Last updated October 5, 2026 · ranked from 8,015 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 8 bars in and around Taylor, MI, led by One Star Bar - Taylor, MI, Road Rangers and Bierkeller Tavern & Eatery. Together they have 8,015 Google reviews; One Star Bar - Taylor, MI has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.9. Every place on the list is in Taylor, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
A 4.9 Google rating from 110 reviews, fast service and several ways to spend an evening earn One Star Bar - Taylor, MI the No. 1 spot. At 20130 Goddard Rd in Taylor, MI, this casual, cozy bar serves beer, cocktails, liquor and wine, with food available at the bar or through table service. Karaoke nights, bar games and sports viewing add to the appeal. Daily hours run from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., and free lot and street parking make visits practical.
Live music, dancing, and bar games give Road Rangers its No. 2 spot, backed by a 4.6 Google rating from 296 reviews. This bar and self-described social club on Goddard Road in Taylor, MI offers a casual setting for groups, with beer, cocktails, liquor, and wine available. Weekend performances are central to its appeal, though summer music drops to two nights a month. Friday and Saturday hours run from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.; bring cash and use the free lot or street parking.
A German-inspired menu and a range of beers on tap give Bierkeller Tavern & Eatery its character at 20085 Goddard Rd in Taylor, MI. It earns rank 3 with happy-hour food and drinks, live music, sports viewing and a 2 a.m. closing time every day. Two review excerpts praise the Scotch Eggs, while guests also note the atmosphere and service. Its 4.5-star Google rating across 1,717 reviews adds support, and dog-friendly outdoor seating offers another way to settle in.
Beers on tap
Live music
Open until 2
“Great bar, nice atmosphere, excellent service, Delicious food, the Scotch Eggs are a must try!”
The Rustic Burger anchors the food offerings at Rustic Manor, which earns rank 4 for its combination of a casual, cozy setting, sports viewing, and late-night food. This Northline Road bar in Taylor, MI serves beer, cocktails, liquor, and wine, with fast service listed among its features. A 4.5-star Google rating from 219 reviews supports its inclusion. Tuesday through Saturday hours run from 11:30 a.m. to midnight, and food is available for dine-in or carryout.
Games and entertainment give Kudos Taproom & Fieldhouse its reason for taking No. 5 among bars in Taylor, MI. Craft beer, cocktails, wine and liquor accompany arcade and bar games, with karaoke, trivia and live music adding more ways to spend an evening. Happy-hour food and drinks, outdoor seating and a casual setting make it useful for group outings. Its 4.3-star Google rating from 485 reviews supports the selection, and Friday and Saturday hours run until midnight.
Arcade and bar games
Karaoke and trivia
Happy-hour food and drinks
“pretzel bites were great and so was the axe throwing activity! most of the staff were around the place were wonderful except unfortunately for some of the servers who just seemed like they hated their life. whole were eating they never c…”
Monday karaoke and Tuesday trivia give Taylor AC Lounge a weekly rhythm, while pool, darts, and live music offer more reasons to visit. This women-owned bar on Ecorse Road in Taylor, MI earns rank 6 with that range of entertainment, a burger history dating to 1964, and a 4.3 Google rating from 319 reviews. Reviewers praise the burgers and seasoned fries, though one criticizes drink prices. The casual, cozy setting includes outdoor seating, and Friday and Saturday hours run until 2 AM.
Monday karaoke
Tuesday trivia
Pool and darts
“Delicious lunch special. Smash burger with a domestic bucket of beer”
Wood-smoked meats and an on-site bar give Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que at 23811 Eureka Rd in Taylor, MI its case for rank 7. Beer, wine, cocktails and liquor are available, along with happy-hour food and drinks. The casual, American West-themed space has a fireplace and is suitable for watching sports, while outdoor seating adds another option. A 4.2-star Google rating from 4,025 reviews supports its placement, and Friday and Saturday hours extend to 10 p.m.
Happy-hour food and drinks
Wood-smoked meats
On-site bar
“Excellent value for money at this restaurant with its superb decor. Quick service from Laurine. I highly recommend it.”
Wines, draft beers and signature cocktails give Salute Taverna a drinks selection backed by a full dinner menu. This women-owned spot on Goddard Road in Taylor, MI earns rank 8 for combining a casual, cozy setting with happy-hour food and drinks, live music and sports viewing. Lasagna, steaks, chops and shareables provide options beyond a quick snack. It stays open until 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and holds a 4.1 Google rating from 844 reviews.
Happy-hour food and drinks
Live music
Signature cocktails
“We had a wonderful dinner at Salute Taverna! The service was excellent, and we even had the pleasure of having the owner serve us, which made the experience feel especially welcoming and personal. I had the lobster ravioli and it was abs…”
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
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 Taylor 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.
Bierkeller Tavern & Eatery closes at 2 a.m. every day. Taylor AC Lounge at 25955 Ecorse Rd closes at 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. JP McGuire's closes at midnight daily, while BJ's closes at midnight Monday through Saturday and 11 p.m. Sunday.
Where can I find karaoke and trivia in Taylor, MI?
Taylor AC Lounge schedules karaoke on Mondays from 7–11 p.m. and trivia on Tuesdays from 8–10 p.m. JP McGuire's and Kudos Taproom & Fieldhouse also offer karaoke and trivia, along with bar games.
Which bars in Taylor, MI offer happy-hour food and drinks?
Pete's Place, Bubba's 33, BJ's, Bierkeller, JP McGuire's, Salute Taverna, Famous Dave's and Kudos all offer happy-hour food and drinks. Hook & Reel and PizzaPapalis offer happy-hour drinks.
Where can I watch sports with a beer in Taylor, MI?
Bubba's 33 at 22175 Eureka Rd has many large-screen TVs showing sports and music videos. Pete's Place combines sports viewing with 40 craft beers on tap. Bierkeller, JP McGuire's, BJ's and Kudos also list sports viewing among their features.
Which bars in Taylor, MI accept reservations for groups?
Bierkeller, Kudos, BJ's, Hook & Reel, Salute Taverna, Famous Dave's, PizzaPapalis and Taylor AC Lounge accept reservations and accommodate groups. Pete's Place, Bubba's 33 and JP McGuire's do not accept reservations. Salute Taverna also has a private dining room.
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