LBN’S The Spotlight – Outdoor Dining

LBN’S The Spotlight – Outdoor Dining

by | Jun 26, 2025 | LBN Food, Rochester, Royal Oak, The Spotlight

In this new feature called Spotlight, we’re discussing outdoor dining spots in our communities. We talked about three different places, including North End Tap Room in Royal Oak, Rochester Mills Beer Co. in Rochester and Too Ra Loo in Rochester. North End has a small patio that’s an extension of the self-serve tap room. Rochester Mills has a large covered patio for first-come, first-serve seating, with a small open air area. Too Ra Loo has doors that open up to make it an open air restaurant, but it also has a small patio with four tables.

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Bakehouse 46

Bakehouse 46

by | Jun 12, 2025 | Birmingham, Ferndale, LBN Food, Rochester

Ashley Serra is the district manager for Bakehouse 46, a collaboration between Blake’s Farms in Armada and Cupcake Station. The bakery cafes are located in Birmingham, Ferndale, Rochester and three more metro Detroit locations. Stop in for coffee, cider and donuts year-round, breakfast or lunch sandwiches, and treats like fresh-baked cupcakes and ice cream. This month’s featured cupcake is strawberry lemonade twist, inspired by in-season strawberries, filled with lemon and topped with white chocolate cream cheese frosting. 

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What’s New? – Rochester Mills Beer Co – Mother’s Day

What’s New? – Rochester Mills Beer Co – Mother’s Day

by | May 8, 2025 | LBN Food, LBN What's New, Rochester

Jon Lapolla, director of marketing and sales for Rochester Mills Beer Co., told us about the eatery’s upcoming Mother’s Day brunch, featuring chicken and waffles, salmon, a Maurice salad, a mimosa and bloody Mary bar, and more. Reserve a table for 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon or 1 p.m., or come for dinner, which includes the restaurant’s full menu. Located in the historic Western Knitting Mill in downtown Rochester, Rochester Mills not only makes and serves beer (20 taps available), but offers a full bar and many great choices for lunch or dinner. 

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Give Thanks Bakery

Give Thanks Bakery

by | Feb 27, 2025 | LBN Food, Rochester, Royal Oak

Katy Knoer, co-owner of Give Thanks Bakery, with locations in Royal Oak, Rochester and Detroit, stopped by to tell us about the from-scratch, handmade bakery she operates with her husband. Popular items are the sourdough bread and almond croissant, but offerings also include multiple types of bread, sweets and lunch foods like soup and salad. Each location is in a downtown and part of a community, as envisioned by the original owner, who set up the core values of faith, love, giving and a dedication to serving others.

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Too Ra Loo

Too Ra Loo

by | Aug 22, 2024 | LBN Food, Rochester

Bob Ciaciuch, general manager and Tina Pasquali, owner/partner, stopped by to tell us about Too Ra Loo, a bar and eatery in downtown Rochester. The corner bar features 80 different beers, plus a wine list and full bar. There’s also a wide range of food, with everything from pizza and salad to famous choices like the TRL burger, which comes in single or double. Stop by for happy hour drink specials from 4 to 7 p.m., or just enjoy lunch or dinner on the patio.

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The Hemmingway Room

The Hemmingway Room

by | Aug 15, 2024 | LBN Food, Rochester

Erica Kososky, manager, and Chef Brian Gruener described the sophisticated atmosphere of The Hemmingway Room in downtown Rochester. The 21-and-up craft cocktail bar features many rare bourbons, along with special drinks like the purple panda and mocktails featuring a variety of fruit. The menu includes something for everyone, with small plates that span the gamut from a charcuterie board to burgers and salmon. 

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