36 Best Bars near Lake Orion

“Outstanding experience! Humidor manager, Jim, was smart, friendly and knowledgeable.“

“Da Best!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Nbnn!!“

“We had my daughter’s surprise birthday dinner at A plus yesterday. The staff did a wonderful job accommodating our needs including early seating for our several family members who traveled from across state. Our server was wonderful and did a great job taking orders for separate bills. Our food was quick, correct and absolutely delicious. This restaurant is a family favorite for us. It’s the best seafood in Michigan. We always look forward to our visits and will continue to come here for all of our celebrations. Thank you to our server and the staff for making my daughter’s birthday feel so special!“

“Great place good food and service we will definitely go back.“

“1st time...won't be the last🕺🎊👍“

“Sharice is probably one of the best servers ive delt with. She was so friendly, great conversation. All around good experiences. Played pool and there were some other guys who were adding i. 3rd party commentary and it was great. Loved this place, Definitely would come back again!“

“Came here for a quick dinner with some of my girlfriends after my wedding dress fitting, and it was the perfect spot. The lobster bisque was absolutely delicious, and the menu offered plenty of variety with lots of great options to choose from. We each tried different chef selections, and everyone loved both their food and drinks. I especially appreciated the thoughtful mocktail menu for anyone not drinking but still wanting something special. The service was friendly and very attentive, which made the experience even better. I would definitely go 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.“

“Bob and Elmer's it's probably one of the safest bars in Potiac. I am a single female, 5 ft 2 and everybody made sure,I was safe and they even made sure that I made it home,again.
I have been coming to this bar for 40 years,nobody knows me,
It has always ben
AWESOME“

“Corner bar fan I am. RUMOR HAS IT they are putting serious serious effort in bringing back Karaoke as well as another pool table and league interest in Darts/Pool. We all know a smaller Corner bar that serves atmosphere and food and cold beer. I don't work there no, I has spent 35 years working in Bar/Club entertainment business and I see some pretty cool stuff, I've seen the personality of the place....it ain't dead and I bet they prove it!
Say Hi sometime if you see me there, I LOVE Karaoke.“

“This place has great food!! it's definitely a neighborhood bar so if you're from the neighborhood you'll be comfortable there!! Go see my girl Tiffany she's got you!! Owner is super nice let's the party get fun but not out of control...I'll be back“

“First time visiting Ignite Tavern and I went because they were hosting a trivia night. Food was excellent and when I asked our waiter, Dave, what he'd recommend he gave me plenty of options to choose from. Then when I asked about the soup he provided me a sample taste and it was so good I ordered a bowl. We were there for about 2 hours and Dave kept coming by to check on us and top off our waters. I will definitely be back again for both trivia and the good food and service.“

“My dad Duane Haddon ( chew chew Charlie) always said, this is a nice place to visit. Alot of good people....“

“When I was little I used to go in here with my papaw gene ball we live on cloverlawn rd he used to order me Shirley Temples and sit there and pretend I was a big girl having a drink 🍸 its been many many years since been here still looks the same to me the last I was there was back in 1986 they were good people and still are from what I hear I have yet to return there and I shall before I die just to see if they still serve that wonderful Shirley temple“

“Great atmosphere, delicious drinks and our bartender Brandon was awesome!! Definitely recommend this place!“

“Lakeville Station is our go to place! The food is always on point, their staff is super friendly and their drinks... especially today made me feel like I was on an island. Tropical and on point (Mango coconut punch qnd the coconut martini was so refreshing) Love them forget 5 stars... I give the <3 <3 <3 <3 <3“

“Love the live music with Tony!“

“Great food, Great service“

“Go carts, ax throwing, escape room, arcade, and curling in one facility.“

“We tried axe throwing on vacation several years ago. We saw The Hub while on I-75 and decided to stop by and do it again. Surprisingly, we were able to get a time slot pretty quickly. The coach, Josh, was absolutely fantastic and helpful. We had a blast. The food was great. We’ll definitely be back. Prices were reasonable and the building is spacious. Even being somewhat busy on a Saturday, it didn’t feel crowded.“

“Such an amazing atmosphere between the friendly service and delicious food! Everything about our experience was incredible! We can’t wait to come back and will be bringing friends with us. I HIGHLY recommend!!!!!!“

“Griffin Claw Brewing Company – Rochester Hills, MI
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A lively taproom with a strong local following, Griffin Claw Brewing Company in Rochester Hills delivers an energetic mix of craft beer, cocktails, and hearty pub fare. Whether you’re gathering for drinks or food, it’s a great place to unwind with friends in a casual, welcoming setting.

