Best Family Style Restaurants in Ferndale

They were a bit frazzled as it was a holiday week and lots of large parties. We had a 5 PM reservation for a party of 7. We were finally seated around 5:20. Server was very prompt. Took orders quickly. Forgot one salad but was rectified in due time. Blackened salmon and Veal parm were both good but cheese on veal was barely melted and little sauce and no pasta. Chicken parm did come with pasta and was tasty.

We made reservations for the hot chocolate or shake, entree, and paint your own ornament experience and it was wonderful! The service was exceptional, the food delicious, the place was hopping and it was an excellent experience. Highly recommend.

In a city that is developing a nationwide reputation for creative cuisine, Takoi remains a benchmark. We used this dinner to introduce four friends — all with significant “foodie” bona fides — to Takoi and they were all blown away. The theme is dominantly Thai. I am cautious about introducing the word, “fusion,” because it has been so bastardized. But Takoi revives the original meaning, staying true to its roots while adding distinctive new flavor tones and textures that can take you by surprise. From start to finish, each dish seemed to outdo the prior one, from the carrots to the noodles to the sea bream. Add wonderful service and Takoi remains a delight everyone needs to experience.

This is one fine restaurant. The decor is beautiful with the green walls continuing the theme of chartreuse, the liqueur that is available for those who care to imbibe. We had several appetizers/small plates and each one was beautifully prepared and tasty. Loved the mushroom risotto, beet salad, lamb meatballs, halloumi, and two desserts, a vanilla pudding and a delicious chocolate thing. Service was competent and friendly. And finally, the prices are reasonable.