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Cliff Bell's

Cliff Bell's

Jazz and Blues Venue, American Restaurant, and Cocktail Bar
Downtown Detroit, Detroit
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    Ashley O.
    "$2 domestic drafts $3 craft pints 50 cent PBR drafts"(2 Tips)
    Christian H.
    "50 cent PBR drafts increasing 25 cents every 1/2 hour."(2 Tips)
    Emeka A.
    "Awesome drink, great food and an incredible happy hour!"(8 Tips)
    Ahea S.
    "Great live jazz"(2 Tips)
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  • Elena N.
    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!
    Upvoted 2 weeks ago
  • Kylie F.heart icon on user image
    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. 💜💜💜
  • Eater
    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]
  • Douglas F.
    Douglas FlowersMay 22, 2015
    Happy hour menu is great. Kobe sliders and sweet potato fries. Great wine list by the glass. Very good service.
  • Vickie E.
    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.
  • Todd W.heart icon on user image
    Todd WeisrockMay 23, 2015
    More than a fantastic venue, food, atmosphere, this is a must have experience if visiting Detroit.
  • James W.heart icon on user image
    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.
  • Barbara S.heart icon on user image
    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.
  • Ross R.heart icon on user image
    Ross RobertsonSeptember 1, 2017
    The seems like it would be an awesome place. The atmosphere is amazing. Their bar is really appealing too.
  • Dave E.heart icon on user image
    Dave EngelApril 20, 2014
    Excellent food, "classic" drink menu and jazz. Try the Sidecar. It doesn't disappoint.
  • Sofia N.
    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.
  • Zahrah F.
    Zahrah FadelJanuary 4, 2017
    Don't miss the appetizers - burrata and crab cakes were incredible. Great, fun, romantic atmosphere.
  • @TheRogan S.heart icon on user image
    @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.
  • Joss G.heart icon on user image
    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!
  • Amy L.heart icon on user image
    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.
  • Liz P.
    Liz ParkerApril 21, 2014
    The risotto is fantastic! Come during restaurant week too, $30 for a three course dinner.
  • Christian H.
    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.
  • Paulette W.heart icon on user image
    Paulette WatkinsMarch 1, 2013
    Atmosphere is great. Beautiful decor. Great music. Gourmet food not so good or filling!
  • Drew F.
    Drew FreyJune 17, 2013
    Cliff Bell’s is named after John Clifford Bell, a well-known owner of city speakeasies during Prohibition.
  • Renaissance Hotels
    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
  • Michael H.
    Michael HaugAugust 19, 2013
    Best Club in D. Good music, relaxed atmosphere, reasonable prices!
  • Stephanie
    StephanieAugust 20, 2012
    Cover charge is steep but the atmosphere is unbeatable. Fine Jazz in a beautiful venue.
  • Ashley O.
    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.
  • Emeka A.heart icon on user image
    Emeka AguAugust 14, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Awesome drink, great food and an incredible happy hour!
  • ✌🏿️Pril B.
    ✌🏿️Pril BatiniJune 9, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Sunday Brunch is cool. $10 bottomless mimosas or bloody Mary's
  • Soul Train
    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.
  • Nycole K.heart icon on user image
    Nycole KellyApril 1, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Live music, great happy hour. Usually a cover after 7.
  • Tim S.
    Tim SulimanJuly 3, 2013
    Veggie friendly. They have great classic cocktails, but don't miss the great beer list.
  • Suai
    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. :)
  • Erica F.
    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!
  • Sue H.
    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
  • Jade D.heart icon on user image
    Jade DelaineJune 4, 2017
    They always bring in AMAZING jazz artists!
  • Beth B.heart icon on user image
    Beth BondJanuary 13, 2015
    Music is wonderful. Food is fab.
  • Karen F.
    Karen FoxJanuary 7, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Great Jazz & Great Food!!!
  • Sarah C.
    Sarah CoxApril 28, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Do Sunday brunch. Get the shrimp and grits.
  • Mitzi L.heart icon on user image
    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!
  • Matt J.
    Matt JAugust 4, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Menu change! Try the watermelon salad for a peculiar blend of tastes.
  • Dana B.
    Dana BredewegJanuary 13, 2013
    Excellent food, great service. Ambiance is fabulous!
  • Nishant D.
    Nishant DixitMarch 15, 2012
    There is a beautiful restored Steinway on the former dance floor. Check it out between sets
  • Matt J.
    Matt JSeptember 1, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    The Grilled Salmon with haircot vert almondine is GD delicious.
  • Robbie F.
    Robbie F.July 13, 2011
    Get the Sweet Delight drink from the cocktail menu. You won't be sorry!
  • Matt J.
    Matt JOctober 6, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Ask for Carrie as your server. Sweetest woman in Detroit & she'll take care of you.
  • Stacey C.
    Stacey CiscoJune 14, 2010
    The Riviera cocktail is summer in a glass...Zap Toro world jazz at its best on Thursday night.
  • Erica H.
    Erica HaistJanuary 29, 2012
    Music excellent, but again service sucks. Bar was good, just dont expect get a drink anytime soon after sitting down. Jason N is extremely rude- handed us the bill right after placing down our drinks
  • Irem Y.heart icon on user image
    Irem YorukJuly 6, 2018
    Vintage, classy and fun 💖
  • Dexter Q.heart icon on user image
    Dexter QuintoFebruary 24, 2013
    You must try the "Sweet Breads"? You have no idea.
  • Sue N.
    Sue NyeAugust 4, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Come early for "The Moth" on the first Thursday of the month.
  • Bright Lights
    Bright LightsSeptember 26, 2011
    Great happy hour food , got drunk , learned some biz stuff , siminar for creative corridor Read more
  • Jen W.
    Jen WilliamsJune 26, 2013
    Made Playboys best Bars.. If that isn't a reason to go- what is?
  • Monsieur R.heart icon on user image
    Monsieur RobertMarch 10, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Sunday brunch with friends is a must here.
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