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    Nancy Whiskey

    4.0 (93 reviews)
    InexpensivePubs, Irish
    Closed 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    NANCY WHISKEY ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Loud
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    Bar is small, but loaded
    Christie L.

    When I travel, I always look up the oldest bar in town and try to visit. Well, I literally could not find the oldest one (I found out later we were right there. It was a house-front-looking building), so we visited the second oldest, and I am sure glad that we did. I went in and immediately felt like an outsider! This looked like the local pub for the surrounding area. It was not more than 2 minutes before we were invited to the bar and asked about ourselves. We felt at home within 5 minutes. We learned that we were virgins to a shot of alcohol that you must have, which was served to us, and we enjoyed talking with everyone. It turns out we were sitting next to a band member who plays at Cliff Bells (we were at the night before), and then he had played in a local jazz bar in Indianapolis, where we are from! Small world!!!! We made lots of friends and enjoyed this place so much. Glad we missed the oldest bar since we found the one we should have been at anyway!

    Spectacular place where Solidarity reigns!!
    Matt W.

    Kathy treated us to a wonderful historical tour!! Outdoor patio was a spectacular surprise. Great Union history here.

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    Mj J.

    We finally made it to Nancy Whiskey! I've been wanting to come here forever and St. Patty's Day was a perfect time. My friend has been here before and describes it as a classic. The weather was absolutely beautiful and the crowd was enjoying dancing to an Irish Band. We had an absolute blast. We will most certainly be back!

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    Karina K.

    We went on a bar crawl for my friends 40th birthday and we had such a great time visiting this super old bar and learning about the history. They had a really cute outdoor area as well.

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    Derek F.

    If you're not a regular don't bother. They will ignore you. Bummer because I really wanted to like this place and was excited to go. Drinks and service was weird, it was like we were intruding, taking up the place that was for the regulars and they so did not want to help us. Went for fish on a Friday and it wasn't bad, but the hole vibe we got made us not want to return. And that sucks cuz we were paying customer and probably won't return. But they won't care.

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    Colette N.

    Well, I couldn't be happier Nancy Whiskey's is back open and in full swing after a fire that had them closed and rebuilding for almost a full year! They are back to business and I couldnt be sadder that some of the greatest memorabilia in the city went up in flames, but NW is slowly regaining their old-school dive bar charm. Weekends you will find live blues (no cover), Thursday is open mic night, every night there are cheap drinks and the bartenders, staff and owners are great. Don't miss St Patty's parade day, St Patty's Day, Tiger's Home Opener and the Friday night before the parade (St Patty's practice) as they are probably the craziest and wildest times of the year. Tents are up in the back for added space. Also Nancy's is a GREAT spot for bar crawls but keep in mind its hard to find a worse neighborhood in the middle of nowhere (actually, they are across the walking bridge - I75 - from old Tiger Stadium, God Rest Her soul). The new backyard is sort of a part of the bar now, and you can go back there for fresh (ok, smoke-filled) air. Also, Nancy virgins are treated with a welcoming gift. Be sure to tell em I sent you :)

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    It is a true Irish bar. Nice staff. Huge selection of whiskeys. Dark dive bar. Kind of off the beaten path.

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    Always a good time. Cheap drinks and loud music. The ultimate dive bar. It has a dark past but it is a part of Detroit history.

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    Fun Detroit place to go. We saw a live band and had a great time! This place never ceases to amaze me.

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    It is situated in a somewhat burnt-out neighborhood across the expressway from the old Tiger Stadium, Do not let the neighborhood sway you.

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    McShane's Irish Pub- Downtown Detroit

    McShane's Irish Pub- Downtown Detroit

    3.8
    (232 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    I absolutely love McShane's and no one is probably going to change my mind about it. I have been…read morecoming here since pretty much it opened and I have never had a bad time here. Probably didn't write a review sooner because I never thought it needed it, but I want to really give them their roses. Yes, it is a dive bar. But it is two levels of fantastic. Reasonably priced drinks in a world gone so mad that an old fashioned is $20 nowadays, really good food (try their burgers, very good or their wings, booyah!) and while I should give them 1 star for this, the only bad thing about them is that it's a spot for Arsenal supporters (Go Blues!) LOL. One of the best parts of the bar is that they offer shuttles to the major venues for their events. Why I usually start here before every Lions or Tigers game I go to. Regarding service, the bartenders are usually fun, and I am a fan of all of them. They provide great service even when they are packed. If you go in wanting fun and a good time, you won't be disappointed.

    I was excited to go here. Always wanted to stop in. 1st the Staff was Friendly. WELCOMING Friendly…read moreand did Absolutely Everything a great staff should do. There were 9 of us 3 were guests and the bills were handled efficiently and individually. That alone gives tge service Team 5 stars It was tge food. I love Shepherd's Pie...I should have known when the gravy as photos will show was so dark it simply wasn't good...My Irish Coffee had no flavor...I asked another guest if he was ok with his order He said from what he had heard He decided to order a Hamburger and it was good. My husband ordered the McShane Burger but was unhappy. Maybe it was just not the cooks day

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    Temple Bar

    4.3
    (72 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    I want to like Temple Bar because the location is perfect right next to the Masonic Temple. It's…read moreone of those spots you naturally end up at before or after a show, and it has that classic dive bar vibe that could be so good. But if you know crowds are coming when shows let out... you've gotta be ready for it. Two bartenders for a packed bar just wasn't cutting it. I waited about 20 minutes for a drink and eventually just gave up, which is frustrating when you're trying to enjoy a night out. And the one drink I did get earlier honestly looked like a sample cup. The place felt kinda dirty and weirdly quiet (before the rush)? Like super dark (which I get, dive bar) but no music or energy to balance it out. It just felt off. I've been here a few times now hoping it would hit different, but it hasn't yet. If you're the owner reading this, I'd just say plan for those post-show rushes. Even one more bartender and a little boost in atmosphere would go a long way. I'll probably still swing back because of the location, but man... I'd love to actually enjoy it next time.

