We stopped into Ferndale's TOAST one weekday morning about 1030 am. Parking on the street was easy,…read morethough i think there's limited parking behind the eatery as well. The restaurant entrance dining area was nearly empty so we were invited to sit wherever we were comfortable. The place is beautifully decorated with toasters, art and flowers. Very clean too! I noticed the placement of noise-reducing, anechoic ceiling panels - very helpful when there's a full house of noisy patrons! The staff we interacted with were friendly, unobtrusive and knowledgeable about menu options. Another plus. I ordered a "hair of the dog" Breakfast Shot with accompanying OJ and bacon. It was delicious! My full order "Salmon Toast" loaded with lox, tomato, red onion, capers and cream cheese was HUGE, and tasted great! The toasted bread was warm and crusty too. Know that the other half of that sandwich came home with me for second meal. Price point is reasonable for the quality and quantity of the food and beverage options. I definitely recommend Toast in Ferndale.

This was my first time visiting Toast after hearing so many great things about the food. When we…read morewere seated, I noticed crumbs on the table and politely asked the waitress if she could wipe it down. She responded that she already had, but I pointed out that there were still crumbs there. She seemed irritated, so I even offered to wipe it myself if she gave me the towel. She then asked me to show her where the crumbs were and wiped them off. Unfortunately, her attitude throughout the interaction was very rude and unprofessional. My sister then asked to speak with a manager. When the manager came over, the other ladies in our group also mentioned the waitress's attitude. Instead of addressing our concerns professionally, the general manager became defensive and stated that the waitress did not have a nasty attitude. He then told us that if we wanted to leave, we could leave because he was not going to be bothered with us. He took our menus and asked us to leave simply because we requested that the table be cleaned properly. I would love to see better service and customers treated with respect! Ms Cheryl W.

I had never been here before. I live in the neighborhood and wanted to give it a try! I was meeting…read morea longtime friend (after a hiatus) for dinner, so we had a lot of catching up to do. Our server was so nice and understanding about the vibe we had and gave us enough space to chat and not make us feel rushed (there weren't that many people in the restaurant at the time). The food was decent (4 star) but the server we had made this a 5 for me.

Recently went to attend a meetup here. Had to wait around 30 minutes as a huge party was clearing…read moreout. The inside is no frills but service was excellent with our waitress handling multiple checks. My jerk chicken dish over rice was a bit dry and too mildly spiced for my liking. The sesame wings were delicious. Beer selection was superb. Very casual vibe with ok food. Recommend $$

Oh my, what a difference in the past decade! I completely forgot I previously left them a…read moremediocre review over a decade ago. Since then, this place has become our local go to. The servers are all well trained, and highly professional. The food is fantastic. The menu is the standout; it is very creative and has something for everyone. Let's start with their breakfast. This is probably the best breakfast/brunch place in town. Too bad they're only open weekends for breakfast. Whenever we have family back in town or friends from out of town, this is our go to place. Casual relaxed, friendly with quality food. If you haven't been here for breakfast, I would highly recommend it. The only comment I have is they don't open for breakfast until a little bit later in the morning. Usually, there is a line out out front waiting for them to open. We've had most things on the menu and to be truthful, not one thing has disappointed. Dinner: we don't get here too often for dinner because in my mind, this is our go to breakfast place. Last week we tried it for dinner and again, very pleasantly surprised at the professionalism of the wait staff, the quality of the food, and the overall dining experience. Whoever transformed his place from a hipster beer hall to a quality dining experience did a great job. Kudos to them!

Seems like a pretty solid variety of pub food. My BLT was good; generous thick-cut bacon, arugula…read moreis a nice touch. I thought the garlic aoli would be weird at first, but it grew on me. Their onion rings are VERY good. Fries advertised as hand-cut: turns out that means a pretty traditional fry size and shape (we were worried they'd be like steak fries). They LOOKED good, but could be a good deal crispier. So docking a bit for fry quality. Everywhere is expensive now, but this place doesn't feel like it's earning what they charge.

Great service sitting at the bar for an early afternoon brunch on a Saturday! Drinks were…read morewell-made and the food was delicious. Good portion of shrimp in the appetizer spicy Shrimp and the dressing on the mixed greens served under the shrimp is to-die-for! I wanted a bowl to take home. Lol Great spot in downtown ferndale. Will be back!

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.

I had a really great experience here. Fun place for friends and family to spend time with playing…read moreboard games from the past and present. Nice service and the ambiance is very cool. I had the corn bread which I was expecting it to taste like Jiffy, or southern plain, but it was unique, with corn bits inside. I enjoyed what it was trying to do, but too buttery and creamy for my taste. I want to give 4 stars because the prices were kind of high. $20 for burger and fries, but the experience beats all

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.

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!

I was in the mood for a hamburger and decided Jim Brady's was going to be the place…read more Historically, I enjoyed the inferno burger-- this burger was removed for whichever reason; however, it was back as a special! I ordered the inferno burger without hesitation. It was as I recall, a nice meat patty, with the bacon, crispy onions, spicy aioli and just wonderful. I hope they will soon add it back to the menu. The draft beers and craft cocktails were tasteful. I literally called my sister and said the burger is back you can go back and try it haha! Until next time Jim Brady!

Came here for a quick lunch and was met with exceptional service and hospitality. Have been here in…read morethe past for dinner (birthdays and events) and it can definitely get busy! Our food came out quick and first couple bites were good. Only thing bad about the sandwiches/burgers were that they fell completely apart after a couple bites.

Adorable brewery with good food and excellent beer. I ordered a flight and liked everything on…read moreit. I was surprised at how much I enjoyed the fruited sours- which I generally don't like. The pizza was excellent! Tasty and filling. Overall a great place to connect with friends and try unusual but delicious beers.

I stopped here for lunch and got a wrap and a latte. The warp was delicious and tasted clean. The…read morechips were not good, next time I will get fries.

Just had key lime something was phenomenal. Highly…read moreRecommend. Great atmosphere great bartender Joe. Highly recommend

We stopped in on a Saturday evening and this place was already busy and packed. Luckily, we found a…read morespot at the bar where service was a little slow but friendly. My espresso martini was simply average. However, my husband's drink was absolutely delicious. It was called a Naruto's Express.

A nicer version of a dive bar, with everything clean and in good condition. Staff is nice, small…read moretap list. Small sidewalk patio area. Sports TVs. Parking is an issue, very limited Woodward parking otherwise parking down a long side street.

If you don't mind paying an extra $2 for ice, please stop by. Uneventful, suce bar with, billiards,…read moreair hickey and a dj booth.