Detroit Axe - Ferndale

4.7(861)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 861 reviews (Google rating)Date Night Restaurant$$ Downtown Ferndale
Closed today

Quick facts

Detroit Axe - Ferndale is a date night restaurant at 344 W Nine Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI, open Sun–Sat from 12:00 PM. Call +1248-291-5650 for details.

Address
344 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220
Phone
+1248-291-5650
Hours today
Closed today
Price
$$
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance

About Detroit Axe - Ferndale

Detroit Axe - Ferndale is an axe-throwing bar at 344 W Nine Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI. Open since 2017, it is Michigan’s first dedicated axe-throwing venue. The space has 12 lanes, with trained Axe Masters guiding sessions, along with Darts Detroit, an interactive darts experience. A full-service bar, food from The Corner downstairs, more than 500 board games, and arcade games provide other options under the same roof.

Visitors can walk in for a session or reserve a private arena. The venue accommodates corporate events, team building, bachelor and bachelorette parties, birthdays, and date nights, and offers both axe and darts leagues. It welcomes LGBTQ guests and lists itself as a transgender safe space. The entrance, parking, and restroom are wheelchair accessible, and Wi-Fi is available. Paid garage, lot, and street parking are listed. Detroit Axe has a Google rating of 4.7 from 859 reviews.

Known for

  • 12 axe-throwing lanes with trained Axe Masters
  • Darts Detroit interactive darts
  • More than 500 board games
  • Full-service bar and food from The Corner
  • Private arenas and axe and darts leagues

Good for

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Came here to play darts which is around $30 for an hour of play. A bit high. Then the board on the right doesn’t register correctly so I would throw 19s and would give me a 7 it missed a one too it was crappy. They moved us then during “…”

    — Jessica Mansilla, July 12, 2026 · google

  • “Great time fun and friendly axe master handled a large group with a focus on fun and safety. Fantastic experience.”

    — Nick Krywy, June 18, 2026 · google

  • “I did not feel welcomed here. Leave this business alone to rot.”

    — Micah, June 15, 2026 · google

  • “I had a blast!!! I went there specifically to throw an axe. ✔️ I was a walk-in because it's only $25 per person for an hour. You can make reservation which guarantees a time slot. It costs $40 per person for 90 minutes when you make the …”

    — Felicia Forletta, March 28, 2026 · google

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Detroit Axe - Ferndale — frequently asked

Is Detroit Axe - Ferndale open on Mondays?
No — Detroit Axe - Ferndale is closed on Mondays.
Where is Detroit Axe - Ferndale?
Detroit Axe - Ferndale is at 344 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220.
How expensive is Detroit Axe - Ferndale?
Google lists Detroit Axe - Ferndale in the $$ price range for date night restaurants in Ferndale, MI.
What is the phone number for Detroit Axe - Ferndale?
You can reach Detroit Axe - Ferndale on +1248-291-5650.

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