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What a fun Wednesday night celebrating AAPI month! This was such a great event. Very well organized and service was flowing throughout the whole night. I love the ambience at 93 'Til. Very cozy but also has a good vibe. There were enough seats for everyone. I like that we could sit down and chill while the food comes out. Our server was very nice and friendly. My favorite items of the night were the chicken liver with berry jam. Pate was very smooth and had a nice texture. The pork shoulder steaks were tender. Probably my favorite of the night. The chicken sandwich sliders were a perfect size. The chicken had a bit too much batter for my taste. The fried fish with black garlic aioli was pretty good. I like the pickled carrots it came with. We had a blast! I got to catch up with many friends and met new ones too. Thank you to Jando, Brittany, the Yelp Houston team, and the 93 ' Til team for organizing and hosting! Looking forward to all the AAPI events this month.
Long day, so I needed a little time away. I ordered an Uber, and I was relieved because the parking lot was tiny and a bit chaotic. Crossing the street to park wasn't on my bingo card that day. Notwithstanding, my driver was his own batch of crazy and almost sent us to the hospital a few times. Yowzers. 2 stars, wouldn't recommend. Regardless, I was so happy I missed standing in line for half an hour in the beautifully blazing hot Houston semi-summer sun. Apparently, there was quite some wait and people were dripping with sweat. Actually, heard the complaint from several Yelpers IRL, but it mysteriously didn't make it to the reviews. Lol. The selective outrage is WILD when it comes to certain establishments. Anyway...#WeMove. For the past 3 years, I've appreciated HAPI. There's usually an incredible list of businesses I would've never heard of had it not been for Jandoooo, the Yelp Houston team, their research, preferences, and vetting system. We STAN weeks filled with secret bites and hidden gems (at least to me!) When one of the owners came up to speak to us, I could instantly catch a whiff of his sincerity, humility, and joy. I always appreciate that in a business owner. His story was inspiring and the origin story of the name, '93 til, was admirable. The gentleman with the ~nifty mustache~ came to chat with our table a few times, and anyone who knows me knows the personal touch will always be a fav for me. The staff was super attentive, made sure we tried every item on the menu, checked if we needed more water, and were ON IT when it came to removing trash from our table. (Shout out to Chi for the cute location and saving me a seat!) Now...I will pretty much try any dish at least once (except snake, mice, cat, and dog) however, some of the flavor profiles, combinations, and visual appeal in these samples were off-putting to me. So...yeah, not a fan at all. Nevertheless, the chicken sandwich, that came out 4th, was juicy, thick, and flavorful. It was well-breaded and even that little citrusy and crunchy addition of the coleslaw was a hit for me. Everything worked well for a tasty bite. Another star was the mocktail. It was super yummy - refreshing, sweet, salty, and spicy with a heavy pour of ginger beer (the only carbonation I drink). I mean...what else could you want? Maybe more? Yes, I had three. Haha. I ended up leaving earlier than the majority and much earlier than I anticipated, because the spacing of the dishes exiting the kitchen was a bit of a nuisance. I didn't want to wait to see how many more were ahead. From the looks of it, I only missed tasting the pork belly and the dessert. I am ok with that! I would've been truly content with just the chicken sandwich and the mocktail the entire night. I felt bad because everyone lingered well past the time we were scheduled. While I was outside waiting on my Uber, many would-be customers dropped by and were turned away because of our event (even though the sign on the door said until 8:30 p.m.). I used that as an opportunity to socialize Yelp and Yelp Elite to anyone who seemed open to conversing. Some wanted to join, most were inquisitive, and others were just upset they drove there for nothing. Yikes. Side note: '93 til is a coffee bar in the morning and if I'm not mistaken the hours are from 6 a.m. to noon or 3 p.m. (omething like that). I like multi-use and multi-themed restaurants! More bang for your buck. Thank you, Jando and the Yelp Houston team, for the evening. Keep 'em coming!
