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Lion's Den

4.3(2,080)· Google4.3 out of 5 from 2080 reviews (Google rating)Date Night Restaurant$$
Open now · closes 9:00 PM
(248) 674-2251 Directions lionsdenrestaurant.com

Quick facts

Lion's Den is a date night restaurant at 4444 Highland Rd in Waterford, MI, open daily from 12:00 PM. Call +1248-674-2251 for details.

Address
4444 Highland Rd, Waterford Township, MI 48328
Phone
+1248-674-2251
Hours today
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Price
$$

About Lion's Den

Lion's Den at 4444 Highland Rd in Waterford, MI serves a broad American menu in a freestanding stone-and-brick building with a lodgelike dining room. A fireplace and a casual, cozy, quiet atmosphere shape the setting for a date-night dinner. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, with comfort food, small plates, healthy options and desserts among its offerings. An on-site bar serves beer, wine, cocktails and liquor, and happy-hour food and drinks are available.

Beyond dinner for two, Lion's Den accommodates groups and has a private dining room. Reservations are accepted, and families are welcome, with high chairs and a children's menu available. Guests can dine in with table service or order takeout; delivery is not offered. The entrance, parking, seating and restroom are wheelchair accessible. Free lot and street parking are listed, along with paid lot parking. Lion's Den has a Google rating of 4.3 from 2,080 reviews.

Known for

  • Lodgelike dining room with a fireplace
  • Broad American menu and comfort food
  • On-site bar and happy-hour food and drinks
  • Private dining room and reservations
  • Lunch, dinner and takeout

What to order

Mentioned in reviews

  • fish and chips
  • pizza

Popular times

Usually not too busy right now · Typical visit volume reported by Google.

Mon

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6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 0 of 100, 12p: 0 of 100, 1p: 0 of 100, 2p: 0 of 100, 3p: 0 of 100, 4p: 22 of 100, 5p: 34 of 100, 6p: 40 of 100, 7p: 36 of 100, 8p: 25 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Tue

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6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 0 of 100, 12p: 0 of 100, 1p: 0 of 100, 2p: 0 of 100, 3p: 0 of 100, 4p: 26 of 100, 5p: 39 of 100, 6p: 47 of 100, 7p: 41 of 100, 8p: 27 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Wed

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6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 5 of 100, 12p: 9 of 100, 1p: 12 of 100, 2p: 15 of 100, 3p: 20 of 100, 4p: 29 of 100, 5p: 39 of 100, 6p: 44 of 100, 7p: 42 of 100, 8p: 32 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Thu

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6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 5 of 100, 12p: 8 of 100, 1p: 10 of 100, 2p: 12 of 100, 3p: 18 of 100, 4p: 29 of 100, 5p: 42 of 100, 6p: 50 of 100, 7p: 49 of 100, 8p: 37 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Fri

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6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 7 of 100, 12p: 10 of 100, 1p: 11 of 100, 2p: 15 of 100, 3p: 29 of 100, 4p: 53 of 100, 5p: 82 of 100, 6p: 99 of 100, 7p: 89 of 100, 8p: 61 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sat

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6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 0 of 100, 12p: 0 of 100, 1p: 0 of 100, 2p: 0 of 100, 3p: 0 of 100, 4p: 60 of 100, 5p: 89 of 100, 6p: 100 of 100, 7p: 85 of 100, 8p: 57 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sun

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6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 0 of 100, 12p: 16 of 100, 1p: 25 of 100, 2p: 32 of 100, 3p: 40 of 100, 4p: 48 of 100, 5p: 55 of 100, 6p: 53 of 100, 7p: 41 of 100, 8p: 24 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Google rating breakdown

2,084 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

  • 5★1,211
  • 4★483
  • 3★193
  • 2★97
  • 1★100

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

  • popcorn×69
  • bread sticks×53
  • prime rib×39
  • fish and chips×29
  • french onion soup×15
  • french dip×9
  • lemon chicken×9
  • smelt×8
  • shrimp scampi×3
  • baked spaghetti×3

People also search for

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “I love their hazelnut coffee and their Irish coffee so good and their Pizza The best in the house”

    — Mark Taylor, September 20, 2026 · google

  • “Chicken marmalade was excellent. Fish and chips had no flavor. Great service. Normal bar atmosphere.”

    — Darra Large, September 13, 2026 · google

  • “Brenda our waitress was super nice, what was a little disappointing they don't serve escargots anymore”

    — A.B., September 9, 2026 · google

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Lion's Den — frequently asked

Is Lion's Den open on Mondays?
Yes — Lion's Den is open Monday from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Where is Lion's Den?
Lion's Den is at 4444 Highland Rd, Waterford Township, MI 48328.
How expensive is Lion's Den?
Google lists Lion's Den in the $$ price range for date night restaurants in Waterford, MI.
What is the phone number for Lion's Den?
You can reach Lion's Den on +1248-674-2251.

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