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The Well

3.9 (55 reviews)
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Mon 7:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
Tue 7:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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Moderate noise
DJ
Divey
Good for groups

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Dano R.

This is a quintessential Detroit bar. Great place to hit in your way to either. Detroit Tiger game or. Detroit Lions game. About a 10 -15 minute walk to either venue. Cold beer ( at a 1/3 if the cost the stadium concessions charge)and we'll drinks along with bartenders that know their craft.

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Mayiah S.

I came on a hot day just to get a cool drink ( a holiday beverage)and I was not disappointed. It was strong and cheap! Oh and i got to keep the cute cup it came in!

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9 years ago

I love this bar! great staff, fairly priced cocktails and fun regulars! My go 2 spot before games.

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The Well is a fun place always full of high energy with the original character left in tack

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Bad Luck Bar

Bad Luck Bar

4.2
(234 reviews)
0.2 mi
$$$

Bad Luck Bar is exactly the kind of place that makes you feel like you earned your cocktail before…read moreyou even order it. It is tucked away in an alley, and yes, the trash bins may briefly make you question your life choices. But once you spot the glass block window, you know you are in the right place. The second you walk in, the vibe completely changes. You are greeted by a friendly host, then brought into this tiny, dark, cozy little speakeasy that feels like it seats maybe 25 people total, including the bar. It is intimate in the best way, with a gorgeous liquor wall and a rolling ladder that makes the whole room feel dramatic without trying too hard. The drinks are the reason to come. They are creative, unusual, and genuinely unlike what you will find at a standard cocktail bar. Some of the spirit combinations sound like they should not work on paper, but somehow they absolutely do. The mixologists clearly know what they are doing, because every "wait, really?" ingredient pairing seems to turn into something balanced, interesting, and dangerously easy to appreciate. The only things to keep in mind are the size and the pricing. It can get busy quickly because it is so small, and cocktails can run anywhere from around $20 to over $100 depending on what you order. Not exactly a casual "oops, I had three" kind of place unless your wallet has been emotionally prepared. Bad Luck Bar is moody, memorable, and one of the more unique cocktail experiences in Detroit. It feels hidden, thoughtful, and just a little mischievous, which is exactly what a good speakeasy should be.

A HIDDEN gem! It's nestled in an alley, so yes you will question if you are going the right way!…read moreLol Greeted by a host as soon as you enter and fair warning - - it's small and popular. Please make a reservation! Our wait was about 30-40 mins so we walked to another spot to have a drink and wait. It's a cozy lux vibe with an upscale cocktail menu. This is not your normal tequila and soda okay! Know before you go! Visit their website and preview the drink options if you don't have experience with this style of bar. I ordered the Forgotten Blossom because all things lychee has been my thing lately. The drink looks like water but it is not! lol It's strong drink + having aperitif in it. The waiter was attentive and checked in on us consistently. We even received a complimentary shot after being seated and complimentary birthday shots for the birthday folks! I thoroughly enjoyed myself, and I will be back real soon!

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Kamper’s Rooftop Lounge

Kamper’s Rooftop Lounge

4.0
(81 reviews)
0.4 mi

I have had the pleasure of going to Kamper's a few times now, for cocktail hours for two weddings…read moreas well as just for fun! Definitely recommend getting a reservation. The bartenders are helpful with picking out drinks you may enjoy, and their drinks are fabulous! There is really something for everyone's palate on their menu. Kamper's is really all about the vibes. The views are incredible and the Book Tower is an iconic staple of Detroit architecture. Great views of the new Hudson building / GM HQ as well! On a sunny summer day, you really can't beat this rooftop.

Leave or to my daughter to find the most off the beaten path restaurant to celebrate her birthday…read more She is obsessed with rooftop views hence how we ended up here. I took one look at the menu and cocktail list, and determed that we would be going somewhere else to eat afterwards, thinking, "this won't be a long visit at all." But oh was I pleasantly surprised. First round of cocktails set the tone and gave us the courage to go ahead and try some of the plates. We decided on the shrimp, pork belly and gorgonzola cheese ones. Absolutely delicious. So then we decided on round two of cocktails the plate of chips, avocado toast and another round of pork belly! Again, divine. Although I will admit, everything got dipped into the pork belly sauce. Was tempted to do a round three to try the highly recommended lobster rolls but decided to save something for the next visit because there will be one. They executed all the small plates exceptionally well. And the cocktails were top quality! Only complaint was the seats are very low to the ground. I'm short and my legs were aching. I can only imagine how uncomfortable those with normal legs feel after dining. BTW my daughter and her friends had a wonderful birthday celebration but ended up leaving us adults there because we were having such a good time!

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First floor lobby bar at The Book Hotel is just gorgeous.
First floor lobby bar at The Book Hotel is just gorgeous.
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The Motor Bar

The Motor Bar

3.3
(25 reviews)
0.3 mi
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I am staying at the Marriott Westin Book Cadillac for a volleyball tournament this weekend. No…read morecomplaints on the hotel. All was excellent! I just left the Motor Bar where I ordered an Old Fashion. Price on menu is $15.00. I had 2 cocktails 2x$15=&30. When I asked for the check I noticed I was charged $34.00 . I brought it to the bartenders attention who said the LARGE ice cube is extra. I told her a proper old-fashioned is served with a large ice cube. A woman who appeared to be a manager behind the bar piped in overhearing the conversation. She said when you get a large ice cube, we give you extra bourbon and that's why it's more money. I found this to be pure BS but did not want to challenge her as there were a lot of people waiting for drinks. When my bartender returned to me, she said the drinks went up to $17 but " they they did not want to spend money to change the price on the menu." This is just wrong!!!!

Probably the worst chicken sandwich I've ever had. It was battered with corn meal and fried to the…read morepoint that there was ZERO moisture remaining. There was no lettuce/tomato. I had two slices of pickle - about what you'd get at a fast food joint - which was ironic since I was given small packets of ketchup from a fast food joint to put on my sandwich/fries - several of them split open and leaking. It was served with a small side of fries. Get real. Put a real bottle of ketchup out. Hire a cook or get a thermometer so you can avoid overcooking. Salt and Pepper should be available. Stop with the COVID excuses. Service was lacking for any restaurant, it was pathetic for a Westin.

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Chicken quesadilla
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Westin Book Cadillac Detroit Motor Bar view toward bar
Westin Book Cadillac Detroit Motor Bar view toward bar
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