Eastside Tavern — Restaurant in Mount Clemens

Saw this place years ago on Under the Radar. I put it on my list. Love a great burger a good small bar. I never made it over that way so yesterday was the day. I decided to drive the, almost, three hours to go. Got there, I was geeked. Almost 10 years. Finally!!!! Went in, it was everything I expected! Low ceiling, the works. The bar was full, maybe 10 Lions fans all just talking. All of the tables were empty. Grabbed a table. One bartender. She came over and asked or order and about our lack of Lions apparel, which we had none. We were on a roadtrip and going home to watch it later. We sat with empty drinks for a bit. There was no room to step up and ask for more or order food. She eventually came back, seeming annoyed that we were there. We chose to pay our bill and leave. This was so incredibly disappointing. This was the first episode that I ever saw and what got me adventuring to small towns all over the state for almost the last decade. They warn you to never meet your heros......

Eclectic Mt. Clemens neighborhood tavern located on S.E. corner of Rathbone and Avery Streets. A long established family business, the bar exists in the basement of a large, early 1920's home. Fully stocked bar serving one of the biggest and best burgers one can get for their buck. Wide screen TV's visible from every seat available covering college and Pro sports games. Intimate atmosphere but often loud and frequented by those who live in area encompassed by Clinton River Shed to the West, Cass Avenue to the South, I-94 to the North and Harper Avenue And Crocker Blvd. Exchange to the East. Package beer sales as well. Recommended for singles and parties looking for happy, friendly patrons and staff and sports enthusiast keeping up w favorite teams and play-off progress. Smoking garden behind bar with potty stops on the way up rear steps. If you find this review informative, helpful and thoroghly written please take the time to LIKE by hitting...

First thing you notice upon entering this hidden gem in Mt. Clemens are the low hanging ceilings and the cozy atmosphere. Natalie the bartender was incredibly hospitable and a wonderful cook. I arrived a little past noon for lunch and she instantly made me feel welcome and was quick with asking me what I wanted to eat and drink. If you have the chance to visit this place, the cheeseburger is worth every penny. The patrons were all equally as friendly and had no problem striking up a conversation with a stranger. Quoting a line from the menu, "you're only a stranger here once." Coming from a Georgia boy who has not been home for almost 7 months, it was a refreshing experience to have a little slice of southern hospitality here in Michigan. I would go back to this place in a heartbeat and highly recommend everyone to give it a shot. -Dave...