Based on a very recent visit, Leanna's review is spot on -- Stober's has the potential to be one of Lansing's best bars, but the patrons here are hit or miss, and the misses can be badly behaved enough to endanger a fun evening. The shuffleboard, jukebox selection, and the hand-carved bar make for great atmosphere, and there is often a younger, hip crowd enjoying a drink here. Unfortunately, my friends and I had a bad experience there this week. I won't dwell on the details, but suffice to say overhearing multiple racist and/or homophobic comments while trying to enjoy a beer isn't really my idea of fun. read more

When did Stobers get ..."Cool?" Now by me saying 'cool' does that say how 'cool' I am? Well Stobers over the years has been and will always be one of my favorite bars. It has its own charm, style and layout. Have you ever seen a more amazing looking array of woodwork and unique artwork behind a bar? No you have not. I just came into Lansing for a visit recently and had to stop by Stobe's and I couldnt believe how busy it was. A full and young crowd. It may not have pickled eggs in a jar that Linda made (Linda and her husband owned and ran Stobers for many years and Lindas father before her) as she greeted us with a free random shot for stopping in and being fun, but it still had many things that makes Stobers "Stobes." : 2 shuffleboards tables, a great eclectic jukebox, stiff drinks and great authentic Lansing atmosphere. When I asked for 2 pitchers, and they said "of what", I had to remind myself that they have a great selection of draft beers now vs the staple go-to high life draft pitchers for $7. I miss that actually It may, on weekends at least, lack a little nostalgia it once had...but I am very happy for its success, as the owners of Moriartis next door (also a great bar) are making a go of taking it over. And Linda and her husband deserve the break. So even if it is busy, go on in to Stobes to see friendly faces and while you are there.... Order high life on draft, put Al Green, the Doors and Nirvana on the juke and get some change for the shuffleboard tables and throw some shuff with friends. read more

Back in the day when I was a MSU student and cook at Mort's next door (Moriarty's), around 1984-85, I used to go into Stober's for last call before walking home to my 3 story cold water walk-up flat which I shared with our 85 year old bar janitor named Arlo and my girlfriend RRR. Anyway-- the story was that Rudy Stober's was THE BAR that invented the famous Michigan drink called "Snowshoes", which was a shot of bourbon followed by a shot of schnapps, and then a walk home in the snow. In my opinion, that makes Stober's a legendary Michigan dive bar of epic proportions. read more

Love this dive bar! I never even stepped foot in the place while at State, never even knew it existed actually. I was in town for training, and saw a building with a cool painted mural, so we stopped in. I was blown away at the grand wooden bar with awesome griffins and a stained glass Merlin the magician/wizard in the center.... Apparently, they found it in California and had it brought to Michigan. This is one of Michigan's oldest bars. Seriously, you are missing out if you do not go see the craftsmanship of this bar. The prices were right, decent jukebox, the bar tender was very friendly and kept pulling out a bartending book to try to libations out on us. We had never been here before, but we felt right at home. Keep in mind I have not been here in about 2-3 years.... read more

It has been many years since I have had the pleasure of sitting at this bar with my pitcher and glass, and there have been many bars since that time. However, I have yet to find a bar that can replace Stober's Where to start is the dilemma I have in reviewing this bar. Upon my 21st birthday I was tasked with a simple request; Go to Stober's and try not to die. Well I went to Stober's and I did not die, and I am a better person for it. The stories I have from this place could fill the pages of an Ayn Rand tome and they will be with me forever, making Stober's the template that I hold all bars to. The standard Stober's set for me as yet to be replicated. No place have I imbibed had a friendlier or more creative staff. The drinks are generous and cheap and while the selection was lacking, everything else about Stober's made up for it. I developed a routine that the staff became so aware of that my drink would be waiting for me before I could even sit down and say "Hi". A pitcher of high life to start, maybe a second. Then it was whiskey/cokes (well whiskey was Colby's which you could purchase a fifth of at Meijer for 6 dollars) for the rest of the night. Sometimes, I would want a washington apple which I could get as a drink in lieu of the normal shot form. Delightful. At a time where I did not have much social attachment to the city of Lansing as nearly everyone I knew had since moved on (a remarkable number of them to New York) Stober's became a haven for me. I quickly made outstanding new friends as the weeks went on. So in that regard, Stober's has a very personal and sentimental value to me, as its beautiful mahogany will likely affect you too. Jon Orta, if he still tends there, was (and for me, still is) the greatest bartender I have ever been served by. I've yet to see a barkeep more amiable. As I have said, I have many superb memories of this place and not wanting to drag on too much longer I shall only share what my be my favorite. Being from Chicago, the 2006 Superbowl was a pretty big deal for me. So, for said Superbowl, I went out to Stober's - early, because I thought it would be packed. It was as empty as literally it could be. For the first half, Jon and myself sat with feet up on neighboring stools, smoking cigarettes (oh, the days), watching that ill-fated Superbowl. For the second half, Jon actually did have to work, as three or four more people joined us but his naturally charming demeanor never faltered. The whole experience had the air of good friends sitting around the TV at home watching the game. To this day, that remains one of my most beloved bar memories. Stober's is my favorite bar. The jukebox has Tom Waits and Mr. Bungle (and if Frank is still around, Da Yoopers) Also, shuffleboard. read more

