Cocktail bar with a turn-of-the-century feel, offering a creative cocktail and coffee menu alongside a small bites menu if you're looking for something light. We stayed on the main floor since the host seated us there, but later realized you can order at the bar and take your drinks up to the rooftop--something I wish we knew earlier. The bartenders were pleasant and laid-back, not pretentious at all. The cocktails were inventive and well-crafted. I went with the Coffee Date and Lord of Misrule--pretty good--but in hindsight, I wish I had tried more of their Fever-Tree and Chemist collaborations, which sounded especially interesting. read more

Super cute spot to get cocktails in Asheville! The theme is on point - love the old decor, the fireside in the yard, the dark arches as you walk in, and the potion-like menu. You order at the bar and they bring the drinks to you. I ordered the Coffee Date and my boyfriend got the Nothing Compares. Mine was warm and coffee forward, and you can definitely taste the whiskey. The cream on top is nice. Great blend of daytime drink with alcohol. read more

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A fun spot with a prohibition vibe. The distillery next door was a great start with a $6 flight and history of the Gin and Whiskey before ordering at the bar. 3 floors with the top floor being a rooftop with a fire place. The fire was not on (too cold/windy) but there are additional fire pits outside the venue. Walk in only so be prepared to wait for a seat or check back later! Staff was accommodating, vibe was very Edgar Allen Poe, and the drinks were crafted using their own products . read more

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Came here for some drinks with friends! The cocktails were very creative, some of our party also ordered the ciders. We liked the sweet cider better than the blueberry cider. Only retracting a star because the staff was not as friendly as we've experienced at other bars and restaurants in the area. Still a nice experience and would recommend a visit! read more

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A year ago my friends took me here for the first time. I ordered a Martinez, because I'd never heard of a gin old fashioned before! Well it's amazing. I love everything about this little bar. The vibe, the glasses (having a cocktail in the right glass is important!) and even the outside patio. Even better they have added coffee and tea for the morning with Wi-Fi so you can just set yourself up and work from there. read more

What a cool spot! This is what you think of when you want an amazing evening and a delicious cocktail. The decor is eclectic and gorgeous, cocktails delicious, and staff was friendly and helpful! read more

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Stopped in here for a quick drink after walking a few hours around downtown Asheville. Great selection of bourbon but i didn't try any of the chemist branded alcohols. read more

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5 stars! This is a beautiful establishment. The drinks are delicious, the service is five star and the ambience is five star. We enjoyed the nutty and nice and the la louisiane . Excellent service from Nikki! Go here and chill read more

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This place is amazing! Me and my friend came here to try their coffee bar. Service was quick and the vibe was so amazing. read more

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Went here for my husbands 50th. The Welsh bartender & his coworker were excellent. The place was full, we lucked out with 2 open bar stools. Craft handmade cocktails were awesome. Highly recommend! read more

Fun atmosphere and drinks. We enjoyed a lovely couple of hours sitting outside. The cocktails were tasty and the gin and whiskey flights were good for finding your taste. We bought a bottle to take home . Bartenders were helpful and friendly. read more

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ANTIDOTE TO ANY BAD DAY | The best espresso martini I've had in Asheville so far, hands down. Every time I stop through Asheville, we make a point to stop by Antidote for a cocktail or two, including at least one espresso martini. They have a Monday special with 25% off bar snacks, cheese boards and a selection of beer/wine. Their revolving list of seasonal bartender curated cocktails are always fun to choose from. The interior is giving speakeasy vibes, be sure to also check out the second floor for more seating. I always seem to stop in when the rooftop is closed, but will hopefully check it out next time I'm in. There is ample outdoor seating that is dog friendly - and two fire pits on cooler evenings. AND one day, I swear I'm definitely going to stop in for the distillery tour! But until then, more espresso martinis for me please! read more

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This place has the perfect speakeasy cocktail vibe. We were greeted with yummy drinks and good music. OAXACA OLD FASHIONED: Smokey, balanced, delicious twist on a classic We would have stayed for more but the music stopped early in the afternoon. read more

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Probably in our top 2 favorite cocktail bars, EVER! Ambiance is impeccable, they have a gorgeous rooftop bar and their staff is very knowledgeable! Love going there! read more

Perfect spot with amazing cocktails. Fire pits on both the ground and rooftop level. Their house made gin is delicious. A variety of cocktails to choose from and attentive staff. The overall vibe/theme is well done and the glassware is lovely. read more

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This bar is a gem in Asheville is a speakeasy with mostly gin drinks. The staff is friendly and full of info about the drinks. The decor is so pretty and inviting. Come in for a cocktail read more

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Great atmosphere and decor. I only got one drink but it was tasty and beautiful. Hoping to go back during the day for coffee at some point! read more

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Philip, the business manager, reached out to apologize for our experience and offered to make things right. I appreciate the commitment to excellent service and a willingness to take care of their customers read more

Antidote came highly recommended and it did not disappoint. Although there was plenty of available seating, there was a warm, speak easy vibe. The cocktails were delicious and the menu had options for everyone from simple to distinguished pallets. read more