FOOD & DRINK QUALITY 👍
We enjoyed a well-rounded spread with steak bites, chicken fingers, and fries—all prepared well and perfect for sharing. The drinks were a standout, with the Tried & True Lager, Norm’s Raggedy Ass IPA, old fashioneds, and mules all hitting the mark. The cocktails were poured strong and consistent.

SERVICE & HOSPITALITY 👍
Our server Natasha was fantastic—attentive, friendly, and great at handling a larger group. Her recommendations and cheerful service really enhanced our visit.

VALUE FOR MONEY 👍
For a party of seven, the pricing felt fair for the amount of food and drinks ordered. The quality and portions justified the tab, and the overall vibe made it feel like money well spent.

AMBIENCE & CLEANLINESS 👍
The taproom offers a relaxed and vibrant environment with a modern-industrial vibe. It’s clean, organized, and buzzing with good energy—perfect for both casual hangouts and group outings.

LOCATION & ACCESSIBILITY 👍
Located on Crooks Road, Griffin Claw is easy to find and has decent parking availability. It’s an ideal spot in Rochester Hills for those seeking local brews and a great atmosphere.“

“Great meal. Loved the Jack Frost cocktail!“

“Visited X-Golf for the first time on November 20th with my husband and son. Had a great time! Jesse, the bartender/waiter/desk person, was beyond friendly and helpful!! Will definitely be returning!“

“Birthday celebration with life long friends was perfect. Delicious food, drinks, great service, with a cozy ambience. I give Oakland Kitchen & Bar a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“

“Everything was good. Service ,Food. I'm just a bit confused tho. You walk in it looks like a Lodge. Very nice wooden Bar with many taxidermy works displayed in a log cabin feel. You walk past that into a side room, and your in a 60 and 70s displayed poster room of music posters. And past that room back to a lodge feel with high cielings and wooden cieling beams. They did have what looked like a nice outdoor seating area open during warmer weather.Everything was Great just not sure about the music room.“

“First time in in this place. Great atmosphere and very clean. We were celebrating our friends birthday and it was a great time. The staff and the waitresses were amazing. I needed a piece of gum because I ate onions so the waitress Mackenzie went and brought me some. Thank you so much. We will be back. 🙂“

“Came here after being ignored at twin peaks after being seated. Food was decent and service was amazing. Wife needed gluten free. She said the gf crust great. Payton was our waitress. She was amazing. Always checking on us and making sure we didn't need anything and how the food was.“

“I ordered the lobster roll with truffle fries. It was the closest thing to Main that I’ve ever had here in Michigan. It was fantastic. The tall owner checked on me several times to make sure that everything was perfect. The ambience is incredible. This is a must stop if you’re ever in Rochester.“

“Fantastic service, great food!“

“We’ve always had good food and service any time we’ve been here. It’s exactly what you’d expect. But today there was a server(not even ours) who went out of her way to make my young sons(2&4) feel special. With a random act of kindness. When I told my son that I didn’t have any cash for the duck claw machine, she overheard and had pulled a pair of singles out of her book for my sons to “win” a duck. I didn’t accept it, because we have too many toys as is, and my wife generally keeps a little cash(which my son begged from her). I didn’t her name, but I hope her manager sees this. She is a lovely young woman 5ft(ish) with medium brown hair in 2 long braids.“

“Abdul, Abdul what a waiter, super polite and kind. Always has a shining smile on his face while helping you out. He is the best waiter ever, will for sure be back. Great food and all in all great experience.“

“Rochester Mills is a great place to meet upnwith friends or family. The food and beer are great as far as pub food. The service is always nice, but frequently casual/slow. If you are in a hurry, I would recommend letting the server know. The restaurant is large and can accommodate a big group.“

“The pizza and breadsticks were just room temperature. We did have to put them in the oven to warm them up. The pizza wasn't cooked all the way through also. I know it's cold outside so that could've had an impact on the temperature of the items. This was a delivery order.“

“I love Chili's, but this isn't my normal location. It's right outside of great lakes crossing mall.

Staff is wonderful and friendly, but the food was not so good. Chips were bland and the burger was salty and overcooked. I should have stuck with my usual, the triple dipper!“