If you're hungry for the latest restaurant news from around Oakland County, we've got you covered! Read on to find out what's new, what's closed, what's coming and more:
These three Ferndale watering holes were recently included in Drink Michigan's "Best of 2012" list.
- Valentine Vodka is located in a distillery that features a 1,000-square foot vodka and martini bar; call 248-629-9951 or visit Valentine Vodka on Facebook for more information.
- The Oakland is modeled after speakeasies of the 1920s with vintage decor and drinks; call 248-291-5295 or visit The Oakland on Facebook for more information.
- One-Eyed Betty's is a bar and restaurant that offers more than 100 bottled and tap beers, wine and cocktails; call 248-808-6633 or visit One-Eyed Betty's on Facebook for more information. You can also find Drink Michigan on Facebook.
Royal Oak: Hippies Pizza
Owner Christopher Culbartson, a second generation hippie who went to Woodstock in 1999, has put together a menu that includes 40 toppings, eight cheeses and nine sauces, as well as vegan-friendly and gluten-free options.
“We even make a peanut butter-and-jelly pizza for kids and fried Twinkies for dessert,” Culbartson said.
But, what really sets Hippies apart from all of the other pizza shops in town is its late-night deliveries, which include anything you need from the nearby 7-Eleven.
“Late nights are crazy in this town. Nothing is open. People have a lot of needs, from condoms to baby food. We double our orders in the last three hours we are open because people need us,” Culbartson said. Call 248-733-1111 or visit www.hippiespizza.com for more information.
Birmingham: Zazios
The colorful and modern restaurant at the corner of Woodward Avenue and Maple Road will close its doors Jan. 31. Taking its place will be a "new and exciting concept" that will be revealed soon, Greenleaf Hospitality Group public relations and marketing manager Sarah Lee said.
Zazios, which has been open since July 2010, boasts a 24-seat table that surrounds a kitchen stage where a chef prepared a meal each night. Call 248-530-6400 or visit zazios.com for more information.