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Beautiful old building, lovingly restored. This is a great spot for a special occasion. We had great appetizers and fancy drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic. read more

I almost hate to tell everyone just how amazing this place is because I want to keep it to myself but gatekeeping is wrong... so here's the skinny, this place is INCREDIBLE at making cocktails, seriously it's amazing. I'm already obsessed with chemist so I should have only expected greatness from their beautiful bar. The staff are so nice and helpful. It's a really cozy spot whilst also being rather big! Enjoy! read more

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A warm and welcoming atmosphere greets you when you enter this restaurant ~ it's very organic in feel - fun and brace yourself for a celebration of unique and flavorful dishes! The tapas style service almost requires a patient and experienced server to explain and help coach you on what might be the best selections off the menu . We were fortunate to have a Surfer who was experienced in happy to share knowledge on all the dishes that we were interested in... For us, it was a unique and interesting dining experience, and that always leads to fun conversation amongst friends ~ go for it read more

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We were walking down the street to a brewery when I backtracked and was like "wait a second, do you think this spot is pet friendly?" And indeed it was! My brother in law is a gin fanatic, so this was one of the highlights of our trip as they are mostly gin based. The outside patio space is absolutely beautiful and has so many plants, flowers, and shrubs enclosed in a black iron fence making it feel like a garden, but you're right off the main road. My only qualm is that the seats around the big barrel table we sat at were too small in surface area to fully sit on and thus the chair kept digging into the backs of my thighs. That was rather uncomfortable since I was wearing a dress, so eventually I decided to stand at the table, which was perfectly fine because of the height of it. They do have other seating areas outside, but that table is what best accommodated us and our 3 dogs. Just something to be aware of if you have some curves and are planning to enjoy your time here outside with multiple pets. My brother in law ordered a gin tasting flight, which we all tried a little sip of as well. The chocolate orange gin was crazy- it was so good, didn't taste like alcohol at all, and is not a pairing that I would ever expect with gin, but it was so good. I ordered The 1532 and it was out of this world. The curry paired so nicely, but wasn't overpowering, and the coconut on top was like an extra little snack with my drink. My husband ordered the Sierra Leone and the herbal infusion came through really nicely- it reminded me of an herbal lemonade our favorite coffee shop in Indy makes where the sage really brightens it up. My sister ordered the Ms. Pickle-Tini and it was savory in the best way, with a little pickle garnish. We also ordered a bowl of olives to snack on at the table and they were great. I don't usually like olives, but these were very fresh and their house marinade on them was delightful. We went inside to use the bathroom before leaving and to close out our tab and it is really swanky inside, almost a speakeasy vibe. The lights were dimmed and the decor was extravagant. I loved everything about it. I would love to come back and be able to sit inside without the dogs to experience both atmospheres. read more

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BEAUTIFUL BAR! I loved this bar, it is 3 stories high with seating on all levels including their rooftop area and front patio. There is a fireplace and cozy blankets available to keep you warm up on the rooftop. The drink menu has a lot of interesting specialty cocktails. This place is absolutely beautifully decorated and perfect for photo ops. I'll definitely be retuning and this is a great spot to bring someone if you want to impress them! There is street parking located right by the bar, and many parking garages close by. read more

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We were in Asheville for a weekend away and I'm a sucker for a speakeasy. I've found that I like Prohibition era cocktails after visiting the Prohibition Museum in Savannah. So I asked if they could make me one called a Mary Pickford - which was not on their menu. The person taking my order asked and they gladly told me yes. I was overjoyed as it is hard to find places that will even attempt to make this specific drink. My best friend had their Dad Jokes cocktail and enjoyed it. Then we each had the Strawberry Fields cocktail and some chocolate from a local chocolate maker (and it was amazing). We were seated at this tiny 2 top table outside and it was super cute! While waiting, I went next door to their "gift shop" called The Chemist. I did a tasting of their brand of gin. I ended up purchasing a bottle of their single malt pecan cream liqueur. The ambiance of Antidote was very much early 1900's. I absolutely LOVED it! I hope to go back again next time I visit Asheville. Also, bonus - it's woman owned! read more

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Great drinks and service and the atmosphere is fantastic. We also were blessed with some good music that night

The most interesting, coolest ambiance bar I've been in. I like the concept of a 1900s ish themed bar with a chemist-apothecary like theme at the bar. The first two floors have a low key, speakeasy vibe while the rooftop bar has a more modern look with cute decorations and furniture. The rooftop bar has a different menu. On the rooftop I tried the Rosy Revelry drink. It was sweet and slightly potent; anything with rose in it I have to try. An attractive and tasty drink. My ultimate favorite drink was the Strawberry Fields. It's unique with the incorporation of Hojicha Tea and a vegan egg white. It was fruity and sweet. Honestly a must get for sweet drink lovers. It was so good I wanted a second one of it. A fun place to bring a date or friends. My partner and I sat on the second floor enjoying our drinks while playing a game of checkers. It's a must for high quality, unique cocktails with beautiful rooftop scenery and unique speakeasy vibes. read more

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The food was very tasty. The prices were reasonable. I would definitely recommend Antidote if you're in the area.

