IN THE NEWS
WJBK-TV FOX 2
July 8, 2010
Big Rock Chophouse was featured on WJBK-TV FOX 2's Morning Show featuring Happy Hour specials at the restaurant and a recipe on how to make sauteed Chorizo and Peppers. To view the video and recipe, click here.
Freep.com
June 24, 2010
Sylvia Rector of the Detroit Free Press highlights the great happy hour specials at Big Rock Chophouse. To read the article, click here.
Oakland Paper
April 30, 2010
The history of the Birmingham Rail District and Big Rock Chophouse is explained in this article from The Oakland Paper. To read the article, click here.
Freep.com
April 22, 2010
Big Rock Chophouse is featured in this article on metro Detroit Mother's Day destinations. To read the article, click here.
MLive.com | Kalamazoo Gazette
April 12, 2010
Big Rock Chophouse brings home a Gold and Silver medal in the 2010 World Beer Cup. To read the article, click here.
Detroit Free Press
February 11, 2010
Big Rock Chophouse is featured in this article highlighting Valentines Day dining and specials in the metro Detroit area. To read the article, click here.
Detroit Free Press
February 8, 2010
Big Rock Chophouse receives a mention in this Detroit Free Press article on the 2010 Birmingham Restaurant week. To read the article, click here.
Detroit Jewish News
January 28, 2010
The Detroit Jewish News recently held a business party at Big Rock Chophouse, and published photos of the event. To view the photos page, click here.
Detroit News
January 21, 2010
The Detroit News reports that Big Rock Chophouse will again be participating in Birmingham Restaurant Week, which will be extending in 2010. To read the article, click here.
Detroit Free Press
January 21, 2010
The Detroit Free Press reports that Big Rock Chophouse will again be participating in Birmingham Restaurant Week, which will be extending in 2010. To read the article, click here.
Real Detroit Weekly
January 20, 2010
Big Rock Chophouse receives positive reviews from Real Detroit Weekly's "Clean Plate Club". To read the article, click here.
Trifter.com
January 16, 2010
Big Rock Chophouse is included in this article on the "Top Five Foodie Neighborhoods of Detroit". To read the article, click here.
Real Detroit Weekly
December 22, 2009
Big Rock Chophouse/The Reserve are featured as top New Years Eve destinations in this article from Real Detroit Weekly. To read the article, click here.
Real Detroit Weekly
September 29, 2009
A "Culinary Compound" is how Big Rock Chophouse and The Reserve are described by Real Detroit Weekly's Clean Plate Club. To read the article, click here.
hometownlife.com
September 13, 2009
Hometownlife.com reports on Big Rock Chophouse receiving the prestigious 2009 Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator magazine. To read the article, click here.
Hour Magazine
July 24, 2009
On July 23, Detroit Tiger Curtis Granderson hosted Passport To Wines of The World at Big Rock Chophouse/ The Reserve in Birmingham.. To see a gallery of photos from the party by Hour magazine, click here.
The Detroit News
July 24, 2009
Curtis Granderson raises over $40,000 for his charity during fundraiser held at Big Rock Chophouse. To read the article, click here.
The Detroit News
July 22, 2009
Curtis Granderson, other Tigers bachelors to be auctioned off during fundraiser at Big Rock Chophouse. To read the article, click here.
MLB.com
July 16, 2009
Big Rock Chophouse to host Detroit Tiger, Curtis Granderson, fundraiser on July 23, 2009 to benefit the GrandKids Foundation. To read the article, click here.
Connectmidmichigan.com (NBC 25 Mid-Michigan)
July 16, 2009
Curtis Granderson fundraiser at Big Rock Chophouse on July 23, 2009 will feature national comic. To read the article, click here.
Motorcitysports.com
June 18, 2009
Detroit Tiger Curtis Granderson to throw wine-tasting fundraiser at and bachelor auction at Bick Rock Chophouse on July 23, 2009. To read the article, click here.
Real Detroit Weekly
June 17, 2009
Chef Brian's Yellow Fin Tuna Flatbread is spotlighted in this article from Real Detroit Weekly. To read the article, click here.
