*updated 1/5/24
If you’re looking for something to do this week, head for a restaurant with outdoor dining. Yes, it’s winter in Michigan, and that phrase is mind-boggling to say the least. But there are so many benefits to getting out of the house and heading for one of these great establishments:
- You’re supporting a local business.
- It’s great for your mental health.
- Fresh air is always a good idea.
- You don’t have to cook!
So bundle up, grab a blanket, and enjoy a meal with your family or a best gal pal at some of our favorite local places this winter.
Where to Find Igloo Dining In + Around Detroit
Ale Mary’s | Royal Oak
Outdoor igloos. Accommodates 6 guests. No reservation required.
Blake’s Tasting Room | Armada
Heated outdoor igloos. Reservation and deposit required. Accommodates up to 10 guests.
Bobcat Bonnie’s | Various Locations
Igloos for up to 6 guests. Reservations required, but they have no deposit.
Buck Shots Bar and Grill | Clarkston
$25 rental fee for heated igloos that seat up to 6 people.
Deadwood Bar + Grill | Northville
Outdoor heated igloos. There is a $10 non-refundable booking fee and a $250 minimum food and drink requirement. Accommodates up to 10 guests.
Decked Out Detroit | Detroit
Multiple downtown restaurants are offering cozy and safe outdoor dining areas! Click the link above to see participating eateries and plan your al fresco experience!
Detroit Shipping Company | Detroit
Heated outdoor seating with space heaters.
Downtown Northville Social District | Northville
Many restaurants have heated outdoor seating. The downtown areas between Main and Center Streets are closed and will have new pods and stands with overhead heating.
Four Star Grille | Marysville
Call the restaurant at (810) 364-6950 to reserve your igloo!
Honcho | Clarkston
Heated outdoor tents. Reservations required. Accommodates up to 6 guests.
HomeGrown Brewing Company | Oxford
Heated outdoor igloos that hold 8. A $50 deposit is required for reservation, which will be deducted from the final bill.
Lumen | Detroit
Private chalets. Reservations required. Accommodates up to 10 guests.
On the Bay | New Baltimore
Heated gazebos, fully enclosed. Parties of 6 or more. Reservations required.
TAQ | Ann Arbor
Outdoor dining “cubes” available, each complete with custom sound, lighting, and a digital fireplace!
The Tavern at Tina’s Country House | Macomb
Outdoor igloos. Accommodates 6-10 guests. Reservation recommended.
The White Horse Inn | Metamora
Themed outdoor igloos that hold up to 10 guests. Reservations are required.
While you’re doing some outdoor dining, perhaps you’d like to do some shopping at one of our favorite local businesses, too!
*This post was originally written by Katie Purcell and was updated in 2024 by Laura Herr.
