Last updated October 11, 2026 · ranked from 8,704 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 6 bars in and around Clarkston, MI, led by Outback Steakhouse, QDOBA Mexican Eats and Hamlin Pub. Together they have 8,704 Google reviews; QDOBA Mexican Eats has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.4. Every place on the list is in Clarkston, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Outback SteakhouseOutback Steakhouse holds a 4.3 Google rating across 3,641 reviews, listed on Google as steak.
QDOBA Mexican EatsQDOBA Mexican Eats holds a 4.4 Google rating across 1,007 reviews, listed on Google as mexican.
Hamlin PubHamlin Pub holds a 4.3 Google rating across 1,381 reviews, listed on Google as sports bar.1Steak · $$ · Village of Clarkston · 1.5 mi
Own this business? Claim itOutback Steakhouse holds a 4.3 Google rating across 3,641 reviews, listed on Google as steak.
“I had the mild chicken wings with blue cheese dressing and celery. Wedge salad, and Blackberry Refresher. All were really good. I did order a Quesadilla as an appetizer, but I never received it until I was paying the bill. I didn't need…”
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2Mexican · $ · Village of Clarkston · 1.4 mi
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 10:00 PMQDOBA Mexican Eats holds a 4.4 Google rating across 1,007 reviews, listed on Google as mexican.
“Staff is always nice and quick when making orders, they also have Coke Zero which is awesome!”
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3Sports bar · $$ · Independence Township · 2.1 mi
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 12:00 AMHamlin Pub holds a 4.3 Google rating across 1,381 reviews, listed on Google as sports bar.
“A local favorite of mine. Great pizza and pub food. Nice draft beer list.”
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4Restaurant · $$ · Village of Clarkston · 0.8 mi
Own this business? Claim itMr. B's Roadhouse holds a 4.2 Google rating across 1,315 reviews, listed on Google as restaurant.
“This place is the clarkston legendary bar, the decor always amazes me when i come in, so many cool things hanging aroynd the whole restauarant and bar it does t matter where you sit the view is incredible, i recommend there jumbo wings y…”
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5Golf course · Village of Clarkston · 1.8 mi
Own this business? Claim itOpen now · closes 9:00 PMFountains Golf & Banquet holds a 4.4 Google rating across 711 reviews, listed on Google as restaurant.
“Nice course and greens are in good shape.”
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6Restaurant · $ · Independence Township · 0.7 mi
Own this business? Claim itClarkston Tap holds a 4.2 Google rating across 650 reviews, listed on Google as restaurant.
“If you’re looking for a good local dive bar, this is the spot. Great atmosphere, good drinks, and a friendly staff. Andrea is always awesome and makes every visit a good time. Definitely recommend! Also, if you have a sweet tooth buy on…”
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| # | Place | Google rating | Price | Google reviews | Neighborhood | Phone | Open now |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Outback Steakhouse | 4.3(3,641)4.3 out of 5 from 3641 reviews (Google rating) | $$ | 3,641 | Village of Clarkston · 1.5 mi | +1248-620-4329 | — |
| 2 | QDOBA Mexican Eats | 4.4(1,007)4.4 out of 5 from 1007 reviews (Google rating) | $ | 1,007 | Village of Clarkston · 1.4 mi | +1248-922-5629 | Open |
| 3 | Hamlin Pub | 4.3(1,381)4.3 out of 5 from 1381 reviews (Google rating) | $$ | 1,381 | Independence Township · 2.1 mi | +1248-922-1700 | Open |
| 4 | Mr. B's Roadhouse | 4.2(1,315)4.2 out of 5 from 1315 reviews (Google rating) | $$ | 1,315 | Village of Clarkston · 0.8 mi | +1248-625-4600 | — |
| 5 | Fountains Golf & Banquet | 4.4(710)4.4 out of 5 from 710 reviews (Google rating) | — | 710 | Village of Clarkston · 1.8 mi | +1248-625-3731 | Open |
| 6 | Clarkston Tap | 4.2(650)4.2 out of 5 from 650 reviews (Google rating) | $ | 650 | Independence Township · 0.7 mi | +1248-625-0077 | — |
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
Each bar is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Clarkston category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
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