Elwood Bar & Grill on Postcard

"Since 1936, the iconic Elwood’s Art Moderne architecture and central location have made it the go-to meeting spot on game day. Warm wood furnishings, solid Bloody Mary and beer options, and a killer view of Comerica Park next door help explain why the Elwood was so beloved it was picked up and moved in 1997 to make way for the baseball park." - Eater Staff

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"Drink in History in the Shadow of Comerica Park Elwood Bar and Grill now lies in the shadow of Comerica Park on Adams but it was built in 1936 by Charles Noble at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Woodward Avenue. Moved in 1997 to make way for the new Tigers stadium (Comerica Park) it was and still is downtown Detroit's most recognizable art deco diner. Now restored following its move, it is the premier place for sports fans, history buffs, couples, singles, and anyone looking for a good time to hang out on game day or any other day of the year. Its proximity to Comerica Park and Ford Field (the latter is where the Lions play), also makes it ideal both for pre- and post-game enjoyment. A recently expanded menu also makes it a great place not just to drink, but also to eat."

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Sara Alam

Google

We loved this place! Great location and great service. We went on a super busy and extremely hot day. There was a baseball game plus the Taylor Swift Concert. The servers were all wearing Taylor Swift merch. The music was Taylor Swift music. I thought this was such a great place to bring my daughter too. The servers were very patient and friendly. I didn't feel rushed and they kept coming by to check in on us for drinks and all. The food was really good also. We ordered a veggie burger and a beef burger. She said the coke was unlimited refills, this was cool! The vibe of this place was so cool. Although it was swarming with people, it was still clean, even the busy bathrooms downstairs were very clean. The outdoor patio was very pretty, busy but well tended too. There was a long line up to get in but that was expected due to everything going on there. This is definitely a great place to enjoy a meal and a drink.

Tony Troiola

Google

What a great spot to enjoy a couple adult beverages before a Lions or Tigers game. Coming in from out of town for the 3rd or 4th year in a row to catch a Lions game and have never had anything but friendliness and great service. Best location in Detroit being literally right in between Comerica and Ford.

Nicholas Shemes

Google

Went in 09/01 after the tigers game with 6 people. We sat against the back windows where one side is a booth and the other side is a chair. We all sat down and pushed the tables together, literally 2 inches from where they already were, and the girl behind the bar yells in front of the rest of the people in the restaurant, “Don’t move the tables they are close enough.” It was a complete joke. All 6 of us got up and left and went to Hockey Town where they pulled 2 chairs to a 4 person table to accommodate.

Jason Wright

Google

Food was okay, service wasn't very good and very loud in the dining area. Understandable for a bar, but eat outside if possible.

DarkSyde Acres

Google

First off.... wow this place has changed and hasnt changed a lot in the past 30 years. We stopped in to kill an hour while waiting to get into the Monsterjam pit party at Ford Field. The place was packed with folks of the same mindset. Service was great, food was great, really glad to see the Elwood stood the test of time and evolved to benefit from the Detroit revival. My favorite part of my visit was seeing the (manager) mistake a customer for a vagrant, asking him to vacate the establishment, the struggle is real and its nice to see some things never change.... for the record, I too would have made the assumption, she was very apologetic to the gent.

Catherine Gasiorowski

Google

Right between the two stadiums! Great chicken BLT! Fast service. Sit anywhere

Chosen one

Google

Never knew this place was here till I did the heart walk ,sits in a great area right in front of the Ford field.

Breanna Drollinger

Google

The best burger I’ve had in years! And the waiter was extremely nice! Will definitely be back again!

Sara Alam

Google

We loved this place! Great location and great service. We went on a super busy and extremely hot day. There was a baseball game plus the Taylor Swift Concert. The servers were all wearing Taylor Swift merch. The music was Taylor Swift music. I thought this was such a great place to bring my daughter too. The servers were very patient and friendly. I didn't feel rushed and they kept coming by to check in on us for drinks and all. The food was really good also. We ordered a veggie burger and a beef burger. She said the coke was unlimited refills, this was cool! The vibe of this place was so cool. Although it was swarming with people, it was still clean, even the busy bathrooms downstairs were very clean. The outdoor patio was very pretty, busy but well tended too. There was a long line up to get in but that was expected due to everything going on there. This is definitely a great place to enjoy a meal and a drink.

Tony Troiola

Google

What a great spot to enjoy a couple adult beverages before a Lions or Tigers game. Coming in from out of town for the 3rd or 4th year in a row to catch a Lions game and have never had anything but friendliness and great service. Best location in Detroit being literally right in between Comerica and Ford.

Nicholas Shemes

Google

Went in 09/01 after the tigers game with 6 people. We sat against the back windows where one side is a booth and the other side is a chair. We all sat down and pushed the tables together, literally 2 inches from where they already were, and the girl behind the bar yells in front of the rest of the people in the restaurant, “Don’t move the tables they are close enough.” It was a complete joke. All 6 of us got up and left and went to Hockey Town where they pulled 2 chairs to a 4 person table to accommodate.

Jason Wright

Google

Food was okay, service wasn't very good and very loud in the dining area. Understandable for a bar, but eat outside if possible.

DarkSyde Acres

Google

First off.... wow this place has changed and hasnt changed a lot in the past 30 years. We stopped in to kill an hour while waiting to get into the Monsterjam pit party at Ford Field. The place was packed with folks of the same mindset. Service was great, food was great, really glad to see the Elwood stood the test of time and evolved to benefit from the Detroit revival. My favorite part of my visit was seeing the (manager) mistake a customer for a vagrant, asking him to vacate the establishment, the struggle is real and its nice to see some things never change.... for the record, I too would have made the assumption, she was very apologetic to the gent.

Catherine Gasiorowski

Google

Right between the two stadiums! Great chicken BLT! Fast service. Sit anywhere

Chosen one

Google

Never knew this place was here till I did the heart walk ,sits in a great area right in front of the Ford field.

Breanna Drollinger

Google

The best burger I’ve had in years! And the waiter was extremely nice! Will definitely be back again!

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