    Visited the Temple Bar after about 40 years. The place still has the same decor and smell. This is…read moreone of Detroits iconic dive bars. Always was and still is. About the only thing that has changed is the patrons. It seems like all you gen whatever hipsters have discovered Temple Bar.

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    Honest John's Bar & Grill

    Honest John's Bar & Grill

    3.8
    (669 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    We went to Honest John's before a performance at the Detroit Public School's Ford theater down the…read morestreet. I've wanted to come here because it was a place my late mom liked. I thought the saloon-type entry doors were a fun touch. I liked the atmosphere, too. The menu is wide-ranging, from breakfast any time to burgers, salads and sandwiches. I don't drink alcohol often, but I noticed they had a good selection of hard cider. I decided to get the one that was on the top of the menu -- something with pineapple. It was sweet but very good. My sister had the Honest John's hard cider that was on draft. It wasn't as sweet, but it was good as well. I had the grilled johnny john sandwich -- chicken, swiss cheese, tomatoes, lettuce on grilled pita. It was very filling; I only ate half! My sister had the chicken Caesar wrap, with the same result. We ordered some plain fries to share. Those weren't anything special. All in all, I liked the restaurant and would go back.

    If you're looking for a fun, high-energy spot with great food and drinks, Honest John's Bar & Grill…read moreabsolutely delivers. From the moment you walk in, the vibe just hits. It's lively, welcoming, and has that perfect mix of neighborhood bar and downtown cool. The kind of place where you can show up for brunch, dinner, or just drinks and know you're going to have a good time. I ordered the pattie melt, and let me tell you -- it did not disappoint. Perfectly cooked, juicy, and loaded with flavor, with that golden grilled bread and melty goodness that makes every bite better than the last. It's comfort food done right. And the frozen mimosa? So good. Refreshing, smooth, and dangerously easy to sip. It's the kind of drink that makes you want to stay for "just one more." Between the food, the drinks, and the fun atmosphere, Honest John's is a whole vibe. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to -- and bringing friends with me next time.

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    Spanish Coffee ~$12 Tia Maria, Orange liqueur, Brandy, Coffee, Whipped Cream, Cinnamon sugar rim

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    The Old Miami

    The Old Miami

    3.9
    (188 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    Stopped in on a weekday around 3pm after visiting the Detroit Institute of Arts. While we were…read morethere the tornado sirens started going off, which made for a memorable experience. Loved the cheap drinks, strong pours, and dive bar vibe

    This is probably one of the nastiest bars I've been into and that says a lot. This place REAKS of…read moremold and mildew and it slaps you in the face right when you enter. I swear the odor is so powerful every breath fills your nose with mold. Everything in here doesn't look like it's been maintained cleaned or dusted in 30 years. There's piles of random items above the drink counter that look like it harbors dust from the 80s. Particles going right in the drink. On top of that they charged $10 at the door. And clearly it's a friends benefit kinda place because in the 45mins we were there we were LITERALLY THE ONLY PEOPLE WHO PAID A DOOR CHARGE!! Now we are sitting at the bar no drink menu no nothing. I order a simple 2 green tea shots and the waitress is like staring at me. And I'm repeating my order and she started making clicking noises with her mouth bopping her head like she tweaking. I ask her how much it will be and completely ignores me. She's definitely giving under the influence vibes. I'm like shouldn't be more than 20 dollars. NO I was charged 25 dollars for 2 green tea shots in a plastic shot cup. 45 mins and we were down 45 dollars place was gross af and the green tea shot tasted like straight sour mix.. The lady never even came back to the end of the bar to ask if we wanted something other than a green tea shot. Just spaced out talking to other bartender. We cut our losses and ran straight for the door Place needs Bar Rescue or a wrecking ball.

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    HopCat

    HopCat

    3.7
    (929 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    We had a great evening at HopCat tonight playing Trivia and hanging with friends. The atmosphere is…read morewarm and welcoming to guests and you'll always find a beverage or food to make your visit memorable. Thanks for a good night, folks! The Henry Ford Hotties

    This is an update to my previous review of HopCat Detroit…read more I still love the food and the lively, energetic ambiance here. The fresh, flavorful meals and the downtown vibe make it one of my favorite spots to grab a bite or hang out with friends. That said, I want to elaborate on my not-so-great dine-in experience from before. One night I decided to eat in, and while my waitress was genuinely nice and attentive, the experience took a weird turn when my meal was brought out. The guy delivering it just walked past me, dropped the plate on the table with a loud clank, and didn't greet me or even acknowledge me at all. It was jarring -- not only did it feel careless, but it completely broke the warm, fun vibe I'd come in expecting. On top of that, I had the app downloaded to earn rewards points, but my waitress never added them, which was frustrating enough that I ended up deleting the app. That one visit definitely stood out as an exception in an otherwise positive history with this location. Since then, I've had better experiences with staff, and the food and overall energy of the place continue to shine. Despite that one odd incident, I still highly recommend HopCat for the atmosphere, creative menu, and fresh food. I'll continue coming back and will share more updates (and pics) along the way.

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