Detroit · Wayne County, MI

Nightlife in Detroit

Scout analyzed 141 Detroit places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

Places analyzed

141

Matches

Typical spend

$75

Typical visit

1.6 hr

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Downtown Detroit

4 matching spots

Sports Center

2 matching spots

Corktown

2 matching spots

Capitol City

1 matching spots

Central Southwest

1 matching spots

Foxtown

1 matching spots

Scout-verified spots

Downtown Detroit

The Monarch Club

The Monarch Club is an upscale cocktail bar, good for a pre-dinner drink or a sophisticated evening out, often pairing well with a show or another downtown activity. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $50-100 per person.

CocktailsFoodViews

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown Detroit

The Skip

The Skip is a colorful outdoor cocktail bar perfect for a relaxed afternoon drink or an evening social outing. Expect to spend $15-40 per person on drinks and linger for 1-2 hours.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown Detroit

Gilly's Clubhouse

Gilly's Clubhouse is a sports bar suitable for a casual outing to watch a game and grab drinks. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-$40 per person for food and a couple of drinks.

FoodCocktailsSports

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Capitol City

SPKRBOX

SPKRBOX serves as a casual spot for a donut and coffee stop or an evening drink, suitable for a quick solo visit or a relaxed meet-up. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a beverage and snack or a couple of drinks.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Central Southwest

El Club

El Club is a live music venue best for catching indie bands in an all-ages setting, often pairing well with a pre-show dinner. Expect a visit of 2-4 hours, with typical spending between $20-$75 per person depending on drinks and ticket prices.

CocktailsLive musicOutdoors

$20–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Sports Center

Aretha's Jazz Cafe

Aretha's Jazz Cafe is suitable for an evening out, offering live music and drinks for 2-3 hours. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person on drinks and deli sandwiches.

CocktailsLive musicFood

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Corktown

Lager House

This bar and grill is suitable for an evening out, especially to catch live rock music with food and drinks. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and about $20-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Sanctuary Detroit

Sanctuary Detroit is a budget-friendly bar suitable for a casual evening drink or a quick stop before or after dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $10-30 per person.

CocktailsRelaxedSocial

$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Magic Bag

Magic Bag is a vintage theater hosting live music, comedy, and tribute bands, good for an evening out. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and between $20-$75 per person depending on the show and drinks.

Live musicArtsSocial

$20–$75 typical2.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Foxtown

Cliff Bell's

Cliff Bell's is a classic jazz club for an evening of live music, cocktails, and dinner. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Elijah McCoy

Marble Bar

Marble Bar is an industrial-hip venue primarily for evening and late-night dancing with EDM DJs. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person over a few hours for drinks and a cover charge, making it a good spot to end a night out with friends.

CocktailsLive musicOutdoors

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Cass Corridor

The Old Miami

The Old Miami is good for an evening of live music, drinks, and casual games like pool or darts. Expect to spend a few hours and $15-40 per person on drinks and cover if applicable, making it a good main activity or a late-night stop.

CocktailsLive musicSports

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Sports Center

Tin Roof

Tin Roof is a good spot for an evening out with live music and drinks, potentially followed by or preceded by a meal. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $25-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Rivertown - Warehouse District

The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre

This waterfront amphitheater is ideal for an evening out to see a live concert, often pairing with dinner beforehand. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and between $50-$150 per person on tickets and concessions.

CocktailsLive musicArts

$50–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

New Center

Northern Lights Lounge

This is a good spot for an evening out, especially on weekends, to enjoy drinks, pub fare, and live music or a DJ set. Expect to spend $20-$50 per person for drinks and a meal, with a visit typically lasting 1.5 to 3 hours.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Corktown

IO Godfrey Rooftop Lounge

This rooftop lounge is suitable for an evening drink or light bites before or after dinner, offering city views. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $30-75 per person on drinks and appetizers.

CocktailsViewsFood

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown Detroit

MGM Grand Detroit

MGM Grand Detroit is suitable for an evening out, combining dining, gaming, and entertainment. Expect to spend a few hours here, with costs varying significantly based on activities.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$75–$500 typical4 hr visiteasy parking

Belmont

Sky Bar & Grill

Sky Bar & Grill is suitable for a casual evening meal or drinks with friends, typically lasting 1.5 to 2 hours. Expect to spend $20-$40 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Washington

Kamper's Rooftop Bar

This rooftop bar is ideal for an evening drink, offering cityscape views. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person for drinks and light bites, with a visit lasting around 1.5 hours.

CocktailsViewsSocial

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking