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    Hold Your Horses

    4.3 (13 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Dj D.

    We showed up on a Wednesday evening at 5 PM with our entire party and were seated quickly. The key to getting in quickly is having your entire party. Two of us got the Naughty shots which come with a cute souvenir mug shot glass. A couple of Koala LaLaLas were purchased for the taste and the cute koala straw decor. The vibe is super fun and festive. The service was great. The drinks were good and reasonably priced. It's a Christmas staple - a must do every year.

    William D.

    What an absolute crazy and lively experience! We waited outside for 20 minutes and from the time we entered the door to the time we left we felt taken care of by the servers and bartenders. All were making sure we had a unique experience with our birthday party of 10. The bar reminded me of House of Found Objects, but Christmas themed. It looked like Buddy the Elf decorated the whole bar! All the drinks I tried were good and you can buy the drink mugs if you wanted to.

    Run run reindeer and Koala La La
    Cara H.

    Hold Your Horses is a definite stop during Christmas time! We arrived around 9pm and expected a long wait, but since it was just the two of us, we got in much sooner than anticipated as smaller sections opened up quickly. The holiday drinks were fun and festive--I ordered the Koala La La, which came with the cutest tiny koala on the glass, and my friend had the Run Run Reindeer. The drinks weren't very strong, but they were still good and well-crafted. We sat at the bar and the service was pretty good overall. Such a fun atmosphere, especially during the holidays. Can't wait to go again!

    Linda R.

    I loved Queen Park's Christmas pop-up, Miracle on 24th Street, so when I heard that they were reopening as Hold Your Horses with the same Christmas fun, I knew had to go. We went the night before the Miracle on 24th experience closed for the season, and I was glad that it was exactly the same experience as last year with an added rotating KFC bucket which really added to the festivities. I ordered the Secret Santa which is a hot chocolate with alcohol and topped with yummy toasted marshmallows. It is my favorite Christmas drink, especially when it is served in a fun Santa pants mug. The waitress told us that when Hold Your Horses reopens that it will be a country bar kinda of like their sister bar Neon Moon but without a dance floor, more divey, and an added pool table. I must admit this does not sound like my kind of place, but I hope they do well. My hope is that they continue the Miracle on 24th tradition.

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    I loved Queen Park's Christmas pop-up, Miracle on 24th Street, so when I heard that they were reopening as Hold Your Horses with the same Christmas fun, I knew had to go.

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    Bygones Cocktail Bar

    4.8(35 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    I finally got to check out Bygones! My friend and I went for a late night bite and a cocktail, and…read morewe sat at the bar. The service was quick and the hospitality was unmatched. They have a food truck that I've heard wonderful things about and I ordered the chicken Caesar salad. It was almost like a chopped Caesar salad and it was just the right amount for a small girl dinner. If you like Parmesan cheese, this is a must order as they do not skimp on that! What was really nice however was that you couldn't tell the food was from a food truck. It was great quality and you are able to order from inside the bar and they deliver it to you. That was a great service. I can't quite remember which cocktail I got, but it was very delicious and at one point the server had even given me a new chilled glass so my drink would remain cold as I sipped on it. This is definitely a great date night spot or just a place to grab a drink with friends, definitely a little more upscale as we were there in the evening, so the lights were dim. I won't drop my rating as it's spring time in the South but I remember being cold immediately as I walked in- but that's typical for a lot of places.

    Yall! Get down here!!! The absolute best SEXY bar ever. Sophisticated. Dark wood…read morecabinets....exposed brick walls ...black and brass fixtures...great music. But the real jam! The mixologist! These guys aren't bartenders! They have science in the back! I'm talking Suvied fruits and centrifuges! It's fabulous. So much so, my plane was delayed and I was thrilled to find out while I was still there! Drake and Dustin....Dustin and Drake they are Pros!

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    Paper Doll POP

    4.2(138 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    I hadn't been to Paper Doll since their new POP renovation, and wanted to try it out this weekend!…read moreWalked from a restaurant on 2nd Ave after eating dinner and stumbled into a burlesque show! It's a very intimate bar, galley style. The cocktails are great, they have all the basics and usually a smaller menu of fun options. My friend and I ordered a drink and sat down at one of the tables to take in the show!! They do the burlesque show on the last Friday of every month! It was so fun and the crowd made it feel like a safe space. I'm going to try to bring my mom and some of her friends for the next one! It's a great bar with comfortable seating, and on this night it wasn't so loud that my older, hearing impaired friends wouldn't enjoy it. Burlesque aside, this is a great bar for an intimate drink. It's relatively dark in here so much more of a romantic vibe.

    Ok... so it looks different than the original Paper Doll. Neon, 80's/90's vibe, unicorn on the…read morewall. I loved the original decor so this is ... different. Moving on, I ordered two cocktails: vitamin sea and out of the office, I think. I explained that I don't like sweet - both were made perfect for me with less syrup. We were there for happy hour, which is $2 off all drinks. I also had their chips and dip (no kitchen menu). 2 drinks and chips = $29. I consider that a little steep for happy hour but this was for the experience. I'd recommend a visit.

