“An absolute staple. Renshaw is easily my favorite bar around. Their food is as good as "bar food" gets, and you truly just cannot beat a $2.50 beer. Add pull tabs AND TouchTunes? I'm in heaven. Couldn't recommend this enough. Service has always been above average, even when going with an entire softball team after our games.“
“Haven't been here in years mostly because of the smell and mediocre service however went here after work recently and was pleasantly surprised! It no longer smells like spilled alcohol and stale cigarettes. Also the server we had was very attentive and nice. The bartender also was courteous by asking if the music was too loud as she was adjusting it. I've never encountered that before and quite honestly it should be more often in other establishments!The food was good. Deep fried food didn't taste like old grease & my friend's gyro was HUGE (and she said it was good).Happy to say we'll be back. Much better atmosphere there now than in the past for sure.“
“I was there on Saturday evening. This place was quite busy but I loved the way they were attending every guest and we were able to get our table within 10-15 minutes, I appreciate the gesture.The place has open sitting area with cosy couches and very breezy, perfect outdoor place for spring/summer evening.They have a great selection of Mexican food and drinks. Their draft beer menu is quite limited but you will find options of bottled beer/cocktail options to choose from.“
“I was looking for a new BBQ place. I ordered a carryout of the ribs and burnt ends. Not disappointed. The ribs fell off the bone and the tips were very tasty. Nice portions for the price. Looking forward to going back to try out the drinks.“
“Wow! Staying at a hotel a couple of bocks away so we decided to try it here for dinner, and we were NOT disappointed! Marvin was great, and the food was absolutely delicious! Chicken parm was HUGE (took half to go) and was seasoned perfectly. Hubby had the gnocchi with sausage and said it was FABULOUS! We both added a salad to our meals, house salad for me and Caesar for him. Had the Arancini for an appetizer, and it was soooo good! Order a pomegranate blueberry mule, and you will thank me!Parking: There is a large paid lot right across the street that is really inexpensive (75 cents an hour)“
“Buddy's pizza is definitely at the top of Detroit style pizza. It's not overly thick and has great flavor throughout. The toppings are fresh and they let you do half and half in their large ones. The special seasoned sauce really seals the deal on the pizza and is free to add as a substitute for their original sauce. The wings were okay, but really small for the price. Probably wouldn't order those again. OThe waiter was friendly and knowledgeable and definitely helped us make informed decisions about the pizza. I would definitely recommend Buddy's and will eat there again.“
“We went on a night that they had live local music. What fun!! A true dive bar, which is my favorite! Space is tight inside and every shot on the pool table is a trick shot! There's a beautiful black cat that roams the property. The outside area is spacious and full of seating, including lots of porch swings. Booze is reasonably priced.“
“Hands down, the best pizza in town, like they say. I work around the area, and once a week i have my personal 10" pizza. Its just so delicious, the melted hot cheese is fantastic. Amazing!!!Parking: Parking in the back, plenty of space.“
“What a beautiful, vibey restaurant in Ferndale. Love it! We went at prime time on a Saturday and were seated pretty much right away for our 7:30 reservation. The ambiance is lively and fun without being too loud, the service was great even though they were short-staffed, and the food and cocktails were top-notch.Our handsome waiter took the time to answer all of our questions and make suggestions, and even though he gave us a heads up that they were short that night, I don't think we would have even noticed. I really loved the 'mist over kanto' cocktail - made with mezcal and citrus - it's so pretty and tasty without being too smoky or too sweet - perfectly balanced. The 3 of us split 2 sushi rolls and each had an entree. The sushi was so good and fresh - I highly recommend both rolls - the Tigerlily and the Kani roll. The Tigerlily is made with beautiful salmon and the Kani with the most delicious fresh snow crab - I want to go back just for that one. It's so sweet and delicious. My 2 friends went with the waiter's suggestion of the Katsucurry - it looked and smelled divine. I definitely want to try that one next time. I ordered the Suzuki, which is Japanese sea bass in a miso buerre blanc - it was surprisingly sweet, but tasted really good with the fish, which was cooked perfectly with crispy skin. Tender, moist and flavorful. It is served with a pretty salad, but that part needed seasoning - I added soy sauce, and it was pretty good. I didn't love the amount of strong onions on it though - I'd suggest that they soak those first - they were fairly overpowering, and I just pushed them to the side. Still a good dish.I am already looking forward to returning.Parking: The lot across the street is the best lot.“
