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Fifth & Rose

4.0 (174 reviews)
Open • 12:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
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Marc M.

Fifth & Rose: 8/10 Located in the lobby of the pendry, I came down and stopped by for some quick drinks before going to dinner. Service: 8/10 was a bit slower, but giving off the cocktail lounge vibe of no rush, no problem. Aesthetic & Ambiance: 8/10 nicer bar / cocktail lounge with a bit of seating but plenty bar space. Ambiance was a trickle crowd of people starting around 6pm. Big Lebowski: 8.5/10 great tiki drink, very yummy & sweet with a smooth coconut taste. Passion fruit spritz: 8/10 citrus forward with great blend of passion fruit. A little more on the sour side, not too sweet.

Rob P.

Why can't every hotel lobby bar be this cool? I used to live in San Diego and am pretty sure I've been to this bar before, but I was able to return the day after Thanksgiving when I stayed at the Pendry. I had a food & beverage credit so was lucky enough to have some amazing cocktails in a cool space 2 nights in a row. 5 stars, no notes!

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Ryan G.

Great ambiance ! Drinks were classy yet packed with robust flavors. I ordered the sunshine and the Diablo. I am a tequila kinda guy and these drinks hit the spot. Definitely worth a visit

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Catalina G.

I didn't try the food here but the espresso martini was to die for. A little on the sweeter side but I like the way they used coconut for the foam, it was different but a good different. Also our waitress was so nice and attentive. A great place for a drink with friends. Super lively on a friday night!

Khamphone K.

Beautiful bar. We stopped by during comic con weekend. Service was super fast! Staff were friendly. Drinks were so tasty. Ambiance was perfect.

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Jazlene T.

Such a cute bar located in the lobby of Pendry SD. I really liked their menu options, there's a variety. This is a chill spot to hang out if you're ever downtown. Drinks are a bit pricy but worth it. They have uncommon ingredients you won't find at any bar. My drink came out quickly too. You don't have to stay at the hotel to drink here and walk ins are welcomed.

Julie B.

3.5/5 overall: We ordered three cocktails and two appetizers, total without tip came out to $99. I'd recommend this bar to start or end the night with friends or a cozy date night away from the outside buzz of Gaslamp District. Inside decor is intimate and luxurious, and the drinks are sweet. We ordered the crab egg rolls (2) and truffle fries that were good as leftovers. Staff checked in once to take our order, doubled back to see if we wanted more drinks, but otherwise had to call for our check. The drinks came out quickly, but our apps came out after ~20 minutes.

Antoinette B.

The food was average. The hostesses were rude and the service is average. GREAT location and nice atmosphere.

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Miranda G.

Went with some friends for the girl dinner. The charcuterie was amazing. We all left full and with leftovers. Such a cute idea!

Fith and rose is a great pet-friendly spot with such a welcoming vibe. I brought my dog Skyler and the staff treated her with genuine warmth -- not just tolerated, but really welcomed. That's something you don't find everywhere, especially in a stylish place like this. The atmosphere is relaxed but classy, perfect for drinks and good conversation. Whether you're stopping by for a cocktail after work or a night out with friends, it feels comfortable and easygoing -- especially if you've got your pup with you. Definitely one of the best pet-friendly places around.Cherah is great server!!!

Kelsy P.

Cocktails were so good! Very nice waitress, delicious cocktails, chill and modern ambiance. Great spot for drinks!

kira l.

this was a very nice bar with great vibes!! i got some sort of acai cocktail that was delicious!! it wasn't very busy when i went, and i would recommend for a nice drink.

Speciality drink: feels like it should be featured at tiki bar
Jolie F.

We have popped into this bar several times before in the gaslamp area at the Pendry Hotel- sometimes this bar is empty and other times it is jammed with hotel guest, convention visitors and locals. This night the bar was slammed with only one bartender and a bar back. I felt sorry for the bartender as he was not only serving those directly at the bar but also fixing drinks for those at the tables. Too much for one to handle. And many of their drinks are complex. Despite the rush of people, the bartender still made solid drinks and provided the best service possible. What is expected of this caliber of a bar and the price of drinks that average around 20 dollars in an upscale location. We would come back to this location, during quieter times that we could relax with our cocktails.

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Had an old fashion with Buffalo Trace, very good. The atmosphere was classy and low lit.

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Good ambiance, friendly staff. Had the Harland lager -- nothing to write home about. No clamato drinks.

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ALTITUDE Sky Lounge

ALTITUDE Sky Lounge

4.0(1.8k reviews)
0.1 mi•Gaslamp, East Village
•$$

Altitude Sky Lounge in downtown San Diego has an absolutely beautiful rooftop view. From the top,…read moreyou can enjoy views of both the waterfront side and the downtown skyline, and honestly the scenery alone makes it worth visiting. To get inside, you have to go through the hotel entrance and then take the elevator to the top floor. There was no issue going up or down, and everything moved rather quickly considering we visited on a Friday night. Up top it was a little crowded near the edges where everyone was taking photos, but people moved around pretty quickly so it was still easy to get some really good pictures from the rooftop. I didn't order any drinks, so this review is based solely on the location and the views, but once you're up there it's just absolutely beautiful. We stayed for about 20 minutes, enjoyed the views, took in the atmosphere, and then headed out. Definitely worth checking out if you're in San Diego.

Wrapped up our night Altitude Sky Lounge San Diego. First time visiting. Wow.... We live in such…read morea beautiful city. Just look at that skyline. Chill vibes & music was at a descent volume. What we ordered: * White Russian * Lemon Drop I preferred the hubby's white russian vs my lemon drop. My drink was OK... This was a a beautiful way to end our night. It started raining on us so the hubby said we should leave. I wanted to stay longer though cause I was VIBING. #DiningWithTheAndersons #TryingNewPlaces #SanDiegoLiving #DowntownAdventures #AdultShenanigans

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ALTITUDE Sky Lounge - The perfect drink paired with the perfect view!

The perfect drink paired with the perfect view!

ALTITUDE Sky Lounge - Altitude is situated on the rooftop of the San Diego Gaslamp Marriott. Enter through the hotel lobby & take our express elevator to the sky!

Altitude is situated on the rooftop of the San Diego Gaslamp Marriott. Enter through the hotel lobby & take our express elevator to the sky!

ALTITUDE Sky Lounge - Birthdays, bachelor-/rette parties, private events or just a regular happy hour - we're downtown San Diego's preferred special event spot!

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Birthdays, bachelor-/rette parties, private events or just a regular happy hour - we're downtown San Diego's preferred special event spot!

Starlite - Starlite Burger

Starlite

4.1(2.7k reviews)
2.1 mi•Middletown, Mission Hills
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Every thing from the food to the service was amazing!! My fiancé and I went for our anniversary,…read morethey sat us next to the waterfall and it was absolutely beautiful! Our favorite meals from our trip were actually from here! The sides are best in my opinion but we did not have a single dish that we thought could be improved! Our servers were so sweet and on top of it!! We also really enjoyed all of the cocktails we were able to try. If you're thinking about going here I'd say book the reservation!

This is a the ultimate IG date night spot. They remodeled this place and it is epic! The bar looks…read moreamazing! The walls look like a starry night. You really get immersed in the ambiance here. Caesar was really good and a big portion! The dressing was nice and creamy with a hint of lemon. It wasn't overbearing. The tartar was delicious! It came with chips which was really good! The chips needed a little flavor tho, it was bland. The mozzarella sticks came with caviar. We got the steak sample which came with 4 different types of meats. We had 4 people and It was nice because you can try a piece of the different cuts. The jidori chicken was pretty juicy with this au jus sauce. We went pretty side heavy lol The twice baked potato is a must get with the steak. Broccoli and mashed potato was just good. The broccoli was a little soggy too. Carrots was a pass. Flavor was good but was overcooked and soggy. I think the food was good and some dishes were misses but still a great experience to enjoy a nice drink and hang out.

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Starlite - Bar area after entering

Bar area after entering

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Pistachio ice cream sandwich

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Raised By Wolves - Lots o' Scotch

Raised By Wolves

4.3(2.3k reviews)
11.7 mi•University City
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RAISED BY WOLVES @ UTC LA JOLLA…read more Raised by Wolves is located inside UTC La Jolla, tucked away in the very back of the mall near the Din Tai Fung area. I would definitely recommend parking around Corner Bakery or near 24 Hour Fitness for the closest way in. This was my very first time going to Raised by Wolves. I made a reservation on OpenTable, and if you are reading this right now, I highly recommend booking one. When we got there, the wait was two hours for people without a reservation. I booked for 9 PM on a Saturday night with my friends after dinner. We actually arrived at UTC earlier than expected, so we let the host know and they let us in about 20 minutes early. As for parking, they do not validate here. Parking is free for the first hour and then two dollars per hour after that, so just be aware that you may end up paying for parking when you visit this bar. It is set up like a speakeasy, which is really cool. You get to see where the actual bar is hidden. We ended up ordering a bunch of cocktails and the drinks were super great. I really loved the vibe overall. It was lively and chatty, and the staff was super friendly. The ambiance is very dark and classy. Keep in mind they do not serve food here. It is purely drinks only. Overall, I would definitely recommend stopping by.

