Easily the best stop we made on our weekend visit to the Toledo area! I visited on a Saturday after the Toledo Farmer's Market and could not be more impressed with their selection. All spirits and liquors are made in house. When we visited, they had their brunch menu going on which switches for dinner at 4pm. Will was our bartender and I could not have nicer things to say about him! He sparked up some casual conversation with us, answered some questions we had, and made some great recommendations on drinks! He mentioned their two most popular brunch drinks were the Espresso Martini & Benton's Old Fashioned. We ordered both and WOW! Such a balanced cocktail, nice presentation, and great flavors. Their dinner menu was currently inspired by well known novels which previewing the menu had me wanting to come back. Such a fun spot with unique offerings you won't find at other spots in Toledo. Must try! read more

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This place is really interesting with it's different levels. I feel like you can't go wrong as they have something for everyone. Beer and Pinball downstairs. With a hang out in the basement feel. Staff is friendly and willing to help. Hot dogs are ok, would prefer a warm bun. We have been here a couple of times now. I think they have great cocktails. Well made, beautiful, pricing is decent for the most part. I love the to go Strawberry Lemonade. It was perfect for summer boat rides. We also love the THC soda. Great flavor. We do not live in the area but we stop in everytime we are. read more

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Went for holiday brunch bingo and it was PACKED. The flatbread was quite nice, and the drinks are strong (it's a distillery - they should be). Bingo started off well enough, then devolved into basically a friendly shouting competition between the DJ and the drunk audience, so we left before it ended. read more

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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 read more

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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) read more

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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* read more

Bellwether at Toledo Spirits - Pearl Diver Heart of Gold Vodka, Orange Tiger, Midori, pineapple, cream, mango boba pearls - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Toledo, Ohio

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. read more

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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! read more

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Customer service is awful! Can't get anyone to return my call about a discrepancy in my bill. I visited on 12/26/25 called on 12/29 & on 12/30 no return call as of 01/05/26. read more

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

On a cold dark, February night, Ashley welcomed me and my wife into this phenomenal establishment. She stated there was a short wait but took our name down and suggested we enjoy the Heavy bar, downstairs. We waited, enjoying the boa buns. Instead of texting our number, Ashley came downstairs, made eye contact with our group, and gave us a smile and a thumbs-up to let us know we could go to our table. She even offered to carry all of our food upstairs. Emma -the server- came to our table with the most excellent service we have experienced in years. She handled all of our requests with a positive, welcoming, experience. We have had her as a server on prior visits and requested her today and will request her specifically next time we visit. She was able to hold small talk while keeping the conversation personable and professional. Emma and Ashley continued to provide excellent service. Ashley spent her free time bussing tables and checking on customers. The fritters, drinks, and wings and overall nutritional value were phenomenal. Thank you for the shadow puppets. I felt like I was amongst friends the entire night. read more

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 :) read more

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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. read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

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Fun to go support locals trying to do it. Nobody else is. The ambiance is pretty cool, we get it. The bartenders service was not wonderful nor were the drinks. So we will meet half way 3stars. read more

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! read more

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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 read more

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

Service was amazing. Claire was extremely personable and knowledgeable about the menu. The atmosphere is very comfortable. The food was delicious too. Will definitely go back. read more

3 Strikes and you're out. 4PM on a week day. 9 guest total inside and outside. Quote of the night. "Sorry for the delay, but the bar is backed up." -Waitress Strike 1: For the time it took for service, I could have ordered from the bar and walked back to my seat. But was told waitress service only. Strike 2: (9 guests still) The drink time was 15 minutes for a drink and a beer. Also, the specialty cocktails need to be reevaluated. Wrong glassware, inconsistent garnishes, sloppy pours and not every drink is served with a straw. Strike 3: The owner. Well..... he was to busy drinking a beer out back with his friends, while I was waiting 15 - 20 mins to pay his bills. MVP: The Waitress. She was nice and kind but she had to apologize for all the issues. Hmmmm.... I can get better service and timely drinks at a franchised restaurant. The Toledo Spirit does not shine here. read more

Great meeting place. Love there cocktail menu. Cozy laid back atmosphere. Definitely recommend. Pop in here and Relax read more

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Excellent every time. The espresso martinis here are the best I've had in Toledo and some of the best anywhere. The cocktail menu is extensive and haven't found one I don't enjoy. Smaller food menu but it's all great, especially the appetizers. read more

I went there with my fiancé and a friend and we had nothing but great things to say. The inside is open and airy and the service and suggestions from the bartender were appreciated. Frequent flyer now, and every time we come here everything is amazing from snacks to drinks. Great service too! Very glad this is part of the local community! read more

Loved my experience here and can't wait to visit next time I'm in Toledo! Was here for a rehearsal dinner and enjoyed so many cute and amazing drinks! Staff was so polite and told us a lot about the spirits. Even got a tour! The location has a super cool vibe. I should have brought a bottle home! read more

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Really enjoyed this place a lot, easy parking and easy to find location is always a plus. On top of that the service was fantastic, the cocktail options were numerous and were all delicious. Also got to try their flight of spirits, was pretty impressed for a micro distillery. Can't wait to go back! read more

