Father Forgive Me was high on my Detroit list after hearing so much hype about it, both online and…read morefrom friends. Nate and I stopped in on our most recent visit to Detroit and had a lovely experience. The space is tucked away but had a surprising amount of outdoor space--we were there in January but I'd love to come back in the summer. We were greeted right away and given a spot near the bar. The menu includes cocktails, lots of wine, and several tasty food options. It was quite busy inside, so it took a bit of time for our server to come over to us, but we weren't in a rush. They had ten cocktails on their list and I tried the bullet proof soul and Nate got the negroni alla perra. The ingredients list for some of the cocktails include things I've never heard of, but at a place like this, I just know it's going to be good. Our drinks were perfectly balanced and very tasty. We also ordered the mortadella sandwich to split--this was delicious. It was pretty messy, but worth it. It was perfectly toasted and full of mortadella. Everything on the menu sounded delicious and I would love to try more of the food options. Can't wait to visit again!

Another great new destination spot on Detroit's east side. It's more then a bar with outdoor…read moreseating. There's artwork, a skatepark, renovated houses, gardens and a church that is now an art gallery. We stopped in to check it out and sat at the bar for a cocktail and snack. The waitstaff were super helpful in explaining everything and we finally picked 2 apps and got drinks. Both were amazing. There were friendly patrons all around and we chatted with other bar admirers. We checked out the coffee shop, Warda, but didn't purchase anything then, but have had several of their desserts since then and they did not disappoint. The atmosphere is wonderful, indoor/outdoor bar, great outside seating - not sure how this will work in the winter? They also have very pretty stone paths with multicolor stones mixed in for a very peaceful beautiful look. It inspired me to add some multicolored stones to my garden! I can't wait to return.

The bar space isn't my vibe but I came to Two Birds for the pop up restaurant. I like that Two…read moreBirds frequently hosts different pop-ups regularly so I'll be returning just for the food. While I waited for my food I ordered a non-alcoholic drink. I like that non-alcoholic drinks are cheaper than alcoholic drinks. Some places want to charge the same amount for both and that's ridiculous to spend over $12-15 for a drink with no alcohol. Service is so-so. I ordered the Imagine non-alcoholic cocktail. The menu states that it is made of guava, lemon, cherry, dulce de leche. Unfortunately, I didn't notice any guava, lemon, or dulce de leche. It was just a cherry drink. I assumed they didn't have the ingredients to make the cocktail I ordered.

We stopped in here for drinks while waiting for our reservation down the street. The staff is super…read moresweet and they have a nice cocktail menu. I would definitely stop in here again! They have limited seating inside but we sat in a nook and were comfortable.

Stopped into Cellar 313 after work and it's one of my favorite spots for a weekend cocktail and…read moreappetizers! The staff is extremely hardworking, kind, and helpful! They have an eye for craft cocktails and amazing food. I highly recommend this spot to anyone looking to enjoy themselves!

This is a great spot for Happy Hour! Some deals on beverages and food, and the atmosphere was…read morereally nice and cozy! It was snowing outside the first time I was here so that probably made it seem extra cozy. The bartenders and servers were lovely and fun to chat with. Bartender suggested a wine that I ended up really loving, he brought the bottle back over so I could take a photo of it as my addled brain forgets almost everything. Would definitely be back, very centrally located in GPP and great vibes for meeting friends.

The Royce offers free wine tastings on Wednesday from 6-730pm. They pours during the tasting are a…read moretrue "taste" lol don't expect full pours like you get at Cooper's hawk. However, the tastings are in small groups of about 8 people at a time so you can hear the wine descriptions and interact with the group easily. I ran into a college classmate that I haven't seen in 8 years because we were both running our mouths about how we liked the wine we were tasting. I wasn't a fan of the wines we tasted but I loved the Chardonnay I purchased as we sat around and talked. Conner was a great server and gave excellent recommendations. There are plenty of seating options, including a few couches upstairs. I will be back just to enjoy the atmosphere and have a glass or 2 of the Chardonnay.

Early evening bottle of champagne and charcuterie. Decor is a vibe. Love the selections, music and…read morevibe.

