I am not much of a cocktail person and would much rather drink beer. That being said, I was…read moreextremely pleased with not only the taste of the drinks, but also the experience and ambiance at Shelby. The prices of the drinks are steep, but I personally believe the amount is justifiable and would only ever plan to come here and have one drink total. The Paved in Gold was smooth and sweet, while the Swedish Sails was unique, especially being my first ever mixed drink with Malort. This place is perfect for a date night or special occasion.

Really really cool spot! But, not good for an event in my opinion. I came here for a work event,…read moreand there weren't even that many people here and when I tell you it was difficult to navigate, it was very uncomfortable. The space itself is laid out nicely for what it is, but I would not RSVP to an event if it was being held here. I'd like to give it another shot when it's not during an event, but based on my experience, not good.

A very cute speakeasy that's perfect for enjoying drinks with friends without feeling overly…read morecrowded. As soon as you walk in you're greeted by a whimsical atmosphere with dim lighting and thoughtfully curated photos lining the walls. Their cocktail menu offers a great variety of creative handcrafted drinks. We visited near the end of the evening so they were out of a few of their signature cocktails. However I was pleasantly surprised when I challenged the head mixologist to create something refreshing based on a few flavor preferences I shared. He absolutely delivered which ended up being one of my favorite parts of the experience and a great example of their attention to customer service and creativity. I'd definitely return to see what else they have to offer and highly recommend it if you're looking for a uniquely intimate spot with great cocktails and an inviting ambiance.

With this being a speakeasy, they really don't make it easy to find…read more We walked around the block multiple times and finally had to call to get directions. It's literally in a back alley with no signage but a tree on the door. They had a very eclectic cocktail menu and the food menu was amazing. We ordered the crab cakes and were wowed by the flavor!

Today is the last day for this place apparently which is probably not fair raiting the place so…read morelow... but drink was subpar. I got a Painkiller. Son got a Mai Tai. No where near a Trader Vic's... most patrons there were rude.

I loved this place....took so many people here and wanted to have a final hooray with some of the…read morepeople who also appreciated this place. However, that night I recognize why stop coming. The employees. The place has the tiki vibe but the heart was ripped out when they hired a group of people who don't have that spirit of what tiki is about. To me it represents a way of life focused on kindness, unity, humility, patience, and mutual regard. It felt more exclusionary and lack of kindness almost an irritation to be in the service industry. I do hope great things for the owner in the future because he did have something special there. Wish his vision was seen by the employees.

Pros- Amazing cocktails. I got a Hugo spritz that was very tasty and my husband got the old fashion…read morethat was very smooth and delicious. The bread basket was perfectly flavorful. Very unique location. Cons- they seemed understaffed. The bartender appeared very stressed and rushed which really brought the ambiance down Overall I'd definitely go back and recommend

Excellent drinks! I had The Witching Hour, one of their curated cocktails with vodka, Limoncello,…read morelemon juice and raspberry liqueur, and a sugared rim. So delicious!!! The food is delicious! The best crab cakes I've ever had. The vegetarian flatbread was good too. Excellent and friendly service. Very cool ambiance. Located in the famous Whitney mansion, it's rumored to be haunted. Dark moody decor, and a fabulous pianist in residence.

The Royce offers free wine tastings on Wednesday from 6-730pm. They pours during the tasting are a…read moretrue "taste" lol don't expect full pours like you get at Cooper's hawk. However, the tastings are in small groups of about 8 people at a time so you can hear the wine descriptions and interact with the group easily. I ran into a college classmate that I haven't seen in 8 years because we were both running our mouths about how we liked the wine we were tasting. I wasn't a fan of the wines we tasted but I loved the Chardonnay I purchased as we sat around and talked. Conner was a great server and gave excellent recommendations. There are plenty of seating options, including a few couches upstairs. I will be back just to enjoy the atmosphere and have a glass or 2 of the Chardonnay.

Early evening bottle of champagne and charcuterie. Decor is a vibe. Love the selections, music and…read morevibe.