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    Tucana Tiki Bar - Tiki light

    Tucana Tiki Bar

    4.6(46 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    Tucana Tiki is a great experience from start to finish when you walk in it's like traveling to an…read moreisland oasis. They have multiple seating options; the first floor has booths that can accommodate smaller and large groups. The bar area is very inviting and fun to be able to watch your drinks being made and upstairs offers a more private area. When not seated at the bar they do have someone to come around to make sure you have what you need. The servers are very nice and tend to remember you, which is a great feeling. The menu rotates seasonally, which makes it easier to try new things. My favorite menu item so far has been the cheeseball that was on the menu around Christmas time. It had a great flavor served with crackers the only thing is when we came back after the first of the year it wasn't on the menu anymore. On my most recent visit I had the queso which also had great flavor, served with blue corn tortilla chips. When it comes to the drinks I like how on the menu they let you know how strong it is using toucans. Many of the drinks feature rum, but they do still offer some gin and tequila options. Everything I've had has been good and something I would try again. I would like to note that many of the drinks are fruity and can be somewhat sweet. At Christmas time they even had holiday themed drinkware which I felt was a nice touch. If you are not a drinker, they also have options for mocktails. Which has been great for me the last couple of months. I didn't care for the Phony Negroni, but I think Negroni itself might be an acquired taste

    We have been watching to visit Tucana for a while now and finally got the chance tonight! We were…read morenot disappointed!! The service, staff, and ambiance were perfect for an early drink before dinner. The drinks are inventive and delicious! Drinks devoured: Breakfast in Pago, Melon Marauder, Bee So For Real, and Demerara Dry Float

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    Continental Drift - Uproot IPA in my lovely Birmingham koozie

    Continental Drift

    4.5(25 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    This is NOT a review for the bar. It's just a mini review of the Drift Food Truck that's outside…read more I've eaten there many times and have never been disappointed, though not always "Wowed"--and that was only once. The menu varies so don't expect this menu when you go. The smash burger is dependable and good. The duck fries are pretty awesome, but they seem to be super enthused about their house seasoning, almost to the point of obliteration! It's good; They just need to be a little more judicious with it. Pictured are the noteworthy Brussel sprouts: "$10 BRUSSELS' SPROUTS Red wine balsamic glaze, Agrodolce pearl onions, scallions, fried garlic " You can also have them topped with grilled chicken for a few bucks more. Can Brussels be overcooked? Apparently not. These aren't as charred as the photo suggests. The red wine / balsamic reduction adds a lot of color to them. They may look charred but there's no burned taste in the flavor. I know, those poor little Brussels look overwhelmed, but they're not. They were good in my mouth and belly. Be careful not to spill any in the car on the way home, or the next day your car will not be very welcoming to guests.

    This place came very highly recommended to us, so when we moved to Birmingham, we couldn't wait to…read moretry it. I love that they switch up the themes and keep the menu rotating! We went very early one Saturday and were the only people in there -- but I won't hold this against them at all, as we are always early birds. The staff were all hanging out in a booth near the door. One bartender eagerly jumped up to help us, but the rest seemed pretty inconvenienced by our presence. Our bartender was great -- very personable and knowledgeable. That's about the only redeeming factor. The menus were tattered and sticky, bar itself was kinda gross, lipstick marks on our glasses, and our drinks were subpar at best. I believe the theme when we went was something about Italy, so there was a lot of potential for creative drinks, but they all seemed pretty uninspired -- think limoncello, Negronis, etc.. Also, some weird blue frozen one, but I can appreciate catering to every crowd! We probably won't be back.

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    Continental Drift - This is caramelization cubed! So good...,

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    Bar 51

    Bar 51

    4.7(3 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    This bar is located in the Birmingham Club establishment so it is membership and guest only…read more This bar is very relaxing. It is also graced with a wonderful view of the Birmingham city. They have a well-stocked bar and a selection of seasonal cocktails. They are however limited in their craft beer selection. They only have 5 taps and unfortunately the beer selection is not all craft. There is a nice seating area with plush comfy chairs around a fireplace. Two large screen TVs are mounted on each side of the fireplace make this an excellent spot for viewing sporting events. In some corners you can even find an intimate spot. They have a bar menu consisting of dollar oysters including your choice of Blue Pointe and James River. They also make flatbreads. You can also order off of the menu of the adjoining restaurant the Signature. When it is warmer you can also sit outside on the patio and enjoy the view or the sunset and take advantage of their happy hour specials.

    This is a great new spot created from the renovation that The Club just completed! It has…read moretraditional bar area along with a sitting area! An a great view of the city to boot. It also has an outside bar area and sitting area. The outside bar has a limited amount of options however one can go inside or have wait staff assist. The inside bar has an expanded drink and liquor selection along with wine and cocktails. They also have a limited menu with some nice apps and mains. They big addition is an oyster bar when available! They also run happy hour specials and a ladies night as well! This is a great new addition to a great venue!

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    Bar 51 Country Chips with pulled pork butt, cheddar, pickled jalapeños and bbq sauce. DELICIOUS!!!

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