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Honest John's Bar & No Grill
American Restaurant and Dive Bar$$$$
Midtown, Detroit
"The broccoli in the Big O omelette is awesome!"(3 Tips)"Get the chicken and waffles with wings instead of the tenders!"(5 Tips)
"Best I mean best jukebox in the Motor City."(2 Tips)
"The Turkey burger with the Turkey bacon was great"(4 Tips)
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JasonJuly 25, 2016Kitchen is open until 2am every night. The Turkey Reuben is good. For late night breakfast, The Special (pictured) is the way to go!
Candice L Clark-BertschyJanuary 1, 2017Sunday brunch is excellent!! Nothing fancy but really good quality & tasty food. We didn't need to eat again until dinner; we were stuffed! Great local joint.
Erica CopelandOctober 2, 2021The Fruity Pebbles French Toast is so amazingly delicious!!! Technically, you don’t even need syrup! Comes with a side of meat of your choice. Great brunch spot for anytime of the day!
Brent WalkerOctober 14, 2018The humus appetizer is fantastic! The best I've had in Detroit and it's easy to share with 4 people who just need a snack. Staff is friendly. Good value
EaterJuly 10, 2013Does Honest John's have the best burger in town? You'll have to go sample it yourself to make that call. We'll just leave it at a maybe. [Eater 38 Member]
Amy LebowskyAugust 11, 2014Classic Midtown. The food is fantastic. The jukebox is always playing just what you need at THAT moment. POCKET OF JOY sandwich. Veggie Chili.- RayMarch 14, 2016Get the chicken and waffles with wings instead of the tenders! Delicious food, but we were also starving because of the long wait.
Joanna JaddouJuly 17, 2016Jordan is the bestttttt. He was so nice and welcoming to everyone that came in. Definitely asking for him again and again!
Mike iRepairMotownDecember 17, 2019Fantastic place to pop in for an afternoon beverage and pre-game snack. LGRW! Mike from iRepairMotown
Nicole LadaJanuary 13, 2020Late night food! Kitchen open until 2 am. Chicken (wings) and waffles are phenomenal!!- Iliana SergFebruary 15, 2016"Honest John's is a true classic pub with a bit of a twist and a loyal following in the community." Our full experience: http://ilianaspalette.blogspot.ca/2016/01/honest-johns-detroit.html
What can you say about a place like Honest Johns? It is like CNN, in that it is always on. They've got breakfast, lunch and dinner. Early, late, all day! Super late! But No, it's not HBO.
Jocelyne NinnemanJune 24, 2012Even though John doesn't own the place anymore, still a Detroit classic. Can't go wrong. Simple, un-fancy, Motor City real talk.
Eric L. DuncanJanuary 26, 2016Great burgers, I really go for the patty melt or the black bean burger. Yum
Rachel the bartender is the best...love her and the food is pretty awesome too! Good people good times...
Check out the selection of beers and food. And scope the little goth bartender.- Juke box and breakfast ftw! The broccoli in the Big O omelette is awesome!
THE best juke in all of Detroit. Good food, kitchen open until 2am daily, friendly staff, cold beer. but watch out: no photos (of any kind) allowed. Ask why -- good backstory.
Al FieldsJanuary 15, 2012Real nice breakfast selections, friendly and great service, eclectic crowd, just wish the coffee was stronger!
Rose RichardsMay 20, 2012Favorite bar to eat at ever! so many vegetarian options! Vegetarian chili fries are a must have.
TJ ReynoldsApril 26, 2013Let the staff order your food!!! They always pick the PERFECT things to eat!!!
The hours listed are wrong!! Honest Johns is open and serves food til 2am every night, 7 days a week
Albert Mansour RealtorDecember 24, 2013full bar and good food with lots of veggie options for your vegan friends…
- Drksyde XAugust 14, 2015Everything's good here and the best part is they never turn down a hungry customer. The kitchen is always open..
- TJ ReynoldsMarch 21, 2013Nice decor... decent prices... nice wait staff. Definitely a good spot to hit, if you're in the area.
Late night duncan all the way. Simple sandwich, super tasty...might even pass for healthy
Turkey Club on rye is legit. Add a side of fries or onion rings (preferred) to complete you meal.
Marquel HowellMarch 17, 2014Be hip or be invisible I guess. Sat at the bar had to wave the bartender down. She seemed annoyed and it was downhill from there. Left after 1 drink, went in for brunch.
Juan GeldresJune 27, 2011Big O omelet with feta instead of Swiss and add turkey sausage. Wash it down with an Oberon.
Connor ValoneApril 23, 2011I've grown up here, love the BLT. Whole family frequents and maintains great relations with John!
Nothing like an Honest John's breakfast with beer and coffee to get you fueled up for Opening Day. LOVE this place.
You have to try the veggie bean burger, it's the best by far.
Stella TrunzoJanuary 23, 2011They have blackberry jam! The packaging may look like grape, but there IS also blackberry!
This is a great place for breakfast too, try the Monte Cristo.
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- Mon–Sat
- 7:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–2:00 AM
(313) 832-5646
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No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
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Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Street, Public Lot
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Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
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