Upcoming Events @ Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe
Located on 'The Hill' in Grosse Pointe Farms, the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe serves lunch and dinner Tuesday through Friday with two dinner seatings on Fridays and Saturdays with live music from world renowned Jazz artists on the weekend. From the moment you enter our restaurant until the end of your dining experience, we aim to make you feel welcome and taken care of.
UPCOMING
We pride ourselves on creating an exceptional environment for both musicians and jazz enthusiasts alike. If you are interested in performing at Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe please send a press kit to Willie Jones at williejones@dirtydogjazz.com
Live Music every Wednesday is a piano player and no cover charge, Thursday – Saturday is Live Jazz and a $20 Cover Charge
We pride ourselves on creating an exceptional environment for both musicians and jazz enthusiasts alike. If you are interested in performing at Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe please send a press kit to Willie Jones at williejones@dirtydogjazz.com
Gretchen Carhartt Valade is known as the “angel of jazz” for her long-lasting contributions to Detroit’s art and cultural scene as well as the global jazz community. At age 82, she opened the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe. It was one of her favorite places, where she could be found most nights enjoying the music and cheering on the artists. We take great pride in honoring her legacy with our award winning jazz and dinner club.
Our Delicious Fare
Let your taste buds swing to the rhythm of our succulent scallops, accompanied by a vibrant melody of spices. Savor the improvisational brilliance of our chicken power bowl, featuring a melody of fresh ingredients and a mustard glaze. Pair these delightful dishes with our extensive selection of fine wines and crafted cocktails, and let the music and cuisine transport you to a world of sensory delight. At the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, we invite you to feast on culinary masterpieces that strike the perfect chord with your appetite.
LUNCH
TUE-SAT: 11:30 PM – 4:00 PM
DINNER & LIVE MUSIC
WED & THU: 6 PM – 9 PM
FRI & SAT: 6 PM – 10:30 PM
Main Courses
Beef Short Rib
pomme puree, ash roasted carrots, natural sauce, beets
Chicken Caprese
marinated grilled breast of chicken, smoked mozzarella, old vine tomatoes, grilled vegetable couscous, romesco sauce, pesto, truffle balsamic glaze
Salmon Florentine
pan roasted, roasted garlic creamed spinach, tomato jam
Shrimp Pasta
shrimp sauté, pappardelle pasta, garlic cream, spinach, sundried tomatoes
Hill of Perch
Michigan lake perch, pan fry, garlic green beans,
duck fat waffle fries, lemon caper garlic cream
Short Rib Bolognese
pipe rigate pasta, braised beef short rib, red wine tomato sauce, grilled bread with Boursin cheese
We're open for lunch every Saturday! Try our Michigan F1 waygu smash burger, seasoned white truffle Parmesan fries.
Our outdoor patio's last day for the season will be Saturday the 19th, enjoy the last days of dining outside. ... See MoreSee Less
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Was there last night to see Alexander Zonjic. He and his band were amazing. I had the salmon which was extremely delicious. Our party of 6 all enjoyed our food. Service was excellent. The drinks were not great, though…
The burger here is amazing!!!!!!
Get ready for an incredible experience as Detroit’s Queen of the Blues, Thornetta Davis, takes the stage at Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe for Blues Week! Her powerhouse voice and soulful presence are sure to captivate.
🗓 October 17-19 | Shows at 6 PM & 8:30 PM
This is a can’t-miss event for all blues and jazz lovers. Secure your seats through Open Table or 313-882-5299 before they’re gone! ... See MoreSee Less
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Dirty Dogs Patio 🐾
Meet Wall-E! He and his human enjoyed a warm fall lunch in the sunshine on the patio. Our patio is open during all business hours, as long as the weather cooperates! With Friday's forecast calling for beautiful mid-70s temperatures, it's the perfect chance to soak up these gorgeous fall days al fresco! ... See MoreSee Less
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I had a baby like that once ! He/she is so cuddly looking! Loved mine so much.
Performing Live October 11, 12, & 13
Alexander Zonjic
A native of Windsor, Ontario (immediately across the Detroit River), Zonjic is a 15-time Detroit Music Awards winner with deep and multi-faceted ties to and influence on the city. He has been a multi- media personality since he began hosting the morning radio show at the longtime smooth jazz station WVMV in 1998 – a popular stint that ran through 2010. Since 2016, he has hosted “Alexander Zonjic from A to Z,” a weekly half hour hybrid TV show on WADL TV-38 (airing Sundays at 10 p.m., with an encore at 1:30 a.m. mixing live concert elements with special guest live interviews.
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Enjoying a beautiful fall stroll today? Our dog-friendly patio is still open and ready to welcome you and your furry friends! Join us for an al fresco lunch or dinner, and savor the flavors of the season at Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe. ... See MoreSee Less
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The season is changing and so are our menu items! Chef Andre has crafted a Colorado lamb shank, with creamy polenta, natural sauce, white truffle pesto oil, braised green olives and tomatoes. It's a dish that perfectly captures the essence of fall on a plate! ... See MoreSee Less
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My favorite chefs presentation! WOW!
OhMyGosh I have to try that. Looks scrumptious!!
Stephen Kiluk