1. The Sugar House
8.9
2130 Michigan Ave (btw 14th St & Wabash St), Detroit, MI
Cocktail Bar · Corktown · 103 tips and reviews
Stephen Harlan: The menu changes, but it doesn't matter. Sit at the bar and enjoy one of the best hand-crafted cocktails you'll find. Cheers!
Eater: Its star spirit is rum and its cocktails are self-described as “traditional drinks of the Caribbean islands, classic libations of Prohibition-era Havana and exotic cocktails from legendary tiki bars." Read more.
Pat Cold: My favorite bar in Detroit. Next to Sloe's in Corktown. Cool and relaxed setting, competent bartenders, high quality drinks. I personally loved the blue blazer and the smoke infused cocktails.
3. The Standby
9.2
225 Gratiot Ave (Gratiot And Broadway), Detroit, MI
New American Restaurant · Downtown Detroit · 20 tips and reviews
Leo Kowalyk: Awesome craft cocktails- something for everyone! Bartenders & wait staff very knowledgeable & helpful.
Matthew Kahl: The cocktails are great. I'm a fan of spicy cocktails and the server delivered on two great ones (one of them was even off-menu). I've also had the burger and fries; both very good, in my opinion.
Elodie P.: Excellent cocktails, creative food: thank you to the chef , I've had a great time by eating at the Standby :)
5. Grey Ghost Detroit
8.8
47 E WATSON ST (at Woodward Ave), Detroit, MI
American Restaurant · University · 19 tips and reviews
Julia Colosimo: Great for a date night! Amazing cocktails. I loved the “full frontal.” 🍹 Fried bologna was to die for, and the wings were the best I’ve ever had. If you don’t valet, it’s hard to find parking.
Jeff Hentschel: Great cocktails! The menu changes regularly but the skirt steak and lamb pasta we had were both unique and tasty.
Roshni Patel: Grey Ghost is amazing! The service and the food exceeded my expectations. Especially the Bloody Mary and the mango drink 👍🏽 so good! Try their brunch-the quiche, popover, soft shell crab avo toast.
8. Bad Luck Bar
8.5
1218 Griswold St, Detroit, MI
Speakeasy · Downtown Detroit · 8 tips and reviews
Justin Mabitad: Amazing bar. Yani and Scott are great and super knowledgeable! The cocktail program is one of the best in Detroit. Call ahead on the weekend because there is a wait.
Barbara Smith: Great cocktails and awesome speakeasy type experience. Definitely over priced. Cocktails were more than in NYC and not as good.
Julia Colosimo: The entrance is in the alley. Hands down my new favorite cocktail bar and speakeasy in Detroit. Beautiful, fun, and the drinks speak to my soul.
9. Centaur Bar
7.4
2233 Park Ave (at Montcalm St.), Detroit, MI
Lounge · Downtown Detroit · 65 tips and reviews
Chantay Leonard: Their happy hour and martinis are awesome. Decently priced, tasty appetizers.
Dawn Delight: Try the BELLINI peach, peach and more peach... with a dash of brüt champagne. This drink is absolutely good.
Ashley Venturini: Amazing Martinis, my favorite is the dirty Girl Scout!
11. Bobcat Bonnie's
8.0
1800 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI
New American Restaurant · Corktown · 27 tips and reviews
Mike: Amazing food. Amazing atmosphere. Amazing cocktails. What more can I say? You need to come here. Pictured below is the meat and cheese Bonnie Plate, Bulgogi Sliders, and Steak & Frites.
Michelle D: Good cocktails and the captain crunch chicken is bomb
Georgia Pitluk: The build your own mimosa & blood mary bar is AWESOME!!
12. Vicente's Cuban Cuisine
8.6
1250 Library St (btwn Gratiot and Grand River), Detroit, MI
Cuban Restaurant · Downtown Detroit · 72 tips and reviews
Stephanie: It's hard to decide between a ton of different tapas or an entree. Everything's delicious. A great place to share and try a little of everything, paired with a mojito or sangria of course.
Graham Pocialik: Do yourself a favor and split the Paella with someone - anyone! Enjoy a Mojito as well. Read more.
Matthew: It's hard to find a good mojito. This place makes one of the better ones I've had, and they make their own simple syrup; perhaps the most important part of any mojito.