As a woman who's not that into sports, this is a place I truly don't mind going to. The food is…read moregood and the place is very clean. The service is considerate and it's family -friendly. Last time I was there, they had live music by a saxophonist, which was a nice touch. Think elevated sports bar for everyone.

The food was good actually. I love the space. The vault downstairs on the way to the bathrooms…read more(seen in quite a few spots downtown in the old business district) is cool. The service? A bunch of listless young people who move like they just smoked a blunt and are gonna get a tip anyway. And they do. Twenty percent is baked in. You shouldn't have to direct the staff in a sports bar to navigate the way to the Pistons game on TV. Booo.

We stopped in for a quick nightcap near closing time, so it was pretty quiet and we had great…read moreservice at the bar. The bartender was friendly and patient and gave some good recommendations. We only had one drink each, but I enjoyed my cider -- not too sweet. Nate liked his beer as well. I would be interested in coming back in the future to try some food at this spot as it's in a great location in the heart of downtown.

Great food and burger! Tapped DBC brews were great too- IPA a favorite. So lose to all the…read moreactivities of a ball game

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.

We came here to watch the Super Bowl. The token thing is interesting. I can see it coming in handy…read morethough, you pay once and then you don't have to deal with getting your wallet out or having a tab only. It can be more challenging for those of us who can't predict the future and won't know how much we will want. We felt like getting 2 beers each felt like a fair assessment of our projected time spent at this place and it turned out to be decently accurate. The beer list online (which I reviewed to prepare myself) was not entirely accurate. Their beer list on the wall didn't really explain what anything was so for people, such as myself, from outside the area and unfamiliar with the local breweries it was a challenge. I can see how it would be fun to come here with a group.

Dear reader, The…read moreDetroiter Bar was a thoroughly good stop before the Tigers game and exactly the sort of place one hopes to find before heading to the stadium. The service was very quick, the staff was nice, and the whole place had an easygoing sports bar energy that made settling in quite simple. They also have a lot of TVs, which made it easy to keep an eye on various games while waiting for first pitch. The food did its part very nicely as well. There were some great bar bites to choose from, and the wings and chicken tenders were both a very good decision. Add in the great prices and the efficient service, and the whole thing felt like a proper pregame success. Overall, a lively, reliable stop and one I would happily make again.

Stopped in here for some beer before the Detroit Grand Prix and glad we did as our beers were very…read morecold in frosted glasses! They have a lot of beers on tap as well. We didn't order any food but some folks next to us did and it looked good. Our bar tender was very friendly and good! Place definitely has a Detroit ambiance to it with cool red wings memorabilia on the walls.

Order the Hawaiian Burger. It was really good. Service was good. It was worth the wait.read more

BBB was average fare. We stopped by for dinner before a run of The Lion King around the corner, and…read morewe were stuck at a table in the far back of the restaurant. I like the order-taking system with the dry-erase pens and being able to pick out specific items for the burgers...but the burgers were pretty plain, no matter what the toppings were, because the beef was only so-so. (The fries, meanwhile, were pretty solid.) Also, I had to send a milkshake back because it was basically a glass of chocolate milk; the second version was a little thicker, but the flavor was not overpowering. If you are in desperate need of a burger, BBB might do the trick. From a quality perspective, I'm sure you can do better!

Stopped into TAP at the MGM Grand for a late, light lunch. I wanted to take it easy and "pregame"…read morefor a big dinner later this evening, so a salad felt like the right move. Fair to say the Asian Chicken Salad is good, but not great. It's a massive portion with plenty of Napa cabbage and spinach, providing that much-needed crunch. However, the grilled chicken was a bit of a letdown--it really needed more flavor and seasoning to hold its own. The saving grace and clear highlight were the spiced cashews. They actually had some personality and stood out as the best part of the dish. It's a solid enough choice if you're looking to stay on the healthy side while hanging out in a sports bar, but it's not a "must-order. Plenty of screens for sports viewing, and lots of beers on tap (obviously), staff service was good.

I stayed at the MGM Grand Detroit last night after being displaced by a multi‑day power outage, and…read moreI had my 16‑year‑old dog with me. She's in poor health, and in the chaos of leaving home I forgot to bring something to wrap her nighttime medication in. Since TAP has turkey sandwiches on their menu, I explained that I was a hotel guest and asked if they could spare a small piece of turkey - just enough to wrap a pill in for an elderly dog upstairs. A kitchen worker (who was very nice, by the way) offered to check, but the chef refused outright. Not "this is against XYZ policy," not "we're too busy," just a flat no. I was standing right there for the entire exchange. Anyone genuinely suited to a hospitality role would have recognized this as an easy moment to generate some goodwill, but instead, the chef shut it down without a second thought. I spent a lot to stay at the MGM Grand Detroit Hotel, and this interaction left a genuinely negative impression of MGM overall. It made an already difficult day worse. I truly hope the individual who refused this request can one day recognize that hospitality is built on moments exactly like this.

A lovely spot for a drink and a view! I came by in early March knowing it would be a little chilly…read moreon the roof, but the view and vibe was worth it! Really friendly service from start to finish, starting with the doormen all the way to the hostess and then the bartender. Everyone seemed like they were in a great mood, and this was a great spot to kick off my trip to Detroit. I went with the Cigar City Brewing Co IPA and it was crisp and delicious! The inside of the club was nice, but only complaint was they could do with more ambiance/dimmed lighting. It was a little too bright for a club. The rooftop has great views, a small fire pit, and several chairs around it. Probably 180 degrees unobstructed view, so could be great for a nice (panoramic) photo of the city or a selfie. I'll definitely be back on my next trip!

Monarch Club is really an experience everyone should try at least once. It's elegant, it's…read morebeautiful, the views from the porch are nothing short of spectacular. While the food and drinks are not especially unique or special on its own, they are all good and the service 99% of the time is excellent. Sitting on top of the Element hotel right smack in downtown, this is great spot before and after any of the games or concerts as they are stones throw from the Fox, Comerica, Ford Field and a few minutes from LCA.

Must try: Detroiter!…read more Why: That's some dang good pizza! Detroiter had Wisconsin brick cheese, pepperoni, tomato basil sauce, and Parmesan cheese. There was a nice subtle spice kick to it. Love the crispy edges and gooey cheese. Savored each bite and devoured all 4 pieces. Notes: I ordered via DoorDash and it originally said 30 mins but it was done in less than 20 mins. Worker was welcoming and friendly at takeout counter. I took it back to my hotel only a couple blocks away and the pizza was still hot. Def coming back for more when I'm back in town.

Alright y'all, here we go with another episode of Just How Food Goes…read more While I was out in Detroit, we decided to stop by Buddy's Pizza, and let me tell y'all... this outing was about way more than just the food The laughs were nonstop from the moment we sat down. Between the conversations, the jokes, and me minding my business recording on my phone, somebody almost took me out! One minute I'm filming and the next minute I'm over here yelling, "She tried to kill me!" Y'all know how those moments go when you're with good people and everybody is having a great time. Now let's talk about the pizza. Detroit is known for its pizza, so of course I had to see what the hype was about. The food was fresh, the atmosphere was welcoming, and honestly the entire experience just felt like one of those memories you'll be laughing about long after it's over. One thing I love about traveling is getting to experience places through the people you're with. Sure, the food matters, but sometimes it's the conversations around the table, the unexpected jokes, and the moments you never planned that make the experience unforgettable. Detroit has been showing me a good time, and this stop at Buddy's Pizza was no exception. Great food, great company, and plenty of laughs. What more could you ask for? That's Just How Life Goes... and of course, Just How Food Goes. Buddy's Pizza gets a 9 out of 10!