Biker bars come in all shapes and sizes, but the one thing they all have in common is an atmosphere that makes motorcycling enthusiasts and traveling bikers feel instantly at home. Michigan has no shortage of saloons, pubs and taverns that appeal to bikers. They can be found from the Detroit metro area in the southeastern part of the state to the far reaches of the Upper Peninsula.
Located in Waterford between Flint and Detroit, this club is popular with bikers and country music aficionados, all of whom are attracted by special events and live entertainment selected for their appeal to both groups. Boomer's features a 2,400-square-foot dance floor, performance stage and mechanical bull.
Boomer's Roadhouse
6650 Highland Road
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 666-6080
boomersroadhouse.com
This saloon is always popular with bikers but really gets jumping during the Upper Peninsula's annual Bike Week, usually held in July. Located in the fishing village of DeTour, the Mainsail boasts all the usual accoutrements of a biker bar, including big-screen TVs, a jukebox and pool table.
Mainsail Saloon
410 N. Ontario Street
DeTour Village, MI 49725
(906) 297-2141
mainsailrestaurant.com/saloon.html
Located in Waterford between Flint and Detroit, Scooters hosts a Bike Night every Wednesday from mid-April through October, but bikers flock to the bar every night of the week. Check out its website for upcoming special events and discount-price nights. The bar's schedule also features a BBQ Blues & Brews night every Sunday after 7 p.m.
Scooters Bar & Grill
6004 Torrey Road
Flint, MI 48507
(810) 655-6884
scootersbarandgrill.com/
This popular biker hangout, located in the Detroit suburb of Wixom, sums up the key elements of its appeal in its logo: "Hot Girlz, Cold Beer, Great Food." It doesn't hurt that Stingers schedules some of the best bands in the Detroit metropolitan area. The menu runs the gamut, from such popular bar foods as wings, nachos and jalapeno poppers to more serious entrees, including steak, beer-battered cod, Italian dishes and prime rib.
Stingers Bar & Grill
49110 Grand River Avenue
Wixom, MI 48393
(248) 449-9667
stingersbarwixom.com/
A jam-packed schedule of live music is a big draw at this biker favorite in Grand Rapids. Other big attractions include a happy hour that runs from 3 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and the bar's active participation in charity events, particularly those that benefit veterans of America's armed services.
Teazers Bar & Grille
819 Ottawa Avenue
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 459-2481
teazersbar.com/
As its name suggests, Uli's is all about rock music, and its customers, who include plenty of area and visiting bikers, like it that way. To see what groups are scheduled to appear here, check out the online schedule and don't forget to look for Web Special coupons that entitle you to discounts on your next meal at Uli's.
Uli's Haus of Rock
4519 S. Martin Luther King Blvd.
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 882-5900
ulishausofrock.com/