“We've been going here a lot lately because it's awesome!! The decor is cozy and comfortable like a log cabin. The service is spot on and the food is delicious!! As we've gone here quite a bit, we've sampled a good portion of their menu and I can honestly say that everything we've had has been great!! And it appears to not be a secret because it's always busy!! Just a great place to be!!“
“If you're into the extreme music scene you already know about The Sanctuary. For those looking for a cool spot to catch a club-size concert in the Detroit area, this is an excellent venue. They've done a fantastic job updating the whole facility inside and out. Great bar staff and they offer Liquid Death (non-alcoloic beverage) which is a big plus for me personally.The Sanctuary books tons of killer bands, so keep a close eye on their event calendar.Parking in Hamtramck is a nightmare everywhere, so just plan on that being a headache, but that's not on the venue. That's just part of venturing into that side of town.“
“Food was delicious. Highly recommend the three buds to start (fire roasted elote queso and Mexican corn dip were amazing) and the glazed orange taco. Jacob was our server, he was very attentive, friendly and made the whole experience better!“
“Perfect dinner at Hazel's. Ate at the bar, where Heather is a wonderful and engaging bartender-server! Cocktail was well-made, the Rockfish was perfect, the potatoes were amazing! Service was top notch. Couldn't have been happier to choose this spot for a late dinner!!“
“Holy moly! I've been to some fantastic cigar clubs around the world. Don Christos ranks with some of the best. Magnificent bar. The wait staff are not only attentive, but drop dead gorgeous. Top shelf wine and liquor selection. And the cigars are terrific.“
“We had a great experience at Twin Peaks. Our servers were attentive without being overbearing. Great beer selection. I had wings that were excellent. Dry rub and sauce available. I wish I could remember the servers names, but they were fun natured.“
“Saw a couple bands here from big ones like fleshgod apocalypse to small local bands and where the stage is and sound set up is solid for what it is. It's not a small place despite the name. They have it separate where you can chill in a back section away from the music and Chat with friends and drink. Overall this is a dope place.“
“Five15 is the best drag bar/restaurant in metro Detroit. Ask for Cookie or Brian to be your server, they are exceptional. If you are a fan of the TV show RuPaul's Drag Race, this is the place to go in metro Detroit. They book many of the drag queen contestants to perform in their Brunch shows.Parking: Parking in Royal Oak is free on Sundays and holidays. On all other days you have to pay from 11am-midnight. I'd recommend the Parking garages, as they let you park for the first two hours for free before having to pay.“
“My absolute favorite local bar. Not only are their burgers top notch and cooked to order, the bartenders are personable with excellent drink making abilities. Prices are great, there a jukebox, shuffleboard and vibe is nice, what more could you ask for in a dive bar.“
“No food menu other than a soup of the day made by the barmaids mother. Whatever she feels like cooking, the day we visited is split pea, and not a fan of peas, this was loaded with chunks of ham and potatoes. Very stick to your ribs soup. A shot and a beer rounded out the “meal” the bartender was super friendly even had us sign her up”out of towners” book as we were from Alabama. When you search dive bar this is a go too place. Don’t let the doorbell deter you, or the seedy neighborhood. Stop in and see the “Oldest Bar in Detroit”“
“The place is just as good as it should’ve always been and betterThe burger was excellentThe new owners are very ?? niceGreat place to have a cold one day or nightBackyard rulesPinball is coolPool tableYou could take your gf or mistress /hairdresserGreat selection of spirits and brewskisThis is my top 4 favorite bars inMetro Detroit-Menjos guy“
“My fiancé and I come here on a biweekly basis. It's our favorite spot. I have literally never had one bad meal here. I wish they had more wheat and light beers on tap but otherwise zero complaints. Great environment great staff and the food for being a bar is phenomenal. I've had almost everything on the menu ar this point my favorite is the Buffalo chicken sandwich it's the best I've ever had. The food is better at the Rochester location I think. Yummy!“
