Visited Detroit for a conference, we ate here twice for breakfast. The food was good & the service…read morewas excellent. The place was very busy and it seemed to be understaffed. Our food came out fairly quick and they came around regularly to make sure our drinks were full and asked if we needed anything. It was a good value for what we received.

This is thee Pop Up game, food and drinks tent. Somebody let me know if there name is wrong, since…read morethis is what came up when I checked-in. This is right on Campus Martius and down from the Ice Skating Rink and Parc. The rent is filled with so much fun, it's huge, roomy and there are tons of board games that you can pay for free. Yep, you can eat, drink and play games with your friends from 10am - 12pm! I cannot wait to come back! There was NO fee to enter, but you do get your hand stamped if you are interested in drinking. This again is incredibly Cool, and I am over the moon about what Detroit HAS accomplished in such a short time. Wow! Detroit is ON FIRE in a GOOD way!

We rolled through Batch for lunch and a cold one after a little sightseeing in the area. We opted…read moreto sit outside, since it was a nice day. They had plenty of umbrella covered tables to keep you out of the sun. The only negative: you order with toast tab, and there's no way to customize anything. My husband has food allergies, so it knocked out a bunch of options. We settled on nachos, and they wound up being really tasty. We did add a little salt, but overall very good and filling. (The chorizo and avocado were a little extra.) My husband went up to the bar to get some samples for us to try, and we both chose the Pocket Calculator. It was rich, sweet, and very tasty. The waitress brought food and drinks out quickly when they were ready. This is a great place to stop, especially if you are allergy-free!

Truly cool place inside - love the vibe. Beers are great and the food is really good too…read more We had the chicken nachos, a warm pretzel, as well as an amazing French onion dip with house made chips. I forgot to take a picture of the dip - was too hungry and forgot. If you're downtown, give the a try - you won't be disappointed.

If you're looking for pure vibes in downtown Detroit, The Skip is the move…read more This spot is such a fun escape -- colorful, open-air, and full of energy. The music hits, the crowd is always lively, and it just feels like summer no matter what time of year it is. Whether you're stopping by before hitting another spot or making it your main destination for the night, The Skip always delivers. Now let's talk drinks -- because they do not play around. The Long Islands are ON POINT. Strong, smooth, and perfectly balanced. Not watered down, not overly sweet -- just right. You definitely feel like you're getting your money's worth, and they're dangerously easy to sip. I love the overall vibe here. It's social, upbeat, and perfect for hanging with friends. If you want good music, great drinks, and a guaranteed good time, The Skip should absolutely be on your list. This is one of those places you go once... and then it becomes part of your regular rotation.

I always stop by here when in downtown Detroit! They have the best frozen espresso martini!!read more

This whole place is such a summer vibe. There is a little something for everyone…read more It was a bit confusing when we first arrived. Here is the lay of the land: Check in at the little red table in the center of the outdoor courtyard if you want "full service". - which means eating and drinking at a table with wait staff. It is not seat yourself at the outdoor tables, like we originally thought. There is a nice sized bar indoors and seating at the bar is first come first served. We ordered several of the small plate "snacks" and I can tell you that the hummus is not to be missed. It is served with (homemade?) tortilla chips that are absolutely addictive. They have lots of choices for wine, beer, and cocktails. Towards the back entrance of the property, there is a drink truck where you can also order "walkaway" food and drinks. Not entirely sure where you sit with the food/drinks you order, as most of the seating seemed reserved for full service. Additionally, there is a photo booth for pics (long line) and Warda Patisserie is right next door and accessible through a garden walkway.

Father Forgive Me was named #83 on North America's 50 Best Bars list. It's located in a…read more110-year-old church garage, and there's a beautiful courtyard outside for guests to either sit on the grass or their picnic tables. Just an overall beautiful space. The inside restaurant area is also beautiful. We wanted to sit inside at the bar, so we waited for some seats to open up. If you want to sit outside, all you have to do is order at the bar and they'll serve your drinks in plastic cups for you to take outside. The rhubarb pie punch was so delicious I had to order it twice! Probably one of my favorite cocktails I've ever had. I also ordered the maurixio cattelan, which tasted like ginger ale. For a snack before dinner, we chose to get the burrata and it was so refreshing. The service was great and our bartender was super friendly! The logo with the little lamb is adorable. I bought one of their wine glasses with their logo on it too for just $10.

This was an old rail station that has been converted a number of times over the years. It was cool…read moreto see parts of the rail station such as the doors still there. There was a good-sized bar in the front and a quieter dining area in the back. The service was appreciated and the food came out quickly. The Reuben egg rolls were ordered. They had a 1,000-island dressing along with a miso mustard. I liked the sauce choices, one traditional and the other unique. The egg rolls as a whole were solid. I was hoping for a crispier edge as well as more cheese present. The meat was very tender, which was the key. Will I go back? Yeah.

Visited downtown Detroit and walked up on Grand Trunk Pub. What a cool place. Lots of history…read moreand a beautiful bar. We only had drinks but the food looked great and the burgers/sandwiches looked huge. I had the Black Kiln cocktail and it was great. Will go again and try the food.

I need to come back and check this place out when there are more people in it. We came just as the…read moreplace opened up the bartender was extremely friendly and kind of gave us the layout of the land and explain the whole situation with the German menu that is separate from the lager house. They have a kiosk at the bar but are a separate kitchen. So we did not get to try the food but the beer was cold and the service was spot on.

