March 08, 2012 | 8:00 PM

VIP & Media Night

JOHN D BISTRO  INVITES YOU TO AN EXCLUSIVE FRIENDS/MEDIA ONLY PREVIEW  on Thursday, March 8th  at John D Bistro, with a RSVP soiree for friends and media to celebrate the opening of Ferndale’s newest bistro, John D's (occupying the former Club Bart  on Woodward)
 
You are cordially invited to join owner Eddie Farah  and upstart executive chef, Adis Celic, who attended Le Cordon Bleu  in Los Angeles and graduated at the top of his class, is re defining comfort food in a pan-fusion manner that will set John D Bistro apart from its contemporaries.
 
Entertainment will be provided the smooth-as- silk vocal stylings of Ben Sharkey  - on the refurbished stage above the bar- retaining the spirit of the old Club Bart signature!
 
Enjoy Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and custom swag bags to those in attendance.
 

March 09, 2012 | 7:00 PM

GRAND OPENING

We are excited to announce the Grand Opening of John D Bistro in Ferndale, MI.

Come join us as we open our doors to the public.  Enjoy an amazing atmosphere created especially for you to enjoy an exquisite cuisine by Chef Adis Celic.

Drink Specials and Live Entertainment 

May 23, 2012 | 7:00 PM

Moet & Chandon Champagne Dinner

June 28, 2012 | 9:30 PM

Mekam Concert

September 07, 2012 | 10:00 PM

FORBIDDEN FRIDAY

A haven for a new wave of socialites. Inside it’s full of funky furniture, furry walls and a pair of turntables on the stage. Every Friday evening our house DJ plays smooth grooves to a laid-back, stylish crowd. The space is chic and hip, but not aggressively so; it has a nicely buzzing atmosphere especially on weekends, serving a full array of drinks and an appetizing cuisine

House | Dance | Music by Denis Celic
Hosted by Samir Celebic & Atn Farah
No Cover > Lounge

September 14, 2012 | 9:00 PM

Ben Sharkey Quartet Live

With performances that have been viewed more than five million times on YouTube alone, Ben Sharkey has been delighting fans worldwide with his romantic style and velvet vocals on old swing and jazz standards that would make old Blue Eyes himself green with envy. His original compositions bear his soul and tug at the listener's heart strings. Ben Sharkey's striking good looks and impassioned music makes him a creative tour de force. Although often compared to contemporaries like Michael Bublé, Ben is actually more closely comparable to Mel Torme and Harry Connick, Jr, with his intimate interpretations of jazz classics and ability to make them sound fresh and new. His elegant renditions of the music of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Bobby Darrin (along with many others) are both powerful and personal. His original music (available on iTunes) is heartfelt and instantly catching!

John D resident DJ - Denis Celic from 12am - 2am

October 04, 2012 | 9:30 PM

Sin Hielo

SIN HIELO > Live at John D Bistro (Ferndale) 9:30pm to 12:30am.
Sin Hielo is a new musical project that starts with guitar giants Wayne Gerard & Sean Blackman - and often includes other accomplished guest artists -and tours the nation. The band is based in Detroit, and has created a new sound of Latin/jazz/rock.
Blackman is a powerful, acoustic nylon-string world music guitarist. Gerard is an electric guitarist jazz virtuoso. The third musician, Rick Beamon, who plays jaw-dropping percussion, is known as

 one of the best in the business.

Blackman and Gerard, who head Sin Hielo, are individually successful, established, award-winning artists. 

Shows are festive, with audiences that are interestingly far-reaching. Sin Hielo captures and excites mainstream and upscale audiences -yet their intricate musicianship impresses tough, seasoned jazz critics, jam band fans, world music lovers, creatives and urban crowds - not an easy task! See them live at shows that bring audiences to their dancing feet!