“Try the sonorans. Sounds weird but they’re so good. I get mine with their trio salsa sampler and a jalapeño marg—ask for tajin on the rim.One negative—at the bar they have a photo of the Virgin Mary that opens up to Johnny Cash (if I remember correctly, might be someone else) flipping the bird. Just kind of crass for kids, especially if you’re Catholic.Parking: Park in lot behind the restaurant“
“This was my 5th time at Mackenzie's and finally able to sit at the bar. Adam, the bartender, was friendly, engaging, and provided great food recommendation. The perch - lightly blackened and I wasn't disappointed. Great local bar - clean, friendly and good jukebox. Would definitely recommend.“
“A group of about 14 of us was there yesterday to watch Lions game. Place was fairly busy with only one waitress and let me tell you WOW. Service was fast, efficient and friendly. Kudos to the chef as well as there was no long wait for it, came out hot and it was delicious. I highly recommend.“
“It had been 5 years since my last belly up at Bumbos, but I'm glad it's still kicking. A proper bar with a proper pour. Nice staff, laid back atmosphere, good tunes and pet friendly patio. They also have a wide foot rest at the bar which amazingly some bars omit altogether. If I lived in Hamtramck, I would live in “
“I enjoyed my drinks at the Shamrock Pub in Utica. The Shamrock has a cozy atmosphere and a down-to-earth feel. It's a restaurant that families eat at with their kids, but you can still enjoy a selection of beers and liquor at the bar. The outdoor seating is nice on warm days. The staff is kind and helpful. The menu is simple and the food is tasty.Vegetarian options: The vegetarian choices are limited. Vegetarians are ordering a cold cheese sandwich and some fries.“
“Been coming to pronto for years and have seen it change management a few times. This is the best it has ever been! The music is better, the food is delicious (try the Chicken Alfredo), the events are unmatched, and the staff makes you feel like you're a part of the experience rather than just another patron. I highly recommend checking it out if you're new to the scene or have been in the scene for a while and want to spice things up! There is something for everyone to enjoy!“
“We booked the side room for a small graduation party. Malones was fantastic!The staff was attentive to details and always made sure our guests had what they needed! Our appetizers were plentiful, and our entrees were delicious. We had plenty of positive feedback and look forward to lunch/ dinner or another event there soon!“
“Nice little family-owned bar in hamtramck me in the wife went and everybody was very friendly they had the Detroit tigers on and the beverages were cold and the service was great if you're in the area Detroit or hamtramck definitely check them“
“Robusto's is a nice cigar lounge. There's a good selection of cigars, and they are priced well. The drinks are delicious, and the service is exceptional. Unfortunately, we arrived after the kitchen closed at 9:45p, so we did not get to enjoy the food, but we'll be back! As an alternative, our waitress made a charcuterie board, which is perfect for my wine. Overall, it was a great time!Parking: Free parking lot, plenty of spaces.“
“We went at a busy time (5pm) on Saturday 3/9/24. We only waited about 10 minutes for our table. The Server came over to us immediately and took our order. Despite it being very busy our food came out fast and it was perfectly cooked. The steak bites were the best I’ve had. The burger was super tasty and bun it came on held up like a champ (hate soggy buns). The truffle fries were also excellent and the Mac and cheese has an excellent crust on top yet tender noodles.It was just loud enough that no one could hear our daughter cry and yell a bit as she was scared of the antlers.Our server was a very pleasant young man with an excellent beard (Bonus points). He didn’t even write down our order which worried me but everything came out perfect.This will be our go to spot for family dinners out.Bill was great! $83 bucks for a burger, truffle fries, steak bites, Mac and cheese and 2 adult beverages.Kid-friendliness: Lots of other families with young ones in there made us feel more comfortable about having our 10 month old in there.“
“The food is always amazing! Every time we come here they never disappoint!!!! Our server today was literally the cherry on top!!!! Brooklyn!!!! Is the best!!!! We had so much going on in our party and she was patient and lovely!!! Made us feel welcome and made sure we had everything we needed! Hope we get her next time!!!!“
