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Vollmer’s Bar

4.2 (11 reviews)
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Annette J.

Came in for a bite before the AC/DC show at Ford Field and was greeted by a bar full of aged rock and rollers, aka my kind of people! One lady at the bar pre-gamed for the show a little too hard and upchucked in front of us (ROCK AND ROLL, MFERS!) but the staff got it cleaned up with the quickness and without fanfare. Most people didn't even realized it happened, they were that efficient about clean up. Way to be on top of it, Vollmer's! (even if it wasn't the most pleasant job that fella probably had to do that night). Anyway, once the excitement of all that was over, my party of four ordered some fries and garlic onion rings to split and a duo of sliders each. I went with the Second Breakfast (a burger topped with a fried egg, maple bacon, arugula and cheddar) and their version of a shrimp po'boy. Both sliders were fantastic. I'd easily get both again. Of the two sides I preferred the onion rings but I wouldn't say no to a basket of the fries again. Two sliders and splitting the sides provided more than enough nourishment for a dinner for me and, at about $5-6 per slider, was also quite affordable! Order at the bar for both drinks and food. Perfect spot to grab a casual bite or a drink before a show at the Fox or Fillmore or a game at Comerica or Ford Field. Just make sure when you order that next drink that you remember, you're not 21 anymore!

Kirsten A.

Good prices, great drinks and food, lovely atmosphere!! Not much more I could ask for this. This bar is small but incredibly cute, including outdoor seating and a small food menu with sides and sliders! $3 miller lights $5-7 sliders -- small but filling!! I tried the "2nd breakfast"- came out within 10 minutes and was absolutely delicious!! Surprisingly filling for such a small thing, it had bacon, egg, arugula, sausage, and i believe a maple syrup on it! Also tried the large Garlic onion rings-- they up charge for ranch on the menu but we got it without paying.. not sure if this is typical. They were very good!! Nice thick and crunchy onion rings- no undercooked batter flavor on these. (Thats my pet peeve for onion rings) Parking: this is downtown... good luck. Youre better off parking a ways away and walking. Or taking transit if you're local is always my recommendation ;)

Greg B.

This place is not new, however it's still in the identification phase I feel. We stopped him for drinks and it was dark and quiet like a cigar bar but the bartender explained to me that they have live music on occasion and the place gets very busy. All the rest of the time she said the crowd is off and on which is nice for the area that it's in you know it's a place you can always get a drink, however I think it still needs to find its identity in an area known for foot traffic, sports events and concert venues

Nicole H.

Perfect location if you are avoiding a long line at the Fillmore!! Enjoyable vibes and cheap beer. Have to go to the bar to be served which is understandable. Will recommend to friends going to shows or games in the area.

Great vibe. it was busy so we had a nice cozy seat in the back, but the service was amazing.

This places is heartbeat from the Fox Theatre. They have great food, great atmosphere and super service.

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Js J.

This restaurant made me so happy when I entered that I immediately screamed "I LIKE DOG BONES" I don't know why, but I the vibe was so good boner (my dog) was very happy. Thank you Christopher vollmer for this amazing experience and giant boot. And also I have 2 kinds of fungus from the food, would recommend!

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4.4(731 reviews)
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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.

What a cool little speakeasy in downtown Detroit! Most known for their drinks, don't sleep on their…read moreamazing, under the radar, food! The pork belly on toast and roasted carrots were absolutely delicious. About the drinks, these bartenders know their stuff. I ordered a late 1800s gin drink called the Clover Club and he knew right away what it was and made it perfectly. The guy had skills behind the bar and showed some flair making drinks. The vibe was super chill and relaxed with good music gently played in the background. Highly recommended this spot if you're in Detroit.

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4.2(237 reviews)
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Bad Luck Bar is exactly the kind of place that makes you feel like you earned your cocktail before…read moreyou even order it. It is tucked away in an alley, and yes, the trash bins may briefly make you question your life choices. But once you spot the glass block window, you know you are in the right place. The second you walk in, the vibe completely changes. You are greeted by a friendly host, then brought into this tiny, dark, cozy little speakeasy that feels like it seats maybe 25 people total, including the bar. It is intimate in the best way, with a gorgeous liquor wall and a rolling ladder that makes the whole room feel dramatic without trying too hard. The drinks are the reason to come. They are creative, unusual, and genuinely unlike what you will find at a standard cocktail bar. Some of the spirit combinations sound like they should not work on paper, but somehow they absolutely do. The mixologists clearly know what they are doing, because every "wait, really?" ingredient pairing seems to turn into something balanced, interesting, and dangerously easy to appreciate. The only things to keep in mind are the size and the pricing. It can get busy quickly because it is so small, and cocktails can run anywhere from around $20 to over $100 depending on what you order. Not exactly a casual "oops, I had three" kind of place unless your wallet has been emotionally prepared. Bad Luck Bar is moody, memorable, and one of the more unique cocktail experiences in Detroit. It feels hidden, thoughtful, and just a little mischievous, which is exactly what a good speakeasy should be.