www.sinhielo.com

Dinner Reservations: 248-398-4070

October 11, 2012 | 9:00 PM

Lewis Hensley *LIVE*

MUSIC BY:
Lewis Hensley - Lead Vocals and Guitar
Jereme Brown - Vocals and Guitar
Randy Hambright - Percussion
HOSTED BY:
Rick Pink 
GET TO KNOW LEWIS HENSLEY:
A perfect blend of talent and charisma. This soulful singer, songwriter has begun to chisel a new lane in pop/r&b culture. You will fall in love with Lewis preforming live acoustic. When LH is in the building you will get everything you came for. Lewis has dedicated his life to making music for people to mend there souls with.
www.lewishensley.com
GET TO KNOW JOHN D BISTRO:
A haven for a new wave of socialites. Inside it’s full of funky furniture, furry walls and a pair of turntables on the stage. Every Thursday evening the stage comes alive with a variety of live entertainment playing to a laid-back, stylish crowd. The space is chic and hip, but not aggressively so; it has a nicely buzzing atmosphere, serving a full array of drinks and an appetizing cuisine until 11 p.m. with an excellent late night menu until 2 a.m.

October 25, 2012 | 9:00 PM

Pato Margetic Unplugged

Dinner served from 5pm - 11pm
Live Music from 9pm - 12am
WORLD SERIES SPECIALS...
$2 Tenderloin Tacos and Chicken Tender Sticks.
$5 Well drinks.
Let's go Tigers!!!
WIN WIN WIN:
Click "Join" for a chance to win a Complimentary Dinner for Two paid for by Elive Entertainment.
MUSIC BY:
Pato Margetic - Lead Vocals / Guitar
Nick Hanawalt - Lead Guitar / Bass
James Cooper II - Keyboard / Bass / Percussion
Cory Major Prysock - Percussion
HOSTED BY:
Rick Pink 
Eddie Farah
Etienne Farah
We look forward to having you as our guest.
PATO MARGETIC - UNPLUGGED @ JOHN D BISTRO.
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GET TO KNOW PATO MARGETIC:
When you hear my music, you get a taste of my soul, my passions, and my values. I come from a close, multicultural family, an Argentinian-American borderland.
My music captures the desire for change, and the complexities of relationships.
I am a lover in this world. My thinking lives through creativity, music, sound, vocals, and videos. Like my colleagues, who produce, edit, film, and tell stories about experience, my music is my context.
Detroit is home for me. Against the depictions that show only crime and abandoned structures, I aspire to show the world our faces, bodies, stories, and souls. This is just a trace of who I am.

October 31, 2012 | 5:00 PM

Wine Down Wednesday

Half off all bottles of wine and champagne !!

November 01, 2012 | 9:00 PM

A Night to Benefit Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit

Ink Detroit Presents A Night to Benefit Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit Thursday November 1, 2012 at John D Bistro . This event is open to the public and there is a $5 suggested donation at the door, which will provide attendees with a Detroit Diehard bracelet and $1 off all drinks for the evening. Attendees will also enjoy music by Denis Celic. The Detroit Diehard bracelet was inspired by the work Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit does in the city of Detroit working with the automotive companies and creating jobs for people across the city

November 08, 2012 | 9:00 PM

Beth Stalker | Unplugged

GET TO KNOW BETH STALKER:
Detroit native, Beth Stalker, started her professional music career at the age of four. Known as "Little Liz" she recorded and released her first full-length album entitled Jesus Loves Me. 
Within a year, Beth was touring and singing on local television shows while Jesus Loves me was playing on radio stations across the United States. Beth even performed on stage with Country Music legends Roy Acuff and Porter Wagoner at the "Gospel Country USA" Music Festival in Opryland, TN.
As a child, Beth performed regularly as a "Shirley Temple" and "Annie" impersonator at Mr. F's in Clawson, Michigan. Other acts included Elvis Presley, Diana Ross, Kenny Rogers, and Neil Diamond. 
Although music was always a major staple in her life, Beth stepped out of the spotlight to focus on school and growing up. At the age of 20 she was back at it and in 2005 debuted her second album, Here With You. Recorded at Big Sky in Ann Arbor and produced by David Mosher, the project was praised at the Detroit Music Awards. With a clean sweep, Beth won every award in her category, as well as the "GreatStuff Reader's Choice Award" for Favorite Artist, and "Outstanding Music Video/Limited Budget", which was produced by Emmy Award Winner, Brad Ayres. Beth left that evening with a total of 6 Detroit Music Awards for her Here With You album. She currently has a total of 7 DMA's . 
Shortly after, Beth's song "Hold Me" (co-written with Allan Goetz), won the Grand Prize in "Peavey's 40th Anniversary Song Contest". A year later, Beth recorded Hallelujah I Love Him So, an album of Jazz/Blues standards with the Cliff Monear Trio. 
In 2008, Beth auditioned with over 100,000 peers for American Idol and in a nation wide television spot earned her "Golden Ticket" to Hollywood. Even though the competition was intense, she successfully moved forward into the finals before saying goodbye to the mayhem of "reality" TV.
Beth Stalker's most recent project, A Reason To Smile was released in 2012. This latest EP includes 2 originals from songwriter/guitar player, Jim Rawlings, and was produced by Emmy Award Winning Ben West at Aashrum Studio.
Beth Stalker is currently working on her next album now in production.
http://www.bethstalkermusic.com/