Nice place for a beer if you're in Eastern market. It's…read moresort of a German themed beer garden. We stopped for some beers and the bar tender was super nice and friendly. The beer was tasty we had 2, lol. Food didn't start till after 4 so we didn't get a chance to try it out.

We had a great evening at HopCat tonight playing Trivia and hanging with friends. The atmosphere is…read morewarm and welcoming to guests and you'll always find a beverage or food to make your visit memorable. Thanks for a good night, folks! The Henry Ford Hotties

This is an update to my previous review of HopCat Detroit…read more I still love the food and the lively, energetic ambiance here. The fresh, flavorful meals and the downtown vibe make it one of my favorite spots to grab a bite or hang out with friends. That said, I want to elaborate on my not-so-great dine-in experience from before. One night I decided to eat in, and while my waitress was genuinely nice and attentive, the experience took a weird turn when my meal was brought out. The guy delivering it just walked past me, dropped the plate on the table with a loud clank, and didn't greet me or even acknowledge me at all. It was jarring -- not only did it feel careless, but it completely broke the warm, fun vibe I'd come in expecting. On top of that, I had the app downloaded to earn rewards points, but my waitress never added them, which was frustrating enough that I ended up deleting the app. That one visit definitely stood out as an exception in an otherwise positive history with this location. Since then, I've had better experiences with staff, and the food and overall energy of the place continue to shine. Despite that one odd incident, I still highly recommend HopCat for the atmosphere, creative menu, and fresh food. I'll continue coming back and will share more updates (and pics) along the way.

Collect moved to the English village and brought even more charm with them! The building is so fun…read morewith the small stained windows and open space -- there are some fun pop ups that happen randomly that are so worth the visit! Everyone that works there is absolutely amazing and have the best attitude- they'll help you find your next favorite beer and it could even be the blue gatorade they have on tap. There is a huge open garden and courtyard so lots of open space. There is street parking all around so I wouldn't worry about that!

This is an updated review for the new spot…read more One of the things I liked about the old spot was that it reminded me of the bars in Europe, locally oriented, cozy, welcoming. Kercheval location is massive, massive enough to have a basketball net put into it. Everything else is kind of the same, great service, interesting choice of beers. The one thing I didn't like was the $16 Michigan Reisling. That seemed like kind of a crazy price for freaking Reisling.... From Michigan.

We stopped at Jacoby's after the Lions game yesterday, partly because I remembered having an…read moreawesome Belgian ale there years ago and was curious if they still carried it. They didn't, but they had another similar Belgian ale that was great, so no complaints there! Our table started with the hand-battered chicken tenders and fried pickles. I really liked the light batter on both, and you could actually taste the beer in the batter, which was awesome. Three of the four of us ordered the Reuben, and the other ordered the Big Ed Burger. First off, all four of us commented on how good the sides were. The fries came out piping hot and crispy, and the house-made chips were honestly some of the best I've ever had. The burger itself had good flavor, but the bun was pretty dry and unappealing. With a better bun, I think it could go from good to great. As for the Reuben--the house specialty--I enjoyed it overall, but there were a couple things holding it back for me. The corned beef itself was 10/10. Super tender, flavorful, and absolutely the star of the sandwich. The bread, however, was very dry and crisp, but it had almost no color or toasted flavor to it. My other issue was the sauerkraut. This is definitely personal preference, but I like kraut with more tang and a little chew--almost "al dente," if we were talking pasta. This was extremely soft and mushy, to the point that there really wasn't any texture left to it. With that corned beef, a tangier kraut with a little bite and better bread would make this a fantastic Reuben. That said, I don't want those critiques to overshadow the experience. We enjoyed our food, and the service was great. Nichole (according to our receipt) was super friendly and took great care of us. I also really love the history and character of Jacoby's. In fact, I just recommended it to a family member today. I'd absolutely come back, and I already have my eye on trying the schnitzel next time!

I would go back here in a heartbeat. The food was tasty and fresh and exceptional portions for the…read moreprices (especially considering proximity to the sports venues). We stopped in on a Thursday night in January and the kitchen was open late, which was a huge relief. Service was quick and friendly, though a little snarky. I love any place that serves German beer and especially if the beer is clean and the bartenders are knowledgeable. Highly recommend Jacoby's for a late night stop. I'd like to visit during the warmer months now!

After leaving The Museum of Illusion on a Tuesday we stopped in for a beer and some chicken from…read morePenny Red's (located at the back). The staff was nice. The beer was really good. The food was good. Only bummer is that previous yelp pics showed the elote cob but I got kernels instead. Chicken was good, slaw was good, the twister fries were amazing, mac and cheese was just ok it could've been more cheesy. The Brakeman had a good amount of space. They had have wood tables with paper towels on them. Some tables were low and they had high top tables as well. It's a cool place to go when you're downtown.

I really enjoyed this place. There was a live DJ that played some good music. The drinks were…read morepretty pricey and not worth it in my opinion. The vibes of the location is what kept me there most of the night. Because it is downtown Detroit street parking on the weekends is always hard to find. So paying to park in the garage I would recommend. There were plenty of tables and seating. We did have to share and wait for some of the games to be available but everybody was friendly and generous with sharing the games. You do have to purchase tokens from the booth located inside to purchase drinks at the bar. The lady in the booth was very friendly and answered all my questions with that being my first time there.