Stobers is one of the few bars I have to go to when I'm in town. Shuffleboard, great jukebox, dark, big booths. Pretty cheap drinks. Love it, and the actual bar is sweet too. Check it out when you're in there., way better than the annoying frat boy filled every-bar in downtown EL. read more

One of Lansings better bars, they have a shuffle board table. They also have a bar dog that will collect tips off the bar. The downside is that the place is not all that big. read more

Its a small hole-in the-wall kind of bar,but dressed up inside as people have mentioned with its unique bar and wall hangings. One cool thing about the bar thou is that it does have shuffleboard which is pretty cool. Drinks are alright, people are okay, and service is decent enough. read more

This one is a pretty simple review since Stobers has pretty much wrote it themselves. They proclaim to be the 'Coolest bar in Lansing'. I don't know how much this is really saying but I'd tend to agree. Plus, in their myspace page, in the spot where it says 'people you'd like to meet', their answer is 'people who don't suck'. Right on! So if you want to go to a place that is full of normal, all walks of life people, has shuffleboard, good drinks, jukebox and feels like a bar...there you have it. read more

This is my favorite Lansing bar, because I don't go to other Lansing bars. I do like the table shuffleboard though. I also like the jukebox, but the digital thing kind of weirds me out. And I like the toothless hicks, as well as the "hot young things." read more

This bar is usually my go to when I go out in Lansing but tonight I had an usually negative experience. At first, my drinks were on point. Towards the end of the night, I got sub par device followed by sub par drinks. When my group decided to leave, we were the only people to be pushed out of the bar while we waited for our Uber. read more

Absolute and total dive bar perfection. The legendary bar, the shuffleboard, the bathroom pirate mural and of course stiff drinks make this a must if you're in the area. read more

This bar has the most eclectic mix of people in the state. You walk in and see some hipsters and their talking to an old Black guy wearing a bowler while some suits groove to punk and pet a pitbull lying on the floor. The place has been there forever and some of the patrons too. You continue to look around confused while some arty types watch the rushes from a movie that one of them has just finished. You have a seat and stare at an amazing bar with carvings. The bartender walks up, looks at your surprised expression then grins. "It's Stobers" she says. read more

Strong drinks, good people, lots of smoke, everything you need from a dive bar, but no bar food...that's why I don't give it a 5th star. I do love the couch in the back, good place to lounge while sipping on a cocktail. If you get board, then walk 10feet next door and play some darts at Morts. Same owner, so its also a good time. read more

Stobers is always a fun night out! Very casual and a good place to go with friends, a significant other, or a new interest! The decor keeps providing something to talk about even if the conv read more

There isn't much I can say, but, I love this bar. Cheap drinks, Miller High Life on tap (it's the champagne of beers, dontcha know?) and the best jukebox I have ever, ever put my money into. Shuffleboard is great fun, but can cause a bit of a cramped situation on busy nights. The service is great; fast and friendly. Just go to Stober's. Bring your friends. Bring your favorite lady or gentlemen. Hell, bring your parents. If they're anything like mine, they'll beat you in shuffleboard and then buy the next round. read more

Cool place to be intoxicated. Nice selection of music, chill atmosphere, good mix of clientele, strange hand-carved birds and shit. You won't find it elsewhere in Lansing. read more

One of my favorite dives in lansing. The actual bar is the centerpiece of the place, and it is a work of art. Never left Stobers unsatisfied! read more

Its a toss up between Stobers and Dagwoods in Lansing. I guess the burgers at Dags give them a slight advantage but this isnt about Dags. Stobers has Great bartenders! Great pours! Great crowd of regulars! Perfect sized place and the back bar is amazing. Im a craft beer drinker and they certianly have a solid selection. They dont have 50 taps but they always have few great choices on hand.Go here and treat the bartenders and regulars well. I promise you wont regret it! read more

Coolest bar in MI. The word working and other decorative items make this a pilgrimage worthy destination.

Loved this place. It has a laid back, comfortable vibe. The owner, Jack, spent 20 minutes with us making the shuffleboard level and was just friendly and great. The bartender was friendly and helpful. I'm visiting from out of town but will definitely come back if I'm ever in the area again. read more

One of my favorite spots in downtown! Friendly staff, delicious drinks and shuffleboard!!! They have a stunning bar and is very old, but always a good time! If you are looking for a laid back fun atmosphere this is the place! read more

Professional bartenders, great atmosphere, and all in all a good time. Great place to grab a drink!

Really great place to go and and hang out. There is a mix of college students to everyday regulars. You have blue collar and white collar. There are even straight s and gays. Back of the bar is the most unique bar I have ever seen. All hand carved from Haiti. The drinks are mixed well and they do not cheap you on the alcohol like the local college bars do. Prices for the beer are a little high but worth it for the atmosphere. If you get bored, they have table top schuffle board for ya. The only things I have against them are the facts that it can get REALLY smokey in there and actually get to the point of hurting your eyes. Also, it gets overly crowded at times. As for the racial and homophobic slurs, no more than any other Lansing bar. Actually, I will say that Moriarty's Bar (which is right next door) is way more homophobic and racist. read more

Great Bar outstanding employees always fun great feel, very affordable drinks always great pours. I'd recommend to everyone

Always fun. Good jukebox, shuffleboard, and drinks. What more could you want?

Cool ass place. Wood carved bar is ornate. Drinks and service are fast. Love it here.