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82 Oak Bar & Bistro

3.5 (13 reviews)
Open • 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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Anna D.

i went here on a date. we were in the area looking for bars. when we got there, there was no seating by the bar so they sat us outside. it worked out good because we were able to smoke hookah outside. just a heads up the hookah is separate with a woman that provides it, its not included in the bill for the food and drinks. my date didn't know. he wanted to put it all on his credit card. he was lucky he had some cash on him or he would of had to zelle it. its not her fault we just didn't think. other than that we had a couple drinks and the service was good. i would go back, but i feel like its not really a date spot. i would go back with a couple girl friends of mine for a Friday night hangout.

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Ambar G.

Wow. This place is amazing. The decor: beautiful...bartenders: very attentive and friendly....food and drinks: on point. And my favorite part...they have free parking! They had me before I walked in! If you havnt been here yet, what are you waiting for?

The churrasco with added shrimp! Wow

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