Mojave Cantina in downtown Clawson is well-known for its fresh, authentic Mexican fare – some of it with a twist, like the Southwest egg rolls. There you’ll find freshly made salsa and guacamole, fajitas made to share and fresh margaritas made with high-quality tequila and juices. Enjoy the Southwest decor in the main restaurant or front patio, or slip into 54 West, Mojave’s backyard bar, for a different vibe that includes an outdoor bar rail and cozy couch seating.

If you like Korean food, head to Noori Chicken in Clawson, a takeout restaurant famous for its Korean fried chicken and authentic sauces. If you’re interested in a fun night out, check out the adjacent gastropub, Pocha, which serves the same dishes, along with Soju, a popular Korean alcoholic drink, and Korean beer. Owner Andy Kwon said the business has gone “viral” over the last year, and people enjoy the festive, fun environment of the gastropub. You might have to wait for a seat, though – there are only 11 seats available.

Jannie Teitelbaum’s retirement project, making pot pies out of her home, has grown into a statewide pot pie company, with a kitchen and store in Clawson and hundreds of Michigan stores that carry the frozen pies. Chicken pot pie is the favorite, but there’s also beef, Italian meatball, vegetarian and even some gluten free options. Try out Great Lakes breakfast pies and desserts too. They have cinnamon sugar pie chips, cookies, apple pies and more.