DetroitSince 1958

V · Parties

The best private party venue in Detroit

Any excuse works here.

Sixtieth birthdays, twenty-year reunions, retirement parties and the ones with no occasion at all. Our kitchen, our bar, your river.

Wedding reception set with cherry blossom centerpieces and purple uplighting

Private party venues in Detroit

The room does the heavy lifting. Water on three sides, a floor built for dancing, and a kitchen that has been feeding Detroit parties since 1958.

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In their words

Once again The Roostertail created a magical evening for us. Every detail was thought out. We will definitely be having more events there for sure!
Suzanne ParrishEcho Global Logistics, 2025
I've never worked with a staff that was so in sync. At EVERY turn, the staff was THERE! Old-school hospitality is still alive at The Roostertail!
Jenna BeaganEvent Manager, 2024
From managing the invitations, guest list, music, decorations, food, beverages, and ambiance, every detail was over the top.
Danielle DeLuca-PytellClass reunion, 2018

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Good to know

How much does a private party cost?

Special-event packages run $69, $75, $91 and $99 a person. Each covers a 4-hour event, 3.5 hours of beverage service and cake cutting. Packages 1 and 3 are stationed hot appetizers, 2 and 4 are a plated or buffet dinner, and Packages 3 and 4 include an open bar. Sales tax of 6 percent, a 24 percent gratuity and the room rental are added to the per-person price.

What kinds of parties do you host?

Birthdays, anniversaries, showers, engagement parties, reunions, retirement parties, fundraisers and galas. Anything from 55 guests to 800.

Which room is right for a smaller party?

The Club holds up to 55, with its own bar and its own deck over the water. See The Club.

Do you do the catering, or do we bring a caterer?

We do it. The Roostertail has its own executive chef and its own bar program, and everything served here comes out of our kitchen. One team runs the food, the bar and the room.

Where is The Roostertail, and is there parking?

100 Marquette Drive, Detroit, on the east riverfront beside the marina, just west of the bridge to Belle Isle and a short drive from downtown along Jefferson Avenue. Parking is free, in our own private lot on site.

How late can an event run?

The latest end time is 11 PM. Going to midnight is possible for an added charge.

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