A HIDDEN gem! It's nestled in an alley, so yes you will question if you are going the right way!…read moreLol Greeted by a host as soon as you enter and fair warning - - it's small and popular. Please make a reservation! Our wait was about 30-40 mins so we walked to another spot to have a drink and wait. It's a cozy lux vibe with an upscale cocktail menu. This is not your normal tequila and soda okay! Know before you go! Visit their website and preview the drink options if you don't have experience with this style of bar. I ordered the Forgotten Blossom because all things lychee has been my thing lately. The drink looks like water but it is not! lol It's strong drink + having aperitif in it. The waiter was attentive and checked in on us consistently. We even received a complimentary shot after being seated and complimentary birthday shots for the birthday folks! I thoroughly enjoyed myself, and I will be back real soon!

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4.2(53 reviews)
0.3 mi•Downtown Detroit

I went to Sprkbox Wednesday night after 10 and it was House music night. I went with a few other…read moregals and we had a really good time. The bartender was super sweet and make some really potent drinks, they weren't expensive. There was a rotation of 3 DJs for the night and I partied from 10:30 til they closed around 2am. The dance floor is in the basement. There are a ton of little nooks and booths to sit in and take a break. I danced all night. I have t had that much fun dancing in a long time. And I danced for hours! Sweat glistening on my brow. My body moving and grooving to the funky soulful house beats. It felt so freeing to be in a space where everyone was having a good a time and doing their own thing. I had my hands in the air. It was sensual. It was sexy. It was a vibe. Now the bathroom situation is interesting. So, the bathroom situation is 2 urinals and the sink in the open space as well as an enclosed single stall. The only thing with that is it's all-gender, which is not the issue. But the layout of the restroom is you could potentially come out of the single stall and be in the same space with someone actively using the open urinals which is a bit awkward. Washing your hands and checking yourself in the mirror while some random person is pee'ing 2 feet away. As a woman I think about safety with a shared space like that so do what you will with that info. Outside of that I had a really fun time. Everyone was super nice and the cover was $10pp. If you decide you don't wanna dance they have an enclosed bar on the street level of the establishment as well as outdoor seating if that's you're thing. If I was in Detroit again, I'd go shake my booty there again! I had fun!

The drinks are strong 10/10 nice house music playing. I'd you pay $10 you can go downstairs to the…read morespeakeasy. The bartender was awesome and attentive. I would definitely return

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4.0(82 reviews)
0.3 mi•Downtown Detroit

I have had the pleasure of going to Kamper's a few times now, for cocktail hours for two weddings…read moreas well as just for fun! Definitely recommend getting a reservation. The bartenders are helpful with picking out drinks you may enjoy, and their drinks are fabulous! There is really something for everyone's palate on their menu. Kamper's is really all about the vibes. The views are incredible and the Book Tower is an iconic staple of Detroit architecture. Great views of the new Hudson building / GM HQ as well! On a sunny summer day, you really can't beat this rooftop.

Leave or to my daughter to find the most off the beaten path restaurant to celebrate her birthday…read more She is obsessed with rooftop views hence how we ended up here. I took one look at the menu and cocktail list, and determed that we would be going somewhere else to eat afterwards, thinking, "this won't be a long visit at all." But oh was I pleasantly surprised. First round of cocktails set the tone and gave us the courage to go ahead and try some of the plates. We decided on the shrimp, pork belly and gorgonzola cheese ones. Absolutely delicious. So then we decided on round two of cocktails the plate of chips, avocado toast and another round of pork belly! Again, divine. Although I will admit, everything got dipped into the pork belly sauce. Was tempted to do a round three to try the highly recommended lobster rolls but decided to save something for the next visit because there will be one. They executed all the small plates exceptionally well. And the cocktails were top quality! Only complaint was the seats are very low to the ground. I'm short and my legs were aching. I can only imagine how uncomfortable those with normal legs feel after dining. BTW my daughter and her friends had a wonderful birthday celebration but ended up leaving us adults there because we were having such a good time!

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Kamper’s Rooftop Lounge - First floor lobby bar at The Book Hotel is just gorgeous.

First floor lobby bar at The Book Hotel is just gorgeous.

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