jlm_mi

I'm meeting a friend for an early dinner one night next week (early in the week, probably). I'm coming from Livonia and she's coming from Rochester, so we figured Southfield would be a good meeting place. Unfortunately, neither of us knows Southfield at all, so we're looking for restaurant recos. I've seen this thread:

http://www.fodors.com/forums/threads...1&tid=34452823

and Sweet Lorraine's sounds like it could work, but most of the others are either not where we want them to be or too pricey.

Can anyone recommend a good restaurant in that area where we can have a nice chat (no loud music or really loud atmosphere) and eat sandwiches/salads or entrees in the under $15 category? Preferably not a large chain - something more local. At this point, no particular cuisine is preferred or out - I'm flexible, and not sure what she'd like to eat, so I'd love to offer up any ideas anyone has.

Thanks!

jlm_mi

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mikesmom

Not in Southfield, but what about the Red Coat Tavern in Royal Oak (on Woodward between 13 and 14 Mile Roads). Great burgers and sandwiches -- works with your budget and definitely not a chain. Have a bowl of their clam chowder - it's so good!

jlm_mi

Thanks for the suggestion. It sounds like good food, but so far the reviews I've found say it's way overpriced. I'll keep looking into it, but would love any other suggestions.

parisinspring

The Front Room in Berkley (12mile between Greenfield and Coolidge) is a great casual place. They have outdoor patio seating and a great martini menu also.

jlm_mi

That's sounding like a great idea. Thanks!