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    Autumn M.

    Came in during a night out in the city. We had rooftop reservations at 10pm, we were seated immediately. The rooftop is beautiful and has a beautiful view of the city lights and buildings. Service was quick and friendly. For drinks I ordered the Mykonos Ruby 10/10. For small plates we ordered the Arayes 10/10 very tasty, loved the sauce. And the Barramundi skewer 7/10, it was really good but I would've preferred chicken. I will definitely return

    Chris P.

    Exceptional service, vibe, atmosphere and food. I definitely and highly recommend this place ! I can't wait to go back !!

    Carly M.

    We are staying at the AC Hotel and the front desk agent that checked us in mentioned the rooftop bar. You can't access it from the room elevators. We tried. Don't try going to the 10 floor and walking up the steps because the door is locked. You have to access the bar from the service elevators behind the front desk. There's someone that will check you in. It's kinda like a secret bar. I felt like James Bond. The views are amazing. We sat outside. The menu is very limited. There were only a few things I could eat. We ordered gluten free crackers and hummus. The hummus did not taste fresh or special at all. Like maybe something premade from a grocery store. We got the Barramundi skewers with rice and it was really tasty. The cost was $36. No vegetables or sides. If you are staying at the hotel I would definitely recommend checking it out.

    Sunil A.

    Got to experience the grand opening of Top, the new rooftop bar at the AC Hotel in Detroit. I can honestly say this spot has some of the best views of the city I have seen yet. All the stadiums stand out beautifully and looking down the stretch of Woodward Avenue was quite beautiful. The outdoor area is lovely, they have both an open and a covered section, fire pits for cooler days like today and a similar feel to the outdoor area of the monarch club, which is not surprising as they are sister locations. Inside is warm woods but light and bright. The menu leans Basque, but that is a guess based on nothing more than the fact there is a restaurant in Austin, TX with the name Kalimotxo, which is the name of a drink on this menu, and they have a Basque forward menu. Speaking of the menu, it is limited but pleasant. I did a couple of tapas items and they were both nice, I will especially recommend the empanadas. But they did have a couple of bigger dishes that looked great also which I will try another time. If nothing else come out here for a drink and soak up the views. I can't wait to check it out again at night.

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    Kevin G.

    Detroit needs more rooftop bars. Come here for two things: a great view of the city and a nice cocktail. The booze bottles are pretty standard for a hotel style bar, but great marks for custom made simple sugars and execution. Great a quick drink and stop and run. Wanted to open up the chair for another person on the first day of business. Tip: Probably blocked off by now. A paver/tile fell thru the outdoor patio floor. Avoid the corner section. A staffer was moving tables for safety. Other than that nice day for a drink. Roger the bartender was great. Enjoyed the smoky mezcal drink (Cyprus).

    Perfect place to view the sunset
    Katie D.

    If you are looking for a rooftop bar in Detroit where you can see a summer sunset and enjoy some upscale cocktails around a fire look no further than Topa that sits atop the AC hotel.

    View from the roof!
    Erica C.

    My experience was amazing. From the moment you walk in, you are transported to another place. From the views, to the amazing service, to the food, this place needs to be on your list!

    Jessica N.

