I ordered a turkey avocado salad-given the $12 price, I'd expect a bit more than one slice of junky turkey lunch meat and maybe half of an avocado. The quality was just really poor. Also, it took over 45 mins to even get the food! We weren't ever told there was a delay until we asked what was taking so long. Bad service, bad quality food. Definitely won't be back. ps: the high chairs that you're expected to put your children are absolutely disturbingly disgusting. You could literally break the seat belt in half it was so caked with junk. Disgusting.
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Rebecca W.
The margarita special is worth the trip alone for $2.99 you can't miss. The service was polite but overall it was basic. I asked for my steak to be medium well but it was definitely well to overdone, tasteless and chewy. I suffered through it because I'm not into send my food back . My side were baked sweet potato with cinnamon honey butter and steamed broccoli. I did like the pan that the sides were served in but nothing significant in taste.
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Evie B.
Hubs and I were in the mood for soup and salads. He ordered the grilled chicken and I the chicken strip salad. They came in what looked like cereal bowls. You could barely mix the toppings without everything falling out. My salad tasted gross. The chicken strips were mushy. The salad greens tasted like chemicals- old- had been sitting in a lettuce drawer gross. Other than the chicken strips there was maybe a tsp of shredded cheddar... Pathetic presentation of a salad. Hubs was a little better but again nothing special in area of toppings. My baked potato soup was tasteless and cold. The lobster bisque had some flavor. The bread was the highlight of the meal
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Terri C.
Well the company I had dinner with was good. It took several minutes to get a seat and the place was not busy at all, plenty of open tables. The waitress was there quickly but was not focused on what we were saying, had to repeat the water order twice. She did bring it quickly however. She was good about coming back to get the order. but the mine and my husbands steaks were cooked wrong. The manager did take it off the bill but come on a steak house should be able to cook steak.
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Eldwin L.
Really tried to like this location but it just keeps getting worse the only positive onion petals we're good and seem different and they had a paging system at every table to page your waitress or waiter if you need assistance I am sure this is due to the complaints of service good step in the right direction and aside from the typical home run of cinnamon butter and rolls this was just bad the entire restaurant smelled like old grease and the floor was sticky everywhere you walked they just don't know how to clean here they don't care it seems like it is just complacency throughout there is trash everywhere on the entryway the bathroom and even the hall walking in this needs a complete clean from floor to top I will say the other four people I was with did not get sick so I will not blame them for this but judging how they clean their restaurant in the bathroom I would not want to see their kitchen after getting home that evening I did not feel good until the next day the steak had no flavor whatsoever and was just covered in sauce the other couple we were with had a margarita that was all sour mix overall the cleanliness really got to us the couple I was with was not happy the only other positive note that was mentioned that evening was a pork flatbread thing that was mildly tasty hopefully this location gets a new manager who knows what a mop and pail and cleanliness is the only thing missing was fly paper hanging from the ceiling. I really wanted to like this place but they just can't seem to get their act together on the simplest of things
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Brian T.
Tonight was the first time in about a decade since the last time we went to Brann's for dinner. Now, I remember why. The food was not horrible, but it wasn't great either. It reminded me of cafeteria food. We started the meal with the pretzel sticks and pub cheese appetizer along with chips and salsa. First, the chips and salsa. The chips were freshly made and dusted with a seasoning. Not bad, but the seasoning was really heavy. Still, they get points for trying to do something well. The problem with the app is that they use the equivalent of Pace salsa out of a plastic jug. Seriously. If you are a restaurant that can't make scratch salsa then don't put it on your menu. Second, the pretzels looked fantastic, until you actually tasted them. The pretzels were hot, soft on the inside and baked well. There just wasn't any kind of taste. The cheese didn't help. It was watery at best. Our meals consisted on a bacon cheeseburger and the brann's sizzling steak. There were no complaints about the burger. The steak was cooked to rare as requested, but it was under seasoned. The sides were much to be desired. The whole meal felt as though it was coming from a bag of Gordon's finest. I highly doubt they actually make anything from scratch and it shows in the food. The service was excellent as many others have stated. No complaints. As far as value, that is where the other star comes in. You get what you pay for and it shows at Brann's.
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Lynn H.
What a weird experience. Hubby and I were seated at a booth in the bar and immediately noted a strange smell. Not a bad smell, but strange. We almost left because of it, but we were tired after work and, frankly, too lazy to move on. After we ordered our drinks, we started to notice, one by one, various points of stickiness. The menu, the beer menu, the table... Again, we almost left, but now, on top of being lazy, we had committed ourselves to a drink. Later (after we had been served dinner), when I visited the ladies' room, my shoe stuck to the floor, although the rest of the bathroom appeared clean. In a nutshell, Brann's gets only one star for cleanliness So anyway, we trepidatiously ordered dinner. We both ordered from the $8.99 menu, and we were pleasantly surprised. My chili peach tilapia was absolutely delicious, my steamed broccoli was fresh, and my baked sweet potato was filled with delicious honey butter. Hubby's sirloin was a bit on the tough side, but his salad was fresh and his mac and cheese was A-OK. Our dinners were both served with Brann's "world famous" meatballs and yeast rolls with honey butter. Both were scrumptious. Considering the price, Brann's gets four stars for its food. Our entire meal, including our beer and wine (two each) was $32 + tip = very reasonable. Also, our server was friendly and efficient. Despite the smell and the stickiness, I might even consider Brann's again, although I definitely wouldn't sit in the bar area, which I suspect might be more sticky and smell-filled than the dining room.
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Lynden G.
Chose to stop by on super bowl sunday as the small family diners nearby were closed. Sat immediately in bar but couldn't hear ourselves think as the tv's were set to "lets see if they can hear this on the moon". Other than that, our waitress was outstanding, the food was great and the Seahawks fans were happy (sorry to the one guy rooting for Dallas).
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CrazyforMakeup M.
Crowded and loud... what else to expect on a Sports Bar and definitely not really a STEAK house, afterall it takes good cuts of meat to be known as a steak house. Yes, do not expect good steaks. Price was fair for what you get. Chicken wings are good and burgers are huge. The fresh baked rolls are good, baked potato has tons of toppings. My daughter even ordered the mac-n-cheese with deep fried chicken fingers, probably 2000 calories but actually tasted really good.
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C P.
So many TV sets to watch, it's hard to pay attention to the food (even though it's good)! Salads are crisp, steaks are sizzling, and the management is always attentive. Priced reasonably, it's hard to go wrong here.
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Chad S.
I stumbled upon this nice place while staying a a nearby hotel. I have to say that I was very happy with my steak and especially the service! I sat at the bar and was well taken care of and had a great reasonable meal! Good job!!
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M S.
This used to be my go-to place for decent drinks, appetizer specials late at night, or a regular meal. On my last couple of visits, I have unfortunately left disappointed. Disclaimer: The service has been consistently EXCELLENT. Remember if you choose to come here that it is not the server's fault if your food is bad. The server should not be penalized via tip for something that is completely out of his or her control. One great thing on the menu lately has been the buffalo chicken dip. It comes with tortilla chips and is awesome. If you must come here, order the dip, drinks, and nothing else. We also ordered potato skins, a chicken quesadilla, and a steak meal with mashed potatoes and green beans. The potato skins were terrible. None of the "guts" of the potato had been scraped out, and the result was a dry, disgusting potato skin that almost tasted raw. We had to ask for sour cream- the original dish didn't come with any. The quesadilla had spoiled avocados on top- they were almost frozen and had a very "off" taste, so we scraped them off. The steak was disgusting. It was tough as shoe leather. The broccoli and the mashed potatoes and gravy were not seasoned AT ALL. The mashed potatoes and gravy were much better in the past- it was like eating flavorless mush. Last time we visited, we tried their new nachos. They were completely void of flavor. Our other menu items were great last time, so we gave them another chance. Unfortunately, after today, I do not think we will be back. I had noticed a declining crowd at Brann's lately, and now I know why.
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Jack J.
Crappy place. Everything stinks of communism. Either you agree or GET OUT type of place. very sad. but then again it is in Michigan. Food was not very tasty and the place smelled of toilet water.
