Bummed, there seems to have been a change in ownership and you can tell by the menu and service. The challenging and subtle cocktails are gone. I heard the old staff left en masse, it seems that a lot of the place's inspiration left with them. One extra star because the atmosphere is still pretty cool, but even that seems like it's fallen off somehow. Overall really disappointed, hope to come back in a few months and find it's back to how it was before
Caitlin Priest
Very upset. Used to be our favorite cocktail bar in town. There was a recent change in ownership and although the new bartenders are nice, the menu lacks the creativity and balance and craftsmanship that we would specifically come here for. The menu now seems more like what you would find at a college bar (cocktails with Bacardi, patron, jager, skyy vodka).
River Gallagher
I'm so sad to loose the amazing cocktails at Kiesling bar. It has been one of my favorite spots since they opened. The new ownership is not living up to the craft cocktail magic that once graced the glasses. I was so disappointed last time I went in, I didn't even order and just shared a drink with my friend, then moved on. It feels like a real death to the Detroit craft cocktail scene.
The new menu featured ingredients like Skky Vodka, Bacardi, Gordon's Gin, Patron, Jägermeister, Midori, and grenadine. It's like they can't find an identity between an early oughts night club - or high end sports bar in the sticks. Prices are the same despite way lower shelf liquor. The menu is overcrowded with thoughtless options.
It was dead on a Saturday evening, usually a time the bar is humming with activity. I had come to accept that new Detroit found this hidden gem years ago, and kept going for the amazingly creative drinks.
I guess all good things must come to an end... or so I'm going to tell myself as I mourn one of my favorite spots being transformed into a shell of what I once knew.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 1
Iris Nash
My first time experiencing Kiesling and I must say... I will be back! Its a whole chill vibe with great drinks and awesome music. #PaperPlane #YourMichiganRealtor #TravelwithBlossom #SuchAVibe
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Branden Medina
The owner is very rude my girlfriend came in for my birthday and I went to the bathroom with her because she was very drunk after they over served her. Then I decided to go to the bathroom with her and I wanted to make sure she was okay and went with her. Not even 20 sec later the owner started banning on the door, with my very drunk, undressed girlfriend, demanding I leave and swear at me. They very much over-served my girlfriend and just wanted me to watch her stumble into the bathroom. Im really disappointed and really sad about how the owner just came out of no where really belligerent and mean. makes me think he was drinking before coming out behind the bar. If I could give it lower I would. The drinks aren't even that good. -10/5. Sorry for everyone that has to work or deal with that man. A ginger little guy with a beard was the cause of all these problems. I really wish I could go get my money back without causing a scene with that little boy. Thanks for the okay drinks. Really need new people at the bar, especially after 1am when people are obviously drinking.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Noah
I want to keep this place all to myself, but that’s not fair…it’s my go to when I want to impress a friend. It’s my kinda spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
D. “Anne” Montgomery
Great place to grab cocktails with friends
Atmosphere: 5
Nate Miller
Awesome place would give 6 stars if possible. The music playing was such a vibe, and I can't really think of another place like it. This would be an excellent date location.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Joel Desjardins
Kiesling is a cool little bar with a nice patio and chic interior. I had some well-priced beers and hung out for a while. It was quite lively, but the service was good. The bar was loud but still very easy to talk to. The lighting is quite dark. out front, they had a food truck posted up with fantastic food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Kingsley
Loved this place for years! Always a great seasonal menu with blend of innovative cocktails and classics. Fun retro decor and multiple seating options. Watch out for their pop ups with a local taco truck - always a good combo.
Great atmosphere, fast, attentive service, even when busy. Great dirty martinis and great original, seasonal cocktails.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Michael Landen
Didn't order any food here, but they had good drinks and great service
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Nicholas Kleinhardt
Orange Peel Theory is hands-down one of the best summer drinks I’ve ever had. The blend of Holiday Spirit Epsilon Tequila with coconut, orange, and citrus is insanely smooth, refreshing, and just the right balance of tropical and tangy. It’s like a beach vacation in a glass. I’d serve this at every campsite, tailgate, and backyard hang if I could—absolute 10/10!
Michelle Strick
May 2025. 7 pm Friday drinks. Bartenders showed no interest answering my questions. Very transactional. Used to have much stronger service and interesting beverage. They’re very standard drinks now, less inventive.
