I came here with a friend who has two dogs. Barkside is a dog bar located in the West Village with free parking in the back. There is lots of space for dogs, big and small, to play unleashed with other dogs. My friend's dogs had so much fun, and there are seats for their humans to have a drink and relax. There are cocktails, wine, coffee, soda, and mocktails at reasonable prices. This is a must-visit for dog owners on the east side of town. read more

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I can't get enough of this place. It is one of a kind, a must for dogs who love other dogs. The staff and community atmosphere make it 5 star. read more

Absolutely a blast for pet owners and their pups. Cody made sure everyone was having a blast, informed us on cocktails offered and was just a delightful host. Beautiful facility, clean and well maintained. All of the pups were having a blast, there's plenty of room to romp and the owners graciously provide misting fans, toys, large water bowls and more. Can't recommend enough! read more

Everything !! Beer was cold and good ! All dogs played nice ! The people in charge were really paying attention Can't wait to be back!! read more

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Absolutely what we need in metro Detroit and we need many more BarkSides! Mine was super cautious & intimidated but they have staff that know more than we do about dogs and within a half hour, she was running around and enjoying this little dog world- really good for her development and socialization Also love the coffee and bar option- Wonderful way to spend an afternoon with your best friend We were just trying it out for today (Mondays are only $5) but this is great for our dog and will become a regular activity Oh and $2 pup cups for the win! read more

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This is the best place for dogs and beer! The 'Rufferees' allow you to enjoy yourself while your dog races and chases with the pack. Perfect. read more

Barkside - Our daughter and dogs had a ball! - Dog Parks Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

I can't say enough good things about this place. When I first heard that there was going to be a dog bar/park, I thought it was the dumbest idea ever. People don't watch their dogs and alcohol seem to make it that much worse. We ended up deciding to check it out on a chilly day in January and fell in love. You can tell that all of the staff love their jobs. David and Cody are the owners and are right there in the thick of it with their staff. They keep a close eye on the dogs and intervene if things start to escalate. They show that they love every single dog. This place is not at all convenient for me to get to as I live a half hour away, but it is well worth it for me to bring my dog and let him blow off some steam and chat with these super friendly rufferees. A lot of the same people come often so it feels like a big family. I really wish that they would open something like this in Macomb County, but until then I will continue to drive the distance to come here. read more

Barkside - Full bar - Dog Parks Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Best dog bar in metro Detroit!! The ruffarees are doing a great job keeping pups happy and safe. QR codes on the tables allow you to get drinks without losing sight of your Pup. read more

Barkside - Charlie having a blast with some new friends - Dog Parks Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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I came here with some dog friends and had the best time! I pre registered online and that process was simple and easy. When I arrived, they were able to quickly pull up my dog's account and register for a day pass for the day. (Weekdays $10, weekends $25, Mondays $5). While I was there, I was able to order a drink but you can also get coffee and there are water refreshment stations around. There are workers there to help manage the dogs to ensure that the dogs play well so at time, it is nice to enjoy the company but also the weather on particularly beautiful days. Overall, I would recommend! read more

Indoor space is small. Drinks, no food. Credit Card required, no paper receipts. Be aware of pre-purchase events or be turned away at the door. Management may ask you to leave to spite the distance you drove to get there. Not all dogs get along and sometimes, humans get injured. They do spray disinfectant on the chairs the dogs pee on. Enjoy! read more

Woo-hoo! The Eastside finally has a dog park that's also indoor/outdoor with drinks for the humans and plenty of fresh water for the dogs! You have to register your dog with their vaccine records and either buy a day pass or a membership but if you have a dog that needs activity and likes being social, this is going to be so great when it's snowy or rainy or even on a beautiful day like today. Plenty of staff helping maintain the peace and refilling the water bowls but, you may still have to look out for dogs that can't take a hint... There was one dog today that just kept wanting to hump my dog and his owner was not doing anything to curtail it and the staff was trying to intervene...I told them, just let my dog learn him but I'm sure it was making them nervous to see how that would play out... So we did our best to keep them separated. My dog has been to dog bars and dog parks all across the country but other dogs may be less socialized so just keep that in mind. Other than that, it was a good time. And because I got an annual membership, I don't care that we couldn't stay that long. I have a theory anyway, that of dogs are seven times as fast as humans, then being at the dog bar for a half hour is like being at your favorite bar for 3ish hours and that's plenty, right? Good selection of beers and seltzers. They will have wine eventually but not yet. I got some blackberry vodka seltzer thing and that was enough for a quick visit today. I appreciated the little refresh area with doggie perfume and towels. Ample parking on site. People without dogs can just go hang too so, the lot may seem full but it doesn't mean the building is full of dogs. Also, assuming there are neighborhood people that can walk there, so again, the fullness of the parking lot might not represent the number of dogs or people inside. Overall, very impressed and excited to welcome Barkside to the Eastside! read more

terrible customer service from the front desk white girl. made me feel completely not welcome as a Black person who just wanted to ask questions. Imagine me feeling like an outsider in my city, Detroit. One of the blackest cities in the world. I wont be returning. trust me read more

Have been here twice - well set up for dog and human enjoyment! So nice that there are dog "ruferees" to keep things safe and fun. My dog had a blast - her rescue socialized her well with people and dogs so no issues. An amazing place to spend time with your dog. Everything clean, staff A++ welcoming and professional. read more

Barkside - The building - Dog Parks Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

This is a great place to bring your dog to play with others. It's better than a dog park because there are "rufferees" who are knowledgeable in dog behavior and if they see a problem they can handle it before it escalates. Much better than a dog park where people don't often know the difference between rough play and aggression. It's also a great place to meet fellow dog enthusiasts and chat over coffee or libations. There are Adirondack chairs surrounding the play area so you can watch your dog frolick. (You must stay with your dog; this isnt a doggie day care.) I really like Barkside! read more

We love Barkside and our dog does too! We have been several times. Unfortunately, we had first unenjoyable experience there today. A dog was incessantly pestering our dog, instigating, etc., our dog wasn't even approaching the dog after a while, and we made it pretty obvious that we were frustrated. Yes, I know dogs are dogs but it became extremely excessive. The employees moved the other dog away several times; we figured at some point they would say something to the owner but nothing was said. While we witnessed them telling other dog owners about dog behavior, sometimes even taking dogs to their owners. This owner was not talked to. Not sure if the employees knew the dog's owner or something. It shouldn't matter though. We left feeling annoyed and that we were not valued. read more

First visit today. Dog loved it. Staff was very friendly and helpful. $8 for a draft beer. Large selection of drinks available. Will be back! read more

The best. Every one is so so friendly and they keep it very clean. My dog also gives 5 stars, she loves zoomin around and having other dogs to play with. Can't recommended enough. read more

This place is the absolute best! Have nothing bad to say about it! The atmosphere is so fun and all of the employees are the sweetest! Especially Cody and David have been so amazing with our dog! I couldn't recommend a place more read more

Great concept! Cocktails were mixed perfectly with a relaxed atmosphere for your furry friend to meet new friends.

My big dog had a great time. Some dogs are not well socialized and the staff does a good job keeping an eye on interactions and cleaning up after all dogs. read more