If you can’t attend the NBA playoffs in person, there are many sports bars in Michigan that broadcast Pistons games. These are some of the best Detroit Pistons watch bars in Detroit, where you can root for the Pistons with other Piston fans.
UPDATED FOR THE 2026/27 NBA SEASON
Last Updated: 12 April 2026
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Detroit Pistons Team History
Little Caesars Arena in midtown Detroit, Michigan, is home of the Detroit Pistons and the Detroit Red Wings. Photo Credit: Adam Bishop.
The Detroit Pistons are a professional American basketball team. They play in the Central Division of the Eastern Conference of the  National Basketball Association (NBA).
The Pistons plays home games at the Little Caesars Arena, a multi-purpose sports facility in midtown Detroit. The team shares the arena with the Detroit Red Wings of the National Hockey League (NHL).
The Pistons were established in Fort Wayne, Michigan, in 1941 as the Fort Wayne Zoliner Pistons. The name was changed to Fort Wayne Pistons in 1948.
The team moved to Detroit in 1957 and was renamed the Detroit Pistons.
The Detroit Pistons have won nine division titles, seven conference titles, and three NBA championships.
Best Detroit Pistons Sports Bars in Motor City
Here are 10 of the best sports bars in Detroit to root for the Detroit Pistons – next to Little Caesars Arena, of course.
Not all of these watch bars are exclusively Detroit Pistons sports bars, but they do tend to attract lots of Pistons fans on game day. Always check in advance to make sure the game you want to watch will be shown!
- Nemo’s – 1384 Michigan Avenue, Detroit, Michigan. Telephone: (313) 965-3180. FACEBOOK
- Harry’s Detroit – 2482 Clifford Street, Detroit, Michigan. Telephone: (313) 964-1575. FACEBOOK
- Tin Roof – 47 East Adams Avenue Street, Detroit, Michigan. Telephone:Â (313) 262-6114. FACEBOOK
- Thomas Magee’s – 1408 East Fisher Freeway, Detroit, Michigan. Telephone: (313) 263-4342. FACEBOOK
- Detroiter Bar – 655 Beaubien Street, Detroit, Michigan. Telephone: (313) 963-3355. FACEBOOK
- Detroit Beer Company – 1529 Broadway, Detroit, Michigan. Telephone: (313) 962-1529. FACEBOOK
- Anchor Bar – 450 West Fort Street, Detroit, Michigan.  Telephone: (313) 964-9127. FACEBOOK
- Level Two Bar & Rooftop – 535 Monroe Avenue, Detroit, Michigan. Telephone: (313) 420.1990. FACEBOOK
- The Greek – 535 Monroe Avenue, Detroit, Michigan. Telephone: (313) 209-6667. FACEBOOK
Best Detroit Pistons Sports Bars in the Suburbs
You don’t need to go all the way into Detroit to find a sports bar to watch Pistons games. Here are a few of the best ones outside Motor City. But always check in advance if they are going to show the game you want to see.
Birmingham, Michigan
Are there any sports bars in Birmingham, Michigan, that show Detroit Pistons games?
Yes, the following spot in Birmingham often attracts Pistons fans on game day.
Sidecar Slider Bar – 117 Willits Street, Birmingham, Michigan. Telephone: (248) 792-2380. FACEBOOK
Royal Oak, Michigan
Are there any sports bars in Royal Oak, Michigan, that show Detroit Pistons games?
Yes, Pistons fans often walk basketball games at the following sport in Royal Oak.
The Rock on Third — 112 East 3rd St, Royal Oak, Michigan. Telephone: (248) 542‑9590. FACEBOOK
Troy, Michigan
Are there any sports bars in Troy, Michigan, that show Detroit Pistons games?
Yes, the following spot in Troy is popular with Detroit Pistons fans
CJ Mahoney’s — 3260 Rochester Road, Troy, Michigan. Telephone: (248) 585‑1212. FACEBOOK
Warren, Michigan
Are there any sports bars in Warren, Michigan, that show Detroit Pistons games?
Yes, the following spot in Warren often attracts Pistons fans on game day.
Motor City Sports – 21231 Mound Road, Warren, Michigan. Telephone: (586) 755-4750. FACEBOOK
Closed Sports Bars
Sadly, some of Detroit’s most iconic sports bars have closed in recent years. While they are long longer a part of Detroit’s game day experience, they remain a memorable part of its sports culture. Please drop a comment below if any have reopened – or if you know of any others that should be added to this list.
24 Grille – 204 Michigan Avenue, Detroit; Cheli’s Chili Bar – 47 East Adams Avenue, Detroit, Michigan; Red Smoke – 573 Monroe Street, Detroit; Coaches Corner – 220 Bagley Avenue, Detroit
Best Detroit Pistons Bars in Other CitiesÂ
The Detroit Pistons don’t have much of a national following. But there are a couple of spots in Chicago and Washington, DC, which are popular with Detroit transplants.
Chicago, Illinois
Are there any sports bars in Chicago, Illinois, that show Detroit Pistons games?
Yes, the following spot in Chicago often attracts Pistons fans on game day.
Tin Lizzie Lincoln Park – 2483 North Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois. Telephone: (773) 549-1132. FACEBOOK
Washington, DC
Are there any sports bars in Washington, DC, to watch the Detroit Pistons?
Yes, the following spot attracts Detroit sports fans and serves Detroit style pizza and other Midwest favorites.
Ivy and Coney – 1537 – 7th Street NW, Washington, DC. Telephone: (202) 6709-IVY. FACEBOOK
A Word to the Wise
While many of these venues are official Detroit Pistons hangouts, that does not mean they will broadcast every Pistons game.
In addition, fans sometimes migrate to other bars. Sometimes bars close. And sometimes they are booked for special events.
Therefore, you should always call ahead to make sure that the game you want to watch will be broadcast.
Your Input on Detroit Pistons Sports Bars Wanted
If you have patronized and of the above mentioned Detroit Pistons sports bars, please leave comments (pro or con) in the COMMENT box below.
You can mention the ambiance for Motown sports fans, the visibility of TV screens, the quality of the sound, the food, the service – whatever!
For example, do they service Detroit style pizza?
Also, please let me know if any of these Detroit Pistons watch bars have closed – or if Detroit fans are no longer watching Pistons games at them.
Your own recommendations on where to watch the Detroit Pistons play will also be greatly appreciated! Especially welcome would be Bulls-friendly sports bars in other cities.
Finally, please send photos of fans at Detroit Pistons sports bars to be added to this post!
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Nah! Thomas MaGees for sure.
Thanks for the head’s up!