I truly appreciate the energy of the owner, and the bartender Christine, and Alejandro. I have never felt more safe in my entire life. They truly care about the reputation of their establishment and the safety of their patrons. I will always recommend this place a millions times over, every single time I’m in the city. Truly a hidden gem that shouldn’t be hidden. 100/10. If I could rate this place a million times over I would give it 100/10 every single time.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Mitch Sanchez
First time vist, was recommended by a friend. Good conversation and felt like one of the regulars. Definitely going back
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Monica Price
We were turned away from this speakeasy while trying to celebrate a friend’s birthday and were spoken to in a way that felt discriminatory and degrading. The treatment we received made it clear we were not welcome because of our skin color. This was not about dress code or capacity—it was about how we were treated. Completely unacceptable and not a place I would recommend to anyone expecting fairness or respect.
Service: 1
Nicholas Mischel
The people and the place are an institution.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sherry Matthews
Love this Speakeasy bar! Friendly staff, great music.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Carly Parker
BEST PLACE IN DETROIT!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rebecca Lauer
Quite the late-night place to be (in downtown Detroit); great live music; big energy big crowd turn out; nice touch when in a long line waiting outside and the security and host allowed all the ladies to move to front of the line. Eclectic decor. Multiple sections to the floor plan for table seating. I recommend anyone go check it out for oneself.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Conor C (Conor C)
Cool place with occasional live music. It is a little cramped, I wouldn't recommend a group larger than 4 unless you have a back up plan. They do have some tables for 6ish closer to the back but when I asked to get sat there the bouncer said it's closed, then 15 min later I saw some people go sit back there. Table service can be a bit slow when it gets busy so just buy from the bar in that case.
Edit: i appreciate the response!!
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 4
Laura Panek
This place feeds my soul. Everything that is right with Detroit, and right with the world.
Café D’Mongo’s is one of Detroit’s true treasures. After a long night out, nothing hits like their grilled cheese—it’s legendary. The vibe is unlike anywhere else: live music from one of the most classic house bands in the city, drinks poured in solo cups, and the energy of a house party but set right in the heart of downtown. No frills, all character. Come for the music, stay for the grilled cheese, and leave with a story.
4/5 stars because the N/A options are water and sprite only, and not very wheelchair friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Justin Scott
Great music, great bartenders! This is by far the best scotch selection in the downtown area, and the most hospitable bar I have ever had the pleasure to step into. Thank you for your kindness, D'Mongo!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Lauren Kavner
I love this speakeasy! You are so welcomed when you walk in! Live music by Dr. Nick is great and the food is wonderful! A place you must visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kylie Russell
Bees knees was almost undrinkable. We enjoyed the live music tho
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Yoshi Kuronuma
Nice bar. Great live music. Place was busy, but good service and drinks. Staff is very friendly too. Good place to hangout with friends. I recommend this place if you like a local live music.
I truly appreciate the energy of the owner, and the bartender Christine, and Alejandro. I have never felt more safe in my entire life. They truly care about the reputation of their establishment and the safety of their patrons. I will always recommend this place a millions times over, every single time I’m in the city. Truly a hidden gem that shouldn’t be hidden. 100/10. If I could rate this place a million times over I would give it 100/10 every single time.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
First time vist, was recommended by a friend. Good conversation and felt like one of the regulars. Definitely going back
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
We were turned away from this speakeasy while trying to celebrate a friend’s birthday and were spoken to in a way that felt discriminatory and degrading. The treatment we received made it clear we were not welcome because of our skin color.
This was not about dress code or capacity—it was about how we were treated. Completely unacceptable and not a place I would recommend to anyone expecting fairness or respect.
Service: 1
The people and the place are an institution.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this Speakeasy bar! Friendly staff, great music.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
BEST PLACE IN DETROIT!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Quite the late-night place to be (in downtown Detroit); great live music; big energy big crowd turn out; nice touch when in a long line waiting outside and the security and host allowed all the ladies to move to front of the line. Eclectic decor. Multiple sections to the floor plan for table seating. I recommend anyone go check it out for oneself.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Cool place with occasional live music. It is a little cramped, I wouldn't recommend a group larger than 4 unless you have a back up plan. They do have some tables for 6ish closer to the back but when I asked to get sat there the bouncer said it's closed, then 15 min later I saw some people go sit back there. Table service can be a bit slow when it gets busy so just buy from the bar in that case.
Edit: i appreciate the response!!
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 4
This place feeds my soul. Everything that is right with Detroit, and right with the world.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Just a FABULOUS place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Café D’Mongo’s is one of Detroit’s true treasures. After a long night out, nothing hits like their grilled cheese—it’s legendary. The vibe is unlike anywhere else: live music from one of the most classic house bands in the city, drinks poured in solo cups, and the energy of a house party but set right in the heart of downtown. No frills, all character. Come for the music, stay for the grilled cheese, and leave with a story.
4/5 stars because the N/A options are water and sprite only, and not very wheelchair friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Great music, great bartenders! This is by far the best scotch selection in the downtown area, and the most hospitable bar I have ever had the pleasure to step into. Thank you for your kindness, D'Mongo!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I love this speakeasy! You are so welcomed when you walk in! Live music by Dr. Nick is great and the food is wonderful! A place you must visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bees knees was almost undrinkable. We enjoyed the live music tho
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Nice bar. Great live music. Place was busy, but good service and drinks. Staff is very friendly too. Good place to hangout with friends. I recommend this place if you like a local live music.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
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