WaxBar

Nice bar.

Used to be one of the best bars in Michigan and dare I say one of my favorite bars in the whole US. Keep in mind, I've been to various award winning bars in Chicago, NYC, Los Angeles and more. The new owners seem friendly, but a lot of the charm has been lost. There's little to differentiate this bar from any other cocktail place in Michigan. I still recommend you to stop by and form your own opinion. But I can't help but feel something really unique was taken out of Ypsilanti.

Fun little hole in the wall bar with great cocktails. Normally when I'm at a place like this, I expect service that is a little aloof and "too cool" for customers. The bartender was very welcoming and kind, I definitely look forward to coming back here.

The new owner is cool, but the other girl behind the bar (not his partner shes cool af) is not great, and this is not the only time ive had a problem with her. Came in just now, ordered a boulevardier and she immediately walked away- not giving me a chance to say anything let alone which bourbon i wanted, and i tried to get her attention to ask for antico (which I 100% dont mind paying more for) but she either didnt hear me or ignored me and added punt e mes (which I despise) and slid it over. I dont want to give one star because the place is cool.

Andy and Morgan both did a wonderful job, the atmosphere of this place is absolutely gorgeous, a blend of shadowy bellow and old lighted signs. standard Piná Colada is absolutely incredible. Will be coming back.

The best bar in Ann Arbor is actually here at WaxBar in Ypsilanti. If you liked the old tiki bar vibe you won’t miss out, but now they’ll make you anything else you can imagine and it’ll be better than what you’ll get elsewhere because Andy and Morgan are alchemists with your best interests in mind. Wonderful place! Don’t miss it!

Andy Garris is running as he goes through the process of buying it. I don't need to say anymore.

Andy is, by far, the best bartender this side of the Huron River. Sociable, inviting, inventive, and can curate a cocktail list like no other. The atmosphere is comfortable and cozy, you can make friends easily or curl up together on the retro couch and have your own moment. This is my new staple bar in Ypsi, and as a restaurant worker, it’s so nice to see one of our own doing the thang, owning their own bar, and I’m incredibly happy to support this talented and tasty bar!