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    Bellwether at Toledo Spirits

    4.5 (49 reviews)
    ModerateCocktail Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    BELLWETHER AT TOLEDO SPIRITS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Liberals welcome, no thx

    Downstairs is cramped but cool, the free comedy show brought us but after 25 minutes of no comedy we thought we'd try upstairs. We were immediately greeted by the bartender who asked us to move from the service station as he didn't like it "blocked" lol, wondering what's going on at the service station tonight, lol (pictures included)

    Making Lowertown hip
    Dawn V.

    Very happy to find this place and my new go-to in Toledo Really creative and delicious cocktails for a fantastic price- $5 more per drink in Detroit So many things I want to go back and try- food and drink You can purchase the spirits and accessories in the little shop in the back

    Pearl Diver Heart of Gold Vodka, Orange Tiger, Midori, pineapple, cream, mango boba pearls
    Ricky B.

    Recently went back to Spiriti di Toledo that's Toledo spirits in Italian it's my #1 favourite cocktail lounge in the Toledo area. My family has been in the craft alcohol industry for more then 30 years! Out of California and let me tell you Toledo Spirts is a Gem! Great cocktails & they make some excellent spirits themselves! The atmosphere is nice with the diversity of different kinds of music every time I'm there! Service is fast and very consistent yet not over overbearing which is nice some places the service is just to much. It has a nice Vibe & it's very relaxing ill definitely be coming back asap Thanks again Happy holidays New drink I posted is the Pearl Diver Heart of Gold Vodka, Orange Tiger, Midori, pineapple, cream, mango boba pearls *Orange drink*

    Alyssa L.

    Amazing rotating menu and of course drinks! They have a wide variety of types of spirits and their respective cocktails. The service is great and everyone is so friendly and gives great recommendations. They sometimes have live music but for the most part it's a cozy spot that is clean and well maintained. I need to explore this location more but I believe they have a brewery in the basement as well. I can't wait to return!

    2 old fashion cocktails from the same flask.
    Stacy A.

    I appreciate a cocktail that mixes complex flavors in a unique way that doesn't just rely on sugar. This is the place for that. They raised the bar for me on what to expect from an old fashion. Friendly & competent staff, & a parking lot with a view of the bridge I was just as an out-of-town friend, seeing the best cocktail places that Toledo has & it did not disappoint. It's located in North Toledo and I hope the bar helps lift the area up.

    Stone jam cocktail
    Enxhi B.

    Really enjoyed the vibes here on Saturday night. The ambiance is low light and pretty chill. The cocktails are pretty good as is the food. We got the chorizo nachos for an appetizer and they were pretty good. We both got the beef sandwich specials after which was tasty. The cosmo was very good and the stone jam was up there too! I think it's a little pricey for this area but I haven't encountered similar cocktail bars around here so this is a nice choice for a classier place :)

    Dustin H.

    With Chef Aaron from Fowl & Fodder taking over the kitchen of Bellwether, the already great dining options have been elevated! While they are known for seasonal menu refreshes, this year's Fall items are particularly fantastic.

    Peach Rum Tiramisu on the dessert menu. What??
    Cathy W.

    Cool vibe and ambience and very very eclectic cocktail selection from around the world. How 'bout a Suffering Bastard from Cairo? (Bourbon, gin, bitters, ginger soda) Or a Green Swizzle from Barbados? (Rum, lime, absinthe). We had a couple of not so exotics: a White Russian (off menu) and a Margarita. Alas, we like the ones we make at home better but at home we don't get a view of the Maumee River through big open garage doors, open to the cool early evening air. The kitchen fare is pretty electric too. And awesomely delicious!! You MUST try the Elote Flatbread. I love Elote (Mexican roated corn) but I've never had it like this before! It's incredible!

    Mike P.

