What a neat find at Haven City Market! Located adjacent to Native Son, Raffael's is a step into a…read moreSouthwestern vibe where guests can relax with their drinks away from the lively atmosphere of HCM. One of the coolest things about a speakeasy is the transition into the space. Here, there's a walkway and corner, then turn into the candle and subtle lit space. It's a small thing? But that bit of walk helps distance the mind and feel open to the special space. There is a bar with seating, a long high top, and bench & table booth-ish type seating. The colors are warm, reminiscent of sitting in a western sunset. Music plays - jazzy, alternative, happy music. We were greeted and seated by the friendly hostess, then welcomed warmly by the magic maker himself: the bartender! And what delightfully unique, and dare I say daring, concoctions he made! The cocktails each had a spin, an ingredient, something *different* from the norm, making it challenging for my friend and I to narrow down which delights to try! Even the popcorn was unique, with chili and nutritional yeast savoriness that was the perfect complement to our cocktails. My friend felt the Silver Cloud was quite the adult version of a smoothie dessert! She got ideas...I adored my Last Word. It was refreshing with the green chartreuse and incredibly not-put-down-able. Next up, she had the Bandolier. It was a very unique taste to her, pretty puckery, so the bartender - who checked on us regularly for impressions - added a bit more pineapple. That did the trick! My next was the Boulevardier, which was uniquely and deliciously twisted with the coffee and salt. Absolute yum!!! Even though there's a 90 minute limit, on this Thursday night there was plenty of space between imbibers, and we weren't pressured in any way to move along. Thank you, as we were due for a proper catch up. One thing we did notice, is that once there were more folks chatting and laughing, it became a bit echo-y and harder to hear. On a busier night, I imagine the ambience we first experienced- quieter, mellow, chill vibe - likely changes to more robust and lively. Either way, this place is a feels-far-away retreat worth "traveling" to.

My wife and I visited this place for the first time on a Friday night. The ambiance in this place…read moreis mellow, dim, with music that fits the space. The music isn't too loud which was nice as well. My wife and I tried several drinks between the two of us. All of them were very good. The staff were friendly and personable. Be aware that you may want to use the restroom prior to entering. If you have to use the restroom while inside, you'll have to exit outside and walk back into the market space to use one. This is a bar only, so plan accordingly to eat as there are no food items to order inside. 10/10 would recommend and my wife and I were glad we stopped in. This will be our go to local cocktail bar from now on.

Friendly environment Great flavors and a great place to…read morepost up when you're having a long night. Comfortable seating and good music.

I've been going to the Velvet Room for years and have always enjoyed my time. The new ownership…read more"Uncle Frank" is always nice and showing love. The staff is always there to service you as well. The hookah comes in different varieties and taste very authentic. The ambiance is a vibe, the music is great Andover the weekend it's a place to dance and hang out with friends. During the week is great as well. I will continue to go and enjoy myself and great company. If you decide to buy a hookah set they're great quality and you can also take some shisha home (the best in town) to enjoy, Uncle Frank and the staff always show love which is greatly appreciated ! I can't wait to see what he does to the renovations.

We only had drinks and no food. I'd loved the title that's why we decided to stop in and check it…read moreout and have a drink.

Nice place, if a bit open in design for my taste, but the staff makes up for the cold-ish decor and…read morethe drinks are pretty darn good

I went here for the first time this past Saturday with a friend, and overall it was a great…read moreexperience. The space is really beautiful and intimate, which made for a nice, relaxed vibe. The live R&B band and DJ were a highlight, and I loved that the crowd skewed a bit older--it made the atmosphere feel comfortable and welcoming. The only downside was the service. After getting our drinks, we waited quite a while to order, and there were long gaps before food arrived. Our waitress seemed overwhelmed, and my friend's order was even missed, which added more wait time. Aside from that, the music and overall vibe were really enjoyable, and I'd consider going back.

Only girls night out with friends from work!…read more Band was very good and I just enjoyed listening and watching the crowd on the dance floor! Had Shirley Temple drink with my Short Ribs on white bean sauce.

Yea! Location just opened and it's awesome. Great music and great food. Thanks to Zoe who took my…read moreorder. Kudos to cooks. I'll be back

SOK is all I have to say. Discovered this amazing beer here and instantly became my new favorite…read more If you like Pacifico you will love SOK! It's way too easy to drink... We also had the margarita pizza which was amazing and huge for 2 people we could not finish it. The service is great and they have baseball game on most of the time. Very cool atmosphere and wishing they had one closer to my house.

