Spot Lite Detroit

"This spacious bar, gallery, record shop, and event space has quickly become the place for East Siders and non-East Siders alike. Meeting someone for a morning coffee meeting? The indoor Cairo Coffee kiosk has that covered, although the cafe was temporarily closed, as of mid-March 2025, so be sure to follow social media for updates. For after-work cocktails, the full-scale bar offers up draft cocktails like sangria and mojitos, as well as beer and wine. Spot Lite also frequently hosts private parties, gallery exhibitions, prime DJ sets, and other special events (especially during Movement). Grab a bite from resident eatery, Gladys Nite, featuring the culinary talents of chef Jessica Kindle, who brings a menu of flavorful wings, vegan smash burgers, loaded fries, and other comfort foods." - Serena Maria Daniels

"Spot Lite (2905 Beaufait St #4): Dance for Democracy, featuring several locally renowned techno artists, will be held at 8 p.m., Tuesday, November 5." - Serena Maria Daniels

"This eastside destination for the city’s nightlife scene isn’t explicitly a gay bar, but it’s definitely LGBTQ-inclusive, from its management to the event programming on hand. The space features several micro-enterprises at once: a performance space, a small record store, an art gallery, the bar, and Cairo Coffee. Owned by Jesse Cory and Roula David, a former bartender, the venue allows visitors to sip on classic martinis, sangria, mojito, and pesca while listening to EDM. The bar’s signature cocktails also come with tiny pieces of art from the print shop next door that are daintily affixed to glasses so guests can take home a little memento of the evening." - Serena Maria Daniels

"Spot Lite, an establishment owned by Roula David, is known for its events and programming. Chef Jessica Kindle, who runs a food truck outside of Spot Lite, will direct the rebranded vegan Laika Dog menu at UFO BAR, now called Gladys Nite." - Serena Maria Daniels

"A black tie, all-night House Party will take place at east side favorite Spot Lite this NYE. Doors open at 9 p.m. and close at 4 a.m. — perfect timing for the late night club kids out there. Tickets are required and go for $50 (plus a small processing fee)." - Serena Maria Daniels