Not the first not the last but it's definitely the Wurst. Yipsies finest little spot for sausages sandwiches veggie stuff and pretty cold beer. Yeah they get four stars stopped in it was hot and the wurst is cool. Very laid back good menu lots of good choices burgers salads course they got brats Nice wraparound bar lots of good TVs, pretty chill spot. Ypsies got a lot of choices but this definitely isn't the worst or is it. read more

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It's unfortunate that they are closing, I really enjoyed their tots the last time I went. Then again, my son had gone more recently and he brought poutine tots home, which tasted like mushy salt topped with salt in a salt gravy. I look forward to seeing what they are going to have here next. read more

The newly owned Wurst Bar is nothing like the original. I went with a friend not knowing that the was a new owner and part of the restaurant was sold to a dispensary. Concentrating on the food, nothing like the previous owner we had the chicken sandwich and sweet potato tots. The sandwich was underwhelming, over cooked and appeared to be a frozen chicken patty served on days old bun, that was not even toasted. The tots were tasteless and you could tell they were frozen tots. The previous Wirst bar served the best and freshest tots with a fabulous dipping sauce. The new owner came to speak with us, however just spoke in circles about working out kitchen kinks and offered nothing in the way of improvement or an invitation to try his food once the kinks were worked out. Just wanted to make sure that we would pay for food that we were very unhappy with. Good luck in the future to you sir! read more

We saw this place on Under The Radar so we thought we'd drive down to eat the "famous" burgers. Lol- the show must be at least pre-Covid. They said burgers were $5.95, they ground their own meat, etc. Fast forward- cheapest burger is now $13. The place is 1/2 the size now - the other half is a marijuana shop. The reek was unreal and totally permeated the place. It not only reeked, it felt dirty and there was only 1 other patron in the bar. We were so disappointed in what it actually was now compared to what they showed on tv. We left asap.... read more

Good food, good drinks I left my umbrella there. I came back two week later and they still had it for me.! read more

I order door dash the other night bc I'm lazy and I decided to try a new restaurant. What really sold me on ordering from the wurst bar was the peanut butter burger (Mr. Peanut Burger). Peanut butter burgers are my favorite and if you've never tried one, shame on you. I recently moved here and I'm always on the lookout for where I can find a peanut butter burger in a new city. I ordered the burger with sweet tots and it was ready for door dash extremely fast. I ordered the burger medium and it was cooked perfectly. As far as the peanut butter, it's homemade crunchy peanut butter and I really liked the extra crunch. Tbh the peanut butter looked really sketchy when I opened the box, like sketchy should I eat this what is happening. But it was frickin DELICIOUS. I could've used more peanut butter flavor or a more peanut butter forward burger, but it was well balanced with the bacon and cheese. Not too salty, not too sweet, just right. Now the sweet tots. Anything made out of sweet potatoes is good so you really can't go wrong here. The real star of the show though is the dipping sauce that comes with them. According to the menu it's a "buttercream fluff dip" whatever the heck that is. It smells like Costco wedding cake/marshmallows/candied nuts/a pumpkin patch from my childhood and I LOVE IT. I've never tried anything like it and it just makes sense. Overall, my meal was just what I wanted and I'm pumped to have found a peanut butter burger. The rest of the menu looks just as delicious. Can't wait to try something else. read more

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I love this dark and broody little corner (hopefully they havent changed that part of the aesthetic) I associate here with the best vegan loaded tots I ever had-- jalapeno , fresh diced tomate, omiom, good tots that werent oversalted (common than u think) drizzled with vegan protein shreds even some seitan or tempeh shreds mixed in? homer simpson drool. also a good place for meeting beeple read more

Unfortunately this place is overhyped :( Came here late on a weeknight with a hungry group of about a dozen people. Most people in the party ordered a drink and some food dish, I got a classic brat. We were the only people in the place, maybe 1-2 other people and yet the orders took forever to come out. Could not believe they couldn't at least get the drinks out first in a timely manner, what a shame. At least it's one of the few places in town open late, has vegan options, and my brat was OK. read more

