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Where the Drink Comes First

Craft Cocktails and Local Pubs

Some places are known for the meals they serve. Others are known for the drinks they pour and the atmosphere they create. Craft Cocktails and Local Pubs is where The Culinary Duo highlights bars, cocktail lounges, and neighborhood pubs that know how to create a memorable experience in the glass. From carefully crafted signature cocktails to perfectly poured pints and creative mixology, this section celebrates the places where drinks are treated as a craft. We look for spots where the bartenders know their ingredients, the menu reflects creativity and balance, and the atmosphere makes you want to stay a little longer. Whether you are searching for a standout cocktail, a relaxed pub with character, or a great spot to unwind after dinner, Craft Cocktails and Local Pubs highlights the places where good drinks and good company come together.

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SavannahBlue Detroit
September 2026

SavannahBlue Detroit

★★★★★57/60
Ford's Garage
September 2026

Ford's Garage

★★★★★59/60
Al Dente's
August 2026

Al Dente's

★★★★★58/60
Bob's Steak & Chop House
July 2026

Bob's Steak & Chop House

★★★★★58/60
Café Alcazar
July 2026

Café Alcazar

★★★★☆54/60
Salento Steakhouse
June 2026

Salento Steakhouse

★★★★★59/60
The Raintree Restaurant
June 2026

The Raintree Restaurant

★★★★☆54/60
Salsa's Cocina Durbin Pavilion
June 2026

Salsa's Cocina Durbin Pavilion

★★★★☆54/60
Koi Sushi, Thai and Bar
June 2026

Koi Sushi, Thai and Bar

★★★★★57/60
Cinco de Mayo
June 2026

Cinco de Mayo

★★★★☆54/60
Stone and Barrel Taphouse at Cimarrone Golf Club
June 2026

Stone and Barrel Taphouse at Cimarrone Golf Club

★★★★★60/60
Pepper’s Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar
May 2026

Pepper’s Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar

★★★★☆52/60
The Conch House Marina Resort
May 2026

The Conch House Marina Resort

★★★★★55/60
South Kitchen & Spirits
May 2026

South Kitchen & Spirits

★★★★★58/60
Hangar One Bistro Eatery & Bar
April 2026

Hangar One Bistro Eatery & Bar

★★★★☆51/60
Saint
April 2026

Saint

★★★★☆51/60
Ice Plant Bar
April 2026

Ice Plant Bar

★★★☆☆48/60
Mambo Restaurant at Matachica
April 2026

Mambo Restaurant at Matachica

★★★★★57/60
Green Papaya
March 2026

Green Papaya

★★★★★55/60
Mavi Waterfront Bar & Grill
March 2026

Mavi Waterfront Bar & Grill

★★★★☆52/60
Biscottis
March 2026

Biscottis

★★★★★57/60
Fionn MacCool's Irish Pub and Restaurant
February 2026

Fionn MacCool's Irish Pub and Restaurant

★★★★★60/60
Velchoff’s Corner
February 2026

Velchoff’s Corner

★★★★☆54/60
Palm Valley Outdoors Bar & Grill
January 2026

Palm Valley Outdoors Bar & Grill

★★★★★60/60
Whiskey Café Kitchen & Bar
December 2025

Whiskey Café Kitchen & Bar

★★★★☆50/60
Ruby Tuesday
November 2025

Ruby Tuesday

★★★☆☆48/60
Lavendou Bistro Provincial
November 2025

Lavendou Bistro Provincial

★★★★★55/60
Cooper’s Hawk
November 2025

Cooper’s Hawk

★★★★★55/60
Cantina Louie
November 2025

Cantina Louie

★★★★☆51/60