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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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    1 year 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

    EnVie

    4.4
    (150 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$$

    Recently brought a group of 5 for dinner at EnVie. Midweek visit, yet the restaurant was full…read more Great atmosphere. The bar was crowded as well. Overall, good feel to the venue. Our appetizers were each excellent. Our group ordered the Brussels sprouts and white fish dip. Would order those again. For entres, we enjoyed the burgers, filet mignon, chicken bowl, and crab caps. Each of us enjoyed our meal and agreed we would recommend these plates to family & friends. The service was lights out. Attentive, fast, yet not intrusive. From beginning to end, on a busy evening, the team performed exceptionally. Well done EnVie team. We will certainly be back.

    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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    Bowdie's Chophouse - Lansing

    Bowdie's Chophouse - Lansing

    4.7
    (195 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    I have great things to say about Bowdie's Chophouse - Lansing. I was taken aback by how top tier…read morethe service was on a very unassuming Wednesday evening. I want to give a special shout out to my server Sarah and the bar tender (I forgot her name) who were so welcoming and friendly during my visit. The ambiance was low-key, but super friendly vibes. The chef even came out to welcome me to the restaurant and say thank you for coming. I was pleasantly stunned :) I had the Kansas City steak and half order of mushrooms - excellent! I would certainly recommend a visit next time you're in Lansing. I recommend making a reservation. I was a party of one and barely made it to the bar.

    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.

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