Last updated September 18, 2026 · ranked from 4,391 Google reviews · How we rank
This guide to the best bars in Ferndale, MI starts with ten names: Danny's Irish Pub, Orchid Theatre, Mai Tiki, One-Eyed Betty's, The Oakland, Two Star, Boogie Fever, New Way Bar, The Bosco, and Urbanrest Downtown. Use the list as a starting point for researching a night out, rather than as a ranked verdict on where everyone should go.
Choosing a bar means deciding what matters to your plans. Before settling on a stop, check its current hours, drink offerings, food availability, and any entry requirements. If you are considering several places, confirm their addresses and work out transportation before setting off. Those details are not included in the information supplied for this guide.
The names here give you a focused shortlist for exploring bars in Ferndale, MI without assuming that every venue offers the same experience. No claims about prices, entertainment, service, or atmosphere are made here. The useful next step is to compare current, verified details against what you want from your outing.
4.6(441)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 441 reviews (Google rating)
Cocktail bar · $$ · Downtown Ferndale
Open now · closes 1:00 AM
Cocktails made with Valentine’s vodkas, gins, and whiskeys give Belle’s Lounge by Valentine Distilling Co. its focus at 161 Vester Ave in Ferndale, MI. Its No. 1 ranking rests on that cocktail selection, attentive service praised by reviewers, and a 4.6 Google rating across 441 reviews. Warm lighting and velvet booths shape the interior, while a patio offers outdoor seating in nicer weather. Returning guests praise the consistency of the drinks and atmosphere, and Friday and Saturday hours extend to 1 a.m.
Valentine spirits cocktails
Velvet lounge booths
Outdoor patio seating
“Such an awesome place! The staff is wonderful and the vibe of the entire place is awesome”
4.5(525)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 525 reviews (Google rating)
Cocktail bar · $$ · Downtown Ferndale
Open now · closes 12:00 AM
Ornate chandeliers and inventive cocktails give The Oakland a distinct setting at 201 W Nine Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI. It earns the No. 2 spot with its cocktail focus, cozy, romantic atmosphere, and a 4.5 Google rating from 525 reviews. Reviewers praise the specialty drinks and service; one describes a fruity cocktail topped with a smoking cinnamon stick. Reservations, table service, and outdoor seating add practical options, while beer, wine, and happy-hour drinks round out the offerings.
Inventive cocktails
Chandelier setting
Reservations accepted
“Langston was the best ever! We’ll ask for you every time. The drinks were great and the vibes were on point.”
4.9(30)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 30 reviews (Google rating)
Bar · $ · Downtown Ferndale
Closed · opens 6:00 PM
Metal and industrial music give Cvrses a distinct identity among bars in Ferndale, MI. Its No. 3 ranking rests on notable cocktails, fast service and a casual, cozy setting, backed by a 4.9 Google rating from 30 reviews. Reviewers describe creative, reasonably priced cocktails and a dimly lit, moody room with a heavy soundtrack. Beer, wine and liquor round out the selection. The Woodward Avenue bar opens at 6 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, staying open until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
Creative cocktails
Metal and industrial
Fast service
“Great drinks, great music, the best bartenders. Anyone that plays Hell, Electric Wizard, Sleep gets an automatic 5 Stars.”
4.4(397)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 397 reviews (Google rating)
Gay bar · $ · Downtown Ferndale
Open now · closes 2:00 AM
Weekly karaoke, quiz and drag-bingo nights give Soho a varied calendar alongside its pool table and dancing. This low-key gay bar at 205 W Nine Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI earns the No. 4 spot with that mix of activities, beer, wine and cocktails, and a 4.4 Google rating from 397 reviews. Happy-hour drinks, outdoor seating and a policy allowing outside food add practical appeal. One reviewer praises the friendly weekday bartenders while noting that weekends can get crowded.
Weekly karaoke nights
Pool table
Outside food welcome
“Last night. The older female bartender, I believe the only one there carded me(I am 40) which she always makes a point to do even though I have been there multiple times recently and she has served me. I asked why she keeps carding me an…”
4.4(248)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 248 reviews (Google rating)
Bar · $ · Woodward Corridor
Open now · closes 2:00 AM
Wood paneling, beer on tap and a place to watch sports give Tony's Sports Bar its old-timey character on Woodward Avenue in Ferndale, MI. It earns rank 5 with a casual, cozy setting, bar games, outdoor seating and happy-hour food and drinks. Reviewers praise the patty melt, homemade soups and burgers, along with friendly service and affordability. A 4.4 Google rating from 248 reviews supports the pick, while a 2 a.m. closing time every night adds a practical draw.
Bar games
Outdoor seating
Happy-hour food and drinks
“Tony is here tonight. His burgers are 🔥. Come here if you're not a square 🤪 Monday night dealzzzz”
4.4(756)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 756 reviews (Google rating)
Bar · $ · Woodward Corridor
Open now · closes 2:00 AM
Live bands, comedy acts, open-mike nights and karaoke give New Way Bar several reasons to stop in beyond a drink. This laid-back, old-fashioned spot at 23130 Woodward Ave in Ferndale, MI earns rank 6 for its range of entertainment, low price level and daily 11 a.m.–2 a.m. hours. Beer, cocktails, liquor and wine share the offerings with bar food and happy-hour drinks. Outdoor seating, arcade games and free lot and street parking add practical appeal, alongside a 4.4 Google rating from 756 reviews.