I have visited 93 'Til before and enjoyed my time there. It provides an intimate vibey space to have a drink and listen to vinyl. If I lived in the neighborhood where it's located, I'd be a more frequent patron! I was happy to see this event to celebrate Houston Asian Pacific Islander (HAPI) Heritage. Things I loved: the chicken liver mousse with berry jam and the beet salad with goat cheese, citrus, and cashews, these were my absolute favorite bites of the night. I also loved that getting food was organized and there was no swarm to try a sample! What fell flat for me was the spacing of the samples, however I recognize that we are a large crowd. The staff at 93 'Til were kind, cool, calm, and collected. Megan circled around often. I was happy to see old friends and I didn't get to mingle as much but met one new Yelp friend (Hi Sofia!). Thank you Jando, Brittany, Yelp Houston, and 93 'TIL for this event!
What a great way to spend a hump day evening and celebrate HAPI month! I have heard lots of buzz about 93 'Til but never got around to trying it until now, thanks to the YEE. A great opportunity to learn about a local Asian-owned business in the area. Entry was efficient - the staff was kind enough to bring us waters as we waited outside. Jando informed us while in line NOT to crowd the bar upon entering, rather find a seat and the food and drinks will come to you. The drink situation was a bit confusing despite this however, as the bartenders had prepared drinks up for grabs from the bar at the beginning of the event. However as the event progressed, you could just go up to the bar and order whichever of the drinks from the event menu you desired. David behind the bar definitely kept the drinks flowing; big kudos to him and the other bartender working hard to take care of our crowd of Elites. For food, I tried the chicken liver mousse with berry jam, beet salad with goat cheese citrus and cashews, fried fish with black garlic aioli, chicken sandwich sliders, pork shoulder steaks with blood orange pico, hazelnuts, and sunchokes; and finally the carrot cake tres leches. My favorites of the night were the chicken sandwich sliders and the fried fish. The chicken in the sliders was cooked to perfection - super crispy with a juicy inside, just how I like 'em. The fried fish reminded me of Vietnamese ca rang muoi (salt & pepper fish), and also came out with a nice crunch. I'll definitely be ordering these on my next visit! For drinks, I tried the Bee's Knees, the Jack Bonded Old Fashioned, and the Verdita. The Bee's Knees didn't appeal to me, which I totally expected as I'm not a huge gin fan. The Old Fashioned was out of the park, however. After trying the Verdict, I was afraid the Old Fashioned might be on the sweeter side, but it was definitely boozier and ranked as my favorite drink of the night. Vibes were excellent throughout the night. Everyone was having a good time and we Elites all mingled amongst ourselves, happy to be celebrating HAPI with great food and drinks. I like the chill record bar vibe of 93 'Til, feels like a nice place to go have good conversation with a friend over great food and drinks. Thanks to Jando, Team Yelp Houston, and Lung and his team at 93 'Til for making this a banger on a Wednesday night. I'll be adding this one to my rotation of happy hour spots and definitely look forward to returning soon.
93' Til let us kick it with them and it was a HAPI great time on a Wednesday! Thank you to Jando, Brittany, Yelp Houston and all the attentive and friendly team at 93' Til. Service goes a long way and 93'til went above and beyond. Without us even asking, as we were waiting in the Houston heat, they came out with water! It's the small details that go a long way and people (at least I do) remember. That alone really elevated my excited to see how the rest of the event was going to be if they're this mindful before you even step in the door. They did not disappoint. I like and always appreciate when an event is sit down style and the food is brought or served to us, this way EVERYONE is able to have a sample and avoid people being greedy and taking more than available before your other fellow Yelpers have a chance to sample. Food: 5/5 Everything that was offered, I can say I enjoyed. My callout favorites were: pork shoulder steaks and the chicken sandwich sliders. Drinks: 5/5 My favorite was the Bee's Knees - gin based. It was just the right amount of tart and sweet. I've had some from other places, but this one was well balanced. I did try to get another one, but they had ran out of it. The Jack Bonded Old Fashioned was ok, it wasn't too sweet, but also nothing noteworthy. There was some confusion between the Verdita & Fluffy Green Juice (one had tequila the other did not) it tasted refreshing but they are very similar in appearance and ingredients that we weren't sure if which one we were trying. Ambiance: 5/5 While parking is limited on the lot, you're in Montrose after all, there is street parking. I decided to Uber to avoid parking headaches. There is outdoor patio seating area and once inside you're transported to a cozy and inviting atmosphere with moderately dimmed lights, vinyl and simple layout. Service: 5/5 As mentioned above, the staff went above and beyond, they made sure that EVERYONE was being taken care of. If you missed getting a sample, they remembered and let you know they're getting more for you to try. I anticipate my return to fully try their menu and just enjoy the vinyl vibes.
