50 Best Cocktail Bars near Madison Heights

“About to be my to go to spot. Great burger, Marquita's, staff outstanding. Very clean and cute. Patio is a bonus. Love this little gem.❤️“

“nice lil place to enjoy food and karaoke with my friends will be back“

“Great foodie experience! Jake our waiter was amazing! Excellent food and service!!! Desserts delicious! Go now!“

“I just spent a week drinking through some of the best cocktail bars in Tel Aviv and was reminded how none of them come even close to the amazing cocktails that the Kevin, Kyle, and the rest of the Castalia team come up with! Each visit to Castalia, be it your first or one thousandth, is magical and wonderful!“

“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 ....“

“Drinks were excellent/delicious with names appropriate to bar’s theme (and also with Halloween). Needs more non-sweet small food selections. The spinach pie is good but would be better if heated for 20 secs. Cannoli is good but doesn’t go with some alcoholic drinks. Overall — bravo on creating a good place to go for drinks!“

“Yes very fun atmosphere nice bar nice wings“

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

“We live nearby but had never visited MacKenzie Tavern until recently. Glad we did! The food is quite good, especially when Yamin is in the kitchen. Pasta dishes are always on point. Good gyro, too. Domestic beer prices are among the best I can find. I've seen some reviews that describe the place as "a bit of a dive." And your point is? It's nothing fancy but neither am I. Try it. You'll like it.“

“My lady and I celebrated our anniversary at Bar Pigalle last night, and it was just as incredible as we remembered. We had been once before and absolutely loved it, so returning was an easy choice.

The ambiance is elegant yet inviting. It has that hidden-gem quality that makes you feel special the moment you walk in. Our server, Adam, was warm, welcoming, and attentive, making the entire experience even more enjoyable.

And the food? Phenomenal. We started with two expertly crafted cocktails, the Turn on Red and the French Caffee, both delightful in their own way. For appetizers, we shared the beet salad and mushroom gratin, which were flavorful and perfectly prepared. But the real reason we came back...The burger.

I know it’s “just” a burger, but this is the burger I judge all others by. I’m not exaggerating when I say it’s the best I’ve ever had—juicy, flavorful, and just downright delicious. If you're a burger lover, this is the one you need to try.

Bar Pigalle continues to impress, and we’ll absolutely be back again!“

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

“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 🤫🤐😎“

“Ate in the lounge and had fantastic service. Lovely wood smoke smell in the place. Tried 4 different red wine between my wife and I, all terrific. The small plates we tried were all excellent. My favorite was the whipped salted cod and my wife loved the maitake mushrooms. The mains were also great, the halibut was our favorite. The sherry for dessert was great.

Overall, a surprisingly good meal with fun and knowledgeable wait staff. Best meal I e had had in a good while.“

“Warm and friendly atmosphere with the Motown sounds flowing along with notes of rhythm and blues on a Saturday night. The kitchen is open for fried chicken and fish which you can savor on the patio or at a table. This bar is pulsing with excitement on Friday night; standing room only and parking gets expired around 11. It's small in size but big on entertainment. Cash bar of course.“

“Good atmosphere, great food and awesome bartenders“

“Great people and good fun until new management now the drinks are overpriced for the environment they have done absolutely nothing in 20 years to the establishment not even update the televisions but the price jumped two or three dollars on the drinks miss me with it I'll have to find a new watering hole“

“If you’re looking for a great meal, Shift is the place to go. The food is delicious, and the vibe is great. The service was amazing, no complaints. Love going here for dinner or a night cap. It gets super busy, so definitely make a reservation to avoid a long wait/lines. Worth it for your next week day or weekend rezzy!!“

“Love The Oakland - just a great, dark cozy cocktail lounge with good music. I had the Green Badu this time, and it was just perfect. They also have a nice list of n/a drinks - the B Nektar SOber cider was so delicious and sugar free! Rare in a mocktail. Service is excellent, and it's a great stop before or after dinner, or as a break while holiday shopping.“

“Great vibes, great coffee and tasty food. What a great place!!!“

“If you want an amazing Detroit style pizza, look no further than this place. We tried a couple of different pizzas and also an order of the Teader Chips. Everything was perfection. The service was great. They just need a liquor license.

