The 8 Best Bars in Shelby Township, MI

Last updated October 4, 2026 · ranked from 3,280 Google reviews · How we rank

This list ranks 8 bars in and around Shelby Township, MI, led by Wild Bill's Cigar Bar & Lounge, Social Hookah and Don Christo's Cigar Room. Together they have 3,280 Google reviews; Social Hookah has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.9. Every place on the list is in Shelby Township, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.

  1. Wild Bill's Cigar Bar & Lounge in Shelby Township1

    Wild Bill's Cigar Bar & Lounge

    4.8(148)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 148 reviews (Google rating)

    Lounge bar · $

    Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 11:00 PM

    A 4.8-star Google rating from 148 reviews helps put Wild Bill's Cigar Bar & Lounge at No. 1, alongside its broad drink selection and practical amenities. This casual spot on Van Dyke Ave in Shelby Township, MI serves beer, cocktails, liquor, and wine, with happy-hour drinks also available. Beer, cocktails, and fast service are noted highlights. The setting accommodates groups, doors stay open until 11 p.m. daily, and free lot and street parking make planning a visit straightforward.

    • Happy-hour drinks
    • Open until 11
    • Free parking

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  2. Social Hookah in Shelby Township2

    Social Hookah

    4.9(70)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 70 reviews (Google rating)

    Hookah bar

    Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 2:00 AM

    A 4.9 Google rating from 70 reviews and daily hours extending to 2 a.m. give Social Hookah its footing at No. 2. Located at 48766 Van Dyke Ave in Shelby Township, MI, the lounge centers its experience on hookah and flavored tobacco in a contemporary setting. It opens at 2 p.m. every day, leaving room for afternoon visits as well as late nights. Free on-site parking, wheelchair-accessible parking spaces, and an accessible entrance add practical reasons to keep it on the list.

    • Open until 2 a.m.
    • Free on-site parking
    • 4.9 Google rating

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  3. Don Christo's Cigar Room in Shelby Township3

    Don Christo's Cigar Room

    4.6(242)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 242 reviews (Google rating)

    Bar · $

    Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 12:00 AM

    Food at the bar, beer, cocktails, liquor, and wine give Don Christo's Cigar Room a broader role than its name alone suggests. This bar and cigar lounge at 51748 Van Dyke Ave in Shelby Township, MI earns No. 3 with that range, sports viewing, and a 4.6 Google rating from 242 reviews. Outdoor seating and table service offer different ways to settle in, while private dining and humidified cigar lockers add distinctive features. Friday and Saturday hours extend to 1 a.m.

    • Food at bar
    • Outdoor seating
    • Private cigar lockers

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  4. Marky's Kitchen and Bar in Shelby Township4

    Marky's Kitchen and Bar

    4.8(60)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 60 reviews (Google rating)

    Bar · $

    Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 12:00 AM

    Late weekend hours, signature cocktails, and a 4.8 Google rating from 60 reviews earn Marky's Kitchen and Bar the No. 4 spot. This casual bar on 23 Mile Rd in Shelby Township, MI has TVs on every wall and booth seating for watching games or gathering with friends. Beer, liquor, and dine-in food round out the offerings, and guests can order pizza from Papas Pizza next door. Friday and Saturday closing times extend to 2 a.m., with free lot and street parking available.

    • Signature cocktails
    • TVs on every wall
    • Open late weekends

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  5. Mc Clenaghan's Pub in Shelby Township5

    Mc Clenaghan's Pub

    4.5(345)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 345 reviews (Google rating)

    Bar · $

    Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 12:00 AM

    Karaoke nights, sports viewing, and fast service put Mc Clenaghan's Pub at No. 5 among bars in Shelby Township, MI. The casual, cozy pub on Van Dyke Avenue serves beer, cocktails, liquor, and wine, with food available at the bar. Its 4.5-star Google rating across 345 reviews adds support to that mix. Outdoor seating gives guests another place to settle in, while closing at 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday makes it an option for a later night out.

    • Karaoke nights
    • Outdoor seating
    • Late weekend hours

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  6. Hamlin Pub in Shelby Township6

    Hamlin Pub

    4.2(1,027)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 1027 reviews (Google rating)

    Pub · $$

    Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 12:00 AM

    Big-screen sports, trivia nights, and live music give Hamlin Pub several reasons to take the No. 6 spot in Shelby Township, MI. The casual, cozy bar on Van Dyke Ave serves beer, cocktails, wine, and liquor, with food available at the bar and happy-hour food and drinks. It stays open until 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday, and outdoor seating adds another option for gathering. A 4.2 Google rating from 1,027 reviews rounds out its case.

