Guidebook for Royal Oak
Food Scene
Known for their pies, this bakery has the BEST scones. Rotating menu so every day is a surprise. They do sometimes sell out though, so earlier is better.
56 locals recommend
Sister Pie
8066 Kercheval AveKnown for their pies, this bakery has the BEST scones. Rotating menu so every day is a surprise. They do sometimes sell out though, so earlier is better.
The best, legitimate sushi in the area at a pretty reasonable price. It's small and tucked in the back of a Japanese grocery store. Can get busy, call in for takeout, or shop around while you wait.
15 locals recommend
Noble Fish
45 14 Mile RdThe best, legitimate sushi in the area at a pretty reasonable price. It's small and tucked in the back of a Japanese grocery store. Can get busy, call in for takeout, or shop around while you wait.
One of our favorite restaraunts in the area. Highly recommend the happy hour, but the steak is worth the hefty price tag.
22 locals recommend
Roast
1128 Washington BlvdOne of our favorite restaraunts in the area. Highly recommend the happy hour, but the steak is worth the hefty price tag.
Extremely solid Mexican food. The poblano soup and salmon is one my favorite meals in the area.
20 locals recommend
El Asador Steakhouse
1312 Springwells StExtremely solid Mexican food. The poblano soup and salmon is one my favorite meals in the area.
My Favorite restaurant. Extremely good noodles, or curry, whichever you prefer. Small, and likely a wait. Sign in when you arrive to get on the waiting list. The spicy tuna roll is different from any I've ever had.
Ajishin
42270 Grand River AveMy Favorite restaurant. Extremely good noodles, or curry, whichever you prefer. Small, and likely a wait. Sign in when you arrive to get on the waiting list. The spicy tuna roll is different from any I've ever had.
In the mood for pizza? Get some of the famous Detroit style deep dish pizza.
14 locals recommend
Green Lantern Pizza
28960 John R RdIn the mood for pizza? Get some of the famous Detroit style deep dish pizza.
Our favorite happy hour, from 3:45pm-6pm M-F. Huge portions, delicious drinks, great prices, lovely ambience.
14 locals recommend
Otus Supply
345 E 9 Mile RdOur favorite happy hour, from 3:45pm-6pm M-F. Huge portions, delicious drinks, great prices, lovely ambience.
Charlie's Restaurant
29084 N Campbell RdFriendly, solid diner right across the street!
For our long-term guests who want to cook a delicious meal, buy your quality, locally-sourced cheese and meat here! Or just stop by to try some samples!
Farm Field Table
1030 Woodward HeightsFor our long-term guests who want to cook a delicious meal, buy your quality, locally-sourced cheese and meat here! Or just stop by to try some samples!
Arts & Culture
Orchestra Hall
3711 Woodward AveDetroit Institute of Arts
5200 Woodward AveLarge collection of great art
Sightseeing
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy
600 Renaissance CenterDrive across the river and enjoy a picnic or bike ride here on a sunny day!
388 locals recommend
Belle Isle Beach
2 Inselruhe AveDrive across the river and enjoy a picnic or bike ride here on a sunny day!
Drinks & Nightlife
Motown's Dennis Coffey (especially known for the intro for "My Girl" by The Temptations) plays here on Tuesday evenings.
62 locals recommend
Northern Lights Lounge
660 W Baltimore StMotown's Dennis Coffey (especially known for the intro for "My Girl" by The Temptations) plays here on Tuesday evenings.
Oldest jazz club in the world! Bring some earplugs and get ready to enjoy a fun night.
56 locals recommend
Baker's Keyboard Lounge
20510 LivernoisOldest jazz club in the world! Bring some earplugs and get ready to enjoy a fun night.
Come here for a drink, some board games, and axe-throwing if you're in the mood!
18 locals recommend
The Corner Grill, Bar + Game Room
344 W Nine Mile RdCome here for a drink, some board games, and axe-throwing if you're in the mood!