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Rugby Grille
The Rugby Grille, located inside Birmingham’s Townsend Hotel offers a true, memorable-dining experience. It features beautiful art, intimate tables, world-class service and culinary magic of our Executive Chef. The menu changes frequently and with the seasons and features the very best in beef, seafood, poultry and salads. Conveniently located in the Metro Detroit area in close proximity to Troy, Birmingham, Royal Oak, West Bloomfield, Clawson, Beverly Hills and Southfield; the opportunity to tantalize your palate could never be closer.
The Rugby Grille is ranked as one of the Top Ten restaurants in the United States and the Best Restaurants in Michigan by Zagat’s Restaurant Guide and is one of those restaurants that will keep you coming back week after week.
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The Rugby Grille is ranked as one of the Top Ten restaurants in the United States and the Best Restaurants in Michigan by Zagat’s Restaurant Guide and is one of those restaurants that will keep you coming back week after week.
54 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 54 reviews
5 stars
(34)
4 stars
(13)
3 stars
(3)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(37)
- fit for foodies(24)
- notable wine list(24)
- romantic(23)
- neighborhood gem(22)
- great for brunch(14)
Rugby Grille Reviews List
Review 1 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Rugby Grill remodel equals I-Hop!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"the introduction of booths into the dining area and brass ring curtains has hindered the ambience of what was. It is cramped and servers must manipulate very tight spaces. Bring back the old!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I would not go back. The food was not good. I had heard the restaurant has gone downhill and I agree. I would not go back, very very disappointing. The service was good and the ipad for the wine was neat. The renovations were nice but the quality of food was extremely low for the expectations and price."
Dined on 4/27/2013
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Review 3 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great service!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent wine selection, my New York strip was beyond generous in proportion. The service was impeccable, so attentive my water glass was never under half full, my wine was frequently refreshed, just sensational service! A little pricy with the wine, I did not understand why some wines were only available in half bottles as opposed to by the glass!? This made my bill higher than wanted."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance and service were
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Ambiance and service were great but good was very mediocre and very expensive for what it was!
Go there for a drink- not dinner unless u r getting a salad!"
Go there for a drink- not dinner unless u r getting a salad!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2006
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 5 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Loved the Dover Sole
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Celebrated our daughters 20th birthday. I really enjoyed the table side boning of the Dover sole-it was delicious -they compped a warm chocolate Molten cake which was also enjoyed with superb coffee"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 6 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love the new decor. Good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love the new decor. Good food and elegant service prevail."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2004
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 7 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Classy & elegant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great service. Super elegant. Classy. Quiet."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Just finished their renovation
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Just finished their renovation and it came out great!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 9 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a great time. The food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"We had a great time. The food was outstanding and our server Corin was great"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great time always consistent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great time always consistent in every category"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 11 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I was disappointed that the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was disappointed that the main dining room was being remodeled and I did not know that in advance. The restaurant was set up in the hallway. The food was very good though."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 12 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
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Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"The experience Saturday evening was fair at best. Certainly not up to the standards they position themselves for in the market. And, not what we have come to expect after years.
In the past we would recommend Rugby Grille without question. Next time I'm asked it will be with caution."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2010
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Review 13 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
An outstanding dining experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A wonderful experience! Truly outstanding service in an upscale environment! Food was fantastic too!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The staff was very attentive.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The staff was very attentive. The parsnip soup was excellent. The dessert was very good."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 15 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Rugby Grill was awesome.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Rugby Grill was awesome. I can't wait to go back again."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 16 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
comfortable
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent experience! Great food & atmosphere."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had a great experiance at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had a great experiance at the Rugby Cafe and would go back."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything was wonderful,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everything was wonderful, far exceeded my expectations."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 19 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
a place to be!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Was a wonderful night at the Rugby Grille. It was my first time, and I cannot wait to return. I dine all over Detroit and it looks like a new favorite place for me to go. The service was outstanding, and the food was just as good."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 20 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The perfect place for romance
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We absolutely loved it!!! We are spending Valentine's Day at Rugby Grille for dinner and may stay the night at The Townsend. We had a wonderful time and plan to return often. Courtney, our 'caretaker' was wonderful and we have requested her again for next month. And we loved Edward.... Rugby Grille will be our eatery of choice from now on. Thank you!!!"
Dined on 01/25/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We love the service and the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We love the service and the food! Always fab!"
Dined on 01/24/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
reliably refined and elegant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"reliably refined and elegant brunch"
Dined on 01/20/2013
2004
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 23 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Steak far overcooked... Disappointi
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Steak far overcooked... Disappointing overall no one asked how it was...
First time there, very likely this was the last time as well..."
First time there, very likely this was the last time as well..."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2011
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Review 24 for Rugby Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was delicious, flavors
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was delicious, flavors well developed, and the ambiance was fantastic. My one complaint is that there was only one vegetarian entree option (other than entree salads)."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Rugby Grille
Based on the average of (30) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate