Man Cave Happy Hour

Send us a textStep into a slice of living history at Detroit's famed Cadieux Cafe, where authentic Belgian feather bowling lanes have been delighting visitors since 1933. Our conversation with owner John Rutherford reveals the fascinating journey of this east side crown jewel from its origins as a Belgian grocery store during Prohibition to its current status as America's only authentic feather bowling venue.John's own story proves equally captivating - a professional trombone player who performed with Bob Seger for over 300 shows before becoming Cadieux's third owner in nearly a century of operation. His passion for preserving tradition while thoughtfully modernizing shines through as we explore the cafe's unique offerings. The original dirt lanes (complete with their secret mixture including kitty litter and quick-crete) remain intact, rolling alongside an impressive selection of 30+ Belgian beers that showcase the rich brewing traditions of Trappist monasteries and Flemish brewers.