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Cliff Bell's
Jazz and Blues Venue, American Restaurant, and Cocktail Bar
Downtown Detroit, Detroit
"$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, 2014Great 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, 2015Cool 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, 2013Home 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, 2015More than a fantastic venue, food, atmosphere, this is a must have experience if visiting Detroit.
Douglas FlowersMay 22, 2015Happy hour menu is great. Kobe sliders and sweet potato fries. Great wine list by the glass. Very good service.
Barbara SmithOctober 29, 2017Like 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, 2013Beautiful 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.
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, 2014Excellent food, "classic" drink menu and jazz. Try the Sidecar. It doesn't disappoint.
Ross RobertsonSeptember 1, 2017The seems like it would be an awesome place. The atmosphere is amazing. Their bar is really appealing too.
Zahrah FadelJanuary 4, 2017Don't miss the appetizers - burrata and crab cakes were incredible. Great, fun, romantic atmosphere.
Renaissance HotelsMay 30, 2012Have 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
Beautiful place and great jazz. Get the Orchard Salad for your appetizer- enough for two and very tasty.- Christian HannaJune 15, 2011Happy Hour is INCREDIBLE! Tuesday-Friday 4-7pm: 50 cent PBR drafts increasing 25 cents every 1/2 hour. $2 Domestics. $3 Crafts. $5 Cocktails.
Always live music after 8pm! Some of the best musicians have & do grace the stage nightly.
Amy LebowskyJuly 22, 2015I NEVER have a bad time here. It's even more fun to throw on a pretty dress and drink old timey cocktails.
Tim SulimanJuly 3, 2013Veggie friendly. They have great classic cocktails, but don't miss the great beer list.- Joss GardnerNovember 9, 2013Katlynn (sp) is SUCH a great bartender, if you ever sit by the bar and want a drink, she's your girl!
Liz Parker KuhnApril 21, 2014The risotto is fantastic! Come during restaurant week too, $30 for a three course dinner.- Ashley OlsenJune 15, 2011Happy 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, 20101.) 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. :)- Drew FreyJune 17, 2013Cliff Bell’s is named after John Clifford Bell, a well-known owner of city speakeasies during Prohibition.
Paulette WatkinsMarch 1, 2013Atmosphere is great. Beautiful decor. Great music. Gourmet food not so good or filling!
Soul TrainMarch 14, 2011Believe 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.
Best jazz club in the D! Watching my amazing son perform with the metro Detroit jazz workshop! Break a leg Kenny!
Mitzi LawrenceJuly 6, 2010Be 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, 2012Cover charge is steep but the atmosphere is unbeatable. Fine Jazz in a beautiful venue.
Nishant DixitMarch 15, 2012There is a beautiful restored Steinway on the former dance floor. Check it out between sets
Sunday Brunch is cool. $10 bottomless mimosas or bloody Mary's
Ask for Carrie as your server. Sweetest woman in Detroit & she'll take care of you.
Sue HJuly 14, 2013My grandson and some of his friends from school are singing here tonight 7 14 2013 you are so jazzy Kenny , Jack and Emma
Bright LightsSeptember 26, 2011Great happy hour food , got drunk , learned some biz stuff , siminar for creative corridor Read more
Amonyet ( MAIA CROWN) EnterprisesMay 1, 2012MIKE MONFORD TRIO!! Every Tuesday 7-11pm! FREE ADMISSION!!!! See you soon :)- Menu change! Try the watermelon salad for a peculiar blend of tastes.
Stacey CiscoJune 14, 2010The Riviera cocktail is summer in a glass...Zap Toro world jazz at its best on Thursday night.- The Grilled Salmon with haircot vert almondine is GD delicious.
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Cliff Bell's
2030 Park Ave (btwn W Elizabeth St & W Adams St)
Detroit, MI 48226
United States
Detroit, MI 48226
United States
Located in the heart of downtown Detroit’s entertainment district, Cliff Bell’s is a restored 1930’s supper club and jazz house designed with art deco décor and rich wood accents.
Open until 2:00 AM (Show more)
- Tue–Sat
- 4:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–2:00 AM
(313) 961-2543
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
Live Music
Parking
Street, Valet
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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