    Easy five stars, baby. Easy five. Bellwether, located at Toledo Spirits Distillery, is a sophisticated cocktail bar located on Summit street. It's in the Vistula neighborhood (just NE of downtown). The parking is easy and safe. This place features a large selection of hand crafted cocktails utilizing, primarily, Toledo Spirits products. Creative stuff, good stuff...powerful stuff. Check out the 'Roche de Boeuf.' You should google it, then you should order one. It's Toledo's version of a Long Island, and It'll knock your dick in the dirt...if you're a dude. If you're a chick, prepare to be smoked, fried, and laid to the side. (Damn, I actually said 'dick in the dirt.' Apparently I'm reliving 7th grade through my kids). Honestly, the RdB isn't THAT dangerous, but if you have two, you might want to think about Uber. Outstanding atmosphere. Exposed brick, original wood, comfy seats, lots of natural breezes and light, cool tunes. Outstanding service (thanks to Dan and the other guys). Outstanding food? Yes, but only appetizers so far. I had the feta cubes with cantaloupe (seasoned with mint, herbs, and honey). Three bucks for a delicious and nice-sized portion. Satisfied, I was. Outstanding prices? Well... I can hear you saying "But Mikey, how are the prices?" So let's just say that like Kengo and Element 112, Bellwether is expensive, but you get what you pay for. Like I said earlier...easy five.

    Double Dragon and Devil in the Deep Blue Sea

    It was my first time here and it was my 21st birthday. All the staff went above and beyond to make my birthday special. I had no idea what to get and our server offered amazing suggestions. Every staff member we encountered was extremely friendly. I will definitely be back!

    Espresso martini and Percy
    Erin M.

    Lovely night on at the patio bar with view of the River. Cocktails are really tasty and service was great! Very casual and comfortable atmosphere. We'll be back

    Love  the Vibe here. Had to pop in on New Years Eve

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    Best cocktail lounge in Toledo! Christmas menu is great and the menu changes seasonally so there's always something new to try!

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    There is a limited menu but everything we have tried is very good. The drinks are always great.

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    4.3(7 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    We completely stumbled on this bar as they had only been open for a few weeks…read more They had a fantastic staff that was very pleasant and quick to get our order in. They had an amazing cocktail menu so I ordered the "Kiwi do you live me" drink and it was delicious! We only had a short amount of time before our plans so we didn't get to try and good, but it all looked delicious! We will be coming back to try that food.

    This spot is new. Only reason Im giving 2 stars. Room to grow. 40 minutes to place a brunch order…read morethat has 4 items. Not off to a great start. I called and made reservations. When we arrived the host? Not sure who he was just starts talking about the only seats at the bar. Didn't get a word in edgewise to say hey I have a reservation. We were the only folks sitting at the bar so ok. So back to where I was. 40 minutes later sitting directly at the bar trying to make eye contact and caught a server finally to take our order. Now 4 more folks came n sat at the bar. Somehow their food order got taken and before ours. My man is ticked and about to leave. Ordered a pearmosa which is a woodchuck cider not a mimosa to me. We got a waffle (cold), bacon, grits and the seafood grits. Most were cold. Butter just melted and that's after I heated it up next day. The flavor of the food was good. Just not proper temp, service sucked and the parking sucks. Limited street parking or pay to park lots. Im going to give them some time to grow before trying again. Two words for this black owned establishment. Do better

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    Riverside Barbeque - Beef Fat Potatoes

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    4.2(20 reviews)
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    I was really excited to hear that this establishment was going to open up last year. I am an avid…read moreBarbeque lover and this place did not disappoint! The whole ambiance and vibe of the area is very rustic and more old school which I love. The meat was delicious too, I've tried almost everything on the menu. The brisket is tender, juicy, and flavorful. The wings there are crispy on the outside and has a very nice succulent Smokey flavor on the inside. MY favorite thing on the menu would have to be the beef-fat potatoes. Really crispy and delicious! It is a QR scan-coded restaurant which makes ordering food easy and without wait! Self served drinks and an amazing bar! 10/10 would recommend to everybody I know!

    4/4 = 5? Yep…read more We've been here 4 times, and we've been happy 4 times. That adds up to 5 stars. In general, I hate online ordering. So, at RB, there is still that option (using QR codes to order and pay). But now, if you'd rather, you can order your food and pay at the hostess station. In both cases, the food is brought to your table. Speaking of food, RB is pretty damned good. The brisket, the mac and cheese, the greens? Hell yeah. I would say that the greens could use a little pork flavor. But in general, the Mrs and I were very happy. Liked the sauces, too. The atmosphere is clean, open, industrial, and includes 10 PINBALL machines! And a mirror ball? Ok. The benches are padded for comfort. The prices? BBQ is expensive, but I'll put in a little overtime...I'll (we will) be back! 5 stars!

