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Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe

4.7
4.7
190 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for live music
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
Located on 'The Hill' in Grosse Pointe Farms, the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe presents live jazz and comfort dinning in an intimate, Ole English pub atmosphere.

The venue offers a great all-day menu Tuesday through Thursday, and great live music and pre-fixe menu combination on Friday and Saturday. Chef Andre Neimanis serves up bistro favorites, world cuisine influences, comfort food with a twist and exciting daily specials. The wine list offers about 60 selections, 20 by the glass.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 18:00–22:30 Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30–16:30 Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (313) 882-5299
  • Website
    http://www.dirtydogjazz.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Andre Neimanis

Experiences

  • Live Jazz performance

    US$20.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for a memorable evening at The Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe for a live jazz performance. Enjoy an intimate evening with full dinner menu options and live music at either our 6PM or 8:30 show. There is a $20 per person cover charge for the live entertainment. You can also choose beverage options from our extensive beer, wine and specialty cocktails list. Specific artist information can be found at www.dirtydogjazz.com.

  • NEW YEARS EVE CELEBRATION

    US$150.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate the New Year in style with an elegant jazz filled gala at the Dirty Dog Jazz Café. Join us as we celebrate the close of 2024 and the beginning of 2025 with an all-inclusive 4-course dinner, champagne toast and party favors along with amazing live music featuring Jeff Canady.

  • NEW YEARS EVE CELEBRATION

    US$175.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate the New Year in style with an elegant jazz filled gala at the Dirty Dog Jazz Café. Join us as we celebrate the close of 2024 and the beginning of 2025 with an all-inclusive 4-course dinner, champagne toast and party favors along with amazing live music featuring Jeff Canady.

Menu

Beginnings

  • FromageUS$15.00

    selection of three, local honey comb, fig jam, crackers

    • Lump Crab CakesUS$18.00

      lemon mustard, pickled vegetables

      • Blackened Shrimp US$16.00

        corn maque choux, cilantro lime sauce

        • Beet & Goat CheeseUS$12.00

          assembly of beets, goat cheese, arugula, vinegar berries, breadcrumbs

          • Oysters

            Served with mignonette and lemon. Available in half Dz, full Dz

            • MKT

          • Duck Fat Fries US$11.00

            spicy ketchup, malt aioli

            Soups

            paired with daily bread bake

            • Smoked TomatoUS$7.00

              with house boursin toast

              • Soup DailyUS$7.00

                • Onion SoupUS$12.00

                  12 hour Vidalia onion floss, Bell's Two Hearted Ale, bone broth, three cheese gratin

                  Greens & Such

                  • Salmon Caponata US$28.00

                    grilled eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, grains, arugula, balsamic smoked tomato vinaigrette, pesto mozzarella

                    • Crispy Chicken US$25.00

                      6 oz crispy fried breast, mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, croutons, bacon, smoked cheddar cheese, corn salsa, avocado citrus dressing

                      • DDJC Hudson Chop SaladUS$14.00

                        classic Hudson dressing, garbanzo beans, bacon, red onion, cucumber, egg, tomato, blue cheese, red peppers

                        Plates

                        • SalmonUS$28.00

                          roasted cauliflower risotto, leek beurre blanc, Saba

                          • SirloinUS$32.00

                            pomme frites, cowboy butter, veal reduction

                            • Filet MignonUS$43.00

                              confit of fingerling potato, veal reduction, mushrooms

                              • Beef Short RibUS$33.00

                                pomme puree, ash roasted carrots, natural sauce, beets

                                • Chicken Power BowlUS$25.00

                                  sweet potato Brussels hash, maple mustard sauce, brown rice

                                  • Hill f Perch US$32.00

                                    Michigan lake perch, pan fry, garlic green beans, crispy potato, lemon caper sauce

                                    • Shrimp Casalinga US$27.00

                                      breaded shrimp, lemon caper sauce, angel hair pasta, garlic caper cream

                                      • Lamb Chops US$30.00

                                        Australian chops, olive pilaf, romesco, balsamic glaze, toasted pine nuts

                                        Handhelds

                                        paired with fresh chips

                                        • Bistro Steak SandwichUS$28.00

                                          10 oz shaved slow roast of prime rib, charred onion horseradish aioli, arugula

                                          • ReubenUS$14.00

                                            Guinness braised, grandmas sauerkraut, Gruyere, Russian dressing, rye

                                            • DDJC BurgerUS$22.00

                                              Angus house grind, garlic creamed spinach, sunny egg, olive oil braise tomatoes, toasted brioche

                                              • Turkey ClubUS$14.00

                                                house roast, lettuce, tomato, Benton's bacon, white toast

                                                • Fried Chicken Sandwich US$15.00

                                                  chicken breast, pickle chips, shredded lettuce, herb dressing, tomato, brioche bun

                                                  Sweets

                                                  • Creme Brulee US$11.00

                                                    berries, caramel sauce,

                                                    • Lava Cake US$12.00

                                                      peppermint stick ice cream, berries

                                                      • Peach Pie "Old Fashion"US$13.00

                                                        Makers Mark bourbon peaches, smoked vanilla custard, bitter chocolate sauce, dark cherries