I really enjoyed the elite night at 93 'Til. The restaurant, tucked in the middle of a neighborhood, is an unassuming spot where asian-inspired food, classic cocktails with a twist, and coffee, come together in a laid-back, yet refined setting. Vinyl records spin in the background, setting the tone for a relaxed meal, night time drinks (or coffee in the morning), and easy conversation. The event was structured such that each dish was prepared one at a time and served to guests every 15 minutes or so. While some guests may have viewed this as a bit slow, I really appreciated this approach. So often we are in a rush to do everything, the leisurely pace and dedicated time used to prepare each of the dishes was a good reminder to slow down and relax. My diet is a bit restricted so I did not sample all of the dishes but I really enjoyed the beet salad (minus the goat cheese) and all of the cocktails - bee's knees, jack bonded old fashioned, and Verdita. The pineapple rosemary hints in the bee's knees was an unexpected, pleasant surprise. Great event! Grateful for the opportunity to try a new spot and of course, participate with our elite program.
YEE for API month is off to a fantastic start! I love love love when we get to showcase different businesses and support their heritage in the community! This was such a fun cool vibe of event that I can get on with in the future. As we arrived we were lined up along the outdoor patio! We were handed out some cold water, it was a little toast out, so that was a nice touch to greet all the guests as we arrived before we entered. After being checked in and ushered in, the vibe felt like a cool cozy living room from the early 90s. The vibin music, the dim lighting and the eclectic furniture brought it all together to take you right back. There were a variety of beverages to try, I tried the bees knees, verdita, and old fashioned and I'd say the bees knees was my fave. It was light, refreshing and delightful! And anything in a coupe makes me happy! The staff were so sweet! I specially recall Megan being such a joy, with great banter and a comedic swagger about her as she passed around samples for us to try. All the staff, honestly, great big smiles, and so on it! Out of the food I got to try the beets, the chicken patté (not sure how you spell that!) and then the chicken slider and pork! The chicken slider was just crunch and juicy and season nicely, prob my fave dish of the evening. I feel like I was just at home and at ease in the space. It was such a relaxing evening getting to chat with everyone and enjoy the space and I love when there's a place you can go and feel like you're home when amongst staff and friends!! Thank you to the 93' staff for your awesome hospitality and to Yelp and Jando for another kickass event!!
Being a big fan of 93 'Til I was excited when I saw that an HAPI Elite Event was taking place there. This was one of those events where you think you will need to eat before because it said that it will be a tasting, but when we arrived it exceeded my expectations. In terms of not only the service but the quality of the food and vibes, it was so great! They had three different cocktails and a mocktail for us to sample. And by sample, I mean full serving size. The bees knees and the old fashioned were the standouts. We got to try the chicken liver mousse, beet root salad, fried fish, the chicken sandwich, pork shoulder, and the carrot cake tres leches. My absolute favorite item of the night was the chicken sandwich followed by the beet salad. I can't comment on the pork dish because I don't eat pork. The fried fish bite was delish and crispy! The carrot cake tres leches was a great way to end the evening. Lung gave us a background on the concept and how the vinyl concept started with him and his buddy talking one day. I am a big fan of the restaurant but never really got to try all the different items before so would definitely like to come back. I think they did a great job highlighting all the different items. We got to try a variety of protein and different textures from beginning to end. It was probably one of the most cohesive presentations that a restaurant has offered at a Yelp elite event. The beets with the goat cheese foam with the citrus vinaigrette and the almonds was such an amazing dish that I will definitely be ordering that the next time I go. The chicken sandwich had such a nice crispy bite while having a nice juicy inside and the slaw really made for an excellent bite! Thank you Yelp Houston, Jando, the entire 93 'Til team, and everyone else who worked BTS to make this event happen.
Loved it all. The service from the entire 93 til team was top notch. All the kudos and cheers and claps for them. Thank yall!!! I recommend this restaurant a lot to people. I think the ambiance, vibes, food AND drink all knock it out of the park... very unique, so I was very happy to see we had a YEE scheduled here! the owner's story of this conception was cool to hear. HAPI! The pork was the last savory dish we had, and probably my overall pick of the night.
