Roostertail

My son's wedding was recently held at the Roostertail, and the entire experience was nothing short of exceptional!
Shawna, the wedding coordinator, was absolutely marvelous. She was such a pleasure to work with and truly understood the dreams and vision the happy couple had for their special day. She went above and beyond to make those dreams come to life, handling every little detail with perfection.
This was my first time at The Roostertail, and I have to say I was beyond impressed. From beginning to end, the entire evening felt like a high-class fairytale come true. Everything was elegant, beautiful, and perfectly executed.
Shawna played such an important role in making this day extraordinary, and we are so grateful for her dedication, professionalism, and genuine care. She made a very special day even more unforgettable.
I cannot say enough wonderful things about The Roostertail and Shawna. It was truly a perfect evening, and the experience our family will cherish forever!

My husband and I searched high and low for the perfect venue for our daughter's engagement party. We wanted a venue that could create the magical experiance we were looking for and to also accomodate 300 people comfortably! We found The Roostertail! The most incredible experiance with the best staff and most importantly the best service and food we could have asked for. We worked with Shawna and she was just perfect! There wasn't one request that she didn't accomodate for and the room was just perfect. We not only found the perfect room for our event but we found a family that wanted to be part of our event just as much as us! The lighting package we got with our event was just a topper to all the things they included with our package. If I ever have an event again I wouldn't even bother searching again because we found the perfect hidden gem in Detroit on the water with the most gorgeous views of Detroit! Can't wait to do this again someday.

The RoosterTail was incredible, and in no small part due to the efforts of Shawna, who was there by our side for the entire process of planning our wedding. From the moment we first saw the venue, we both knew it would be perfect for us, and we were not wrong.

The staff were all wonderful, the level of attention to detail for our wedding went above and beyond expectations. If you are considering the venue, book early, and know that you'll be in good hands.

Thank you to everybody, especially Shawna, for helping to create one of the most memorable nights of my life.

We had our wedding at The Roostertail last Saturday and I genuinely cannot say enough good things about the venue and their team. Long review here, but I want to make sure I touch on everything for future brides/grooms to know:

The first and absolutely most important thing to know is that Shawna - our coordinator - is one of the most wonderful and genuine people I've ever met in my life. She has been at the Roostertail for decades now and you can tell she (rightly) runs the place. She is beyond knowledgeable about all things weddings and was always available to answer my (likely silly) questions. I was never a bother to her and she genuinely feels like family to me now.

From the very first meeting we had with Shawna in January 2025 when we booked the venue, she immediately understood what vision we had for our wedding and there was never a point where I felt her and I weren't on the same page. We presented our ideas and she had creative ways to elevate each and every idea.

Our general theme for the wedding was "an intimate fall evening". We had a rough idea of what exactly we wanted with that theme and the colors we wanted and Shawna made it come to life. I remember walking in to the room for the first time and just being completely in awe because between her and our other vendors (with whom Shawna coordinated with extreme ease!) she made the vision come to life.

We did not have a food tasting but even now a week later I'm getting compliments from guests about the menu and drinks. I'm a foodie and one of my biggest fears was that our wedding would be typical dry wedding chicken that other venues offer. Not so at the Roostertail. Shawna and her amazing head chef put together an incredible dinner for everyone that was beyond delicious. So much so that I wish they were a "normal" restaurant because I would go back for that meal regularly. Drinks were also fantastic, with Shawna and the head of the bar coming up with creative ideas for drinks that fit our theme.

Our ceremony was on the side patio and it was breathtaking. We had an early evening ceremony and we were able to say our vows underneath the Roostertail's arch at sunset. They handled all the setup and even came up with a plan in case it rained (which thankfully it did not!) This setup made for amazing photos.

For our reception, we had the room on the lower level, the Marine Room. If you've never been to the Roostertail, something to keep in mind is that they are located right on the river, so guests are already getting a beautiful view of the Detroit River. This is elevated by the colorful fountains the venue controls as well as the side patio and docks. The Marine Room also has a raised dance floor, which we used for our first dance and guests were super impressed by that! It's a classic room with enough modernity to make things not feel stuffy/old. If you don't know the history of the Roostertail, do yourself and Google it... some very cool performances have taken place in that room.

Full disclosure, the Roostertail is not inexpensive. If you're looking for a smaller wedding and trying to keep a super tight budget, the Roostertail may not be for you. However, I cannot emphasize enough that I feel I got more than my money's worth and had peace of mind every step of the way because I knew Shawna and her team had things set. They handled our food, drinks, linens, chairs, tables... all things that would have been stressful to manage a la carte day-of. A lot of things stressed me out leading up to the wedding, but the Roostertail was not one of them because I was that confident in their team, and it ended up being an amazing day.

