Bankok Express
Great spot for good Thai food. Generally they will get you in / out in 30 minutes and you won?t spend more than $10 on your meal. I will say I stopped in last week and waited 30 minutes for my food. But that was really out of the ordinary. The staff has always been very friendly. The steamed tofu is terrific. It really is fresh. Be sure to try their pad thai it?s great. They also have another interesting dish ? drunken noodle. The noodles are thicker. Really good. It?s good to have a referral on a dish, because everything on the menu sounds like it?s going to be the same ? noodle, chicken/beef/tofu, spices. Atmosphere isn't anything fancy. But overall Bankok Express is a great find.
Lepanto
A Royal Oak secret. This place has fabulous dinners. Great Italian food. Hefty portions will not leave you feeling hungry. Prices are moderate. Great atmosphere ? can get a little loud when it?s crowed. It?s sometimes difficult to hear the person you?re with. There are plenty of seating options ? tables, bar, and booths. Dimly lit, this can also be a very romantic spot. Be sure to try the finocchio salad. Servers are very knowledgeable when it comes to the menu and the many wine options.
Lilly's Seafood
Great mom and pop restaurant! Be sure to check out the Bloody Mary Bar ? it?s the best! It comes with many options to build that perfect cocktail. Everything you can imagine. It goes great with their weekend brunch. Definitely worth checking on the shrimp/eggs benedict. It was so good. Service was great too. They host a wine club throughout the year as well as a beer club. They make all of their own beer. Great menu. Lots of seafood. They offer a great happy hour special as well ? apps are half off. And they?re all good
circus shop
What a great children?s store. Located in Petoskey this shop offers a wide variety of boys and girls clothing. Infants through little kids. You will definitely find something for your child probably more than you thought. Prices are a little more than department stores. They gift wrap too. And be sure to ride the toy horse that sits right outside the store. That?s probably where your kids will be playing while you shop! The workers are always very helpful in finding sizes, making suggestions and getting you on your way.
larry kulin sr construction
Located in Macomb Twp Kulin Construction is a family owned business specializing in home building. They are very collaborative and are genuinely committed to exceeding your expectations. Their work is wonderful. I?ve known a few bids to come in high, but again, they?re willing to work with you. They stand behind their work as well.
Legs Inn
A landmark in northern Michigan. They serve authentic Polish food a top a cliff that is nestled along Lake Michigan. Food is fantastic. Both indoor and outdoor seating. I suggest outside for the fabulous view. Staff is great fun. Some of them are hired interns from Poland. They help create the unique experience. They close down for the winter. They have live music on Sundays ? Jellyroll Band. They?re a lot of fun to dance to.
Sprout
A relatively new children?s store located in Royal Oak this shop offers unique, hip clothing for children. It has an LA ? West Coast feel. Prices are moderate. But you won?t see your kids wearing the same thing all others are wearing. Also be on the lookout for a line called, ?Motor City Baby? a clothing line unique to Detroit, designed by a local Center for Creative Studies student. It?s very fun! The whole store is fun. Very fresh for the area.
Hullaballo
This was a well needed store in Royal Oak. This store offers maternity and infant clothing (toddler clothes are coming 9/06) that is fashionable and yet, affordable. They also offer sizes that are hard to find ? petites and tall. Great selection in a very quaint store (very cozy) located downtown Royal Oak. Watch out for their sales ? they have great prices. All of the clothing is really adorable. Closed Sundays and only open till 5 during the week.
Little Daddy's
Need to get in and out quick? This place turns and burns. Setting is cafeteria style. All the tables are very close together. They have a huge menu ? everything from breakfast, to gyros, chicken sandwiches and salads. Prices are competitive. Lunch will run you about $10-12 dollars. Great desserts. Friendly wait staff. Always busy! You can also eat at the bar as well if you?re in a bit of a hurry.
Nello's Eatery
Friendly little spot located at the south end of Woodward in Royal Oak. Great spot to bring the kids. They?re very accommodating. The menu covers a wide variety of food. Try the tuna pita ? it?s delicious. Always pretty crowded. Atmosphere is nothing to write home about ? diner style. But bigger. Very friendly service. Prices are minimal. Get you in and out quick.
