Cocktail bars in Ann Arbor, MI range from speakeasy-style rooms with classic drinks to contemporary bars and casual pubs. The Last Word, at 301 W Huron St, has the highest Google rating in this guide: 4.7 from 1,065 reviews. Its classic cocktails, broad whiskey selection and cozy, romantic setting distinguish it from The Grotto - Watering Hole at 303 S Ashley St, where cocktails share the bill with craft beer, trivia, bar games and sports.
On S Main St, Nightcap at number 220 focuses on classic and inventive craft cocktails in a contemporary setting, earning 4.6 from 591 reviews. The Ravens Club at number 207 pairs old-fashioned cocktails with farm-to-fork American small plates; its 4.5 rating comes from 1,169 reviews. Black Pearl at number 302 also holds 4.5, with 1,085 reviews, and combines seafood, cocktails and outdoor seating.
For later evenings, Alley Bar at 112 W Liberty St stays open until 2 a.m. every day, while The Ravens Club keeps that closing time Thursday through Saturday. For margaritas alongside traditional Mexican meals, Los Amigos Mexican Restaurant at 625 Hilton Blvd offers outdoor and rooftop seating, plus free lot and street parking. Reservations, closing times and food offerings provide concrete ways to choose among these different settings.
4.5(1,169)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 1169 reviews (Google rating)
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The Ravens Club is a speakeasy-style cocktail bar at 207 S Main St in Ann Arbor, MI, serving farm-to-fork American small plates and old-fashioned cocktails. Food is available at the bar, alongside beer, wine and liquor, with happy-hour offerings covering both drinks and food. The atmosphere combines casual and cozy qualities with an upscale, romantic feel. Live music and live performances are among its features, and it has a Google rating of 4.5 from 1,169 reviews.
The bar accommodates groups and solo diners, accepts reservations and offers table service and outdoor seating. It welcomes LGBTQ guests and is listed as a transgender safe space. Wheelchair-accessible features include the entrance, parking and restroom. Paid garage, lot and street parking are available, while takeout, delivery and no-contact delivery provide alternatives to dining in.
4.7(1,065)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 1065 reviews (Google rating)
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The Last Word is a cocktail bar at 301 W Huron St in Ann Arbor, MI, with classic cocktails, a broad whiskey selection, local craft beers, and wine. Its setting is described as cozy and stylish, with a mix of casual, romantic, and upscale qualities. Food is served, including at the bar, and happy-hour offerings cover both food and drinks. Live music and other live performances are also among its listed features.
The bar is suitable for groups as well as solo dining, welcomes LGBTQ guests, and is listed as a transgender safe space. There is usually a wait, a useful consideration when planning a visit. Dine-in service includes table service, while takeout and delivery are also available. Practical amenities include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wi-Fi, and restrooms, with free street parking and paid lot parking listed. The Last Word has a Google rating of 4.7 from 1,065 reviews.
4.4(633)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 633 reviews (Google rating)
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Babs' Underground is a bar and underground lounge at 213 S Ashley St in Ann Arbor, MI. Described as high-end, it pairs martinis and single-malt spirits with pool tables and HDTVs. The drinks offering also includes beer, wine, cocktails and happy-hour drinks, with beer and cocktails noted among its highlights. Its listed atmosphere is casual, cozy and lively, and table service is available for guests drinking in.
The bar is suitable for groups, welcomes LGBTQ guests and identifies as a transgender safe space. It has a wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom and seating, along with Wi-Fi. Reservations are not accepted, and neither takeout nor delivery is offered. Listed parking options include free and paid street parking and a paid lot. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted. Babs' Underground has a Google rating of 4.4 from 633 reviews.
4.6(591)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 591 reviews (Google rating)
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Nightcap is a cocktail bar at 220 S Main St in Ann Arbor, MI, serving classic and inventive craft cocktails in a contemporary setting. Its atmosphere is described as cozy, hip, and upscale, with notable cocktails and fast service among its listed highlights. The drinks selection also includes beer, wine, and liquor, and happy-hour drinks are available. On Google, Nightcap has a 4.6 rating from 591 reviews.
The bar offers table service, indoor seating, and outdoor seating, and is listed as suitable for groups. Dancing is also among its offerings. Nightcap does not accept reservations or offer delivery. The entrance, restroom, and seating are wheelchair accessible, and a unisex restroom is available. Paid garage, lot, and street parking are listed as options. Credit cards, debit cards, and mobile NFC payments are accepted.
4.4(155)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 155 reviews (Google rating)
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Rabbit Hole is a cocktail bar at 210 S 1st St in Ann Arbor, MI, with a drinks program that uses roots, mushrooms, herbs, and absinthe. Its own description emphasizes strong drinks, loud music, and an embrace of the unusual. Dancing, live music, and live performances are among its listed offerings, alongside a casual, cozy atmosphere. The bar serves beer, wine, and liquor as well as cocktails, with happy-hour drinks and food available at the bar.
The women-owned and Asian-owned business welcomes groups, identifies as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space, and accepts reservations. Wheelchair-accessible entry, seating, and a restroom are listed. Dine-in service and delivery are available, but takeout is not. Payment options include credit cards, debit cards, and mobile NFC payments. Rabbit Hole has a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 155 reviews.
