Best Summertime Bars In Detroit

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Summer is here and that means its time to take advantage of as much outdoor time as possible before the cold creeps back in. The Detroit area offers a ton of summer entertainment and is home to a number of area bars that feature outdoor patios, frosty and fruity cocktails and spectacular views. These patios are a great way to enjoy a cool summer drink in the warm city sun while taking in amazing of the downtown skyline.

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This newer Detroit bistro features traditional American cuisine with a touch of Italian flare at reasonable prices. The restaurants rooftop patio is popular with customers and occasionally features entertainment, including poetry nights. The ambiance inside is just as nice with a fabulous window view and gorgeous art gallery. 1917 American Bistro is also known for its friendly staf, quick service and awesome juice bar. For those who prefer non-alcoholicsummertime drinks, the juice bar provides delicious fruit blends for the perfect accompaniment to any Detroit sunset.

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Small and simple, this popular chalet-style brewery is known for its handcrafted, unfiltered, unpasteurized brews, all of which can be found on tap. Located in the heart of Detroits cultural center, beer isnt the only thing that keeps Motor City residents coming back. The brick-oven pizzas are a hit with visitors who can also munch on typical bar food as well as seasonal dishes. Another draw is the establishments rooftop patio with a fantastic view of the Midtown area. Every Wednesday, Motor City Brewing Works has a revolving art show featuring a different local artist each week, and the brewery also hosts weekly bike rides for some good, old-fashioned summertime fun. Make sure to check out the Summer Brew, a wheat beer that goes perfectly with a slice of orange, a great June to August drink.

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Bookies Bar & Grille is one of the areas best sports bars, and a great place to head before and after the big game. The restaurants party atmosphere and three levels of entertainment make it a popular hangout. Downstairs is a mob-themed bar and often features a live radio show, the hottest DJs and rocking live bands. The upstairs level is where the restaurant can be found, and features typical bar food like hamburgers, a variety of sandwiches and mouthwatering appetizers. But what makes this a truly great bar in the summertime, is Bookies rooftop patio; it has a great view of downtown, making it the perfect people-watching spot. Take advantage of the daily happy hour and game day specials to save a few bucks. Shuttle service is even available to the Detroit Tigers, Red Wings and Lions games during each of the seasons.

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