I've been so excited to try this place, and thankfully I had some friends that were interested in going with me. You order at the bar; they deliver your food to you. The lone bartender really needed some help, as that process was slow... but friendly. They didn't have buns for the brats, which was a little frustrating. Plus, look... I used to go to Germany all the time for work and LOVED the pretzels. The pretzels at Wurst were just the frozen sticks. So, not good, and a major disappointment. It's unlikely I'll go back any time soon, but fun for a night out and a little food and beer. They have a small patio out back, but the door catches so badly that it's worse than nails on a chalkboard. Kinda ruins the cool atmosphere and enjoyment of the back area (which is otherwise lovely.) read more

I hadn't been here in some time and it looks like they did some remodeling. It seems more spacious now. We went on a Thursday evening and there were people there but it wasn't overcrowded. We sat down and our server came over pretty quickly to take our order. We came here because we saw there were some vegan options but there weren't as many as we originally thought. I opted for the cauliflower and cheddar soup, which was straight comfort food and quite tasty. It was rich, warm, and flavorful. I was happy with my selection. My eating companion, not so much. He's vegan and after careful deliberation, he opted for the vegan nachos tots. He said the dish wasn't very harmonious. It just seemed like everything was assembled together but lacked cohesiveness. The dish also didn't come with any type of salsa or sauce, which is a necessity for me. I could tell he was disappointed. So, my review is actually a 3.5, higher for my dish and lower for his. I think if maybe we had selected a bratwurst, which is what they are known flex perhaps our experience might have been different. read more

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Taylor was an awesome & super patient server & the food was amazing. Note: Walled off part of the place & it's much smaller now than it was, so definitely better on a night that it's not gonna be packed read more

Having restaurants closed for several weeks due to a global pandemic is about the wurst thing that can happen for a Yelper like me. Thankfully, The Wurst Bar (among many others) is offering carryout during this time. Not only can I help to support some awesome local restaurants by ordering, I can still find some new favorite places while I'm at it. Using the Yelp app, we placed an order, which was quickly confirmed, and an ETA was given. We arrived for pickup a little early, but at least we got to check out the interior of the restaurant (we were the only people there as we waited). It has a glam vibe to it, with high ceilings and large leather booths, as well as some chandeliers sprinkled around to brighten everything. The person who brought us our food was wearing gloves, and kept his distance -- he placed the food on a high top table and then we were able to walk over and get it so that we maintained our 6 foot distance throughout the interaction. This place is definitely taking steps to keep everybody healthy as they do business. We took our food to a park and enjoyed it in the great outdoors. Usual Brat with Sauerkraut and some Poutine Tots for me, and boy were they good! I did think the tots were a bit pricey ($8, same cost as the wurst), but the gravy that came with them almost made up for that (seriously -- did they give me a straw with this order?) Once the wurst of this pandemic is over, I'll look forward to going there again to dine in person and linger over a board game with friends. Until then, don't wait to check out what the best of The Wurst Bar is for yourself! read more

The Wurst Bar - Usual Brat with Sauerkraut - Bars Near Me - Ypsilanti, Michigan

Excellent place for burgers and brats. I've never had a peanut butter burger before but I was surprised by how good it is! The Mr. Peanut burger was balanced nicely and they use good quality beef in their burgers and it was cooked perfectly. The Japanese Street Tots are so unique! If you like sushi you will probably like them, they do have a slight fish flavor though so if you hate seafood you might not like them. But the other flavors balanced it out. I also got the Longaniza brat with brioche bun and onions and bacon... would be better with a little cheese but I didn't see that as an option on DoorDash. But honestly it was one of the best brats I've ever had. It's not too spicey, it's had a nice crunch with the skin but the meat itself was nice and juicy. We will definitely be back. read more