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Kevin G.
My wife ,daughter and I had dinner here tonight. Knew it was Super Bowl night but stopped in anyway. 25 minute wait for dining room or immediate seating in bar. We chose bar and it was a big mistake for only 1 reason. NOISY. Not patrons but the 120 big screens all showing the game. Andrea was our server and she was great and very attentive. I had crispy chicken salad, my wife had a 6oz sirloin and my daughter had the smoked pork sandwich. All were very good. The crispy chicken salad at Red Robin is bigger but I think I like this chicken more. My wife said her steak was done to order and she had the baked sweet potato and broccoli for sides. My daughter loved her sandwich and she is very picky about smoked or BBQ'd anything. It actually seemed to be the best deal out of the three. First time here in along time and other than picking a bad night we were pleased.
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Peggy F.
We go for the value, mon-thurs for $8.99 entree & 2 sides... I must say on Thursday's the ribs are amazing! Ask for Stacy she is a very good server & on top on her game. If we have more than 5 people I do suggest that you call ahead for seating ( it just makes everyone's life better:) And to make life just perfect grab 1 of the big margarita specials!! When this is a place is on the top of there game, it's as close to a 5 star as it can get for a chain steak place! I am Not saying this is the worlds greatest steak, but for the value, it really does get the Big Bang for the buck! Still surprised how tasty the Thursday ribs where today!! Good job brann's
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Liz W.
You get what you pay for. The food here is cheap, dirt cheap. The portions are decent to huge. The food quality is low though. Sure you might occasionally get something tasty (yeast rolls and honey butter I am looking at you) but more often then not you get bland, chewy or just not impressive. The bill will be small enough that most people will not mind but I do. If you are a snob like me and do not like sirloin you are out of luck. The prime rib is see though and the other non beefy items are very hit or miss. The sides are vaguely Gordon Food-ish. I would compare this to a Logan's Roadhouse but for the record I am not a fan of there either. My husband likes a sirloin and baked potato so he is much happier here than I am. Service is friendly, drinks are cheap but watered down. I don't hate the place but I have had better. For the price it works in a pinch but I am never going to be a fan.
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Kris A.
Went to Brann's for lunch last Wednesday with a co-worker. I ordered the asiago chicken BLT, which was very good. The food was delivered quickly, hot, with no complaints. Our server Kelley kept our drinks full and was pleasant throughout. The cost was reasonable for the portions (I could only eat half of the sandwich), and food being served at other tables looked quite good as well.
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Steve M.
Enjoyed a quick stop in the bar for a quick guys night out, beer and appetizers. Enjoyed their dinner rolls and then some boneless buffalo wings that were excellent. Great waitress, on break from MSU, who told us Summer Shandy was now on tap. Even better waiting out the long cold winter. I'll be back to try the restaurant!
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Carrie K.
Service was friendly and the restaurant was clean (including the restroom's which is always a big deal to me). We just went for burgers which were just okay. It wasn't until after that I realized they never asked how we wanted them cooked. So unless you specify, you automatically get it medium well - also known as DRY! All in all, one thing made the biggest impression on me. They have NO mayonnaise! They only serve Miracle Whip! How weird is that?!?! They don't even have a little packet of it. Sorry but aren't ketchup, mustard and mayo the top 3 condiments for burgers???
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Evan F.
Okay so I like this place Bc they have mini TVs at certian booths that play the espn and the nickelodeon show and they have really good chicken strips but they bearly give u any fries. I mean there are like 10 fries.
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Peter M.
Brann's is a decent spot to grab a beer and watch the games with your friends. For those of us carnivores they have a decent cut of meat for the price as well. The service has always been decent and everytime I have been there on a Friday or Saturday there always is a crowd. My only criticism would be everytime I go to this place I always wake up the next morning with a headache...
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Jan S.
I had decided to meet a friend here for lunch before I saw all of the reviews on Yelp. I'm glad to say though that I didn't have any of the issues others have complained about. We went on a Saturday afternoon when it wasn't slammed so perhaps that helped. We started with an onion loaf which came with a side of spicy ranch. It was the same as any other onion ring/straw app at any place really -- good and greasy. My dining partner and I each got a sandwich, me the chicken asiago and she the chicken avocado, and we swapped out the fries for side salads. My sandwich was good; juicy with a bit of kick to it from the pepper jack cheese. She said hers was good as well. The salads are nothing special and consist of iceberg lettuce mix, some cheese, tomato and croutons. Still it was nice to have them as an option to the fries. The service was fine. He was friendly and often offered to get rid of dirty dishes from the table. The latter is one that, if not done, is a big pet peeve of mine with regard to restaurant service. As others mentioned, the cinnamon butter is YUM! I don't know that I would pick this joint to go to for a steak, despite the fact that I didn't try one, just because when I get a steak I prefer it to be at a higher price point. Still if I were out and about and somebody wanted to eat here, I wouldn't object.
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Ashley M.
My husband and I stopped here on a Friday night to let the rush hour traffic die down. We ordered the Kentucky Bourbon steak and the prime rib. The food was good, but the service was even better. Tavis was our server and he was pleasant, attentive, and thorough. I don't see many servers anymore with true customer service. As a previous waitress, I pick up on great service. Thank you Tavis and thank you for the team who trained you.
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Zach D.
Portions were decent and price wasn't bad but the food just wasn't good. Steak was overcooked and I had to send it back. Second time wasn't much better. Server was pretty nice so I lied and said it was perfect. I felt bad for her and at that point just wanted to eat. I got the feeling that she is used to things not being done right. Anyway, she kept our drinks refilled and so we made sure to tip her well. The place is more like a sports bar so in that sense, if you want food to accompany your beer while watching a couple games, it is all right but as a steakhouse (as it is advertised) then I would definitely not recommend it.
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Ryan S.
I was staying in a hotel near here and decided to give it a shot. I really enjoyed this place. So much so I ate here twice during my trip. I like the Michigan apple salad, and the seasoning they use on the chicken was wonderful. I would have liked to seen more healthy greens on it, but the chicken was great. I also got the prime rib sandwich but did not think it was as good.
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Kristen C.
I came to this restaurant for trivia on Tuesday. I started off with a Margarita for $3.39. They filled the whole glass with ice and I barely had any Margarita in there! Opt for frozen or skip it altogether. The vibe of the place was fun and sporty and our server was very nice. I did not try any of the food, so I can't comment on that, but it all looked pretty meaty.
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Cantonite P.
Came in for lunch after shopping across the street at Ulta since I knew the places across the street that serve alcohol (Cladagh, Mitchell's Fish, and Flemings) are definitely not cheap lunch places... so we came to Brann's. Luckily for us, we came during the college football games (but before U-M and MSU games at 3:30). So we had quite a bit of the specials... mini domestic pitcher for 3.99 (easily 24 to 36 oz) and a 3.99 long island were on tap. Food-wise, the fried pickles were awesome! I highly prefer the fried pickle slices rather than the pickle wedges (such as Red Robin). So these ones hit the spot, hot and fresh and tangy with ranch. Our main courses were the wreck special (only during games), a good burger topped with pulled pork, pickle, and cheese. Burger was overdone a little, but the addition of pulled pork added some needed moisture. Instead of fries, the combo comes with wings or boneless wings- buffalo was a little too much spice for my wife, but the bourbon was a nicely-flavored wing. Finished up with decent chips and queso since I still had some munchies. Atmosphere in the sports bar was obviously casual, definitely would not mind coming to watch a game here. They also advertise wing specials for tuesday and thursdays (a lot like, you know that other BW place), less choice on sauce, but about the same quality wing. Definitely a good, not-divey, place to enjoy the game. I think Docs at 7 Mile is better quality food, but they're a little pricier than Brann's. If I was in the area more, I'd probably go to Brann's for wings, games, and beer, and that's about it. Don't come expecting a fantastic meal, but come for wings, games, and beer and you'll be pleased.
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Pete P.