November 15, 2012 | 9:00 PM

Kysia Live Trio

Join us for a special Trio performance Thursday, Nov 15th at Ferndale's newest culinary gem, John D Bistro. The Trio includes pianist Roland Hamilton, Doug Austin on drums, and is fronted by Matt Kysia singing and playing guitar. The upbeat performance will feature popular Classic Soul/R&B, Rock and contemporary covers.
NO COVER ~ Dinner Reservations Highly Recommended
Show @ 9pm

First 50 ladies will receive a pink I Heart Detroit bracelet, compliments of Ink Detroit.

November 16, 2012 | 10:00 PM

Forbidden Friday

Forbidden Fridays > The Perfect Place To Start Your Night!!
John D > : A haven for a new wave of socialites. Inside it’s full of funky furniture, furry walls and a pair of turntables on the stage. Every Friday evening our house DJ plays smooth grooves to a laid-back, stylish crowd. The space is chic and hip, but not aggressively so; it has a nicely buzzing atmosphere especially on weekends, serving a full array of drinks and an appetizing cuisine.

Full dinner menu available until 11pm. Late night menu until 2am 

House | Dance | Music by Denis Celic
Hosted by Samir Celebic & Atn Farah
No Cover > Lounge

November 21, 2012 | 10:00 PM

Ben Sharkey Quartet

Dinner Features

Shared Plate Feature | Salmon Ceviche
Mains Feature | Filet Mignon and Lobster

Reservations are HIGHLY recommended for this night. 

Get to know Ben Sharkey

With performances that have been viewed more than three million times on YouTube, Ben Sharkey has been delighting fans worldwide with his romantic style and velvet vocals on old swing and jazz standards that would make old Blue Eyes himself green with envy. His original compositions bear his soul and tug at the listener's heart strings. Ben Sharkey's striking good looks and impassioned music makes him a creative tour de force. Although often compared to contemporaries like Michael Bublé, Ben is actually more closely comparable to Mel Torme and Harry Connick, Jr, with his intimate interpretations of jazz classics and ability to make them sound fresh and new. His elegant renditions of the music of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Bobby Darrin (along with many others) are both powerful and personal

http://www.facebook.com/business/dashboard/?ref=sb#/bensharkeysings

November 23, 2012 | 10:00 PM

Forbidden Black Friday

Bottle Feature of the Night | Moet IMPERIAL | 60 dollars
Sounds by: Denis Celic and guest Rob-Play NYC
Hosted by: VBLifestyle.com & Co.
Admission: No cover

December 27, 2012 | 9:00 PM

Belvedere Vodka Presents "John D" Music Series | Kysia Live Holiday Special

Dinner served from 5pm - 11pm
Live Music from 9pm - 12am

Join us for a special encore Trio performance at Ferndale's newest culinary gem, John D Bistro. The Trio includes pianist Bob Mervak, Doug Austin on drums, and is fronted by Matt Kysia singing and playing guitar. The upbeat performance will feature popular Classic Soul/R&B, Rock and contemporary cover

