Explore Royal Oak Restaurants: Culinary Delights Await
Nestled in the heart of Michigan, Royal Oak buzzes with culinary diversity, offering a vibrant array of dining experiences. From chic bistros to rustic eateries, this city's restaurants invite locals and tourists alike to savor flavors that span the globe, all within the cozy confines of Royal Oak's welcoming community atmosphere. Whether seeking a romantic evening out or a lively family dinner, Royal Oak's restaurants are destinations unto themselves, promising memorable meals and genuine hospitality.
Lily's seafood grill & brewery
4.5
(1470)
Cozy seafood spot brews its own beers & sodas plus hosts a weekly all-you-can-eat fish fry.
Reviews:
Tried this place out since we were in the area and will be back! So many things I want to try. We started with Smoked Salmon spread and had Bayou Breakfast skillet. Both were delicious! My hubby had fish tacos and sweet potato fries. He could barely finish the 2 tacos since they were jam packed.
Samantha R
Best fish and chips I’ve ever had. The taste lingers in the best way and leaves me wanting more. Their cole slaw is enjoyable and unique. Their beer is great, too! It’s a bit pricey, but you get a lot for your money. I’ve been lucky enough to have Darrin as my server every time I’ve been here, and he just makes the experience all the much better! One of my favorite restaurants in Michigan and can’t wait to go back again soon.
Kristopher Schermerhorn
Lily's is nothing short of remarkable! Their service is both speedy and friendly, and the food is simply delightful. It was the ideal selection for our party of six; we were promptly seated, and before we knew it, the appetizers were coming our way. The salmon mousse was exceptional, as were the mussels and the crispy fried dill pickles. My fish & chips were a highlight, with the sweet potato fries adding a unique twist. I can't recommend Lily's enough – it's truly an institution!
Laura Marise
Came for Sunday brunch with friends and had a great experience. Food was good. Waitress was great and entertaining. Food took a while to come, but it was worth it after it showed up. Tableside mimosas were a huge plus and was reasonably priced. Definitely worth a return trip!!!
IKON Lewis
Olga was a wonderful server & food was beyond expectations. Priced fairly, with a warm a cozy atmosphere with plenty to look at! Had the boozy cider, calamari, Caesar salad and signature tuna dish. Can’t wait to come back!
Autumn Dohring
410 S Washington Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067, USA
Bigalora wood fired cucina
4.3
(1373)
Contemporary Italian eatery providing Neapolitan, wood-fired pizzas, plus small plates & gelato.
Reviews:
Great pizza 🍕 place with a broad range of options on the menu! Had to try Brussel sprouts and it was delicious with vinegar and all the seasoning! As to pizza, we took one red , salami and one white veggie! Both were great, the one with veggies turned out to be our favorite since tomatoes , 🍅 arugula and cheese 🧀 were just perfect 👍 Service was fast and friendly! And seating area on the second floor was cozy and nice with a view of the city streets through large windows!
Taliy Sky
Open floor atmosphere was great, friendly customer service, and delicious food!! We will definitely recommend! We also got the wings but once we started eating I forgot about taking pictures, LOL. All of the food and drinks were AMAZING 🤩
Odetha Hollis
Great place to go for food after a long day at the zoo. Friendly service. Open atmosphere. Only down side is the parking in the area sucks and it's right next to a busy train railway. If you like trains great place to watch go by while eating.
dark duk
Excellent pizza, reasonable prices for the quality of the food. Nice wine selection with all michigan wines. Excellent cocktail menu. Great staff
D R E W
I have tried every one of their locations....my all time favorite resturant. It's the crust...trust me. Beyond that all their ingredients are fresh and top quality. NO ONE BEATS THEIR PIZZAS & SALADS!
Reem Farah
711 S Main St, Royal Oak, MI 48067, USA
Trattoria da luigi
4.3
(513)
Rustic Italian classics, such as wood-fired pizza & fish soup, on offer in this charming trattoria.
Reviews:
We had a very nice experience. Young waiter very attentive and knowledgeable of menu. Pasta and Tortellini were very tasty. Tiramisu light and delicious.
Diane Bowton
Nice place, we didn’t see inside because we came with our little dog. The day was great then we could enjoy outside the food. Good flavor and portion. Normal price and friendly service.
karen luna
I recently visited this restaurant a couple weeks ago with my mom. We were in town for a show that night and decided to stop in for a quick dinner. We were seated immediately which was great. Our waitress Delaney was phenomenal. We informed her that it was our first time visiting so she began giving us some recommendations. The calamari was out of this world and the steak was fantastic. Our drinks were delicious as well. If the food wasn’t enough, the staff certainly made the experience over the top. I will definitely be returning.
