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Andrew F.

I've been looking forward to coming to 1022 South J for a while now. I had shown up a few times when they were renovating and closed temporarily. I forgot about it until my girlfriend and I stumbled upon it accidentally. It was a spontaneous weekday date night, and luckily for us, it wasn't very busy when we walked in. The aesthetic was cozy and clean. We were seated promptly. I would recommend possibly making reservations if they allow it; it's not the biggest space, and you definitely want to try this place out, especially if you enjoy handcrafted cocktails. The bartender was polite, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable. You could tell he stood proudly behind the menu of drinks and food. I make it a habit of trying every Old Fashioned I come across, and my beautiful girlfriend had an amazing pomegranate margarita. Both drinks were excellent. We were just lightly snacking, but the tater tots almost stole the show. The dipping sauces were incredible. The service honestly took the cake, as the bartender specially crafted an "espresso" martini for me. We're coming back next time with an appetite!

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Patricia G.

What a cute little hole in the wall! This place doesn't have a huge menu, but what it has all looks amazing! I had a - I want to say Olive martini dip? Which was delicious! And my husband had the eggs Benedict which he loved! The cocktails are real originals which also did not disappoint. we were served by one of the women who own the place and she is a gem. Highly recommend this place! We will definitely go back when the sun is out to enjoy our food and cocktails on their patio. Oh, and they also have a mocktail selection!

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When I tell you this place is the hidden gem of the century, you don't know what you're missing! Please if you do nothing else, do yourself a favor and visit just 1 time, I promise it won't be your last. Thank me later!

Saroeun S.

If you are looking for a great place to grab a drink this place is the place. Customer service was impeccable thanks to Gabby and Casey. The food was absolutely incredible! This place is a definite must!

Absolutely a hidden gem!!! The service here is unbeatable, love it and the drinks are amazing! a must go to with great cozy vibe

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So so amazing! New ownership and new menu! You HAVE to come in! Great vibes, amazing service and drinks and food are top tier!

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Amazing resturaunt , good service and workers and a great environment. Loved my experience at this resturant and the fry's are amazing!

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I went to this bar to meet friends for a birthday. They informed me there was an open seat next to…read morethem at the bar, while the rest of the group was seated at a table. When I arrived, there was no greeter or host present. I went to the empty seat, briefly set down my coat, and dropped off the birthday gift. When I returned to the seat moments later, a member of the wait staff approached me and said, "What do you think we are doing? We seat people here." I asked whether that was how customers are typically greeted. She then stated that I had "tons of privilege" and directed me to leave the bar, including while I was standing near the door waiting for my friends. I understand that businesses have seating policies, but in this instance there was no clear signage or staff guidance upon entry. The situation was handled in a way that escalated rather than clarified the issue and detracted from what was intended to be a birthday celebration. Added after response from owner: You are certainly free to report your side of the story. I was greeted by your staff with the line, "Who the hell are you!" I asked, "Do you greet all of your customers that way." She then berated me and told me that she does if they just walk in and skip the line. Like most bars, with no one present at the front I assumed bar seating was open. Upon greeting my friends I took the seat. In regards to threatening remarks, the only threat I made was that I would leave a review. I used no harsh language and proceeded to the front of the restaurant to wait for my friends who decided to cash out. Your staff member proceeded to continue to berate me and tell me I would be trespassed if I didn't leave the restaurant and stand in the rain. I did leave while she continued to scream at me. Since I did not have context for what you described a simple, "Hi, we seat at the bar here and this is someone else's seat" would have been a great way to greet me. Don't assume I had bad intent just because I was trying to patronize the establishment. I highly suggest you read your reviews and quit attacking your patrons. Based on what I have read you have a serious problem with staff behavior. You spend all of your time on here defending bad practices instead of improving your service. I am happy to say that I will never patronize your business. In addition you lost 14 other customers due to your actions. I was told I must have privilege just to walk in to meet my friends at a bar. You have a clear over inflated sense of self worth to assume your bar is so great that treating customers this way will keep you in business. Best of luck, and you are correct, a place where staff greet you by yelling at you is not a great fit for me. It likely isn't for others as well.

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1022 South J - breakfast_brunch - Updated May 2026

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