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    Jim Brady's

    3.8 (646 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    First visit to Jim Bradys since moving to R.O. I was seated upon my arrival. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The music is at a level you can carry a conversation without yelling. Our server was amazing. She made several suggestions that were top notch.

    Charlie Brown burger
    Jody K.

    My sister & I had dropped my nephew & his wife off at the zoo for a Summer Sips event, so we decided to have dinner nearby. My sister suggested Jim Brady's which she'd only been to for lunch. So, she made a reservation and arrived right on time. We were seated right away. The first thing we noticed was how LOUD it was. It's good that we didn't have a lot to talk about because we couldn't really hear each other over the noise. My sister ordered the Baja fish tacos. She explained to the server that she can't have peppery spice, so they were going to leave that out of the corn elote side dish. But, it was still too peppery & spicy for her. However, she enjoyed the tacos. I ordered the Charlie Brown -- a cheeseburger with bacon, pickles, onion and tomato. It came with some nicely seasoned fries, which I gave to my sister, since she couldn't eat the corn. The burger was pretty good. We had a lot of time to kill, and we rarely order dessert, so we decided to eat only half of our entrees and get the s'mores for two. Unfortunately, they were out of those. BUT, they did have a dessert called The Temptation which looked good, so we got that instead. It was really good, really rich, and I doubt that one person could eat it alone. I liked the food much better this time than I apparently did the last time, but the noise really is deafening, which really turns me off. I will have to remember that should this restaurant be suggested again.

    House salad
    E C.

    What I really like about this place is the service. Everyone was just so nice and attentive to us. We all really enjoyed it. Food was good too, especially liked their Tachos appetizer.

    Whitefish dip.
    Jim I.

    Clean, inviting, and classy with a nod to family, nostalgia, and fun. This was our first observation upon entering Jim Brady's on August 10th, 2025. We live about 50 miles from Royal Oak and come to the area for shopping and dining twice a year. We enjoyed our meal so much we went back the next morning. I cannot remember the last time that every single thing that we ordered was top notch. From the drinks to the appetizers to the main course to the dessert. Including the friendly personable service not only from the greeter but the bartenders the manager and the chef. My wife used the word phenomenal. The kindness shown was unprecedented. My wife is not into waffles or pancakes however the carrot cake waffles featured are an old family recipe and my wife loved them and cannot stop thinking about them. The carrot cake dessert was in a class by itself. Speaking of best of... my wife says the risotto was the best she's ever had as well. The Scallops were seared and cooked perfectly. The smoked white fish dip as an appetizer was incredible too! It's sad that we live so far away but next time we're in town we are coming back. We wish to thank everyone involved those two days for such a wonderful experience. Our tummies, taste buds, and hearts left happy. Six Stars * * * * * * here. Not Five

    Casey M.

    Great little spot with great service and great nightly specials and HH menu. We had a girls HH night on a Wednesday and it is 1/2 off bottles of wine all day. That, paired with their great 1/2 off shareables & apps (excluding the shrimp) was a great deal, portions were the same size as normal menu items and I could've easily had 2-3 apps myself and been full. We sat at the bar and our bartender was awesome, got our food in before HH was over and was attentive and helpful. Will definitely be back, and a solid spot to watch some games at the bar.

    Very crispy fish and chips. Fish not oily.
    Yolanda A.

    Server Scott, was awesome. Had answers to all our questions and very pleasant. Gave samples of the chicken pot pie soup and it was delicious. We ordered 3. Food was hot and delicious! Free parking a Big Plus.

    Grandma's fried chicken poppers, honey ricotta spread with honey bread and Caesar salad
    Marissa C.

    Overall, delicious! I came here for a short celebration! They had delicious champagne along with some appetizers. They have happy hour M-F 3-6pm! The ricotta was not my favorite but tasted decent: the Caesar salad had a very heavy anchovy taste which is a little different. The chicken poppers were the best and arrived freshly fried!

    Short Ribs
    Ivy A.

    We had a wonderful dinner with my in laws tonight. My salmon and veggies were delicious and had a beautiful presentation. My husband splurged on the short ribs and was glad he did! In laws had a St Patrick day special and the original burger. All phenomenal.

    7 Mile Caesar
    K M.

    Our group of four thoroughly enjoyed our lunch today at Jim Brady's Detroit, located in Royal Oak! Our server, Emily was patient, attentive and knowledgeable of menu recommendations to suit our desires. I had an Irish coffee which was good. I found the spicy chili absolutely delicious! The Caesar Salad with Brady's dressing was divine! The City of Royal Oak offers very little free, onsite parking - especially restaurant establishments. Jim Brady's does though, and that's a big plus! Recommended!!

    Charlie Brown

    I'm super disappointed. I was looking forward to this lunch/dinner here. The first time I came here, it was just for drinks. Saw the menu and was impressed by the story and the menu selections. My one day off and I chose this disappointing experience. The ice tea tasted like lemon with water. Not richly brewed at all. Told the waitress and her reply was "I didn't make it" I ordered the Charlie Brown. Well-done. It came back raw in the middle. I am going to post this review on all platforms. I'm tired of bad service and bad food.

    Sherry L.

    Always the best of service and unique blend of flavors and ingredients on the menu at Jim Brady's. Today's lunch was fish tacos, and they were a celebration of flavor.

    My Big Fat Greek Turkey Burger.
    Brandon W.