    • Big-screen sports
    • Trivia nights
    • Late weekend hours

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  7. Hamlin Pub in Shelby Township7

    Hamlin Pub

    4.2(984)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 984 reviews (Google rating)

    Sports bar · $$

    Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 12:00 AM

    Draft microbrews, sports TVs and billiards give Hamlin Pub several reasons to stop in, earning it rank 7 among bars in Shelby Township, MI. The local chain pub on Hayes Road pairs varied bar eats with cocktails, wine and happy-hour food and drinks. Live music, karaoke and trivia add options beyond watching a game. It stays open until 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday, and its 4.2 Google rating from 984 reviews provides another basis for its place on the list.

    • Draft microbrews
    • Sports and billiards
    • Live music nights

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  8. Coyote Joe's in Shelby Township8

    Coyote Joe's

    3.8(404)· Google3.8 out of 5 from 404 reviews (Google rating)

    Bar · $$

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    Country music, dancing and a mechanical bull give Coyote Joe's its reason for taking the No. 8 spot among bars in Shelby Township, MI. The sprawling, 21-and-over venue at 49440 Ryan Rd pairs live music and performances with beer, cocktails, liquor and wine. An outdoor patio offers riverfront views, while food service and indoor seating provide options beyond the dance floor. It's open until 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday, with happy-hour drinks available and reservations accepted for planned visits.

    • Mechanical bull
    • Riverfront patio
    • Live country music

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Compare at a glance

Comparison of the best Bars in Shelby Township, MI
#PlaceGoogle ratingPriceGoogle reviewsNeighborhoodPhoneOpen now
1Wild Bill's Cigar Bar & Lounge4.8(148)4.8 out of 5 from 148 reviews (Google rating)$148—+1586-726-6676Open
2Social Hookah4.9(70)4.9 out of 5 from 70 reviews (Google rating)—70—+1586-262-4935Open
3Don Christo's Cigar Room4.6(242)4.6 out of 5 from 242 reviews (Google rating)$242—+1586-580-3546Open
4Marky's Kitchen and Bar4.8(60)4.8 out of 5 from 60 reviews (Google rating)$60—+1586-788-7747Open
5Mc Clenaghan's Pub4.5(345)4.5 out of 5 from 345 reviews (Google rating)$345—+1586-739-2913Open
6Hamlin Pub4.2(1,027)4.2 out of 5 from 1027 reviews (Google rating)$$1,027—+1586-786-9350Open
7Hamlin Pub4.2(984)4.2 out of 5 from 984 reviews (Google rating)$$984—+1586-247-4100Open
8Coyote Joe's3.8(404)3.8 out of 5 from 404 reviews (Google rating)$$404—+1586-254-4666Closed

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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 Shelby Township 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.

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Bars in Shelby Township, MI: common questions

Which bars in Shelby Township, MI stay open until 2 a.m.?
Hilltop bar stays open until 2 a.m. daily. Hamlin Pub and Mc Clenaghan's Pub close at 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday, while Marky's Kitchen and Bar does so Friday and Saturday. Coyote Joe's runs 7 p.m.–2 a.m. Thursday and 8 p.m.–2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Social Hookah also operates 2 p.m.–2 a.m. daily.
Where can I watch sports or join bar entertainment in Shelby Township, MI?
Art & Jake's Sports Bar & Grill, Hamlin Pub, Mc Clenaghan's Pub, Hilltop bar, and Don Christo's Cigar Room all offer sports viewing. Hamlin Pub also has trivia, bar games, and live music. Mc Clenaghan's Pub has karaoke, and Marky's Kitchen and Bar describes TVs on every wall.
Which bars in Shelby Township, MI have outdoor seating?
Art & Jake's Sports Bar & Grill has a patio with a fire pit, and Coyote Joe's has a patio with riverfront views. Don Christo's Cigar Room, Hamlin Pub, and Mc Clenaghan's Pub also offer outdoor seating.
Where can I get happy-hour food and drinks in Shelby Township, MI?
Hamlin Pub and Art & Jake's Sports Bar & Grill both offer happy-hour food and drinks. Wild Bill's Cigar Bar & Lounge, Coyote Joe's, and Hilltop bar also offer happy-hour drinks.
Which bars in Shelby Township, MI accept reservations, and where should I bring cash?
Don Christo's Cigar Room, Coyote Joe's, Hamlin Pub, and Art & Jake's Sports Bar & Grill accept reservations. Hilltop bar is cash-only and does not accept reservations. Wild Bill's Cigar Bar & Lounge and Mc Clenaghan's Pub also do not accept reservations, but both accept credit and debit cards.

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