Dear reader, PJ's Lager House in Detroit is exactly the sort of place one hopes to stumble into and then quietly congratulate oneself for finding. It has that charming, welcoming dive bar energy that feels relaxed, unfussy, and immediately easy to like. The staff was friendly and fun, which set the tone nicely from the start, and the music was great all around. It is the kind of place that feels lively without trying too hard, which is very much in its favour. One of the coolest surprises was the speakeasy tucked away almost in plain sight. It can be rented for private events, and it is much larger and more finished than you might expect, with a really nice atmosphere that makes it feel special without losing the bar's overall charm. They also have a great outdoor area with a large TV display, which adds even more appeal if you want to linger a while. And then, of course, there was the happy hour deal: $8 for a shot and a Surfside, which had us at hello and frankly required very little convincing. Overall, PJ's Lager House delivered good drinks, good music, kind people, and a very good time. I would happily go back. read more

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We had a great time at lager house, eating dinner before the concert and enjoying music in the back. The prices are really reasonable, bartenders friends and fast service. I enjoyed the spicy chicken sandwich and sweet potato fries. The fries were a HUGE portion and really tasty. The chicken sandwich wasn't overly spicy and had good flavor. They have a good variety of canned cocktails as well. Their back concert room is intimate and good setup. Had a great time! read more

Lager House - Chicken sandwich Sweet Potato Fries - Music Venues Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

What a chill, hole in the wall, music venue, I absolutely digged it and loved the overall energy of the place. Some of the drinks where a tad pricey, so I highly recommend the beers, but the servers are funny and genuine, we got to see the red tum club and heat above (both excellent) and there's a part of me that prefers the closeness and intimacy of seeing a band or just throwing back a few. Don't skip on this place read more

Really nice dive bar to stop in at! This was a Pedal Bar stop and the bartender was so friendly! They have $2 Hamms here which I was very thrilled about! They have a lot of space to stand around, an area to see a band that's playing, and some outdoor seating and standing room. read more

Pages and even Yelp state they accept Apple and android pay. Only take cash or card. And the brunette haired lady bar tender with the glasses is BEYOND RUDE AS ALL HECK. Not just to me either it was EVERYONE. Short walks away before you can finish what you're saying. Snaps at you. She even ripped the menu out of my hand while I was reading it because it was the cocktail hour menu, I said I know but I was just seeing what was offered if we came back during, ignored me and walked off with menu slamming it down on the nearest counter. If I'm going somewhere to relax and enjoy a night out I want someone that's actually pleasant. She was just awful and put people on edge. Won't return. I don't pay to be treated like poop. Hire someone else, she obviously hates her job. read more

I love the Lager House! Love that they offer so many vegan options, along with a regular animal menu. It's cool, and laid back. Next time I'll take a picture of my food. Marge walks around and loves to casually beg for food! We love coming here before a Lions game or Tigers game! read more

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The food is about what you'd expect for bar food. It's not great but is often times the only decent late night option. Beware the chicken po-boy is literally 2 chicken tenders on bread... wasn't what I was expecting... The burger is a burger, the chicken club is a chicken sandwich, pretty standard. Don't recommend any seafood from here. That was a mistake... Overall, if it's your only option late night what else can you do, it beats fast food or coneys in many regards. But in normal hours likely a spot to be avoided for better food options around the city. read more

I have never experienced such poor service in my life. It literally took 75 minutes to get a can of Miller Lite. Left without even eating because I had been sitting for 90 minutes. Do not go here. read more

THIS PLACE WAS AWESOMEEEE First off, I loved the vibe here at the bar. Divey for sure! They had live music tonight along with a surfside sampling and I loved every moment. My friends and I had the best time and all of the workers were so sweet. Definitely want to come back. The black and bleu burger was AMAZING and maybe the most underrated bar food spot right outside of downtown. My burger was cooked to perfection and the BC was so yummy. My boyfriend got wings and lemmeee tell you pplidk if I'll go anywhere else. Also, a special thank you to Sam for the free lemonade surfside, I now have a favorite seltzer! I've almost tried every flavor in house tonight sorry you couldn't see the whole image of the burger I ate it all read more

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This place saved us! We arrived early to the wedding venue behind them and the wedding guests were able to get coffee, drinks and a bite to eat. Thank you to the Lager House staff!!!! You are the best and we will be back now that we know you are here read more

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My husband found the Lager House on YELP and what a neighborhood gem! So cute! Strongly recommend you get what they are known for - check out their burgers. OMG! Shroom burger with Swiss cheese medium and sweet potato fries. My husband got the black and bleu burger and I don't believe either of us said a word during lunch. :). It's a local neighborhood location and that's super fun, super chill and has great food. Go for it! read more

