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    Handlebar

    5.0 (1 review)
    Open 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    2 months ago

    Dixie was the best server I could ever ask for the drinks were amazing and I had a great time great atmosphere

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    The Culture - Old fashioned

    The Culture

    4.4(19 reviews)
    60.9 mi

    I imagine this is one of those places that gets better with each visit. I assume that repetition…read morecreates comfort for both the staff and the patrons. Unfortunately, I won't have that luxury. It was my first time in North Little Rock and after a little research, I was excited about visiting. The lackluster experience made me wish I could come back for a do over. You couldn't choose a better location and the ambience was exactly what you expect from an upscale cigar lounge. Big screen televisions adorned exposed brick walls and oversized chairs offer plenty of seating. The humidor offers a decent selection of cigars and there's a full bar in the back... the back. I think this is where it falls apart for me. All of the reviews I read bragged about the bar and from the pictures, it looked pretty enticing. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to see it because it sits behind a speakeasy style bookcase entrance that is marked "private". As a member of a lounge, I can appreciate exclusivity and an experience that feels elevated. However... it would have been nice to at least been invited to see the private area, especially since the bar literally lives there. Imagine having a huge selection of spirits and regulating non-regulars to a menu that doesn't include the selection! Don't get me wrong, I had a decent old fashioned but I have no idea what kind of bourbon was used. I take full responsibility. I should have asked but it would have been nice to be invited. I made it known when I walked in that it was my first visit and the gentleman that helped me was friendly. After more research, I learned that there is a fee for temporary access to the private area at the owner's discretion. I would have gladly paid - if I was offered. I know this review is all over the place, but that's the experience I had. It was far from horrible but definitely not what it could have been. I think it's worth a visit and I encourage you to have a cigar and an old fashioned. I would advise you ASK for a tour - it probably won't be offered.

    The Culture is the best cigar bar I've ever visited. Everyone was pleasant and inviting. Their…read morecigar selection is superb and David's recommendation for The Plasencia was a perfect mix with Guinness. Thank you for the great hospitality, David!

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    Hillcrest Fountain

    Hillcrest Fountain

    3.1(17 reviews)
    58.3 mi
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    Ugh, when will this place get over itself?…read more In short, it sucks. Too loud, too smoky, and to top it off....no LIQUOR?? This kind of establishment makes me NEED stiff drink, so I was quite unsettled to learn it had none. The location has the potential to be great, but they definitely need a little help. Meanwhile, I'll go the extra half mile to Pizza D.

    Already a Kavanaugh Boulevard institution, The Hillcrest Fountain recently received a total…read moremakeover (2020). Gutted and completely redone, this bar still serves up only beer & wine and attracts the local neighborhood late 20-30-somethings crowd. No food, but plenty of surprises await you... AMBIANCE Low lights enhance the dark wood and urban chic furnishings. The classic long bar has modern comfortable bar stools and those cool hangers for a handbag below. Booths and two-top bar tables are spread out and don't overcrowd the space. Even when packed with people, the crowd flow is still ok. For a dive bar vibe, this bar is spotless and stays clean. Separate men's & women's clean bathrooms are in the back near the door to their outdoor patio (not open yet, but I hear soon). Thursday-Saturday after 8pm it becomes THE place to be at night in this part of the city. Patrons during the day and during happy hour are mostly regular locals. This is a great place to meet, watch a game, play a game, share intriguing conversation, and enjoy beer and wine. Ask the bartender to show you a peek of the speakeasy door. Or don't. There is one salty bartender. BEER & WINE ONLY That said, the taps rotate an excellent sampling of local craft brews and popular national brands at very low prices compared to other local bars serving draft beer. Happy Hour daily, but not sure of what the hours or prices are. Just ask a bartender. The new keg beer system is ice cold and they seem to have just the right amount of foam as to not waste the draft. Those bartenders know how to pull a proper pint! Many other beers in bottles and cans are available. Yuengling Lager on tap ran out, but they had Yuengling Light available. They don't stay out long and the knowledgeable and polite bartenders will offer an alternative, not just say, they are out. The local popular Flyway Blue Wing was on-tap as well. The other taps spread the beer spectrum from sours to IPAs. The wine by the bottle or glass offerings are clearly well thought out with pricing and vintages meant to fit everyone's budget and wine palate. Specials by the glass are above on a chalkboard. I had a great 5 oz. glass of a Russian River Valley pinot noir, priced excellent. ENTERTAINMENT Along the mural painted East wall is a classic bar shuffleboard puck-style game. It's the one with the sawdust alley and you glide the pucks. Very cool and chill. There are two full sized billiard tables in the front center area of this bar. See the bartender with your ID and they will hand you the billiard balls rack. Nice new large televisions above the bar typically playing whatever is popular. The Olympic trials were on and the NBA finals at the same time. Bartenders are cool and will put on whatever you want within reason. Music is probably the best in the city, with the bartenders making their own playlist vibes. I think Spotify Pro with no commercials. Super groovy music, not just some selfish rando personal playlist. It's actually very well thought out. The music playlists are probably one of the most surprising things about this bar. Not too loud, just the right tempo, and a great balance of things you know and new music you want to know. Kudos to the sound vibe.

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