When I heard about this event I was excited. I have been more than a couple of times, and enjoy it every time. Parking A known issue. Super small lot, but street parking around. If you can Uber, you're better off. It's located close to some walkable spots too, so you could crawl a bit. Service Fantastic! They brought water to the line as we waited for the doors to open. That was very kind. Check-in was a cinch, scan, line up, ane hang out. Done. The staff were very good roaming about with the food, serving at the tables and the such. The bar was hustling and kept up well with the crowd. Drinks The Jack Bonded Old Fashioned was my favorite, followed closely by the Bee's Knees. The Verdita was flavorful, but wasn't what I wanted that night. The barkeeps did a great job! Food I didn't catch any names, so I'll do my best to accurately label the food. The crustini was solid. I liked the flavors and texture. It was wee, so i could have had a few more. The beet salad was a surprisingly top rated item for me. I really liked it, again flavor was on point and texture was pleasing. The catfish was okay. I'm not critical on this one, I'm just not into catfish. I'll eat it, I won't order it. The chicken sandos were probably my favorite. They had crunch flavor and juice. Some heat would have made them spectacular. And I think the last item I had was a beef taco, or something similar. It was okay, but not standout. A very well executed event, at a great location. Thank you to the owner for letting us in his house. I've always enjoyed going here, and I'll be back again soon. Thank you to Jando and Team for a great opportunity to support local!
Cool event w/ great vibes Had 93 til bookmarked for a while now so a Yelp Elite event was the perfect time to try them out. Very small lot but was lucky to snag a spot right in front as friends came strolling in from drinks around the corner. You can also park on the street, there are no meters, so not a bad option. Really like the esthetic and vibe of the restaurant/bar. Perfectly dim with natural light pouring in from the big windows in the front. They set out mixed drinks for us to grab at our leisure. The Bees Knees with pineapple, gin and honey was a nice lil drink I wouldn't typically order but I did enjoy. You could also request and old fashioned from the bar as well. Pretty typical preparation but poured with Jack Daniels- solid drink as well. The bar tender was nice and accommodating and never seemed overwhelmed by the crowd. I didn't try all of the food but I did like the fried chicken sandwich as well as the fried catfish. Gimme some hot sauce and it would be perfect. All in all I enjoyed the event and the space. I would come back for drinks and some small bites for sure. Thanks Jando, Brittany and the Houston Yelp team for another fun event.
Okay first off I will never not rave about how astounding of a Community Manager Jando is. Seriously the man deserves endless flowers and I will endorse this notion until I'm blue in the face! The whole team actually! B was also super sweet and engaging and did her due diligence in interacting and making sure everyone is intermingled. I really love how the Houston Yelp Team creates a Yelp experience that really gives one a sense of community and feels engaging. Honestly to more accurately put it, like apart of a family. 93 til is the cutest little spot. Loved the decor. Loved the jams. Loved the setup (open concept with windows and outdoor/patio seating). Drinks were pretty good and so was the food. My favorites were the chicken sandwich and tres leches carrot cake. Service was pretty on it and attentive. I'm so happy I got the opportunity to attend and look forward to the next event (woohoo). Happy Asian / Pacific American Heritage Month!
93 'Til why have I not come here sooner? I thought this was place was just a bar, but their food was surprisingly really good! Food: Chicken liver mousse was surprisingly tasty! I'm not a big pate fan usually, but I actually really liked this. The beet salad with goat cheese wasn't bad, but I'm not a beet fan in general. The fried catfish was great!! Good crunch, flavor, and the pickled veggies were a nice touch. The fried chicken sandwich!!! I'd come here for that sandwich alone! Popeyes who? Last, but not least the pork shoulder was really good too! Very tender and served on top of some kind of puree/mash. Drinks: I loved all of the cocktails! I had 1 of each between the bees knees, jack bonded old fashioned, verdita, and fluffy green juice. I was looking at their regular menu, and they have a pretty good happy hour! I'll be back again for sure! Dessert: Carrot. Cake. Tres. Leches! Favorite bite of the night for sure. I have a sweet tooth so this was so satisfying to end the night with. Thank you 93 'Til for a great event! I love supporting AAPI businesses, can't wait to come back!