Food was mediocre at best. Little gem salad was literally drowning in dressing. Lamb skewers over…read morecooked and small portion. Pasta dish with anchovies was way overrated . Attentive service and cool decor in Corktown. Just don't think I'll be back.

On a little patch on a block with apartments and houses rests a former firehouse thoughtfully…read moreconverted into a dynamite restaurant. There's little going on in this area, with zero shops or other restaurants nearby. Park on the side street, it's fine. We went there for a special occasion. Make that reservation, you'll need it. Empty tables don't exist for more than a few minutes, and they are packed in. Servers are laid back, knowledgeable, and friendly. Not in the "corporate wants me to smile", but genuine. I think the employees like working here! The food was amazing. If you want to pair the wine, ask for a suggestion. I'm so glad we did, both the red and the white wines we had complemented the food perfectly. The menu changes regularly, so what we ordered likely won't be available next week. Except the bread - I rarely eat any bread, but I'm glad I did this evening. Tables are small, but so are the plates. Share your food, there's just too many good things to try. And yes, even dessert was amazing. Dress up or not, doesn't matter. Anything goes. A sport coat is fine, but so are sweaters and sneakers. Entrance is a really plain door on the side, not at all where we expected it to be - and with very little indication of where it was. Top twenty of meals I've ever had, and probably in the top five I've ever had in Detroit.

Pretty good spot met some lovely people here and the bartender Lucas was great will be going back…read morein the near future his service was spot on. My girlfriend and I have a new favorite spot for a quick bite before game day

Food and ambiance! Hidden Detroit gem! Great staff and owner. Personal but professional, quality in…read moreseason food.

A lovely double date night! The ambiance was nice and service was extremely attentive. The food was…read moredelicious (although definitely on the expensive side). The focaccia was the only thing we didn't care for. Stand out dishes were the harissa yogurt carrots, braised cabbage, and espresso chocolate mousse parfait.

I am so sad this place is closing. I took my girlfriend here recently and we both agreed it's the…read moreabsolute perfect spot for what we have been looking for. Extensive wine list. Fantastic charcuterie board. All at a reasonable price for a downtown restaurant. We will try to visit again before they close the doors and we will be so sad.

Great oysters (though a bit pricey) and consistently good food. Cozy ambiance and so convenient to…read morehome. Service was wonderful most of the night; it slipped a bit at the end when things got busy, but our server was still lovely.

We went to Brine for a surprise date night and it did not disappoint. Starting off with a round of…read moreEast Coast oysters, they were served with a delicious mignonette and horseradish. The service was great and attentive, with many different staff members table touching. I loved the hot honey Brussels sprouts, they had great crispy texture and the pomegranate seeds added a nice burst of flavor in each bite. The roasted beet and goat cheese salad was delicious and light, and paired amazingly with the clam chowder. For an entree, we split the oyster po boy which was amazing. Crispy, tangy and full of flavor it was a great sandwich to split between two people, and came with a large portion of fries. Can't wait to go back and try their 5-6P Bar Happy Hour!

It's at the end of a dark hallway if you decide not to go the candy bar. Super small! 350sq ft…read more Awesome drinks. Best martini I've had, super mellow and good vibes Awesome staff with a lot of knowledge. Just go there, date night? Sure I guess! It's a vibe to mingle, put your phone away! Cheers ;)

This is a small wine bar inside the Siren Hotel in Downtown Detroit. They offer food, cocktails and…read moreice cream! No reservations required. They are open from 5PM until Midnight during the week and until 2AM on Friday and Saturday. It is a tight fit and if you get there late, may end up standing out in the hallway. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and will offer drink and food recommendations. Wonderful ambiance. A nice spot if you are out on the town and definitely prior to enjoying a show or other events in the area. A hidden GEM!

This review is for the Fourth Wall bar, although it will contain some comparisons to the prior Lost…read moreRiver. This is a placeholder. Just typed for ten minutes and lost the review.

The latte and vegan banana bread was delicious. I really enjoyed the ambiance and that it was very…read moreloud. A very calming experience.