December 31, 2012 | 6:00 PM

New Years Eve

Dinner Service until 11pm
DJ Steven Robert < Tour Detroit | D Records > from 11p - 4a

Four Course Dinner Menu
chose one of each course
Course One
Cheese and Fruit Platter
gruyere. fresh mozzarella. goat cheese. pear. apple. walnuts.
Course Two
Butternut Squash Soup | Seafood Bisque | Panzanella salad 
Course Three
Pork chop 
caramelized apple. roquefort. walnut mousse.
Duck Breast
pomegranate jus
Scallops
parsnip and cauliflower bisque. lemon infused oil.
Winter Salad
quinoa. beets. radishes. fennel. asparagus. cucumber. broccoli.
house vinaigrette
Course Four
Creme Brûlée | Chocolate Cake

January 10, 2013 | 9:00 PM

Belvedere Vodka Presents | Kysia Live Trio | Official Gangster Squad Party

Dinner served from 5pm - 11pm
Late Night Menu from 11pm - 2am
Live Music from 9pm - 12am

Join us for a special encore Trio performance at Ferndale's newest culinary gem, John D Bistro. The Trio includes pianist Bob Mervak, Doug Austin on drums, and is fronted by Matt Kysia singing and playing guitar. The upbeat performance will feature popular Classic Soul/R&B, Rock and contemporary cover

February 07, 2013 | 9:30 PM

Belvedere Vodka Presents: Mekam wsg Paul Randolph

Never-before seen unique collaboration between world-famous Jazzanova’s lead singer / bassist and one of Detroit’s most sought-after and eclectic ethno bands. 
RESERVATIONS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED
www.johndbistro.com  | www.opentable.com  
or please call 248.398.4070 after 4pm 
NO COVER
Dinner Service 5pm-11pm
Late Night Service 11pm-2am
Show 930pm
Bottle Service Available

March 14, 2013 | 9:00 PM

Belvedere Vodka Presents: Laura Rain & George Friend | Soulful Duo

Laura Rain has been performing in Detroit and abroad  for nearly two decades.  Starting out in the trenches of the Motor City blues circuit, Laura quickly encompassed more versatility and began branching out from her blues roots, and thus adapted a soul drenched, high energy, sensuous format that is the essence of her show.  Classically trained as a Verdi Soprano, she has an exceptional, diverse range that will take you on a musical journey. 
Throughout the years, her exotic look, stellar sound, and versatile repertoire has kept her working with many top R&B, Jazz, and Blues bands all over the country. She has performed repeatedly at the MGM Grand Hotels and Casinos in Detroit and Las Vegas, The Flamingo Hilton, Motor City Casino, Greek Town Casino, Mountaineer Casino, West Virginia; and Trump Taj Mahal, in Atlantic City; just to name a few.                          
Today Laura is recording and performing with “The Caesars.”  “Laura Rain and the Caesars”  are a groove oriented, soul driven, blues project fronted by Detroit’s own stellar Blues guitarist, George Friend; who has shared the stages with legendary blues performers such at Janiva Magness, Robert Gordon, The Twistin’ Tarantulas, The Sun Messsengers, Thornetta Davis, Johnnie Bassett and more.  

Dinner Service 5pm-11pm
Show 9pm-12am
Late Night Menu Service 11pm-2am
Bottle Service Available

March 24, 2013 | 4:00 PM

One Year Anniversary !!

This is an all day celebration, for one-night only!!

Special Guest DJ Jenny LaFemme (after 4pm)
As a customer appreciation, John D is offering ALL guests:
 Complimentary Glass of Moet Imperial* or Glass of Red/White Wine*
 $30 Bottomless Mimosa's (4pm - 11pm)

*while supplies last
Brunch Service 11am - 3pm | Dinner Service 5pm - 10pm
Table/Bottle Service Available with RSVP