Mark Rozenberg
Amazing place for drinking and meeting new people.
Bummed, there seems to have been a change in ownership and you can tell by the menu and service. The challenging and subtle cocktails are gone. I heard the old staff left en masse, it seems that a lot of the place's inspiration left with them. One extra star because the atmosphere is still pretty cool, but even that seems like it's fallen off somehow. Overall really disappointed, hope to come back in a few months and find it's back to how it was before
Very upset. Used to be our favorite cocktail bar in town. There was a recent change in ownership and although the new bartenders are nice, the menu lacks the creativity and balance and craftsmanship that we would specifically come here for. The menu now seems more like what you would find at a college bar (cocktails with Bacardi, patron, jager, skyy vodka).
I'm so sad to loose the amazing cocktails at Kiesling bar. It has been one of my favorite spots since they opened. The new ownership is not living up to the craft cocktail magic that once graced the glasses. I was so disappointed last time I went in, I didn't even order and just shared a drink with my friend, then moved on. It feels like a real death to the Detroit craft cocktail scene.
The new menu featured ingredients like Skky Vodka, Bacardi, Gordon's Gin, Patron, Jägermeister, Midori, and grenadine. It's like they can't find an identity between an early oughts night club - or high end sports bar in the sticks. Prices are the same despite way lower shelf liquor. The menu is overcrowded with thoughtless options.
It was dead on a Saturday evening, usually a time the bar is humming with activity. I had come to accept that new Detroit found this hidden gem years ago, and kept going for the amazingly creative drinks.
I guess all good things must come to an end... or so I'm going to tell myself as I mourn one of my favorite spots being transformed into a shell of what I once knew.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 1
My first time experiencing Kiesling and I must say... I will be back! Its a whole chill vibe with great drinks and awesome music.
#PaperPlane #YourMichiganRealtor #TravelwithBlossom #SuchAVibe
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The owner is very rude my girlfriend came in for my birthday and I went to the bathroom with her because she was very drunk after they over served her. Then I decided to go to the bathroom with her and I wanted to make sure she was okay and went with her. Not even 20 sec later the owner started banning on the door, with my very drunk, undressed girlfriend, demanding I leave and swear at me. They very much over-served my girlfriend and just wanted me to watch her stumble into the bathroom. Im really disappointed and really sad about how the owner just came out of no where really belligerent and mean. makes me think he was drinking before coming out behind the bar. If I could give it lower I would. The drinks aren't even that good. -10/5. Sorry for everyone that has to work or deal with that man. A ginger little guy with a beard was the cause of all these problems. I really wish I could go get my money back without causing a scene with that little boy. Thanks for the okay drinks. Really need new people at the bar, especially after 1am when people are obviously drinking.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
I want to keep this place all to myself, but that’s not fair…it’s my go to when I want to impress a friend. It’s my kinda spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great place to grab cocktails with friends
Atmosphere: 5
Awesome place would give 6 stars if possible. The music playing was such a vibe, and I can't really think of another place like it. This would be an excellent date location.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Kiesling is a cool little bar with a nice patio and chic interior. I had some well-priced beers and hung out for a while. It was quite lively, but the service was good. The bar was loud but still very easy to talk to. The lighting is quite dark. out front, they had a food truck posted up with fantastic food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved this place for years! Always a great seasonal menu with blend of innovative cocktails and classics. Fun retro decor and multiple seating options. Watch out for their pop ups with a local taco truck - always a good combo.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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Great atmosphere, fast, attentive service, even when busy. Great dirty martinis and great original, seasonal cocktails.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Didn't order any food here, but they had good drinks and great service
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Orange Peel Theory is hands-down one of the best summer drinks I’ve ever had. The blend of Holiday Spirit Epsilon Tequila with coconut, orange, and citrus is insanely smooth, refreshing, and just the right balance of tropical and tangy. It’s like a beach vacation in a glass. I’d serve this at every campsite, tailgate, and backyard hang if I could—absolute 10/10!
May 2025. 7 pm Friday drinks. Bartenders showed no interest answering my questions. Very transactional. Used to have much stronger service and interesting beverage. They’re very standard drinks now, less inventive.
Amazing place for drinking and meeting new people.
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