Cheli's Chili Bar & Restaurant
2.8
from - Neighborhood: Foxtown/Theatre District
- 47 E. Adams
- Detroit, MI 48226
- 313- 961-1700
- Price range: $$ ($9-$15)
Although Cheli's is worth stopping at anytime, it's always best to go after a Tigers game. It is then that Cheli's, owned by Red Wing star Chris Chelios, really comes alive. The first floor is usually packed, so much so that sometimes it's better to not even attempt it. Also because it is so packed (and such a wild party) it is on the first floor that drinks are most likely to be spilt. The second floor is like a whole other world. It's much more calm and people are sitting at tables and ordering off the large menu. Huddled around the bar are smokers, drinkers and those just interested in a quick appetizer. This is also where people wait to go up to the rooftop, which is where the ideal party scene is (weather permitting). The rooftop is usually more relaxed then the first floor and has beautiful views of Comerica Park.
--Sara Kandel
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Woodward and Adams
- Parking:
- Available, Metered, Nearby, Paid Lot, and Street Parking Difficult
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- Noon-midnight Sun., 11 a.m.-midnight Mon., 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Tue.-Sat.
- Cuisine:
- American
- Meals Served:
- Dinner and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $$ ($9-$15)
- Reservations:
- Not Required
- Dress Code:
- Casual Chic
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- Yes
- Admission Price:
- Varies by event
- Bar Style:
- Sports
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Bustling and Celeb Spotting
- Live Music:
- Yes
- Games:
- Trivia and Video Games
- Noise Level:
- Moderate
- Romance Factor:
- Strictly Platonic
- Internet Access:
- No
- Features:
- Online Menu and Takeout/Carryout
- Average Drink Price:
- $5
- Specialties:
- Gourmet pizza
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Seating :
- 250
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"will become a Detroit legend"
By Doubledown from West Bloomfield, June 5, 2008
the right concept at the right place at the right time, lotsa fun on game days
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"Sorry, not worth the hype."
By ZippySue from DTown Burbs, May 14, 2008
First, I have to say that people make too big a deal of this place. The food was certainly subpar, the bar itself was kinda cool, but the crowd wa...
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"Great Eats & Event Access"
By KarissaLynn from Farmington Hills, May 10, 2008
If you're looking for a great place to grab a bite before your downtown Detroit event, Cheli's is where it's at. If you're a burger lover like me,...
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