Detroit Jewish News
June 11, 2009
A full page pictorial of the Jewish News party at The Reserve. To read the article, click here.
Hometownlife.com
May 7, 2009
Big Rock Chophouse earns a top spot in Hometownlife.com's suggestions for Mother's Day destinations. To read the article, click here.
Detroit Free Press
May 7, 2009
Big Rock Chophouse is recommended in this article on the best area Mother's Day specials. To read the article, click here.
Detroit Jewish News
March 26, 2009
Big Rock Chophouse owners Norm and Bonnie LePage discuss their relationship with The Jewish News in this advertiser spotlight. To read the article, click here.
Brides Michigan
Spring/Summer 09
Big Rock Chophouse's hosting capabilities are highlighted in this article about top Michigan event locations. To read the article, click here.
Detroit Free Press
March 6, 2009
The Detroit Free Press announces the opening of the Big Rock Chophouse patio for Spring. To read the article, click here.
Hour Detroit Magazine
March, 2009
Big Rock Chophouse's Executive Chef Brian Henson is profiled in a feature about the area's top chefs. To read the article, click here.
The Detroit News
February 26, 2009
Big Rock Chophouse gets a mention in this article on the success of Michigan's beer industry. To read the article, click here.
Dining In Detroit
February 16, 2009
Big Rock Chophouse's February Beer Dinner and Birmingham Restaurant Week events are featured on the popular area dining blog, "Dining In Detroit". To read the entire article, click here.
Detroit Free Press
February 12, 2009
Big Rock Chophouse's Valentine's Day menu is featured in this article showcasing holiday specials at local restaurants. To read the entire article , click here.
Michigan Meetings + Events
Winter, 2009
The Power of a Network...Connected! event series is featured in this article from Michigan Meetings + Events magazine. To read the entire article, click here.
Wine Enthusiast Magazine
November 2008
Big Rock Chophouse is proud to announce that it has been selected as one of the nation’s most wine-friendly restaurants in 2008 by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. We were recognized with the Award of Unique Distinction for making wine an important part of our customer’s total dining experience. Be sure to check us out in Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s upcoming February 2009 issue.
Detroit Free Press
November 13, 2008
Big Rock Chophouse's burgers are recognized by the Freep as one of the top 25 hamburgers in metro Detroit. To read the entire article, click here.
October 2008
Big Rock Chophouse would like to congratulate its Brewmaster, Dan Rogers, for receiving the distinction of being an “Alpha King Finalist” with our very own “Norm’s Raggedy Ass IPA.” A total of 70 beers from around the country competed in the 2008 tenth-annual Alpha King Challenge at the Falling Rock Tap House in Denver, Colorado on Friday, October 10, 2008. A team of 18 judges including brewers and beer writers selected the top three beers in a blind tasting.
Big Rock Chophouse is proud to be listed as one of the nine finalists.
Hour Detroit Magazine
October 2008
Got Rocks Ultra Lounge's Flirtini is featured in this article on area drinks with unique names. To read the entire article, click here.
Hour Detroit Magazine
October 2008
Big Rock Chophouse's Norm LePage discusses his favorite restaurants. To read the entire article, click here.
Oakland Business Review
September 18-24, 2008
Oakland Business Review announces the arrival of Chef Brian Henson to Big Rock Chophouse. To read the entire article, click here.
Dbusiness Magazine
September 2008
Big Rock Chophouse's Rock Rewards members' party is featured in this pictorial in Dbusiness Magazine. To read the entire article, click here.
Metromode
August 21, 2008
Big Rock Chophouse's outdoor patio is featured in this article on outdoor dining in metro Detroit. To read the entire article, click here.
Metromix Detroit
August 12, 2008
Big Rock Chophouse makes the list as one of the area's top breweries in this article from Metromix Detroit. To read the entire article, click here.
Detroit Free Press
August 11, 2008
The Detroit Free Press reports on a John McCain fundraising event at Big Rock Chophouse. To read the entire article, click here.
Detroit News
August 8, 2008
Big Rock Chophouse is featured in this article about golfers from the 2008 PGA Championship in Bloomfield Hills, and their favorite area dining spots. To read the entire article, click here.
