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    Knowledge Bar & Social Room

    4.5 (26 reviews)
    Closed 2:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    Classy
    Live music
    Happy hour specials

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    White Rabbit cocktail.
    Tyanna M.

    This bar was about a 12 minute walk from my hotel, Embassy Suites by Hilton Cincinnati. I was looking for a place with decent cocktails and I found it. They did not have a food menu but that was fine, there were plenty of places with food surrounding this place if I wanted to get a meal later. The bartender was attentive and friendly. There were several folks in the bar at the time and some were dressed in roaring 20's outfits. I did find out there was a private roaring 20's party going on in an attached room that had an open doorway to the bar so of course I had to crash that to get a pic. Fun. I had a couple of interesting drinks and then headed back to my hotel. I stay in the Embassy Suites once or twice a year and will probably make my way back to this bar.

    Pistachio cream martini
    Nanette B.

    Knowledge Bar is an upscale lounge located on Madison Avenue in Covington. It's got a nice, intimate bar area and seating towards the back with large booths, long high tops and sofa/chair arrangements and horse-themed decor. The drink menu includes reasonably priced beers as well as wine, Bourbons and cocktails. I had an amazing pistachio cream martini that was not cheap at $16 but was incredibly delicious.

    Bar
    Anastasia R.

    Nightcap views... I spent some time in the Cincinnati/Covington area for my friend's wedding. The night before, a group of friends and I decided to explore the town a bit and hit some bars. One of our stops was here. And I'm so glad we came.. The Knowledge Bar & Social Room in North by Hotel Covington (the hotel we stayed at) was intimate yet upbeat. You can tell this place is fairly new, so the locals are really excited about it. We walked in and immediately captivated about how beautiful it was inside. Especially with the full-service bar in the middle of the space. And the decor was tastefully done. Our waitress came over and told us a bit about the space and gave us some recommendations on drinks. Their menu is quite vast, but I went with one of my usuals - French 75. Which was crafted perfectly. We didn't purchase any food here, but we were told that light bites are available and they complement your drinks. This is an atmosphere that I aspire to experience with every nightout.

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    Adam G.

    Very chic bar with intimate, romantic vibes situated on the first floor of Hotel Covington. Plenty of different seating options ranging from high top tables to cozy bucket chairs. Great cocktails, but you'll definitely pay a premium. This would be a great spot to grab a drink before or after dinner, but not somewhere you'd want to start a tab for the night.

    Sanyika K.

    Cute and quaint bar in Hotel Covington. Very personable bartenders and the drinks are excellent.

    Urban Artifact Gadget, Morning Glory
    Tori B.

    A very quite and calming place to hangout. We arrived right as they opened so I cannot speak how the vibes are later in the night. so loved the open half circle booths to allow groups to gather and communicate together. They had amazing cocktails that were berh unique. I loved how everything was made fresh and in front of you rather than prebatched. Bartender was attentive and answered all questions asked.

    Eileen B.

    This place is gorgeous. The atmosphere is opulent. Now the drinks are crazy good and Kyler the bartender is an entertainer. My drink at the end was smoked. What a show

    two cocktails
    Crystal B.

    We strolled in here after noticing it coming out of the Hannaford, hadn't heard anything about it and honestly I'm glad we found it. The ambiance is so cozy and romantic, definitely great for a cocktail date night. They had live music and we went in on a Wednesday which was superb! Service was great, we were checked in on consistently, they were all very knowledgeable and friendly. Kelsey in particular spent so much time answering questions and explaining the concept of the bar, we really felt like we could sit and sip for hours. I ended up having one of her creations, it was a unique collage of flavors that blended so seamlessly. Can't wait to go back and taste more of the menu and maybe order one of the charcuteries they make at the bar.

    Bourbon menu page 1/2
    T ..

    The prices at Knowledge are truly eyewatering. - $92 for a pour of Elijah Craig 18 Year ($46 per 1 oz). This is a ~$250 bottle, meaning a pour costs the bar ~$20. A $72 profit margin on a $20 pour of bourbon is the highest I've seen anywhere in Ohio or Kentucky. - $50 for a pour of Don Julio 1942 - Double the price anyone nearby charges and even the market rate in OTR and Downtown. That's a $150 bottle, so again the 2-oz pour costs them $12.50. They even have the nerve after that to upcharge a few more bucks to "make it a cocktail". I think you can cover $2 worth of mixers in your $37.50 per pour profit margin. - $18 for a Mint Julep made with Woodford... I am shocked by how out of touch the pricing is with the local market. I have been to hundreds of bars in the Greater Cincinnati area, and this is the most expensive by a margin, but for what reason? Charging 2x, 3x, even 4x the prices of the other nearby bars for the same product is just shameful. I understand the "hotel tax" -- add 15%, whatever, we get it -- but what they've done here is not even remotely close to that. It feels to me like they're just trying to pad the owners' pockets. I don't get why anyone would go back here and pay these prices when they can take a 5 min walk to find an equally nice and more authentic vibe for literally half the price or less. It's hard to find a reason to go back here. OKBB, Wiseguy's, etc have a better selection, more casual vibe, better pricepoint, etc etc. What exactly is Knowledge's value prop... a nice ambiance and vibe, it's super dark inside? I would encourage the owners to give the community fair pricing. Their current pricing is not that. Every single person I've talked to about it has also mentioned how absurd their prices are. That says a lot. As someone who's been to nearly every cocktail bar & bourbon bar in Greater Cincinnati, I don't see this place lasting long at its current pricing. No one in OTR or Downtown charges these rates, let alone in NKY. We are in Covington -- this is not New York City, San Francisco, or Las Vegas.

    Alissa M.

    Celebrated my birthday here a few weekends ago and loved it! We went early on a Saturday, there was plenty of lounge seating available. Everything was super vibey and cute. Drinks are pricey but that was understood before we got there so it wasn't a surprise. The bartender was really friendly and patient while I took 10 years to decide my drink orders. Definitely try the matcha martini, it was 15/10, amazing!

    Lemon drop
    Robyn M.

    Nice, swanky, modern, date night vibes. You will love the vibe, great music, great drinks, Customer service A1. Sexy ass bar!!

    Matcha Martini
    Sayaka S.

    Very very good drinks! I've had 5-6 different drinks there, but everything is always great. Friendly bartenders and classy ambiance.

    a pink drink with ice and mint
    Kelly A.

    I can't wait to experience Knowledge again! What a beautiful encounter in the heart of Covington! Velvety, warm ambiance that is inviting and comfortable. Luxurious handcrafted cocktails with perfect execution that are as alluring as they are delicious. The mixologists are experts in their art. From a straightforward pour of your favorite bourbon to a unique concoction made with house made infusions, your spirit of choice, and fresh herbs. Showcased gregariously and unreserved. Service was impeccable! Kelsey, Dana and Aaron were divine! This locale is not to be missed. It may become my favored scene!

    Delicious drink!

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    Drinks were cold and music was great! Lots of seating options! Great place for date night or to meet up with a group of friends.

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    Stopped in here right before a wedding in Covington! Great drinks and bartenders - such a pretty interior as well

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    The Knowledge Bar & Social Room in North by Hotel Covington (the hotel we stayed at) was intimate yet upbeat.

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