Less of my ambivalent opinion was about the bar itself. We went there to check in for a bar crawl…read more Waited outside for 40 minutes. Once checked in we found a bartender quickly, got a shot and a beer. Uncomfortable metal stools and very few tables. No glass with a can of beer. Just meh...

So just to be 100% honest, the well is definitely a dive bar. So you basically get what you get…read morewhen you come here. It has decent music so don't get it twisted, it has plenty of space, they're not a lot of seats though so you'll be standing around most likely. But is a dive bar vibe. Don't expect fancy martinis or anything like that. They always have specials though. So if you can't get your Tito's lemon drop, you can get two for five beers or something LOL. The service is what you would expect from a busy location. I mean, it's pretty much nothing but bar so with only like two bartenders you got to wait at the end of the day. So just be conscientious of that and give it Grace because you are getting a service that you expect to come to contact with while you walk into a dive bar. I've been going there for years. Well before I moved, it is a staple and I feel like it's never going to die. It is always consistent and it'll give you exactly what you need. It's really good for pre-drinking because of drinks are fairly cheap, so keep that in mind. If you do go, you might want to go ahead and consider parking. Parking is going to be street parking because there's no lot specifically for this establishment. But there is plenty of parking in after a certain time in Detroit it's going to be free. If you are going to go ahead and do the well, it's best to go ahead and start the night with that so you don't have to worry about too many expensive drinks your at your actual location. And then after that You may want to consider finishing the night there. After you've had all the fancy dinners and stuff, if you want to go ahead and wrap up the night with a couple of cheap drinks, this is the place for you.

This place is definitely a hidden gem on Monroe st! A group of us stopped in a few Saturdays ago…read more The bar was packed! They had a Dj, table games, darts, a pool table, shuffleboard-they even had a mechanical bull!!!! There was so much to do! People were dancing. Music was blasting. The whole place was a vibe! Like-your favorite sports bar + club vibe, mixed. And the bartender was amazing! My favorite thing overall- the garage-door style windows Probably a huge hot spot during summer. We'll be back for sure!

Service was very interesting . Nice vibe stopped in for singles night the drinks are so strong…read moreloved them . If they had more staff it could decrease wait times but loved grand marnier margaritas they were a hit !

I had a wonderful night here last night with my family & friends. Dj GoodB.O.I. Had us turnt &…read moredancing. The service was nice at the bar. They kept the drinks coming. The chicken remind you of them good coney wings. Drinks could've been stronger. I love the booths in this place. The ambience is everything!

So I've come here with friends and coworkers for years. Tonight, I am convinced that this is it for…read moreme. My friend and I were determined to have veggie botanas and a couple cocktails after work. That was a no go. The first server was great. Marcus was attentive and is usually my server when I visit and sit at the bar. No such luck this evening. He was our server until his shift ended. It was his birthday and he should be allowed the evening to celebrate. Then we cashed out and were handed over to the other server, Kristi. We, two women of color, spent almost fifteen to twenty minutes trying to get her attention to take our orders. This should have been a sign that we were not valued, but we soldiered on. As time continued to tick, we found it easier to cut into Marcus's off time to get him to remind our new server that we were still waiting to place orders. She had not even glanced at us. When we finally did get our food, the botana was full of avocado, but not much else. The beans and cheese were very skimpy. And usually, one botana is enough for me to eat for two days. I had dreams of eating my leftovers for lunch at work. Not today. Oddly enough, she seemed well aware of the table full of white gentlemen seated well after us. This was new to us as we've been coming there for years and even rode out the lounge's COVID-era closure. No matter. Our business was not as valuable as others in her section though it was not a particularly busy night on a Wednesday. I ordered a drink and when the server brought it back, she sat it in front of my friend. When she looked again and realized she'd given it to the wrong person, she simply stated your drink is over there and walked away. The appropriate thing to do is to put down the other drinks for the gentlemen that came after us and give me my beverage. I was proudly a server in college. No way would I have done such. Won't happen because, again, I'm all done here. The nail in the coffin was my friend paid with a $50 bill for one small item. She did not receive the proper amount of change and had to drive back to the venue to get her money. No thanks. I think that Detroiters of color need to be respected as much as the new folks who have recently discovered the area. I'll keep my dollars in my handbag if you can't manage to see me.

I came specifically to play pool, when you come In they…read morecheck ID and take an ID if you're playing pool. They have plenty of pool tables if you wanna play. There's tables next to the pool tables which is nice. The server came over quickly and got our food and drink order. We had chicken wings 7/10 and old-fashioneds 10/10.

