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“This place is surprisingly good! I was impressed with my server Alicia, she did an outstanding service for me and my family. I was spectical at first ( being our first time). When my 5 year old spilled his water she was so fast to clean it up. i apologize so many times and she was just so sweet the whole time. ( tip her extra). The food came out hot, and my husband really loved his tacos. This is definitely a Family friendly restaurant. Definitely coming back for my Daughter’s birthday. Outstanding restaurant overall.“

“Went early so the place was empty, clean and fun. Kitchen is closed for renovations tho so don’t go expecting wings.“

“Food was good and service was acceptable (nothing special) but you had a group of 5 guys leave your restaurant last night somewhat bewildered after your waitress Katarina made it quite clear she was not happy with the 20% tip we gave her. Apparently, our stay of about 3 hours eating and drinking was excessive. We may not be back.“

“Some things are a miss, but mostly everything is pretty good. I really enjoyed their Quesadillas, Chicken Alfredo, and Club Sandwich. The service is always great as well. If you like Alfredo I highly suggest trying it! These are pictures of food from me and my mom’s birthday party we had there.“

“The Hub is the absolute best for parties of all sizes. The staff are absolute pros! Super friendly and capable of handling a crowd. Thanks for another great night!“

“We held our private event in the enclosed patio at Firebird in Troy. The patio was heated and decorated to look like a lodge. All of our guests felt like they were in a homey environment. The food and the service was impeccable. Our guests were so pleased at the attention to detail and the promptness of the serving staff. The event manager, Jenna, made the entire planning process easy and stress free. She helped us set up our buffet menu and was there day of assisting in decorating and making sure everything was in order. I would highly recommend hosting a private event here and plan to do so myself for future events!“

“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!“

“I went to Jimmy's during on March 20th to watch NCAA games. Lisa was my bartender. She was great. She put on the games for me. I asked her to make me a Spanish coffee and looked it up so she can make it for me. She did a good job with that. I had soup and a tuna melt both were very good and satisfying. I totally recommend this place and I will be back.“

“Dinner last week was great! Our waitress Annabelle was fantastic! Place was busy, but she gave great individual attention and fast drinks ❤️ we will be back!“

“I love that I can talk right to chef Bill and find out what food I can eat or not eat due to having celiac. ( I lucky don't have to worry about cross-contaminated gluten). He always hooks me up. Can't do that at most places , especially a bar restaurant. Staff is always super great too.“

“The Hideout shocked me, i drove by for many years and figured it was a hole/little bar. When I walked in the interior was very nice. So the business end of the review, i had a cheeseburger with grilled onions and it was so darn good I was shocked. I came back the following night it was so good hoping they could replicate it, im not here for the drinks but the cheeseburger! Once again the chef comes through with a home run. Ill be back tomorrow or the next day, its that good and its of tremendous value, im not sure how they do it. The place is a gem!“

“It’s family. But better food.“

“Very nice place. Our server was wonderful. The kitchen messed up and only made four out of six meals. I was one of the people who had to wait. Manager finally addressed what happened after some time. We did get our meals for free. Overall, good food. Would recommend going there.“

“Food was outstanding, employees were friendly, and the atmosphere was great. The soft pretzels are a large size, food came out hot, we were asked a bunch of times if we needed anything, which I like. Our waiter did a great job, food was great, Thank you for a great night out with family!“

“I just found this place and month ago and I've been back 3 times. Asian Tacos app and the quesadiila burger everytime. My wife got the Roast beef sandwich tonight and I had a bite, it was really good too. they're working on a new menu that I can't wait to try more of their food. Basam and Stacy have been great everytime I've been there too.“

“Best place tuesday burgers are fantastic lori and Al are the best makes you feel like family love this place clean service is GREATEST“

“Food is great and so are the drinks“

“Hayes Social is the place to go for drinks or dine in or have your party!
Birthday, Christmas, Work, Family reunions and game day parties can all be held here. The owner and staff are so nice and accommodating. The FOOD is AMAZING! We had over 75 guests at my husband birthday party and we served pizza, wings and appetizers. Everyone LOVED everything! Many compliments about the food from our family and friends! The food, staff, service and room we held his birthday party in exceeded all expeditions! Prices were very affordable. So many big screens tv’s! Great atmosphere for any occasion. We all had such a great time watching the game while celebrating my husband’s birthday! Most important, my husband had a great time!!
Best food, service and atmosphere!
Do NOT HESITATE to dine in or book a party. You will not be disappointed!! Thank you Hayes Social for making my husband special day so unforgettable!“

“I had the chicken wings and garlic aloi fries. The wings was really good, big wings and had a lot of sauce on them. It's 12 for 20 which to me kinda expensive. The fries was disappointed in 7 dollars for some fries that's half of them was soggy. There was little cheese on it. The ones that was cooked was okay. I wouldn't highly recommend it but I would give it another try if different cooks was working. Saw one guy had to give his wings back before me because they was under cooked.“

“The names of the staff that I can remember our Tayler, Courtney what’s the guys name Trevor, Trevor, Eric Gary, Harry, Harry, the girl who had the blue snowman on her black shirt under it I was here at the bar don’t remember she’s been here a couple nights in a row though, since I met you in the past couple weeks yeah she’s nice I just want to thank everyone for welcoming me here at Robusto‘s because everyone is nice, and they help me find a cigar that is perfect for completely“

“I always enjoy coming here! The food is always delicious, the bartenders are super friendly and attentive, the music has always been great, plenty of TVs to watch sports, and a great vibe overall! Plenty of parking outside and a clean restroom!“