I have to start out by saying, I loved the vibe of this event and this restaurant! Even when we were standing in line outside, I was so impressed by the employees handing out (very stylish) cups of water. The interior was also very spacious and had a classy lounge feel to it. We picked a cozy bench table area and I felt like I had privacy without missing out on what was happening around me. The service was prompt and I loved the revolving courses. The variety and flavors really represented the menu well. We had the pork steak, the fish, the sliders, the liver mousse, the beet salad and the carrot cake tres leches. Really innovative dishes with the taste to back up the ideas. My favorites were the liver mousse, sliders and salad! The cocktails were also a amazing, especially the Bees Knees! Learning the history of the restaurant added another level of meaning to this event and I am so happy I got to attend it. read more
Wow. What an amazing experience! Thank you to Jando, Brittany, and the creators behind 93 'Til for making this event happen. It was honestly the most fun I've had at an event and everything from the food, the drinks, the vibes, and the people were just amazing. We always love to support small Asian businesses! The check-in process was very easy and smooth. There was already a line to get in, but we all lined up in the shade and offered cold waters to beat the afternoon heat. When first walking into the place, it was incredible. It was super cozy, the lighting wasn't too dark, they had interesting artwork and glasses around the walls. It was also super spacious considering that it looks unassuming from the outside. I did notice they had seating outside as well, so there are plenty of seats to choose from if you decide to go with friends. My friends and I settled for the couches though! :) There were 4 drinks you could choose from, but I went with the Bee's Knees which was a cocktail made with gin, pineapple juice, and honey. It was sooo good and sweet, and a perfect starter to the night. All of the little bites they served were delicious as well. I would say my favorites were the fried fish with black garlic aioli and the chicken sandwich! The fried fish was so unique and the batter was not like a fish and chips batter but more tempura-like. It laid on a bed of pickled radish and my god, the bites were heavenly. The fried chicken sandwich was delicious as well, and I think it was the best chicken sandwich I've had at any bar. The batter was super crispy and it didn't feel overly greasy as the cabbage and pickle helped a lot as well. Also, a big big shoutout to our server girlie Megan. She was so sweet and always made sure that we had everything we needed and wanted!! We also got to meet a lot of other cool and sweet elite people! They made the night a lot more special and memorable, and it was just overall a very fun night. I will definitely be coming back here with more friends, as I will not stop raving about this place. Thank you so much again Jando, B, and the 93 'Til staff! You guys are awesome!! read more
Huge thank you to Yelp, 93 'Til, Jando, and Brittany for putting together such a wonderful HAPI Elite event! This was my first sit-down style Elite event, and it really set the bar high. Check-in was smooth and easy! We waited outside for just a few minutes, and they thoughtfully had cold water available while we waited. Once inside, the atmosphere was cozy and welcoming. We found a seat and were served a variety of small bites throughout the night. All of the bites were tasty, but a couple really stood out to me. My favorite was the fried fish with black garlic aioli, served over a bed of lightly pickled radish and carrots. The pickles weren't overly acidic - just crisp, fresh, and full of flavor. I also loved the chicken sandwich sliders with slaw on soft buttermilk buns. The chicken was super crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside... perfection! Shoutout to Megan, who was so kind and knowledgeable. She explained all the dishes and drinks to us and checked in throughout the night with the best energy: such a great part of the experience. As for the drinks, I got to try two of the featured cocktails: * Bee's Knees: A honey-infused gin drink that was light, subtly sweet, and super easy to enjoy. It ran out fast, which I think says it all! * Old Fashioned: This was my first time trying one, and I appreciated the strong orange notes. It was definitely on the stronger side, but well-balanced. One of the highlights of the night was hearing the story behind the restaurant's name--"93 'Til"--which was inspired by the owner's move to Texas in 1993. You could feel how much love and thought went into the space, especially with touches like spinning vinyl records front-to-back for the evening's playlist. I also got to meet other Yelp Elites, which was really special since I'm still pretty to both Yelp events and Houston. These events are such a great way to connect with the local community, support AAPI-owned businesses, and try new spots I might not have known about otherwise. Looking forward to many more events like this... thank you again for such a memorable evening! read more
