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    Cafe D'Mongo's Speakeasy

    4.2 (230 reviews)
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    Hello Alove R.

    We enjoyed this place so much! Bring some cash to tip the band bc they always kill it, it's a small joint and the boss man runnin the show was so friendly but also ran a tight ship as far as any riff raft coming through. Our server was so friendly this is def a spot where you get a cold beer or quick Jack n coke not so much craft cocktails (no glassware) or at least they didn't use it when it got busy. But fun spot , everyone welcome and you'll more than likely meet some friends

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    Jaciely C.

    Come here. Live music, great service and strong drinks. We got the grill cheese for fun and omg holy s**t so good. I laughed at my boyfriend for ordering it but found myself wanting more. Great environment & HIGHLY RECOMMEND

    Carolina C.

    D'Mongo's is an institution in Detroit. This speakeasy has survived all of Detroit's ups and downs. They have live music and their drinks are great - their bee's knees is really good. The grilled cheese is the perfect toast with a great cheese pull. Just a great spot to take in some Detroit Culture with photos and mafia contracts and art on the walls - but try to get there a bit early so that you can grab a table!

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    Lindsay L.

    One of my favorite spots in Detroit. It is super unique with the decor and overall experience. It is only open on Fridays and Saturday's but there has always been live music when I go which is great. It feels very local-vibe, meaning the bartenders know everyone. The drinks are served in plastic and solo cups but they are STRONG. The staff is so friendly and warm. The decor is awesome - lots of antiques and cool relics. Drinks are reasonably priced and they offer grilled cheeses for food.

    Mj J.

    Ohhh what a fun time at Cafe D'Mongo's! If you're looking for a cool spot to hangout with friends and enjoy live music this is the spot for you. A Detroit classic, D' Mongos has been around for many years and it has stood the test of time. From the moment waking through the door, you feel like a regular. The staff is awesome, drinks are strong and they have the best grilled cheese hands down.

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    Christopher V.

    Gentrification has robbed Cafe D'Mongo's of it's legendary vibe. I say legendary, but they actually have a relatively recent history being about 13 years old. It just feels eclectic and rich with history. There's no cover and the music is top notch. The crowd takes away from the experience. I'm not even talking about drunk people acting like drunk people. ..just several groups of really rude people doing things like putting their feet on tables and being rude to other guests. This isn't a cocktail bar, so keep it simple. Pours are generous though. There's a small food menu, but don't come hungry. Pro Tip: Bring cash to tip the musicians

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    Rodrigo T.

    I love this joint,, I feel hella bad that I didnt get to stay longer here at this spot. It's a really decent place to get a drink too. These are one of those places that doesnt need to pretend. Everything about this place is old and vintage oriented. Even the clear glass mugs our gin and soda was served in was not matching. Mine was a Lutheran Church and my husbands was christmassy. Now that is cool! Plus our drinks were very strong. I could totally see myself coming back here for a drink or two or three. Probably because it's a grown up spot, or something a Real Tree wearing farmer from the burbs would steer clear from. Anyways, thank you so much for reading my review. I hope this helps with your decision making experience. Enjoy your awesome yelptastic day!

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    3 months ago

    proper detroit gem of a joint for music in a close quarters bar in the style of New Orleans or even a Nashville alley.

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    One of the best bars in Detroit. Great staff. Great service. Great atmosphere. Strong drinks. What more do you need?!

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    Super cute vibe! Very busy and standing room only but loved the live music. Servers were great too!

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    If you want to have a fun night that is full of good spirits, characters, and laughter you must come to D'Mongo's!

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    3 years ago

    Music was popping and atmosphere was crowded and vibrant. fun spot. Definitely will return

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    Can a 20yr old come with their 21+ friends here?

    No. Everyone is carded.

    What kind of food?

    All they have is one item and it's called The White Boy Rick Grilled Cheese. It has a few different types of cheese on it but that's all they have. This is a place for drinks.

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    y. Larry Mongo is by far one of the most entertaining men i have ever met and is so incredibly lively he can make anyone smil

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    Hannah was such a sweet girl. So knowledgeable of the menu and also on bourbons in general. Let her…read moremake you a drink of her choice! We had 3 drinks from the menu. All were really good. It's a very small space. Back alley entrance! lol, you are going the right way down the freaky alley!

    I have been here several times over the last, almost, decade since they opened and have always had…read morea good time. The cocktails can be quite pricey, but are always very good. Sometimes with unique ingredients. I always tend to gravitate to a more zippy fruit cocktail and those have often come with pop rocks, which is super fun. My significant other, during our last visit, got a smoked cocktail which was a fun experience and my sister received a miniature plate of cheese, pickles with hers. There was only a single pickle and a teeny bit of cheese, but it was kind of funny. (For the price, you would think you would get more or they would offer it as an option) The ambiance in there is always moody and romantic in a way. It can be a smidge hard to see the menus depending on where you sit. The place is quite small, we have sat along the back and at the bar, both are nice locations with different vibes. The service is always good, sometimes you have a very talkative bartender and other times they don't say a word, but I'm sure they are all very knowledgeable. It's a bit of a hidden gem, some people that I talk to still don't know it's secretly waiting for them in a mildly sketchy downtown city alley. Part of its appeal!

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