What to order at Cafe Muse

Must order
House-cured trout with a horseradish cream
Editor tip
Walk-in for most days; Mother's Day brunch needs a phone reservation. Closed Tuesday.
CuisineBrunch
StyleBrunch and lunch
Price$$
Price range$15-22
Neighborhoodferndale
HoursMon-Fri 8:30-13:30, Sat-Sun 8:30-14:00, closed Tue
BookingReservations for Mother's Day brunch
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Must order: House-cured trout with a horseradish cream

Tip: Walk-in for most days; Mother's Day brunch needs a phone reservation. Closed Tuesday.

Location

Address: 418 S Washington Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067, Detroit

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Cornbread Restaurant & Bar (Sunday brunch) ★ 4.5

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Cornbread Restaurant & Bar on Northwestern Highway in Southfield serves Sunday gospel brunch in metro Detroit. Located in Ferndale. Open sun 11:30-19:00.

Order: Chicken and waffles with a peach mimosa

Tip: Sunday brunch with gospel runs from 11:30; book ahead. Closed Wednesdays.

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Order: Margherita pizza for brunch and an espresso

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Order: Duck confit hash with a Bloody Mary

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Order: Red velvet pancakes with cream-cheese drizzle

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Order: Sweet potato hash and a pour-over

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Cornbread Restaurant & Bar (Sunday brunch) ★ 4.5

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Cornbread Restaurant & Bar on Northwestern Highway in Southfield serves Sunday gospel brunch in metro Detroit. Located in Ferndale. Open sun 11:30-19:00.

Order: Chicken and waffles with a peach mimosa

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