I had great experience at 93 'til tonight. The drinks were tasty- I liked the bees knees the best. I thought all of the bites were incredible! Most memorable were the pork shoulder and the fish (which our amazing bartenderess secured for us after we missed that round at the bar)! It was so cool to learn about the history of the bar. I loved the all the live records. This spot is great and I'm so glad Yelp brought me here. I will definitely be back to eat and drink other things! read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Big Thanks to Jando and the Yelp community for organizing a YEE at a local Asian establishment. I love Lung back story about how the restaurant name came about, the year(1993) his parents arrived to the US, and until infinity. Parking lot is very limited on spots and space. I managed to snag a spot in the lot. My first sample was the beets, which I'm not much a beet lady, but it was not bad, and I appreciate how it was paired with a little nut, and goat cheese. Secondly was the chicken sandwich, I really like how it was paired with cold slaw, and a pickle. (-1) The flaw about the chicken was a my portion was mainly crust and very little chicken. I LOVE the crisp on the crust, and the flavor was all the way there. It was defiantly great on those parts. The pork shoulder was juicy & tender, it paired nicely with the pico. the dessert it was like a leche carrot cake it was the best leche cake I've ever eaten. Drinks. All the drinks I've tried were fabulous. Strong and delightful. Great taste and balance. My first time ever trying an old fashion drink it was very strong. I really enjoyed the (yellow) Honey drink it was sweet and strong. The music playlist is eclectic. Amazing vibe, lovely diverse energy. I look forward to returning for weekend brunch, and I want to taste the coffee too. I'm not a big coffee drinker, but I trust Lung when he say it's amazing. I was inquiring about a cup before I departed to purchase, but the coffee is only in the mornings. That just means I have to return to try it with my brunch. Happy Belated Birthday again Lung. & Congratulations on the new baby coming soon. read more
1 year ago
Thank you 93' Til, Yelp, Brittany and Jando for this opportunity. 93'Til was in my bookmarks and they really understood the assignment! From the moment they handed out cold water like VIPs in the Houston heat, I knew this was gonna be a whole vibe. Yall know how I feel about parking and even though they do have a lot, its tiny with barely street parking. So you know I did one of the things I do best... uber! Let's talk drinks first, because of course priorities: the Bee's Knees had me in a chokehold. Light, refreshing, and served in a coupe glass; the only correct glass for feeling fancy, it was hands down my favorite sip of the night and I don't even drink gin. Sadly, the entire bar agreed, because they ran out before I could snag a second. RIP to my round two dreams. Now, the food? LISTEN.. the pork shoulder stole the spotlight. It was the last savory dish we had and the top tier bite of the night. Shockingly the chicken mousse hors d'oeuvre was tasty. Regardless of the look; Ill try anything once... ok maybe twice lol Special shoutout to their staff. Legend behavior. Every single staff member was on it, smiles all around, quick with the banter, and totally invested in making sure everyone felt welcome and full. Ambiance? Let me paint the scene: imagine a cozy living room from the early '90s with vinyl spinning, dim lights, eclectic couches, and enough personality to make your cousin's baby shower jealous. It felt like someone said, "what if a neighborhood bar had soul?" and then made 93' Til. Hearing about the bar's history and the owner's journey gave everything a deeper meaning. I love love love when a spot has purpose, flavor, and a playlist that slaps. Lauryn Hill all night. Whether you're pulling up for a casual drink, a date, or a whole Yelptastic event like we did, 93' Til is that girl. I've already made plans to come back. read more
Another great event for the books! This is definitely a hidden gym off Montrose. It's a small parking lot but lots of street parking. Their staff was on point. Meagan was sure to take care of us on this drinks. I had the Bees Knees & Verdana and both were great. I can drink plenty of those. They started off with the liver moose and beet salad. I wasn't a fan of either. But they made up quickly with the fish, the chicken sandwich and the pork. They were all soooo good!!! The chicken was the best! The decor was great with the vinyl records and the music was good. I enjoyed the owner sharing why he named it 93 til. It was an overall great experience. read more
