Downriver Bar and Grill in Ecorse, MI is the kind of place that brings people together for great food, cold drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere that keeps guests coming back.
Conveniently located at 3904 W Jefferson Ave, this casual, cozy, and trendy spot offers everything you want in a local bar and grill: hearty comfort food, a full bar, and a welcoming setting that works just as well for a quick lunch as it does for a lively dinner out.
Whether you are stopping in for a solo meal, meeting friends for happy-hour drinks, or settling in for a full evening of food, music, and conversation, Downriver Bar and Grill creates a dependable experience built around good service and a laid-back community feel.
The menu and atmosphere are designed to make every visit feel worthwhile. Guests can enjoy dine-in service, convenient takeaway, or delivery, making it easy to enjoy favorites at the restaurant or from the comfort of home.
With offerings that include beer, cocktails, alcohol, food at the bar, and satisfying comfort food, the business caters to diners looking for both quality and variety.
Highlights like fast service, a great beer selection, great cocktails, bar games, live music, live performances, sports, and local specialties add energy and personality to the experience, turning an ordinary meal into a memorable outing.
From lunch and dinner to a night out with dancing and entertainment, Downriver Bar and Grill delivers the kind of all-around appeal that makes a bar and grill such a valuable part of the neighborhood.
Accessibility and convenience are also a priority, with wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet options that help ensure more guests can visit comfortably. Additional amenities such as on-site restrooms, Wi‑Fi, and free Wi‑Fi add to the ease of the experience, while table service and seating make it simple to relax and enjoy your time.
Customers have rated the restaurant 4.10 out of 5 based on 234 reviews, reflecting a strong reputation for quality, atmosphere, and consistency. Payments are easy too, with credit cards and debit cards accepted.
For anyone seeking a friendly bar and grill in Ecorse with good food, strong drinks, live entertainment, and a welcoming setting, Downriver Bar and Grill stands out as a trusted local destination.
Our Specialties
Every dish tells a story. Explore our carefully curated menu featuring seasonal favorites and signature creations.
Our chef's signature creations featuring locally-sourced ingredients and innovative culinary techniques.
We partner with local farmers and suppliers to bring you the freshest seasonal ingredients every day.
Every plate is prepared with attention to detail, combining traditional recipes with modern presentation.
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Fried or Grilled To Your Liking With Choice Of Two Sides.
3 New Zealand Lamb Steaks Grilled and Tossed in zip sauce served with one side of your choice
New Zealand Lamb Grilled and Tossed In Zip Sauce.
Grilled And Glazed In Our Signature Downriver Sauce.
Your choice of fish: catfish or perch served two sides
Seasoned and Grilled with Choice Of Two Sides.
Creamy mashed potatoes.
Baked potato topped with crispy bacon bits and melted cheddar cheese.
Served with Swiss cheese, grilled onions and peppers.
Beef patty on a brioche bun served with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles.
Served with Swiss cheese, grilled onions and peppers.
Turkey patty on a brioche bun served with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles.
Grilled chicken served with bacon toppings, Swiss cheese topped with grated parmesan and ranch
Grilled Chicken chunks with onions and peppers in our signature Downriver sauce
Fresh skinless chunks fried and served with our signature Downriver sauce.
Fresh farm raised catfish chunks fried and served with tarter sauce to hot sauce
Turkey Breast chunks fried and served with Hot sauce
Tender served with choice of sauce.
Grilled Shrimp in a 10 inch tortilla with Mixed Cheese, Onions and Peppers
Grilled Steak in a 10 inch tortilla with Mixed Cheese, Onions and Peppers
Grilled Chicken in a 10 inch tortilla with Mixed Cheese, Onions and Peppers
Chicken Tenders tossed in Downriver Sauce
Fried cheese sticks served with marina or ranch.
Marinated and fried in our signature flour.
Marinated and fried.
Marinated, fried and tossed in our signature Downriver sauce.
Marinated, fried in flour topped with lemon pepper seasoning and tossed in buffalo sauce
Marinated, fried and drizzled in Alfredo sauce
Coke, sprite, Diet Coke.