Emily Carp
The staff was the best part of this $150.00 dinner with my fiance. The food and drinks we're acceptable but overpriced for what you get. Honestly the broccoli was the best part of the meal. And we ordered a refill on our cocktails and but I'm pretty sure that a neighboring bar made them because they were nothing like the first round. Now for the worst part.... the music was so loud! Terrible Italian pop music in an already extremely noisy restaurant. We no joke got 3 words out to each other and gave up after having to what!?! each other multiple times. We will not be returning and do not recommend this establishment... Unless you like to avoid conversation with your date or loved one.
John Erpelding
Trattoria Da Luigi is hands down my favorite Italian restaurant! Their pasta dishes are absolutely heavenly—I highly recommend trying their Pasticcio and Pappardelle con Marsala e Funghi (mushrooms). And when I'm in the mood for something else, the Pollo Tosca hits the spot every time. Oh, and don't miss out on their delicious Espresso Martini—it's the perfect way to end a fantastic meal. Trattoria Da Luigi has that cozy vibe and incredible flavors that make it a must-visit for any Italian food lover! Luigi the owner and his son Mario are fantastic. The servers are always super friendly. I come here often!
Amy Vardijan
415 S Washington Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067, USA
Leo's coney island (downtown royal oak)
3.4
(1666)
Chain diner serving an expansive menu of American comfort food & Greek specialties.
Reviews:
I’ve been to almost every Leo’s in the metro Detroit area, and I will be loyal to Leo’s until I’m in the ground. This Leo’s is the worst one I’ve ever been to. My friends (3 of us total) and I walked in to an empty restaurant. There was still food on another table that had yet to be cleared that remained after our HOUR wait for a grilled cheese, sandwich, pancakes, and various fried potato items. We sat for over an hour waiting for these simple food items, and when we finally complained, our waitress’ excuse was that she doesn’t make the food and sometimes the cooks are slow… Then tell them to cook the food! It’s been an hour. And while we waited, Door Dashers and people in different sections were served. The bathrooms were filthy, like they haven’t been cleaned in months, and they had sorry excuses for soap dispensers. I usually give the benefit of the doubt to service workers, but is your job so difficult that it takes over an hour to flip pancakes and fry potatoes? I love Leo’s, but this one is truly the worst. If you want Leo’s, don’t come here. Farmington Hills is 20 minutes away and has excellent service and a clean facility.
Kendal Lavigne
Wish I could give no stars. Horrible. The food was not cooked properly and my family got sick. Staff was beyond disrespectful almost to the point of being violent. The young woman who served us used several curse words right in front of my young children. The whole place seemed to have a layer of grease on it and everything dirty. Management needs to get it together before a health inspector comes in
M
Did an Uber Eats order and the chicken on my wraps was literally raw. Also called to confirm that they got the special request of no tomatoes or lettuce and they confirmed that the request went through but were very rude about it and hung up before I even said goodbye, and when the order got here it was full of lettuce and tomato. And the order was only supposed to take 30 mins but they didn’t get it out to the driver for over an hour.
zac gould
The food was terrible. There was missing items and a blond hair in one of my drinks and another drink was half empty. The corned beef sandwich barely had any meat on it and I asked for curly fries and received waffle fries. They really dropped the ball this time.
Melissa C
I love the Greek salad 🥗 and fries 🍟. Whenever I travel to Detroit, I go at least 3 times!
Y. G.
110 S Main St, Royal Oak, MI 48067, USA
Detroit eatery
4.7
(943)
Modest counter-serve spot offering international eats including curry, pizza & Mediterranean plates.
Reviews:
Had been wanting to check out this eatery for awhile and finally got around to it. It was raining outside but im very happy that I did. Out of the many places I have been, I've NEVER had lamb and chicken that was so tender and full of flavor. This servuce was spot on and was great in assisting us with out choices as this was out first time here. We ordered the detroit burger which is good and topped with a sunny side up egg. (If you want it cooked differently you have to ask for it). The NY mixed plate which comes with lamb and chicken over a bed of yellow rice. Last but not least, we had the Lo mein noodles as spicy as it can get because we just jad to try it. After a taste of everything, the questions isnt am I going back, its simply WHEN AM I GOING BACK!!
John Taylor Jr
Been eating here for the past few weeks with my girlfriend. The food is absolutely amazing. Although they are usually quite busy, they never take longer than 15 minutes to finish our order. I recommend the rice platters. They are absolutely delicious!