    Topa, another rooftop bar in Detroit, recently opened on Memorial Day weekend on the rooftop of the AC Hotel. It's tucked away on the outskirts of the city, in Brush Park, and still gives lovely views of the city, albeit a little further away from the action. What I love about Topa, is the atmosphere is more relaxed than other rooftop bars like Kampers, Pine Hall, and Monarch Club, which are often difficult to make reservations or obtain a table. Reservations at Topa are easier to come by and reservations for larger groups are also more easily arranged without hassle. We easily made a reservation on Open Table without any issue. I would recommend looking for parking nearby, rather than parking in the hotel parking garage which is $20. We found free street parking close by, just a few minutes away in a neighborhood. The AC hotel itself, is a chic posh boutique hotel with the Conservatory Bar in their lobby when you first enter. To check in for your reservation to Topa, you enter to the side where the host directs you to the elevator which takes you 10 flights up to the rooftop bar. They have indoor and outdoor seating on the rooftop. The indoor seating is in booths, all facing the glass window of the patio, so that you don't miss the gorgeous view of the city. The rooftop patio itself is cozy, charming and relaxing with cozy outdoor cushioned lounge chairs, fire pits, elevated high tops highlighting gorgeous views and a covered area, perfect in case it's sprinkling outside. We came opening weekend on Memorial Day, and our host let us have our pick of where we would like sit and we seated ourselves around a cozy firepit. My only complaint about our visit, was once we were seated we were given a list of ten delicious cocktails and once our server came to take our order, she said that none of the cocktails on the menu of ten drinks listed, were available except for two because she said they didn't have any of the ingredients. We thought that was a bit bizarre to not be prepared to serve any of the cocktails on their menu for their opening weekend. We ordered off menu, and I had my go-to, an Aperol Spritz, which was tasty, and my boyfriend ordered a beer. We saw a lot of people also ordering French 75s and espresso martinis, also off-menu. Topa was, however, able to offer a small food menu with tapas and mediterranean inspired small plates. We saw a lot of people ordering bread service, which came with focaccia, garlic toasted pita, and crispy lavash served with various dips. They also had items like skewers, lamb frites, and empanadas on their menu. Topa is also close to For the Love of Sugar, The Eagle, Empire, and Barcade, if you're looking for places to explore after your visit. We had a nice time at Topa and we-'re looking forward to visiting on another summer evening soon.

    Amy W.

    We attended the grand opening tonight and it seemed to go very smoothly. We had reservations, which I highly recommend. If it were warmer, or a weekend, I believe this place would have been slammed. It was rather chilly so we chose to sit inside at the bar. At first I was worried because many rooftop bars only have great views if you sit on the actual outside patio. But my fears were unnecessary. The indoor bar even had spectacular views. You can basically see the entire city up here. I absolutely loved it! They had a nice variety of cocktails, I didn't really check out the wine or beer list. Their menu was very small. I would like to see more options but I'm assuming that would come. They had a variety of small plates available. We chose to split the Empanadas and I believe Quail (?) Croquets. The empanadas were delicious! I could eat a dozen. The Croquets weren't my favorite but to be fair, I wasn't feeling well so my taste buds may have been altered. The couple next to us got the lamb and that looked incredible. I was tempted to try one of each dish but for reined in. Lol. All of the drinks were fabulous, The service was great, particularly for a grand opening! You could tell they had an experienced staff. Ambiance was great and the views were outstanding. I can't wait to come back on a warm day and enjoy the beautiful views!

    Jason B.

    Views were amazing, staff was attentive and courteous. The drinks were a bit small for the price but were delicious. I recommend the Monolith and the Capri. Food was excellent as well. We had the chopped salad, empanadas and bread with hummus and zhug dips. Would return

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    Aaron C.

    This is an awesome new spot with a great creative cocktail menu! The service is so great and friendly the food is delicious and the views are unbeatable this is a must try spot!

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    Let's call it what it is... great views but a hotel bar restaurant. That's it. Food was okay.

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    Standby

    4.4(726 reviews)
    1.0 miDowntown Detroit
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    Wonderful the staff was very polite and professional. They atmosphere was like no other.read more

    Had such an amazing experience at Standby!! The food and especially the drinks were outstanding…read more The cocktail menu was organized into three parts: Opening, Principals, and Finish. The theme was "Yes, Chef: An exploration of culinary icons through a cocktail lens." Each drink was inspired by or dedicated to a famous culinary icon, and you can read about each one in the index. We each ordered one drink from each section. From the Opening, I chose the Diaspora Club, which was so refreshing and delicious. Then from the Principals, I chose the Chingona, which was a little bit spicy and savory but still so refreshing. To Finish, I chose the Chocolatier Cosmo, which came with a tiny house-made salted dark chocolate. I loved all three cocktails I ordered, especially the chocolatier cosmo because it was perfectly sweet and went so well with the small piece of chocolate. For food, we started off with the crispy pork belly milk bread. For my entree, I ordered the miso butter gnocchi. It was kind of on the salty side but I still really liked it. The apple sofrito added a bit of sweetness to it. For dessert, we had to get the rhubarb coffee cake, which came with strawberry ice cream. Omg one of the best desserts I've ever had!! I never thought of combining cinnamon coffee cake with rhubarb or strawberry but it's perfect, and I might have to make something like that soon. Service was great and we were seated right away at 8pm on a Saturday despite not having a reservation. Food and drinks came out promptly and timed perfectly. We spent about 1.5 hours here and we never felt rushed.

