18 new patios to enjoy in metro Detroit this year

Here are some new spots to try this summer for al fresco experiences

By Metro Times editorial staff

Jun 7, 2023 at 12:08 pm

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Lee DeVito

Hazel Park’s old Eastern Palace Club reopened as a Key West-themed bar with a new patio.

The arrival of nice weather in Detroit marks the start of our too-short patio season. While you probably already have your favorites, here are some new spots to try this summer for al fresco experiences. Enjoy them while you can!

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Restaurant patios in metro Detroit you have to check out this summer

Rugby Grille 100 Townsend St., Birmingham; rugbygrille.com The Townsend Hotel’s Rugby Grille has updated its summer menu thanks to a new chef, Paul Jackman, as well as revamped its patio with more seating and improved sightlines for downtown Birmingham. New additions also include the Aperol Spritz Tree, which features Aperol, club soda, and Prosecco and provides six cocktails per group.

Alpino 1426 Bagley St., Detroit; 313-524-0888; alpinodetroit.com This European-inspired spot recently opened in Corktown’s former Lady of the House space. It will launch a live music series on its patio space starting in June.

Belle’s Lounge 161 Vester St., Ferndale; valentinedistilling.com The former Valentine Distilling Co. Cocktail Lounge and Tasting Room has been rebranded as Belle’s Lounge, following the company moving its production facility down the street to a larger warehouse. You’ll still be able to sip Valentine’s vodka, gin, and whiskeys, just in a larger, reimagined patio setting.

Basan 2703 Park Ave., Detroit; 313-481-2703; basandetroit.com Located in the historic Eddystone building near Little Caesars Arena, Basan serves up high-end Japanese-inspired fare. It recently opened a 40-seat patio space decorated with tropical plants.

Eastern Palace Club 21509 John R Rd., Hazel Park; 248-850-8165; epchp.com This former private club reopened to the public under new ownership and a Key West theme. It includes a patio space furnished with repurposed barrels and spools as tables.

Summertown Fresh Bar 2015 Michigan Ave., Detroit; summertownfreshbar.com After Ima Noodles moved into the former Gold Cash Gold, the Japanese-inspired noodle chain transformed its original Corktown spot down the street into Summertown Fresh Bar, which promises “patio vibes for people of all ages.” Its menu includes coffee, smoothies, tea, wellness shots, wraps, salads, and frozen treats.

BrisaBar 800 Woodward Ave., Detroit; brisabar.com This seasonal beach-themed bar returned in May, transforming Detroit’s Campus Martius Park into a tropical getaway (complete with sand) where guests can enjoy lunch, dinner, and island-inspired cocktails. It’ll remain open through September, weather permitting.

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