Finally came to visit this bar, after reading other reviews both good and bad, I figured wth. We…read morewaited about 10 minutes for reservation, sat on the revolving fireplace and sat at the bar. You can essentially sit wherever, but the bar is the best seat in the house IMO. The scenery was cool and had the prohibition era feel to it, however the music was current and WAY TOO loud. There is nothing more annoying to have to shout to the person sitting over the next barstool for a conversation. So there's that. We ordered the Island Old Fashioned, which sounded interesting, but...alittle disappointed. I wanted to order another cocktail, but we had dinner reservations. The bartender(s) barely spoke and if they did, we wouldn't have been able to hear them, you know, because of the loud music. Maybe we'll come again for other cocktails when we visit San Diego again. Until then, RBW is a "check off the list" kind of thing.

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Raised By Wolves - Tiramitini and Mojito.

Tiramitini and Mojito.

Raised By Wolves - The secret panel that rotates like a carousel into the wolf den.

The secret panel that rotates like a carousel into the wolf den.

Raised By Wolves - Smells of leather bound books and rich mahogany

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insideOUT - Chips and dip

insideOUT

4.4(1.5k reviews)
2.8 mi•Hillcrest
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We chose InsideOUT to celebrate our anniversary because the pictures we saw were beautiful. We will…read moreDEFINITELY come back because of the amazing food, drinks, and service we received from Eriel. Well done!!!

See and be seen, especially in the oasis-like outdoor courtyard surrounded by a residential…read morecomplex--how fun for the neighbors... ;) Having made an early Saturday evening reservation, our party of 4 was seated promptly upon arrival. Our friendly server helped us navigate the Cali-Med menu, including several seasonal offerings, and we ended up sharing everything family-style except our drinks: DESERT MULE prickly pear syrup, lime, pineapple juice, simple syrup, muddled basil, kefir ginger soda ATAY SPRITZ angels envy bourbon, spearmint, sencha green tea, la marca prosecco, lemon CRIMSON SMOKE illegal joven mezcal, ginger bitters, lime juice, prickly pear SAUCY LITTLE TART deep eddy lemon vodka, chinola passion fruit liqueur, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, sprite LEMON CREOLE JUMBO PRAWNS romesco, pickled fresno chili, frisee, marcona almonds, fresh herbs KIMCHI POKE TOSTADA sashimi grade ahi, foraged seaweed, house-made kimchi, petite herbs, furikake ROQUETTE ARUGULA & PICKLED GREEN STRAWBERRIES persian cucumber, chamomile-sicilian lemon balsamic, humboldt fog, tajine, crispy shallots BRAISED LAMB SHANK TAGINE ras el hanout, apricot, walnut, barberry, saffron basmati rice, mint salsa verde CREMA CATALANA spanish crème brûlée infused with orange zest and warm spices BAKLAVA ICE CREAM SANDO pistachio & walnut baklava with ice cream and afloral honey syrup HOUSE BEIGNETS

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insideOUT - Spring oasis

Spring oasis

insideOUT - Dip and chips

Dip and chips

insideOUT - Pear mocktail

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Prohibition - Our famous Prohibition Old Fashioned

Prohibition

4.0(1k reviews)
0.1 mi•Gaslamp
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So came down to San Diego to celebrate my brother birthday and we decided to take a whiskey class…read morewith our ladies. So we found that Prohibition offers a whiskey class where you can make drinks yourself. Met the owner Ryan who is the owner of Prohibition Whiskey and he told us the story about how he started the business and we connected because he was from Oakland. From that moment it was on and poppin. The vibes of the class was great and conversations along with the drinks were flowing. We ended the night by making an espresso martini made with whiskey and it was amazing. Plus it was dope that I got to make the drink myself. Can't wait to come back to San Diego to patron this establishment

I went to Prohibition when I was attending a conference at the Convention Center, so I think my…read moreexperience is a little different. A sponsor had rented out the whole place and all drinks were comped with food being passed around. We had cuban sandwiches and empanadas, which I think were all from the Havana restaurant upstairs. Food was great! Drinks were good, but the menu was so confusing to me. I didn't really like how they categorized them. Sometimes I feel like just being straightforward is better. Too cute with trying to do the prohibition/speakeasy menu. It did take a while to get drinks when it was packed. Understandable. But I had a few that were good, the boats and hoes, and keffir lime tequila drink were great. I would say that the bathroom had a bit of a stink to it...not sure what it was but smelled just like coming up from the pipes. May just be a basement issue. Overall, good experience. It didn't feel super special but just like any other speakeasy. I like False Idol better in terms of overall vibe.