This was a nice vibe! I am one of the few that did not know about this place, but I also haven't been venturing out to different bars lately. Anyways I love vinyl records and good music that takes me away mentally. The aesthetics were very cozy and mature. This place is my kind of go to for an intimate night or an escape from the tourist spots. I only tried 2 cocktails, the Bee's Knees & Verdita. The Bee's Knees was self explanatory lol. It was such a hit that they ran out! It was a pineapple based gin with some honey and other flavors that kept it nice and sweet. The Verdita was a refreshing and different experience. It was a Blanco tequila based drink with green juice and other flavors. I enjoyed them both. I never got to sample any of the food as I arrived 45 minutes later coming from work. But I wasn't too pressed to do so. I observed as the staff brought out some chicken sliders to those around the tables. I was happy to have a seat at the bar. The bartenders did a great job being attentive and fast with serving the drinks. They caught my attention and asked me what I wanted to order. I was impressed lol. They also had different table games that people could play and it looked like they also serve as a coffee bar too. I wouldn't mind returning on one of the nights that they have their DJs. Or if they ever host an official Game Night, that would be cool. It was great seeing all of the Elite, Jando & Brittany. Thank you Yelp for this lovely opportunity read more
1 year ago
Great event! The assortment of foods and drinks were great and the music selection was on point. You can't go wrong with the miseducation of Lauryn Hill. 93 til was new for me and it's always great to experience a new place in town. I'll definitely be back for a drink and some tunes. read more
1 year ago
This was a great event tucked off in a cute Montrose neighborhood. The vibe was giving neighborhood chill spot. Love the coffee bar and the drinks were tasty. They did run out of the bees knees drink which was definitely my favorite drink and the pork loin was my favorite bite followed by the chicken sandwich both seasoned very well. The music was great and although the owner seemed a little shy, could tell they put a great effort to making a cozy place to relax. read more
what a fun Wednesday night out! It was my second time here and it was more memorable than the first. Not much parking, but there was plenty of street parking available. S/O to the staff who provided water cups for us as we waited in the line outside!! that was so thoughtful. I appreciated that. I also appreciated the sit-down event - everyone got to try items rather than swarming the staff. Thank you for providing a mocktail option in addition the to the cocktail selection!! :') Of the things we tried, my favorite was def the pate crostini. yum yum. I could've had a few of those. Thanks for having us! What a way to kickoff HAPI month. Tyvm Jando and B for putting this together! read more
Came for the HAPI event at 93' til and it didn't disappoint! Food was fantastic, personal favorite was definitely the chicken slider but I heard a pretty mixed bag of favorites so pretty successful around. The star of the show was definitely the drinks however. Loved their take on the old fashioned. Event was terrific and service was amazing as well I've been here before and quite enjoyed it, can't wait to try out their new seasonal menu! read more
Thank you Yelp and 93 Til for a great event and amazing hospitality. We've been to 93 til several times and was excited when we heard it was part of the HAPI elite events. It for sure didn't disappoint. The menu constantly rotates and never disappoints. The drinks were on point! We tried the verdita and the old fashion. The verdita was very refreshing and not too sweet. The old fashion was a good sipper. As for food, my faves were the chicken slider and the carrot cake tres leches. If they can make me a whole pan and sell it, I'll be first in line. As for the vibes, the vinyls were spinning and the selection was good. Until next time! Thanks again! read more
Had so much fun at this event! Great job yelp and 93' till. They served drinks endlessly at the bar and a set small bits tasting of their signature items on their menu were passed out for all of us to try. For my drink I tried the Verdita and it was super refreshing. My favorite dish of the night was the pork shoulder and dessert carrot cake tres leches was so decadent and rich! read more
Nut allergy friendliness: Really respect that both dishes that had nuts were well communicated and aligned with in-person expectations ahead. I've driven by '93 Til many times, but this was my first time stopping into this Vinyl loving piece of the world. Street parking was necessary but easy to find as the event email indicated. Inside, we were seated at a casual modern - speakeasy type environment with a mix of small tables, couches, bar seating, and some larger tables. We were advised not to all rush the bar, which I hope becomes a gold standard for other events - it feels much more organized to have a seated first drink and have the option to go to the bar for follow up drinks (which is what ended up happening for a lot of people here). Regarding food: I really enjoyed the small bite options! Two dishes had nuts, but the staff were lovely enough to make me the pork shoulder without nuts and so I was able to try it. Chicken liver mousse with berry jam: Like a Pâté cracker with a great balance of flavors. It would sit well on a charcuterie board! I would definitely order this again. Beet salad goat cheese citrus and cashews: This is the one I skipped with the nuts. Pork shoulder steak with Blood orange pico: The piece I got was quite fatty, but it was moist and tender! Chicken sandwich sliders: Some mixed reviews. Mine was the perfect balance of crispy and quantity of meat, but others got more dough than meat. Fried fish with black garlic aioli: I really liked this small bite! Also perfectly crispy and some great flavor balance in the aioli and vegetables (kimchi? pickled carrot?). Tres Leches - I honestly can't say if it's because I was a few drinks in or needed a palette cleanser but ... These were phenomenal. First off, no nuts in a carrot cake adjacent dessert - huge fan. Aside from that, it was rich and moist and packed with sugar and flavor. Really enjoyed this, one of the best tres Leches I've had in years. Overall, a really fun night at a great spot with an awesome story. Til infinity! read more
