  401don Member Username: 401don Post Number: 345 Registered: 11-2007 |
Just curious as to everyone's opinion on how this restaurant is doing. It's nicely designed yet not quite upscale enough for a classy night out. It's also not casual enough to have any energy. It has one flat screen in the corner which kind of sums up the whole place. It doesn't have a niche. With little activity on Woodward above CMart is it attracting a dinner crowd or surviving on business lunches? Should they try to market it differently? | ||
Mayor_sekou Member Username: Mayor_sekou Post Number: 2178 Registered: 09-2006 |
Ive been there and it is pretty classy. Food is good as well. Last time I was there which was on a Wednesday night it had a nice crowd especially since it is also a nightclub after midnight. I actually have to check it out again. | ||
Amgasper01 Member Username: Amgasper01 Post Number: 12 Registered: 02-2008 |
I have had a drink at over 95 places in Detroit (yes, I am keeping a list) and live three blocks from this place, yet I've never walked in. I tried to one Saturday afternoon but it wasn't open and all the other times I've walked by it looks boring as all hell. Stuffy, I guess you could say. Regardless, I hope they do well! | ||
Bobj Member Username: Bobj Post Number: 4305 Registered: 11-2003 |
I have had dinner there a few times, it actually isn't too bad. The food and service was great, just a little bit pricey. | ||
Warrenite84 Member Username: Warrenite84 Post Number: 288 Registered: 01-2007 |
I went there once per a recommendation. The food was ok art on a plate and way too expensive for what you get. There are too many other places downtown that provide better value for the money IMHO. | ||
Taj920 Member Username: Taj920 Post Number: 303 Registered: 01-2004 |
Went there for a party. I think my "bar" at home had more drink selections. Pretty disappointing. | ||
Genesyxx Member Username: Genesyxx Post Number: 885 Registered: 02-2004 |
Went there a couple of years ago. The layout is very classy and upscale, although the bar could be a bit bigger. Service has, and from what I've read in reviews, is still very slow. | ||
Cmubryan Member Username: Cmubryan Post Number: 568 Registered: 11-2003 |
Very expensive for what you get but a decent looking restaurant. Service was nothing special, in fact I had to ask like 3 people in order to get our bill since our waitress dissappeared. Also, not a varied selection really. | ||
Texorama Member Username: Texorama Post Number: 203 Registered: 12-2006 |
I like it. It is expensive, but for, say, meeting someone for drinks and appetizers after work on my birthday it fills the bill. The menu has a bit of local flavor. I also like looking at other people across the bar rather than a mirror--as the old country song says, I never go around mirrors. | ||
Detroitbill Member Username: Detroitbill Post Number: 586 Registered: 09-2006 |
I like the restaurant but I have to admit there are many others downtown I prefer. Still I hope it does well. The food was pretty good, nice atmosphere, service was so-so... | ||
Mind_field Member Username: Mind_field Post Number: 876 Registered: 10-2003 |
I've eaten at the Woodard once, the food was EXCELLENT. | ||
Spacemonkey Member Username: Spacemonkey Post Number: 336 Registered: 03-2006 |
What street is it on? | ||
Swingline Member Username: Swingline Post Number: 1075 Registered: 11-2003 |
An excellent choice for downtown dining that is casual but a little more upscale than places like DBC, Slows or Hard Rock. A very attractive room too. | ||
Gazhekwe Member Username: Gazhekwe Post Number: 1820 Registered: 08-2007 |
Looks like Woodward and Gratiot inside Compuware. www.woodwardrestaurant.com | ||
Rsa Member Username: Rsa Post Number: 1444 Registered: 10-2003 |
quote: it's on farmer. just like beaubien street saloon is on fort and the congress used to be on shelby. ;) | ||
401don Member Username: 401don Post Number: 346 Registered: 11-2007 |
Looks like most folks opinion is the same as mine. It's okay, but not on your favorites list. It's going to need a reincarnation in the long run unless a lot of Compuware workers are scooping up those $11 corn beef sandwiches. | ||
Kid_dynamite Member Username: Kid_dynamite Post Number: 491 Registered: 06-2007 |
Looking at the menu, I just did the math. The average dinner entree is $16. I guess I am confused. Why is this considered overpriced? | ||
Crew Member Username: Crew Post Number: 1412 Registered: 02-2004 |
Answer: Because these guys know how to drink. | ||
Mrsjdaniels Member Username: Mrsjdaniels Post Number: 787 Registered: 08-2005 |
oh boy...i'll share your comments with my friend - the owner...i think he'd be pleased to get constructive criticism to help him grow | ||
Detsfb Member Username: Detsfb Post Number: 6 Registered: 03-2008 |
I was in there for drinks yesterday evening and was not impressed. Upon ordering a Manhattan, I was served what amounted to an affront to that venerable cocktail--a Southern Comfort Manhattan. It was vile. And on top of that, she didn't use bitters. |