Such a unique bar with great cocktails! Friendly staff and beautiful atmosphere from the ceiling to the floors.

Loved the vibes of this cocktail bar in downtown Asheville. My husband and I stopped in right before dinner at Cultura next door. The ambiance was of a classy speakeasy with a well-crafted cocktail menu. I loved all the different sitting areas and the medicinal theme throughout. We ordered the charcuterie board, and 2 cocktails. The cocktails were tasty and the jam and goat cheese on the board was delicious. Great spot which I enjoyed thoroughly! read more

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What a cool place to stumble into while enjoying downtown ashville! The place oozes with coolness from tasting room to cocktail area. On the premise, there is a sampling shop where you can do distillery tasting of their products! Also various cocktail accessories can be purchased here! The shop atmosphere is super cute like you are stepping back in time to a shop! Afterwards enjoy a professional cocktail; all alcohol bases can be had! There's a book of common and unique cocktails. And like the store, the atmosphere is super cool! Sooooo stop in for a drink! read more

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Amazing atmosphere that makes you feel like you traveled back in time to a Southern speakeasy! We couldn't stop taking it all in! Eclectic spins on timeless prohibition styled cocktails. I went for a delicious dry cider while my husband tried a navy style gin cocktail. We were both very impressed! The staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful while being very proud and knowledgeable of their product. Amazing to find out it is mother and daughter owned and operated! We even went next door to the Chemist to see where all of the distillery magic happens! We loved doing the tasting and brought home the delicious chocolate-orange liquor and the barrel aged gin. So excited to make some fun creations of our own! We came by during the day, but I'm sure this place is intoxicating at night! read more

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Phenomenal cocktail bar!! The vibe is fantastic! You literally step back in time. So much fun. The cocktails I had were superb. If you're ever in Asheville then I highly recommend coming here. It will not disappoint. read more

Antidote is a classy, quiet place to grab well crafted drinks in downtown Asheville. The drinks were tasty, had unique names, a fair amount of alcohol and flavor, and reasonably priced. The exterior is well groomed with an upscale, antique feel. The service is fast and efficient without bothering you. The Vesper Martini was strong but not too strong, I've previously had Vesper's at other bars where the drink might as well have been multiple shots poured together. The Navy G&T was the same, well rounded and tasteful. I'd definitely go back to Antidote. read more

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Tried to pop in on Friday night, but it was packed. Came back Sunday for presumed drinks and snagged a great spot. Fall drink menu was great so we had a hard time deciding! Loved what I ordered. Overall nice vibe, stellar cocktails. read more

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Nostalgic charm with an old pharmacy theme. Cocktail variety is prime with more than enough choices. As I said the place has an old pharmacy theme with many old pharmaceutical bottles around. Take a peek at the bartender, that may be old Mr Gower behind the bar mixing and compounding. read more

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What an absolute fire of a cocktail bar. Highly recommend the spot. Like super highly. Upon entering, the Houst was pleasantly surprised that I was a local. It was adorable. She really engaged with us and made us feel welcome. They didn't seem to be a table at the rooftop but that's what we wanted. She let us head on up because it wasn't too busy. Lo and behold there was a spot of top! We did grab a table- we got lucky! Lots of the tables had really fluffy blankets on them, because there was still a little chill in the air. Classy. This was a perfect view, as if he came dusk. As you can see, the rooftop view was beautiful. The drinks are not cheap, but they are very well crafted. They have really good mixers and alcohols. It feels like the bartenders are happy and genuinely enjoy their craft. I was going to order something fancy but the bartender and I decided I should just go with my usual the Manhattan. Really glad he suggested that because I was on the fence, but ultimately very happy. And no judgment from him. It was a delightful Manhattan. read more

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Chemist Spirits' Antidote bar has a cool antique interior, extensive cocktail menu, and charming speakeasy atmosphere. The rooftop is home to a colorful Fever-Tree Botanical Bar with gorgeous views (see pic). The artisanal cocktails are absolutely delightful, so much so that we woke up the next day with well-deserved hangovers, but no regrets. read more

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... they say a long time ago ASHEVILLE was called the Paris of the south.... This establishment definitely keep that spirit alive. Located in the south slope. The chemist is a refreshing change from all the beer floating around a very well stocked bar, excellent drinks, selections, and even some live music certain days of the week. Makes this place have a look and feel that you might find somewhere in Europe. A great date place, so I tend to find the only really romantic place is the upper deck area above the bar other than that it's a little open an exposed, not much privacy, except for the little cubby to the right of the bar that has two chairs. All in all great place, staff, drinks, and vibe read more

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I'm a gin lover so this place was like the mother land for me. Not only is the place just stunning, so so much to look at & design inspo for days- but their cocktail options are amazing. Literally something for any palette. They had a limited drink with black tea and some peach component that was creative and delicious. We also tried another drink but I cannot remember the name. I would just highly recommend this place for a quick, or not-so-quick stop. Lovely! read more

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