Royal Oak · Oakland County, MI

Where to eat in Royal Oak

Scout analyzed 36 Royal Oak places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food.

Places analyzed

36

Matches

20

Typical spend

$50

Typical visit

1.3 hr

Scout-verified spots

Nightlife

Universal Nonstop

Universal Nonstop is a large indoor playground offering multiple activities like go-karts, arcade games, and bowling, suitable for a 2-3 hour family outing. Expect to spend $20-$50 per person on entry and activities.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
★ 3.8$20–$50 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Blind Owl Royal Oak

Food & Drink

Blind Owl Royal Oak

Food
1.3 hr visit
Royal Oak Roast

Food & Drink

Royal Oak Roast

FoodShopping
45 min visit
Jim Brady's Royal Oak

Food & Drink

Jim Brady's Royal Oak

Landmark bar & eatery offering American grub, cocktails & live music amid playful, mod decor.

FoodCocktails
1.5 hr visit
Lily's Seafood Grill & Brewery

Food & Drink

Lily's Seafood Grill & Brewery

Cozy seafood spot brews its own beers & sodas plus hosts a weekly all-you-can-eat fish fry.

FoodCocktails
1.5 hr visit
beppé

Food & Drink

beppé

Food
1.3 hr visit
D'Amato's Restaurant

Food & Drink

D'Amato's Restaurant

Chic eatery with an upscale vibe offers rustic Italian fare, an extensive wine list & live music.

Food
1.3 hr visit
Ale Mary's Royal Oak

Nightlife

Ale Mary's Royal Oak

Chill gastropub with eclectic bar bites & whiskey flights, plus weekend brunch & an outdoor patio.

FoodCocktails
1.5 hr visit
Detroit Eatery

Food & Drink

Detroit Eatery

Modest counter-serve spot offering international eats including curry, pizza & Mediterranean plates.

Food
1.3 hr visit
Royal Oak Taphouse

Nightlife

Royal Oak Taphouse

American grill offering a wide-ranging menu, lots of craft beer & weekday happy hour in comfy digs.

FoodCocktails
1.5 hr visit
Hotel Royal Oak

Nightlife

Hotel Royal Oak

Vintage-chic rooms & suites in a trendy hotel offering free Wi-Fi & breakfast, plus a lobby lounge.

FoodCocktailsLive music
1.5 hr visit
Oak City Grille

Nightlife

Oak City Grille

Neighborhood bar & grill offering American favorites, a happy hour & live music in relaxed environs.

FoodCocktails
1.5 hr visit
Tom's Oyster Bar

Food & Drink

Tom's Oyster Bar

Charming surf 'n' turf stop with check tablecloths & a wood bar is best known for its clam chowder.

FoodCocktails
1.5 hr visit
Johnny's Speakeasy

Nightlife

Johnny's Speakeasy

FoodCocktails
1.5 hr visit
HopCat

Food & Drink

HopCat

Woodwork-filled brew pub with a massive beer list offering creative pub fare & brunch items.

FoodCocktails
1.5 hr visit
Seven Sundays Coffee - Royal Oak

Food & Drink

Seven Sundays Coffee - Royal Oak

FoodShopping
45 min visit
Café Muse

Food & Drink

Café Muse

Bright, cozy European-style eatery offers locally focused comfort food & beer amid local art.

FoodCocktails
45 min visit
O.W.L.

Food & Drink

O.W.L.

Late-night diner serving creative takes on Mexican-American comfort food in industrial-chic digs.

Food
1.3 hr visit
Rail & Anchor

Shopping

Rail & Anchor

FoodShopping
1 hr visit
Alchemi

Food & Drink

Alchemi

Sophisticated restaurant serving elevated cocktails & an Asian-inspired menu of gourmet dishes.

FoodCocktails
1.5 hr visit

Outdoors

Patio, trail, or open-air.

What Scout found

  • 20 of the 36 analyzed Royal Oak places fit food.
  • 5% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 100% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Playful, Social.

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