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    Clandestino

    4.5 (18 reviews)

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    Jen K.

    I was so excited to try this place. And I really did want to love it. Unfortunately I couldn't give it a rave review for multiple reasons. The positive of it is the place is in Belevdere Square area. Super easy to get to and parking even on a Saturday night was no problem. It's a cool idea in a local restaurant, a secret door to a back room that opens up into a speakeasy cocktail bar. Although they do serve food from the restaurant as well. When we entered there was a woman musician up front who was great. The bar is at the back of the room. The unfortunate part was the bar itself was very small and crowded. Difficult to get one of the 2 bartenders to get you a drink. They were nice but not overly helpful or friendly. We ordered 4 drinks, one was absolutely horrible (tall white drink in photos not sure on the name) We did get 2 margaritas, both came out looking different in appearance (one was white and the other yellow) and tasted so-so, very sour, not in a good way. The 4th drink a whiskey and coke, seemed to be satisfactory for the person drinking it. I was really disappointed because the place is a fun spot, loved the decor. Liked that it's easy to get to and parking is no fuss. But not sure if I'm willing to give it another try since it's well...a cocktail bar and the cocktails did not make me want to ever taste another one there.

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    Olakunle O.

    I enjoyed this hidden gem. I don't know if I'm doing a disservice talking about it or if I should let word of mouth work its magic. But here I am on Yelp saying that this is a dope speakeasy with reasonably priced cocktails (the priciest one was $12 at the time of this writing). The bartender was outstanding and the ambiance superb. Check it out!

    LaToya E.

    What a cute bar!! I had never been to zen west so I can't speak to that per say but this place seems like an upgrade! We walked right in and were greeted by Judd who was welcoming and excited. Sat down and ordered drinks. I had a strawberry gin and tonic that by that alone I'll be back for. I did dock one star because we couldn't order any off menu drinks which feels weird for a bar but otherwise it's a good find!

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    Gretchen B.

    Fun new bar/speakeasy located in the Zen West restaurant. Very nice and comfortable atmosphere. Great cocktails, mood lighting, and fresh plants. Food can be ordered from Zen and brought into Clandestino. Both sides have the same owner.

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    What a hidden gem. Literally. Walk through a secret door and you're whisked away to a cool tequila bar with a wonderful vibe.

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