A local favorite since 1975, Old Shillelagh acts as a pub, bar, and nightclub on various days throughout the week. This is one of the most liveliest spots in the city and is always bustling with a young crowd. Dance the night away as the DJ spins your favorite number or tap your feet to the live music performances by some of the best artists in the city; these and other interesting events held throughout the week keep the guests entertained. In case you feel hungry after all the dancing, you can devour burgers, sandwiches, appetizers or other offerings on their menu. All in all, you are sure to have a gala time here.
Gigi's is a popular gay bar in Warrendale (just outside of Dearborn). The space features a bar, pool tables, elevated seating and a stage used for drag shows and dancing. Different days host different events, such as karaoke, but Saturday is the day to go to catch the famed drag show. There's usually a cover charge and an additional cost to park in the adjacent parking lot. Please note that Gigi's is cash-only.
Located in Downtown Detroit, The Whisky Parlor calls out to every whisky aficionado and scotch lover out there to sample some of their finest collections of the amber spirit. What's more, this historical parlor thinks ahead and offers divine shared plates to complement your whiskey palate. All this, while you listen to classic vinyl records that take you back to another era, or while listening to local Jazz bands that are as smooth as the scotch in your glass.
La Casa De La Habana is a classy cigar lounge in Downtown Detroit known for its cigars and handcrafted martinis. La Habana imports its own tobacco and hand-rolls cigars that kept on display on their walk-in humidor. Their wood-paneled cigars, smoking lounge and leather-encased bar can be accessed by everyone, but existing members receive additional perks such as huge discounts on cigars and a private humidor to name a few. If you're in for something different from the typical nightclub scene, do visit La Casa De La Habana.
For a great meal that comes with great entertainment, book your table at the Treehouse Bar and Grill. A local favorite, the restaurant features superbly grilled courses washed down by chilled local ale. And to go with the food, a line up of live gigs of local artists and bands on regular days, the in-house DJ brings down the house with a selection of hottest new tracks. For more information and shows coming up, do call ahead.
Run by local legend Amir Daiza, Elektricity is the premier electronic music club in the area. Its modern-looking decor and funky music scores with the locals. The local stop for many top international DJs, tickets for the shows are available at the door and online. Many events are 18 and over only.