I visited Lager House for a friend's birthday brunch. The atmosphere lacked warmth and coziness on that this particular cold and rainy day. Despite it being tucked away and unnoticed during my many drives past, they accommodated a table of 10 for brunch, which was fantastic. I ordered a classic breakfast with eggs, bacon, potatoes, and toast. While the potatoes looked a bit sad, they turned out to be the highlight of the plate. Everybody seemed to enjoy their food and it was reasonably priced which is hard to find in Detroit nowadays. The service was excellent, ensuring our coffees were filled, and mimosas kept coming. While the restaurant may seem typical of a bar in Corktown, the service and food were what made the visit worthwhile. read more

Lager House - The NO. 1 with eggs over medium, bacon and white toast. - Music Venues Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Though we miss the name PJ's Lager House, the new Lager House did not disappoint. Our friends' put on a live version of their podcast, Crazy for Swayze. Despite a few technical difficulties early on, the staff was helpful working through those and the food was delicious! I had a vegan tempeh po'boy sandwich that was absolutely amazing. CJ, the bartender, did a great job keeping up with everything all night. read more

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We went to a small concert at this location, hint didn't need to pre purchase tickets. Less at the door. Liked seeing and supporting smaller musicians. People were friendly and staff was quick and helpful. Food was typical bar food and drinks were great. read more

Great dive-ish bar and venue. Had been a minute since I'd been in, but came for the Mihali show. Staff was excellent. From door guy, to bartenders, to kitchen team running food in a packed space. Great vibes, even when packed. Food menu looked really fun and inspired. It's got a lot of charm and character. Would post up for a happy hour, catch another show, or grab a lunch. Support your local bars and music venues! Manager eas Great too. He didn't have to take care of us the way he did, but super grateful he did as it made our night phenomenal. read more

The young lady behind the bar was personable & smiley. Unexpected bands were jammin & the food was quick & HOT. Will return when in Corktown. GRATZ! read more

Great place to see a local concert, cheap beer, and can pour a solid gin and soda. Who could ask for more?

Was there on firework night and thought it might be a little busier but I missed happy hour so maybe I missed the crowd. My first time. Had the All American burger. It was awesome. I'll put it up against pretty much all the other burgers in the city. Clark recommended the shrimp po boy but I was on a mission for a cheeseburger. I'll be back very soon for the po now. read more

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I have lost track of the amount of times I have ordered a spicy tofu sandwich and received chicken. Truly. I do not want to re-*traumatize myself. But perhaps I must. It is abhorrent, downright negligent, and disgusting that this establishment cannot simply read the orders on the ticket and complete them correctly. I worked in food service. It's not easy, but it's not so hard that you cannot respect the dietary preferences of your clientele. I have been vegan for some time, except for the occasions in which I order from Lager House, forgetting that the staff is criminally incompetent and inhumane. They seem to find some perverse pleasure in serving butchered meat to those who deliberately abstain. I have given the benefit of the doubt time and time again. How these scumbags sleep at night is beyond me. read more

Great service and great food. Their vegan sandwiches are so filling & my dining partner had their spicy burger. He was blown away with how flavorful it was. Tried sweet potato & cajun fries. Both were great, but the cajun seasoning added such a great kick. Will definitely be back & can't wait to try other items. read more

I've been several times and P.J.'s is a decent watering hole and a pretty good place to get breakfast. The brunch menu is small but inventive, with many vegetarian and vegan options. I really wish their French toast was made with Texas toast or plain cinnamon bread, not cinnamon raisin bread. Come on, no one likes raisins. I normally order a basic eggs/meat/potatoes/toast breakfast. My companions have tried most everything on the menu and like it all, though one said the tofu scramble has too much pepper. The service is the biggest downfall here. Each time I've visited, I've waited and waited and waited, longing for a server or bartender to acknowledge me and take my order or fill my cup or take away dirty dishes or give me silverware or maybe not give sass when I ask for a side of butter when I'm served dry wheat toast (Me: Do you have butter? Her: *long pause* Um. I don't know if we have any. I'll have to check the kitchen.) If your establishment serving breakfast doesn't have butter... lord help you. Anyway: decent food, good prices, service leaves much to be desired. read more

I have never been treated so rudely!!! Wanted to do lunch.... service was denied by an absolutely ridiculously aggressive and rude bartender/ server named Mallory. I've only been to the establishment 3 times. It will probably be the last... read more

I honestly can't pin how long I've been coming here for beers and awesome local bands but as I've entered the back end of life I love that I can still come here for an amazing brunch. I love that in adapting to the New Corktown of modern Detroit they didn't change the aesthetics or rock n roll roots of the place. I'm constantly dallying with the idea of being a vegetarian and I love that they have vegetarian options. I've been here a couple of times for brunch, so this will encompass all the food I've tried. First up, the Shrimp & Grits. This has been a current phase I've been going through, so whenever I see it on the menu I am bound honor and fealty to order it. I've gone though this with Steak & Eggs, Benedicts, and most recently Chicken and waffles, so I wonder how long this will last. This was a a different way than I've had it before. Instead of the grits being made in the traditional way, it was formed into a grits brick and the sauce almost like a soup or broth with the shrimp in it. Completely different than I've had in the past, but no less delicious. Whatever the sauce they use to flavor the dish is, it is wonderful and the shrimp is perfectly cooked. On a previous trip I tried the hash and it was another dish I really enjoyed. One if my biggest complaints lately has been what I consider the undercooking of taters but these were brilliantly crisp and the combination of spices and flavors spot on. Finally, the Scramble. I know none of these dishes sound especially exciting or unique but I think that's irrelevant when it comes to good food. I've seen places screw up grilled cheese and tomato soup, so never take delicious for granted. The scramble fits this perfectly. It was a perfect made breakfast that did everything it was supposed to with great flavor and minimal flair. If that doesn't fit the personality of PJ's I don't know what does. This is just one of those spots that just feels like home to me and I look forward to every time I get to come back. read more

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Great experience, great food, cool little music venue. Would definitely go back to watch another band and catch a bite to eat.

The beer was good (I had the Hefe) and the lentil soup was delicious. The potato salad wasn't bad either.

Yes, it is a 'dive', but a clean, well-kept dive. Being a former health inspector I notice things like the maintenance and up keep of the facility, including the restrooms, behind the bar, the kitchen, and their dry storage in the basement. For being a really old building, they have kept it immaculate. Their food blew me away too. I ordered the Bahnmi salad w/ shrimp, and it not only looked amazing, but it tasted amazing too. 3 of 5 of us at my table got this salad and loved it. My sis got the Karen special, a po-boy w/ chicken strips and mac & cheese, and she couldn't stop talking about it, and Hubby got a burger that he was most pleased with. Sandy, the bar tender that night we came, was on her game, she served the whole bar, and every table too. She knows her stuff. We ended up here cuz Hubby's band was playing, and there was good crowd. The place is cut in 2, the first 1/2 being the bar & tables, and the other 1/2 being the stage venue w/ a few high top tables along the walls, but mostly standing room only. There is outdoor seating that was used for smoking in the winter. And a fun little record shop in the basement that had CD's and concert posters too. Go for food, go for a show, go for both! read more

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Man PJs has got it all. You want brunch they got that, you want veggie oh they got that too. You want to be a vegan hipster yep PJ's can hook you up. You just want to drink canned beers of Stroh's at the bar you can do that. You want craft beer they got that too. You want lunch they got that, dinner they got that. And the food is good. You want a record store in the basement they got that, vintage resale clothes yep yep. Live music and shows, they got that. And they have some killer pop ups with some very interesting food that comes in. The live bands and other things that they bring in are usually interesting and almost always free and damn entertaining. The place is just cool I always enjoy it. I've had good food. And they are pretty welcoming for such a cool hipster place. Ck it out, PJ's is just too cool to miss. read more

Lager House - Po boy chicken and shrimp. Miller light - Music Venues Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Stopped in today for lunch and was not disappointed. I had the French Dip (Today's Special) and it was excellent. I stayed for a while talking to Wills at the bar. Really worth the visit. Good beer selection too. Nice to see some of the local breweries on the menu. read more

Lager House - French Dip (although the bowl with the au jus is not in the picture) - Music Venues Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

I literally "stumbled" into here because it was rainy/snowy and the place I was headed was an additional 100 feet away. Am I glad I did! WOW, the people, the vibe, the service, the FOOD! Completely wreck my weekly eating restrictions, Chicken Sandwich, Gumbo, Onion Rings, and Jalapeño Maple Wings... Management, chef, bartenders, all fantastic. Can't wait to return!! read more

Meh - vax card ? Really ? ESP considering how simple it is to fake one. Not sure if they are still requiring read more

Great catfish sandwich and fries, cool ambience, service was fast once we got to order (the bartender was handling the whole place as we were there early.) read more