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Finally - after all these years of hype, I had the opportunity to visit The Wurst Bar. Walking in, it wasn't at all what I expected. It's the large, dark, open space with grunge vibe. The high top tables are set to accommodate groups. You don't have to wait for seating, just pick and sit. They do have some booths and low tables too, along with a large, wrap-around bar. Plenty of TVs are dotted along the ceiling to give everyone at least an angle for viewing. No sound but something for the eyes to wonder to when hanging out. They do have a small outdoor patio, but it doesn't look inviting or comfortable. It appears to be where the smokers go, though, I don't think they are supposed to. The Wurst Bar beer rotations are on two chalkboards on either side of the bar, and listed by varietal or flavor profile: Lager, IPA, fruit and fancy, etc. The server will greet you with a menu and a large list of bottles, cans, wine, ciders and cocktails available as well. Most are reasonably priced, and they do carry some of the specialty bottles that run a bit pricier, and hard to find. The staff has all been fantastic, each time I have visited over the last year. The menu is pretty interesting. I particularly enjoy the happy hour. It's 4-6 on weekdays and again at 10pm to close. They have mini corn dogs for $5 on happy hour that are not available on the regular menu. It's a great snack and medium to get to try the assortment of mustard available. I believe they make them in house. The bottles of wine are half off during happy hour, and is a nice little selection. They will re-cork for you to take home if the bottle is not finished. The tater tot nachos are good and interesting, but heavy, which is my only grumble about The Wurst Bar - they don't have much in the way of lite or fresh, like salad, vegetables, soup or options that aren't meat or fried. It is what it is, but this means to be prepared to eat heavy while there. I have also tried the Lobster Rolls. I was super happy with this plate. The buns were toasted and tasty - not just plain bread holding the amazing pile of lobster meat. It was really done well and worth the cost. The sandwich was two rolls with large chunks of meat. I opted for the tater tots on the side. Really good meal. This is not a family place. Please don't bring your children. The bar is located just off Eastern Michigan University's campus and often frequented by students. Parking is not the easiest but check the signs or circle the streets for a metered spot. I always find a spot on Michigan Ave, right in front, but most likely because of the timing of my visits. read more

The Wurst Bar - $4 happy hour corn dogs. Great happy hour specials - Bars Near Me - Ypsilanti, Michigan

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Came to this bar one night with a friend that lives in Ypsi and it was the wurst service ever. I really enjoy a good bar with good vibes and great food and people and it had none of that. I would not recommend this bar to anyone, the name says it ALL! read more

Ashley was awesome and really really nice. I was meeting an old friend and just having drinks at the bar and we shared the Japanese Totts and had a special time. I would definitely come back and loved the low key vibe and jukebox. Xoxoxooo read more

A fresh take on an 'ol classic. Decent selection of beers, vibe is rock, music metal. Cool, low key, local spot.

I was there last night 11/27 around 12-1 am with my friend. We loved the food and our bartender/server was so sweet. I was being annoying and coming up with custom drinks but she seemed just as excited to make them as we were to drink them. The chili was out of this world. Very good place to go and drink. Laid back atmosphere. read more

Man I'm so bummed, I've always liked the wurst bar but we hadn't been there since the downsize/remodel. We ordered takeout- a burger, their fancy grilled cheese, and tots. The order was 15 minutes late, tot-less, and my grilled cheese which is supposed to be "Mascarpone and mozzarella cheeses with honey and cayenne candied walnuts on marbled rye bread served with sliced apples" appears to be full of unmelted taco cheese No apples either. I've had it many times before and that is definitely not the way it's supposed to be, lol. They were nice about refunding me but I have no idea what is going on in there. read more

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Great food, reasonably priced. Friendly staff- including the kitchen. Always enjoy coming here.