Six Degrees
August, 2008
Six Degrees magazine explores Big Rock Chophouse in this article on the area's top restaurants. To read the entire article, click here.
WJBK-TV (Fox 2 News)
July 14, 2008
Big Rock Chophouse is featured on Fox 2 Morning News’ "Cooking School" segment to discuss “Grilling with Beer” and a special cookbook signing event with culinary craft beer authority, Lucy Saunders. To watch the segment, click here.
Detroit Free Press
July 3, 2008
Big Rock Chophouse's outdoor patio and stone terrace are featured in this weekly spotlight on outdoor dining. To read the entire article, click here.
Daily Tribune
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Big Rock Chophouse's award-winning beer is featured in this article about South Oakland County breweries. To read the entire article, click here.
Observer & Eccentric Newspapers
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Belle Vallee winemakers are featured in this article from the Observer & Eccentric after a recent wine dinner at Big Rock Chophouse. To read the entire article, click here.
Metromix.com/Freep.com
June 2008
Big Rock Chophouse is listed and reviewed on the Detroit Free Press' restaurant and event Web site. To view the listing, click here.
Real Detroit Weekly
May 6, 2008
Big Rock Chophouse makes Real Detroit Weekly's list of 10 Great Outdoor Dining Spots. To read the entire article, click here.
Real Detroit Weekly
April 15, 2008
Big Rock Chophouse's Brewmaster, Dan Rogers, and General Manager, Vera Day-Rizer explore pairing food with "Beer vs. Wine." To read the entire article, click here.
WDIV-TV (NBC)
April 8, 2008
Big Rock Chophouse is featured by WDIV as hosting the Detroit Pistons 50th Anniversary Celebration. To watch the segment, click here.
WXYZ-TV
January 2008
Big Rock Chophouse and The Reserve are featured on WXYZ’s Ultimate Wedding Planning Show. To watch the segment, click here.
Detroit Free Press
December 27, 2007
One of Big Rock Chophouse’s Bartender’s, Craig Wilson, is featured in the Detroit Free Press’ 5 Questions section. To read the entire article, click here.
Detroit Jewish News
September 6-12, 2007
Big Rock Chophouse Gathers No Mass — Birmingham chop house builds on innovation and success. Danny Raskin covers the restaurant’s 10-Year anniversary. To read the entire article, click here.
The Daily Oakland Press
September 3, 2007
Chophouse turns 10, but the food remains timeless. Big Rock Chophouse celebrates its 10-year anniversary. To read the entire article, click here.
The Daily Oakland Press
July 5, 2007
Big Rock Chophouse’s Brewmaster, Dan Rogers, is featured in this article that highlights the strong craft beer industry in Oakland County. To read the entire article, click here.
Rock Rewards Loyalty Program
June 2007
Big Rock Chophouse creates its own Rock Rewards Dining Club, designed to acknowledge its loyal customers and enhance the restaurant’s special dining experience. Members of Rock Rewards can earn special benefits for each dollar spent at Big Rock Chophouse, Got Rocks Ultra Lounge, The Reserve, and during off-site catering events. For more details, click here.
Real Detroit Weekly
March 6, 2007
Big Rock Chophouse was voted “Best Restaurant To Be Seen At” by Real Detroit Weekly. To read the entire article, click here.
Crain’s Detroit Business
December 4, 2006
Big Doings at Big Rock Chophouse. Chophouse owners spread wings with new nightclub and condominium project. To read the entire article, click here.
The Daily Oakland Press
November 13, 2006
Big Rock's Executive Chef, Jeff Rose was featured in The Daily Oakland Press as Chef of The Week column. To read the entire article, click here.
The Daily Oakland Press
August 18, 2006
Big Rock Chophouse received four stars in the The Daily Oakland Press’ Nomadic Nibbler section in an article titled: Distinct, multifaceted ambience is as appealing as stylish, hearty menu. To read the entire article, click here.
Hour Detroit Magazine
June 2006
Big Rock Chophouse was recently featured in Molly Abraham’s Vittles & Views column for its renowned Stone Terrace patio. To read the entire article, click here.