Guidebook for Detroit
Essentials
Honey Bee La Colmena
2443 Bagley StMake sure to sample the salsas and guacamole!
Drinks & Nightlife
Great place to catch live music or just grab a drink and a pizza. During the warmer months, the outdoor area is the place to be.
35 locals recommend
El Club
4114 Vernor HwyGreat place to catch live music or just grab a drink and a pizza. During the warmer months, the outdoor area is the place to be.
Classic cocktail bar in a beautiful setting. They won't seat you unless there's room so go early or prepare to wait!
71 locals recommend
The Sugar House
2130 Michigan AveClassic cocktail bar in a beautiful setting. They won't seat you unless there's room so go early or prepare to wait!
Bad Luck
1218 Griswold StCandy Bar
1509 Broadway Street
Standby
225 Gratiot AveL J's Lounge
2114 Michigan AveWhen you just need a dive bar
Sightseeing
Incredible Art Deco architecture. Make sure you go inside and see the dual sided Tiffany clock and the huge map of Michigan!
67 locals recommend
The Guardian Building
500 Griswold StIncredible Art Deco architecture. Make sure you go inside and see the dual sided Tiffany clock and the huge map of Michigan!
Arts & Culture
Detroit Institute of Arts
5200 Woodward AveThe Heidelberg Project
3600 Heidelberg StShopping
My go-to for gifts and stationery. This shop carries a wonderful selection of stationery, books, jewelry, and gifts and feature Detroit and Michigan made goods.
44 locals recommend
City Bird
460 W Canfield StMy go-to for gifts and stationery. This shop carries a wonderful selection of stationery, books, jewelry, and gifts and feature Detroit and Michigan made goods.
John K. King Books
901 W Lafayette BlvdYou can spend days in here.
Food scene
FOLK Detroit
1701 TrumbullPie-Sci Pizza
5163 Trumbull
Eastern Market
Ima Izakaya
2100 Michigan Avenue
Takoi
2520 Michigan AveDetroit Institute of Bagels