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Detroit Blues Cafe

Bar and grill Live music venue

Multilevel venue offering live blues bands & dancing, plus a Southern menu & cocktails. People often mention time,


Address

14493 Gratiot Ave, Detroit, MI 48205

Website

www.detroitbluescafe.net

Contact

(313) 466-3400

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (1.5K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 6 PM to 1 AM
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 8 PM to 2 AM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 6 PM to 1 AM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 C. L. 1 year ago on Google
    The food, music, atmosphere, drinks and everything was good. It was nice to be somewhere I could relax and enjoy myself without feeling like I need to watch my back. When my husband and I come back into to town we will mos def be returning.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Daisy M. 1 year ago on Google
    Saturday Night Vibe… the parking lot was pack but easy to find coverage. We paid $10 coverage, security was thorough. Ask the bartender for a sexy tequila drink and he didn’t fell. Downstairs was turnt, service for drink and food down there was okay, had to get our own waitress. Loved our waiter we had picked tho. Patio need a porch roof, we got rained!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Marcelle B. 9 months ago on Google
    No one checked me for weapons when I arrived. The waitress never brought my Dad the food he ordered. The DJ was great and so was the drink. The place was clean and the vibe was 40+.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rhode 10 months ago on Google
    Patio in the front,hoped it would be in the back, or on the side. Good grown folks ballroom and stepping music. Waitresses need to smile more, but they were nice. Always enjoy myself when I go to this establishment. Plenty security in parking lot. Grown folks atmosphere 🙂
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 jefferice s. 4 months ago on Google
    Owner was very rude , I tried speaking with him and he ignored me. It's my Birthday and he was on the mic and basically turned his nose up at me and acted like I wasn't even standing there. Very arrogant and rude
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sharon S. 1 year ago on Google
    We had the best time here! Everyone danced! They even taught me a few moves! Adult clientele and atmosphere.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex L. 7 months ago on Google
    Service was slow, due to her working by herself, but she was super pleasant. Outside security was on point and both djs kept us dancing.

  • 4/5 Alisa O. 6 months ago on Google
    Unfortunately I can later in the evening and their was a fight, security handle it really fast. Should have a dress code and up the age.

  • 5/5 Chassitte C. 6 months ago on Google
    Had a great time. The food was good. Waitress was a bit busy at times but the DJ was poppin!

  • 5/5 Lakeshia F. 5 months ago on Google
    Beautifully designed seating to accommodate guests. Music was great. Lighting is dim and pictures don't come out well. I love this place and will return.

  • 5/5 Thea J. 6 months ago on Google
    It was a birthday party. Nice mature crowd. Delicious food, especially the greens,fried chicken, and catfish. We had a ball. They are so accommodating it is impossible to have anything except a good time.

  • 3/5 Albert C. 1 year ago on Google
    My wife's been going for the last couple of weeks she has been enjoying herself and seeing old friends and I supposed to go to a birthday party with her she says it's great

  • 3/5 Deborah Y. 1 year ago on Google
    Wednesday early evening Doors open at 6:00 my friends and I were expecting to experience open dancing Instead there was Bob Lessons from 6 to 8. In the pass dance lessons were held on the lower level. Not good for those of us who want to get in early for as much dancing as we can do. Especially during the winter months. I live in Clinton Township. The Blues Cafe is convenient for me. Without having to travel to Highland Park, Southfield, & Dearborn 💃🏾

  • 5/5 Gloria M. 1 year ago on Google
    FULL OF LOVE 💕 SOME OF THE BEST FOOD & DRINKS YOU EVER HAD 😋 THE WHOLE STAFF WELCOME YOU WITH LOVE & RESPECT TO THE FULLEST ☺️ YOU FEEL LIKE YOUR IN A WHOLE DIFFERENT ENVIRONMENT WITH THE SECURITY, BECAUSE YOU WANT TO FEEL SAFE & THATS HARD TO GET FROM SOME CLUBS ,BUT NOT BLUES CAFE YOUR IN GOOD HANDS👌THE D.J IS ONE LIKE NO OTHER HE WILL MAKE YOU FEEL LIKE YOUR AT A CONCERT PLAYING ALL PHASES OF MUSIC THAT GOOD FOR THE SOUL 💃I RECOMMEND BLUES CAFE TO ANYONE WHO WANTS TO HAVE A GOOD NIGHT OUT ☺️👌💃 DONT FORGET TO DRESS TO IMPRESS 💃

  • 5/5 Gary L. 1 year ago on Google
    Great family owned business. They don't have cooks they have chefs!! Food and admisfear are amazing

  • 3/5 NYKITA C. 1 year ago on Google
    It took me 25 minutes to get my drink and a hour for my food. I had to order two drinks at a time just to get a buzz and they use entirely too much ice for their clear styrofoam cups they use

  • 5/5 Nikki N. 1 year ago on Google
    The Blues Cafe' is top-notch in my book & I had a wonderful time dancing 💃🏽 with my friends on my birthday as well...

  • 5/5 Maya N. 1 year ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, great drinks, awesome DJ! Really nice place to chill and unwind or celebrate an event.

  • 5/5 Felissa M. 1 year ago on Google
    This is my spot, the staff is friendly n the owners Bobby n Amber is awesome n the food OMG especially there smothered pork chop n black eye peas n rice 👍 up n the music u will get ur dance on all nite so Bobby n Amber keep doing a wonderful job.

  • 5/5 Eddie S. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a place that caters to the 35&up cowd. Food, Music, Drinks. Birthday Party's are FREE here, just reserve a table(s) or booth. Definitely enjoyed being there.

  • 5/5 U B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, had my mom's 68th birthday dinner there and she loved the food and music. Yes we will be back she had Great time on her birthday. Thanks Detroit Blues Cafe!!!

  • 5/5 Tamika D. 1 year ago on Google
    I had my Birthday Party July 7th and I had a wonderful time. The food was amazing staff was awesome the vibes were everything. My guest were all satisfied with the experience and we’re all looking forward to coming back


Call (313) 466-3400 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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