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    4.8(6 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Our family visited for the first time 01.10.26 for an amazing tribute dedicated to my brother…read moreThomas L. Williams aka Kimathi Asante who passed away 12.01.25 May you RIP Brother K! The ambiance was welcoming and cozy, and the drinks were great! The band was really amazing...and a sincere & heartfelt thanks goes out to the house band: Andre Wright, Gene Parker and his son Ray. (Special addition Mr. Bobbie Johnston and his family - they provided food, love and hugs) To everyone, YOU ARE APPRECIATED! Thank you Peacock Cafe staff for allowing the space and opportunity to celebrate the life of our dear brother. We sincerely appreciate the warmth and hospitality that I'm sure he would've most certainly been proud of!

    I thought this spot was closed. Their Facebook page hasn't been updated since about 2017 and I…read morenever really hear anybody talking about it anymore. This bar has been here probably as long as I've been in Toledo and that's over 15 years. When you walk in you see this beautiful bar made out of wood. I don't know who made it but it is gorgeous. They have a nice selection of alcohol for cocktails and Sutter Home type wine. Even a few craft beers for me. They have special events like jazz on Thursday for free with free appetizers and host comedy events on occasion. Only problem is you have to search it out. They don't do a great job of advertising. Now this place has a reputation of being a primarily black bar but I have seen folks of all ethnicities here and they are welcome. The bartenders are semi-friendly depending who you get. Prices are like you would expect being near downtown. AKA overpriced. But the bathrooms are clean and the atmosphere is nice. Come check it out

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    Inside the five- fieldhouse - Food truck

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    4.8(5 reviews)
    4.3 mi
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    Received an invite to attend the Inside The Five Food Truck Soft Opening at the Fieldhouse. The…read moreeven was on Sat and Sun only. The weather was quite nice Sunday afternoon, so we decided to go and check things out. We ordered a flight of crafted brews: Blimey; Big Fat Boss Baby Mocha; and two Student Body Right and our food choices (limited menu for the soft opening). Because it was so nice out, we decided to occupy one of the tables in the "courtyard" area near the IT5 Food Truck. It did take long and I received a text message indicating our food was ready. We had a Mushroom Swiss Smash Burger w Fries and Chicken Tenders w Cole Slaw. Both food items were very good. The chicken tenders were tender and juicy. The smash burger was done to our liking. Fries were made while we waited. We had been to the Fieldhouse a couple times, but we did not know there was a fire ring set up "in the back 40". Nice touch. Maybe IT5 will utilize some of the additional space out back for more than one food truck? Time will tell...

    Alright inside the five. I have never been a big fan of their beer but for an ipa drinker like me…read moreits decent. Huge parking lot around the back and around the corner from the university. If it had been there when I was in college we would have been here. Great space inside with an upstairs that seems to get rented out for private parties but no worries because they have an awesome outside patio with cornhole etc outside. Food trucks good selection of beers galore. Along with quick friendly service. I get a wave from most of the bartenders because I been here a time or two. ;). Did I mention they do a lil farmers market thing from 11-3 on Sundays on the patio? I love new places. Eat your heart Earnest Brewery. There's a new sheriff on the south side.

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    4.2(37 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    Located in Fort Industry Square, Brew House Downtown is a pretty cool place. It's fancy, a little…read moreunique, and the product is great. If you need an after work pick-me-up, OR, if you want to edge off after work, BHD has you covered! This place is both a coffee shop, and the "speakeasy." Want a coffee or tea drink, a bagel, a banana, or a bougie pastry? You can find these in the cafe. If you want an excellent, if not overpriced, cocktail? You can find it at the bottom of the spiral staircase, in the bar area. The area directly above the bar (up a few steps up from the cafe), is a nice seating area. The view, over the parking lot(s) of the river, is surprisingly scenic. Service: This is a weird one...on nearly every occasion that we've been here, the wife and I got strange vibes. The people behind the counter in the coffee shop seemed, for some reason, snobby and aloof. C'mon, girls, you're baristas, not prima ballerinas...Still, the service was at least fast and accurate. I like the atmosphere. From the comfy chairs in the cafe, to the "secret" back door of the speakeasy, this place is very cool. However, THE BAR NEEDS A FOOT RAIL! All in all, this is a very nice edition to the downtown coffee, and bar, scene.

    I enjoyed stopping in at Brew House. I sat by the window, ordered a holiday cookie latte and read…read moremy book for a while. Very relaxing and nice ambiance. Friendly service and I will definitely return.

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