Went to Brann's for lunch yesterday having never been there before and it was quite pleasant. We were one of the first tables in there around noon and were seated immediately in the dining area (as opposed to the bar or sports area). The server was polite and prompt and served our drinks to us in less than a minute. I ordered the prime rib dip sandwich and my mom got the grilled chicken sandwich. We did not have to wait long for our sandwiches and the waitress then told us that we were not served enought fries so the chef was making more. I thought that was a nice touch. The chef even came out with the fries himself and apologized which wasn't necessary but nice as well. The sandwiches were very solid. Good portions, good taste, and overall a pretty good experience. One thing that does annoy me about this location and really isn't the fault of the restaurant other than they picked the location is that is isn't the easiest or most obvious way to get into the place. It faces 6 mile but there's no entrance off 6 mile. You have to go to the light, which is more of an entrance to a subdivision and then drive behind the bank that's on the corner to access the parking lot. Seems to me like a lot of people would get lost trying to figure out how to get into the lot. Other than that, it was good all-around.
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Jarrod And Heather D.
This photo's look so damn good don't they?? Try the steak though..wow I have never not been able to eat a steak but i guess theres a first for everything. The meat tasted compacted dog food. Never again...unless for a game and to drink beer. Good beer specials. Horrific food.
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Anna K.
This place has really gone downhill...what a shame. My friend and I came here for lunch last week and immediately we noticed how "unkempt" it was. Fingerprints all over the front doors, dirty menus, and disgusting monitor at our booth. We were there to celebrate her birthday so I did not want to make a huge deal of it in front of her. We both ordered French onion soup which consisted of a little broth, over abundance of croutons and no melted cheese. Just some sprinkled on cheese of some sort. Also, salads that were less than average, dressings looked like pink water. Yeast rolls ok. I mentioned it to the manager while my friend was in the ladies room but I don't think he "got it", although very polite. The owner needs to go there and make some serious changes if he wants to salvage this place.
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Mona S.
Went here on a Sunday afternoon. My steak was awful, did not even finish it. It must have came from one of those cement fed cattle. I ordered it medium and I could not even chew it. Loaded baked potato was ok. Broccoli was lack luster. Waitress was very nice and quick with the coke refill. I will not eat here again, I think it is more of a bar rather than a steak house.
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Krystal R.
We stopped in here while in the area on a whim for lunch and ordered the lunch specials. Pick 2= soup and a sandwich. Yum! The french onion and lobster bisque are good. The reuben and french dip are pretty good too. I have to say the wings were really good! The staff was very nice and the place felt clean and friendly. We hope to make this a regular wing and beer spot!
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Daren J.
Chili was awesome and the grilled chicken wrap was tasty too!
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Maria K.
Visited 3 times in last 2 months and have to say that it has been good every time and very inexpensive. Service has been spot on and portions are large. Seems odd though that its never busy, maybe its the poor planned entrance you have to come in thru the bank. Awful on their part.
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Nikki M.
Great food and drinks at reasonable prices! The service has always been very good, staff is attentive and they have plenty of parking. Bonus: on wednesday night they have motor city trivia and if you finish in 1st or 2nd you can win gift cards to the place. Ive never won lol but its still a good time :-) Only thing is the margaritas, while good can sometimes have a bit too much sweet and sour mix...
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Karen C.
Visit the new branns sports grille. Great place to watch sports-high end TVs everywhere. Buffalo chicken wrap is to die for. Drink and appetizer specials daily-great place to hang out with friends
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Mark M.
nice and frienly place food was good ,fair prices portions a little small but it is a good place for friends to get out for a couple of hours
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Jason C.
I would rate Brann's on the same page as Logan's Roadhouse, Lonestar, and other steak joints that fall in this category. I'll agree with Jackie R. and Becki B.'s review in regards to their yeast rolls with honey cinnamon butter! If you are not careful, you'll end up eating more than you planned and by the time you get your main course, you'll be full... so make sure you control yourself! Besides, if there's left over, you can always take it home. Better yet, you can order dozen rolls with the butter to go! I tried their Loaded Potato Skins - it's your typical loaded potato skins... nothing to write home about... if you order there salad, you might want to ask for a togo box in advanced... their salads portions are huge... so unless you are going to finish eating all of them, just prepare yourself. I had their 8 oz Sizzling Sirloin, medium. The steak comes on a hot plate, so be warned... some of the juices can land on you... and it's still hot and sizzling when it comes to your table... The steak came as what I ordered and I enjoyed it. The service is good, the wait staff comes and checks in on you often... even when it's busy. The place is huge, so good for large crowds, etc. They do have outdoor seating, so dine outdoors during the summer days.
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Jerome O.
Despite my desire to support Michigan businesses in this tough economy, the quality of food served at Brann's makes it difficult. Several years ago, I visited the Brann's in Macomb when they first opened. Despite the awful layout of the menu and poor amateur photography, we wanted to give the restaurant a chance. Unfortunately, the server was unable to answer the simple question of which cut of meat the "Sizzling Steak" is from. That answer would have at least told me what to expect in texture, flavor, fat, etc. The distinctly mediocre steak I received then made me avoid the entire chain for years simply because other competing steak restaurants are better all around. Fast forward to 2010, and I visited the Brann's of Northville with friends. The restaurant chain had undergone a brand update, thankfully. Gone is the cheesy menu and replaced with something more modern, along with modern dishes to complement the steak offerings. Brann's finally admits that the "Sizzling Steak" is sirloin. Unfortunately, they seem to be the cheapest and worst cuts of sirloin available. Striated with gristle and with a grain that crisscrosses in every possible direction made it nearly impossible to cut slices to eat. As the final insult, our plates seemed to have sat under the heat lamps in the kitchen for too long before arriving at our table, as the "sizzler platter" as they called it was no longer sizzling. The other server who brought out the tray (not the one who took our order) repeated by rote the warning of hot plates. No, not really. They were warm. I had ordered my steak rare, under the assumption that a sizzler platter would continue to cook my steak to my preferred medium rare. My wife's medium rare order came out medium well instead. While the environment and friendly servers can make up somewhat for the experience, a restaurant that serves mediocre to low quality food isn't a restaurant I prefer to frequent. Especially when considering that the competition -- whether local or national -- has proven to be able to outdo Brann's in food quality, I see no compelling reason to return or recommend the chain. Better steaks are available elsewhere.
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Becki B.
Brann's is one of our favorites! We're always surprised how many people in the area have never been there - we're there all the time. The rolls with cinnamon butter are to die for! Although they're brought out right away when your order is placed, I like to save one for dessert, too. The meat cuts are not my favorite, but they're still pretty good. My husband says he's never had a bad steak here. The staff is always friendly and helpful. If there's a wait when you first arrive, you're given a trading card with a celebrity on it. They'll announce your celebrity when your table is ready (instead of waiting for the hostess to mis-pronounce your own name).
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Bob C.
I am very disappointed with the prime rib I had on 2-20-14, I was charged for the 12 once size at 15.99. I clearly had the 8 once size which is 8.99. My prime rib was 1/2 inch thick and about as wide as a hamburger bun from Mc Donald's. I have been to Brann's before and have had both portion sizes. When I questioned the waiter about my paper thin prime rib he pretended to go around the corner and and talk to the chef but i could hear him laughing, Because I was there at nine and give or take a few onces I had the right size. I disagreed with him several times but was stuck with my under sized excuse for prime rib, When asked about my food I again questioned the size. What I had was not even 8 ounces. I know I need to go on a diet but this is not how I wanted to do it. Why ask a customer about your food and service if your not going to do anything about it?At the very least I should have been charged less for such a small portion. You can go to the Outback and spent 19.99 and get a piece of meat four to five times the size. its a no brainer. I made a mistake. Don't go to Brann's if you want a decent size portion of prime rib. I know things are tough out there but cheating customers on portion size and price is too much.
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Holly G.
Just had another great and affordable meal at Brann's. 2 of us had dinner & beers for $27!! I had a 6 oz steak w/ baked potato & salad and the hubs had the ribs. We were both really happy with the quality of our meals and the service was great, as usual.
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Michael M.