I guess they're living up to their puns (this was the worst experience). We were the only table in the bar (two carry out orders were also picked up while we were there), we out numbered the employees, drinks were not kept full, food took forever to arrive, they forgot my tots twice (and the sweet potato tots were the only reason I came here to start with). It was beyond disappointing. Food was fine when we finally got it, but not worth the hassle. I used to really like this place, but the menu got smaller and less exciting, the actual bar is smaller and feels a bit claustrophobic now, and the service is severely lacking now. This was a spectacularly disappointing experience. read more

Great happy hour and prices. Only problem is I have is the consistency of the food but still four-star

Great spot for retirement lunches. 4 years we have a standing reservation. Everyone know your name ....norm

I have always loved Wurst bar, and I used frequent the place back when I lived in the area. I'm pregnant and had hankering for some wurst bar food, and sent my husband to drive the half hour for $60 worth of my old faves. The burger patty itself was juicy and good, but I got the bacon Gouda burger and it had no bacon, the Gouda was hard, and the bun was burned to the point where I had to just ask my husband to give me his burger bun (sorry hun). I still truly love this place, but we live far away enough that we can't really go back and ask for it to be remade. We got the ceasar salad and the cauliflower tacos too which were still great though. read more

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I went into the Wurst today to have lunch (you know a nice burger and flat fry) and heard yelling, screaming and banging in the kitchen. When I asked what was the ruckus, someone told me the chef was having a bad day. I don't care what's going on, what if I were to bring my kids in? This would create an unsafe environment all around and that's not what I look for when I go out to eat. This makes me feel scared and sorry for the other employees if they have to deal with a raging manager chef. Prayers to the staff under this head manager in the kitchen. read more

Beers are somewhat cold. Starts we had the pretzels and their tots and fries. Those were good. I also had a grilled chicken sandwich that was really good. Overall, the bar was quiet, and the service was good. Bar was clean, and people were nice. They have music that you can purchase, which was okay selection. Overall we had a good time, it's a bar what are you really looking for. read more

I guess my friend was getting hungry and I needed a snack to carry me over to dinner that evening. Enter The Wurst Bar here in Ypslanti, Michigan. It was cool. We made chit chat with the bartender there and - overall - had a nice time. I think I ended up eating something exotic that they told me they made here. I forgot what it was, but it was made spicy and it ended up pretty delicious. My friend from Canton, Michigan and I arrived here on a casual Friday afternoon, stepping in the doors around 4pm. The ambiance was darker than the usual restaurant ambiance, but at least you could see the menu - although barely. As the name applies, this is a bar, although Wurst could be a play on "Bratwurst" or "Worse". Not sure what it though. For the most part though, it was nice to be here after a long day of travel from Honolulu. They have a long list of beer selections as well as the usual soda pop. I ended up getting a bratwurst with neon pink sauerkraut and tater tots on the side. Along with a diet coke, it was a nice snack to tide me over. My friend got something similar, although without the bun and neon pink sauerkraut. For the most part though, it was a nice end to a Friday in Ypslanti, MI although I had to make a drive south later to Sylvania, OH, so I didn't intend to drink. Oh well. The overall experience here at The Wurst Bar in Ypslanti, Michigan was nice, good, and friendly. The restaurant / bar was nice with some mood lighting - possibly to get the edge off from a hard day at the office for many people who end up coming here. The vibe here was pretty chill for a bar / restaurant, although the Starbucks chill suits me better. The restaurant / bar is well kept up and is constantly stocked up with various beer brews from all over the United States of America. They have an extensive listing that's sure to perk up your spirits. The Wurst Bar is located at 705 W Cross Street in the humble surroundings of Ypslanti, Michigan. It's close to Eastern Michigan University too. They accept major credit cards, which is always a good thing - as well as cash. My friend and I probably spent about 45 minutes here from start to finish. I was glad that they have a restroom here, although I'm not sure about the public WIFI, since I didn't ask. Not sure about public transportation here in Ypslanti, but best bet would be uber or lyft as your best bet if you don't have a private vehicle already. For the most part though, I ended up having a good time with my friend from Canton, Michigan. The exotic bratwurst I had was decidedly exceeded expectations and was decidedly spicy. The tater tots hit the spot, along with a Pepsi to seal the deal. It was a nice snack on this short stay in Ypslanti before venturing southbound to Sylvania, Ohio for the evening. The service was friendly, fun, and casual. I myself had a good time and could see myself coming back here, if my travels permit me to come through Ypslanti again. If you are in the area and a beer connoisseur who loves to try different brews from different regions of the country. It was interesting to see the beer list and see where each of their selections came from. While I didn't try any of their brews, since I was driving, I would have tried their pale ales or something darker. If you are in the Ypslanti, Ann Arbor, or metro Detroit area, come on down. Recommended to try on a weekend out with friends or family. 4.0 stars for the overall experience. 4.5 stars for the friendly service. 4.0 stars for the food. Support local! B read more