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Prohibition - El Fruterio featuring Azunia GBOD single barrel reposado tequila

El Fruterio featuring Azunia GBOD single barrel reposado tequila

Prohibition - Live Jazz/Blues/Roaring 20's kinda vibe! My kind of bar/lounge! (5/5)

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Live Jazz/Blues/Roaring 20's kinda vibe! My kind of bar/lounge! (5/5)

Part Time Lover - The record room

Part Time Lover

4.2(537 reviews)
3.2 mi•North Park
•$$

Great vibe and speedy service!…read more We loved the Vinyl room and security was very attentive to their surroundings.

I came to Part Time Lover last year after eating at a restaurant nearby. I don't drink alcohol in…read moregeneral so I had asked if they could make a drink virgin... They told me no. The only options then were "a fruity drink, a chocolate drink, or a bubbly drink" and so I asked for a fruity. It tasted like juice in sparkling soda. I honestly was underwhelmed and turned off by the fact they hadn't put any effort in thinking about customers who come for the vibes but don't actually drink alcohol. It was also a jam packed Saturday night and it was incredibly loud so when trying to talk to my friends sitting next to me I had to shout. Ended up straining my voice by the end of the night. This experience last year was probably 2-3 stars, not good. But fast forward a year and some months later, they have a "Free Spirited" section on their menu now!!! This time I also went with a fruity drink and it was actually really good!! I'm glad Part Time Lover has turned a new leaf and actually put conscious effort into their mocktails. We also came here earlier on a Thursday night so it wasn't packed, was very easy to get a seat and just hangout. This better experience bumped up my impression of the place, so 4 stars!

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Part Time Lover - The bar at PTL San Diego

The bar at PTL San Diego

Part Time Lover - Bikini Kill (Serrano tequila blanco, mango, guava, tamarind, xila, lemon)

Bikini Kill (Serrano tequila blanco, mango, guava, tamarind, xila, lemon)

Part Time Lover - Record store to the left. Bathroom straight ahead

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Record store to the left. Bathroom straight ahead

False Idol - Reserve Mai Tai

False Idol

4.4(1.4k reviews)
0.9 mi•Little Italy
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They don't serve food but they are connected to craft and Craft & Commerce which has good food…read more The staff is awesome I've never had a bad experience and when visiting for a special occasion they've always gone above and beyond to ensure we have a good time! The decor is incredible it's absolutely a must see for all tiki fans and anyone who loves a heavily themed bar!

My husband and I had been wanting to check out False Idol for quote some time. We finally went…read morerecently on a Thursday evening and had a 10PM reservation. We were going for drinks after my husband's birthday dinner. At first I was confused as I didn't realize it was inside of Craft and Commerce, but after asking a few people, we were able to join the check-in line. Anyway, there was a long line waiting to get into the speakeasy. I didn't mind, as we were about 20 minutes early, but it was a little chaotic and I wondered why the line was taking so long to just check in. Some of the parties in front of us didn't have reservations, as they were turned away at the door. We were greeted warmly and asked to wait a few minutes. We were then walked through the entrance. The decor was spectacular. We walk though a skull-lined hallway and found ourselves in an eclectic, tropical paradise. At first, we were offered to get drinks at the bar where we could wait until our table was ready. However, there was a cute little table with a couple of stools right by a waterfall, and they offered doe us to sit there instead if we preferred. It was a cute little setting, so we opted to stay there and forgo our reserved table. Unfortunately, we realized a bit too late that it was not a good place for a date night conversation, as the bar is really loud and the stools were too far apart to have a good conversation. We were greeted by our servers, one who was a trainee. They walked us through a very long menu that was a bit of a book. They asked our drink preferences, and made some recommendations. The drinks were good and beautifully decorated. Some of them came in fun glasses. I had both the Jet Pilot and the Mai Tai. My husband enjoyed both of his cocktails. He chose them because they were supposed to have banana. Unfortunately, he couldn't taste the banana in either, but he enjoyed them regardless. Service started off great. When our server came back to see if we wanted a second cocktail, we weren't quite ready, as the menu is large and we were still making selections. Unfortunately, it took her a really long time for her to return, so we almost asked for the check instead of the second cocktail. We did end up ordering the second one, but it would have been nice if we had been checked on more frequently. We saw a few tables with several people order large cocktails meant for a group. When they brought them out, there were thunderstorm special effects that were fun. All in all, I thought the decor was really great. The drinks were good and the service was friendly, but a little lacking. I thought the check in process was a bit of a zoo, and I also felt that the atmosphere inside was a bit chaotic. I might give it another chance on a quieter night, and request a table that creates for a better date night conversation spot.