A solid standby for dining. The steaks are almost always good, but there's a tendency to overcook. Like it medium rare? Order rare. Don't order medium if you expect medium. Play by that rule, and you'll find a tasty steak. The sides are ho-hum. Macaroni and Cheese was clearly just nuked from the grocery store. I get by with 8 oz steak, med. rare, brocolli, and a tasty Caesar Salad. Heck, my dad forgets the name of the place and asks if we can go get a Caesar Salad and steak... he mean's this place. Lotsa TV's, and VERY loud almost all the time. Much nicer placer since the smoking ban!!! Go into the bar instead of waiting in line.
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Jackie R.
The buns with cinnamon butter deserve 5 stars for their delicious taste! I love coming here simply for that! They bring them out to you when you arrive which is great because I LOVE them. This place is located along 6 mile and is great for families, get togethers with friends, and dates. The place is decorated in a fun manner with ceramic legs sticking out of the ceiling (ie a biker, ballerina, ect). I like how they do seating here also. Like Becki B. mentioned, they give you a card with a celebrity or sports star and you wait for them to call that name. Saves them mispronouncing your name or calling you Jenny instead of Jackie (it has happened before, not here though). The food is good and they have a large selection of meals with pictures that tempt me to ask for everything. The shrimp is really fresh and their salads are good. Mmmmm cinnamon butter and rolls....
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Scott T.
Brann's is a place we frequent often. They have a trivia league here on Wednesdays, and we try to come out every Wednesday for that. Service is top notch (our server is usually Kimi, she's awesome). The food is what you would expect from a steak house like this. Yes, the steaks are fatty and grizzled. You paid 9 dollars at a restaurant for a sirloin steak, you get what you pay for. So the alternative is to order something else off the menu. I recommend the chicken roll ups. Lots of food for what you pay, and its pretty darn good. The atmosphere is usually great, tons of TV's to watch any game you came for, and if they don't have it on (which is pretty much never), all you do is ask and they will change a couple TVs for you. Decently priced food, good drinks and specials. Well worth a trip up with some friends. Stay away Wednesday nights! Too many trivia teams playing lately, can't even find a seat in the bar area.
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William M.
Great service and good value for the money. Steaks served on sizzling platter, consistently arrive to the ordered degree of preparation. The place for sports with flat screens everywhere.
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Colette B.
Great service from waitress. We noticed the manager walking around checking with customers and helping the already efficient bussers. Food for the value was more than average. We both had the sizzling steak, done perfectly, with Marsala sauce. Very good with two delicious sides.cant say enough good things.
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Max A.
Monday's are a great time to get an inexpensive tasty prime rib dinner. We gave it a second chance after a disappointing meal, and walked away happy and full. My 6-year old loves the free token for the mechanical claw.
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Desta T.
Horrible HORRIBLE! Lousy steak, wallpaper paste for mashed potatoes (are they kidding?); no service to speak of; and noisy as heck with a bunch of drunk 21 year olds. Anybody who compares this place to Texas Road House or Logans is a total idiot. Zero stars! I'd rather eat in a junior high lunch room in Detroit.
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Daron D.
This place was a pleasant surprise. Came here because I had gift cards for this place. This is a sports bar with personal tv's at every booth. For my starter I had the wings in buffalo (good, not great) and garlic Parmesan (nasty, taste more like Alfredo sauce). They also have about 10-15 beers on tap, at about $6-$8. For my meal I went with the 14 oz sirloin with Cajun spice and garlic butter and straight up, it was excellent and any other great word you can thank of. I had fries as my side and those too were simply excellent. I see the comparisons to Logan roadhouse and yes they are similar, but I do honestly think that this is a better version of Logan roadhouse (minus the wings).
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Carrie M.
An odd smell from the moment you walked through the door which faded as you walked to the dining area. Variety of seating from patio, bar or dining area. Good service and decent selection on menu. Prices are fair for lunch or dinner.
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Michael David P.
I had a prime rib tonight, it was awesome. Abby was my bartender. She was awesome! Good atmosphere .
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Steph W.
Hands down best Margarita. Their machine produces the smoothest, most flavorful, most consistent margaritas around. It's really ridiculous how good and huge they are. For 3.99, this margarita puts all other places to shame. The atmosphere is typical of a sports bar with a separate side for regular dining (Half sports bar and then half bar and grill). The food is nothing to brag about. They do have several sauces for their wings sort of like buffalo wild wings...I usually get the bang bang. The bread is good. It comes with sweet butter thats either honey or cinnamon. They have a big selection of bar food as well as dinner items and the prices are very good.
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Magnus L.
We came here on a whim since we were nearby. It was on a Friday night but they weren't all that busy anyway. It started out on a bad note, the waitress spilled some of my drink on the table in front of me but she didn't wipe it off. Apparently the guests are expected to do it. I also had to ask for more napkins, I guess it wasn't obvious that I had to use MY only napkin that they gave me to wipe it off. We started off with the onion loaf, it was ok but not as good as the blooming onion is at chilis for example. Not much flavor and the dip didn't add much flavor either. I decided to go with the American cheese burger and the sweet potato fries. The burger was ok nothing more. The fries were pretty decent. None in our party had a great experience, I had expected a lot better.
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Sal P.
I came here for the steak and to watch the Lions game on Sunday. The place has a great bar atmosphere that was a lot of fun. Big screen TV's placed in good locations from every chair in the house. They also have a quiet section walled off from the bar for those not looking for that type of thing. The steak however is just average. I BBQ a lot during the warm months and hold the bar pretty high for my grilled meats. I don't think grilling a piece of meat to a desired consistency is rocket science. If you can put together a grilled cheese you should be able to handle this no problem. For whatever reason the menu is almost only Sirloin steaks. You get a hunk of triangular shaped meat on a sizzling platter with your choice of 2 sides. The meat itself is usually dried out and lacks proper seasoning. My first visit I ordered the steak medium-raw and it was a little too raw for my liking. This is not their fault at all. The way the steak is cut, you can't expect the kind of medium-raw that you will get from a flat steak. Even being under cooked the meat was just not juicy enough. So on my next visit I got it medium and again I got another steak that was lacking in the juice department. Now when I grill I make sure that the fire is low. I cook my meat low and slow too lock in those tasty juices. That first cut should be a fist punch packed with blood and amazing flavor. Brann's never is able to achieve that and for that reason I am only able to give them the average rating. I've had worse and I've had better. I hold places like this too such a high standard because when I go out I want something I can't make at home. For $11.99 for a 10 oz. steak I could watch for T-bone's to gone on sale at Kroger's and have a feast. The service is great and I can't complain about every having lousy waitstaff serving me. Just wish the steak was knock me out good. Fun to watch the game, but wouldn't go any other time.
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Adam P.
Walking in here I really appreciated the opening of the door and quick greeting by the Hostess. The place is loaded with seats and booths so the look of how busy they were in the Parking lot, we were quickly seated. The ambiance is one of a sports bar and a Sizzle Plate steak novelty I find it really beautiful and entertaining. Oiur orders were taken promptly among the decision of burgers, steaks and Ribs, I went with the Sirloin, Med Rare. It arrived well. This was quickly handled and re-fired to my likeness. The Flavor of the steak is your true low grade choice cut accompanied Med sized baked potato. I did love the Crumbled Bleu Cheese Salad. Our BBQ meatball appetizer and Cheese Queso chips were no different than what my cousin makes for the superbowl.. Very simple frozen goods and so on with the classic melted Queso Cheese and Chips. Really nothing special with this place. The service was ok, The crowd was annoying, seemed everyone eating there was separating their bills and really jamming up our server.. The Bar on the other hand seems to be the choice to take here. This is no more true a steakhouse than Ponderosa except they offer a great variety of other items and sandwiches that are tasty for your run of the mill lunch crowd.. As far as dinner goes, I'd dine elsewhere and come her for sporting entertainment and to grab a beer and burger while watching the Game.. I give 3 outta 5 stars... Very Average, but careful on calling it a steakhouse when your steak isn't the best thing you have...
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch, Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Very Loud Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Best Nights : Mon Coat Check : Yes Smoking : Outdoor Area/ Patio Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Lynn A.
