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Amadeus is a unique restaurant designed after the old-world cafes of Vienna. A variety of traditional dishes from Central Europe are offered, as well as desserts and a unique list of wines and beers. Enjoy candlelit dinners and live classical music on the weekends. Family owned and operated for almost 20 years.

A favorite watering hole for Detroit's newspeople, Red Wings fans and all types of metro Detroiters. They come for the atmosphere and stick around for the burgers and typical pub grub.

The Front is a mainstay in downtown Berkley, doubling as an American biergarten as well as a martini lounge. Patrons can choose to enjoy the Old World charm and laid-back style of the downstairs or to chill out in the '50s-style lounge upstairs, where live music plays every weekend.

Irish pubs, which have long been a feature of the American drinking scene, have become a worldwide phenomenon, flourishing in such unlikely venues as Moscow and Tokyo. And so it makes sense that the Blarney Stone's everyday menu is all-American pub grub. The Susie-Q-Fish & Chips dinner ($10.95) is based on the original recipe of the celebrated drive-in restaurant. Burton fries his freshly-cut scrod encased in a secret-recipe batter that emerges as a thick, crispy but surprisingly light crust, accompanied by house-made tartar sauce and Susie's vinegar-based cole slaw. Try the order of five flavorful burger sliders ($5.95) - with pickles, onions and a tomato-mustard sauce. There are 10 other burger varieties, including, again for the health-conscious, bison or turkey.

Featuring an amazing 600-beer menu, including 40 draughts from around the world. Newly expanded for family dining. Try our famous steak sandwich and you'll come back again and again.

Classic, moderately priced Detroit bar & grill fare served in a modern upbeat and casual environment. Lunch and dinner are served daily Monday thru Saturday. Also open on Sundays during football season. Large HD plasma TVs and a huge 142" HD projection screen put everyone close to the action of the big game. The entertainment stage hosts the best in local, regional and national entertainers on the weekends!

Fans would probably rank this a three-and-a-half star experience, but there's no reason for hockey agnostics like myself to visit Cheli’s. It’s a barnlike, underheated space with 14 TVs in one room (and one in each restroom) and a familiar menu whose execution ranges from poor to average. For red-and-white-jerseyed boosters, though, it's a place to exult in pure hockey-ness. The place assumes women aren’t die-hard fans; the TV in the women’s bathroom plays non-hockey fare.

Chesley's Bar and Grille has been called the "Cheers of Downriver" 'cause everybody really does know your name. A fun, casual atmosphere makes Chesley's a good place to relax with family and friends. Try the award-winning Ground Round with fresh, never frozen beef. Chesley's has been voted Detroit’s best burger in the Detroit News' "Michigan’s Best" contest for four years running.

We don't have a TV. We never will have a TV. We have more than 1200 cassettes on the wall. No, you can't make a request. Go sit down. No, we don't make strawberry margaritas; go sit down. Thank you for choosing Del Rio. Go sit down.

Home of the Chili Pow Wow hot dog and the Big Chief burger smothered in a secret sauce. Upstairs is a weather-controlled deck.

Old standby Irish pub a block from City Hall downtown. Dark, cavernous interior. American pub fare.

Adorned with beer banners, farm implements and 10 TV monitors tuned to sports stations, the capacious, century-old former brothel is 30-yards long, with perhaps the longest bar in Detroit. Most patrons are satisfied with burgers, chili, sandwiches and drafts from Bud to boutique. But satisfying as these mundane offerings may be, there are also more than a dozen oversized appetizers, many Southwestern oriented, hefty a la carte salads, a singular, exceedingly thick, white-bean soup, and oversized entrees.

Serving up breakfast till noon on weekdays and till 3 on weekends, Honest John's is sure to keep you going, with Bloody Marys and Ghetto Blaster Ale and a full bar at any time of day. As many as 30 to 40 people can sit outside, complete with Waspinators to keep your eating adventure clean and fun. Note: The badass jukebox plays funk and Motown, and can be heard out on the patio.

The Inn Place Bar and Grill is a local hangout that has a clientele as diverse as the neighborhood. The welcoming staff, friendly patrons and casual atmosphere will make you want to come back time and again. Whether you are looking for breakfast and a Bloody Mary or a late night burger and beer, The Inn Place is a great choice.

Joseph Koolisky used to be Joe Kool's in London, Ontario, but now it has relocated to Troy. The interior decor, which cost more than $1.5 million, is dedicated to Detroit's industrial heritage, according to owner and general manager David Steinke. It has a handmade mahogony bar, brick walls, factory-sized pipes and ductwork, as well as 16 TVs and 5 satellites featuring sporting events. The menu features both American and Italian-style foods, such as burgers, pastas, grilled Italian flat bread and homemade soups.

You can find John Cowley & Sons Pub, and Coolhenry Dining in the heart of downtown Farmington. Our family and staff are proud to be your host. Since 1972 the family has been offering guests Irish hospitality, great food and entertainment at the corner of Grand River and Farmington Road.

A dimly lit lounge and main dining room provide a cozy atmosphere for lunch or dinner. Daily specials are served. Kiernan's is known for its steaks and veal.

"Lefty's Lounge is Detroit's premier sports pub. Boasting 15 giant TVs, amazing drinks specials, a superior menu and a relaxed atmosphere, Lefty's is THE place to relax and enjoy the game with your friends. Lefty's is located on the first floor of the historic Belcrest Apartments across the street from Wayne State University."