“Omg, this place is so cool. The atmosphere and staff make it so unique. The lighting is a little brighter, and music is played a little softer, so it makes conversion and laughs more enjoyable. The mead here is very good. There are a lot of beers to choose from, and they are often rotated. Once a keg is empty, they will bring in a different keg (brand and flavor). I love to taste beer, and they offer flights. The staff and owner are super friendly and great to talk to. They also support local businesses by bringing in local foods and treats.“
“Small, warm, cozy... this is my favorite local place for comedy and storytelling. I've seen my friends perform there, and this month I'll be performing there myself!The drinks are great. The staff are wonderful. Safe space for all folks. ?Love it here!“
“My wife and I enjoyed the ambiance of the downtown Auburn Hills area, lots of people around. I appreciate they have a patio here, but we opted to sit inside to avoid the heat on the evening we went.I love the concept- wines from wineries around Michigan that usually we wouldn't even know about. Maybe they're way up north or wherever, but this place brings it right to the neighborhoods of Metro Detroit so you can try a few to see what you like.The flights were bit pricey, 3 of $16, but the pours were generous. I actually would've preferred half-pours if I could've tried three more instead for that price.I didn't find anything I couldn't live without, but my wife and I each ordered 3 different wines in our flights, so we could actually both try 6. Therefore, we went with 6 dry reds, because that's what she drinks. I liked a few of them.I'd definitely return to try some more. A good date night. This is the second location we've tried, Shelby Township being the other.“
“A great find. How can you top a probably close to a100 year old house, Converted to a bar. On a side street, off beaten path of jos.campau . 5 chairs at a small bar, 4 were occupied upon arrival - the only people in there. They soon left , so up to the bar to chat with a very friendly bartender. Informed that place is owned by the same people that own polish village and that they use location for parties, when the village is booked. If you like cheap drinks and a dive bar atmosphere- try it!“
“Returned on St. Patrick's Day and had a great dinner. One table near us was pretty loud, but thankfully, they left halfway through dinner. Not the restaurant's fault, and it was St. Paddy's day after all...and the place was pretty full. Service was good too.We all had bloody marys - delicious and perfectly spicy and tangy. My Dad had the corned beef special - served with cabbage and potatoes - he said it was great. Mom ordered the soup of the day - buffalo chicken - it came piping hot, which is how we like it! She also had the bucket of shrimp which looked perfect. I had the buffalo chicken sandwich which is honestly the best buffalo chicken sandwich I've had in awhile - a huge chicken breast hand-crusted in panko and fried perfectly - crispy on the outside with a yummy flavorful sauce and juicy on the inside. Excellent. Fries are always good. I love that they're here and will definitely return. Service was very fast.“
“i visited for the first time with a friend last night and had the best time! i have always been a fan of their meads and decided to order a flight. my favorite of the night was “kill all the golfers,” SO GOOD. we were lucky enough to meet the owners during our visit and they were absolutely lovely! i was beyond impressed with their hospitality and knowledge of their craft. it was an experience i’ll never forget and i can’t wait to return!“
“Menu has some interesting choices. Food is good. This place serves food until midnight which is a real bonus as most restaurants stop serving at 8pm. This is a good place for large parties. I like the interior but I gave it a lower rating because it's do noisy it's hard to have a conversation but don't let that stop you. It's a great place and you should check it out.Parking: It's somewhat of a challenge to find parking in their lot but there is additional parking on the street (Woodward) and there is a nearby structure.“
“Hands down, my absolute FAVORITE BAR in the Detroit Metro area. August the bartender is one of the coolest people you'll ever have the pleasure of meeting and knows how to pour a damn good drink. Be sure to ask August for a shot of Fernet and he'll tell you "It's like 1000 fairies dancing on your tongue!".“
“So I gotta commend Al or whomever it is that owns Al's ... EVERYTHING is roughly twice as much as it used to be cost wise. Al didn't do his ppl like that. Took my stepson for a burger on his bday. He's 23. Anyway, 2 cheeseburgers & a basket of fries for $21.50??? WHAAAAAATTT??? lol. Yep. All day long AL! Much appreciated. Thank you.“
