UFO Bar
Bar · Corktown
2110 Trumbull, Detroit, MI 48216
Highlights
Indie music bar with creative hot dogs and rooftop lounge
Indie music bar with creative hot dogs and rooftop lounge
"Local favorite indie music bar UFO Factory sold to Spot Lite owner Roula David in 2024, but the music and event programming — and the vibes — remain. Along with a new name, UFO BAR, the space now has a freshened-up menu, thanks to chef Jessica Kindle’s Gladys Nite, which she also operates as a food truck outside of Spot Lite. Visitors can expect Kindle’s take on UFO’s Atomic Dogs, offerings that came during the previous ownership’s tenure, including weenies topped with elotes or kimchi, or loaded with vegan queso and mushroom bacon — all of which comes with the option of halal beef hot dog or vegan Field Roast brand sausage. Customers can spill out onto the rooftop lounge area when weather permits. Gladys Nite accepts takeout and delivery orders." - Courtney Burk
"Beloved indie music/bar UFO Factory changed in ownership in summer 2024, going to Roula David, who operates the east side’s Spot Lite. Don’t worry, the same type of music and event programming — and the vibes — have remained. Along with a new name, UFO BAR, the space now has a freshened-up menu, thanks to chef Jessica Kindle’s Gladys Nite, which she also operates as a food truck outside of Spot Lite. Visitors can expect Kindle’s take on UFO’s Atomic Dogs, offerings that came during the previous ownership’s tenure, including weenies topped with elote or kimchi, or served loaded with vegan queso and mushroom bacon or banh mi-style toppings — all of which can be served with a beef halal dog or vegan using Field Roast brand. Customers can also look forward to a revived rooftop lounge area, when weather permits." - Brenna Houck
"The rooftop patio at UFO Bar, now operated by the folks behind Spot Lite, features a dreamy cloud motif that stretches up to the roof. Customers can enjoy beers and a selection of hot dogs, smash burgers, wings, and tots by Gladys Nite, which also happens to be vegan, gluten-free, and halal-friendly. The rooftop patio, which overlooks the bustling Corktown neighborhood, has string lights and kite sails adding to the ambiance." - Courtney Burk
"Beloved indie music/bar UFO Factory changed in ownership in summer 2024, going to Roula David who operates the east side’s Spot Lite. Don’t worry, the same type of music and event programming — and the vibes — have remained. Along with a new name, UFO BAR, the space now has a freshened up menu, thanks to chef Jessica Kindle’s Gladys Nite, which she also operates as a food truck outside of Spot Lite. Visitors can expect Kindle’s take on UFO’s Atomic Dogs, offerings that came during the previous ownership’s tenure, including weenies topped with elote or kimchi, or served loaded with vegan queso and mushroom bacon or banh mi-style toppings — all of which can be served with a beef halal dog or vegan using Field Roast brand. Customers can also look forward to a revived rooftop lounge area, when weather permits." - Serena Maria Daniels
"Beloved indie music/bar UFO Factory changed in ownership in summer 2024, going to Roula David who operates the east side’s Spot Lite. Don’t worry, the same type of music and event programming — and the vibes — have remained. Along with a new name, UFO BAR, the space now has a freshened up menu, thanks to chef Jessica Kindle’s Gladys Nite, which she also operates as a food truck outside of Spot Lite. Visitors can expect Kindle’s take on UFO’s Atomic Dogs, offerings that came during the previous ownership’s tenure, including weenies topped with elote or kimchi, or served loaded with vegan queso and mushroom bacon or banh mi-style toppings — all of which can be served with a beef halal dog or vegan using Field Roast brand. Customers can also look forward to a revived rooftop lounge area, when weather permits." - Serena Maria Daniels