Delicious homemade food and farm fresh ingredients share the spotlight with the best live musicians in Detroit at M’s Gathering Place.

Located at 32293 Ford Road (between Venoy and Merriman) in Garden City, M’s Gathering Place delivers a unique menu highlighting tasty family recipes, made with the freshest fixings at surprisingly affordable prices. “I felt the community needed a place where we could come and listen to great music, and enjoy a good meal in a nice, clean, family atmosphere,” says owner Mary Hauk, a lifelong Michigander.

Mary has owned and operated Mary’s Farm Market and Farm in nearby Canton since 1993. The selections at M’s Gathering Place feature fresh seasonal produce straight from Mary’s farm or purchased from her network of local Michigan farmers whenever possible. “Whatever we don’t grow on our family farms, we’re able to bring in from other Michigan farms when it’s in season,” Hauk says. “That makes a world of difference when it comes to flavor.”

The “always fresh” aesthetic applies to the restaurant’s meats and seafood as well. The best cuts of beef and pork are prepared daily in house to ensure top quality. Whitefish, salmon and farm-raised catfish are flown in, and filleted right in the spacious kitchen. Homemade breads, sauces, salad dressings and pizza dough are also prepared at the restaurant. Many of the items on the menu like the mouth-watering beef stroganoff, and the juicy London Broil are adapted from family recipes.

Other amenities at M’s include online ordering, 14 large screen televisions for Detroit’s sports lovers, a fine variety of craft and commercial beers, wines and spirits, and free wi-fi. Dine-in and carry out are available.

The Mill Street Grille is located on the corner of Pike St. and Mill St. Mill Street Grille was formerly the staple of the elegant Walden Hotel, built in 1927 - which boasts having Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as a guest! With its rich red-colored walls and cherry wood, the bar pays tribute to the past while looking forward to a renewed life in up-and-coming downtown Pontiac. It serves as a local neighborhood bar and grill and much more. It’s a fun, spirited, clean-cut bar with old music and new tunes. Something is always going on to keep you entertained, whether it is Monday Night Football with 20-cent wings, Karaoke Wednesdays, or live music on the weekends. A great place to see Jazz, Blues, Rock and Techno Soul. Feel comfortable in a suit or jeans and a t-shirt. A highly recommended destination essential to meet the area's most colorful characters. The new full-service menu offers a variety of appetizers, soups and salads, sandwiches, pastas, and ribs.

A Detroit classic - non-stop sports, burgers and brewskis. One block east of the old Tiger Stadium. Nemo's will provide shuttle service to all Red Wings and Tigers scheduled home games. Full lunch every day until 2:30 p.m.

Located inside the Holiday Inn Select of Auburn Hills, the first O’Malley’s in Michigan opened recently. It’s an Irish-themed tavern which serves Irish food as well as American cuisine. The menu features appetizers, great sandwiches and salads. Food and beverage director Mike Grouzard recommends their 22-ounce T-bone steak, stuffed fried mushrooms, Black Angus steak and burgers, and their fresh fish and chips. Also available are smoked mackerel and rack of lamb. With its long hours, O’Malley’s serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and late dinner. A mix of traditional Irish folk and contemporary music plays daily. Weekend entertainment features live performances by local musicians. There are big screen TVs for sports fans, and shuttles to major events; also darts, pool and video games.

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Dead nuts in the middle of Corktown, the Lager House has perfected the marriage of old meets new. Even through its exodus from local lunchtime watering hole to rock 'n' roller's safe haven, the Lager has maintained its homespun charm. Cozy and inviting, it is still one of the best joints to guzzle Guinness on a crowded St. Patrick's parade day and is one of the few independent music venues not in the clutches of the Clear Channel PR machine. This little-bar-that-could proudly plays host to the ever-popular Monday dollar drink night and a never-ending turnstile of burgeoning rock acts. —Eve Doster

Local tavern in the heart of Northville. 10 beers on tap, 30-plus bottled beers. Great burgers and sandwiches. Big screen TV and great music on the jukebox. Outdoor patio seating 36, April through November.

Gigantic burgers with slightly spicy secret sauce. Try the fish and chips. Featuring a British tavern atmosphere.

"A Fun, Fast, Friendly Neighborhood Restaurant & Tavern." It's what every neighborhood needs. That's the concept behind the Rusty Bucket Corner Tavern. And it's what you'll find in every corner of each and every one.

From the menu - a combination of updated familiar favorites designed to delight food lovers of every type and age - to the warmth of the naturalistic decor, underscored by a staff that embodies genuine hospitality.

The Rusty Bucket feels immediately familiar and comfortable to anyone that walks in.

Tapper's Pub specializes in fresh appetizers and entrees including steaks and pastas. With affordable prices and a large menu with several sandwiches and salads, the pub is a great choice for lunch. Every menu item, including soups, sauces and dips, is made from scratch.

Tapper's Pub is one of only 18 restaurants in Michigan to feature 4 types of beer from Dragonmead, a local Warren microbrewery. They carry a large selection of beers as well as a list of fine wines.

The restuarant boasts a dark wood interior, rich Mediterranean atmosphere. It seats approximately 100 and offers a separate banquet room for private parties of 50 to 60 guests.