Cool pool hall. Probably the best around. Forced gratuity can kinda suck and the besides the…read moreburger, the food is pretty much mediocre and service can be hit or miss. But I still come no matter what. I like the place personally. Someone else might not though and I get that too

Cardoni's is the classic All-American neighborhood bar…read more Think "Cheers" - except that the laugh track comes from your fellow patrons instead of a pre-recorded sound track. The booze is plentiful. Their prices are reasonable. The bartender is friendly. And they serve some of the best burgers around. UPDATE - May 24, 2009 I forgot to mention this earlier, but Cardoni's also has a variety of special events. There's a lingerie fashion show during lunch on Tuesday as well as pool and dart leagues. Please check their web site for the latest details. Oh, and they currently offer free Wi-Fi access so you can Yelp while drinking. (Yes, my life is good.)

I gave Cardoni's another shot for lunch and I have to say, the food was vastly improved. The burger…read morewas done correctly this time, the iced tea was good, and although it's a tiny detail, the tomato on the burger was fresh and flavorful. Service was good as always, and for $8 plus tip I feel like I got a great lunch.

I rolled into Detroit for the first time ever and an unassuming bar stood out and called to me…read moreimmediately. It was the Temple Bar. I walked up not sure if it was even open but a haggard looking woman carrying a bunch of shit popped out and carried on down the road. I knew it was open. When I walked in I was greeted by a friendly bartender with glasses and a handlebar mustache. There were maybe 3 or 4 other people at the bar I could see. A couple more in the back patio. This is a real great bar. They have a pool table, full bar, and great beer selection. Not a huge selection but a good one. Plus it was a gay bar and I couldn't even tell. Great place welcoming everyone. Support local! Cheers!

I want to like Temple Bar because the location is perfect right next to the Masonic Temple. It's…read moreone of those spots you naturally end up at before or after a show, and it has that classic dive bar vibe that could be so good. But if you know crowds are coming when shows let out... you've gotta be ready for it. Two bartenders for a packed bar just wasn't cutting it. I waited about 20 minutes for a drink and eventually just gave up, which is frustrating when you're trying to enjoy a night out. And the one drink I did get earlier honestly looked like a sample cup. The place felt kinda dirty and weirdly quiet (before the rush)? Like super dark (which I get, dive bar) but no music or energy to balance it out. It just felt off. I've been here a few times now hoping it would hit different, but it hasn't yet. If you're the owner reading this, I'd just say plan for those post-show rushes. Even one more bartender and a little boost in atmosphere would go a long way. I'll probably still swing back because of the location, but man... I'd love to actually enjoy it next time.

Old School clean SW DETROIT dive bar open since 1933 one of the oldest in our state. The media just…read moreoverlooks this Beer n Shot Bar they missing out on a Classic. Drank me first Beer in 70's at 15 many old-timer hung out all day long for decades. The owners Ed and Birdie lived upstairs in the 70's such great folks. During the 80's massive amount of drug use in the restrooms and Pot smoking outside. I'm a old man now and a young south American crowd has took over. The old timers died off those were the best of times.

Under the radar dive bar. Great mix of locals that are retired vets and mechanics and guys who…read more wear ponytails along with Spanish speaking neighbors that drink fun mixed drinks and Curious Detroit heads like me (I am back from the East Coast) You can get the bartender to make you Fireball shots and beer or do some mixed vodka Cranberry doubles . Well Stocked Bar & Nice Roomy Parking Lot / They have a backyard with picnic tables and shade a pool table inside and a classic wood bar from @ the art deco era. Millers Strohs and other beers in cans. ( They had free BBq plates for Labor day.) Across the street a Taco Truck so you can just ask the Bartender if it is OK before you just go over and bring some authentic food back.(Bring the bartender something back - this is not a pizza neighborhood) Open early -and Very Clean . I could easily hang out with my laptop but the people are so fun I park the digital. As of Labor Day 2021 temporarily closed ??? I hope not --call them first +313 849 3951

The service here terrible, but the food wasn't bad, I ordered the friend chicken with greens and…read moreMac. It was missing some seasoning for the greens they tasted bland. Nobody us even though it's a sit down restaurant they don't have regular servers you have to go to the bar to get your drink and pay right away and in order to order food you have to go this area in the back the bar and it's carry out style. The ambiance was small nothing spectacular. The drinks were strong I couldn't even finish my drink without adding extra juice. Now you will definitely get your money worth with the drinks. I won't come back on my own I will probably just come if invited.

Always been a fan of this place, it also helps to be close friends with the owners as well. Of…read morecourse I went with the wings and 2 pieces of catfish and some fries. I helped the Lady out with her greens and mac and cheese. Drinks were great as I had a few whisky sours and a few Heinekens. The Adult atmosphere is always a must.