225 Gratiot Ave, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
Hours
- MonClosed
- TueClosed
- Wed5 PM – Midnight
- Thu5 PM – Midnight
- Fri5 PM – 2 AM
- Sat5 PM – 2 AM
- Sun · Today5 PM – Midnight
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Standby occupies an alley level space downtown with an inventive cocktail list and a capable small plates kitchen. The bar balances technical drinks with a lively, accessible atmosphere. Its central location and late evening energy make it useful for both a planned cocktail session and an unstructured stop after dinner.
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