This is a fun bar in a college town. It's a great place to meet up with friends and have a beer. The food is just so-so. Tator Tots are the best dish that we had, but much of the other food was average or just plain bar food. I would suggest this is a much better lunch place than one for dinner. The main area is wide open and has plenty of seating. The bar itself is huge. Therr are some fun games and lots of TV'S to watch. You definitely won't be bored. I wasn't overly impressed with any of the beers we tried. Our group of 3 had 5 beers total and none of them were particularly great. A couple were really bad. I realize that is a matter of taste, but I thought it was unfortunate. Our waiter was awesome, it seemed clean and we'll managed here. I would definitely recommend it for lunch or meeting up with friends. read more

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I had to try this place! They specialize in bratwurst and burgers and bar food, if you couldn't have guessed by what their name suggests. I have been there a couple times and I really like their tater tots style fries and their burgers are really good as well. The prices are fair and their service is on point and I have liked their food so far so good. They were fairly empty each time I have been there, and that made me wonder if they were getting enough business, but then I realized that they are a bar/restaurant and I have gone at times when the bar crowd isn't out in full force. They try to make typical bar food dishes but with their own unique twist so that it freshens up the typical fare and the result is definitely more creative and worth trying out for yourself. I plan to try them out again, and if I have anything to add to my review I will post that later. read more

The Wurst Bar - 1st visit here; I look forward to trying out their food offerings since they look and sound fantastic. I'll write my review afterwards. - Bars Near Me - Ypsilanti, Michigan

Really solid trip, was actually a recommendation from the host at Corner Brewing. We got into to Ypsi late, well before that place was supposed to close their kitchen...but big ups to Wurst Bar for keeping their kitchen open until midnight. Decided to get a Coffee Blonde and it was amazing. Then we got the pretzel, the butter cream sauce that it came with was delicious. You could put that on the menu as a dessert instead. But we then used all four mustards and they paired very well together. I ordered a Chorizo wurst and it was super delicious. Some grilled onions and peppers on top, add hot mustard and boom it's great. Definitely enjoyed the dive bar vibes. Need to eat a Chorizo wurst again. read more

Amazing food! The tots are so great, definitely try a few types. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable and able to answer our menu questions! The beer options were great as well! The only thing that would've made my visit better was if they had a cocktail menu! I don't drink beer and love when restaurants offer cocktails so I don't have to come up with a drink to order! The food in phenomenal, service is awesome, vibe is great. Definitely check it out! read more

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Although non-traditional, their tot poutine was quite tasty, loved the gravy. The Caesar salad though had lots of red on the lettuce (old) and the dressing tasted very strongly of soy sauce which was quite odd. Nice service though! I wish that they have sausages that weren't pork besides the beyond sausage but I appreciate how clearly marked the menu was. read more

I really wish there were half stars, because I would give Wurst Bar a 3.5, but I'm feeling generous today so I'm rounding up. There are a decent amount of veg options, which I truly appreciate, but they are are meh besides the tots. Those on the other hand are awesome. The veg sandwiches always seem to be too bland, or missing something. Drink prices are excellent for happy hour, especially on Saturday when well drinks are a whopping $1.50! Great place to pregame. Service is usually super slow, though, even when it's not busy or at the bar. I've had a few orders made incorrectly where they hardly attempted to correct (hand picked chopped onions off..etc), which is unacceptable to me. Certainly a place to check out if you're not too picky and don't have anywhere to be! read more

