50 Best Cocktail Bars near Birmingham

“Let me just say I didn't actually go in but I placed a special order over the phone. I spoke with Adrienne and it was a great experience. She did a wonderful job, I will absolutely be going in person now.“

“Everything was great. Great musician. Food was good. Drinks were great. Nice ambiance. We did not get served right away, waited 10-15 min to get served. A table that sat after us were attended to first. If not that, I would have left a 30% tip vs 20%.“

“Great drinks and night scene. Had a lot of fun their last night.“

“Fun casual dining- great food, good service!“

“We always love coming to Madam! The atmosphere, ambiance, and views of downtown Birmingham are beautiful.
This time we celebrated a birthday, and with our reservation we were seated right away. Our server, Vikash, was amazing—attentive, friendly, and always checking in on us. His recommendations were excellent.The food was delicious, and the desserts were the perfect. We always enjoy dining at Madam.“

“more to my origional comment........ french frys say smothered in gravey.... didn't come that was as there was just a small amount of gravey with a large amount of mayo in the middle....... french frys were cold ....“

“I almost don’t wanna tell the world about another Clawson MI gem, but this place is 🔥🔥. The ambiance, the flavors, the music, the service—all amazing. But don’t tell anyone 🤫🤐😎“

“Went here for a little get together with friends and it was super cute. It’s a small little pace right on Main Street but super warm inviting atmosphere. It’s intimate and inviting. My go to drink is gin and tonic and here I their lavender gin & tonic. They distill their own spirits and have a large selection of freshly made syrup and mixers. I didn’t have the opportunity to stay long, but I would love to come back again and try some of their other concoctions.“

“Very cool bar. Staff was super friendly. I would recommend a reservation.“

“Great place! Paul made us some of his delicious cocktails, and the meatballs were on point. Very creative menu.“

“Participated in a grad party given here by a relative. Great food, great service! Staff was very accommodating, and went out of their way to make things perfect! Atmosphere was perfect for an afternoon outdoor party! Would definitely recommend!“

“If you are contemplating where to dine…go here…you won’t be disappointed. Gabi and Gabriel are such gracious and hospitable owners of this diamond in the rough in hazel park. Service is 10/10. Their food…100/10. Their drinks are plentiful and their food is all authentic and homemade. Their Langos with garlic sauce is AMAZING…Honestly my wife and I have tried almost all of their staples (they also have rotating chef specials) and we have not found one thing that we don’t like. Their “from the woods” polenta is fantastic for vegetarians. There is something for everyone and once you go…you will keep going back for more.“

“everything was amazing from the cocktails to the bugers, fries and Korean chicken sandwich!“

“I planned ahead and made a reservation in advance on 12/3 for Thursday 12/18 at 745pm for 3 people at The Viridian Room. We specifically made this reservation through their Instagram/Resy. My two friends and I show up, and not only is the Viridian Room closed, but so is French Toast, despite their hours stating the close at 9pm. I tried calling to no avail, and ended up going to another Clawson bar, Local, instead. We were so excited to try this place and extremely disappointed we were not able to attend. Attached below is the confirmation of my reservation.

Edit 1/16/26: The manager had reached out to me via text and was kind and apologetic. She offered to reschedule the reservation and provide a free appetizer. My friends and I went back last night and had wonderful drinks and a snack! The bartenders were very kind and prompt. We will definitely go back. Thank you for making things right!“

“The perfect atmosphere for networking, live band, and socializing. I attend weekly and the people are amazing! 💕❤💕“

“Outstanding happy hour experience today! Love the atmosphere and the menu. Margaritas were yummy. Service was great.“

“Barrel House has become our go-to place to hang out and eat. Their food is delicious, the drinks are great, and the staff are all amazing!“

“Such a blast to play here!“

“15/10!! Their consistency and portions are amazing. This restaurant has yet to disappoint. Tried the sunrise country skillet for the first time today and it’s my new favorite. Very clean restaurant and the most pleasant staff!“

“Stopped in after golf as first time patrons and was pleasantly surprised. The service and food was excellent. We had the grouper fish tacos and the pork belly and both of us were very pleased. Drinks were also a bargain as we hit the happy hour!“

“Outstanding food and service! We enjoyed Happy Hour and the bubbly drinks were spot on! It was an unexpected surprise and great seeing Manager Frank running the show - one of the best leaders in the industry! We will absolutely be back and also refer our guests from the Royal Park Hotel to visit R H House! Highly Recommended and wonderful atmosphere as well!“

“If you are looking for a chill vibe with excellent drinks, come to Traverse City Whiskey Outpost in Ferndale! The manager, Dave is the best - he's friendly, attentive, and a true mixologist! I love it here :)“

“The food is great but not halal. Service is on point and didn't miss a step. Seatting is first come first served. Can see about 14 small round tables not including the bar seats. The vibe is chill and is a great place for a low cost but high atmosphere date night. Not great on street parking so it's best to get here early if you wanna a spot.“

“Food was amazing. Everything we had was delicious. Great Sangria. Attentive staff. Only wish was…turn the music down. It was too loud to hear our friends talking.“

“Hands down our new favorite restaurant. Our server Chris made it feel just like dinner at a friends!“

