27 Essential Detroit Bars to Try #DetroitFood

Cocktails served at the Fried Chicken and Caviar pop-up held in 2022 at Dragonfly in Detroit’s Milwaukee Junction neighborhood | Serena Maria Daniels

Standout spots to grab an espresso martini, local beer, or shot around town.

Detroit’s bar scene has a storied history, dating back to the speakeasy days of the 1920s and 30s, to the many working class dive bars that dot the neighborhoods, to today’s destinations that also bring coffee, tea, n/a beverages, and sustainably-sourced snacks into the mix. Whether celebrating with friends in the area’s many new bars, rooting for the local teams at the sports-centric watering holes, or appreciating the latest in local beer.

Below, find the finest examples of what Detroit’s bar scene has to offer, from old-school jazz clubs to unpretentious wine bars and all-day cafes that serve something for many.

from Eater Detroit - All