Standby
Standby serves craft cocktails, classic cocktails, and zero-proof drinks at 225 Gratiot Ave, with Pinnacle Guide 2 Pins for its bar in 2026.
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- Address
- 225 Gratiot Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
- Phone
- (313) 241-5719
- Website
- standbydetroit.com
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Pinnacle Guide 2 Pins in 2026
Pinnacle Guide gave Standby 2 Pins in its Bar category for 2026. That credential gives the Detroit bar a clear drinks-first signal before choosing it for an evening plan.
Craft, classic, and zero-proof cocktails
Craft cocktails, classic cocktails, and zero-proof drinks shape the bar program. The mix works for a party with different drinking preferences without requiring a single shared lane.
225 Gratiot Ave with bar and lounge seating
225 Gratiot Ave anchors the plan in Detroit. Seated bar and lounge seating, lively noise, and upscale casual service make it suited to a cocktail-focused outing with conversation in the mix.
A Lean Comparison
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standby | $$ | Downtown, cocktail_bar | |
| Atwater Brewery & Tap House | $$ | Rivertown, beer_bar | |
| Elwood Bar & Grill | $$ | East Necklace, sports_bar | |
| Detroit Shipping Company | $$ | Midtown, beer_bar | |
| Detroit Beer Co | $$ | East Necklace, beer_bar | |
| Ima Noodles | Cultural Center, Bar | $$ |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Pinnacle Guide 2 Pins
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At a Glance
- Trendy
- Intimate
- Lively
- Modern
- Date Night
- Late Night
- Group Outing
- Speakeasy
- Design Destination
- Seated Bar
- Lounge Seating
- Craft Cocktails
- Classic Cocktails
- Zero Proof
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 5 PM–12 AM
- Thursday
- 5 PM–12 AM
- Friday
- 5 PM–2 AM
- Saturday
- 5 PM–2 AM
- Sunday
- 5 PM–12 AM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Dimly lit, dark and smoky with urban-chic decor, low lights, great soundtrack, and effortlessly stylish atmosphere.