Starter's Bar and Grill Southfield

About Starter's Bar and Grill Southfield

Known for

• American comfort food, including steak
• Sports viewing on TVs
• Beer, cocktails and happy-hour offerings
• Late-night food
• Outdoor seating and free parking

What reviewers say elsewhere

• “Visiting Detroit for the first time and staying at The Westin Southfield. We were starving and looking for somewhere to grab lunch when I randomly saw a sign that said “Starters.” I honestly thought it was just appetizers, but we decided…”

  — AMAN KHANNA, August 21, 2026 · google

• “I came in during lunch on a Friday with my two daughters, and unfortunately, our experience was really disappointing. Our waitress, who I believe was named Sharon, was extremely rude and had an attitude toward me every time I asked a que…”

  — Emily Perkins, August 20, 2026 · google

• “The worst Starter EVER!!! How can I order catfish bites & they throw in cocktails sauce in the container with the catfish and opens all over the catfish and I didn’t even ask for cocktail sauce… And I’m even speak on rib tips… I’m done f…”

  — Robert Holmes, August 19, 2026 · google

• “Y'all need to come see Mello at starters, drinks are on point, food is to shelf, environment is welcoming, check it out you won't be disappointed”

  — Chad W, August 16, 2026 · google

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