The Wurst Bar is a fun and unique place to dine or drink, definitely a great place to bring out of town friends. The food is great, a little pricey but you do get very different menu options. I like something different from time to time and they have it!! The past few times we've been here we've received decent service, it can get quite busy so be prepared to wait a bit for your food. If you're looking for something local and fun, this is a great option to support local restaurants. read more

I was an early bird and got there at 10:30...they open at 11, but I was determined to get my wurst fix! The staff was super friendly and served me quickly. I ordered: The L.A. Street Brat...deep fried bacon wrapped chorizo, mayo, caramelized onions, & roasted peppers. Alongside regular & sweet-potato tots with a side of marshmallow dipping sauce...yah I know...I'm drooling too. read more

The Wurst Bar - The L.A. Street Brat. Alongside regular & sweet-potato tots with a side of marshmallow dipping sauce - Bars Near Me - Ypsilanti, Michigan

This is definitely one of my favorite bars in Michigan. I've been coming to Wurst bar for at least 5 years. I honestly wish I came here more often. The food is super creative and tasty and the drinks are strong and fulfilling The name Wurst refers to their menu, consisting of many different types of housemade sausages and bratwurst. Regular brats and sausages as well as wild concoctions like a rattle snake Wurst or a Seafood sausage are just the beginning They also serve tater tots and tater tot nachos and they're delicious. The food alone would bring me in but they also have sooo many different types of whiskey and a nice beer selection. Highly recommend a trip to the Wurst Bar. The menus (both food and bar) and friendly staff, in a cool atmosphere make this an obvious choice when I'm in Ypsilanti. Cheers read more

I've had a lot of their brats and I've never had one that I wouldn't get again. Delicious food.

I'm bumping them up to 5 stars because they deserve it. Immediately after my review went live on Yelp, I was contacted by a manager from The Wurst concerning their lack of barbeque sauce. A few emails back and forth and a short two-week wait... and viola! The Wurst now has barbeque sauce. I've been in several times since my initial review and have enjoyed my tots and burgers with delicious Sweet Baby Ray's sauce. You can't ask for a better bar than The Wurst: great food, awesome drink specials and management that truly cares about customers. read more

The Wurst Bar - THIS is why you need to come to the Wurst on a Friday. FIVE pints and two orders of tots for $15. You owe it to yourself! - Bars Near Me - Ypsilanti, Michigan

Finally had a chance to stop in here on a Saturday afternoon and I have to say I was super pleased! The vibe is laid back hipster-like with pretty cool tunes playing from the juke-box. Craft beer lovers will have a hard time choosing but it isn't just a bar with funky chandeliers - no, its so much more. Let's talk about the meat. It's kinda like the star of the show, imo. I love a good sausage...just the right amount of snap. Some grease, but not overly greasy. With perfect toppings like caramelized onions or a choice of 4 different mustards. And let us not forget the bun....a great sausage should have a great vessel to deliver the meat to your mouth! Here you have a choice between a sea salt pretzel roll, a Zingermans brioche bun, a New England split top white bun or for those carb conscious folks a lettuce wrap. What a great lunch we all had! Can't wait to go back! read more

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My family came in for dinner one night. Although this is more of a college bar than my parents are used to, the service was still extremely good. We were extremely hungry so we ordered the tater tot nachos to start. The tots were crispy and the cheese, meat, and salsas added lots of good flavor. It also came with lots of jalapeños, just how I like them. Following the appetizer, I ordered the peanut butter burger. It comes on a pretzel bun which adds the perfect amount of salt to the burger. The peanut butter was also super delicious - although I would have preferred non chunky peanut butter, the extra texture added something to the burger. Their burgers do not come with sides, but you can order tater tots or fries with it if you want. The rest of my family enjoyed their burgers as well - my dad ordered the black and blue burger and said it was really good. Overall I would definitely be back! The beer specials, the awesome food, and the great service are all reasons to stop by this bar again. read more

The Wurst Bar - The peanut butter burger. It looks strange, but great flavor - Bars Near Me - Ypsilanti, Michigan