We hope your 2024 new year is off to a great start! If you haven’t tried something new yet, why not try out one of the new cocktail bars Detroit & Metro Detroit has to offer? Each year, Detroitisit likes to gather up a fresh list of the best new cocktail bars in Detroit, so the community has even more reason to gather and celebrate.
Whether you prefer a more intimate spot, something fun with lots of energy & live entertainment, a bar that doubles as something like a dog park, a pub, a historically rich atmosphere, a modern speakeasy, good food options, or witchy “craft” cocktails, there are a variety of unique spaces sprouting up from the ground.
Detroitisit rounded up an attractive list of the best new cocktail bars Detroit wants you to know about this year.
LOWER-LEVEL BAR, SAKSEY’S TO OPEN THIS SPRING, PHOTO 70H2 HOSPITALITY
SAKSEY’S
Starting off this list of new cocktail bars Detroit 2024 is an intimate option that has family at the roots. The Gilbert family is bringing forth Saksey’s, a new speakeasy-style cocktail bar to open this spring in Downtown Detroit. Not only will this bar open, but two others backed by the Gilbert family will also exist. 70H2 Hospitality is happy to share this cozy, contemporary Detroit bar space is reportedly named after the Detroit bar owned by billionaire Dan Gilbert’s father in the 1970s. Woodward Avenue is to welcome Saksey’s in the lower level of Gilly’s Clubhouse & Rooftop. This high-end sports bar was created by the Gilbert family in honor of their late son, Nick Gilbert. Expect an adventurous interior design. According to officials, the small space will only have eight tables and 55 seats.
Location: Grand Circus Park, Detroit
REPURPOSED GLASSWARE, PHOTO THE BLACK SALT BAR
THE BLACK SALT
Cocktail bars in Detroit & nearby are getting a little witchy! New cocktail bars are making way for Hamtramck’s “witchcraft cocktail bar”. What better setting for this bar than a space that was once a goth and industrial hangout? The building itself is more than a century old! Be curious about their specialty “spell cocktails”. Bartenders are trained to cast a spell on orders for those indicating with their coaster that they would like one. This European café is worth becoming a part of your ritual. Click HERE to book a table and view the website for more information. Walk-ins welcome.
Location: 2764 Florian St., Hamtramck
KARAOKE NIGHT EVERY WEEK, PHOTO @LENNYSBARDETROIT ON INSTAGRAM
LENNY’S BAR
Are you ready to give Lenny’s Bar a shot? This list of new cocktail bars includes an eastside space at Mack Ave on the border of Grosse Pointe Park and Detroit. A cleverly remodeled dive bar, you’ll be intrigued by the mixture of craft cocktails and sports drinks/beers. The warm staff invites all to relax, laugh, watch some TV, and play some pool! Enjoy $8-$10 cocktails and daily beer & shot specials. You’ll taste plenty of local and widely popular drinks. Not to mention, the bar is named after one of the owner’s dogs. Click HERE to view their website.
Location: 15045 Mack Ave, Detroit, MI
MARGARITAS, PHOTO @MEZCALDETROIT ON INSTAGRAM
MEZCAL MEXICAN BAR & KITCHEN
Next up on this list of new cocktail bars Detroit 2024 is something a little fancier and flavorful! If you’re looking for quality Mexican fine dining in Detroit, then head over for the June opening of the second location of Mezcal Mexican Bar & Kitchen. Expect tons of agave-based spirits and cocktails on the bar menu. Who’s down for some regional specialties like carnitas, agua chile de ribeye, and the grand torres de mariscos? Stay for an original house-made avocado ice cream and other unique flavors. They also have wonderful brunch options. Click HERE to visit their website where you can also order online as well as look for catering.
Location: West Forest Avenue, Detroit
GOLDEN RETREIVER AND BULLDOG MEETUPS, PHOTO @BARKSIDEDETROIT ON INSTAGRAM
BARKSIDE
This list of new cocktail bars has another spot in town that’s an ode to dogs. Check out the beauty of this new beer garden on the east side that allows loyal customers and their furry companions to enjoy a visit at Barkside which opened last November. Everyone is off-the-leash here. This bar and coffee house has indoor and outdoor options for ordering drinks. Grab a craft beer or even a mocktail/non-alcoholic beverage. They also have cans of wine and spritzers to pop open this Spring. Whatever you fancy, you can relax and socialize with your furry pals in a park environment. Click HERE to view the website for more information.
Location: 7960 Kercheval, Detroit
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