Dear reader, PJ's…read moreLager House in Detroit is exactly the sort of place one hopes to stumble into and then quietly congratulate oneself for finding. It has that charming, welcoming dive bar energy that feels relaxed, unfussy, and immediately easy to like. The staff was friendly and fun, which set the tone nicely from the start, and the music was great all around. It is the kind of place that feels lively without trying too hard, which is very much in its favour. One of the coolest surprises was the speakeasy tucked away almost in plain sight. It can be rented for private events, and it is much larger and more finished than you might expect, with a really nice atmosphere that makes it feel special without losing the bar's overall charm. They also have a great outdoor area with a large TV display, which adds even more appeal if you want to linger a while. And then, of course, there was the happy hour deal: $8 for a shot and a Surfside, which had us at hello and frankly required very little convincing. Overall, PJ's Lager House delivered good drinks, good music, kind people, and a very good time. I would happily go back.

We had a great time at lager house, eating dinner before the concert and enjoying music in the…read moreback. The prices are really reasonable, bartenders friends and fast service. I enjoyed the spicy chicken sandwich and sweet potato fries. The fries were a HUGE portion and really tasty. The chicken sandwich wasn't overly spicy and had good flavor. They have a good variety of canned cocktails as well. Their back concert room is intimate and good setup. Had a great time!

I stopped by here after going to an art reception at the Nnamdi center, which is literally…read morefootsteps away. I ordered one of their spring drinks, the summer fling( which was delicious if a little sweet) and enjoyed the vibes. They had just opened maybe 20 minutes earlier so it was just me and a couple there for probably the first 30 minute but the space started to fill up soon after. It was a vibe. Nice breeze, good drink, AMAZING music and even a delicious smelling incense wafting around. They don't serve food but from my understanding have food trucks on deck daily. When I left I saw one setting up outside called Mittens but did not partake

So I've been here before but it was well over 5 years ago and a very foggy memory. So I ended up…read morecoming back recently on a Saturday evening. Finding street parking was easy. There's folks sitting inside and outside. The vibe is chill grown with mainly after 5 attire but there's no dress code. The inside is small, dim, and cozy.Drinks were good and of decent price. The music is fantastic. All the old school r&b hits you can think of under one roof; even some new school was in the mix. The dj had us locked in! We vibed all night to the music. And our waitress was nice and very attentive. Also heads up..... They do not sell food, but there is a food truck outside (not sure how often they're there or if the truck changes). The food truck we saw was called Cokeys! And you can bring the food back inside the lounge. How awesome is that! We got the chicken sandwich meal (it came with fries). The sandwich was perfectly fried and the fries were perfectly seasoned! It was great relaxing night with much singing, laughter, and chill vibes

I came here for a poetry show. It was nice overall. But the drinks are small and expensive. And you…read morecould barely taste the alcohol for the price. The service was nice. It's cute in here just small. The atmosphere and aesthetics were on point.

An absolutely lovely bar right on Lafayette in downtown Detroit. Walking in there are two things…read moreyou notice right away, first how elegant and charming it is and secondly how thin the layout is. There are two entrances, so if you come in what is actually the front entrance, there is a small sitting area located there, but otherwise it is a long bar decorated in gold and chandeliers by the several lighting up above you. I can imagine on a busy night that space is at a premium. I came in early on a Friday, so it was just me and space was not an issue at all. T was the bartender and she was easy going and very friendly and just plain lovely. I ordered a drink off their cocktail menu, as I'm absolutely exhausted drinking vodka waters on this stupid diet, and it was just delicious. T told me it was her favorite and I went with that. Called the Golden Hour, I was a little nervous about the maple flavoring with tequila and grand marnier and peach but it was well balanced and really surprisingly delicious. Honestly I don't think they have food here, but I didn't really check so I can't comment on that one way or another. But like I said, I was the only one here so the attention to detail, to me, to my drink was all spot on. I will definitely come here again.