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Monday, May 20, 2013

What They're Saying About the New Eddie Merlot's in Bloomfield Township

Bloomfield Township's latest restaurant to open is making an impression on local diners online.

  Eddie Merlot's, a Midwest chain of high-end steak houses, recently opened its doors on the southern end of Bloomfield Township and left a favorable impression with Bloomfield Patch readers and area residents. "We dined at this new restaurant a few days after it opened and we are THRILLED it is near our home as the service and food quality are top notch!" said Bloomfield Patch reader Mia Moore. "Seriously, I did not expect this- I had heard mixed things but this was a home run- from our waiter Luis (awesome) to ALL our food picks (two couples) we LOVED it!!!," wrote Kevin E., of Birmingham. Ambiance was so so (too big, older crowd) but food was off the hook!" The local restaurant — the chain's first expansion into Michigan — is at the …

katina breer

8:13 am on Monday, May 20, 2013

I'm anxious to try it; I really liked the one in Ft. Wayne.   more ›

Sunday, May 19, 2013

Bloomfield Hills Home Features 6 Bedrooms, 8 Bathrooms, Custom Dressing Room

Take a closer look at one of the homes currently on the market in the Bloomfield area.

This home at 2688 Indian Mound S. in Bloomfield Hills has 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms and 7,339 square feet. It is listed for sale at $1,999,500. The house was featured in Detroit Home's Autumn 2009 issue and features a 30x14 kitchen, breakfast room with fireplace and two-story foyer. It has five bedroom suites, a custom dressing room in the master suite and multiple patios for entertaining. Information and photos courtesy of Zillow.com.

Friday, May 17, 2013

Open Houses in the Bloomfield Area This Weekend

Check out these local homes being shown this weekend.

Are you interested in buying a home in the Bloomfield Hills or Bloomfield Township area? Or maybe you just want to know what's out there? Here's a look at this weekend's open houses. 1914 Long Lake Shore, Bloomfield Hills 45 Judy Lane, Bloomfield Township 6023 Hickory Tree Trail, Bloomfield Township Information courtesy of AOL Real Estate.

Thursday, May 16, 2013

New Sweets Shop, Sidewalk Cafe and More Restaurant News

Sip and savor your way around Oakland County's eateries with Patch.

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. Second Sidewalk Cafe for Hamlin Corner: The city of Royal Oak recently approved a second sidewalk cafe at the new Royal Oak bar, which is set to open on May 23. Lisa D's Divine Treats to Open in Downtown Ferndale: "Everyone in Ferndale has been excellent and willing to help me. It's like a family," says owner Lisa Davis, who plans to hold a soft opening for the sweets shop this week and a grand opening May 30. Decorations at the Blue Nile in Ferndale: The decorations go deeper than beauty at the Blue Nile. The hanging umbrellas and angelic faces that adorn the Ethiopian …

Ronald Wolf

2:08 am on Friday, May 17, 2013

I am crazy about the selection of scrumptious pita roll ups featured at La Feast for only $3.99. One of my favorites is the lamb (shawarma), ask to have a little hummus and garlic sauce, lettuce tomato and pickle (Arabic Pickle is a perfect crunchy combination of sweet and sour). For vegetarians there are grape leaves and hummus, lentil (mujadra) and hummus, and fresh dipped falafel just to name …   more ›

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

New Homes For Sale in the Bloomfield Area This Week

Find homes for sale in Bloomfield Hills and Bloomfield Township on this page every week, from our partners at Zillow.

More Bloomfield-Bloomfield Hills Real Estate Listings >>

Billy

6:53 am on Thursday, May 2, 2013

Currently the market has shifted from having a 7 month supply of homes for sale 6 months ago to a 2 month supply today. This has dramatically shifted the housing market from a Buyer's Market to a Seller's Market, meaning Sellers are in command of the pricing. Homes are coming on the market, and if priced correctly, are having dozens of showings and multiple offers in days. To be a Buyer in …   more ›

What’s the Going Rate For a Lawn Service in Bloomfield?

As part of our new Smart Spending series, Patch wants to uncover the true going rate for various goods and services in town, so you'll know exactly how much you should pay for what you need. Help us out by replying in the comments.

This week: How much do lawn services cost? How much do you pay for your lawn service? And what does that cover - just mowing, or does it cover weeding, pruning, planting?  Please share in the comments below - we promise we won't judge you! And if you've got a lawn service you love, tell us that too.  Check out a list of lawn services in the Bloomfield area in our directory. If you use one of the services, be sure to rate it for your neighbors! This is the first of an ongoing series, "What's the Going Rate for..." where Patch seeks to uncover how much things cost so you never have to ask again. 

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Do You Shop at Plum Market in Bloomfield?

If so, then tell us what you think of this local business by leaving a review on their Patch directory listing.

The Bloomfield-Bloomfield Hills Patch directory is filled with objective information about hundreds of local businesses, but there's also room for you to tell your neighbors – and the businesses – what you think about their services and products.  Today, we're asking customers of Plum Market to share a review. You'd be surprised how interested others are in what you have to say. So click the link and tell us what you think!

Sunday, May 12, 2013

4-Bedroom Colonial for Sale in the 'Heart of Bloomfield Village'

Here's a closer look at one of the houses currently on the market in Bloomfield Hills.

Address: 644 Hamilton Road, Bloomfield Hills Price: $859,500 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 5 Square Feet: 3,570 Year Built: 1956 Description: This house at 644 Hamilton Road in Bloomfield Hills is located in a park-like setting in the "heart of Bloomfield Village." It features a deep lot with pool and gardens, hardwood floors, crown moldings, granite countertops and more. Source: Zillow.com

Friday, May 10, 2013

Open Houses in Bloomfield Hills This Weekend

Check out these local homes being shown this weekend.

Are you interested in buying a home in the Bloomfield area? Or maybe you just want to know what's out there? Here's a look at this weekend's open houses. 2959 Chestnut Run Drive, Bloomfield Hills 3776 Shellmarr Lane, Bloomfield Hills Information courtesy of MoveInMichigan.com.

Thursday, May 9, 2013

36 Homes That Recently Sold in Bloomfield Hills

Find out how much the homes in your neighborhood are selling for.

Here is a list of homes that sold in early- to mid-March 2013 in Bloomfield Hills. Click on the address to view more information about each home. 101 Eileen Dr 4831 School Bell Ln 2827 Hunters Blf 5090 Mohr Valley Ln 1745 Tiverton Rd Unit 24 5350 Lane Lake Rd 1268 Circle Ct 750 Kennebec Ct 3320 Squirrel Rd 1898 Pine Ridge Ct 1639 Hunters Ridge Dr 731 E Fox Hills Dr 2674 Hunters Blf 136 Highland Dr 2906 Whittier Dr 1615 Hunters Ridge Dr 507 Overbrook Rd 4774 Crestview Ct 7407 Cathedral Dr 1735 Heron Ridge Dr 4790 Dover Rd 1680 W Long Lake Rd 4445 S Willoway Estates Ct 1885 Hunters Ridge Dr 2922 Quarton Rd 1565 Kirkway Rd 766 Briar Hill Ln 4035 Antique Ln 1157 Ivyglen Cir 850 Trailwood Path Apt C 3224 Quarton Rd 6540 Red Maple Ln 4060 …

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