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False Idol - Rum Old Fashioned

Rum Old Fashioned

False Idol - Isn't it gorgeous?!

Isn't it gorgeous?!

False Idol - Tiki themed decor

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Tiki themed decor

Mothership - Amazing decor

Mothership

4.3(1k reviews)
2.3 mi•South Park, Golden Hill, North Park
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What a fun spot! So glad we got to try this limited-time concept with its…read morespaceship-meets-futuristic-tropical-paradise vibes. The place was boppin, with lots of fun people dressed up and ready to embrace the whole experience. The backstory is that the Ancient Astronaut Shuttle Crew aboard the A.A.S.C. MOTHERSHIP gets stranded on an uncharted planet after a solar flare fries the ship's electronics. With limited resources to repair the ship but plenty of plant life and intoxicating spirits, the crew eventually accepts its fate and turns the place into a permanent vacation. Honestly, getting stranded in a mysterious tropical paradise with cocktails doesn't sound so bad to me. The drinks were yummy, although I was a little scared by the warning that you're limited to TWO alcoholic drinks! We also tried the zero-proof drinks: Mindchiller, Tracking Device, and X-Ray. All fun and fit the whole cosmic experience. We went a little wild and ordered almost everything on this plant-based menu: potato, sandwich, salad, pancake, rice, donut, bread, and soft serve. You can tell they put a ton of creativity into the concept and presentation. Maybe the menu naming department got left behind during the spaceship emergency? The food was fun, but nothing quite as out-of-this-world as the concept. Our favorites were the potato and the rice, which had that paella-style socarrat, the delicious crispy bottom. The donut was a bit greasy, and the salad was too wet for my liking. We also tried the Thai tea and black sesame miso soft serves. Neither had that super-creamy soft serve texture, but both were tasty. The server was super nice and friendly. Took us a long time to get seated but we can't blame anyone bc the party before us was just having too much fun and didn't wanna head out. A few tips for your mission: Make a reservation on opentable! It's a small space, so better for a small group than a huge crew. Leave time to find parking, or just uber since those drinks are effective! Check out the cool bathrooms too. Even those are part of the experience. Overall, come for the immersive spaceship vibes, creative drinks, fun crowd, and quirky atmosphere. The food is enjoyable, but the real star is the experience itself. A fun little intergalactic escape without actually leaving the planet!

I'm so torn on what to rank this place because food and drinks- amazing 9/10. Service on Saturday…read morenight 5/10 unfortunately. Servers were very attentive but the drinks took 30 min and one of them was forgotten. On the bright side, the interior is so unique and fun! The drinks were strong and tasty- definitely on the sweet side but all delicious. I was very pleasantly surprised with the food. Bread, delicious. Rice, flavorful. Potatoes, amazing. Would def go back!

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Mothership - Deceiving Exterior

Deceiving Exterior

Mothership - Mindkiller

Mindkiller

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Noble Experiment - Spiced banana flip! Delicious!

Noble Experiment

4.5(1.9k reviews)
0.2 mi•East Village, Core
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My husband and I recently spent some days in San Diego. He found this speak easy and we decided we…read moreneeded to try it out. This was definitely the highlight of our trip. From the spooky, dark, skulls old school ambiance and decor, to the experience of not ordering from a menu, everything about it made it feel unique and curated making it feel like a true individualized experience. As mentioned, there are no menus. We sat at the bar, the bartender makes casual conversation with you regarding the types of drinks you enjoy. He curated something for both my husband and I based on what we shared we enjoyed. The drinks were delicious. The entry was very cool! It felt as if you were entering a hidden spot - which you do. When you enter the restaurant, you let the hostess know you're there for the Noble Experience. She let us know to head to the wall with the kegs (which is actually a door). You enter and there's a small waiting area where you're greeted by another hostess. This place is a 20/10. We can't wait to return on our next visit to SD.

Drinks are hit and miss. No menu bar is more gimmicky than anything…read more I'm sure there's some set menu that the bartenders just play off of and quality of the drinks really really just depends on who's your bartender. First round was great, not exactly what we ordered but still quality cocoktail. Second round was not good at all. And especially not what we ordered lol The wait on off days can be 5-10 minutes. Busy days it can be 1-2 hours. Drinks: 5/10 Service: 6/10 Atmosphere: 7/10 Value: 4/10

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Noble Experiment - Strawberry cucumber Gin cocktail

Strawberry cucumber Gin cocktail

Noble Experiment - Ceiling and chandelier

Ceiling and chandelier

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