This is one of my favorite spots to see live music. Show after show. It's got a dive bar feel, for sure, but also enough room where you don't feel like you are being suffocated. Though certain concerts the stage floor is packed; but you can meander into the bar area to chill out, or onto their patio for some air. I like the different elements of the bar, for just that reason. If the concert floor gets too intense, which on occasion it does, there is a welcome respite to be had. I've seen some great shows here, especially Kid Congo, and Sim Cessna, most recently. One of the best nights of music I've had in a while. They book killer acts both locally and nationally, so it's hard to go wrong here. The bar staff is usually very friendly, and the drink prices are reasonable. They also have a free parking lot with an attendant, which is invaluable. It's just one of those classic places that I hope they don't ever change. It's perfect the way it is. read more

Lager House - Kid Congo and the Pink Monkey Birds. - Music Venues Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Believe the HYPE great spot Location is so on! As well as a dope late night chill spot. You get music and an awesome vibe from the crowd of people in there. Full bar! They have everything from the regular liquor to all the Michigan liquors! The best part about this place is that the food is amazing! This place has the best chefs and a sweet staff. This particular night they had vegan Taco Bell night. It was amazing trust me if you didn't get a chance to grab something you missed out. Be on the look out because they have random themed nights as such! This place is so great I really don't have anything else to say, except For go! Beware this place gets Crowded so be prepared to get bumped and be in a cramped space but totally worth it and you'll love the people you meet in there anyways! read more

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In an attempt not to hit all the same points that Sara and Dil already covered, I'll keep this short.. /ahem. What I Like About Lager House. --the Black and Bleu burger. Not on the menu, but occasionally makes its way onto the chalkboard. I kid you not, this makes it into the Top 10 of Best Burgers I've Ever Had. Superthick supermoist superwellseasoned beef sandwiched between tomatoes+onion+bleu cheese+lettuce+sauce?+onion bun. In the name of burger lovers everywhere, please, please, please order this. Today. --The dog that, if present, will always be sitting directly in front of the door. I've seen the poor guy get nudged a few times with customers coming and going; no wonder the poor thing is so friggin skiddish... --The owners and bartenders are aaawwwesome (okay, that needed to be reiterated). Haven't seen much in the way of live music, so I'll shrug and refer you to other people's post for that one. Oh and free wifi, hey-yo!! read more

Still the best tofu bahn mi around. They also have Copper & Kings gin! Please help out this Detroit staple during covid times. They deserve to keep slinging the good drinks and food for years to come. Pics from the Beforetimes. read more

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This is a great place to catch live music. Often there is a minimal cover or you can choose to stay on the bar/dining side.

Great live music venue! Great vegetarian and vegan options, but don't let that freak you out if you're into regular food cuz they had plenty of great choices available. Not one of those places where you're stuck eating crab grass and soy fries with a crappy burger to accommodate your vegan friends - they've clearly put some effort into the menu and have something for everyone. Awesome atmosphere- casual and welcoming. The bouncer/ server/ do it all big guy was super friendly...the legendary PJ himself was chatting with his guests & supporting some Michigan-grown rock talent. We saw 3 damn good bands last night for $10 cover- was so good we woulda paid double. The Legal Immigrants out of Grand Rapids blew the windows out across the street - only a matter of time before these guys hit. ( https://theLegalImmigrants.com -worth a listen) Very close to freeways- in cork town. Plenty of free, well lit close parking behind the building. read more

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Food is sneaky good, get the shrimp po boy and/or the buffalo wings. Fun for concerts, but just a great bar.

Decent food with tons of vegan options. The food won't win any awards but the food was fairly solid.

Here is my review above in the YouTube link of the Lager House in Detroit's Corktown district, in the Santa Cruz Batman channel style. The conclusion: reminds me of some SANTA Cruz haunts like the Catalyst, or the Blue Lagoon with a little Moe's Alley tossed in....and...wtf! A kitchen with kick ass burgers and stuff cooked in the back at an (and an assortment of by the glass red wines) alternative music venue with floor to ceiling tagging and TatRiot hanging at the bar engaging with the lads in a lively discussion about Conquest (online) and how to strategize...then Mutineers from Portland OR, MY HOME TOWN beaaaach 5-to-the-Oh-to-the-tree mutha fucka ....and John Salvage drops a ditty on stage that would make Dylan wake up in his grave...wait...is he...too soon? And the back patio is wood floored by someone who knew what they were doing, with nice furniture too heavy for you to pick up and run away with (never would; just sayin)...someone put some quality patio furniture in the enclosed open-aired with-umbrella tables out back on the smoking patio. Cleverly disguised from the tourists as a door marked Woman's (just kidding, you'll see what I mean....it's confusing for first timers) Anyways, get in your board bro, and start mobbing it mad turnt down to the LH in Corktown, and get your Wang chungs from the stage fix y'all. The Santa Cruz Batman YouTube channel read more

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