                                                        • Lemon Chiffon CheesecakeUS$13.00

                                                          berries & caramel sauce

                                                          Last updated: 2 May 2024

                                                          What 190 people are saying

                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

                                                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                          4.7
                                                          4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                          • 4.4Food
                                                          • 4.7Service
                                                          • 4.8Ambience
                                                          • 4.5Value

                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                          Loved For

                                                          • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

                                                            Hot spot

                                                          • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

                                                            Lively

                                                          • Detroit

                                                            Hot spot

                                                          • Detroit

                                                            Lively

                                                          Review summary

                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                          Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe offers a "true experience" with "amazing" entertainment and a "gem" of an atmosphere. Patrons rave about the "excellent" jazz music and "outstanding" service. While food receives mixed reviews, the venue is perfect for celebrations and "never disappoints" in providing a memorable night out.

                                                          190 Reviews

                                                          1. Perice

                                                            VIP

                                                            Los Angeles

                                                            5 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            5 reviews

                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Very good time! Always fun! Music was great! I was Santa Meal was splendid! Salmon baked to perfection

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                                                          2. Arthur

                                                            VIP

                                                            Detroit

                                                            107 reviews

                                                            4.0

                                                            107 reviews

                                                            Dined 6 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                            2. Food 4
                                                            3. Service 4
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            My friends and I purposely had lunch at the Dirty Dog because we wanted a quiet venue where we could converse. In the evening the Dog is a concert venue and conversation is not only impossible but also forbidden. So, choose your time to visit depending on your goals! The food is very good, the service courteous, although the whole process takes some time. Good for a relaxed lunchtime!

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                                                          3. Debra

                                                            Detroit

                                                            1 review

                                                            4.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 5 December 2024

                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                            2. Food 3
                                                            3. Service 3
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            A friend and I visited for the first time on Thursday. We checked out the Tribute to the wonderful Joe Sample. The band was really good. The atmosphere was fun and light. I had the crab cakes and ordered the soup of the day. My friend ordered the Fromage, Chop Salad, and soup. She also had a glass of wine that she enjoyed and I had a cocktail. Both were delicious. My crab cakes were too crisp on the bottom and I sent them back. The server was very apologetic. Later, the server forgot to bring our soups. We didn't remind him and were not charged. All in all, we had a very nice time and look forward to joining them for more great music. Thank you Dirty Dog Cafe.

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                                                          4. Kimura

                                                            Detroit

                                                            10 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            10 reviews

                                                            Dined on 30 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Attended Demetrius “Krayon” Nabors’ show and it was amazing, and the food was incredible to boot. Love the DDJC! The service was magnificent and it was an awesome evening!

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                                                          5. dale

                                                            Detroit

                                                            60 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            60 reviews

                                                            Dined on 30 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 4
                                                            3. Service 4
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            good food and entertainment. no complaints at this time

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                                                          6. Gary

                                                            Detroit

                                                            50 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            50 reviews

                                                            Dined on 23 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            This is a gem! There is no where else that you can experience excellent live jazz, with good food and convivial service, at a reasonable price in a setting with perfect vibe.

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                                                          7. Jeff

                                                            Detroit

                                                            6 reviews

                                                            4.0

                                                            6 reviews

                                                            Dined on 22 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                            2. Food 2
                                                            3. Service 4
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            The music was great, the service was really good, the atmosphere was also fantastic,however, the food was not very good and overpriced. I was wondering why so many others in the cafe only came for drinks and the concert…now, I know why. We will definitely be back, but not for dinner.

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                                                          8. albert

                                                            VIP

                                                            Detroit

                                                            5 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            5 reviews

                                                            Dined on 21 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Great meal and good music! A little too much kitchen noise when sitting in the back.

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                                                          9. John

                                                            Detroit

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                            The Dirty Dog is a wonderful venue for a night of music, food and libations! We were at the early seating for the Detroit iconic jazz group Straight Ahead. These ladies are on par with any small combo groups I've ever heard (male or female)! Our server, Katy, was excellent and provided on-point food and beverage recommendations. If you're looking for a cozy, intimate evening with great entertainment, The Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe is the place!

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                                                          10. Pamela

                                                            Detroit

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            The entertainment was great every seat in the house is great.

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                                                          FAQs

                                                          Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (313) 882-5299.

                                                          Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 190 OpenTable diners.

                                                          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                          Make a booking

                                                          2 people
                                                          19:00
                                                          Booked 8 times today
                                                          Experiences are available.

                                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                                          Google Map for Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe

                                                          97 Kercheval Ave, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

                                                          Additional information

                                                          • Cross Street
                                                            Fisher
                                                          • Area
                                                            Grosse Pointe
                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                            Fri, Sat 18:00–22:30 Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30–16:30 Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00
                                                          • Price
                                                            $31 to $50
                                                          • Cuisines
                                                            American
                                                          • Dining style
                                                            Fine Dining
                                                          • Dress code
                                                            Business Casual
                                                          • Parking details
                                                            Complimentary valet
                                                          • Payment Options
                                                            AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                          • Executive Chef
                                                            Andre Neimanis
                                                          • Additional
                                                            Cafe, Entertainment, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway
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