3 salmon tacos topped with lettuce, tomatoes, mixed cheese, grated parmesan and our secret taco sauce
3 chicken tacos topped with lettuce, tomatoes, mixed cheese, grated parmesan and our secret taco sauce
3 grilled shrimp tacos topped with lettuce, tomatoes, mixed cheese, grated parmesan and our secret taco sauce
3 steak tacos topped with lettuce, tomatoes, mixed cheese, grated parmesan and our secret taco sauce
3 turkey breast tacos topped with lettuce, tomatoes, mixed cheese, grated parmesan and our secret taco sauce
3 beef tacos topped with lettuce, tomatoes, mixed cheese, grated parmesan and our secret taco sauce
Creamy sauce & chicken served over fettuccine noodles
Creamy sauce & grilled shrimp served over a baked potato
Creamy sauce & Turkey breast served over rice
Creamy sauce & chicken served over fettuccine noodles
Creamy sauce & grilled shrimp served over white rice
Creamy sauce & grilled shrimp served over fettuccine noodles
Creamy sauce & chicken served over a baked potato
Creamy sauce & grilled shrimp served over a baked potato
Creamy sauce & Turkey breast served over a baked potato
Creamy sauce & broccoli served over white rice
Creamy sauce & Turkey breast served over fettuccine noodles
Creamy sauce & broccoli served over a baked potato
Creamy sauce & chicken served over white rice
Creamy sauce & grilled shrimp served over fettuccine noodles
Creamy sauce & chicken served over white rice
Creamy sauce & broccoli served over fettuccine noodles
Creamy sauce & Turkey breast served over a baked potato
Creamy sauce & broccoli served over a baked potato
Creamy sauce & grilled salmon served over white rice
Creamy sauce & broccoli served over fettuccine noodles
Creamy sauce & grilled shrimp served over white rice
Creamy sauce & chicken served over a baked potato
Creamy sauce & broccoli served over white rice
Creamy sauce & Turkey breast served over fettuccine noodles
Creamy sauce & Turkey breast served over rice
Creamy sauce & grilled salmon served over fettuccine noodles
Contains Vodka
Hear from our valued guests
Every time I go there is a great experience.. great staff and great Cook's.. they were out of burritos I begged them to make me a dozen and they did homemade.. it took an hour but it was worth it.. those ladies are great
Love this place. The food is great, its clean, atmosphere is nice. Owner is awesome. He's always making sure your happy. Love that he has hosted fundraisers too!
As the owner of the place I can tell you first hand how much time my staff spends keeping Johnnie's clean and ready for you to experience. We have a cook on duty most of the time and a staff that can cook most all items on the menu. So come on in and give it a try I am sure you will come back. We are also open for ideals so feel free to express them to my staff. Thank you for taking the time to read some of our reviews and visiting Johnnie's.
The shrimp Alfredo was delicious. But on my bill they charged me gratuity, "service fee", and "other fee". Three different taxes.... I had a hard time getting a waitress help at first but another waitress came and helped me. But it took 15-20 mins to get my drink.
Nice hood biker bar I think it's a biker bar idk either way everyone was cool and the vibe was like being at a family cookout love it the food was good the portions were good the drink was strong and packed with flavor my waiter did an amazing job muilt-tasking and catering to everyone needs I definitely love the place cause I can smoke oh the hospitality in there reminded me of being back in the Mississippi good folks everyone spoke and was respectful will be returning again with more friends
Feels like the bar from Grand theft auto San Andreas in there. The colors and decor are very cool and clean. We went in there on election night and I was obnoxiously drunk. Everybody was friendly to us. Me and my friend smashed some tacos and went home happy. It was pretty late and understaffed for them to be ready like that to make us food. I was VERY impressed by that, and boy, I needed some tacos badly at that time. Honestly, can't wait to go back there.
Food always great love the chill vibes
We came on Friday early to have a business meeting. Meeting went well and we are awesome finger food (salads, sandwiches, chicken were all fabulous) there. The chef even came out to meet us. Then later on there were 2 different jazz musicians there. They were outstanding. I would definitely recommend this place for business and music.
Great vibes. Nice daytime dinner with family or party night grown vibes, great music an cook food as order is so delicious good season 🫶🏾
I was actually really more satisfied than I imagined. The food was amazing we ordered the salmon bites with fries, lamb chops, and ground beef tacos. It was Thursday and chill vibes let us out certain songs on. Green tea shots and lemon drop shots for 3 dollars. Pool tables were def good time as well. The server Erica is literally a sweetie she made sure we were good the whole night. Can’t wait to come back I’m planning on having party here
Common questions about Downriver Bar and Grill
Downriver Bar and Grill is located at 3904 W Jefferson Ave, Ecorse, MI 48229, United States, Ecorse, MI, United States.
You can reach Downriver Bar and Grill by calling +1 313-438-6548.
Downriver Bar and Grill has a rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 234 customer reviews.
Downriver Bar and Grill features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Downriver Bar and Grill features the following service options: Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Downriver Bar and Grill features the following highlights: Bar games, Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Live music, Live performances, Serves local specialty, Sport.
Downriver Bar and Grill features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Downriver Bar and Grill features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Comfort food, Dancing, Food, Food at bar, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Late-night food, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Wine.
Downriver Bar and Grill features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Seating, Table service.
Downriver Bar and Grill features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Downriver Bar and Grill features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
Downriver Bar and Grill features the following crowd: Groups.
Downriver Bar and Grill features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards.
Downriver Bar and Grill features the following children: High chairs.
Downriver Bar and Grill features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
Business Features
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