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    Castalia - Scent + Cocktails

    Castalia

    4.9(84 reviews)
    0.4 miMidtown, Cass Corridor

    Don't miss your chance to visit this intimate cocktail bar by night perfumery by day. They've made…read morethe decision to close end of the month. Located in the basement level of an1880's Victorian mansion. Vibe is cozy, cool, eclectic. Drinks are crafted to complement the scent notes of their perfumes. Menu changes seasonally. Ellie was bartending this evening (and she's excellent). Two fav drinks were Land of Origin and Dust & Clay. Small bites like nuts (specially made for them by the Detroit Nut Co.) and charcuterie boards are available. Take home items like perfumes, candles, spirits, and apparel are available. Parking is easy and mostly free on the street. Special little place in a great neighborhood. Make reservations for the tastings or walk in. It's small, but they're super kind here and will make room for you if they can.

    Castalia is a gem in the Wayne State area. Each cocktail includes a paired scent curated to elevate…read moreyour drink experience. It's beautiful designed and a small craft space. They have scents for sale, one of the co-owners wrote a book that I highly recommend if you have an interest in science behind spirits. You can make a reservation online that includes your drinks and gratuity. Or take a chance to walk in for a seat at the bar. They've had curated educational experiences that dive tried including the science behind gin, sole gin, and even bartending. I've not tried the scent making but hope to before 2026 changes. I found Castalia during lockdown and bought cubes that helped me make cocktails at home. Been hooked ever since. Worth a visit nonetheless!

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    Castalia - Fragrant Cocktails

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    The Conservatory - Tea & Sherry cocktail, glass of Rioja, croquetas de jamon, patatas bravas, and tortilla española

    The Conservatory

    4.0(11 reviews)
    0.0 miMidtown

    I'm not usually a "hotel lobby bar" kinda person, but we were looking for a place to have drinks…read moreand some bites after a show at the DSO and decided to walk here. I was very pleasantly surprised! The space is beautiful, classy, and airy. We sat at the bar and had a nice chat -- the music was at a good volume. I only ordered wine -- their wine list is alright. Not bad for a bar that's clearly not wine-focused. My wife and a friend had cocktails and they both were good, particularly their espresso martini. For food, we shared patatas bravas, tortilla española, and croquetas de jamon, and they were all delicious. I'd legit come back for a full dinner. My only reason to not give this 5 stars is the drink service was very slow, even though the place wasn't busy. The two bartenders seemed friendly enough but weren't communicating very well, and kept forgetting to take and/or bring our orders. We also asked for the check and they kept forgetting to bring it until we asked again. Overall, it was a positive experience and a nice surprise, but I hope the odd bar service was just a one-off blip.

    Unfortunately the staff was in a tough position when we came to try the Conservatory, as there was…read moreonly one person in the back and nearly half of their menu was unavailable. They could have been upfront about this, but our waiter didn't tell us until after bringing us drinks, letting us see the menus, and after he started to take our orders. We essentially had to ask---what *do* you have? One pet peeve of mine is that they give everyone low ball glasses for water with no ice and a single, narrow carafe of water for the entire table. We had to continuously ask for more water. I tried the espresso no-tini ($11), a mocktail. It was good, but came in cordial glass and was essentially just a shot of chilled espresso. The setas ($14) were listed as a local wild mushroom blend with garlic and lemon. It was probably about a half cup of mushrooms, grilled, and served in a saucer. Finally, the charcuterie y queso ($21) was meat, cheese, sourdough, mustard, pickles, and honey. Everything was very salty and with no variation. It needed balance with a soft cheese, spice, or more sweetness. My charcuterie plate didn't come out until about an hour plus after we ordered, after multiple asks. It's hard to justify the delay when it's just hard cheese and meat, they didn't have to cook, and there were few other customers. (Essentially, we forgot). I still had a wonderful time with my friends in a beautiful space, but I wouldn't come here to eat again. The menu is elaboratey described dishes that come in very small portions and with ingredients that don't live up to the names.

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    The Conservatory - Bar at the AC Hotel Detroit at the Bonstelle.

    Bar at the AC Hotel Detroit at the Bonstelle.

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