The Skip
Cocktail bar · Downtown
1234 The Belt, Detroit, MI 48226
Highlights
Frozen cocktails, craft beers, and tropical vibes in an alley
Frozen cocktails, craft beers, and tropical vibes in an alley
"One of the fun attractions to a trip downtown is exploring the decked-out alleyways, and the Skip, located in the Belt Alley, is worth a stop for a frozen beverage or other tiki-esque cocktails in an open-air alley bar with island vibes. For a more elegant affair, reserve a table at neighboring Standby." - Serena Maria Daniels
"The Skip remains one of the hottest spots for outdoor drinking in Detroit. The open-air cocktail lounge features garage doors for all-season service and a menu of progressive, inexpensive cocktails such as frozen Irish coffee alongside boilermakers, tequila, and tropical-style mixed drinks." - Serena Maria Daniels
"The Skip in the Belt alleyway gives guests energetic downtown vibes, with a cozy, festival feel no matter the time of year. During the warmer months, the indoor-outdoor spot opens its walls so that guests can spread out with frozen cocktails and catch summer breezes in the outdoor seating area. During the winter, the place closes off the outdoor area but keeps things fun with a variety of tiki-style drinks and usually nostalgia-inducing holiday specials. Want to sit down for a meal? Stop by the Skip’s big sister bar Standby, just a few feet away. The spot recently began a collaboration with celebrity chef Matty Matheson, who designed the menu, and its cocktail offerings are unmatched in the city." - Serena Maria Daniels
"The Skip transforms into the Sippin’ Santa pop-up, featuring holiday cocktails served in collectible mugs and festive decor. Reservations available Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday, walk-ins on weekends." - Courtney Burk
"The Skip is a sister bar to Standby, located in an outdoor space recessed into the Belt alleyway downtown." - Serena Maria Daniels