Live entertainment
Daily late hours
Free parking
“Came for a fun night out on what happened to be a comedy night and the comedian onstage in a red and black cut off flannel shirt and cross chain thought it was ok to say slurs during his set? Disgusting experience I can’t believe he was …”
4.2(582)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 582 reviews (Google rating)
Bar · $ · Downtown Ferndale
Open now · closes 2:00 AM
Rotating taps, karaoke nights, and sports on TV give Sneakers Pub several ways to spend an evening in Ferndale, MI. Its No. 7 spot rests on that mix of activities, a casual, cozy setting, and a 4.2-star Google rating from 582 reviews. Bar games and outdoor seating add options beyond watching a game, while happy-hour food and drinks complement the casual bar bites. The Woodward Avenue pub stays open until 2 a.m. every day.
Rotating beer taps
Karaoke nights
Open until 2
“Waited over 30 minutes not a hello, one moment, be right with you or anything. The bartender was chatting with others and served others who walked in after us. I would not come back here again!”
4.1(476)· Google4.1 out of 5 from 476 reviews (Google rating)
Lounge bar · $$ · Downtown Ferndale
Closed · opens 10:00 PM
Late-night hours, dancing and a colorful rear patio put The Bosco at No. 8 among bars in Ferndale, MI. This women-owned bar and nightclub lounge pairs a modern interior with outdoor seating, serving beer, cocktails, wine and liquor alongside happy-hour drinks. Reservations and table service make it an option for group outings, while Friday and Saturday hours run from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Its 4.1 Google rating across 476 reviews adds support for its place on the list.
Colorful rear patio
Late-night dancing
Happy-hour drinks
“We brought in a group of 18+ people this Friday past. The venue had been scoped out ahead of time, and everything seemed OK. When we arrived shortly after 10pm, they were playing the nastiest rap "music" we have ever heard, every 3rd wor…”
4.0(389)· Google4.0 out of 5 from 389 reviews (Google rating)
Bar · $ · Downtown Ferndale
Open now · closes 2:00 AM
Pinball, darts and a nightly 2 a.m. closing time give Danny's Irish Pub its No. 9 appeal. This longtime bar on Woodward Avenue in Ferndale, MI pairs an old-school, cozy setting with beer, cocktails and happy-hour drinks. Sports viewing and outdoor seating offer alternatives to the bar games, while its low price level adds a practical draw. A visiting reviewer praised the drink prices and conversation with the bartender; its broader Google rating stands at 4 out of 5 from 389 reviews.
Pinball and darts
Happy-hour drinks
Open until 2
“The drunk manager, gale, kicked me out while I was stone sober. She was drunk and, I guess, tried to do her job. It was just a sad equation of bad drunks being sad drunks. Dont make this bar a spot on ur route!”
3.9(547)· Google3.9 out of 5 from 547 reviews (Google rating)
Live music bar · $ · Downtown Ferndale
Closed · opens 8:00 PM
Weekly salsa lessons, DJs and a large outdoor patio give Orchid Theatre its reasons for taking rank 10 among bars in Ferndale, MI. At 141 W Nine Mile Rd, the bar and nightclub serves beer, wine, liquor and cocktails, with happy-hour drinks also listed. Karaoke, live music, trivia and bar games broaden the entertainment beyond dancing. Friday and Saturday hours run from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m., and the venue accepts reservations and accommodates groups.
Weekly salsa lessons
Large outdoor patio
DJs and dancing
“Prices went up 3 different times, from $20 to $30. Then $30 to $40 then to $50. It was ridiculous the ppl at my party paid different prices.”
3.9(547)3.9 out of 5 from 547 reviews (Google rating)
$
Downtown Ferndale
Closed
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How we ranked this list
Each bar is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Ferndale category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Which places are included in this bars guide for Ferndale, MI?
The list includes Danny's Irish Pub, Orchid Theatre, Mai Tiki, One-Eyed Betty's, The Oakland, Two Star, Boogie Fever, New Way Bar, The Bosco, and Urbanrest Downtown.
Which bar in Ferndale, MI is ranked best?
The supplied information does not establish a ranking. These ten places form a shortlist, not a verified order of quality.
Which bars in Ferndale, MI serve food?
Food availability is not provided for any of the listed places. Check a venue's current menu or contact it directly before planning to eat there.
What are the opening hours for these bars in Ferndale, MI?
Opening hours are not included in the supplied information. Confirm the hours for your intended date with each venue before visiting.
Which bars in Ferndale, MI have music or dancing?
The supplied list does not include entertainment schedules or dancing information. A venue's name alone is not enough to establish what it offers; check directly for your planned visit.
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