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The Magic Stick

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Midtown, Detroit

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The Magic Stick

8.2^/10

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Ranked #3 for music venues in Detroit
"Fun fact: the old beer selection is still available downstairs."(3 Tips)
"PBR's are $4.00....such a ripoff"(2 Tips)
"Loved the view from the deck."(2 Tips)
"Pepperoni pizza is great"(2 Tips)

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Digital Tour BusJune 12, 2011
"If you get hungry or bored with the show, there's always pizza, beer and bowling downstairs (if you're under 21, you can't re-enter, though)." -We Are The Union
Brianna TaShawnAugust 27, 2013
get there early if you wanna be by the stage. people are so nice & friendly, plus the deck has good seating & you can still hear the music :)
MetalWitch AmyOctober 11, 2014
Loved the view from the deck. Nice place to see bands. Just be aware of the panhandlers on the street once you leave. They're everywhere
Eric NyquistDecember 3, 2011
You should try playing pool on the remaining pool table. Since, you know, it's a pool hall, and all pool halls have just one table.
Danielle "Cakes" F.May 25, 2014
It's cool-cheap drinks,lively diverse crowd,and on sunny days the deck is EVERYTHING!!
Chris SkovronJune 23, 2012
Hang out on the deck between acts in the summer. Just remember to go back inside from your gorgeous perch.
Ericajo WilsonJune 18, 2011
Put on great ska/punk shows, foods awesome people are great. My favorite venue. I suggest seeing a show here!!
Brianna TaShawnAugust 24, 2013
if you're hungry, the pizzeria has delicious slices for 2.50$ , yum.
Peggah GJune 6, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Water is free at the Garden Bowl and the drinks are usually cheaper, too.
Mitzi LawrenceJuly 6, 2010
Enjoy drinks on the roof in the summer. Ribs are yummy, too, if they're cookin' 'em. Drinks are well poured and food is prolific!
Tracey BookerFebruary 14, 2010
Ready for an awesome rock show? Go to the Magic Stick, walk upstairs. Hit the bar on the left. Watch the awesome people that hang out there. Walk straight up to the stage and enjoy the show! Read more
Joshua LaubAugust 10, 2010
If you're at a show they usually increase the drink price by 50 cents or a dollar at the bar upstairs, so buy it downstairs and bring it up!
JaysinMay 18, 2011
One of the best place to see live music. You can actually get close to the artist.
Jocelyne NinnemanJune 28, 2011
The Alley Deck is PERFECT for summer Sunday afternoons! $3 drink specials, good music, great view. Read more
Ashley RheaDecember 6, 2013
Order shots of Jameson! Even Ben from lucero agrees!
Sarah TalisOctober 18, 2014
Just a wonderful place to throw events!!
Alex DDecember 28, 2012
If you show up and are inside early, they'll kick you out and make you wait in line again.
Jesse AtkinsonOctober 29, 2012
Show up for shows late. They never start on time and have a million openers.
Kevin LJanuary 19, 2013
Dude, remember that time the dude from the White Stripes punched out that one dude from the Von Bondies? Detroit history.
Denise BellAugust 18, 2013
Had a great time watching my brother & Cydara perform.
Ryan CadyJune 28, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Fun fact: the old beer selection is still available downstairs.
ClutchyJuly 26, 2012
PBR's are $4.00....such a ripoff
tony kataiAugust 16, 2011
Been here 10+ times
if you want to get in a show for free & have a nice looking camera, just tell themyou work for real detroit
Lindsey Cartwright (Redding)February 27, 2011
Paying my respects for Haste the Day while they're on their death bed. Awesome band, sad that its their farewell your
Tyler VNovember 25, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Pepperoni pizza is great
Alisun ParrishFebruary 24, 2014
Love this place!
SuaiDecember 9, 2010
Nice selection of Mike's Hard Lemonades.
MzChristyle ItsonlyoneAugust 1, 2012
I'm gonna hv to go bk again
Dan MeyeringMarch 13, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Great, drinks are even more expensive than they used to be, and no high life or pbr. WTF
Dante LaSalleJuly 22, 2010
check out Broan Gillespie on the decks wed nights
Mary KronkowskiMarch 31, 2010
Bowl a round after a great concert!Then, grab some cake! :)
Evan JacksonDecember 29, 2010
Have some fun with mustard plug!!
Piper CarterJune 20, 2010
They support Detroit Artists!
Jacqueline POctober 19, 2011
Who ya seein?
Fabio Silva - Tim Beta Lab - Aceito TodosNovember 24, 2014
Muito bom lugar para visitar.
Jeff DallyApril 15, 2010
My favortie place downtown... always fun

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