“Didn’t dine in. Food was great, however, restaurant needs to invest in better plastic bags that the seafood boil comes in. They put my food in two bags which was great. However, both bags came a loose at the seam at the bottom of the bag. The juices and liquids came out of the bag into the Styrofoam container. This was a very messy process as I was trying to preserve the juice and somehow tie a knot at the end of the bag in order to pour the juice back into the bag. I was at work and did not have containers to transition the food into. Definitely they need to invest in better bags that don’t bust at the bottom at the seams.“
“The madhouse chicken salad and pizza were a hit. The place was decently busy, yet large enough to accommodate us. The staff wasVery attentive and took great care of us, the prices were very reasonable and the food was fresh and delicious,Kid-friendliness: Tweens appreciated the large screen tvs with sports“
“There used to be a bunch of dive bars like this in Hamtramck. Back when bars were for drinking, socializing and not much else. Now it is one of the few holdouts. Visit to see a living museum, if nothing else. Places like this are going fast, unfortunately.“
“Walked in and the sign said wait to be seated. Looked to our left and hostess was leaning against wall on her phone. The 4 of us stood 5 feet away from her, and I said "Hello"? She ignored me, finished on her cell, grabbed 4 menus, said nothing, and sat us.We ordered drinks, apps, dinners, and shots. The waitress was great and the food (burgers, chicken tacos, sliders, pretzel rods, steak bites, chicken app) was all good.I was taken back how rude the hostess was, so I told the waitress at the end of the night. I worked in bars and restaurants for years and just said wow.. She told me the girls name, but I'll leave that out.You can't have people like that in customer service. Our first time there and it was not a good first impression walking in..Hopefully management will address that situation.Otherwise, I'd go back again.“
“Visited this restaurant late last week, parking lot seemed pretty full but were able to get sat immediately. My family and I were greeted quickly by Erin who was more than happy to accommodate the allergies of the group. The drinks are always to my liking and bread and butter are a must. She recommended the pan fried perch and it beat my expectations. Will be back soon! What a delight she was.“
“The huge selection of games they have here cannot be beat. The food and drink combined with reserving a table can make the experience slightly pricey, but if you factor in the gaming options, it makes the price feel far more worth it!I love their fries, their specialty drinks, and most of the food I've tried, but there's just one food item I wouldn't recommend. I've ordered their 4 square personal pizza a number of times, and almost every time, it has come out burnt enough that it no longer tastes very good to me. I kept trying to give it another chance, but I think I'll be stick to the other great food they have to offer in the future!“
“This place is EVERYTHING!We popped in last minute on a Sunday morning after leaving an Airbnb nearby. Right from the beginning the atmosphere was on point with great music through an even better sound system! We were greeted right away with warm welcomes as if we were regulars. Our waitress was amazing and attentive- and upon learning it was my bday she went ABOVE AND BEYOND with captain crunch shots that were amazing, a glass of champagne, and a birthday goody bag! I couldn’t believe it.When our food came out, the ladies who prepared it came out too and told us all about what our dishes included, and we had a great convo! We learned that during the day it’s all woman ran (which we LOVE) and let me tell you- the food was INCREDIBLE! They really threw down. I ordered an omelette with vegan sausage, onion and peppers w/ cheddar and home fries on the side. The portion size was are and the food was absolutely to die for! For breakfast dessert we had the banana pudding pancakes and EVERYONE got in for bites as it was incredible and melted in your mouth with amazing, fresh flavor! You could tell the love these ladies poured into the food!All in all- I will be coming back to the city even if it’s JUST TO GO TO WOODWARD BISTRO! This place is a MUST every dang time!“
“Delicious. I highly recommend the nachos. I love it because they are family friendly and quick with the food. It's family owned its not a chain and they make awesome margaritas!!Kid-friendliness: My kids liked it and they can be picky“
“Love this place! The service is a 4 because the past two times I have been here it took forever to get drinks (both the first and second round) - folks were friendly so they may just be short staffed. Drinks are always on point and the snacks are just the right size!“