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

“I love this place Applebees is the best. Warren Mi 12 mile“

“We hosted a holiday party at Shields of Troy yesterday and we couldn't be more pleased. The food was delicious, the service was great, and everyone had a good time. Thank you to Shields!“

“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.“

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

“Great food! Great atmosphere! Nena is always the best server! Always fun playing board games on Tuesday.“

“We just left from my engagement party and I couldn’t even wait to leave a review because it was so phenomenal. Chris, his kitchen crew, Nikki the manager and John our server went above and beyond today with an unforgettable experience for me, my fiancé and our family to celebrate our engagement. Words cannot describe how thankful I am for these amazing and incredible individuals. Our food was absolutely delicious and so flavorful, drinks were on spot and their hospitality was excellent. We had chicken, pasta salad, Mac and cheese, pretzel bites and meatballs I recommend every single one of these items. PHENOMENAL. There was never a moment they were not around if we needed anything and were so quick to return. (VERY attentive) This was all of our first times here and we will definitely be coming back for regular lunch or dinner service or for future events. Thank you CK Diggs Staff for an unforgettable night!!!! 100/10!!“

“Our Son’s wedding was at the hall tonight. First let me tell you the food was amazing! Our family received so many positive comments about the food. It was refreshing! We had the Salmon and the Beef Short Ribs Asparagus and potatoes. Do not hesitate to book your event here! Such a great time!!“

“We had a party of 6 on Sunday everyone in their was very friendly the food and drinks were excellent the service was great the place was clean they had plenty of parking and the prices were reasonable I would recommend this place to anyone and we had a good time and I would go back again“

“Great food. Nice atmosphere. Nice servers. The owner is awesome and doesn't put up with people who want to start drama. 5 stars!!!!“

“Took our first trip to this place just last night. Has a little bit of everything for those not looking to stay seated during dinner. Food took forever though and was decent. Waitress was a little lost with constantly asking our table of 6 what they ordered and whose drink went with whose order. Other than that the atmosphere was pretty cool. We played some cornhole, which was decently priced by the hour ($10). Plus they had classic arcade games, free to play like Ms Pac Man, Galaga, Frogger, and Donkey Kong along with 90’s classics like Mortal Kombat, NFL Blitz and House of the Dead. Plus over a dozen pinballs. Arcade area was a sight to see since most places now use carnival or ticket games. They also had a poker room which was full. Did not see any pool tables, darts or disc golf so not sure if those get removed during poker night. I’d consider coming back but not during their busier times. It was more than half capacity but id imagine an even further delay on food or your wait staff being really lost handling more than 20 orders at multiple tables. Either way I’d recommend it as long as you aren’t really hungry going in or don’t like huge crowds.“

“Great place to wind down at the end of a long day. The wait staff is top notch!“

“My favorite place to sing a song and enjoy randoms that are kind. This bar is kind of a dive but not really. You will drive passed it and think it’s a biker bar, but it’s not. It’s very chill and I’ve never had a bad experience here. Come here and chill.“

“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!“

“Stopped in after a long day on the road to meet a brother. Waiter was unlike anyone I had before. Great service, and the wings were very flavorful! I may next time ask to have them double dropped, but they were very good! Fries were not normal bar fries and good as well. Will definitely add as a ride stop and bring the family! Definitely impressed me!

Kid-friendliness: Many kids were in with their parents.“

“Fun place to meet friends“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great Food & Friendly Service at Applebee’s!

Had a great experience at Applebee’s! The food was fresh and flavorful—I ordered the Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp, and it was perfectly seasoned. The service was friendly and attentive, though the wait time was a bit longer than expected. The atmosphere was cozy, making it a great spot for a casual dinner. Overall, a solid choice for good food and a relaxed dining experience.

Would definitely come back! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Visit often and have never been disappointed“

“Great food, service, and always has great bands playing there.“

“love this bar . So clean and always a friendly place to be“

“Stopped by for lunch.Food and service was excellent. I will always come back.“

“Went here for open mic night last night and had a blast! The staff is quick, friendly, and attentive and the food was delicious. I love the atmosphere overall. I will be back again.“

“Fantastic sports bar that has been in this historic building since the 1890's.
Warm comfortable interior to play a game or bet on the lotto.
Don't be fooled by the plain appearance of the outside stop in for great food. Fish and Chips is the best and they have been know for it for decades. Also burgers are top notch. Prices are still reasonable.
Take the time to check out this long lived Macomb Co. Local favorite.“

“For a great night out good food and great bands“

“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“

“I really enjoy the Mug Pub. Almost all of their dishes are great, but since they reopened after the fire, the portion sizes have noticeably shrunk. It could be a combination of factors like COVID and inflation, but it’s definitely something to note. They have a new dish called the hamburger steak, which is excellent—just watch out for the onions! I’m also a big fan of their wings. The drinks and atmosphere are very nice, and they have a lovely outdoor patio. It’s a great neighborhood bar with a decent menu, and the drinks are solid as well. The staff has always been nice and pleasant. There are tons of TVs for watching games, etc. For what it is, the food is generally above average, though a bit pricey for what you get. That said, I’d still recommend it.“

“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.“

“Every time I've been in the Metro, I've gotten great service and the food was outstanding!! Even in carryout form, the food is excellent!! The next time I put together a big party, I'm thinking I'll be taking it to the Metro!! I only wish that they would make their cream of asparagus soup more often. I can make a meal of just that soup!! It is excellent!! They just don't offer it enough!!“

“Get the nacho ultra!! Seriously so good!!“