As soon as you cross the threshold and breathe in the surroundings you come to the realization that…read moreyou have entered a sanctum that positively reeks of refinement and class. Your eyes will at first rest on the ancient mahogany back bar stocked with the finest elements a skilled mixologist will utilize to create the libations of your dreams. Fine artwork adorns the walls featuring a combination of delightfully naughty retro prints reflecting the nose art on army air corp bombers to the promotion posters celebrating the places storied history as a music venue. No detail is overlooked, even the men's room contains a fluid mural reminiscent of the street art on the Carabobo line of the Buenos Aries subway. Next you will notice you are in the presence of some highly esteemed patrons. Mostly hushed, but occasionally raucous conversations are taking place amongst the community's leading poets, artists, clergy, musicians, runway models, academics, thespians, captains of industry and members of the fifth estate. This is a place where the best, brightest and beautiful enter to escape the sordid mundanity of society and gather with like minded people to solve the worlds problems, or enjoy a friendly game of billiards or cards.

This is one of our favs! Love the Painted Lady! It feels like you are stepping back in time. So…read moremuch to see. The atmosphere is so welcoming. Everyone is always super nice. They were a bit surprised at having 20 people show up all at once. But they handled it super well! They had an unexpectedly terrific bourbon selection too. They had a variety of bottled craft beer to choose from. No food. But an awesome time!!

We were in the area and stopped in the Film Lab to inquire about a special event and renting out…read morethe venue. I've been wanting to enjoy a film here for quite some time. They have a few interesting movie line ups in the future. It's a very quaint, cozy atmosphere and I love the concept with small screening engagements. They have a full bar and even make a special crafted cocktail to pair with the movie! How cool is that? There is a small lounge area off the main room to enjoy a beverage or two. They do have open hours for just cocktails. I wanted to keep this place my little secret! SHhhhh.....

A really fun night out. So far they've had a different director spotlighted for the month, they…read moreopen at like 5 or 5:30 to offer drinks, sushi, and a wine tasting. The movie starts at 7, the movie is displayed in the bar area so make sure to grab a table or chair - kinda limited. They also give popcorn but if you buy some it's $7, part of my reason for knocking off one star. Also, I bought two tickets online it was $18, I found out after I got there it's cheaper to buy them at the door. The inside looks fabulous it's very clean and a new spot. They staff was very friendly, and I think everyone could see the movie well. We had a fabulous time and I would love to return. (:

Super charming neighborhood bar with cool ambiance and caring service. Great place to stop in…read morebefore, or after, eating at one of Hamtramck's delicious Polish restaurants. Cozy atmosphere with tasty craft cocktails. Don't forget to bring change to get a tarot card from the gumball machines in the foyer!

We went here for for my sister's birthday in November - the atmosphere is great (possibly a little…read moretoo dark for menu reading lol), the drinks were all very good. The ability to purchase a spell with the drinks is such a fun addition. I would love to go back around my birthday so I can get the themed drink. :) Service was very good, there was a small snafu with not getting the correct change and it was fixed promptly and apologetically. One specific bartender was very kind, he gets a gold star. Pro tip - make sure you bring quarters for the gumball machines in the doorway for little balls with things like gemstones in them and for the tarot card machine. Cute idea & it was a fun activity to read our cards with the group.

Surprisingly vibey in here with all the curtains in the front. Bartenders are super nice. Loved the…read moremusic they had on. We each had two cocktails and enjoyed them both. They know what they're doing here! Wild definitely return when in the area.

While downtown gets most of the love, out there in Milwaukee Junction theres a lot of lovely spots…read morethat also should be recognized the wonderful masterpieces they create for our pleasure. One of these spots is Time WIll Tell. A perfectly fashioned cocktail bar, it lean and light and full of delight. Championed by charming touches like the juke box, the continually adapting menu along with their classics makes this a great spot to grab a drink before dinner or even a nightcap. The staff is well knowledged, even better skilled and will adapt to your likes and dislikes. Can't ask much more than that.

Mi amor and a big group of friends met up for a night of fowling--and it did not disappoint…read more The setup felt just like their Ypsilanti location, with a brew & wine bar and arcade games to keep the energy going. I just found out last night that the Ypsi location closed and I'm still not over it The atmosphere was perfect--court-side lighting with wooden tables alongside the lanes made it easy to play, chill, and vibe all at once. Laid-back energy all night For an amateur, I was shook when I knocked over the last two pins to help lead my partner and me to a sweet victory. And in a one-on-one round... I won again I also love that the game allows women to throw from the second line while men throw from the first--such a fun and fair twist. The customer service was friendly and welcoming, and they definitely card at the door--so be prepared! I also love that they still allow outside food or delivery--such a game changer. Such a fun night, great vibes, and even better company

Every time we come visit our cousins, we come fowling. This place is so fun. There is a bar and you…read morecan play as much as you can. I think you can also bring your own food. The spicy pickle shots here were delicious.

