely the place for grown adult get togethers. I’m am satisfied. I would recommend this place for whatever occasions.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

JoAnn Robinson

My son had the salmon croquettes and they were good my daughter and I had the chicken and waffles the chicken is very good but the waffle was cold and they give you syrup in a to go syrup container a little peel back syrup I want maple syrup I want warm syrup. Other than that it was okay just a little

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Livernois Lemon Drop

Detrese Abbott

5 Stars our waitress was amazing! Drinks were good food was delicious and hot and fresh. Music was great overall 10 out of 10 I do

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Kale Caesar Salad

PA Pros

Good times is stealing. They fall back on their systems to ring you up double for certain drinks. They only put .5 of an ounce in the mix drinks, however if you substitute a liquor they system charge you for a 2oz pour rather than the same .5 that you really requested. Example a drink with Don Julio Anejo reposado is $15. However if you ask for a drink with Don Julio Reposado instead of Blanco they charge you for a 2oz pour rather than the same .5 pour that was in the initial drink. I call it system stealing. Blaming how you were taught to ring it up in the system rather than actually making the same size pour. Creative thievery. You can’t fool intelligent consumers. You can fool ignorant people. Not intelligent folk. I’ve been a long term supporter. That ends today.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 1

Tamar Nakada

I have been here about 4x and everytime the service is amazing ! I’m well taken care of and the drinks & food are a GREAT ! The staff is very upbeat and engaging with each other , they walk around dancing and singing enjoying what they do and that means something, to know that the staff enjoys where they work ! That’s so rare these days especially in the food industry! They make sure I really do have a GOOD TIME ! (Pun intended) I’m being checked on by multiple staff members who are eager to tend to my needs (whatever they may be ) I enjoy supporting black owned businesses! Especially when the standard of service, food & energy is up to par. Stars across the board !

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Good Times Chicken and Waffle, Fried Shrimp & Fries, Creole Shrimp & Cheese Grits

Diamond Dantzler

Food and drinks were amazing. Had a great time. The atmosphere is great too, they’ll definitely take care of you.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salmon Asparagus Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Creole Shrimp & Cheese Grits

Lauren Glosson

The atmosphere is really nice and laid back! I definitely will go again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Peach Cobbler Egg Rolls

Mrs Smith

Our first time and it was very good. We were impressed by the service, food drinks and hospitality. Travis is a great person, very nice and welcoming and accommodating. Our waitress Ashley was the best. She was very good at suggesting food and drinks. We had a good time.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: 14 Oz Ribeye

Ayana Hall

Worst customer service I've ever received in my life. I went there last Saturday for a birthday gathering. On their menu they have Lamb bites, which I was really excited to try. Turns out it's not real Lamb. They looked like a sausage cut up and grilled but tasted like meatballs. I call my waiter over and say to him "these are not Lamb bites, they taste like meatballs". His response was "I told them ppl would say that. I'll go grab a manager for you". One manager comes over and ask if there was a complaint with the food. I told him that I didn't like the Lamb bites, they taste like meatballs. He asked if he could get me something else. I requested steak bites in place of the Lamb. He says "ok, I can get those for you but I'm still going to have to charge you half for these since you started eating them". I can't make this up lol. So I ask "why would you offer me something else if I still have to pay for those even though I'm not happy with them". He goes to grab another manager. The lady comes over, with attitude, and ask "is there an issue?" I told her that I didn't like to Lamb bites because they taste like meatballs. Me: "I was expecting Lamb bites, which I assumed would be similar to steak bites". She said "well they are meatballs, your waiter should've explained that to you". Me: "No your menu should've explained that to me. However, I'm not satisfied. Are you able to remove it from my bill or get me the steak bites that the first manager offered?" She says "I can take these from your table but we're still going to charge you half for these because you already ate some". Me: But I don't feel that I should have to pay for something that was falsely advertised and I don't like". Her: "well were going to charge you half them". Me: "well I'm not paying for them". I never raised my voice, cursed, or gave her any attitude in return. She walks away. The waiter comes back with my bill and the bites are removed. I figured our negotiation went well! So I ask can I now placed my order for steak bites. The waiter tells me that he had been ordered not to serve me anymore! But why, I didn't do anything wrong. She was upset because I didn't like the food? I was floored. I'm not expecting to be compensated for my experience but they do need to learn proper customer service. I'm an amazing customer when I patronize an establishment and they ruined a customer.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 1

Natalie Woods

I recently had an incredible dining experience at "Good Times on the Avenue." Chef Charles worked his magic, and my creole grits with fried catfish were nothing short of extraordinary—velvety, smooth, and seasoned to perfection. Deontae, our server, was knowledgeable, funny, and attentive to every detail. The prickly pear margarita crafted by the bartender was exceptional. Don't overlook this gem of a restaurant; I'm already looking forward to my next visit! 10/10! My new spot!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tanisha E.

Had a surprise dinner for my niece here and had a wonderful time! We were seated in the outdoor( indoor still) area which was a vibe. Service was good even with the crowd,there's a Dj playing music but the star is the food! Everything we ordered was so good! Definitely recommend checking it out

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