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    Esquire Bar

    4.2 (9 reviews)
    ModerateCocktail Bars
    Open 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    Rohan D.

    I was wondering if this friendly neighborhood bar was a gay bar or just gay friendly in an open minded community when one of the bartenders turned around and I could read his t-shirt: " Yass, we are a gay bar. Esquire Bar." But really I wouldn't have known until the DJ started up and the little dance floor was never left empty with an ever shifting combination of women of various ages and middle aged men all of whom were clearly enjoying dancing. The clientele was very diverse in terms of race, age, and orientation but I think the majority of the regulars are male gay couples (well) past the age of being young and superficial. I don't think I've been in a more welcoming tavern. Not so loud that I needed hearing protection, not a great selection of scotch but I did get some Johnnie Walker Black Label without any hidden up charge nonsense, and although busy, the bartenders were always attentive and efficient.

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    2 years ago

    Great place for a crazy night, especially during the weekends, the crowd is always very fun and lively. One of my all time favorite spots

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    Absolutely love the people and the relaxed atmosphere. Great place to spend a Friday night.

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    EnVie - Nationally recognized hamburgers

    EnVie

    4.4(151 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$$

    Started with whitefish dip, the bread was crispy and chewy, the dip delicious…read more I ordered Steak frites the mushroom and sauce in the steak was superb! Waitress was very attentive without hovering. We Would recommend En Vie!

    Update: I am sorry…read moreto update everyone that Travis left EnVie. The new bartender leaves so much to be desired. Pretentious bartender who really really wants to be known for being a mixologist. Don't you dare ask to modify any of his ingenious cocktail creations. I've been to many many bars in my lifetime. Nice bars, hole in the walls, distilleries, hotel bars, outdoor bars, cute little trailer-wedding bars, speakeasies. You get my point. My standards are high but i'm down wherever too. this is the first time anyone has refused to modify a drink for me. and i'm not talking about changing everything. i'm talking about swapping out mezcal for gin (there are barely any gin cocktails anymore). i've been here three or four times since the new bartender-- and i don't even sit at the bar anymore. the only redeeming quality of the place is the chef(s?) who I feel really takes care of people and makes the food with love and care and excellence. the burgers and steak are literal perfection. Le sigh. Travis if you're reading this-- Mike and I miss you!! Management, please try to get him back! Give him a fat raise! anything! your restaurant is going downhill quickly because 1) Travis is gone 2) Inflexible pretentious guy took his place.

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    Zoobie's Old Town Tavern - Three cheese garlic bread

    Zoobie's Old Town Tavern

    4.2(127 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    While hosting family visiting from New Jersey, we spent part of the afternoon enjoying an activity…read morealong the river in downtown Lansing. About halfway through, everyone started getting hungry, so I asked my sister-in-law to pick a restaurant in Old Town that looked appealing. She chose Zoobie's because she thought she had seen it featured on a Food Network show, and the menu looked diverse enough that everyone in our group would find something they liked. Being from New Jersey, my sister-in-law firmly believes there is no good pizza outside of New Jersey or New York. Well, Zoobie's proved that great pizza can be found anywhere. I ordered the pear pizza without the meat, and it was absolutely delicious. The flavors worked perfectly together, and I never felt like I was missing anything by skipping the meat. My sisters each ordered different pizzas and thoroughly enjoyed them, while my nephew had a burger that disappeared quickly, which is always a good sign. My wife ordered the bruschetta and spoke so highly of it that I had to try some myself. She was right, it was delightful. Another pleasant surprise was the atmosphere. The restaurant was quite busy, with a full bar and a group celebrating some kind of event, yet the noise level remained very manageable. As someone who is sensitive to loud environments, that can make or break a dining experience, and Zoobie's got it right. For context, we visited on a weekday around 2:00 PM, so that certainly may have contributed to the comfortable atmosphere. Still, every aspect of our visit exceeded expectations. Great food, attentive service, a welcoming environment, and perhaps most impressively, pizza that won over a skeptic from New Jersey. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Old Town Lansing.

    Fun lunch spot with friends! Got the trust us pizza in veggie form and it did not disappoint. The…read moregarlic aioli was so good and I do love a surprise. Please get the popcorn here too- absolutely delicious. Prices are very reasonable. Great spot to watch MSU sports and enjoy some quality bar food with a drink in hand.

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    Bowdie's Chophouse - Lansing

    Bowdie's Chophouse - Lansing

    4.7(195 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    I was in Lansing, MI for one night only and the hotel host recommended this restaurant. OMG she did…read morenot disappoint me with this recommendation. The staff was extremely kind and helped me with making suggestions. The duck ravioli was delicious (the sauce was like warm) I would have preferred it hotter but undeniably good. I'm really sad because I think I make the best steak at home of course but this steak was the bomb. It was cooked perfectly. I asked for medium and they delivered. The pork belly in the Brussel sprouts was so tender and flavorful. The restaurant is a little small so I recommend making reservations. My drink was okay (but I'm heavy handed) so alcohol might have been in it. Lol I will definitely be back.

    PHENOMENAL... but let me explain…read more I will start off by saying this place is tiny. If you try to walk in, chances are you will not get a table. I tried twice with no luck. I finally got in with a reservation and I was not disappointed. You absolutely must order steak here. Skip the sea bass or chicken and go for what they are known for. The Cowboy Ribeye was perfection. Juicy, seasoned beautifully, and so good that even though we ordered bleu cheese and horseradish sauce, we hardly touched them. Honestly, you do not need garnishes. To make the meal even better, try the Brussels with Pork Belly as a side to share. I could do without the pork belly, but the dish still worked really well. For a drink, the Nightcap was delicious and hit the spot. At first I was unsure, since the restaurant is small and the table next to us had a group of very loud business men, which made it hard to talk. That is the only reason I gave 4 stars for atmosphere. Thankfully they left early in our dinner, and the rest of the experience was wonderful. The service was excellent. We were told the steaks might take some time since they are large, but it did not feel like a long wait at all. I will definitely be coming back when I am craving steak. Come hungry because the portions are big. Highly recommended.

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