I ordered a turkey avocado salad-given the $12 price, I'd expect a bit more than one slice of junky turkey lunch meat and maybe half of an avocado. The quality was just really poor. Also, it took over 45 mins to even get the food! We weren't ever told there was a delay until we asked what was taking so long. Bad service, bad quality food. Definitely won't be back. ps: the high chairs that you're expected to put your children are absolutely disturbingly disgusting. You could literally break the seat belt in half it was so caked with junk. Disgusting.
(1)Rebecca W.
The margarita special is worth the trip alone for $2.99 you can't miss. The service was polite but overall it was basic. I asked for my steak to be medium well but it was definitely well to overdone, tasteless and chewy. I suffered through it because I'm not into send my food back . My side were baked sweet potato with cinnamon honey butter and steamed broccoli. I did like the pan that the sides were served in but nothing significant in taste.
(3)Evie B.
Hubs and I were in the mood for soup and salads. He ordered the grilled chicken and I the chicken strip salad. They came in what looked like cereal bowls. You could barely mix the toppings without everything falling out. My salad tasted gross. The chicken strips were mushy. The salad greens tasted like chemicals- old- had been sitting in a lettuce drawer gross. Other than the chicken strips there was maybe a tsp of shredded cheddar... Pathetic presentation of a salad. Hubs was a little better but again nothing special in area of toppings. My baked potato soup was tasteless and cold. The lobster bisque had some flavor. The bread was the highlight of the meal
(2)Terri C.
Well the company I had dinner with was good. It took several minutes to get a seat and the place was not busy at all, plenty of open tables. The waitress was there quickly but was not focused on what we were saying, had to repeat the water order twice. She did bring it quickly however. She was good about coming back to get the order. but the mine and my husbands steaks were cooked wrong. The manager did take it off the bill but come on a steak house should be able to cook steak.
(2)Eldwin L.
Really tried to like this location but it just keeps getting worse the only positive onion petals we're good and seem different and they had a paging system at every table to page your waitress or waiter if you need assistance I am sure this is due to the complaints of service good step in the right direction and aside from the typical home run of cinnamon butter and rolls this was just bad the entire restaurant smelled like old grease and the floor was sticky everywhere you walked they just don't know how to clean here they don't care it seems like it is just complacency throughout there is trash everywhere on the entryway the bathroom and even the hall walking in this needs a complete clean from floor to top I will say the other four people I was with did not get sick so I will not blame them for this but judging how they clean their restaurant in the bathroom I would not want to see their kitchen after getting home that evening I did not feel good until the next day the steak had no flavor whatsoever and was just covered in sauce the other couple we were with had a margarita that was all sour mix overall the cleanliness really got to us the couple I was with was not happy the only other positive note that was mentioned that evening was a pork flatbread thing that was mildly tasty hopefully this location gets a new manager who knows what a mop and pail and cleanliness is the only thing missing was fly paper hanging from the ceiling. I really wanted to like this place but they just can't seem to get their act together on the simplest of things
(1)Brian T.
Tonight was the first time in about a decade since the last time we went to Brann's for dinner. Now, I remember why. The food was not horrible, but it wasn't great either. It reminded me of cafeteria food. We started the meal with the pretzel sticks and pub cheese appetizer along with chips and salsa. First, the chips and salsa. The chips were freshly made and dusted with a seasoning. Not bad, but the seasoning was really heavy. Still, they get points for trying to do something well. The problem with the app is that they use the equivalent of Pace salsa out of a plastic jug. Seriously. If you are a restaurant that can't make scratch salsa then don't put it on your menu. Second, the pretzels looked fantastic, until you actually tasted them. The pretzels were hot, soft on the inside and baked well. There just wasn't any kind of taste. The cheese didn't help. It was watery at best. Our meals consisted on a bacon cheeseburger and the brann's sizzling steak. There were no complaints about the burger. The steak was cooked to rare as requested, but it was under seasoned. The sides were much to be desired. The whole meal felt as though it was coming from a bag of Gordon's finest. I highly doubt they actually make anything from scratch and it shows in the food. The service was excellent as many others have stated. No complaints. As far as value, that is where the other star comes in. You get what you pay for and it shows at Brann's.
(2)Lynn H.
What a weird experience. Hubby and I were seated at a booth in the bar and immediately noted a strange smell. Not a bad smell, but strange. We almost left because of it, but we were tired after work and, frankly, too lazy to move on. After we ordered our drinks, we started to notice, one by one, various points of stickiness. The menu, the beer menu, the table... Again, we almost left, but now, on top of being lazy, we had committed ourselves to a drink. Later (after we had been served dinner), when I visited the ladies' room, my shoe stuck to the floor, although the rest of the bathroom appeared clean. In a nutshell, Brann's gets only one star for cleanliness So anyway, we trepidatiously ordered dinner. We both ordered from the $8.99 menu, and we were pleasantly surprised. My chili peach tilapia was absolutely delicious, my steamed broccoli was fresh, and my baked sweet potato was filled with delicious honey butter. Hubby's sirloin was a bit on the tough side, but his salad was fresh and his mac and cheese was A-OK. Our dinners were both served with Brann's "world famous" meatballs and yeast rolls with honey butter. Both were scrumptious. Considering the price, Brann's gets four stars for its food. Our entire meal, including our beer and wine (two each) was $32 + tip = very reasonable. Also, our server was friendly and efficient. Despite the smell and the stickiness, I might even consider Brann's again, although I definitely wouldn't sit in the bar area, which I suspect might be more sticky and smell-filled than the dining room.
(2)Lynden G.
Chose to stop by on super bowl sunday as the small family diners nearby were closed. Sat immediately in bar but couldn't hear ourselves think as the tv's were set to "lets see if they can hear this on the moon". Other than that, our waitress was outstanding, the food was great and the Seahawks fans were happy (sorry to the one guy rooting for Dallas).
(4)CrazyforMakeup M.
Crowded and loud... what else to expect on a Sports Bar and definitely not really a STEAK house, afterall it takes good cuts of meat to be known as a steak house. Yes, do not expect good steaks. Price was fair for what you get. Chicken wings are good and burgers are huge. The fresh baked rolls are good, baked potato has tons of toppings. My daughter even ordered the mac-n-cheese with deep fried chicken fingers, probably 2000 calories but actually tasted really good.
(3)C P.
So many TV sets to watch, it's hard to pay attention to the food (even though it's good)! Salads are crisp, steaks are sizzling, and the management is always attentive. Priced reasonably, it's hard to go wrong here.
(4)Chad S.
I stumbled upon this nice place while staying a a nearby hotel. I have to say that I was very happy with my steak and especially the service! I sat at the bar and was well taken care of and had a great reasonable meal! Good job!!
(4)M S.
This used to be my go-to place for decent drinks, appetizer specials late at night, or a regular meal. On my last couple of visits, I have unfortunately left disappointed. Disclaimer: The service has been consistently EXCELLENT. Remember if you choose to come here that it is not the server's fault if your food is bad. The server should not be penalized via tip for something that is completely out of his or her control. One great thing on the menu lately has been the buffalo chicken dip. It comes with tortilla chips and is awesome. If you must come here, order the dip, drinks, and nothing else. We also ordered potato skins, a chicken quesadilla, and a steak meal with mashed potatoes and green beans. The potato skins were terrible. None of the "guts" of the potato had been scraped out, and the result was a dry, disgusting potato skin that almost tasted raw. We had to ask for sour cream- the original dish didn't come with any. The quesadilla had spoiled avocados on top- they were almost frozen and had a very "off" taste, so we scraped them off. The steak was disgusting. It was tough as shoe leather. The broccoli and the mashed potatoes and gravy were not seasoned AT ALL. The mashed potatoes and gravy were much better in the past- it was like eating flavorless mush. Last time we visited, we tried their new nachos. They were completely void of flavor. Our other menu items were great last time, so we gave them another chance. Unfortunately, after today, I do not think we will be back. I had noticed a declining crowd at Brann's lately, and now I know why.
(2)Jack J.
Crappy place. Everything stinks of communism. Either you agree or GET OUT type of place. very sad. but then again it is in Michigan. Food was not very tasty and the place smelled of toilet water.
(1)Kevin G.
