Lately, the place in general just isn't hitting. The breakfast buffet felt more like a basic hotel…read moresetup than something I'd go out for, and while service was polite, it didn't stand out. The ambiance feels dated too, like it's missing that charm it used to have. I really think a refresh to the space and a step up on the food could bring it back. This used to be one of the best spots around and people want that again.

We had a reservation and came here for my moms birthday! They were busy but our server was very…read moreattentive and even gave my mom a free drink for her birthday. I got a side salad and a southwest wrap. The side salad was huge and has so many toppings with a really good creamy balsamic dressing. The wrap was phenomenal. It had a honey chipotle aioli that was creamy with a little kick to it. It was unlike anything I've tasted before and elevated a simple wrap. Not to mention the inside was wrapped in melted cheese. Overall this place can be busy and have slower service but this time we had no issues. The food is high quality and tastes above average. It is also in downtown Mt. Clemens so it's a nice to walk around afterwards.

Been awhile since I've eaten at Gumbo's. Gave it another try recently. The parking still sucks. The…read moreinterior has been remodeled and looks great, love the dark layout and the huge dining room, however the food remains touch and go. Certain dishes are great, others not. Got a huge bread basket that looked empty, when peering in, two small pieces of stale french bread smothered in Saran wrap were visible. Shame all that wasted space. C'mon Gumbo. Don't skimp on the bread. Serve it fresh too! During past dining experiences, the fried shrimp and hushpuppies were much larger. During this visit they were midget sized, like they were "cooking to a price point". That said, Gumbo's always excelled at frying and they tasted great. The fried catfish was dredged in cornmeal and flour. It tasted as good as catfish can taste, considering slimy-stank taste is natural to a bottom feeder and next to impossible to cook out. If you like catfish, gather up a chair, you're in the right place. The gumbo was watery with small dices of sausage and more midget shrimp. The broth had little taste. Mediocre gumbo is a misdemeanor violation. I wrote Gumbo's a ticket on that one. The cajun pasta was very good. In the old days they used bowtie pasta in a thick creamy sauce smacked with Cajun decadence and big ole' shrimps. Today they used penne (not a big deal, but it cheapens the dish) in a disappointly watery sauce with a few midget shrimp. It still tasted good but it quite clear at this point Gumbo's was cooking to a price point. The STAR OF THE SHOW was the shrimp crawfish etouffee. Wow! Thick, creamy, rich gravy with a heavenly base of toasted roux having notes of roasted peanut. They got that one right, midget shrimps and all. I want another bowl NOW! DIATRIBE ALERT: Service wasn't terrible but far from exceptional. The new generation of wait staff expects big tips for mediocre service, like we should should be honored by their presence. I always tip large despite my general grumpiness. Problem is, tipping culture has gotten out of hand. It's become a bottomless pit of greed. Front and back staff with their hands out perpetually. Cash registers programmed to induce tip guilt. Dirty looks for not tipping a carry-out order. CARRY-OUT RULES: If I don't sit down to eat, I ain't tipping your ass. Go back to Nursing School or something like that. Why should the customer pick up the slack for an industry refusing to pay employees a decent wage? SUMMARY: Love the vibe. Like the food. Gumbo's was clearly cooking to a price point. Midget shrimp? Sacriledge. New Orleans ain't like that.

We had a good experience with takeout from Gumbo's. From the photos, I knew I had to try the Mac &…read morecheese bites and the catfish appetizer. They did not disappoint. They both tasted like they were made in house and not from frozen. I would order these again any day. I also tried the shrimp po boy. The flavors were good, but the sandwich only had 6 shrimp. Po boys are supposed to be loaded up! I'd definitely go back and order the Mac and cheese bites and catfish appetizer, because they was amazing.

A cute little spot in SCS, and whole it doesn't carry the Johnny Black name officially, you can…read moredefinitely see the JB influence. Nice selection of beer and the cocktails look to be on point. Ordered the chicken wings and they were good. The sauce especially. I don't know that I'd go out of my way to eat here, but I wouldn't be against coming back.

The Sandbar is easy to miss if you're driving by. But, stop in and stay a while. You'll be glad you…read moredid. It wasn't busy, but it was still nice to get our order taken quickly after we sat down. The beer prices are reasonable, particularly on tap. But, my wife's Moscow Mule seemed a bit weak, and it cost more than the beer. The food arrived quickly, too, and everything was hot off the grill. My wife and I both got the salmon sliders. Each sandwich has a generous chunk of perfectly cooked salmon. I ordered the tater tots, which were amazingly crispy and flavorful. My wife got the same thing, with french fries. The fries are good, but I like the tots better. My daughter's mac & cheese was super cheesy and buttery, and just needed a little salt to make it perfect. My son got a burger with a fried egg on it, and he said it was nice and beefy. Prices were reasonable, too. And, there are big screen TVs wherever you look. I can see this becoming a regular stop for good food and drinks.

Excellent service from Alex and the pizza and cheese bread was good! Fun place. Highly recommend!!!read more

Been going here for years and one of our favorite places! We love the BBQ Chicken pizza, calamari,…read moreSlim Jim and steak bites!

I went here with a group for an outing. It's a nice place inside, lots of dark wood and…read morehigh-mounted TVs. We had one server for everyone, and she did a good job considering the circumstances. The food was fine, pretty standard pub fair. The soup was good, the fish and chips were ok. Unfortunately, a few weeks after this visit, they closed for good.