Sometimes, you're not looking for dinner. You're just in…read moreDetroit, you pull up somewhere on a whim, and somebody says, "Oh yeah... we're doing BBQ on Sundays." And apparently, only Sundays. For a limited time. Well... you don't hear that and walk away. Welcome to Northern Lights in Detroit. We grabbed ourselves a proper jerk chicken set, and let's get right to the food. First up -- the mac and cheese. Solid. That cheese pull? Spectacular. The flavor is dialed in perfectly. The cheddar comes through, it pulls everything together, and it absolutely slaps. 10 out of 10. Then we've got the greens. And these are the kind of greens I want. You can still taste the leafy green flavor, but they're seasoned like somebody actually knows what they're doing. Well-rounded. Savory. Properly cooked. 9 out of 10. Now the star of the show -- the jerk chicken. Nice and meaty. Good smoke coming through. And that jerk seasoning? On point. You can taste those real spices coming together, and it tastes like that chicken actually had time to marinate and soak all of that goodness in. And the heat? Perfect for me. Honestly, this is one of the better jerk chickens I've had. 10 out of 10. And then the bartender hits us with a piece of cornbread. Fresh. Hot. Moist. And then they hit it with that honey drizzle... Yeah. Fresh cornbread hits different. 10 out of 10. So yeah, we're pretty damn glad we randomly pulled up. A couple good drinks, some seriously good food, and one hell of a Sunday BBQ. Sometimes the best meals are the ones you never planned on having. Northern Lights, Detroit. Definitely give this spot a proper go.

My husband and i were just finding a place downtown to have a drink or 2. We have been to this bar…read morebefore with other friends and decided to go back. It was the middle of the day and there was no one in there. My type of bar. Lol Anyways the place has gotten a bit of a reno since we been there before. We sat at the bar and the bartender chatted us up as he made our drinks. They had BBQ in back that my hsuband could not pass up so we ended up ordering some food as well. The bbq was amazing and was so good. The place is an old time classic to go to. Never disappointed and will always come back.

Cool ambiance/decor. Good music. Not enough bar stools. Decent drink prices. Nice outdoor…read morepatio. Parking on the street.

I absolutely love Outer Limits. The bartending staff are quick and so nice. This is the best place…read morefor local music in Metro Detroit, hands down. I love coming here! The decor is so fun too. Definitely a must

We were greeted by a hostess who told us there was a $10 cover. She was warm and friendly and…read moredirected is to sit where we wanted. The ambiance was everything I expected it to be from a blues bar this old. It has none of the modern adornments, but I was really only there for the music. The neighborhood to some may be offputting, this place is definitely not in the touristy area of the city, but is safe. Keep your witts about you, use common sense, don't leave any items in your car in plain site, that might invite a would be thief. This is one of two places that you can listen to blues in Detroit on a regular basis, and the house band doesn't disappoint. The drinks are cold and strong enough to get you where you want to go, don't expect any of the fancy new drinks, unless you feel like coaching the bartenders. Stick to the basics and you won't be disappointed. The fried chicken was good, but to be honest I expected better. The menu is a mix of bar food and should food and even includes chitterlings for the daring. The overall experience didn't disappoint, we had a lot of fun. We will be back!

Oldest blues lounge bar in Michigan! I loved the vibe in here. It was a $10 cover to get in and…read morethey had live blues music. I ordered their famous long island iced tea and it was super strong. We had to wait awhile for the music to start back up again because it seemed like they had just gone on break when we got there. We only stayed for a few songs when they started to play again since we were getting pretty tired. The guys in the band were a lot of fun, and one of the singers was really good at interacting with the small crowd that night. I laughed so much when he called a few men (including my bf) to go up and dance with him.

Great little hidden gem. Phenomenal hand-crafted drinks, friendly and welcoming staff, and…read morephenomenal atmosphere. Love the dim, low-key setting. Only regret I have is that it has taken me this long to stop in and give this place a shot. Definitely will be be here often.

Considering the amount of time I ended up spending when it did reopen after the pandemic, I am…read moreshocked that I didn't have an annual review for the Kiesling. Be still my (former) neighborhood heart. Catching up - cocktails here are still top notch: top as in they taste great, notch as in they could take you down one with their strength. I rolled back in here right after Christmas and started tasting my way through the menu with the Squash mezcal boi. Normally I would never try a drink with boi in its name, but this name is a part of Kiesling's history, and squash? Come on. I had to try it, and it put me right back in the neighborhood as if I had just walked down across the bridge on Brush for a couple of drinks. (And someone please tell me, am I dreaming, didn't we used to cross on Beaubien, too?) I followed that up with the Kie Rye Pie because I cannot resist rhyming, and I am fascinated with drambuie. I thought the drink might be too sweet and was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't. I had to close the night out with the Pear Pressure because, alas, there is still no food at the Kiesling, and there was no pop up, and I didn't want eat carryout at the bar. The drink was great, but after three I was feeling the booze and headed across the street for something to eat. This bar is cozy with its wooden interior. It still serves a beer and a shot. And folks are friendly, but not going to get in your business unless you invite them.

Just started visiting this place since they've become the new home of the NGS DCFC Pre-Game Party…read moreand I am kicking myself for not visiting sooner. The bar is huge and the service (despite seemingly a hundred plus people being in there) is always fast and cheap! No food there that I know of, but the vibes are always great. Absolutely love hanging in the lounge area up stairs.

Hamtramck staple, dive bar that has live music often. The best place to see live music in the Ham,…read morebecause of the widow's walk around 1/2 the main floor with great views of the stage. Louie, the resident bartender, is awesome and attentive. Took 1 star off because the women's restroom can REALLY use mirrors! AND they really need to service the toilets to flush adequately. Drink prices are reasonable, but parking is precarious, no parking lot, just street parking, and since it's near lots of residential, don't park on a residential street, or you will be found out and towed.