You know I wanted to love Whalburgers. I really did. Upon first walking in, with the bright colors, fun selfie areas, fun decor and friendly staff it certainly started out great. We came one day for lunch as we sometimes do at work to celebrate a birthday. Today we were celebrating mine and Johns! YAY … Read more
We went to lunch at the (newer) Jolly Pumpkin in Royal Oak for lunch. Sad, I know, going to a brewery on lunch when we can’t enjoy the beer, but I have to say the food was good. Jolly Pumpkin is a chain brewery with locations across Michigan and in Chicago. They have unusual offerings … Read more
We spent a work birthday lunch at Lockhart’s BBQ. I know I post a lot about my “work lunches”. Don’t judge, or be jealous, I work for a great place that celebrates everyone’s achievements, even if it is just the anniversary of being born. Lockhart’s BBQ is typical of Royal Oak businesses with the industrial … Read more
Went to the Town Tavern in Royal Oak for a company lunch. I know what you are all thinking, that I eat out for lunch a lot. Yes I do, what of it!? LOL. How else am I going to get fodder for the blog? The Town Tavern has great ambiance. A modern take on … Read more
To celebrate a co-worker’s birthday my company, the whole lot of us, went to lunch Jim Brady’s in Royal Oak to celebrate. The restaurant accommodated the large (25) person group we had, and had a table waiting and set for us. The waitstaff was friendly and efficient. Jim Brady’s has a whole section on their … Read more
The day after we went to Bastone Brewery Omar actually agreed to go to Royal Oak again! Was it he is warming up to the food diversity there, or was it just because our friends Ray and Denise suggested it? It was funny, because Denise and I made tentative plans to meet at Mr. Paul’s … Read more
You may remember my previous Bastone Brewery Post (read here). We went for lunch during work, so I was unable to sample or review the beer. I finally was able to drag Omar to Royal Oak. Begrudgingly, he agreed to go to the “biggest pain in the butt city to park”. As I now work … Read more
Friday I went to B Spot burgers in Royal Oak for lunch. B Spot is Michael Symon’s (of Food Network Fame) burger joint. Being Michael Symon’s restaurant, I expected an exceptional experience. The restaurant touts that is has been voted best burgers in America in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2014. As this is 2015, I … Read more
I grabbed a carry out from Niki’s Restaurant in Royal Oak. I tried to like this place. I really did. It would be nice to frequent a local place and support that local family owned business. I popped in to order my carry out instead of calling it in – was getting gas and decided … Read more
Went to the new Boukie’s Grill for a work lunch on Wednesday. Boukie’s is in Royal Oak at 11 Mile and Main and touts itself as a “Fine Mix of American, Greek and Lebanese Food”. They have a large menu, and a smaller restaurant. In nicer weather, they have a patio where you can eat … Read more