April 04, 2013 | 9:00 PM

An Evening of World Music and Dance

Get swept away while bellydancer Lana Mini - who has performed for singer Usher and featuerd on the Travel Channel - encourges everyone on their feet to dance to music performed by Detroit's finest world music artists. Or, sit back during your dinner and drinks and enjoy the sites and sounds!
Our special event "An Evening of World Music" features some of the best Arabic and Armenian style musicians in the region - the upbeat and sultry sounds played by world-class musicians who will transport you to Armenia and Arabic lands - while dancer Lana interpets the music through movement of her hips! Performing is: oud master Victor Ghannam - a principal musician with the Michigan Arab Orchestra and known worldwide for his passion and precision; 2012 Kresge Fellow recipient and ARP record label owner Ara Topouzian known as one of the most interesting and intricate Armenian Kanun players in the nation; popular trend-setting percussionist Michael Shimmin, one of the most in-demand talents in Michigan who plays everytyhing from world music to jazz.
Shimmin has decided the John D stage is where he wants to celebrate his 30th birthday that night. Expect guest belly dancers, and maybe even some Flamenco, to also perform throughough the night!!

April 11, 2013 | 9:00 PM

Belvedere Vodka Presents | Matt Kysia

A house favorite, Matt Kysia will appeal to all musical tastes. From R&B to Rock, Matt Kysia will have you singing along.
Dinner Service 5pm-11pm
Happy Hour 5pm-7pm
Show 9pm-12am

April 18, 2013 | 7:00 PM

LIVE | Ashley Franso & Josh Meyer

Join us as we welcome the fresh new face of up and coming vocalist Ashley Franso along with guitarist Josh Meyer. Ashley will be performing contemporary covers from Rihanna, Katy Perry and Incubus to classics from BB King and Stevie Wonder. Join us for dinner and stay for the show.

April 25, 2013 | 9:00 PM

LIVE Thursdays | Laura Rain & George Friend

GET TO KNOW LAURA RAIN:
Laura Rain, has been performing on the Detroit, and Los Angeles music scene for well over a decade. Starting out in the trenches of the Motor City blues circuit, Laura quickly encompassed more versatility and began branching out from her blues roots, and thus adapted a soul drenched, high energy, sensuous format, that is the essence of her show. Classically trained as a Verdi Soprano, she has an exceptional, diverse range that will take you on a musical journey. 
GET TO KNOW GEORGE FRIEND:
George has lived a long artistic life with residencies in San Francisco, Los Angeles and Detroit…performing, teaching, and recording. He has performed with poets Allen Ginsberg and John Sinclair. Toured relentlessly with Janiva Magness, Robert Gordon and the Twistin' Tarantulas. He has recorded with Jessy Moss, Robert Gordon, Thornetta Davis, Sun Messngers, Twistin' Tarantulas, Peter Fahey and Lisa Finnie.

May 02, 2013 | 9:00 PM

Live | Lewis Hensley

Join us for a wonderful night of filled with smooth acoustic music, great food and good wine with friends in the comfortable chic surroundings of Ferndale's hot new bistro... John D.
LIVE music stage every Thursday. Join us for dinner and stay for the show.
Lewis Hensley, Jereme 'Jibs' Brown and Randy Hambright will feature upbeat popular Classic Soul/R&B, Rock and contemporary covers from Robin Thicke and Enrique Iglesias to Otis Redding and Kid Rock.

May 16, 2013 | 7:00 PM

Live Thursdays | Joey Brooks

Get to know Joey Brooks

https://www.youtube.com/user/JoeydoesAmerica

May 24, 2013 | 10:00 PM

Celebrate Fridays by Moet & Chandon

Dinner Reservations Highly Recommended

House fusion sounds of energetic diversity by @RobPlayNYC

Featuring 'CELEBRATE" Bottle Menu Specials - 

Moet & Chandon ‘Imperial’ 750ml | $60
Moet & Chandon ‘Nectar Imperial Rose’ 750ml | $110
Veuve Clicquot ‘Yellow Label’ 750ml | $80
Cuvee Dom Perignon 750ml | $210
Belvedere Vodka 1-ltr | $185
Hennessy Cognac VS 750ml | $200
Bottle/Table Reservations (after 10pm): 917-719-1331 | vip@vblifestyle.com

Dress Code: Fabulous | DJ starts 10pm | No cover | 21 +
Sponsored by Moet & Chandon