Vegetarian options: Vegetarian pizza options and they offer Beyond Beef as a topping.“

“Last night after jelly roll concert me and couple Freinds went here to eat. Was great food will definitely go back. The service was great. The waitress we had she was amazing she took care of us very well. I love the atmosphere and the vibes this restaurant/bar gives“

“my husband and I came here randomly and it was an amazing experience at the bar. Hunter was attentive, Collin is the drink master—he can literally make anything and Vale is so kind. She knows how to make a drink too! This was a great experience and we will be BACK!!“

“Friendly service, great cocktails and pizza!“

“Went to FrameBar yesterday for the BirriaBar pop-up with chef Eddie Vargas. Food was excellent and a great value for the amount of food at the price point. I loved that the chef was making the rounds in the dining room to ensure every customer was satisfied. The birria platter and quesabirria were both great, as well as the salsas, queso, and aguacates. Lastly, the bar had good Mexican-inspired drink options, with the smoked Oaxacan old fashioned being my favorite for both taste and presentation. Great work all around.“

“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!“

“I love Willis show Bar. The atmosphere and ambiance is amazing. It's my sister and I go to spot when we go out for some live entertainment and good libations.“

“Great bar and very friendly people here. The neighborhood is such a great place!“

“I haven't been here yet, but form what I see it seems like it is a pretty nice lil cocktail bar.“

“Really nice dining experience“

“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!“

“We had my sons birthday dinner/mini party there. From the time we walked in until we left we were treated like we were the only ones there. You can tell not only does the manager but the employees as well all care about each guest there matters. We did the simulator rental for an hour which they gratiously squeezed us in a slot last minute to ensure a great time for our son! Food was good and service was great! We are already planning our next trip there!“

“Bday dinner party, I had the fried chicken, greens, amd mac/cheese.“

“Beautiful place for a special occasion.“

“stopped by for a quick lunch. Sandwich was great service. amazing“

“We came to The Whitney for an early birthday dinner for my husband. I cannot say enough positive things about our experience there! The staff went above and beyond my expectations. The food was amazing and cost was much less than I would have expected for the caliber and presentation of our meals and dessert. For all of you paranormal afficionados, their Ghost Bar is a must. The owners of The Whitney have done so much to preserve this amazing estate in Detroit without any funding assistance from the government or grants. Please consider supporting them by being a patron the next time you are in Detroit.“

“Been here a few times and it is one of my favorite places to visit in Detroit. The drinks and food rotate and every time I go I find a new favorite!“

“Phenomenal bourbon selection“

“played there on the 30th and had a great time. Staff was so friendly and helpful. All our friends had high praise. Can't wait til next show.“

“Great service ………………..“

“Great coffee, nice merchandise, awesome seating area inside and out! Loved it! Highly recommend!“

“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!“

“We held our private event in the enclosed patio at Firebird in Troy. The patio was heated and decorated to look like a lodge. All of our guests felt like they were in a homey environment. The food and the service was impeccable. Our guests were so pleased at the attention to detail and the promptness of the serving staff. The event manager, Jenna, made the entire planning process easy and stress free. She helped us set up our buffet menu and was there day of assisting in decorating and making sure everything was in order. I would highly recommend hosting a private event here and plan to do so myself for future events!“

“A fukkin fantastic bar with a great staff. I LOVE the classic movies playing constantly and only wish you had more t-shirts available. Anytime I'm in Detroit I find a reason to stop by.“

“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 :)“

“Best mixed drinks I’ve ever had!! Love the atmosphere and the owners are so welcoming and friendly.“

“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!“

“The food and service was excellent!!! The stuffed salmon is a must!! The bartender customer service was impeccable.“

“If you’re looking for a culinary experience in Detroit, Midnight Temple is the place to be! From the moment you walk in, the vibrant ambiance sets the tone for a magical evening. Loved the traditional Indian elements, creating an atmosphere that’s both warm and lively.

The food? Absolutely divine! The tikka masala, dhal makhani and biryani are a must try. Don’t skip the garlic naan, it’s the perfect complement to every bite.

Looking forward to coming back and trying more things from the menu :)“

“Great place to be if you in the downtown area or if you want to have a different scene indoor/outdoor everyone that’s reading this they also carry this sauce called whoo wop sauce it’s a great all purpose sauce gluten free and pescatarian friendly leaving options open for whatever dish shop bodega market on brush !!!!“