Red Wood Grill & Catering

Red Wood Grill & Catering is an acclaimed barbecue restaurant located at 7726 Cooley Lake Road in Waterford Township, Michigan, serving the greater Oakland County area since its founding. This family-owned establishment has earned prestigious accolades including Metro Times Best Carryout in the Suburbs and Best Barbecue in Oakland County, along with multiple Oakland Press Best of the Best Reader's Choice Awards. The restaurant specializes in authentic Michigan-style slow-cooked barbecue, smoking their signature meats over red oak wood to achieve that distinctive mellow flavor that keeps customers coming back. Their menu features specialty slow-cooked ribs, hand-sliced prime rib, smoked turkey, and ham, all prepared fresh daily with traditional techniques. The newly renovated dining room offers a comfortable atmosphere for family meals, while their catering services bring the Red Wood Grill experience to events and gatherings throughout the region. They also offer a curated selection of craft beers from local brewery Rustic Leaf Brewing Company, along with wine and spirits. Popular menu items include their Holiday Carryout Feast, featuring complete turkey dinners and bone-in prime rib for special occasions. The restaurant maintains convenient hours Tuesday through Sunday, with happy hour specials available. Whether you're seeking authentic Texas-style ribs, generous portions of smoked meats, or catering for your next celebration, Red Wood Grill delivers exceptional quality and flavor that has made them a destination for barbecue lovers across Michigan.