****If you see PRE-BOOK on priority lounge app--- DO NOT PRE-BOOK and pay $9!!! They said that it's…read morenot even reserved timing for anyone. It's literally nothing and you're just paying for nothing**** ***just go to lounge and check-in in person **** Decent selection of breakfast. I like the mini burritos and potatoes. Seating is couched or table seating. Filtered water tastes pretty good and is easy to dispense.

One of the most accessible airports but the lounge wasn't this last go round. There was a 1 hour…read morewait for 2 people on a Monday. I think it was the heavy Coachella travelers. The host at the front was doing the best she can with the line. Once we were called to come in, we were assisted by man who was fairly rude escorting us to a specific table when there were 3 others open. We ended up moving to another table of our choice. Food is decent, bar is small but doable. There are plenty of other seating- couch/lounge style - but those were taken up. The water machine was broken but they provide table top beverage dispenser with ice. It was empty with just ice. The entire time we were there, no one came to refill it. We opted to get a can of gingerale in the fridge. In the past, this lounge was much more pleasant. Because I like this airport, chances are I will be back and hope to see improvement.

Second time here and we got the same server ! Megan is the best server ever so knowledgeable & so…read moresweet !! We will come back once a month to eat the great food, amazing drinks and the best vibes!!

The atmosphere and food in this place was amazing! Meagan was the best! She's very attentive and…read morealways helpful whenever we come. Definitely a place to visit in the IE.

This has easily become one of my favorite places to visit once a month. As a wife and mother, it's…read moreone of the few places where I truly get to step out of "mom mode," relax, and just enjoy the moment for myself. The atmosphere is always welcoming, especially on live music nights. The owner is incredibly friendly and makes it a point to personally connect with every guest, which makes the experience feel even more special and intimate. It is a smaller venue, so I highly recommend making reservations if you want guaranteed seating because once the live music starts, the place fills up FAST. But every single time I go, it's always a great experience. One thing I truly love most about this spot is how it naturally brings people together. I've met new friends just by sitting, chatting, and enjoying the music and wine. It's such a positive and inviting environment. If you're ever in the area, I definitely recommend stopping by and showing support. And I absolutely have to add it's a Black-owned business, so let's continue supporting and pouring into businesses that create spaces like this for the community.

Mixed Experience at a Beautiful Wine Lounge - Reservation Strongly Recommended…read moreThe ambience here is genuinely lovely - dim lighting, stylish decor, and excellent music selection that created a sophisticated, relaxed vibe. I came alone to enjoy a quiet evening and try their wines, drawn in by the strong Yelp reviews. Unfortunately, my experience was uneven. I arrived without a reservation on a busy Saturday night and was initially told there were no tables available. Thankfully, another patron kindly offered me their extra small side table allowing me to stay - but I watched several groups get turned away at the door. Moral of the story: make a reservation. This place seems much better suited for larger groups, events, or celebrations than for solo visitors. Service felt stretched thin. The staff were pleasant but clearly affected service - they could definitely use more help on busy evenings. When I asked about a wine flight, I was told they were too busy to prepare one. Five to ten minutes later, I watched another table receive flights without issue, which was disappointing and made me feel overlooked as a single patron. I ended up chatting with a nearby group of six women who were also there for the first time based on reviews. We agreed the space is gorgeous and has potential, but our experiences were just "okay" overall. It's a beautiful spot with great music and atmosphere, but the operational hiccups and reservation policy make it tricky for walk-ins or solo guests. I probably wouldn't return personally, but if you're planning a group outing or special event, book ahead and you might have a much better time

Great cocktails. Service quick and friendly. Came here for happy hour after work. Did not…read moredisappoint. Vibe and food good too. Cheers!!

Whisper...more like a shout! Had the Poke Nachos which were tasty but nothing crazy. (For some…read morereason Poke _(insert form)_ is like a standard these days... cough* yard house, Eureka, etc.) We also had the grilled cheese with braised short rib and the short rib dish itself. The food was actually very tasty! The grilled cheese with the tomato soup balanced so well together. the sandwich provided the yang (sweetness) and the soup the yin (sour taste). The braised short rib dish also was succulent, not-chewy, and melt in the mouth. There were a couple of other dishes I wanted to try, including the wide assortment of alcohol but currently I'm de-toxing from an Asia trip and honestly my liver enzymes are probably crying... so is my lipid panel. Will keep everyone posted. #primarycare

Nice Lowkey kind of vibe live performances here are very cool , doesn't start getting packed till…read more1am though All caps on LOUNGE !

If I could zero I would. This establishment has false advertising. I seen a flyer for an event for…read moreFriday 3/27, show up and the lounge was closed. There were multiple people also shocked and appalled. The time was 11pm.