My wife ,daughter and I had dinner here tonight. Knew it was Super Bowl night but stopped in anyway. 25 minute wait for dining room or immediate seating in bar. We chose bar and it was a big mistake for only 1 reason. NOISY. Not patrons but the 120 big screens all showing the game. Andrea was our server and she was great and very attentive. I had crispy chicken salad, my wife had a 6oz sirloin and my daughter had the smoked pork sandwich. All were very good. The crispy chicken salad at Red Robin is bigger but I think I like this chicken more. My wife said her steak was done to order and she had the baked sweet potato and broccoli for sides. My daughter loved her sandwich and she is very picky about smoked or BBQ'd anything. It actually seemed to be the best deal out of the three. First time here in along time and other than picking a bad night we were pleased.
(3)Peggy F.
We go for the value, mon-thurs for $8.99 entree & 2 sides... I must say on Thursday's the ribs are amazing! Ask for Stacy she is a very good server & on top on her game. If we have more than 5 people I do suggest that you call ahead for seating ( it just makes everyone's life better:) And to make life just perfect grab 1 of the big margarita specials!! When this is a place is on the top of there game, it's as close to a 5 star as it can get for a chain steak place! I am Not saying this is the worlds greatest steak, but for the value, it really does get the Big Bang for the buck! Still surprised how tasty the Thursday ribs where today!! Good job brann's
(4)Liz W.
You get what you pay for. The food here is cheap, dirt cheap. The portions are decent to huge. The food quality is low though. Sure you might occasionally get something tasty (yeast rolls and honey butter I am looking at you) but more often then not you get bland, chewy or just not impressive. The bill will be small enough that most people will not mind but I do. If you are a snob like me and do not like sirloin you are out of luck. The prime rib is see though and the other non beefy items are very hit or miss. The sides are vaguely Gordon Food-ish. I would compare this to a Logan's Roadhouse but for the record I am not a fan of there either. My husband likes a sirloin and baked potato so he is much happier here than I am. Service is friendly, drinks are cheap but watered down. I don't hate the place but I have had better. For the price it works in a pinch but I am never going to be a fan.
(2)Kris A.
Went to Brann's for lunch last Wednesday with a co-worker. I ordered the asiago chicken BLT, which was very good. The food was delivered quickly, hot, with no complaints. Our server Kelley kept our drinks full and was pleasant throughout. The cost was reasonable for the portions (I could only eat half of the sandwich), and food being served at other tables looked quite good as well.
(4)Steve M.
Enjoyed a quick stop in the bar for a quick guys night out, beer and appetizers. Enjoyed their dinner rolls and then some boneless buffalo wings that were excellent. Great waitress, on break from MSU, who told us Summer Shandy was now on tap. Even better waiting out the long cold winter. I'll be back to try the restaurant!
(4)Carrie K.
Service was friendly and the restaurant was clean (including the restroom's which is always a big deal to me). We just went for burgers which were just okay. It wasn't until after that I realized they never asked how we wanted them cooked. So unless you specify, you automatically get it medium well - also known as DRY! All in all, one thing made the biggest impression on me. They have NO mayonnaise! They only serve Miracle Whip! How weird is that?!?! They don't even have a little packet of it. Sorry but aren't ketchup, mustard and mayo the top 3 condiments for burgers???
(2)Evan F.
Okay so I like this place Bc they have mini TVs at certian booths that play the espn and the nickelodeon show and they have really good chicken strips but they bearly give u any fries. I mean there are like 10 fries.
(4)Peter M.
Brann's is a decent spot to grab a beer and watch the games with your friends. For those of us carnivores they have a decent cut of meat for the price as well. The service has always been decent and everytime I have been there on a Friday or Saturday there always is a crowd. My only criticism would be everytime I go to this place I always wake up the next morning with a headache...
(3)Jan S.
I had decided to meet a friend here for lunch before I saw all of the reviews on Yelp. I'm glad to say though that I didn't have any of the issues others have complained about. We went on a Saturday afternoon when it wasn't slammed so perhaps that helped. We started with an onion loaf which came with a side of spicy ranch. It was the same as any other onion ring/straw app at any place really -- good and greasy. My dining partner and I each got a sandwich, me the chicken asiago and she the chicken avocado, and we swapped out the fries for side salads. My sandwich was good; juicy with a bit of kick to it from the pepper jack cheese. She said hers was good as well. The salads are nothing special and consist of iceberg lettuce mix, some cheese, tomato and croutons. Still it was nice to have them as an option to the fries. The service was fine. He was friendly and often offered to get rid of dirty dishes from the table. The latter is one that, if not done, is a big pet peeve of mine with regard to restaurant service. As others mentioned, the cinnamon butter is YUM! I don't know that I would pick this joint to go to for a steak, despite the fact that I didn't try one, just because when I get a steak I prefer it to be at a higher price point. Still if I were out and about and somebody wanted to eat here, I wouldn't object.
(3)Ashley M.
My husband and I stopped here on a Friday night to let the rush hour traffic die down. We ordered the Kentucky Bourbon steak and the prime rib. The food was good, but the service was even better. Tavis was our server and he was pleasant, attentive, and thorough. I don't see many servers anymore with true customer service. As a previous waitress, I pick up on great service. Thank you Tavis and thank you for the team who trained you.
(5)Zach D.
Portions were decent and price wasn't bad but the food just wasn't good. Steak was overcooked and I had to send it back. Second time wasn't much better. Server was pretty nice so I lied and said it was perfect. I felt bad for her and at that point just wanted to eat. I got the feeling that she is used to things not being done right. Anyway, she kept our drinks refilled and so we made sure to tip her well. The place is more like a sports bar so in that sense, if you want food to accompany your beer while watching a couple games, it is all right but as a steakhouse (as it is advertised) then I would definitely not recommend it.
(2)Ryan S.
I was staying in a hotel near here and decided to give it a shot. I really enjoyed this place. So much so I ate here twice during my trip. I like the Michigan apple salad, and the seasoning they use on the chicken was wonderful. I would have liked to seen more healthy greens on it, but the chicken was great. I also got the prime rib sandwich but did not think it was as good.
(4)Kristen C.
I came to this restaurant for trivia on Tuesday. I started off with a Margarita for $3.39. They filled the whole glass with ice and I barely had any Margarita in there! Opt for frozen or skip it altogether. The vibe of the place was fun and sporty and our server was very nice. I did not try any of the food, so I can't comment on that, but it all looked pretty meaty.
(2)Cantonite P.
Came in for lunch after shopping across the street at Ulta since I knew the places across the street that serve alcohol (Cladagh, Mitchell's Fish, and Flemings) are definitely not cheap lunch places... so we came to Brann's. Luckily for us, we came during the college football games (but before U-M and MSU games at 3:30). So we had quite a bit of the specials... mini domestic pitcher for 3.99 (easily 24 to 36 oz) and a 3.99 long island were on tap. Food-wise, the fried pickles were awesome! I highly prefer the fried pickle slices rather than the pickle wedges (such as Red Robin). So these ones hit the spot, hot and fresh and tangy with ranch. Our main courses were the wreck special (only during games), a good burger topped with pulled pork, pickle, and cheese. Burger was overdone a little, but the addition of pulled pork added some needed moisture. Instead of fries, the combo comes with wings or boneless wings- buffalo was a little too much spice for my wife, but the bourbon was a nicely-flavored wing. Finished up with decent chips and queso since I still had some munchies. Atmosphere in the sports bar was obviously casual, definitely would not mind coming to watch a game here. They also advertise wing specials for tuesday and thursdays (a lot like, you know that other BW place), less choice on sauce, but about the same quality wing. Definitely a good, not-divey, place to enjoy the game. I think Docs at 7 Mile is better quality food, but they're a little pricier than Brann's. If I was in the area more, I'd probably go to Brann's for wings, games, and beer, and that's about it. Don't come expecting a fantastic meal, but come for wings, games, and beer and you'll be pleased.
(4)Pete P.
