There is no hesitation in calling this one of my favorite restaurants in Michigan. I only wish that I made the effort to go more often.
The signs are hard to read, but you find Red Coat on the east side of Woodward, north of 13 mile road. The building is not a large one, and it has the feel of a lodge in the woods. You will probably want to call ahead to put your name on the to-be-seated list as it is usually pretty busy.
(248) 549-0300
The menu is complete with Traditional "American" foods, but I don't need it when I go there. I always do and always will get the same thing. I start with a bowl of clam chowder, then I have a cheeseburger and onion rings. Each item is the best I have had. There is really nothing like a good hand battered onion ring. I could make a meal just out of these. If you're so inclined, they do have a "burger sauce" which I believe is a mayonnaise based sauce with minced onion. I haven't had it, so I cannot comment; cheese and ketchup suits me just fine.
The prices are extremely reasonable. When I was there the other night, there were 7 of us having dinner. Including a few drinks, before tip, our bill was $90. The large party was probably not advisable on such a busy night, but there was not too much of a problem seating us.
The staff is friendly and accomodating. I have never had any complaints, but there has been more than one occassion when they have gone out of their way for me. That is always appreciated.
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