Thanksgiving Eve: Where to Go, Who to Call, How to Recover

Called the biggest bar night of the year, Thanksgiving Eve is the night to hit the town with family and friends.

Macomb Township may not be the nightlife capital of the world, but with its proximity to Hall Road, there are dozens of restaurants, bars and pubs just down the street.

Plan Before You Party

With no school or work the next day, hitting the bars Thanksgiving Eve may seem a fantastic idea–that is until you realize you don't have a plan to get home after a night of revelry. A trusted designated driver is always the best way to go, but if everyone in the party is planning to drink, scheduling a cab or driving service is the next best choice. Even choosing to walk to a nearby pub, or spending the evening at a friend's home is better than drinking and driving.

Bottom line? Have a plan before you head out.

Both  have said they will have additional patrols out today, while the Macomb County Sheriff's Office also has a special patrol plan.

"We don’t have additional patrols, we just realigned our resources, so we have maximum coverage during the peak period people are out on the roadways," said Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham.

If you're planning to head out tonight, schedule a pick up, or save the number of one of the companies below to make sure you and your friends get home safely.

4 My Ride, 586-698-2301

Suburban Cab, 800-410-8294

Shamrock Cab Co., 877-775-8294

Last Call Services, Inc., 586-552-8989

Drink Deals and Entertainment

On and off Hall Road there are plenty of places to grab a Thanksgiving Eve drink. Here's what a few area bars are planning for the night:

• Specials on domestics, little beers, bombs and martinis with free pizza at 1 a.m. DJ Sparky spins from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. with band Planet of Fun playing from 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
• Dooley's Irish Tavern Free buffet from 8-9 p.m. with DJ music afterward. 
• Waldenburg Bar Karaoke starts at 9 p.m. Specials on $2 Pucker shots, Miller Light $1.25 mugs, $2.50 20 oz and 3.75 mini pitchers.
• Specials include $1 Bud Light, Budweiser bottles, with music by a DJ.
• $1 shots specials most of the night, $2 pints of domestic beers, $2.95 tall drafts of Labatt Blue and Labatt Blue Light, and a DJ spinning music.
• Specials on Wild Turkey Bourbon and a special shot called Applesauce. Anyone dressed like a turkey will get shots specials as well. There will also be a DJ and half off pizza.
• Cheli's Chilibar Specials include $1.50 Miller High Life bottles and drafts, $2 domestic bottles and drafts, $1 off all regular menu-priced drinks and $5 appetizers. Big Will and the 360 Degrees band takes the stage at 9 p.m.

Post-Party Word to the Wise

Believe it or not, alcohol is not a hydrating fluid, so no matter how much you drink, your body will still be feeling thirsty. Should you find yourself on the road to over-consumption tonight, opt for a few glasses of water or fruit juice between drinks and definitely before you go to bed. Alcohol dehydrates the body, so replenishing the vitamins and liquid you lost during the party hours can make all the difference the next day. If you're not a fan of water, popular substitutes are Gatorade and Pedialyte (not just for kids).