    Not a huge fan of this location anymore because the manager was terrible on a couple occasions/visits. All the other staff was always amazing though, especially this one waiter (can't recall his name) who seemed to be known and popular with all the customers. Use to be my go to spot with the My Big Fat Greek Turkey Burger, The Boston Boulevard Waffle Puff and Nantucket Lobster Roll. Not anymore with all the menu changes.

    Just as you walk in. Oscar wouldn't like a sister so only can look. Meetup group brunch
    Ebenezer's Anni L.

    I have been here for dinner a couple of times and the group I was with enjoyed both the food and the service, so I decided to try a brunch with my group because I looked at the brunch menu last time I was here. Eggs Benedict gets me all the time. Set up a reservation on Open table so it was easy. Even with the heavy rain most of the group showed up. A couple had been here before and loved the food. The eggs Benedict was some of the best I ever had but didn't like the fried potatoes do to the spices used on them. Both did warm up well the next day. Service was friendly. Lots of parking in their own private parking lot. A rarity in Royal Oak. Owner is very homeless cat friendly along with the staff. Both told us about how ordering a piece of carrot cake feeds a cat a meal. All of us got a piece to go. I plan to set up another brunch with a another meetup group I help with. Look forward to coming back.

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    The food was delicious service was great very attentive and the ambiance was unique I love the red padded door at entrance we will be back.

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    Great food great service. Thanks again to our server Ryan she was amazing. Ordered the smoked white fish appetizer it was awesome

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    Food under cooked & service unprofessional tray another local spot in the city!!!!!!!!!!!

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    1.3 mi

    Did I hate it? Nah. Did I love it? Nah…read more Chic, cozy and clean. Service was good. Cocktails were average. Food was ok. Recommend the beignets. Do NOT recommend the shrimp and grits. Guessing it was just the wrong choice since it looks like the french toast is what they are known for. I'd only go back to see if they are anything to write about. But other than that, can check it off the list as been there, done it.

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    This is such a fun concept. Part sports bar, part games room, part axe throwing place. There is a…read morelot going on and somehow it all works. The food is not the main attraction here, but we thought it was surprisingly pretty good. The burger was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The garlic green beans were delicious, but the portion size was comical. There were seven tiny green beans on the plate. We did order a second round to get our fill of veggies. They have a "gamemaster" who helps you select from the hundreds of games they have available. You can reserve a game table online in advance for $3 per person and that reserves you two hours of game play time. The restrooms are a little nightmarish. Literally in a dark, damp basement. Other than that, really enjoyed our evening here.

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    The Corner Grill, Bar + Game Room - A vibrant game-night scene featuring guests enjoying food, drinks, and a massive wall of board games...

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    4.2(1.1k reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    If you're looking for one of the best brunch spots in Metro Detroit, do yourself a favor and head…read moreto The Fly Trap: a finer diner. Every dish we ordered was outstanding. The Huevos Rancheros were packed with bold, fresh flavors and cooked perfectly. The Charmoula Chicken was incredibly juicy with just the right amount of spice and herbs. The Crème Brûlée French Toast special was absolutely unforgettable--crispy caramelized sugar on top, rich custard flavor, and somehow indulgent without being over-the-top. And the burger? Easily one of the best diner burgers I've had--perfectly cooked, juicy, and loaded with flavor. Beyond the food, the atmosphere is quirky, welcoming, and exactly what you'd hope for from a "finer diner." The service was friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. Highly recommend!!!

    What a great brunch spot. I had breakfast at The Fly Trap with my parents last week, and it was a…read moretreat. It's got retro charm, great service, and a menu that is both classic and creative. What made it a great meal was that every food item was just so well prepared. I had their Green Eggs and Ham (poblano pesto and jack cheese scrambled eggs served with seared ham, spuds, and toast). My parents both ordered the Forager Rumble (mushrooms, caramelized onions, smoked gouda, and greens scrambled with eggs, served with spuds and toast), but my mom veganized it (with tofu and no cheese) and my stepdad egg white-d it. They make everything in house, down to their jams (the jam of the day was strawberry basil) and the hot sauces (they offer a range from mild to hot). I don't normally eat much of the toast served with breakfast plates, but with jam that good!? I ate that (well-buttered) toast! My green eggs and ham was a treat - retro, fun, and delicious. We also enjoyed a few cups of coffee each. On top of the great food, the service was great. The friendliest. This is just a charming spot for breakfast. I'd love to return!

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    I've had this place on my radar for quite a while, so we stopped in on a sunny Saturday morning…read morebefore heading to the Royal Oak Farmers Market, which is just a short away. They have a bunch of cute outdoor seating, so we asked to sit out there. Rachel was our server and she was great - very friendly and attentive! I ordered the Avocado Scramble, but I made a couple of modifications. Unfortunately they forgot to address them, but Rachel took care of that right away and the dish was very good. My wife had the Eggs Benedict, her favorite breakfast dish. She said it was very good and she particularly liked the potatoes that came with it. One final note (and this was not reflected in my rating): the seating in the outdoor section is pretty tight and a couple with a large dog was seated next to us. I'm not a big fan of people bringing dogs to restaurants, but if they are well behaved, I can deal with it. Unfortunately, at one point this dog got excited by a dog coming by on the sidewalk and jumped up and started barking at the others dog, just inches away from me. It was quite startling and its owner was not particularly apologetic. With such a confined space, I think this establishment may want to reconsider whether it allows dogs in their outdoor seating area.

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    Fourth Street Restaurant - My partner, who was very impressed by the meal.

    My partner, who was very impressed by the meal.

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    Jim Brady's - tradamerican - Updated September 2026

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