Went to Brann's for lunch yesterday having never been there before and it was quite pleasant. We were one of the first tables in there around noon and were seated immediately in the dining area (as opposed to the bar or sports area). The server was polite and prompt and served our drinks to us in less than a minute. I ordered the prime rib dip sandwich and my mom got the grilled chicken sandwich. We did not have to wait long for our sandwiches and the waitress then told us that we were not served enought fries so the chef was making more. I thought that was a nice touch. The chef even came out with the fries himself and apologized which wasn't necessary but nice as well. The sandwiches were very solid. Good portions, good taste, and overall a pretty good experience. One thing that does annoy me about this location and really isn't the fault of the restaurant other than they picked the location is that is isn't the easiest or most obvious way to get into the place. It faces 6 mile but there's no entrance off 6 mile. You have to go to the light, which is more of an entrance to a subdivision and then drive behind the bank that's on the corner to access the parking lot. Seems to me like a lot of people would get lost trying to figure out how to get into the lot. Other than that, it was good all-around.
(3)Jarrod And Heather D.
This photo's look so damn good don't they?? Try the steak though..wow I have never not been able to eat a steak but i guess theres a first for everything. The meat tasted compacted dog food. Never again...unless for a game and to drink beer. Good beer specials. Horrific food.
(1)Anna K.
This place has really gone downhill...what a shame. My friend and I came here for lunch last week and immediately we noticed how "unkempt" it was. Fingerprints all over the front doors, dirty menus, and disgusting monitor at our booth. We were there to celebrate her birthday so I did not want to make a huge deal of it in front of her. We both ordered French onion soup which consisted of a little broth, over abundance of croutons and no melted cheese. Just some sprinkled on cheese of some sort. Also, salads that were less than average, dressings looked like pink water. Yeast rolls ok. I mentioned it to the manager while my friend was in the ladies room but I don't think he "got it", although very polite. The owner needs to go there and make some serious changes if he wants to salvage this place.
(1)Mona S.
Went here on a Sunday afternoon. My steak was awful, did not even finish it. It must have came from one of those cement fed cattle. I ordered it medium and I could not even chew it. Loaded baked potato was ok. Broccoli was lack luster. Waitress was very nice and quick with the coke refill. I will not eat here again, I think it is more of a bar rather than a steak house.
(2)Krystal R.
We stopped in here while in the area on a whim for lunch and ordered the lunch specials. Pick 2= soup and a sandwich. Yum! The french onion and lobster bisque are good. The reuben and french dip are pretty good too. I have to say the wings were really good! The staff was very nice and the place felt clean and friendly. We hope to make this a regular wing and beer spot!
(4)Daren J.
Chili was awesome and the grilled chicken wrap was tasty too!
(4)Maria K.
Visited 3 times in last 2 months and have to say that it has been good every time and very inexpensive. Service has been spot on and portions are large. Seems odd though that its never busy, maybe its the poor planned entrance you have to come in thru the bank. Awful on their part.
(4)Nikki M.
Great food and drinks at reasonable prices! The service has always been very good, staff is attentive and they have plenty of parking. Bonus: on wednesday night they have motor city trivia and if you finish in 1st or 2nd you can win gift cards to the place. Ive never won lol but its still a good time :-) Only thing is the margaritas, while good can sometimes have a bit too much sweet and sour mix...
(4)Karen C.
Visit the new branns sports grille. Great place to watch sports-high end TVs everywhere. Buffalo chicken wrap is to die for. Drink and appetizer specials daily-great place to hang out with friends
(4)Mark M.
nice and frienly place food was good ,fair prices portions a little small but it is a good place for friends to get out for a couple of hours
(3)Jason C.
I would rate Brann's on the same page as Logan's Roadhouse, Lonestar, and other steak joints that fall in this category. I'll agree with Jackie R. and Becki B.'s review in regards to their yeast rolls with honey cinnamon butter! If you are not careful, you'll end up eating more than you planned and by the time you get your main course, you'll be full... so make sure you control yourself! Besides, if there's left over, you can always take it home. Better yet, you can order dozen rolls with the butter to go! I tried their Loaded Potato Skins - it's your typical loaded potato skins... nothing to write home about... if you order there salad, you might want to ask for a togo box in advanced... their salads portions are huge... so unless you are going to finish eating all of them, just prepare yourself. I had their 8 oz Sizzling Sirloin, medium. The steak comes on a hot plate, so be warned... some of the juices can land on you... and it's still hot and sizzling when it comes to your table... The steak came as what I ordered and I enjoyed it. The service is good, the wait staff comes and checks in on you often... even when it's busy. The place is huge, so good for large crowds, etc. They do have outdoor seating, so dine outdoors during the summer days.
(3)Jerome O.
Despite my desire to support Michigan businesses in this tough economy, the quality of food served at Brann's makes it difficult. Several years ago, I visited the Brann's in Macomb when they first opened. Despite the awful layout of the menu and poor amateur photography, we wanted to give the restaurant a chance. Unfortunately, the server was unable to answer the simple question of which cut of meat the "Sizzling Steak" is from. That answer would have at least told me what to expect in texture, flavor, fat, etc. The distinctly mediocre steak I received then made me avoid the entire chain for years simply because other competing steak restaurants are better all around. Fast forward to 2010, and I visited the Brann's of Northville with friends. The restaurant chain had undergone a brand update, thankfully. Gone is the cheesy menu and replaced with something more modern, along with modern dishes to complement the steak offerings. Brann's finally admits that the "Sizzling Steak" is sirloin. Unfortunately, they seem to be the cheapest and worst cuts of sirloin available. Striated with gristle and with a grain that crisscrosses in every possible direction made it nearly impossible to cut slices to eat. As the final insult, our plates seemed to have sat under the heat lamps in the kitchen for too long before arriving at our table, as the "sizzler platter" as they called it was no longer sizzling. The other server who brought out the tray (not the one who took our order) repeated by rote the warning of hot plates. No, not really. They were warm. I had ordered my steak rare, under the assumption that a sizzler platter would continue to cook my steak to my preferred medium rare. My wife's medium rare order came out medium well instead. While the environment and friendly servers can make up somewhat for the experience, a restaurant that serves mediocre to low quality food isn't a restaurant I prefer to frequent. Especially when considering that the competition -- whether local or national -- has proven to be able to outdo Brann's in food quality, I see no compelling reason to return or recommend the chain. Better steaks are available elsewhere.
(1)Becki B.
Brann's is one of our favorites! We're always surprised how many people in the area have never been there - we're there all the time. The rolls with cinnamon butter are to die for! Although they're brought out right away when your order is placed, I like to save one for dessert, too. The meat cuts are not my favorite, but they're still pretty good. My husband says he's never had a bad steak here. The staff is always friendly and helpful. If there's a wait when you first arrive, you're given a trading card with a celebrity on it. They'll announce your celebrity when your table is ready (instead of waiting for the hostess to mis-pronounce your own name).
(4)Bob C.
I am very disappointed with the prime rib I had on 2-20-14, I was charged for the 12 once size at 15.99. I clearly had the 8 once size which is 8.99. My prime rib was 1/2 inch thick and about as wide as a hamburger bun from Mc Donald's. I have been to Brann's before and have had both portion sizes. When I questioned the waiter about my paper thin prime rib he pretended to go around the corner and and talk to the chef but i could hear him laughing, Because I was there at nine and give or take a few onces I had the right size. I disagreed with him several times but was stuck with my under sized excuse for prime rib, When asked about my food I again questioned the size. What I had was not even 8 ounces. I know I need to go on a diet but this is not how I wanted to do it. Why ask a customer about your food and service if your not going to do anything about it?At the very least I should have been charged less for such a small portion. You can go to the Outback and spent 19.99 and get a piece of meat four to five times the size. its a no brainer. I made a mistake. Don't go to Brann's if you want a decent size portion of prime rib. I know things are tough out there but cheating customers on portion size and price is too much.
(1)Holly G.
Just had another great and affordable meal at Brann's. 2 of us had dinner & beers for $27!! I had a 6 oz steak w/ baked potato & salad and the hubs had the ribs. We were both really happy with the quality of our meals and the service was great, as usual.
(4)Michael M.