“We were instantly greeted and seated. Our server Robby was awesome. The entire staff was friendly. Chef Johnny is very talented and friendly. I love that he greets all guest and will even bring your food out himself. For starters we had the shrimp and crab cakes. They were crispy on the outside and melted in your mouth. The surprise with these was that there was whole shrimp inside. We loved it. The sauce on top was just the right amount. The salmon with saffron rice, coconut curry sauce and green apple slaw was the best salmon I've had in a while. The pairing was new for me but it worked. The salmon was juicy and perfectly cooked. When paired with everything on my plate it was like fireworks. Everything popped and was amazing. My husband had the beef strudel. Now he was thinking it was gonna be like a beef wellington but no. When he put his fork into the perfectly crispy flaky crust and into the most tender beef either of us have ever had, OMG. With the first bite all he could do was say "WOW"(sorry about how loud he was). The flavors of that plate were incredible. The blueberry cheesecake was the icing on the cake. It was perfect. Sweet but not too sweet and the smear of lemon sauce on the side elevated the flavors. The drinks. I had the rainforest and my husband had the Johnny Manhattan. When we saw how small the glasses were we were definitely worried. That feeling quickly faded with the first sip. The drinks may be small but they are strong and delicious. We had to pace ourselves with those. Overall, I give this place a 10/10 and will definitely be back again soon. Thank you to everyone there for a great time and for great service.“

“best quality food and Great atmosphere the drinks are phenomenal highly recommend“

“We went here for our friend's birthday, and it was fantastic! I had the French toast, and it was light and fluffy with delicious sweet cream!

One friend had the steak benny and really enjoyed it, while another got the southwest benny, but subbed the chorizo for carne asada. A couple toppings accidentally got left off, but our server was SO sweet and helpful, and got those for us right away!

Another friend got the Monte Cristo, which was also phenomenal. I snagged a bite, and I really loved the way they batter and fry the whole sandwich! The twisty fries it came with are also delicious!

I ordered an affogato as my beverage, and it was a very fun, fancy experience! It comes in a cute raised glass and you get to pour the shot yourself. It was delicious! I finished it before the food even arrived!

This place has wonderful food and a great vibe! My friends and I can't wait to come back!“

“We love O’Grizzly’s. When Hoops closed, we needed to find a new favorite spot. We found it! Cold drinks, great service and delicious food. It’s our go to spot.“

“Came here for dinner with my sisters. We all enjoyed our meals and our waitress and all staff we encountered were amazing.“

“My experience at condado was great , the food the vibe and my bartender Katie was on point with everything.“

“Delicious! Make your own salad was wonderful with lots of good ingredients.“

“Delicious food, reasonably priced, beautiful decor, friendly staff.“

“Came to town to celebrate my cousin's upcoming wedding and I stopped here with her for some cocktails. The atmosphere was perfect, we used the outdoor seating area and enjoyed hanging out for a few hours. Drinks were super good, all the staff was friendly, and our server, Nick, was super fun and we enjoyed chatting with him! Thank you, Saint 1881 and staff. We had an amazing time :)“

“Ashley was my bartender tonight and she killed it. She was extremely attentive despite having over 8 tables. As a manager I was extremely impressed with her attention to her menu and care for guests. Personable with everyone and took time to explain distilleries specific products. Amazing aesthetics. Great for pictures. Will be back. Especially if Ashley’s working.“

“i ordered the summer salad and wings with a glass of wine. wow! everything was great! cant wait to being my husband to enjoy our new get away!“

“Fun time meeting people. Great food and drinks.“

“I was there tonight and it was turnt! Whoever the dj was i hope he there every Saturday it was a young cat he did his thing on the 1’s & 2’s. The drinks were fire too shout out to the ladies behind the bar!! Keep it up encore ill be back next week.“

“The perfect, laid back place to enjoy amazing food and delicious cocktails! I am obsessed with the pineapple mule, the make their own infused pineapple vodka. The live jazz on Thursdays is the perfect reason to make this a weekly visit!“

“Clean, good service and happy staff. Most of all good food…“

“White Wolf Japanese Patisserie is an absolute gem. Their pastries boast unique flavors that are a delightful departure from the ordinary. The Yuzu Cheesecake and Azuki Red Bean Paste Swiss Roll Cake are must-tries, bursting with authentic and refreshing tastes. The Matcha Latte and Raspberry Rose Yuzu are equally exceptional and perfect for a refreshing treat. The staff at White Wolf are incredibly friendly and welcoming. The female chef went above and beyond by offering us a sample of their delicious banana bread, which was a nice touch. It’s evident that everyone who works there is genuinely happy, and this joy is reflected in the quality of their products. If you’re looking for a place that combines unique Japanese flavors with top-notch service, White Wolf Japanese Patisserie is the place to go. Highly recommended!“

“Our anniversary...great staff...the hostess was more than accommdating to move our table from middle to room to side so I wouldn't panic..thank you! Our server Gera(sorry dont know spelling) was so attentive to detail and very friendly...thanks for everything“

“My daughter and I enjoyed a Mothers Day lunch here together. The food was fresh and tasty. We shared a strawberry salad and hamburger. Kitchen kindly split the entrees for us in back. Nice wine offerings and mimosas. Popovers came out fresh from the oven served with their strawberry butter- yummy!“

“Amazing atmosphere, drinks, food and service. The tortilla chips are made fresh in house and so so good! Super close to UD Mercy - we will be back for sure!“

“My impression of Sips On Six makes me think of a hall that was turned into a nightclub. The first time I went I think it was on a Friday or Saturday. I guess they were having Hustle lessons, because the DJ was playing hustle music and giving instructions. The food and the drinks were good, the drinks are a little expensive. My friend and I ordered some Don Julio Tequila and just one shot a piece came out to be $14. I would go there again, because the atmosphere was really nice and the crowd was very mature and well mannered.“

“The catfish is seasoned to perfection! Fried hard as requested and definitely did not disappoint“

“Bravo for lunch is the best. They have decent portions and the price is reasonable. The wait staff is very friendly and efficient. Just a nice place to eat overall at The Village of Rochester Hills“

“Nice experience, amazing food, and atmosphere. Server was great too.“