I could go on and on about how perfect everything was and how many compliments we've gotten from our guests even now, a week later, and it couldn't have happened without Shawna and the Roostertail team. Thank you Shawna and team for the perfect wedding day!

(Photo credit is Amy Claeys of Daisy Blue Photography)

I can’t thank Nichole and Colleen at the rooster tail and all of the incredible staff who set everything up, took care of our guests, took care of us made the day go without a hitch our photographer complimented us on how smoothly everything went and that is all thanks to everyone at the rooster tail. The one thing that I will say that there is not a lot of talk about is the food. I didn’t really know what to expect. I didn’t ask a lot of questions and we just showed up the day of and I was completely blown away at how delicious the food was. The bartenders were great. The venue speaks for itself, thank you thank you everyone for the best day of our lives. Love, The Fite- Smiths ❤️

Choosing Roostertail for our wedding was one of the best decisions we made! From start to finish, the entire experience was absolutely incredible. Nicole and Colleen were amazing throughout the planning process, always responding to our questions and making everything feel seamless and stress-free.

The venue itself was absolutely breathtaking—truly something out of a movie! We had our reception on the second floor, and the fountain overlooking the balcony was a showstopper. The atmosphere was so beautiful that it honestly felt like we were somewhere far beyond Michigan. Our guests are still talking about the venue, the food, the bar, and the outstanding service. Everything exceeded our expectations!

What truly set Roostertail apart, though, was how personally the staff took care of us. Throughout the night, they went above and beyond to make sure my husband and I were enjoying every moment. They brought us drinks as soon as we got off the bus, checked in to make sure I had water and anything else I needed, and even left a pair of flip-flops on my chair so I could keep dancing comfortably. When we accidentally missed out on the pizza during the reception because we were busy dancing, they even sent us home with two huge boxes! Those thoughtful little touches meant so much to us.

Roostertail gave us the wedding reception of our dreams, and we cannot recommend them enough. If you’re looking for a truly five-star wedding venue with a stunning atmosphere, incredible food, and a team that genuinely cares about you, Roostertail is the place to choose! We would do it all over again in a heartbeat!

We had our wedding at the Roostertail and couldn’t be happier with our experience! Nicole was amazing to work with from the very beginning. She was always responsive, helpful, and detail-oriented. She made sure every detail was taken care of, helped connect us with vendors, and offered so many helpful tips and recommendations throughout the planning process. She also took the time to meet with us multiple times before the wedding to answer our questions and make sure we felt prepared.

Nicole and the entire Roostertail team were so kind, organized, and attentive, and it truly showed on our wedding day. Everything ran so smoothly, allowing us to relax and enjoy our day! The venue itself is absolutely beautiful, and we received so many compliments from our guests. We are so happy we chose the Roostertail and would highly recommend Nicole and her team to any couple!

We had the opportunity to have our wedding reception at the Roostertail and it was a 10 out of 10! Nicole and Mimi were phenomenal! If you are considering the Roostertail, please look no further. The venue has the most interesting musical history and is located right along the Detroit River. The owner of the Roostertail even event came up and spoke to us and had the coolest stories. This place was filled with legends of Motown. The food was top notch. Everyone complimented the menu. Save time, come to this one stop shop and have the best night of your life!

We got married at the Roostertail in October 2025, and it was absolutely stunning. The recent renovations and waterfront location on the Detroit River created breathtaking views of the skyline, river, and even Canada. Our glass-enclosed room with panoramic windows gave us the perfect sunset backdrop.

Inside, everything was immaculate with modern, elegant décor. The food and service were phenomenal, and the staff was organized, attentive, and genuinely warm—they truly made us feel like the only wedding that night. Our guests still rave about how beautiful everything was.

It was one of the best days of our lives. Everything was perfect.. thank you, Roostertail!

We had our wedding at The Roostertail in downtown Detroit, and we could not have imagined a more perfect place to celebrate our day. The venue sits right on the beautiful Detroit riverfront, and our room—surrounded by glass on three sides—gave us the most breathtaking views of the waterfront. It created the perfect backdrop from start to finish.

A huge part of what made our day flawless was Nicole, the event coordinator. She was outstanding in every possible way. Nicole had every detail planned, thought through, and executed with absolute professionalism. She came prepared with plans B, C, and even D just in case, and her preparation and calm confidence made us feel completely at ease. She truly went above and beyond to make the entire experience stress-free, and we are forever grateful.

The food was also exceptional. Everything was delicious, but the hors d'oeuvres were unforgettable—we still talk about how we want to go back just to enjoy them again! The service throughout the entire event was unbelievable as well. From myself and the groom to our bridal party and every single guest, no one had to worry about a thing. The staff kept everything running smoothly and seamlessly.

Our wedding day was absolutely perfect—everything we imagined and more—and so much of that is thanks to Nicole and the incredible Roostertail team. If you’re looking for a stunning venue with exceptional service, look no further.