28 criminally underrated bars in Detroit where you won't see a soul from high school

By Metro Times editorial staff on Mon, Nov 21, 2016 at 8:55 pm

These bars are super low-key, and are criminally underrated. Sometimes they are extremely packed and sometimes there is no one there — and that is what we love about them.

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The Painted Lady
2930 Jacob St, Hamtramck
(313)-874-2991
This Hamtramck dive is the perfect place to sit back and unload after a long day at the office. Plus, it has this vibe where you can acknowledge your fellow bar regular, but not necessarily have to engage in a conversation.

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Stonehouse Bar
19803 Ralston St, Highland Park
(313)-689-6906
Known as Michigan’s oldest operating bar, Stonehouse is a great dive bar to escape the trendy city bars and have a few beers to yourself. Friendly bartenders and cheap drinks don’t make it a bad place, either.

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Sugar House
2130 Michigan Ave, Detroit
(313)-962-0123
Who doesn’t love a classy cocktail? With delicious drinks that will make you want to stay for hours, and friendly bartenders, this bar is one for the list.
Photo via IG user @aarondka

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Temple Bar
2906 Cass Ave, Detroit
(313)-832-2822
Temple Bar is a great low-key place to grab a beer (just make sure you’re not there for their giant dance party Haute to Death) and contemplate life. Just make sure you head there soon! Once that new arena is finished, who knows that will happen to Temple Bar.

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Two James Spirits
2445 Michigan Ave, Detroit
(313)-964-4800
You can spend hours tasting spirits in Two James’ tasting room. Just make sure you have an Uber to take you home.
Photo via IG user @estherphi

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UFO Factory 2110 Trumbull Ave, Detroit
Photo via IG user @smashintransistors

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Whiskey In The Jar
2741 Yemans St, Hamtramck
(313)-873-4154
Another Hamtramck dive bar that always feels like home. Cheap drinks and a warm atmosphere make it the perfect place to toss a few back and unwind.

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