I love when Yelp has events at places that I've been meaning to frequent! I came to 93 til once about a year ago and haven't been able to make it back until now. I love the ambiance here with the 90's music vibe. I knew they sold food but didn't realize how unique the options were. They have a seasonal menu that changes so you get to try different things throughout the year. They had 4 different drinks to try and my favorite was definitely the bees knees! For food options we literally tried a diverse array of tastings that really challenged my palate in the way as I would've probably never tried some of these options on my own. We had chicken liver, beet salad goat cheese, fish and tres leches and a cue of other items. I loved the goat cheese with the beets (although i not a fan of beats) and I really enjoyed the fish, sliders and tres leches cake. This was a fun, relaxing event because in between courses we were able t mix and mingle with other other elites which made for a nice, vibey evening. I absolutely enjoyed myself. Thank you Jando, Brittany and all the staff at 93 till for being so hospitable! read more
I loved this event! The amount of food was good. I'm pretty sure everyone got to try everything at least once. The drinks were flowing and most importantly the vibes were immaculate. I've been wanting to try this place out forever and it was good learning more about the people behind it and sampling out some of the food. I definitely will be coming back. A time was had! read more
I had a really great time at this event with great cocktails, delicious food, and meeting new people from the community! Every single dish I had along with the refreshing cocktails were so good. I had never heard about this place until now, so I'm glad to have experienced this and I'll definitely be coming back to try more food and drink items. Thank you Jando and everyone who helped put this event together! read more
Thank you to Yelp and 93 Til for curating chills vibes, great music, and tasty small bites. My partner had been to 93 Til once before but only for drinks. We didn't realize the extent of their food menu and were pleasantly surprised by the flavors and variety. It was a great atmosphere with vinyl spinning and fellow yelpers to converse with. We were especially pleased with the fried chicken sandwich, which had a great crunch and ratio of bread and slaw. On the lighter side, the beet salad paired perfectly with the tangy goat cheese. And the chicken liver mousse was a delicious starter (I never thought I'd say that about chicken liver!) Most of the dishes were flavorful and portions were on the larger side. There were lots of courses and I think there was an effort to space them out, but it became a bit bogged down at times. However, cocktails and conversation helped fill in any downtime. We were happy to get to know 93 Til more and are looking forward to visiting them again. read more
Now THIS is a Yelp Elite event!! A midweek venture into Montrose for boisterous conversations, refreshing libations, and lowkey vibes was the perfect cure for my hump day slump. It's always exciting when our Yelp entourage gets to "take over" a whole establishment for an evening, though I felt bad for the initial patrons who had no idea what was happening! Once we were released inside to find our quiet corner booth, we caught up with old and new friends alike while mindfully and demurely awaiting bites and drinks from the gracious folks here at 93 'Til (in Jando's words: "do NOT bum rush the bar!") My favorite of the three cocktails was the green juice-inspired Verdita; it almost makes you feel like you're doing something healthy for your body by drinking it, haha. In short order, the staff came around with huge sheet pans of food, patiently taking the time to explain each dish while we eagerly snapped photos. I enjoyed everything that I ate here - special shout-outs to the juicy pork shoulder, crispy sliders, and well-balanced fish - and I wouldn't hesitate to come back for a full dinner! I appreciated that they used compostable cutlery and trays to minimize plastic waste, as well as their efficient pacing of each course throughout the night. As people began trickling out after their last bite of tres leches, we caught up with Jando at the bar for a last photo before we too made our way back into the night. Happy HAPI month and many thanks to the fantastic team at 93 Til' and all my fellow Yelpers! :) read more
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