Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileFord's Garage Dearborn
Dearborn, MI
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
Research completed 2026-09-06 · Based on current public sources
Editor: Micah Rousey
Review methodology and evidence standardsThe editorial take
An automotive-themed burger and beer joint that pours a surprisingly wide happy hour. Cocktails run $8 with named spirits, drafts hit $5, and six wines by the glass cost $8. The beer list spans macros to craft, with a flight option. Non-drinkers get the No Octane mocktail line and virgin classics. This is a value-driven pit stop, not a cocktail sanctuary.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Old Fashioned at $8, choosing WhistlePig PiggyBack 6 Year Bourbon or Rye. For a lighter turn, the Lemon Drop Martini with Deep Eddy Lemon Vodka delivers. Pair with a $5 Kona Big Wave draft if you want a beer alongside.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Happy hour hunters will appreciate the $8 cocktails and $5 drafts. Beer enthusiasts can explore a list ranging from Bud Light to Cigar City Jai Alai, with a flight option for sampling. Groups with mixed preferences find common ground in the broad cocktail and nonalcoholic menus.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour is the clear draw, when cocktails, wine, and premium wells drop to $8 or $6 and drafts to $5.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Happy hour pricing is aggressive: cocktails and wines are $8, drafts are $5, and premium well drinks are $6. A 16 oz can of PBR runs $4.99. Expect to spend well under $30 for a round of several drinks.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The vintage garage theme frames a beverage program that leans into automotive-named drinks like the Blue Oval Margarita, Lincoln Punch, and Motor-jito. The happy hour spans cocktails, wine, beer, and wells at uniform low prices, backed by an extensive draft list and a dedicated mocktail line called No Octane.
Beverage categories
We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.
Cocktails
Happy hour lists eight-dollar cocktails with named spirits: House Margarita with El Jimador, Lemon Drop Martini with Deep Eddy, Blue Oval Margarita with Bacardi, Lincoln Punch with Mount Gay, and Old Fashioned with WhistlePig. The nutrition guide reveals a far deeper menu of automotive-themed drinks.
Menu strengths
- — Uniform $8 happy hour pricing across a range of cocktails.
- — Cocktails specify base spirits, from El Jimador tequila to WhistlePig bourbon.
- — Extensive menu includes mules, margaritas, and a Bourbon Espresso Martini.
Standout selections
- — Old Fashioned with WhistlePig PiggyBack 6 Year Bourbon or Rye
- — House Margarita with El Jimador Blanco Tequila; Lincoln Punch with Mount Gay Rum
Pricing: $8 during happy hour
Wine
Six wines by the glass are available during happy hour for $8 each, including Stemmari Pinot Grigio, Imagery Pinot Noir, J. Lohr Sauvignon Blanc, Imagery Chardonnay, Pessimist Red Blend, and Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon. All are 6oz pours.
Menu strengths
- — Six varied wines by the glass at a consistent $8 happy hour price.
- — Includes recognizable labels like J. Lohr and Freakshow.
Standout selections
- — Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon; Pessimist Red Blend; J. Lohr Sauvignon Blanc
Pricing: $8 for 6oz pour during happy hour
Beer
Draft beers are $5 during happy hour, including Blue Moon, Michelob Ultra, Bud Light, Miller Lite, Coors Light, Modelo, and Kona Big Wave. The nutrition guide lists a broader selection from Angry Orchard to Cigar City Jai Alai, with a beer flight option.
Menu strengths
- — Seven $5 happy hour drafts cover mainstream and craft styles.
- — Nutrition guide shows a deep list including craft options like Lagunitas IPA and Voodoo Juicy.
Standout selections
- — Kona Big Wave draft; Cigar City Jai Alai
Pricing: $5 drafts during happy hour; $4.99 for a 16oz PBR can
Nonalcoholic
The No Octane line offers mocktails like Guava, Margarita, and Michelada, plus virgin versions of Bloody Mary, Daiquiri, and Pina Colada. Happy hour beer combos include a nonalcoholic beverage option, making it easy to skip alcohol.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated No Octane mocktail line with creative flavors.
- — Virgin classics like Bloody Mary and Pina Colada broaden appeal.
Standout selections
- — No Octane - Guava — Non-alcoholic beverage; No Octane - Margarita — Non-alcoholic beverage
Pricing: Not specified
Spirits
Premium well spirits are $6 during happy hour, with the full list available at the bar. Cocktail recipes name spirits like El Jimador Blanco Tequila, Deep Eddy Lemon Vodka, Mount Gay Rum, and WhistlePig PiggyBack 6 Year Bourbon or Rye.
Menu strengths
- — $6 premium well drinks during happy hour.; Cocktail program uses recognizable premium spirits.
Standout selections
- — Happy hour menu offers $6 premium well options, with full list available at the bar.
Pricing: $6 premium well drinks during happy hour
How it sits with the food
The venue is branded as a burger and beer joint, and happy hour combos pair a 16 oz draft or nonalcoholic drink with select food items. The $8 Old Fashioned with WhistlePig bourbon or rye stands up to a burger's char, while a Kona Big Wave draft cuts through richness.
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Research is based on recent public evidence, including official venue materials and beverage menus when available. The review date is the research completion date and does not imply an in-person visit.
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