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Cliff Bell's

Jazz and Blues Venue, American Restaurant, and Cocktail Bar

Downtown Detroit, Detroit

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Cliff Bell's

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Ranked #7 for cocktails in Detroit
This jazz club is famous for their jazz music. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"$2 domestic drafts $3 craft pints 50 cent PBR drafts"(2 Tips)
"50 cent PBR drafts increasing 25 cents every 1/2 hour."(2 Tips)
"Awesome drink, great food and an incredible happy hour!"(8 Tips)
"Great live jazz"(2 Tips)

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Elena NadtochiySeptember 7, 2014
Great place for a live funk, soul, jazz or blues. Very good food and service. Amazing atmosphere I was surprised to experience in Detroit. MUST visit place if around!
Kylie FJanuary 19, 2015
Cool as hell. This place has great atmosphere, great food and great classic cocktails. Great for a drink with friends or a classy date night with dinner and show. 💜💜💜
EaterJuly 10, 2013
Home to some of the finest jazz in the city, Cliff Bell's also features a serious meal menu. Mac & cheese and any of an assortment of meaty appetizers are a must. [Eater 38 Member]
Todd WeisrockMay 23, 2015
More than a fantastic venue, food, atmosphere, this is a must have experience if visiting Detroit.
Douglas FlowersMay 22, 2015
Happy hour menu is great. Kobe sliders and sweet potato fries. Great wine list by the glass. Very good service.
Barbara SmithOctober 29, 2017
Like stepping back in time! Grab a drink at the bar and enjoy the live music. The bartenders were so friendly and fun.
Vickie ElmerJune 8, 2013
Beautiful venue, fine bar and as others noted, a fine happy hour. But not all the seats are great for seeing the stage. So unless you're 7 feet tall, check the line-of-sight before you sit.
James WitmanFebruary 3, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Step back in time when you visit this amazing Art Deco jazz club. Check their website for a calendar of events and enjoy a fantastic drink from their cocktail menu when you arrive.
Dave EngelApril 20, 2014
Excellent food, "classic" drink menu and jazz. Try the Sidecar. It doesn't disappoint.
Ross RobertsonSeptember 1, 2017
The seems like it would be an awesome place. The atmosphere is amazing. Their bar is really appealing too.
Zahrah FadelJanuary 4, 2017
Don't miss the appetizers - burrata and crab cakes were incredible. Great, fun, romantic atmosphere.
Sofia NordenstamOctober 11, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Beautiful place and great jazz. Get the Orchard Salad for your appetizer- enough for two and very tasty.
Christian HannaJune 15, 2011
Happy Hour is INCREDIBLE! Tuesday-Friday 4-7pm: 50 cent PBR drafts increasing 25 cents every 1/2 hour. $2 Domestics. $3 Crafts. $5 Cocktails.
@TheRogan Shaun Rogan CollinsMarch 20, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Always live music after 8pm! Some of the best musicians have & do grace the stage nightly.
Amy LebowskyJuly 22, 2015
I NEVER have a bad time here. It's even more fun to throw on a pretty dress and drink old timey cocktails.
Renaissance HotelsMay 30, 2012
Have a Ramos gin fizz at this mahogany-and-brass Art Deco masterpiece while live jazz wafts through the dining room. For more local tips, follow us on 4sq or check out www.renhotels.com
Joss GardnerNovember 9, 2013
Katlynn (sp) is SUCH a great bartender, if you ever sit by the bar and want a drink, she's your girl!
Tim SulimanJuly 3, 2013
Veggie friendly. They have great classic cocktails, but don't miss the great beer list.
Liz Parker KuhnApril 21, 2014
The risotto is fantastic! Come during restaurant week too, $30 for a three course dinner.
Ashley OlsenJune 15, 2011
Happy hour: Tuesday-Friday 4pm-7pm: $2 domestic drafts $3 craft pints 50 cent PBR drafts starting at 4 increasing 25 cents every half hour until $2.
SuaiDecember 15, 2010
1.) Don't order a rum & coke. 2.) Try a margarita instead. 3.) Fries are great too. 4.) You must see Gerard Gibbs and his organ trio on Tuesday nights. :)
Emeka AguAugust 14, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Awesome drink, great food and an incredible happy hour!
Drew FreyJune 17, 2013
Cliff Bell’s is named after John Clifford Bell, a well-known owner of city speakeasies during Prohibition.
Nycole KellyApril 1, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Live music, great happy hour. Usually a cover after 7.
Paulette WatkinsMarch 1, 2013
Atmosphere is great. Beautiful decor. Great music. Gourmet food not so good or filling!
Soul TrainMarch 14, 2011
Believe in the rebirth of swank! The cocktails are kicking and the live music dares you not to move and groove. Menu faves are gnocchi and calamari.
Michael HaugAugust 19, 2013
Best Club in D. Good music, relaxed atmosphere, reasonable prices!
Erica FoondleJuly 14, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Best jazz club in the D! Watching my amazing son perform with the metro Detroit jazz workshop! Break a leg Kenny!
Mitzi LawrenceJuly 6, 2010
Be aware that you practically have to join the band on stage to find the ladies loo. Go to stage. Head up the tiny staircase on the right. Proceed up zebra carpeted stairs.Your reward: clean bathroom!
StephanieAugust 20, 2012
Cover charge is steep but the atmosphere is unbeatable. Fine Jazz in a beautiful venue.
Karen FoxJanuary 7, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Great Jazz & Great Food!!!
Jade DelaineJune 4, 2017
They always bring in AMAZING jazz artists!
Nishant DixitMarch 15, 2012
There is a beautiful restored Steinway on the former dance floor. Check it out between sets
✌🏿️Pril BatiniJune 9, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Sunday Brunch is cool. $10 bottomless mimosas or bloody Mary's
Beth BondJanuary 13, 2015
Music is wonderful. Food is fab.
Irem YorukJuly 6, 2018
Vintage, classy and fun 💖
Sarah CoxApril 28, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Do Sunday brunch. Get the shrimp and grits.
Dana BredewegJanuary 13, 2013
Excellent food, great service. Ambiance is fabulous!
Matt JOctober 6, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Ask for Carrie as your server. Sweetest woman in Detroit & she'll take care of you.
Dexter QuintoFebruary 24, 2013
You must try the "Sweet Breads"? You have no idea.
Sue HJuly 14, 2013
My grandson and some of his friends from school are singing here tonight 7 14 2013 you are so jazzy Kenny , Jack and Emma
Michael CantrellNovember 3, 2011
$.50 PBRs during happy hour! #PBRmeASAP
Robbie F.July 13, 2011
Get the Sweet Delight drink from the cocktail menu. You won't be sorry!
Bright LightsSeptember 26, 2011
Great happy hour food , got drunk , learned some biz stuff , siminar for creative corridor Read more
Tiphanie FerrellApril 1, 2014
I love the music and the crowd.
Richard McGregorJuly 22, 2019
Great atmosphere.
Amonyet ( MAIA CROWN) EnterprisesMay 1, 2012
MIKE MONFORD TRIO!! Every Tuesday 7-11pm! FREE ADMISSION!!!! See you soon :)
Matt JAugust 4, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Menu change! Try the watermelon salad for a peculiar blend of tastes.
Stacey CiscoJune 14, 2010
The Riviera cocktail is summer in a glass...Zap Toro world jazz at its best on Thursday night.
Matt JSeptember 1, 2011
Been here 25+ times
The Grilled Salmon with haircot vert almondine is GD delicious.

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