We came here on a Saturday night for a couple of birthdays. We had a reservation for 5:00 and were…read moresat promptly. The service was quite slow, we ended up leaving around 7:00. It took 20ish minutes to get drinks and refills. I had asked for a water several times and we had to end up sharing. We got chicken tenders, poutine and pierogi for appetizers. The poutine and chicken tenders were both amazing! The chicken was fresh and very good quality, it seemed to be hand breaded. The poutine had great flavor also! The pierogi was dry and not great, so I would skip those next time. For dinner I ordered the mac and cheese and French onion soup. The French onion soup was so salty it was inedible. The Mac and cheese was also disappointing. I thought it would be baked or have a sauce and it didn't. It reminded me more of a kids meal (but with adult prices) and was a small portion. Husband got the fish and chips and he enjoyed them, but said he wished they gave malt vinegar with them. Overall the service was slow and some dishes were great and some were not so great.

Service, food, and ambiance 5/5…read more The seafood appetizer was expertly prepared. In my experience, it is quite common to have swordfish served overcooked and tough. Not here! The swordfish was out of this world- tender, succulent, & well spiced. Even the saffron rice it was served upon was lovely. Hubby enjoyed the cracker crusted app pizza, as well. The wagyu burger was quite possibly the best burger I have ever enjoyed. Even the gluten free bun was, (dare I say), a stand out. Hubby's wagyu was served on a "normal" bun which he said was outstanding as well. It is called a Grown up Happy Meal. Finally, the truffle fries were prepared in what appeared to be in the classical, French way, that is, like pomme frites. The only down side to these fries was that I may not ever be able to go back to normal fries. Yes, that good. And served with aioli- my favorite. This dining experience was fantastic. Great friendly guests, too!

This place was recommended to me by a friend, so I was excited to try it. Nice ambience, they…read moreappeared to have two sides; One appears to be like a bar area and then the other side is like the dining room area. Both decorated beautifully. Perfect for family dinners, date nights, large, or small groups. Our waitress was very helpful and friendly. She really took my food allergy serious, which I truly appreciated. She made sure that she double checked with me on certain items to ensure that I received exactly what I wanted. The drinks were delicious & refreshing! Absolutely loved the green tea shots. I ordered the lamb chops, medium. They were very juicy and tender. However, they did need just a little bit more seasoning. Overall, delicious meal. I definitely will go back.

I recently called my mom to apologize for not calling her in a while. Things got busy, and I lost…read moretrack of time. Since my mom is so awesome, she told me this wasn't a problem. I feel a similar sense of guilt about how I've treated this restaurant. I've been here since Covid, but I should've updated my review. While I didn't like how they handled the pandemic (Faye acted like there was no pandemic), the food has always been amazing. And, it still is. I'm not happy that they don't have sandwiches anymore, unless you count hamburgers. But, I understand businesses need to simplify to stay profitable. I don't think lack of sandwiches is going to be a problem if they keep making the burgers this good. The beefiness is profound, and it shows that they are using fresh, high-quality meat. The mushroom and Swiss burger has a stack of sautéed mushrooms and a generous amount of Swiss. I really appreciate the waitress asking me first if I wanted mayo on it... mayo would've taken away from the robust flavors. I actually kept going "mm-mm" after each bite. And, look at the ridiculous amount of fries in my picture. These are seriously good fries. I do want to order the fish and chips next time. My daughter got them, and I'm glad she was willing to share. The whitefish has a sweetness you only get from fresh fish. And, the breading is crispy, and not the least bit greasy. My wife said she wasn't hungry (though she did have a bite of everything we ordered), so she ordered the cream of broccoli soup. It was wonderfully flavorful. As with everything else we ordered today, we would be happy to order it again. The service was excellent, and I don't mind the no-frills setting. There's no way you'd expect an old school bar to have food this good. Coming here during happy hour also helped. A strong Moscow Mule cost $10, and my 22 ounce Guinness only cost $8. Sorry, Your Mothers. I definitely won't neglect you for so long next time.

I thought they were going to make my mom cook food but Noo apparently some chef does…read more Over all great atmosphere though

Stopped into Mr. Paul's for the first time since the ownership change, and everything was…read moreexcellent. Walking inside feels like stepping back in time, and the classic atmosphere really adds to the experience. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming from start to finish. Busy spot, but definitely worth the wait. The tableside Caesar salad is a must. It was fun to watch it being made and tasted amazing. The Special Baked Potato is another thing you should order. It is like a twice baked potato with a crispy outside and a creamy, flavorful filling. I know it is a steakhouse, but the Sautéed Chicken Piccata was absolutely delicious and I would highly recommend it. Everyone at our table loved their meals, and we finished with the crème brûlée and Oreo cake for dessert. Both were delicious, but the crème brûlée was my favorite. Looking forward to coming back!

Total 70's vintage. Dark, bricky, loud, cramped dining experience. This place has been here…read moreforever. PROS: Great 70's vibe. 70's menu. Excellent 70's style service too. Nice bread basket. Handmade table-side Caesar salad $17 for four servings. Good French onion soup, chops and lobster tail. The sour cream for the baked potato contained fresh cut chive. Delicious. CONS: Weird parking, seating cramped like sardines. Saturday evening dining room was LOUD! Could barely converse. Food is expensive: Tomahawk steak $90+. Ribeye $55+. New York Strip $50+. Most everything was ala carte. Disappointed that the Sander's hot fudge cream puff did not contain hot fudge anywhere near the taste and quality of the old Sanders recipe. Cream puff was stale too. A strong seafood smell permeated the entire restaurant. SUMMARY: Mr. Paul's Chophouse is a REAL restaurant for those special occasions. Total East side. Food is very good but not "great". Eat here for the old school vibe. Kudo's to the owners that keep it going.