A solid standby for dining. The steaks are almost always good, but there's a tendency to overcook. Like it medium rare? Order rare. Don't order medium if you expect medium. Play by that rule, and you'll find a tasty steak. The sides are ho-hum. Macaroni and Cheese was clearly just nuked from the grocery store. I get by with 8 oz steak, med. rare, brocolli, and a tasty Caesar Salad. Heck, my dad forgets the name of the place and asks if we can go get a Caesar Salad and steak... he mean's this place. Lotsa TV's, and VERY loud almost all the time. Much nicer placer since the smoking ban!!! Go into the bar instead of waiting in line.
(4)Jackie R.
The buns with cinnamon butter deserve 5 stars for their delicious taste! I love coming here simply for that! They bring them out to you when you arrive which is great because I LOVE them. This place is located along 6 mile and is great for families, get togethers with friends, and dates. The place is decorated in a fun manner with ceramic legs sticking out of the ceiling (ie a biker, ballerina, ect). I like how they do seating here also. Like Becki B. mentioned, they give you a card with a celebrity or sports star and you wait for them to call that name. Saves them mispronouncing your name or calling you Jenny instead of Jackie (it has happened before, not here though). The food is good and they have a large selection of meals with pictures that tempt me to ask for everything. The shrimp is really fresh and their salads are good. Mmmmm cinnamon butter and rolls....
(4)Scott T.
Brann's is a place we frequent often. They have a trivia league here on Wednesdays, and we try to come out every Wednesday for that. Service is top notch (our server is usually Kimi, she's awesome). The food is what you would expect from a steak house like this. Yes, the steaks are fatty and grizzled. You paid 9 dollars at a restaurant for a sirloin steak, you get what you pay for. So the alternative is to order something else off the menu. I recommend the chicken roll ups. Lots of food for what you pay, and its pretty darn good. The atmosphere is usually great, tons of TV's to watch any game you came for, and if they don't have it on (which is pretty much never), all you do is ask and they will change a couple TVs for you. Decently priced food, good drinks and specials. Well worth a trip up with some friends. Stay away Wednesday nights! Too many trivia teams playing lately, can't even find a seat in the bar area.
(4)William M.
Great service and good value for the money. Steaks served on sizzling platter, consistently arrive to the ordered degree of preparation. The place for sports with flat screens everywhere.
(3)Colette B.
Great service from waitress. We noticed the manager walking around checking with customers and helping the already efficient bussers. Food for the value was more than average. We both had the sizzling steak, done perfectly, with Marsala sauce. Very good with two delicious sides.cant say enough good things.
(4)Max A.
Monday's are a great time to get an inexpensive tasty prime rib dinner. We gave it a second chance after a disappointing meal, and walked away happy and full. My 6-year old loves the free token for the mechanical claw.
(4)Desta T.
Horrible HORRIBLE! Lousy steak, wallpaper paste for mashed potatoes (are they kidding?); no service to speak of; and noisy as heck with a bunch of drunk 21 year olds. Anybody who compares this place to Texas Road House or Logans is a total idiot. Zero stars! I'd rather eat in a junior high lunch room in Detroit.
(1)Daron D.
This place was a pleasant surprise. Came here because I had gift cards for this place. This is a sports bar with personal tv's at every booth. For my starter I had the wings in buffalo (good, not great) and garlic Parmesan (nasty, taste more like Alfredo sauce). They also have about 10-15 beers on tap, at about $6-$8. For my meal I went with the 14 oz sirloin with Cajun spice and garlic butter and straight up, it was excellent and any other great word you can thank of. I had fries as my side and those too were simply excellent. I see the comparisons to Logan roadhouse and yes they are similar, but I do honestly think that this is a better version of Logan roadhouse (minus the wings).
(4)Carrie M.
An odd smell from the moment you walked through the door which faded as you walked to the dining area. Variety of seating from patio, bar or dining area. Good service and decent selection on menu. Prices are fair for lunch or dinner.
(3)Michael David P.
I had a prime rib tonight, it was awesome. Abby was my bartender. She was awesome! Good atmosphere .
(5)Steph W.
Hands down best Margarita. Their machine produces the smoothest, most flavorful, most consistent margaritas around. It's really ridiculous how good and huge they are. For 3.99, this margarita puts all other places to shame. The atmosphere is typical of a sports bar with a separate side for regular dining (Half sports bar and then half bar and grill). The food is nothing to brag about. They do have several sauces for their wings sort of like buffalo wild wings...I usually get the bang bang. The bread is good. It comes with sweet butter thats either honey or cinnamon. They have a big selection of bar food as well as dinner items and the prices are very good.
(4)Magnus L.
We came here on a whim since we were nearby. It was on a Friday night but they weren't all that busy anyway. It started out on a bad note, the waitress spilled some of my drink on the table in front of me but she didn't wipe it off. Apparently the guests are expected to do it. I also had to ask for more napkins, I guess it wasn't obvious that I had to use MY only napkin that they gave me to wipe it off. We started off with the onion loaf, it was ok but not as good as the blooming onion is at chilis for example. Not much flavor and the dip didn't add much flavor either. I decided to go with the American cheese burger and the sweet potato fries. The burger was ok nothing more. The fries were pretty decent. None in our party had a great experience, I had expected a lot better.
(2)Sal P.
I came here for the steak and to watch the Lions game on Sunday. The place has a great bar atmosphere that was a lot of fun. Big screen TV's placed in good locations from every chair in the house. They also have a quiet section walled off from the bar for those not looking for that type of thing. The steak however is just average. I BBQ a lot during the warm months and hold the bar pretty high for my grilled meats. I don't think grilling a piece of meat to a desired consistency is rocket science. If you can put together a grilled cheese you should be able to handle this no problem. For whatever reason the menu is almost only Sirloin steaks. You get a hunk of triangular shaped meat on a sizzling platter with your choice of 2 sides. The meat itself is usually dried out and lacks proper seasoning. My first visit I ordered the steak medium-raw and it was a little too raw for my liking. This is not their fault at all. The way the steak is cut, you can't expect the kind of medium-raw that you will get from a flat steak. Even being under cooked the meat was just not juicy enough. So on my next visit I got it medium and again I got another steak that was lacking in the juice department. Now when I grill I make sure that the fire is low. I cook my meat low and slow too lock in those tasty juices. That first cut should be a fist punch packed with blood and amazing flavor. Brann's never is able to achieve that and for that reason I am only able to give them the average rating. I've had worse and I've had better. I hold places like this too such a high standard because when I go out I want something I can't make at home. For $11.99 for a 10 oz. steak I could watch for T-bone's to gone on sale at Kroger's and have a feast. The service is great and I can't complain about every having lousy waitstaff serving me. Just wish the steak was knock me out good. Fun to watch the game, but wouldn't go any other time.
(3)Adam P.
Walking in here I really appreciated the opening of the door and quick greeting by the Hostess. The place is loaded with seats and booths so the look of how busy they were in the Parking lot, we were quickly seated. The ambiance is one of a sports bar and a Sizzle Plate steak novelty I find it really beautiful and entertaining. Oiur orders were taken promptly among the decision of burgers, steaks and Ribs, I went with the Sirloin, Med Rare. It arrived well. This was quickly handled and re-fired to my likeness. The Flavor of the steak is your true low grade choice cut accompanied Med sized baked potato. I did love the Crumbled Bleu Cheese Salad. Our BBQ meatball appetizer and Cheese Queso chips were no different than what my cousin makes for the superbowl.. Very simple frozen goods and so on with the classic melted Queso Cheese and Chips. Really nothing special with this place. The service was ok, The crowd was annoying, seemed everyone eating there was separating their bills and really jamming up our server.. The Bar on the other hand seems to be the choice to take here. This is no more true a steakhouse than Ponderosa except they offer a great variety of other items and sandwiches that are tasty for your run of the mill lunch crowd.. As far as dinner goes, I'd dine elsewhere and come her for sporting entertainment and to grab a beer and burger while watching the Game.. I give 3 outta 5 stars... Very Average, but careful on calling it a steakhouse when your steak isn't the best thing you have...
(3)Ryan B.
Very good food and beer selection.
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