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I came for Sleigh Bellwether and it was magical. The Christmas inspired drinks did not disappoint. The miracle on summit was probably my favorite but honestly I liked them all. We also tried a few things from the regular menu. I recommend trying the picked grapes and pimento cheese. It's well worth it. They have an interesting selection of hot dogs as well. I had the Hurley. It's basically a beef Frank with Mexican street corn, pico de gallo, and avocado creme topped with cilantro. They have vegan options as well. read more

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The Bellwether is hands down Toledo's premier craft cocktail bar. It's not the only place offering craft cocktails by any means, but it's the only place where the drink is central to the theme. The recently renovated interior is a surprising and beautiful treat from the buildings rugged nondescript exterior. Inside it is warm and cozy, hip and contemporary, and ultimately classy and fun at the same time. Toledo Spirits own distilled liquors are what the menu is mostly built around, which means each drink has been uniquely concocted by the staff to match the vision of the flavors coming out of the distillery. Regionally, this alone makes the Bellwether unique. As for the drinks: you can't go wrong. Classics like Old Fashioned and traditional daiquiris are sure to be found, excellently crafted and delightfully sipable. But the real magic here is in the staff's ever-evolving menu of new creations and slight takes and offshoots on old standards. My personal favorite is the Rum Old Fashioned. The Snoop in a Coup is a classy play on Gin and Juice that'll throw you way back, and the Flamingo is a slightly sweet with a touch of tart summer refresher. And that's barely scratching the surface. Play around on the menu, go deep, chat with your server or bartender and they'll help find something that matches your specific palate. The place gets busy and the drinks can be a little slow in coming just by the nature of how they're made, one at a time. So settle in, try some of the snacks - the pickled grapes get my vote for best bar snack in Toledo hands down, wonderfully weird and delicious! - but the fried chickpeas and salami spread are worthy munchies too. Ask questions, and try something new - you won't be disappointed and your palate will thank you. Straight up - it's not cheap, like most craft cocktail bars, drinks are going to run you $10 and up. For beer drinkers, no fret, there is a small but kind collection of craft brews available and Coors Banquet is always just $3. Standard cocktails (vodka soda, rum & coke, etc run around $7). But you get what you pay for and the Bellwether is offering an experience wholly original to any other place in Toledo. Kudos, a welcomed addition to downtown and the beginning of the revitalization of the beautiful and historic Vistula neighborhood. read more

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I go in there...order a margarita and an Old fashioned. Sat down a 20.00 bill. Attitude fulfilled bartender says. That will be 26.79. Are you fucking kidding me? The margarita was the worst I've ever tasted. I complained. She says. There's 2 oz of tequila in there. Lol. I didn't even taste Any triple sec. (I am a n experienced bartender). 26.00?????? Wtf? read more

Emma was an amazing server. She delivered prompt service. She gave amazing recommendations. She is such a kind soul read more

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First time here and will definitely return. The hand crafted drinks are a great start to the evening or a perfect night cap. The atmosphere is trendy and social. The space allows you to move around and enjoy the bar area. You can watch the drink makers do their craft and it's very entertaining. You will most likely order your next drink after watching them produce beautiful beverages. Don't plan on eating dinner there, but definitely enjoy some tapa style dishes that go very well with the spirits. If you meet Noel, she's an awesome server and will definitely make some great recommendations based upon your palette preferences. read more

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Hidden gem! I shouldn't post because I hope it stays this way!! We are not in Kansas any more Toto!!! Excellent atmosphere, service, drink and 'grub' selection .....this is a must see and I can't think of many places in comparison in this area read more

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A place that absolutely doesn't belong in Toledo (in a good way), Ive been coming here since they opened and everything they make is incredible. The menu is wonderfully creative and constantly changing, variety of atmospheres for being such a small building, and the staff has always been top notch. Emma has been a friendly face making us feel like regulars for years when we come in after a long day at work, and her and the other servers really tie together an incredible place. Out of the way, but we'll worth the trip down Summit! read more

Quote from my husband "10/10 would recommend to my worst enemy". But that was after I forced him to eat one of the "edible" flowers in our drink. Drinks were for a palate a little more refined than ours, but the atmosphere was nice and bartenders were great. read more

My friends and I had the best time at Bellwether. Amazing drinks and great service.... oh and spectacular hot dogs. They even had a great mocktail menu for those who do not drink. read more

Toledo was lacking in the craft cocktail dept until Bellwether. Great drinks made with local spirits for creative and classic pallets alike. They do gin really well. Plus, great music and ambiance. read more

Fantastic! Super cool atmosphere, knowledgeable/friendly bartenders, and the best craft cocktails in the area! Perfect spot for after dinner drinks. 10/10. read more

We took their tour and did a tasting for $10 on father's day weekend. We've been back several times since then and love their drinks! read more

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Phenomenal concept and amazing cocktail menu of their own distilled liquors and enjoyable snacks! We had items off of their specialty holiday menu, such as the "Holly Jolly" and the "Shoot your eye out!" so it is joyously fun and happy. The atmosphere was fun and breezy with easy parking. Easily one of the best places in Toledo! read more

Fantastic cocktails. Only house-distilled liquor I don't love us the gin, very heavy on some unusual botanicals. Make sure you start with a tasting. read more