Last updated September 19, 2026 · ranked from 1,563 Google reviews · How we rank
A guide to the best bars in Troy, MI starts with a practical question: which places belong on your shortlist? The names provided for this guide are Shankar Distillers - Home of Varchas Premium Spirits & 900 Grados Tequila, DraftKings Sports & Social Troy, Taj Hookah Lounge, The Gathering Place, and Billy Sims BBQ. These are starting points for research, not a verified ranking or a claim that every business operates primarily as a bar.
Choosing among them requires more than a business name. Before making plans in Troy, MI, confirm each location’s current hours, beverage offerings, food service, and entry policies. If your visit depends on seating, reservations, or a particular event, check those details directly rather than assuming they are available.
This guide keeps the distinction between a listed name and a confirmed feature clear. The supplied information does not establish prices, menus, amenities, or atmosphere. Use the shortlist to organize your search for bars in Troy, MI, then compare current business information against what matters for your visit.
Top picks at a glance
1Vino LabVino Lab in Troy, MI offers Italian wine, tastings, beer and cocktails in a quiet setting.
2Yard HouseYard House in Troy, MI offers an extensive draft beer list, sports viewing and late-night food.
3Stoney River Steakhouse and GrillStoney River Steakhouse and Grill in Troy, MI has an on-site bar serving wine, beer and cocktails.
4.1(1,155)· Google4.1 out of 5 from 1155 reviews (Google rating)
Sports bar · $$ · Big Beaver Corridor
Open now · closes 2:00 AM
More than 30 TVs and a spacious, casual setting put CJ Mahoney's Troy at No. 4 for sports viewing and group outings in Troy, MI. Its extensive American pub menu accompanies beer, cocktails, wine and liquor, with happy-hour food and drinks also available. Trivia nights, arcade games and bar games add options beyond the broadcast schedule. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., it accommodates both daytime gatherings and late nights. One reviewer specifically praised it as a location for a sports-team gathering.
30+ TVs
Trivia nights
Open until 2
“Back visiting from Texas. Same great tap Alaskan Amber, wings potato skins. Kelsey and Chelsea on the case. Missed you guys.”
5.0(2)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews (Google rating)
Bar · East Troy
Open now · closes 10:45 PM
Food and service give Bad Habit (Doordash Only) its strongest case for rank 5 among bars in Troy, MI. Listed as a cocktail bar serving alcohol and food, it pairs a casual atmosphere with fast service. Both Google reviewers awarded five stars, with one specifically praising the shawarma chicken bowl, zaatar and cheese flatbread, and service. Hours extend to 10:45 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9:45 p.m. Sunday, while free lot and street parking add practical convenience.
3.8(406)· Google3.8 out of 5 from 406 reviews (Google rating)
Sports bar · $$ · Somerset District
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
Screen views from anywhere in the 10,400-square-foot room help earn DraftKings Sports & Social Troy its No. 6 spot. This bar in Troy, MI pairs sports viewing with arcade games, trivia nights and live music. The beer selection includes Griffin Claw, Atwater, Short’s and Founders, alongside cocktails and scratch-made game-day food. A dog-friendly patio adds outdoor seating, while Friday and Saturday hours extend to 1 a.m. Reviewers also praise welcoming bartenders, quick service and thoughtfully made mocktails.
Room-wide screen views
Michigan beer selection
Dog-friendly patio
“Great place, atmosphere was very warm and welcoming, will definitely visit again.”
3.8(406)3.8 out of 5 from 406 reviews (Google rating)
$$
Somerset District
Open
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
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 Troy 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 Troy, MI?
The provided list includes Shankar Distillers - Home of Varchas Premium Spirits & 900 Grados Tequila, DraftKings Sports & Social Troy, Taj Hookah Lounge, The Gathering Place, and Billy Sims BBQ.
Which bar in Troy, MI is the best?
The supplied information does not support naming a best bar. It provides business names but no reviews, evaluation criteria, or verified features for comparing them.
Do all five listed businesses in Troy, MI operate primarily as bars?
That is not established by the provided information. Inclusion in this shortlist should not be treated as confirmation of a business’s category or beverage service.
Which listed places in Troy, MI serve food or specific drinks?
No menus or service details were provided. Business names alone do not confirm current food or drink availability; check directly before planning around a particular offering.
What are the hours and reservation policies for these places in Troy, MI?
Hours and reservation policies were not supplied. Confirm both with the business you plan to visit, along with any entry requirements.
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