Basan

"Known for their its bites and inventive mix of Asian-inspired cocktails, Basan has been churning out delicious NA drinks since its 2022 opening. The bar’s use of Japanese ingredients doesn’t stop at the kitchen, with the drink Holy Shishito making use of peach, shishito peppers, and Togarashi seasoning, suited for those looking to add some spice to their palate. For the sweet-minded, the Sucker Punch contains orange and blackberry flavors with a hint of ginger and thyme." - Serena Maria Daniels, Will Reaume

"Perfect for right before a concert or sporting event at Little Caesar’s Arena, the Japanese izakaya-style happy hour menu offers a variety of bao buns (3 for $15), skewers of octopus, wagyu beef, or veggies grilled on a robata grill (3 for $11). Hi balls and spritzes are $11, boilermakers are $10, and a sake flight is $16 and served with a choice of four 1.5oz servings. Hours: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday through Thursday." - Courtney Burk

"Headed to a Pistons game or concert at Little Caesar’s Arena? Skip the overpriced arena food and opt for a swanky start to the evening by booking a reservation at Basan, the newest project to come from the Four Man Ladder restaurant group. Expect a variety of shareable bites portioned so that guests can order a handful at a time including, bologna bao buns, octopus or Japanese A-1 wagyu and American wagyu steak skewers fired up on the robata grill, chicken liver mousse served in a dainty mason jar, and cocktails infused with hints of Asian and Japanese influences." - Serena Maria Daniels

"Basan Detroit is just the sort of mood-lit restaurant that encourages couples to share with its Japanese izakaya-style menu composed of a variety of bao buns, skewers of octopus, wagyu beef, or veggies grilled on a robata grill, and playful cocktail menu. After dining, head over to Little Caesar’s Arena for a concert or sporting event." - Serena Maria Daniels

"Basan Detroit is just the sort of mood-lit restaurant that encourages couples to share with its Japanese izakaya-style menu composed of a variety of bao buns, skewers of octopus, wagyu beef, or veggies grilled on a robata grill, and playful cocktail menu. After dining, head over to Little Caesar’s Arena for a concert or sporting event." - Serena Maria Daniels