Joseph Kodaj
You'd think that a place with such a varied menu of items would be trash, but Detroit Eatery was actually fantastic. It's carry out only, and if you order in person, you'll be standing outside for about 10 minutes or so waiting on food. Portions were huge and everything we tried (about 5 dishes) was great.
Greg Eakins
Our employer generously provides lunch for their 200 employees every Thursday. Detroit Eatery is one of our favorites! Their food is always hot and fresh and we look forward to their chicken & lamb plates, plus they make an amazing vegetarian plate as well. Very filling & delicious. I recommend them highly.
Cheryl OBryant
Honestly, I wish I could give this place more stars. Believe pretty much everything you've read here! The food is so flavorful and hot & fresh! Everything was just as good as the last! The beef patties though??? LIFE CHANGING. So flakey and crispy (in the best way) on the outside and tender, flavorful beef on the inside! Service was absolutely top notch. There are not enough characters to accurately explain how ✨ immaculate ✨ the vibes are! The same could be said for the atmosphere. It's the perfect little corner spot for any casual occasion at any time of day! The little outdoor seating area is right up our alley! Truly one of the Best Spots in Downtown RO!
Madison Keffer
200 W 5th St, Royal Oak, MI 48067, USA
D'amato's restaurant
4.5
(796)
Chic eatery with an upscale vibe offers rustic Italian fare, an extensive wine list & live music.
Reviews:
Went out for a date night and the place was good. Had the cheese bread for an app, wife had the gnocchi and I had the chicken parmeson. Gnocchi was excellent; chicken parmeson was a little bland for my taste. Had the sugar donuts as our dessert and those are amazing.
Casey Wolven
This has been my friend’s favorite brunch spot for years. This is my 2nd or 3rd time going here with her family. She always gets a Spanish coffee and I always get the $4 mimosas! The drinks cant be beat and neither can the food. I tried the breakfast burrito for the first time today. HANDS DOWN, the best breakfast burrito I have ever had in Michigan. Holy moly it was so good. My friend always gets the rancheros and it is her favorite. The staff are always so kind and the service is speedy. We absolutely love this place for brunch and would recommend to all.
Emily Henderson
A wonderful staple in Royal Oak. We love it's food and atmosphere! It's connection to a Good Night Gracie is perfect! My salmon was one of the best!
Geoff Yaros
First time here for brunch. Delicious! Recommend the asparagus, sun dried tomato and chèvre omelette.
Madelyn King
This is a take out or delivery spot, no room for eating in. They are often quite busy, so you should order ahead or expect to wait a while. The pizza is DELICIOUS! Even slices are made to order. The sandwiches are great too, I highly recommend this spot!
carbon F
222 Sherman Dr, Royal Oak, MI 48067, USA
Alchemi
4.4
(180)
Sophisticated restaurant serving elevated cocktails & an Asian-inspired menu of gourmet dishes.
Reviews:
I really enjoyed the vibe of this restaurant. It felt very cozy, intimate and romantic. However, the best part was the service. Our waiters Christopher and Sammy where phenomenal, they offered great and honest recommendations, were super attentive and made sure we enjoyed our visit. This is a great spot for a date night, unique drinks and yummy food. They also have outdoor seating which is always a plus!
Jennifer Cotto
The interior is awesome, the food is delicious and service is delightful. We had a few appetizers, including the gruyere spread and the stuffed dates, which we highly recommend. The thai ribs were a bit too dry for me, but still tasty. The beef strudel was so buttery, interesting and filling. The cocktails were great - with extra points for the smoked old fashioned. The ambiance is lovely, reminded us of some of our favorite Detroit vibes and buildings. We’ll definitely be back.
Diana Caverly
Wonderful dining experience here with lovely ambiance, lighting, relaxing background music and voice levels, great food, wine and friendly, attentive service. Great, interesting appetizers, entrees.
Garry Post
This whole dining experience for the 4 of us from start to finish was fantastic! Drinks, appetizers, entrees and dessert were all equally as delicious! The menu was priced right and our server Rachel was very professional! It was very refreshing to see the chef/owner walk the dining room to make sure you had an enjoyable experience! A 100% must try!
Mark E
Such a good restaurant. I came here for the first time recently and everything was amazing. We received really great service and our server was very attentive. Our drinks were very tasty and arrived to our table very quickly. We ordered the burnt ends for an appetizer which were soooo tasty! Both our entrées were delicious. For dessert we had the cherry creme brulee, which was perfect!
Hannah Traynor
215 S Main St, Royal Oak, MI 48067, USA