Top 15 Affordable Restaurants in Royal Oak, MI

Nicole My husband and I stopped in today. We were seated quickly and our server was very nice and professional. It was our first time dining here. The Bruschetta bread needed to be a little more crispy for my taste, but still good. I had a beet salad which was delicious and our pasta/chicken dinners were very good. Overall it was a nice atmosphere and the owner stopped by to see how things went. He was nice.

Michael Shane Please use real maple syrup and higher quality jelly. For this review, it’s all about the condiments. Considering the high prices of the food, which is great by the way, the condiments are sub par. You can afford real maple syrup for your tables instead of log cabin corn sugar fake syrup, and high fructose jelly.

Hannah Berger The breakfast club in Royal Oak is delicious and cozy, with the best service! Our server Yael was so friendly and took care of everything we needed with kindness and speed. The Kelly bowl and the pancakes were out this world. The chocolate strawberries were such a thoughtful touch as well.

Brandoe FULL FOCUSED MEDIA "Everything about The Great Dane was fantastic! I had a burger and a salad, and both were fresh, flavorful, and hit the spot. The drinks were excellent—perfectly made and very refreshing. The staff is completely friendly and provided top-notch service from start to finish. It’s a great spot with a welcoming vibe. Highly recommend!"

Monica Jackson 1st time visiting. Very nice, quaint coffee house. I had a mango smoothie that came with WHIPPED CREAM on top! The was a first. And it was sooo delicious! I really appreciated and enjoyed the gluten free banana bread. Overall a great meet-up place.

Nolan G Excellent lunch here today! Sarah was great and super friendly and did a great job explaining everything on the menu. 2 of us got the fish and chips which were out of this world good, the curry mayo is incredible. My mom got the burger and I got the rigatoni. Both excellent items. The rigatoni is fresh pasta and definitely makes the dish next level. Look forward to our next visit!

Chelcie Bennett Spectacular little spot we found ! Fantastic food while we watched the lions game ! We all had the best food and service ! Our waitress was on top of everything and super nice ! Definitely will be back !

Sandra Reed-Gibson What an amazing night at Royal oaks best Speakeasy ever the drinks were amazing the food was extraordinary please get the lamb chops they are to die for. The host was very nice that entertainment was off the chain with Charles and Gwen scales the bartender was not just beautiful she has a beautiful personality and she made beautiful drinks.

Edward Hegemann First time coming here, and we were thoroughly impressed. The food was excellent—every dish was full of flavor and beautifully prepared. It is a bit on the pricey side, but absolutely worth it for the quality and overall experience. Our waitress, Sheila was outstanding. We came with a group of nine, and she managed everything effortlessly. She was attentive without being intrusive, quick to follow up on anything we needed, and genuinely pleasant from start to finish. Her service alone made the evening feel special. The atmosphere was truly one of a kind. Spanish Christmas music played softly in the background the entire time, creating a warm and festive vibe. Combined with the beautiful Christmas lights decorating the restaurant, it made the whole place feel magical and inviting. We’ll definitely be returning the next time we’re in town. Highly recommended!

Zophael Ray Every time I come here, I leave very full and happy. The Brasserie Burger is a favorite, as well as their pot de crème, but my absolute must-have every time is the clam chowder. I always get a pint to take home with me for later. The restaurant itself accurately portrays a tavern atmosphere. If you’re in Royal Oak, definitely give it a try.

Brandon Slaughter Keirah was wonderful, I loved the drinks, the ambiance and music. Its not often that you get good service in this area but I was treated with respect. Next time Ill try Johnnys downstairs. Im glad I stayed upstairs this time!

Karen Such a cute diner. Mostly counter seats with two small tables that seat 4 each. Not a big menu but they have items you won’t see anywhere else. If I see chilaquiles on the menu I always order them since I have been searching for the best in the Detroit area. Well today I found them. Home made chips, eggs cooked perfectly yummy thinly sliced radishes and jalapeños. The BEST CHILAQUILES IN THE AREA. Looking forward to trying the grilled cinnamon roll which seemed to be a favorite for a lot of customers. Breakfast dishes come with Texas toast and cilantro potato’s that made me want to order another meal before I left. A lot of carry outs were being made by the kitchen which seemed to have a very organized method for arranging the pick ups. Don’t let the size of the 24 hour diner scare you off. The food is exceptional and the employees clearly love their jobs. Lunch for two was $22.00 amazing for the quality of food

Nancy Ly The restaurant is very cute, feels like Thailand! Authentic and everyone is so friendly! Food was delicious! Can’t wait to eat again!!! Photos don’t do this little place justice. A must try if you’re in the area!

Lindsay Gottschalk It’s been on my holiday bucket list to check out “Jingle” at Ale Mary’s! The themed menu and decor definitely illuminates the ultimate festive atmosphere! They are definitely busy on the weekends so be prepared to wait. We ended up finding a seat at the bar where we received friendly service and our food arrived promptly and hot! I greatly enjoyed my chicken and waffles, the chicken was freshly battered and the waffles were perfectly crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside. My guy enjoyed his chorizo hash but said it is VERY spicy so if you are appeased by spice, that is your thing! The playfully named holiday cocktails are served in a variety of fun glasses and we tried the “You’ll shoot your eye out” which was fruity and refreshing!

Rachelle Dorst Everything about this place was amazing. Our Hibachi Chef, Tony, made our experience perfect. Our family will definitely be coming back.